2006 SATURN RELAY Owners Manual

Overhead Console (With Rail)
If your vehicle is equipped with an overhead console, it
may contain the following:
Reading lamps. SeeFront Reading Lamps on
page 3-20orRear Reading Lamps on page 3-20.
Switchbank. SeeOverhead Console Switchbank on
page 3-21.
OnStar®System buttons. SeeOnStar®System on
page 2-44.
Universal Home Remote buttons. SeeUniversal
Home Remote System on page 2-46.
See your retailer to purchase additional items for the rail
system.
Storage Bin
Your vehicle may have a storage bin located on the
overhead rail that you can use for storage.
1. Place the storage bin on to the rails in the desired
location.
2. Push rmly upward on the bin while supporting it
with one hand.
3. Push in on the latch and then rotate it 90 degrees.
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4. Firmly press down making sure the latch is at with
the ribs (A) on the storage bin.
5. Switch hands and repeat Steps 2 through 4 for the
latch on the opposite side of the storage bin.
6. Reverse these steps in order to remove the
storage bin.
The contents of the bin should never weigh more than
1.5 lbs (0.7 kg).
Always make sure to close and latch the bin before
driving.
Overhead Console (Without Rail)
If your vehicle has an overhead console without the rail
system, it has two reading lights, a courtesy light,
and a switchbank. SeeOverhead Console Switchbank
on page 3-21for more information.
Floor Console Storage Area
If your vehicle has a storage compartment located on
the front console below the front cupholders. Pull up and
then forward on the handle to open the storage
compartment.
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Folding Tray
Your vehicle may be
equipped with folding
convenience trays located
between seats. To use
each tray lift up on
the handle located on its
front end, while pulling
up on the tray to lock it into
place. There are four
cupholders on each tray.
Second Row Center Console
If your vehicle has the second row center console, use
the following procedure to remove or install the
console.
Removing the Center Console
1. Locate the attachment lever in an opening on the
rear of the console
2. Pull the attachment lever upward to release the
attachment hook.
3. Lift the console up to remove it from the vehicle.
Replacing the Center Console
{CAUTION:
A second row center console that is not locked
into place properly can move around in a
crash or sudden stop. People in the vehicle
could be injured. Be sure to lock the console
into place properly when installing it.
1. Position the second row center console above the
forward oor attachments between the second row
bucket seats.
For information on installing the seats, seeRear
Seat Operation on page 1-6.
2. Place the console’s front hooks onto the forward
oor attachments.
3. Locate the attachment lever at the rear of the
console and pull up.
4. Rock the rear attachment bracket onto the oor
attachment and release the lever.
5. Pull up on the console to ensure the rear
attachment hook is latched.
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Luggage Carrier
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress
and so forth — the wind can catch it as you
drive along. This can cause you to lose
control. What you are carrying could be
violently torn off, and this could cause you or
other drivers to have a collision, and of course
damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry
something like this inside. But, never carry
something longer or wider than the luggage
carrier on top of your vehicle.If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on
top of your vehicle. Crossrails are not standard on
this vehicle and must be purchased at your retailer.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over
the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your
vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats
as far forward as possible and against the side rails,
making sure to fasten it securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-33.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving,
check now and then to make sure the cargo is still
securely fastened.
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Convenience Net (With Hideaway
Rear Storage Bins)
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The
convenience net is designed to help keep small loads,
from falling out of the vehicle when the liftgate is
opened. Install the convenience net at the rear of your
vehicle, inside the liftgate.
To use the convenience net, do the following:
1. Attach the upper loops to the posts on both sides of
the liftgate opening. The label on the net should be
in the upper left corner.
2. Attach the lower loops to the tabs at the rear edge
of the rear hideaway rear storage bins.
When not in use, it is recommended that you take down
the convenience net to extend the life of the net and
to help retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear
exit clear.
Convenience Net (Without Hideaway
Rear Storage Bins)
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The
convenience net is designed to help keep small loads,
like grocery bags, from falling over. Install the
convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, inside the
liftgate.
To use the convenience net, do the following:
1. Attach the upper loops to the posts on both sides of
the liftgate opening. The label on the net should be
in the upper left corner.
2. Attach the lower hooks to the metal rings on the
oor.
3. Once you have loaded items into the net, stretch
the higher side of the net up and over the top of
the load to hold it rmly in place.
The convenience net has a maximum capacity of
100 lbs (45 kg). It is not designed to hold larger, heavier
loads. Store such loads on the oor of your vehicle,
as far forward as you can.
When not in use, it is recommended that you take down
the convenience net to extend the life of the net and
to help retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear
exit clear.
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Hideaway Rear Storage Bins
{CAUTION:
If any removable convenience item is not
secured properly, it can move around in a
collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle
could be injured. Be sure to secure any such
item properly.
Your vehicle may have hideaway rear storage bins. It
provides extra storage space for the rear of the vehicle.
To open the hideaway rear storage bins, pull up on
the door latch located on the front of the cover.
The hideaway rear storage bins cover has two automatic
prop rods to hold it up and in place.
To close the cover, you must pull one of the prop rod
linkages toward you while holding onto the door
latch and lower the cover to close it.
Removing the Hideaway Rear
Storage Bins
1. Make sure that all items are off the hideaway rear
storage bins and that they are empty.
2. Turn the hand knob, located at the rear of the
hideaway rear storage bins, counterclockwise
until the knob is loose.
3. Lift up on the hand knob, then grip and pull up on
the hideaway rear storage bins to remove them
from the vehicle.
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Replacing the Hideaway Rear
Storage Bins
1. Make sure the third row seat is properly installed in
the vehicle. SeeThird Row Seat on page 1-19for
more information. If the third row seat is not in
the vehicle with the hideaway rear storage bins, the
hideaway rear storage bins will not be locked
into the correct position in the vehicle.
2. Make sure that the hideaway rear storage bins are
empty and closed.
3. Lift the hideaway rear storage bins up and into the
rear of the vehicle.
4. Slide the hideaway rear storage bins in and align it
to the rear seat.5. Press down on the front of the hideaway rear
storage bins so the center is aligned on the sill
mounting bracket.
6. Turn the hand knob clockwise until it is tight.
7. Pull up on the hideaway rear storage bins to make
sure they are locked into place.
The cover of the hideaway rear storage bins can be left
in its upright position while the vehicle is moving.
The hideaway rear storage bins and the third row
seat both have a maximum weight capacity of
400 lbs (181.6 kg).
Notice:Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not overload your vehicle.
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