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2004 Saturn ION Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-29 Air Bag Systems ...1-50 Restraint System Check ...and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Headlamp Aiming ...5-47 Bulb Replacement ...5-48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-57 Tires ...5-58 Appearance Care ...5-87 Vehicle Identification ...5-94 Electrical System ...5-95 Capacities and Specifications ...5-102 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 ...
2004 Saturn ION Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-29 Air Bag Systems ...1-50 Restraint System Check ...and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Headlamp Aiming ...5-47 Bulb Replacement ...5-48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-57 Tires ...5-58 Appearance Care ...5-87 Vehicle Identification ...5-94 Electrical System ...5-95 Capacities and Specifications ...5-102 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 ...
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... ...3-39 Passlock® Warning Light ...3-40 Fuel Gage ...3-40 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-7 Horn ...3-7 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-8 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-11 Cruise Control ...3-12 Exterior Lamps ...3-15 Interior Lamps ...3-17 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-18 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-19 Climate Controls ...3-20 Climate Control...
... ...3-39 Passlock® Warning Light ...3-40 Fuel Gage ...3-40 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-7 Horn ...3-7 Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-8 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-11 Cruise Control ...3-12 Exterior Lamps ...3-15 Interior Lamps ...3-17 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-18 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-19 Climate Controls ...3-20 Climate Control...
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... (If Equipped)/Dimmer Switch. Cruise Control Switches. See Cruise Control on page 3-22 Climate Control System. L. M. Glove Box. B. C. Windshield Wiper Lever. E. Instrument Panel Cluster. H. K. See Climate Control System (Without Air Conditioning) on page 3-20 or Climate Control System (With ...Air Conditioning) on page 3-12. Horn. D. See Windshield Wiper Lever on page 2-44. 3-5 Hood Release. Climate Control System. See Glove Box on page 3-11 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Hazard ...
... (If Equipped)/Dimmer Switch. Cruise Control Switches. See Cruise Control on page 3-22 Climate Control System. L. M. Glove Box. B. C. Windshield Wiper Lever. E. Instrument Panel Cluster. H. K. See Climate Control System (Without Air Conditioning) on page 3-20 or Climate Control System (With ...Air Conditioning) on page 3-12. Horn. D. See Windshield Wiper Lever on page 2-44. 3-5 Hood Release. Climate Control System. See Glove Box on page 3-11 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Hazard ...
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...its original position. A circuit breaker will return to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw them . Put the lever in this position for 7 (Mist): Pull the lever down . For more cycles, hold the lever down before using them . Windshield Wiper Lever 9 (Off): Put the lever in this position to... turn off the wipers. & (Delay): Put the lever in this position to set a delay between wipes. The lever on the right...
...its original position. A circuit breaker will return to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw them . Put the lever in this position for 7 (Mist): Pull the lever down . For more cycles, hold the lever down before using them . Windshield Wiper Lever 9 (Off): Put the lever in this position to... turn off the wipers. & (Delay): Put the lever in this position to set a delay between wipes. The lever on the right...
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L (Washer Fluid): Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to decrease the speed when cruise is already active. 3-12 Washer fluid will squirt onto the windshield and the wipers will run for the cruise control are located on and off. The buttons for a few cycles ... or to clear the windshield. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your washer until the windshield is already active. Press this button to make the vehicle resume a previously set the speed or to operate the windshield wipers. Windshield Washer Cruise Control {CAUTION...
L (Washer Fluid): Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to decrease the speed when cruise is already active. 3-12 Washer fluid will squirt onto the windshield and the wipers will run for the cruise control are located on and off. The buttons for a few cycles ... or to clear the windshield. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your washer until the windshield is already active. Press this button to make the vehicle resume a previously set the speed or to operate the windshield wipers. Windshield Washer Cruise Control {CAUTION...
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... turn as on dry roads. The heavier the rain, the harder it harder to see . The surface may get even less traction. Even if your windshield wiper blades are tuned for driving on dry pavement. It is not as good as well because your tire-to-road traction is always wise to... fall while you will get wet suddenly when your reflexes are in good shape and keep your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of the road and even people walking. It is to see road signs and traffic signals...
... turn as on dry roads. The heavier the rain, the harder it harder to see . The surface may get even less traction. Even if your windshield wiper blades are tuned for driving on dry pavement. It is not as good as well because your tire-to-road traction is always wise to... fall while you will get wet suddenly when your reflexes are in good shape and keep your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of the road and even people walking. It is to see road signs and traffic signals...
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... in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in flated to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is something about highway hypnosis? Check your rearview mirrors and your... in less than a second, and you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some tips: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?
... in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in flated to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is something about highway hypnosis? Check your rearview mirrors and your... in less than a second, and you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some tips: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?
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...fication ...5-94 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-94 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-94 Electrical System ...5-95 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-95 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-95 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-95 Capacities and Specifications ...5-102...
...fication ...5-94 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-94 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-94 Electrical System ...5-95 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-95 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-95 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-95 Capacities and Specifications ...5-102...
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...removal/replacement while in different ways. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the wiper arm. 5. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clip from under Scheduled Maintenance on the wipers to remove the wiper blades: 1. Here's how to the low ...wipe setting. 2. The blades are removed in this position. 3. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at the outer positions of the wiper pattern. See "Windshield Wipers, Blade Check" under the blade connecting point and pull the old blade assembly down...
...removal/replacement while in different ways. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the wiper arm. 5. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clip from under Scheduled Maintenance on the wipers to remove the wiper blades: 1. Here's how to the low ...wipe setting. 2. The blades are removed in this position. 3. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at the outer positions of the wiper pattern. See "Windshield Wipers, Blade Check" under the blade connecting point and pull the old blade assembly down...
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... soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with mild soap and water. These brushes can take your wheels clean using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings,... then be on painted surfaces. Exterior painted surfaces are marked safe for painted surfaces to the wiper blades and affect their toll over a period of the windshield with water. 5-91 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you could damage the surface. If necessary, use...
... soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with mild soap and water. These brushes can take your wheels clean using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings,... then be on painted surfaces. Exterior painted surfaces are marked safe for painted surfaces to the wiper blades and affect their toll over a period of the windshield with water. 5-91 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you could damage the surface. If necessary, use...
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... a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the problem is fixed. When the current load is protected by a combination of fuses. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the...
... a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the problem is fixed. When the current load is protected by a combination of fuses. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the...
Owner's Manual
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... Climate Control Instrument Panel Cluster Cigar Lighter Radio Receiver, Entertainment Memory Radio Receiver, Entertainment Power Sunroof, OnStar Mirror Windshield Wipers and Washers, Transaxle Shift Lock Control Switch Instrument Panel, Dimming Switch Ignition Switch Headlamp Switch Auxiliary Power Outlet Fuses... Control Module (BCM) Entry Control, Trunk Release Usage Climate Control (HVAC Blower, Control Heads) Power Windows, Sunroof, Radio, Wiper/Washer Switch, Accessory Power Outlet Fuel Pump OnStar, Radio, Instrument Panel Cluster, Body Control Module (Entry Control), Cigar Lighter, Headlamp ...
... Climate Control Instrument Panel Cluster Cigar Lighter Radio Receiver, Entertainment Memory Radio Receiver, Entertainment Power Sunroof, OnStar Mirror Windshield Wipers and Washers, Transaxle Shift Lock Control Switch Instrument Panel, Dimming Switch Ignition Switch Headlamp Switch Auxiliary Power Outlet Fuses... Control Module (BCM) Entry Control, Trunk Release Usage Climate Control (HVAC Blower, Control Heads) Power Windows, Sunroof, Radio, Wiper/Washer Switch, Accessory Power Outlet Fuel Pump OnStar, Radio, Instrument Panel Cluster, Body Control Module (Entry Control), Cigar Lighter, Headlamp ...
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.... Reset oil life system. See footnote (j). If necessary, replace filter. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed additional services. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b)....Inspect restraint system components. See Tires on page 5-15. See footnote (d). Visually check for any needed . See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. Replace passenger compartment air filter. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See footnote †. Lubricate...
.... Reset oil life system. See footnote (j). If necessary, replace filter. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed additional services. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b)....Inspect restraint system components. See Tires on page 5-15. See footnote (d). Visually check for any needed . See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. Replace passenger compartment air filter. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See footnote †. Lubricate...
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...indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at least once a year. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. 6-8 Inspect...frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all pipes, fittings and clamps;... air bag coverings, and have it repaired. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with genuine Saturn parts as needed . Look for any components that might keep a safety belt system ...
...indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at least once a year. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. 6-8 Inspect...frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all pipes, fittings and clamps;... air bag coverings, and have it repaired. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with genuine Saturn parts as needed . Look for any components that might keep a safety belt system ...
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... Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ...5-89 Cleaning the Mirror ...2-39, 2-41 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ...5-89 Cleaning Tires ...5-92 Cleaning Vinyl ...5-89 Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-91 Climate Control System ...3-20, 3-22 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ...3-25 Outlet Adjustment ...3-24 Clutch, Hydraulic ...5-25 Compact Spare Tire ...5-86 Compass Calibration...
... Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ...5-89 Cleaning the Mirror ...2-39, 2-41 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ...5-89 Cleaning Tires ...5-92 Cleaning Vinyl ...5-89 Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades ...5-91 Climate Control System ...3-20, 3-22 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ...3-25 Outlet Adjustment ...3-24 Clutch, Hydraulic ...5-25 Compact Spare Tire ...5-86 Compass Calibration...
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... Driving with a Trailer ...4-43 E Electric Power Steering ...4-9 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...5-95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-95 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-95 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-95 Emergency Trunk Release Handle ...2-14 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...3-38 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Battery ...5-41 Change Oil Message ...3-43 Engine...
... Driving with a Trailer ...4-43 E Electric Power Steering ...4-9 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...5-95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-95 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-95 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-95 Emergency Trunk Release Handle ...2-14 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...3-38 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Battery ...5-41 Change Oil Message ...3-43 Engine...
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... ...3-71 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...5-75 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-76 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...5-24 Manual Transaxle ...5-25 Windshield Washer ...5-37 FM Stereo ...3-70 Fog Lamps ...3-17 Folding Rear Seat ...1-7 Folding Seatback, Passenger ...1-6 Following Distance ...4-43 Fuel... Gage ...3-40 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 Low Warning Message ...3-45 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-95 Windshield Wiper ...5-95 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-35 Fuel ...3-40 Speedometer ...3-29 Tachometer ...3-29 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Specifications ...
... ...3-71 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...5-75 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-76 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...5-24 Manual Transaxle ...5-25 Windshield Washer ...5-37 FM Stereo ...3-70 Fog Lamps ...3-17 Folding Rear Seat ...1-7 Folding Seatback, Passenger ...1-6 Following Distance ...4-43 Fuel... Gage ...3-40 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 Low Warning Message ...3-45 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-95 Windshield Wiper ...5-95 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-35 Fuel ...3-40 Speedometer ...3-29 Tachometer ...3-29 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Specifications ...
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Windows ...Manual ...Power ...Windshield Washer ...Fluid ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Fuses ...Windshield Wiper Lever ...Winter Driving ... 2-14 2-15 2-15 3-12 5-37 5-57 5-95 3-11 4-26 X XM™ XM™ XM™ (48 Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-71 Satellite Radio Service ...3-70 Satellite Radio Service Contiguous US States) ...3-55 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 16
Windows ...Manual ...Power ...Windshield Washer ...Fluid ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Fuses ...Windshield Wiper Lever ...Winter Driving ... 2-14 2-15 2-15 3-12 5-37 5-57 5-95 3-11 4-26 X XM™ XM™ XM™ (48 Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-71 Satellite Radio Service ...3-70 Satellite Radio Service Contiguous US States) ...3-55 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 16