2006 SATURN RELAY check engine light

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for
the location of the engine air cleaner/lter.
When to Inspect the Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/lter at the MaintenanceII
intervals and replace it at the rst oil change after each
50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. SeeScheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4for more information. If you
are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the lter
at each engine oil change.
How to Inspect the Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the air cleaner/lter, remove the lter from
the vehicle and lightly shake the lter to release
loose dust and dirt. If the lter remains caked with dirt,
a new lter is required.
To inspect or replace the air cleaner/lter, do the
following:
1. Remove the two clamps on the duct.
2. Remove the duct.
3. Unlatch the two hooks on top of the engine air
cleaner/lter housing.
4. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/lter.
5. Align the tabs located on the bottom of the panel
with the slots at the bottom of the housing.
6. Latch the hooks to secure the panel in place. If the
panel moves easily, check that the tabs are seated
correctly in the slots.
7. Put the duct back on and reinstall the clamps.
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{CAUTION:
Using a match near a battery can cause battery
gas to explode. People have been hurt doing
this, and some have been blinded. Use a
ashlight if you need more light.
Be sure the battery has enough water. You do
not need to add water to the battery installed
in your new vehicle. But if a battery has ller
caps, be sure the right amount of uid is there.
If it is low, add water to take care of that rst.
If you do not, explosive gas could be present.
Battery uid contains acid that can burn you.
Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it
in your eyes or on your skin, ush the place
with water and get medical help immediately.
{CAUTION:
Fans or other moving engine parts can injure
you badly. Keep your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or
missing insulation. If they do, you could get a
shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
Before you connect the cables, here are some
basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to
positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if
the vehicle has one. Negative (−) will go to a heavy,
unpainted metal engine part or to a remote
negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not
connect positive (+) to negative (−) or you will
get a short that would damage the battery and
maybe other parts too. And do not connect
the negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal
on the dead battery because this can cause sparks.
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Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by four internal fuses
in the underhood fuse block. An electrical overload
will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases
to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp
wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
fuse in the underhood fuse block. If the motor overheats
due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the
motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem, be sure to get it xed.
The rear washer pump is controlled by a relay located
in the engine compartment, behind the windshield
washer uid reservoir. The rear wiper motor is protected
by a fuse located in the instrument panel fuse block.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse panel
protect the power windows and other power accessories.
When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the
problem is xed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers,
and fusible thermal links.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical
size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have
a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the
underhood fuse block. Just pick some feature of your
vehicle that you can get along without – like the radio or
cigarette lighter – and use its fuse, if it is the right
amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle, the instrument
panel fuse block and the underhood fuse block.
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Maintenance Footnotes
#Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle
shift linkage, and the underbody contact points and
linkage.
(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 other brake parts, including calipers,
parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment.
(b)Visually inspect front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts,
signs of wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect power
steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chang, etc.
(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 wiper blades 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 airbag
coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch
assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor
and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding
seats, liftgate hinges, fuel door hinge, power sliding door
cable, and sliding door track(s). 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)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect
the lter at each engine oil change.
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Cargo Lamp...................................................3-20
Chains, Tire...................................................5-67
Charging System Light....................................3-40
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-43
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-94
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-48
Infants and Young Children...........................1-45
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-53
Older Children.............................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position..................................................1-59
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...................................1-61
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-52
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-120
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-25
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-93
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-91
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-89
Finish Care.................................................5-92
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-88
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces.................................................5-90
Leather......................................................5-90
Tires..........................................................5-93Cleaning (cont.)
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-94
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-91
Weatherstrips..............................................5-91
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades.......5-92
Climate Control System...................................3-26
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-31
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-28
Rear..........................................................3-29
Collision Damage Repair................................... 7-8
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-39
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-87
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-29
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convenience Net............................................2-55
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-42
Heater, Engine............................................2-35
Cooling System..............................................5-28
Cruise Control................................................3-11
Cruise Control Light........................................3-47
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-50
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)
Users....................................................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program............... 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn................7-12
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Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-20
Battery.......................................................5-40
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-43
Coolant......................................................5-23
Coolant Heater............................................2-35
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-42
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-42
Oil .............................................................5-15
Oil Life System...........................................5-18
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........5-28
Overheating................................................5-26
Starting......................................................2-34
Entry Lighting.................................................3-18
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 7-7
Exit Lighting...................................................3-19
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-42
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-15
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-20
Finish Damage...............................................5-94
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-119Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-8
Flat Tire........................................................5-70
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-71
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-83
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle.....................................5-21
Power Steering...........................................5-35
Windshield Washer......................................5-36
Folding Tray...................................................2-53
Front Console Storage Area.............................2-52
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-20
Fuel............................................................... 5-4
Additives...................................................... 5-5
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................... 5-9
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-6
Gage.........................................................3-48
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light.......................................3-48
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-97
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-98
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-100
Windshield Wiper.........................................5-97
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Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-42
Fuel..........................................................3-48
Speedometer..............................................3-35
Tachometer.................................................3-35
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-46
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-4
Specications............................................... 5-5
Glove Box.....................................................2-50
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-6
Headlamp Wiring............................................5-97
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-48
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic
Headlamp System....................................3-16
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime
Running Lamps........................................5-50Headlamps (cont.)
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-48
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps................5-48
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-16
Wiper Activated...........................................3-16
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps...................5-48
Heated Seats................................................... 1-3
Heater...........................................................3-26
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins............................2-56
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-47
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-25
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-25
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-11
Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-27
I
Ignition Positions.............................................2-33
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-45
Ination – Tire Pressure...................................5-59
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
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Odometer......................................................3-35
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-35
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-15
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-15
Pressure Light.............................................3-46
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............................5-18
Older Children, Restraints................................1-42
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-4
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-44
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-28
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-44
Heated Mirrors............................................2-44
Power Mirrors.............................................2-43
Overhead Console..................................2-51, 2-52
Overhead Console Switchbank..........................3-21
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode . . . 5-28
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-8
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Park Aid........................................................3-21
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-40
Shifting Out of............................................2-41
Parking
Assist........................................................3-21
Brake........................................................2-39
Over Things That Burn.................................2-41
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.....................3-38
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-31
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-74
Passing.........................................................4-15
PASS-Key
®III ................................................2-31
PASS-Key®III Operation..................................2-31
Power
Accessory Outlet(s)......................................3-24
Door Locks.................................................2-12
Electrical System.........................................5-97
Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current.................3-25
Rear Quarter Windows.................................2-28
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-34
Six-Way Seats.............................................. 1-3
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