2007 SATURN AURA height

(G) Maximum Cold Ination Load
Limit:Maximum load that can be carried and the
maximum pressure needed to support that
load. For information on recommended tire
pressure seeInation - Tire Pressure on page 304
andLoading Your Vehicle on page 242.
Tire Size
The following illustration shows, an example of, a
typical passenger car tire size.
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:The United
States version of a metric tire sizing system. The
letter P as the rst character in the tire size
means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to
standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim
Association.(B) Tire Width:The three-digit number indicates
the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall
to sidewall.
(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that
indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is
75, as shown in item C, of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire’s sidewall is 75 percent as
high as it is wide.
(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction;
the letter D means diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel in
inches.
(F) Service Description:The service description
indicates the load range and speed rating of a
tire. The load index can range from 1 to 279.
Speed ratings range from A to Z.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up
heat from driving. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 304.
Curb Weight:The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard and optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant,
but without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall
of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which can also identify
the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand,
and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 242.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 242.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 242.
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Each new wheel should have the same
load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and
be mounted the same way as the one it
replaces.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle
can be dangerous. It could affect the
braking and handling of your vehicle,
make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in
which you or others could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts for replacement.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel
bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with
new Saturn original equipment parts. This way,
you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel
bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle.Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer or odometer calibration,
headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground
clearance, and tire clearance to the body
and chassis.{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel
could come off and cause a crash. When
you change a wheel, remove any rust or
dirt from places where the wheel attaches
to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this;
but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if you need to, to get all the rust or
dirt off.
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 109
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 31
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 377
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 242
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 367
Running the Engine While Parked............... 124
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 164
Pretensioners............................................. 38
Reminder Light........................................ 163
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 335
Driver Position........................................... 22
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 22
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 21
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 35
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 32
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 31Safety Belts (cont.)
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 38
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 31
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 17
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 30
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 356
Seats
Head Restraints......................................... 13
Manual Lumbar............................................ 9
Power Lift Seat.......................................... 14
Power Seats................................................ 9
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 10
Split Folding Rear Seat.............................. 15
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 60
Right Front Seat Position........................... 62
Security Light.............................................. 176
Service........................................................ 253
Accessories and Modications.................. 253
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle..................................... 255
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 254
Doing Your Own Work............................. 254
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Service (cont.)
Engine Soon Light................................... 172
Publications Ordering Information............. 387
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 82
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 338
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 120
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 122
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 30
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 142
Specications, Capacities............................ 351
Speedometer............................................... 163
Split Folding Rear Seat................................. 15
StabiliTrak
®Control Indicator Light,
Electronic................................................. 171
Starting the Engine...................................... 110
Steering...................................................... 221
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 206
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 132
Convenience Net..................................... 132
Cupholder(s)............................................ 131
Glove Box................................................ 131
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 241
Sun Visors.................................................. 102
Sunroof....................................................... 133
T
Tachometer................................................. 163
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps............................. 294
TCS Warning Light...................................... 170
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 206
Theft-Deterrent Systems.............................. 103
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 103
PASS-Key
®III+........................................ 105
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................ 105
Time, Setting............................................... 194
Tires........................................................... 298
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 337
Buying New Tires..................................... 312
Chains..................................................... 319
Cleaning.................................................. 338
Different Size........................................... 314
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 319
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 304
Inspection and Rotation............................ 310
Pressure Monitor System......................... 305
Tire Inator Kit......................................... 320
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 299
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