2007 SATURN ION lock

Remote Trunk Release
Press the remote trunk
release button, located
on the lower left
side of the instrument
panel, to release
the trunk lid.
The remote trunk release will work when the
ignition is either in LOCK or ACC, the parking
brake is engaged, or the vehicle speed is less than
2 mph (3 km/h).
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Notice:Do not use the emergency trunk
release handle as a tie-down or anchor point
when securing items in the trunk as it
could damage the handle. The emergency
trunk release handle is only intended to aid a
person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling
them to open the trunk from the inside.
There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk
release handle located on the inside of the trunk
lid. This handle will glow following exposure
to light. Pull the release handle and push the trunk
lid open from the inside to open the trunk.
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Power Windows
{CAUTION:
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets
in a vehicle with the windows closed is
dangerous. They can be overcome from
extreme heat in warm or hot weather and
suffer permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous for many
reasons, children or others could be
badly injured or even killed. They could
operate the power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle move.
The windows will function with the keys in
the ignition and they could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave the keys in
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a vehicle with children. When there are
children in the rear seats use the window
lockout button to prevent unintentional
operation of the windows.
If your vehicle has power
windows, switches
located on the driver’s
door armrest control
each of the windows.
In addition, each passenger door has a window
switch that controls that door’s window. To operate
each window, press the switch forward to close
the window and rearward to open it.
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Express-Down Window
The driver’s window has an express-down feature
which allows the window to lower all the way
without continuously pressing the switch.
The switch is labeled AUTO. Press the rear of the
switch all the way down and release.
To stop the window while it is lowering, press the
front of the switch.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout):The window lockout
button is located near the driver’s power window
switches. Press the right side of the button to
prevent rear passengers from using their windows.
Press the left side of the button to return to
normal window operation.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, swing down the sun visors.
You can also swing them to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Your sun visors may have vanity mirrors. If so, the
driver’s mirror is covered. Lift the cover to
expose the mirror.
Passenger Visor Safety Belt Clip (Coupe)
If you have a coupe, the sun visor on the
passenger’s side of the vehicle has a clip. This
clip is designed to hold the safety belt out of
the way when entering and exiting the rear seats.
Be sure to remove the safety belt from the clip
when you are done.
Notice:Using the safety belt clip to enter or
exit the vehicle, or in any way other than
as it was intended, can damage your vehicle.
Do not use the safety belt clip in any way other
than as it was intended.
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Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some
cities. Although your vehicle has a number of
theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
used to arm/disarm the theft-deterrent system.
Your vehicle’s theft-deterrent system can be
programmed to three different modes.
Active Arming:The system will arm when the
lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.
The system will disarm when the unlock button
is pressed.
Passive Arming:Passive Arming can only be
enabled by the retailer. If enabled, the system will
arm itself one minute after the ignition is turned
off and the driver’s door has been opened
and closed. If the lock button on the transmitter is
pressed before the minute has passed, the
system will arm immediately. The system will
disarm when the unlock button is pressed.If you accidentally set off the alarm when
entering/exiting the vehicle, you can shut it off by
pressing any button on the RKE transmitter
other than the panic alarm button.
If you hear three horn chirps when you press the
unlock button on the RKE transmitter, this
indicates that the alarm was triggered while you
were away from your vehicle.
Passlock®
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock®
theft-deterrent system.
Passlock
®is a passive theft-deterrent system.
Passlock®enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder
is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is
not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered
with, fuel is disabled.
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During normal
operation, the security
light will go off
approximately
three seconds after the
key is turned to the
RUN ignition position.
If the engine stalls and the security light ashes,
wait until the light stops ashing before trying
to restart the engine. Remember to release
the key from START as soon as the engine
starts.
If the engine is running and the security light
comes on, you will be able to restart the engine
if you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock
®
system is not working properly and must be
serviced by your retailer. Your vehicle is not
protected by Passlock
®at this time. You may
also want to check the fuses, seeFuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 375. See your
retailer for service.
Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Do not drive at any one constant speed,
fast or slow, for the rst 500 miles
(805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts.
Do not exceed 5,000 engine rpm. Avoid
downshifting to brake, or slow, the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the rst
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings are not yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline every time
you get new brake linings.
Do not tow a trailer during the rst
1,000 miles (1 600 km). SeeTowing a Trailer
on page 259for the trailer towing capabilities
of your vehicle and more information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can
be gradually increased.
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Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it
to four different positions.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break
the key. Use the correct key and turn the key
only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the
way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard. If none of this
works, then your vehicle needs service.
9(LOCK):This position locks your steering
column. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only
be able to remove your key when the ignition is
turned to LOCK.
If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition
switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the shift
lever is in PARK (P).
{CAUTION:
If you have a manual transaxle removing
the key from the ignition switch will lock
the steering column and result in a loss of
ability to steer the vehicle. This could
cause a collision. If you need to turn the
engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the key to ACC.
ACC (ACCESSORY):This position operates
some of your electrical accessories. It unlocks the
steering wheel and ignition.
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R(RUN):This is the position the switch returns to
after you start your engine and release the
switch. The switch stays in the RUN position when
the engine is running. But even when the ignition
is not running, you can use RUN to operate
your electrical accessories and to display some
warning and indicator lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACC or RUN position with the engine
off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if
the battery is allowed to drain for an extended
period of time.
/(START):This position starts the engine. When
the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch will return to RUN for normal driving.
A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s
door while in LOCK or ACC, when the key has not
been removed from the ignition.
Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle,
a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s
door. Always remember to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. This will lock
your ignition and transaxle. Also, always remember
to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ignition while your vehicle is parked.
You may not be able to start your vehicle after it
has been parked for an extended period of time.
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Shift Lock Release
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, the
following procedure allows the ignition to be turned
to LOCK and for ignition key removal in case of
a dead battery or low voltage battery.
1. Make sure the shift lever is in PARK (P).
2. Using a tool, pry off the cover from the bottom
of the steering column.3. Place your nger into the access hole and
locate the plunger.
4. Press and hold the plunger toward the driver’s
door while turning the ignition key to LOCK.
Remove the key.
Have your vehicle serviced at your retailer as
soon as possible.
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