2004 SATURN ION door lock

Filling Your Tank
{CAUTION:
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel re can
cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you
and others, read and follow all the instructions
on the pump island. Turn off your engine when
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CAUTION: (Continued)
you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near
fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks,
ames and smoking materials away from fuel.
Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when
refueling your vehicle — this is against the law
in some places. Keep children away from the
fuel pump; never let children pump fuel.
The fuel ller cap is located behind a hinged door on
the passenger’s side of your vehicle. It is tethered to the
door to prevent loss while refueling. Make sure that
water, snow, and dirt are kept away from the ller cap
and ller pipe nozzle.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). It will require about 1/2 of a turn
to remove the cap. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you
let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the
right (clockwise).
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Maintenance Footnotes
†The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to
the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded.
(a)Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chang, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface
condition. Inspect drum brake linings for wear or cracks.
Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel
cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
(b)Visually inspect front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts or
signs of wear.
(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if
they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect
all pipes, ttings and clamps; replace with genuine
Saturn parts as needed. To help ensure proper
operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and
pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator
and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least
once a year.(d)Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking.
Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged
or that streak or miss areas of the windshield.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages
are working properly. Look for any other loose or
damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything
that might keep a safety belt system from doing its
job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts
replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag
coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air
bag system does not need regular maintenance.)
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, door hinges and
latches, hood hinges and latches, glove box hinges,
sunroof (if equipped) and any folding seat hardware.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone
grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make
them last longer, seal better and not stick or squeak.
(g)Check system for interference or binding and
for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that have high effort or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise
control cables.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
Washer SolventOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic
Clutch SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid
(Saturn Part No. 21013073).
Manual
TransaxleDEXRON III Manual Transaxle
Lubricant (Part No. 21019223).
5-Speed
Automatic
TransaxleSaturn T-IV Fluid
(Part No. 22689186).
VTi Variable
TransaxleDEX-CVT Fluid (Part No. 22688912).
VTi Variable
Transaxle
AdditiveDEX-CVT Fluid Additive
(Part No. 22697447).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary
Latch, Pivots,
Spring Anchor
and Release
PawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(Saturn Part No. 21038869 or
GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood, Trunk
and Door
HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
Sunroof TrackLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol
(Saturn Part No. 21038869 or
GM Part No. U.S. 12346293,
in Canada 992723) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345579,
in Canada 992887).
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Convenience Net............................................2-45
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-35
Heater, Engine............................................2-22
Low Level Warning Message.........................3-43
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-29
Cooling System..............................................5-32
Cruise Control................................................3-12
Cruise Control Message...................................3-42
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-44
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities................................................ 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn.................. 7-9
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government................................ 7-9
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.......................... 7-9
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-5
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-10D
Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-15
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Defogging and Defrosting.........................3-21, 3-23
Delayed Locking.............................................2-10
Dinghy Towing (Five-Speed Automatic
Transaxle and VTi Variable Transaxle)............4-31
Dinghy Towing (Manual Transaxle)....................4-32
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature.................3-70
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Dolly Towing (All Transaxles)............................4-33
Dome Lamp...................................................3-18
Door
Delayed Locking..........................................2-10
Locks.......................................................... 2-9
Power Door Locks.......................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-11
Rear Doors.................................................2-12
Driver
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-14
Seat Height Adjuster...................................... 1-3
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-15
City...........................................................4-20
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
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J
Jump Starting.................................................5-42
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-15
Fog Lamps.................................................5-53
Interior.......................................................3-17
Lap-Shoulder Belt...................................1-14, 1-23
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-44
Leaving Your Vehicle.......................................2-11
Leaving Your Vehicle With the
Engine Running..........................................2-32Light
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-30
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-34
Battery Warning..........................................3-31
Brake System Warning.................................3-32
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-36
Oil Pressure...............................................3-39
Passlock
®Warning.......................................3-40
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-30
Up-Shift.....................................................3-32
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-33
Lockout Protection..........................................2-11
Locks
Delayed Locking..........................................2-10
Door........................................................... 2-9
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-11
Lockout Protection.......................................2-11
Power Door................................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-11
Loss of Control...............................................4-14
Low Coolant Level Warning Message................3-43
Low Fuel Warning Message.............................3-45
Low-Prole Performance Tire (Redline)...............5-59
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N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-18
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-16
O
Odometer......................................................3-29
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-12
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-15
Pressure Light.............................................3-39
Older Children, Restraints................................1-29
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-4
OnStar
®Personal Calling.................................2-44
OnStar®Services............................................2-43
OnStar®System.............................................2-43
OnStar®Virtual Advisor....................................2-44
Operation..............................................3-20, 3-22
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-7
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-24
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-42
Power Mirrors.............................................2-42
Remote Control Mirror..................................2-42Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-9
Owner Publications.........................................7-10
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-31
Shifting Out of............................................2-33
Parking
Brake........................................................2-30
Over Things That Burn.................................2-34
Parking on Hills..............................................4-45
Parking Your Vehicle.......................................2-33
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-25
Passenger Visor Webbing Clip (Coupe)..............2-16
Passing.................................................4-12, 4-43
Passlock
®......................................................2-17
Playing a CD.................................................3-52
Playing the Radio...........................3-47, 3-50, 3-55
Playing the Single CD Player...........................3-60
Playing the Six-Disc CD Player.........................3-62
Power
Accessory Outlets........................................3-18
Door Locks.................................................2-10
Electrical System.........................................5-95
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Power (cont.)
Steering Message........................................3-44
Windows....................................................2-15
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-28
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-10
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-13
R
Racing or Other Competitive Driving..................2-21
Radio Data System (RDS)...............................3-54
Radio Personalization......................................3-67
Radios..........................................................3-46
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-47
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-71
Care of Your CDs........................................3-71
Radio with CD....................................3-50, 3-54
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-47
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-46
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-68
Understanding Reception..............................3-70RDS Messages..............................................3-59
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-11
Rear Doors....................................................2-12
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-26
Rear Seat Passenger Positions.........................1-22
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-22
Rear Window Defogger............................3-21, 3-24
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-40
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature Display.....2-37
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...........................2-36
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-36
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-3
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-14
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-31
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-5
Remote Trunk Release....................................2-13
Remote Trunk Release Lockout........................2-13
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-80
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-77
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-56
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................5-41
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