2007 SATURN ION engine

When to Add Engine Oil
If the oil is below the MIN (minimum) mark, you
need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you
must use the right kind. This section explains
what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase
capacity, seeCapacities and Specications
on page 384.
Notice:Do not add too much oil. If the engine
has so much oil that the oil level gets above
the upper mark that shows the proper
operating range, the engine could be damaged.SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 280
for the location of the engine oil ll cap.
Be sure to add enough oil to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating range.
Push the dipstick all the way back in when you
are through.
2.2L L4 Engine and
2.4L L4 Engine2.0L L4 Supercharged
Engine
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
For Vehicles With the 2.2L or
2.4L L4 Engine
Look for two things:
GM6094M
Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM
Standard GM6094M. Look for and use only
an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.
SAE 5W-30
As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is
best for your vehicle.
These numbers on an oil container show its
viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other
viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50.
Oils meeting these
requirements should
also have the starburst
symbol on the
container. This symbol
indicates that the oil
has been certied by the
American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Look for this information on the oil container, and
use only those oils that are identied as meeting
GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst
symbol on the front of the oil container.
Notice:Use only engine oil identied as
meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing
the American Petroleum Institute Certied
For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure
to use the recommended oil can result in
engine damage not covered by your warranty.
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GM Goodwrench®oil meets all the requirements
for your vehicle.
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the
temperature falls below−20°F (−29°C), it is
recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both provide
easier cold starting and better protection for
the engine at extremely low temperatures.For Vehicles with the 2.0L L4
Supercharged Engine Only
Look for two things:
GM4718M
Your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil
meeting GM Standard GM4718M, such
as Mobil 1
®or equivalent. Oils meeting this
standard may be identied as synthetic.
However, not all synthetic oils will meet this
GM standard. Look for and use only an oil that
meets GM Standard GM4718M.
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Notice:If you use oils that do not have the
GM4718M Standard designation, you can cause
engine damage not covered by your warranty.
SAE 5W-30
As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is
best for your vehicle.
These numbers on an oil container show its
viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other
viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50.
Oils meeting these
requirements should
also have the starburst
symbol on the
container. This symbol
indicates that the oil
has been certied by the
American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Look for this on the oil container, and use only
those oils that are identied as meeting GM
Standard GM4718M and have the starburst symbol
on the front of the oil container.Your vehicle’s engine is lled at the factory with a
synthetic oil which meets all requirements for
your vehicle.
Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain
engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard
GM4718M may not be available. You can add
substitute oil designated SAE 5W-30 with
the starburst symbol at all temperatures. Substitute
oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should
not be used for an oil change.
Engine Oil Additives
Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended
oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM
standards are all you need for good performance
and engine protection.
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Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you
know when to change the engine oil and lter.
This is based on engine revolutions and engine
temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving
conditions, the mileage at which an oil change
will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil
life system to work properly, you must reset the
system every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has
been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change
is necessary. A CHG OIL message in the
message center will come on. SeeChange Engine
Oil Message on page 183for more information
on this message. Change the oil as soon as
possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is
possible that, if you are driving under the best
conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that
an oil change is necessary for over a year.However, the engine oil and lter must be changed
at least once a year and at this time the system
must be reset. Your retailer has trained service
people who will perform this work using genuine
Saturn parts and reset the system. It is also
important to check the oil regularly and keep it at
the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change the oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since
your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life
system whenever the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life
System
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to
change the engine oil and lter based on vehicle
use. Anytime the oil is changed, reset the
system so it can calculate when the next oil
change is required. If a situation occurs where you
change the oil prior to the CHG OIL message
being turned on, reset the system.
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After changing the engine oil, reset the system by
doing the following:
1. Press and release the trip/reset button until
the OIL LIFE message is displayed.
2. Then press and hold the trip/reset button until
a chime sounds ve times, and RESET is
displayed in the message center.
When the system is reset, the odometer will
again be displayed in the message center.
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
If the CHG OIL message comes back on when
you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system
has not reset. Repeat the procedure.
Your vehicle has a unique oil lter element. When
installing the ller cap do not exceed 18 lb-ft
(25
Y). Inspect the condition of the O-ring and
replace if damaged. See your Saturn retailer
for additional information.
What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that
may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on
your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails
with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags
containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s
warnings about the use and disposal of oil
products.
Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil
from the lter before disposal. Never dispose of oil
by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the
ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of
water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place
that collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing of used oil, ask your retailer,
a service station or a local recycling center
for help.
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 280
for the location of the engine air cleaner/lter.
2.2L L4 Engine shown, 2.4L L4 Engine similar
2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine
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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. See
Scheduled Maintenance on page 391for 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 engine air cleaner/lter,
do the following:
1. Loosen the hose clamp that is on the inlet
duct on the cover and pull off the hose.
2. For vehicles that have the 2.2L L4 or 2.4L L4
engine, release the two clips and turn the cover
upward to unhook the hinges. For vehicles that
have the 2.0L L4 Supercharged engine,
remove the three screws on the cover.
3. Pull the air cleaner/lter box cover out and
remove the air lter element from the air lter
box. If the element is dirty, you should replace
it. If the element is only dusty, it may be
cleaned by blowing compressed air through it
from the clean side. Make sure you are away
from your engine compartment when cleaning
the air lter with compressed air.
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