2007 SATURN RELAY Owners Manual

If your vehicle has power sliding door(s), you can
prevent power opening of the sliding door from
the passenger power sliding door (psd) activation
switch by pressing the psd second row passenger
override (deactivation) switch located on the
overhead console. SeePower Sliding Door (PSD)
on page 121.
If you want to open the sliding door while the
security lock is on, unlock and open the door from
the outside.
You should let adults and older children know how
the security lock works, and how to cancel the lock.
If you do not, adults or older children who ride in the
rear will not be able to open the sliding door from
the inside while the security lock feature is in use.
Canceling the Sliding Door
Security Lock
1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door
from the outside.
2. Push the security lock lever all the way down.
3. Close the door.
4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other door.
The sliding door lock will now work normally.
Power Sliding Door (PSD)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can open
and close the power sliding door(s) using
the switches inside your vehicle. You can also
operate the sliding door(s) with your remote
keyless entry transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry System on page 106.
{CAUTION:
Leaving your children or pets unattended
in your vehicle can be dangerous. They
could operate the power sliding door.
A child or others could be injured. Do not
leave children or pets unattended in your
vehicle.
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Power Sliding Door (PSD) Switches
Your vehicle will have one of the following
switch(es) located on the overhead console
switchbank.
If your vehicle has a
single power sliding
door (PSD), you
have this switch.If your vehicle has dual
power sliding doors, you
have these switches.
Your vehicle also
has passenger power
sliding door activation
switch(es).
PSD Activation/Override
(Deactivation) Switch
Driver’s Side and
Passenger’s Side PSD
Activation/Override
(Deactivation) Switches
Passenger PSD
Activation Switch
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If you have a single PSD, this switch is located in
front of the passenger side sliding door. If your
vehicle has dual PSDs, the switches are located in
front of both sliding doors.
Power Sliding Door Operation
The power sliding door(s) will only open if the
transaxle is in PARK (P). The transaxle does not
have to be in PARK (P) to close the door(s).
There are several ways to open and close the
power sliding door(s).
If your vehicle has a single power sliding door,
press the top of the overhead console PSD
activation/override (deactivation) switch.
If your vehicle has dual power sliding doors,
press the top of the driver’s side and/or
passenger’s side overhead console PSD
activation/override (deactivation) switch.
Press the passenger PSD activation switch.
This switch will also stop a moving door
immediately.
Press the power sliding door button on the
remote keyless entry transmitter.
To manually open the power sliding door(s)
while the switch(es) are in the activation
position, pull and release the inside or outside
door handle to release the door latch. The
door will fully open.
To manually close the power sliding door(s)
while the switches are in the activation
position, pull the inside or outside door handle
or the edge of the door. Move the door
about 4 inches (10 cm) toward the closed
position and release it. The door will close
completely and latch.
If a power sliding door is locked, it cannot be
unlocked and opened using the overhead console
PSD switch(es) or the passenger PSD activation
switch(es). The power sliding door must either
be manually unlocked or unlocked using the power
door unlock switch located on the driver’s or
front passenger’s armrest, and then opened using
the overhead or passenger PSD activation
switch(es).
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The remote keyless entry transmitter can also be
used to open the power sliding door(s). If the
vehicle is locked, press the power sliding
door button(s) and all doors will unlock and the
sliding door(s) will open. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry System Operation on page 107.
If the power sliding door has been manually locked,
you must unlock the PSD before it can be opened.
Notice:If you leave the power sliding door on
when you go through an automatic car
wash, the door may accidentally open. Be sure
the power sliding door is turned off when
going through a car wash.
If the power sliding door(s) is open or in the
process of closing when you shift out of PARK (P),
a chime will sound. This is a warning that the
sliding door(s) is not completely closed. Also, the
Driver Information Center (DIC) will indicate if
the door is open. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 241. Stop the vehicle and
close the door.
{CAUTION:
If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P)
and accelerate before the power sliding
door latches closed, the door may reverse
to the open position. A child or others
could fall out of the vehicle and be
injured. Always make sure the power
sliding door is closed and latched before
you drive away.
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If an object obstructs the power sliding door(s) while
it is closing, the door will automatically reverse to
the open position, provided it meets sufficient
resistance. Resistance must be as strong as the
force of the closing door, or stronger. The force of
the closing door increases signicantly as the door
approaches the latched position.The driver’s side sliding door is designed to open
only a little if the fuel door is open. If this ever
happens, do not try to force the sliding door. When
the fuel ller door is closed, the driver’s side
sliding door can be opened normally.
{CAUTION:
You or others could be injured if caught in
the path of the sliding door. Make sure the
door path is clear before closing the door.
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{CAUTION:
If your vehicle is facing downward on a
steep grade (15 percent or more), the door
may not stay open and could slam shut,
possibly injuring someone. To make sure
the door does not slam shut, turn on the
power sliding door feature. Then if the
door closes, it will close under the control
of the power door system.
Power Sliding Door Second Row
Passenger Override (Deactivation)
To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding
door(s) by using the passenger PSD activation
switch, press the override (deactivation) part of the
overhead console switch. The door can still be
manually opened from the inside or outside
with the override (deactivation) on.
To open a power sliding door(s) manually when
the overhead console switch is in override
(deactivation) position, pull the inside or outside
door handle and slide the door all the way back.
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To close the door(s) manually when the override
switch(es) is in the override (deactivation) position,
pull the inside or outside door handle and slide
the door all the way forward to the latched position.
To stop the door(s) immediately while the
door(s) is opening or closing, press the PSD
override (deactivation) part of the switch.
Pressing the PSD button(s) on the remote keyless
entry will open and close the door unless the
door has been manually locked using the
mechanical slider.
Resetting the Power Sliding Door
The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or
not at all because of the following conditions:
A low voltage or dead battery
A disconnected battery
If the instrument panel PSD/fuse 21,
LHPSD/fuse 24 or RHPSD/fuse 25 are
removed or blown.
SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 512for
more information.If any of these conditions occur, the power sliding
door may need to be reset. If your vehicle has
the dual power sliding doors, both doors will have
to be reset. To reset a door, do the following:
1. Check to be sure the power sliding door is
unlocked and securely closed.
2. Turn the ignition to LOCK.
3. If the power sliding door overhead console
switch is in the override (deactivation)
position, return to the activation position.
4. Open the sliding door using the remote
keyless entry transmitter, overhead console
switch, or passenger switch. Allow the door to
travel fully open.
If the door does not travel to the fully open
position, press the overhead console switch to the
override (deactivation) position and slide the
door fully open and closed. Check for foreign
objects in the tracks. Repeat the procedure starting
with Step 1. If the door resists travel to the fully
open position, see your retailer for service.
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Liftgate
To unlock or lock the liftgate from the outside, use
the remote keyless entry transmitter. For more
information, seeRemote Keyless Entry System
Operation on page 107.
You can also use the power door lock switch to
lock and unlock the liftgate.
Open the liftgate using the handle located above
the license plate. Once slightly opened, the
liftgate will rise by itself. Lamps in the rear of the
vehicle will come on, illuminating the rear
cargo area.
Notice:If you open the liftgate without
checking for overhead obstructions such as a
garage door, you could break the liftgate
glass. Always check to make sure the area
above the liftgate is clear before opening it.{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can come into your vehicle.
You cannot see or smell CO. It can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the liftgate open or
if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or
cooling system to its highest speed
and select the control setting that
will force outside air into your vehicle.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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