2007 SATURN RELAY remote start

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 9
Rear Seats
............................................. 14
Safety Belts
............................................ 32
Child Restraints
...................................... 56
Airbag System
........................................ 83
Restraint System Check
....................... 101
Features and Controls
.............................. 103
Keys
..................................................... 105
Doors and Locks
.................................. 114
Windows
............................................... 130
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 133
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
..... 138
Mirrors
.................................................. 153
OnStar
®System
................................... 154
Universal Home Remote System
.......... 156
Storage Areas
...................................... 167
Instrument Panel
....................................... 177
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 180
Climate Controls
................................... 205Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 219
Driver Information Center (DIC)
............ 234
Audio System(s)
................................... 270
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 357
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 358
Towing
................................................. 396
Service and Appearance Care
.................. 409
Service
................................................. 412
Fuel
...................................................... 414
Checking Things Under
the Hood
........................................... 420
Bulb Replacement
................................ 455
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
... 460
Tires
..................................................... 462
Appearance Care
.................................. 501
Vehicle Identication
............................. 510
Electrical System
.................................. 511
Capacities and Specications
................ 518
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Keys............................................................ 105
Remote Keyless Entry System.................. 106
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation............................................... 107
Doors and Locks........................................ 114
Door Locks................................................ 114
Power Door Locks..................................... 116
Delayed Locking........................................ 116
Automatic Door Lock................................. 117
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock....... 118
Lockout Protection..................................... 118
Dual Sliding Doors.................................... 118
Power Sliding Door (PSD)......................... 121
Liftgate...................................................... 128
Windows...................................................... 130
Power Windows........................................ 131
Manual Rear Quarter Windows.................. 131
Power Rear Quarter Windows................... 132
Sun Visors................................................ 132Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 133
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 133
PASS-Key
®III ........................................... 135
PASS-Key®III Operation........................... 136
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 138
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 138
Ignition Positions....................................... 138
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 139
Starting the Engine.................................... 140
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 141
Automatic Transaxle Operation.................. 143
Parking Brake........................................... 147
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 148
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 149
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 150
Engine Exhaust......................................... 151
Running the Engine While Parked............. 152
Section 2 Features and Controls
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This vehicle has a double sided key for the
ignition and the driver’s door lock.
Your vehicle has the PASS-Key
®III vehicle theft
system. The key has a transponder in the key
head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s
steering column. If a replacement key or
any additional key is needed, you must purchase
this key from your retailer. The key will have
PK3 stamped on it. Keep the bar code tag that
came with the original keys. Give this tag to your
retailer if you need a new key made.
Any new PASS-Key
®III key must be programmed
before it will start your vehicle. SeePASS-Key®
III on page 135for more information on
programming your new key.
Notice:If you ever lock your keys in your
vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle
to get in. Be sure you have spare keys.
If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle,
seeRoadside Assistance Program on page 543
for more information.
Remote Keyless Entry System
If equipped, the keyless entry system operates
on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and
with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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At times you may notice a decrease in range.
This is normal for any remote keyless entry
system. If the transmitter does not work or if you
have to stand closer to your vehicle for the
transmitter to work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from
your vehicle. You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps
to the left or right, hold the transmitter
higher, and try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement
is necessary. See “Battery Replacement”
underRemote Keyless Entry System
Operation on page 107.
If you are still having trouble, see your retailer
or a qualied technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation
You can lock and unlock the vehicle’s doors and
the liftgate using the remote keyless entry
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
The remote keyless
entry transmitter shown
here is for a vehicle
equipped with the
remote vehicle start
feature and dual power
sliding doors.
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The remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with
your vehicle will only contain the buttons specic
to your vehicle’s factory installed remote
system features.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):If your vehicle has
this feature, you can start the engine from outside
the vehicle. See “Remote Vehicle Start” at the
end of this section for more detailed information.
Q(Lock):To lock all doors and the liftgate,
press the lock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter. SeePower Door Locks on page 116
for more details on the power door lock features.
If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent
system, the remote keyless entry transmitter’s lock
button may arm the system. SeeContent
Theft-Deterrent on page 133for more details.
When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter
to lock your vehicle, the turn signal lamps may
ash to let you know the command has been
received. If you press the lock button again, within
ve seconds, the horn will sound and the turn
signal lamps may ash to let you know the vehicle
is already locked. See “FOB LOCK FEEDBACK”
underDIC Vehicle Personalization (Uplevel
Only) on page 261for additional information.
"(Unlock):When you press unlock on the
remote keyless entry transmitter, only the driver’s
door will unlock. If you press unlock again
within ve seconds, all the doors and the liftgate
will unlock. If you would like all the doors to unlock
the rst time you press unlock, see “FOB
UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESS” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization (Uplevel Only) on page 261.
If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent
system, the unlock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter will disarm the system. See
Content Theft-Deterrent on page 133for more
details.
When you use your remote keyless entry
transmitter to unlock your vehicle the turn signal
lamps will ash to let you know the command was
received.
L(Remote Alarm):When you press the horn
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the
turn signal lamps will ash and the horn will sound.
This will allow you to attract attention, if needed.
Press this button again to stop the alarm from
sounding.
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2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter.
Do not use the metal anges to pop out the
battery.
3. Replace the battery.
4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the
halves are snapped together tightly so water
will not get in.
5. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons
for seven seconds to synchronize the
transmitter.
6. Check the transmitter operation.
Remote Vehicle Start
This feature allows you to start the engine from
outside the vehicle. It may also turn the rear
window defogger if the outside temperature is
below 45°F (7°C).
Laws in some local communities may restrict the
use of remote starters. For example, some
laws may require a person using remote start to
have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check
local regulations for any requirements on remote
starting of vehicles.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):If your vehicle has
the remote vehicle start feature, the remote
keyless entry transmitter will have a button with
this symbol on it.
An increased range of operation is provided with
the remote keyless entry transmitter that has
the remote vehicle start button.
If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the
remote start feature. The vehicle may run out of
fuel. The vehicle may also run out of fuel if
the vehicle is running for a long period of time
when parked on an incline facing downward with
a low fuel condition.
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To start the engine using the remote start feature,
do the following:
1. Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter,
if equipped with the remote vehicle start
button, at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock
button, then immediately press and hold
the remote vehicle start button until the
vehicle’s turn signal lamps ash, or for at
least two seconds, if the vehicle’s lights are
not visible. The vehicle’s doors will be locked.
3. When the vehicle’s engine starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on while the
engine is running.
After a remote start, the engine will automatically
shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension
has been done or the vehicle’s key is inserted into
the ignition switch and turned to RUN.
The maximum number of remote starts or remote
start attempts between ignition cycles with the
key is two.If the remote start procedure is used again before
the rst 10 minute time frame has ended, the
rst 10 minutes will immediately expire and
the second 10 minute time frame will start.
After two remote starts have been provided
, the vehicle’s ignition switch must be turned to
RUN and then back to LOCK using the key before
the remote start procedure can be used again.
If you enter the vehicle after a remote start,
and the engine is running, insert the key into the
ignition switch and turn it to the RUN position
to drive the vehicle.
To manually shut off the engine after a remote
start, do any of the following:
Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter at
the vehicle and press the remote start
button until the parking lamps turn off.
Turn on the hazard warning ashers.
Insert the vehicle’s key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to RUN and then back
to LOCK.
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The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if:
The remote start system is disabled. See
“REMOTE START” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization (Uplevel Only) on page 261.
The vehicle’s key is in the ignition.
The vehicle’s hood, liftgate or doors are
not closed.
The hazard warning ashers are on.
There is an emission control system
malfunction.
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
The oil pressure is low.
Two remote vehicle starts have already been
provided. The maximum number of remote
starts or remote start attempts between ignition
cycles with the key is two.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle
start feature, it may have the remote start
ready feature. This feature allows your retailer
to add the manufacturer’s remote vehicle
start feature.
If the keyless entry transmitter has a plus (+)
symbol on the back cover, your vehicle has
the remote start ready feature. You can lock
or unlock your vehicle from approximately
197 feet (60 m) away.
See your retailer if you would like to add the
manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature to
your vehicle.
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