2007 SATURN ION instrument panel

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement....... 327
Tires............................................................ 328
Winter Tires (Red Line)............................. 329
Tire Sidewall Labeling............................... 330
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 334
Ination - Tire Pressure............................. 337
High-Speed Operation............................... 338
Tire Inspection and Rotation...................... 339
When It Is Time for New Tires.................. 341
Buying New Tires...................................... 341
Different Size Tires and Wheels................ 343
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..................... 344
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance............ 346
Wheel Replacement.................................. 346
Tire Chains............................................... 348
If a Tire Goes Flat.................................... 349
Changing a Flat Tire................................. 350
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools.......... 351
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire....................................... 356
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools...... 362
Compact Spare Tire.................................. 365Appearance Care........................................ 366
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 366
Fabric/Carpet............................................. 367
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces..................................... 368
Care of Safety Belts.................................. 369
Weatherstrips............................................ 369
Washing Your Vehicle............................... 369
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses................ 370
Finish Care............................................... 370
Windshield and Wiper Blades.................... 370
Aluminum Wheels...................................... 371
Tires......................................................... 372
Sheet Metal Damage................................. 372
Finish Damage.......................................... 372
Underbody Maintenance............................ 372
Chemical Paint Spotting............................ 373
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials............ 373
Vehicle Identication.................................. 374
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)........... 374
Service Parts Identication Label............... 374
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before
attempting to do your own service work, see
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on
page 82.
You should keep a record with all parts receipts
and list the mileage and the date of any service
work you perform. SeeMaintenance Record
on page 406.
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle
Things you might add to the outside of your
vehicle can affect the airow around it. This may
cause wind noise and affect windshield washer
performance. Check with your retailer before
adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle.
Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part
of the proper maintenance of your vehicle.
To help keep the engine clean and maintain
optimum vehicle performance, Saturn recommends
the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline.
The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number
that identies your vehicle’s engine. The VIN is at
the top left of the instrument panel. SeeVehicle
Identication Number (VIN) on page 374.
Gasoline Octane
If your vehicle has the 2.2L L4 engine (VIN Code F),
use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane
rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less
than 87, you may notice an audible knocking noise
when you drive, commonly referred to as spark
knock. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at
87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If you are
using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you
hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service.
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Hood Release
To open the hood, do the following:
1. Pull the interior hood
release handle with
this symbol on it. It is
located to the left of
the steering column
below the instrument
panel.
2. Push the secondary hood release lever,
located under the center of the hood
above the grille, to the right to disengage it.
3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its
retainer, and put the hood prop into the slot in
the hood.
Before closing the hood, be sure all the ller caps
are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve
pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood
prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop
to its retainer. Then just let the hood down and
close it rmly.
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Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Notice:If the pressure cap is not tightly
installed, coolant loss and possible engine
damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly
and tightly secured.
If you replace your coolant surge tank pressure
cap, a Saturn cap is required.
Engine Overheating
You will nd a coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 173for more
information.You also have a check gage message and a
transaxle uid hot message. SeeCheck Gage
Message on page 184andTransaxle Fluid
Hot Message on page 183.
Notice:Driving with the CHK GAGE message
displayed in the message center and the
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on your
instrument panel in the red zone could cause
your vehicle to overheat. Your vehicle could
be damaged and the damages might not
be covered by your warranty.
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4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the
cleaning cloth remains clean.
5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a
mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning
process that was used with plain water.
If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric
cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a
commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be
used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness
rst. If the locally cleaned area gives any
impression that a ring formation may result, clean
the entire surface.
After the cleaning process has been completed, a
paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture
from the fabric or carpet.Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces
A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to
remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is
necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a
mild soap solution can be used to gently remove
dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers
on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and
coatings that are sold to preserve and protect
soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the
appearance and feel of your interior and are
not recommended. Do not use silicone or
wax-based products, or those containing organic
solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because
they can alter the appearance by increasing
the gloss in a non-uniform manner.
Some commercial products may increase gloss on
your instrument panel. The increase in gloss
may cause annoying reections in the windshield
and even make it difficult to see through the
windshield under certain conditions.
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Vehicle Identication
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
This is the legal identier for your vehicle. It
appears on a plate in the front corner of the
instrument panel, on the driver side. You can see
it if you look through the windshield from outside
your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle
Certication and Service Parts labels and the
certicates of title and registration.
Engine Identication
The eighth character in the VIN is the engine
code. This code helps you identify your vehicle’s
engine, specications, and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identication Label
This label is on your spare tire cover. It is
very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
The label has the following information:
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
Model designation
Paint information
Production options and special equipment
Do not remove this label from the vehicle.
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Floor Console Fuse Block
Some fuses are in a fuse block on the driver’s
side of the oor console. To remove the oor
console cover, move the driver’s seat back as far
as it will go, and pull the oor console cover,
starting near the front of the vehicle, away from
the oor console.
Then remove the fuse block cover to access
the fuses.
Fuses Usage
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relay
BCM ELECTIgnition Switch, Body Control
Module (BCM)
BCM (PWR) Entry Control, Trunk Release
DASH Instrument Panel, Dimming Switch
LIGHTER Cigar Lighter
PARK Headlamp Switch
CLUSTER Instrument Panel Cluster
PWR
WINDOWSPower Window Switches
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Fuses Usage
STOP Stoplamp (Brake) Switch
HVAC Climate Control
CRUISECruise Control Module, Clutch
Start Switch
AIR BAGAirbags, Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM)
WIPER SWWindshield Wipers and Washers,
Transaxle Shift Lock Control Switch
RADIO
(BATT1)Radio Receiver, Entertainment
Memory
ONSTAREntertainment, Mobile
Communications, OnStar
®
RADIO (ACC) Radio Receiver, Entertainment
IGN SW Ignition Switch
EPS Cruise Control Switches, EPS Unit
PWR OUTLET Auxiliary Power Outlet
SUN ROOF Power Sunroof, OnStar Mirror
Relay Usage
ALC/PARK
RELAYOnStar®, Radio, Instrument Panel
Cluster, Body Control Module
(Entry Control), Cigar Lighter,
Headlamp Switch, License Lamp
FUEL PUMP
RELAYFuel Pump
ACC RELAYPower Windows, Sunroof, Radio,
Wiper/Washer Switch, Accessory
Power Outlet
RUN RELAYClimate Control (HVAC Blower,
Control Heads)
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