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As an example, if you initially perform the
lubrication procedure and tow your vehicle for
three hours, then park for four hours, the
lubrication procedure will need to be performed
again, prior to dinghy towing the vehicle.
Notice:Towing your vehicle after shifting the
automatic transaxle (four-speed or ve-speed)
from anything other than DRIVE (D) to
NEUTRAL (N) can cause internal damage to
the automatic transaxle. Always shift the
automatic transaxle (four-speed or ve-speed)
from DRIVE (D) to NEUTRAL (N) as the last
shift before towing.
5. Locate and remove the large IGN fuse from
the underhood fuse block. SeeUnderhood
Fuse Block on page 411.
Notice:If you tow your vehicle without
performing each of the steps listed under
“Dinghy Towing,” you could damage the
automatic transmission. Be sure to follow all
steps of the dinghy towing procedure prior
to and after towing your vehicle.Notice:If your vehicle has a four-speed
automatic transmission, it can be dinghy towed
from the front for unlimited miles at 65 mph
(105 km/h). If you exceed 65 mph (105 km/h)
while towing your vehicle, it could be damaged.
The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Never exceed 65 mph (105 km/h)
while towing your vehicle.
Notice:If your vehicle has a ve-speed
automatic transmission and it is towed for
more than seven hours without performing
lubrication process or at speeds greater than
65 mph (105 km/h), you could damage the
automatic transmission. The repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Do not tow
your vehicle for extended periods of time or at
speeds greater than 65 mph (105 km/h).
After seven hours, repeat Step 4 above for the
ve-speed automatic transmission.
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Once you have reached your destination, do the
following:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Shift the transmission to REVERSE (R) for a
manual transmission. Shift the transmission to
PARK (P) for an automatic transmission.
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the
key from the ignition.
4. Reinstall the large IGN fuse.
Notice:Too much or too little uid can
damage the transmission. Be sure that the
transaxle uid is at the proper level before
towing with all four wheels on the ground.
Notice:Don’t tow a vehicle with the front drive
wheels on the ground if one of the front tires
is a compact spare tire. Towing with two
different tire sizes on the front of the vehicle
can cause severe damage to the transmission.Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)
All-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with
two wheels on the ground. To properly tow
these vehicles, they should be placed on a
platform trailer with all four wheels off of the
ground or dinghy towed from the front.
Dolly Towing
(Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)
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Safety Chains
You should always attach chains between
your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety
chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the
tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes
separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety
chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer
or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching
safety chains and do not attach them to the
bumper. Always leave just enough slack so you
can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety
chains to drag on the ground.
Trailer Brakes
If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, don’t try to
tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system.
If you do, both brake systems won’t work well,
or at all.
Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the
trailer brakes, so you’ll be able to install, adjust
and maintain them properly.
Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of
experience. Before setting out for the open road,
you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint
yourself with the feel of handling and braking with
the added weight of the trailer. And always
keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is
now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and
attachments, safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer
has electric brakes, start your vehicle and
trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake
controller by hand to be sure the brakes are
working. This lets you check your electrical
connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure
that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any
trailer brakes are still working.
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Trailer Wiring
Additional wire length has been provided for
connecting trailer wiring to your vehicle. A loop of
ve wires is stored below the jack, which is located
on the driver’s side of the cargo area. The wires are
fused in both the underhood and instrument fuse
block. SeeInstrument Panel Fuse Block on
page 410andUnderhood Fuse Block on page 411.The wires do not have a connector and should be
wired to the trailer by a quali ed electrical
technician. The technician can use the following
information when connecting a trailer wiring
harness to your vehicle.
Yellow: Left Turn Signal
Brown: Parking Lamps
Light Blue: Stop Lamps
Black: Ground Wire
Dark Green: Right Turn Signal
When connecting a trailer harness, be sure you
leave it loose enough so the wiring does not bend
or break, but not so loose that it drags on the
ground. Store harness below jack in the cargo area
when it is not in use. Wrap the harness together
and tie it neatly so it will not be damaged.
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Electrical System........................................ 409
Add-On Electrical Equipment..................... 409
Windshield Wiper Fuses............................ 409
Power Windows and Other Power
Options.................................................. 409Fuses and Circuit Breakers....................... 409
Instrument Panel Fuse Block..................... 410
Underhood Fuse Block.............................. 411
Capacities and Speci cations.................... 414
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Service
Your Saturn retailer knows your vehicle best and
wants you to be happy with it. We hope you
will go to your retailer for all your service needs.
You will get genuine Saturn parts and
Saturn-trained and supported service people.
We hope you will want to keep your Saturn vehicle
all Saturn.
Genuine Saturn parts have one of these marks.
Accessories and Modi cations
When you add non-Saturn accessories to your
vehicle they can affect your vehicle’s performance
and safety, including such things as, airbags,
braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions
systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic
systems like anti-lock brakes, traction control,
and stability control. Some of these accessories
may even cause malfunction or damage not
covered by warranty.
Saturn accessories are designed to complement
and function with other systems on your vehicle.
Your Saturn retailer can accessorize your vehicle
using genuine Saturn accessories. When you go to
your Saturn retailer and ask for Saturn accessories,
you will know that Saturn-trained and supported
service technicians will perform the work using
genuine Saturn accessories.
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To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly
counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if
the cap is released too soon, it will spring back
to the right.
{CAUTION:
Fuel can spray out on you if you open the
fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and
then something ignites it, you could be
badly burned. This spray can happen if
your tank is nearly full, and is more likely
in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly
and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then
unscrew the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or over ll
the tank and wait a few seconds after you have
nished pumping before removing the nozzle.
Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon
as possible. SeeWashing Your Vehicle on
page 402.When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise
until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed.
The diagnostic system can determine if the
fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
This would allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp
on page 175.{CAUTION:
If a re starts while you are refueling, do
not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ow
of fuel by shutting off the pump or by
notifying the station attendant. Leave the
area immediately.
Notice:If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to
get the right type. Your dealer/ retailer can
get one for you. If you get the wrong type,
it may not t properly. This may cause
your malfunction indicator lamp to light and
may damage your fuel tank and emissions
system. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp
on page 175.
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A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 324.
B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 318.
C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine
Oil” underEngine Oil on page 318.
D. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. SeeJump
Starting on page 348.
E. Brake/Clutch Cylinder Fluid. SeeBrakes on
page 343andHydraulic Clutch on page 331.F. Underhood Fuse Block. SeeUnderhood Fuse
Block on page 411.
G. Battery. SeeBattery on page 347.
H. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump
Starting on page 348.
I. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See “Checking
Coolant” underEngine Coolant on page 331.
J. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
“Adding Washer Fluid” underWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 341.
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