XM Radio Messages
Radio Display Message Condition Action Required
XL (Explicit Language
Channels)XL on the radio display,
after the channel name,
indicates content with
explicit language.These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a
customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
XM Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no
action is required. This process should take no longer than
30 seconds.
No XM Signal Loss of signal The system is functioning correctly, but the vehicle is in a
location that is blocking the XM™ signal. When you move into
an open area, the signal should return.
Loading XM Acquiring channel audio
(after four second delay)The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text
data. No action is needed. This message should disappear
shortly.
Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another
channel.
Channel Unavail Channel no longer
availableThis previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune
to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose
another station for that preset button.
No Artist Info Artist Name/Feature
not availableNo artist information is available at this time on this channel.
The system is working properly.
No Title Info Song/Program Title
not availableNo song title information is available at this time on this
channel. The system is working properly.
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Radio Display Message Condition Action Required
No CAT Info Category Name
not availableNo category information is available at this time on this
channel. The system is working properly.
No Information No Text/Informational
message availableNo text or informational messages are available at this time
on this channel. The system is working properly.
CAT Not Found No channel available for
the chosen categoryThere are no channels available for the selected category.
The system is working properly.
XM TheftLocked Theftlock
®active The XM™ receiver in the vehicle could have previously been
in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM™ receivers
cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message
appears after having your vehicle serviced, check with your
retailer.
XM Radio ID Radio ID label
(channel 0)If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates with the
XM™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to
activate the service.
Unknown Radio ID not known
(should only be if
hardware failure)If this message is received when tuned to channel 0,
there could be a receiver fault. Consult with your retailer.
Check XM Receivr Hardware failure If this message does not clear within a short period of time,
the receiver could have a fault. Consult with your retailer.
XM Not Available XM™ Not Available If this message does not clear within a short period of time,
the receiver could have a fault. Consult with your retailer.
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Audio Output
Only one audio source can be heard through the
speakers at one time.
Press the power button to turn the radio on.
The radio can be heard through all of the vehicle
speakers.
When a DVD is inserted, playback is heard
through the vehicle speakers and headphones.
Front seat passengers can listen to the radio
by pressing the BAND button to select AM, FM or
XM™ (if equipped). The rear seat speakers are
muted for radio listening, and the DVD plays
through the headphones (RSE Mode).
When RCA jacks are connected, the rear speakers
are muted. The rear seat passengers are able
to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the
wireless headphones. The front seat passengers
are able to listen to the radio through the front
speakers, by pressing the BAND button to select
AM, FM, or XM (if equipped), or listen to a CD
that is inserted into the radio.
If a playback device is plugged into the radio’s
auxiliary input jack, the device can be heard
through all of the vehicle speakers. In RSE mode
the playback device is only heard through the
front speakers.
Video Screen
The video screen is located in the overhead
console.
To use the video screen, do the following:
1. Push forward on the release button located on
the DVD display console.
2. Pull the screen down, away from you, and
adjust its position as desired.
When the video screen is not in use, push it up
into its locked position.
If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its
locked position, the screen shuts off, but the
DVD continues to play through the previous audio
or video source.
The video screen contains the transmitters for the
wireless headphones and the receivers for the
remote control. If the screen is in the closed
position, the signals are not available for the
operation of the headphones or the remote control.
Notice:Avoid directly touching the video
screen, as damage may occur. See “Cleaning
the Video Screen” later in this section for
more information.
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DVD Player Buttons
To learn about the DVD functions for this type
of radio system, read the following for more
information on the DVD player.
DVD/AUX (Auxiliary):While a DVD is playing,
press this button to switch between front auxiliary
and RSE.
To listen to a DVD through the headphones, press
this button.
While a CD is playing, press this button to switch
between playing a CD or the front auxiliary,
if not in RSE mode. If the system is in RSE mode,
press the power button on the remote control
rst, to listen to the CD through the headphones,
while the front passengers listen to the front
auxiliary.
O(Power):Press this knob to turn the radio/DVD
player on. Turn this knob clockwise to or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
volume. A single press turns the radio off, a quick
double press turns off the entire radio and rear
seat entertainment system.
f(Tune):Turn this knob to change tracks on a
CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to
change clock or date settings, while in the clock
or date setting mode. SeeSetting the Time
(Without Date Display) on page 186orSetting the
Time (With Date Display) on page 186for more
information.
©SEEK (Previous Track/Chapter):Press this
button to return to the start of the current track
or chapter. Press this button again to go to
the previous track or chapter. This button might
not work while the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
¨SEEK (Next Track/Chapter):Press this button
to advance to the beginning of the next track or
chapter. This button might not work while the DVD
is playing the copyright information or the previews.
sREV (Reverse):Press this button to fast
reverse the DVD or CD, ve times the normal
speed. The radio displays the elapsed time while
in fast reverse. To stop fast reversing, press
this button again. This button might not work while
the DVD is playing the copyright information or
the previews.
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Remote Control
To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter
window below the video screen and press the
desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light
could affect the ability of the RSE transmitter
to receive signals from the remote control. If the
remote control does not seem to be working,
the batteries might need to be replaced.
See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
Objects blocking the line of sight could also affect
the function of the remote control.
The DVD player can only be turned on by pressing
the DVD/AUX button on the radio.
Notice:Storing the remote control in a hot
area or in direct sunlight can damage it,
and the repairs will not be covered by your
warranty. Keep the remote control stored in a
cool, dry place.
Remote Control Buttons
O(Power):Press this button to turn the RSE
screen on and off (also powers up the DVD player
if a disc is loaded).
P(Illumination):Press this button to turn the
remote control backlight on. The backlight
times out after seven to ten seconds if no other
button is pressed while the backlight is on.
v(Title):Press this button to return the DVD to
the main menu of the DVD.
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Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle............................................ 232
Driver Behavior......................................... 232
Driving Environment.................................. 232
Vehicle Design.......................................... 232
Defensive Driving...................................... 233
Drunken Driving........................................ 234
Control of a Vehicle.................................. 237
Braking...................................................... 237
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................. 238
Braking in Emergencies............................. 240
Traction Control System (TCS).................. 240
Steering.................................................... 241
Off-Road Recovery.................................... 244
Passing..................................................... 244
Loss of Control.......................................... 246
Driving at Night......................................... 247Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads............ 248
City Driving............................................... 251
Freeway Driving........................................ 252
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................. 253
Highway Hypnosis..................................... 254
Hill and Mountain Roads........................... 255
Winter Driving........................................... 257
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud,
Ice, or Snow.......................................... 261
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out........... 262
Recovery Hook.......................................... 262
Loading Your Vehicle................................ 264
Towing........................................................ 270
Towing Your Vehicle ................................. 270
Recreational Vehicle Towing...................... 270
Towing a Trailer........................................ 274
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
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Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive
in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy
braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic.
This is a mistake. The brakes may not have time to
cool between hard stops. The brakes will wear out
much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you
keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic
following distances, you will eliminate a lot of
unnecessary braking. That means better braking
and longer brake life.
If your vehicle’s engine ever stops while you are
driving, brake normally but do not pump the
brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to
push down. If the engine stops, you will still have
some power brake assist. But you will use it
when you brake. Once the power assist is used
up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal
will be harder to push.
Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your
vehicle’s performance. SeeAccessories and
Modi cations on page 287.Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Your vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS), an advanced electronic braking system
that will help prevent a braking skid.
When you start the engine and begin to drive
away, ABS will check itself. You may hear
a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test
is going on, and you may even notice that the
brake pedal moves a little. This is normal.
If there is a problem
with ABS, this warning
light will stay on.
SeeAnti-Lock Brake
System Warning
Light on page 170.
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Remember: ABS does not change the time you
need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or
always decrease stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have
time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly
slows or stops. Always leave enough room up
ahead to stop, even though you have ABS.
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal
down rmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may
hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel
the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With ABS, you can steer and brake at the same
time. In many emergencies, steering can help you
more than even the very best braking.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Your vehicle has a traction control system that
limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in
slippery road conditions. The system operates only
if it senses that one or both of the front wheels
are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
When this happens, the system reduces engine
power to limit wheel spin.
This light will come on
when your traction
control system is limiting
wheel spin.
SeeLow Traction Light on page 171. You may
feel or hear the system working, but this is normal.
The traction control system automatically comes
on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel
spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you
should always leave the system on. But you
can turn the traction control system off if you ever
need to. You should turn the system off if your
vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow
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