2006 SATURN ION CD player

Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on
the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio
output; do not plug the headphone set into the front
auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an
external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer,
MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape player, etc. to
the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio
listening.
To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm
(1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack.
When a device is connected, press the radio CD/AUX
button to begin playing audio from the device over
the car speakers.
O(Power/Volume):Turn this knob clockwise to
increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume of
the portable player. You may need to do additional
volume adjustments from the portable device if the
volume does not go loud or soft enough.
BAND:Press this button to listen to the radio when a
portable audio device is playing. The portable audio
device will continue playing, so you may want to stop it or
power it off.
CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary):Press this button to play a CD
when a portable audio device is playing. Press this button
again and the system will begin playing audio from the
connected portable audio player. If a portable audio
player is not connected, “no input device found” will be
displayed.
Radio Reception
You may experience frequency interference and static
during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone
chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and
external electronic devices are plugged into the
accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static,
unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range can cause station
frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio
reception, most AM radio stations will boost the power
levels during the day, and then reduce these levels during
the night. Static can also occur when things like storms
and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this
happens, try reducing the treble on your radio.
FM Stereo
FM stereo will give the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals,
causing the sound to fade in and out.
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XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio
reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous
United States, and in Canada (if available). Just as with
FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite
radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.
In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage,
bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of XM
signal for a period of time. The radio may display NO
XM SIGNAL to indicate interference.
Cellular Phone Usage
Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your
vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when
making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s
battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference
is an increased level of static while listening to the radio.
If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug
the cellular phone and turn it off.
Care of Your CDs
Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust. The CD player scans the bottom surface of the
disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged, such as cracked,
broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly or not
at all. If the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft, lint free
cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral
detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it.
Make sure the wiping process starts from the center
to the edge.
Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it;
this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by grasping
the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the
outer edge.
Care of the CD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating the internal
lens of the CD optics with lubricants.
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Audio System(s).............................................3-48
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-71
Care of Your CDs ........................................3-71
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-72
Radio with CD....................................3-50, 3-55
Setting the Time..................................3-49, 3-50
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-70
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-72
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-14
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..........................................................5-24
Operation...................................................2-22
B
Battery..........................................................5-42
Run-Down Protection...................................3-16
Battery Warning Light......................................3-33
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-22
Boost Gage...................................................3-43
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-7
Emergencies................................................ 4-9
Parking......................................................2-27
System Warning Light..................................3-34Brakes..........................................................5-39
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-17
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-48
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL).........5-54
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime
Running Lamps................................5-52, 5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-48
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-48
Headlamps.........................................5-49, 5-50
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-55
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps........................................5-54
Buying New Tires...........................................5-68
C
Calibration.............................................2-32, 2-35
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-3
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-109
Carbon Monoxide...................2-11, 2-30, 4-26, 4-39
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Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-93
Your CD Player...........................................3-71
Your CDs ...................................................3-71
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-40
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-54
Chains, Tire...................................................5-74
Change Engine Oil Message............................3-45
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-36
Check Gage Message.....................................3-45
Check Gas Cap Message................................3-46
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-97
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-38
Infants and Young Children...........................1-34
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-43
Older Children.............................................1-32
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position...................................1-49
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..........................1-51
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-42Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-17
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-95
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-94
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-92
Finish Care.................................................5-94
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-90
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-93
Tires..........................................................5-96
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-94
Weatherstrips..............................................5-93
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-95
Climate Control System...........................3-18, 3-20
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-23
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-22
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-25
Collision Damage Repair................................... 7-8
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-28
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-90
Compass...............................................2-32, 2-35
Competitive Driving, Racing or Other.................4-16
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-16
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Power
Accessory Outlet(s)......................................3-16
Door Locks.................................................. 2-8
Electrical System.......................................5-100
Reduced Engine Light..................................3-41
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-20
Steering Message........................................3-46
Windows....................................................2-14
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-31
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................. 2-8
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-15
R
Racing or Other Competitive Driving..................4-16
Radios..........................................................3-48
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-71
Care of Your CDs ........................................3-71
Radio with CD....................................3-50, 3-55
Setting the Time..................................3-49, 3-50
Understanding Reception..............................3-70
Rear Door Security Locks.................................. 2-9Rear Doors....................................................2-10
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-28
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-24
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-35
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature Display.....2-32
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...........................2-32
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-32
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-13
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-36
Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-41
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.............................................5-82
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-77
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-55
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-11
Saturn.......................................................7-12
United States Government............................7-11
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-68
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-69
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