Owner's Manual
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2004 Saturn L-Series Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-11 Child Restraints ...1-35 Air Bag Systems ...1-62 Restraint System Check ...1-72 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Windows ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-19 Mirrors ...2-33 OnStar® System ...2-40 Storage Areas ...2-41 Sunroof ...2-45 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Climate Controls ...3-17 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-25 Audio System(s) ...3-41 M...
2004 Saturn L-Series Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-11 Child Restraints ...1-35 Air Bag Systems ...1-62 Restraint System Check ...1-72 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Windows ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-18 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-19 Mirrors ...2-33 OnStar® System ...2-40 Storage Areas ...2-41 Sunroof ...2-45 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Climate Controls ...3-17 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-25 Audio System(s) ...3-41 M...
Owner's Manual
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... Display ...2-36 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...2-38 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-39 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-39 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-39 OnStar® System ...2-40 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-10 Delayed Locking ...2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-11 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-11 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-12 Trunk/Liftgate ...2-13 Windows ...2-16 Manual Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-17 Sun Visors ...2-18 Theft...
... Display ...2-36 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...2-38 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-39 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-39 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-39 OnStar® System ...2-40 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Power Door Locks ...2-10 Delayed Locking ...2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-11 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-11 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-12 Trunk/Liftgate ...2-13 Windows ...2-16 Manual Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-17 Sun Visors ...2-18 Theft...
Owner's Manual
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... the signal. You may need to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try this: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation With this feature. 2-5 See "Battery Replacement" and "Resynchronization" under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on programming this feature, you are still having trouble, see your vehicle. At times you lock the doors with your Saturn retailer or authorized service provider for the transmitter to work, try...
... the signal. You may need to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try this: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation With this feature. 2-5 See "Battery Replacement" and "Resynchronization" under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on programming this feature, you are still having trouble, see your vehicle. At times you lock the doors with your Saturn retailer or authorized service provider for the transmitter to work, try...
Owner's Manual
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... doors. The doors will not lock, and the remote keyless entry system will be overridden by pressing the lock button on the remote keyless entry, or the door lock switch, a second time. The unlocked door indicators on the manual door lock pins will not arm until all doors are closed the remote keyless entry system will sound three times to indicate a door is open during the arming process, you try to lock all of the doors. The delayed locking feature...
... doors. The doors will not lock, and the remote keyless entry system will be overridden by pressing the lock button on the remote keyless entry, or the door lock switch, a second time. The unlocked door indicators on the manual door lock pins will not arm until all doors are closed the remote keyless entry system will sound three times to indicate a door is open during the arming process, you try to lock all of the doors. The delayed locking feature...
Owner's Manual
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... the key is in the ignition and any door is open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following : 1. To cancel the rear door security lock, do the following : 1. Open the door from the inside. Insert the key into the slot next to remove the key from the outside . Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch, or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2.
... the key is in the ignition and any door is open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following : 1. To cancel the rear door security lock, do the following : 1. Open the door from the inside. Insert the key into the slot next to remove the key from the outside . Unlock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter, the front door power lock switch, or by lifting the rear door manual lock. 2.
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... automatic door unlocking feature. Press the liftgate button on your transmitter. The liftgate will force outside air into your vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-31. • Press the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter twice. Once the liftgate is unlocked, it clockwise to drive with the trunk or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the trunk...
... automatic door unlocking feature. Press the liftgate button on your transmitter. The liftgate will force outside air into your vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-31. • Press the unlock button on your remote keyless entry transmitter twice. Once the liftgate is unlocked, it clockwise to drive with the trunk or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the trunk...
Owner's Manual
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... visors down or to stop rear passengers from using their window switches. When you lift the cover the light will come on it impossible to normal window operation. Passlock® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with , fuel is off. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is equipped with the lock on for the driver and right front passenger. Window Lock Out The driver's window controls also include a lock-out switch...
... visors down or to stop rear passengers from using their window switches. When you lift the cover the light will come on it impossible to normal window operation. Passlock® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with , fuel is off. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is equipped with the lock on for the driver and right front passenger. Window Lock Out The driver's window controls also include a lock-out switch...
Owner's Manual
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... towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is located between the bucket seats. When parking your automatic transaxle into PARK (P). Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can press the release button. Parking Brake The parking brake lever is on, the brake system warning light will come on. 2-27 Pull the parking brake lever up on page 4-40 for more information. To set the parking brake before driving...
... towing a trailer and parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is located between the bucket seats. When parking your automatic transaxle into PARK (P). Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can press the release button. Parking Brake The parking brake lever is on, the brake system warning light will come on. 2-27 Pull the parking brake lever up on page 4-40 for more information. To set the parking brake before driving...
Owner's Manual
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... of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-73 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-73 3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-4 Other Warning Devices ...3-5 Horn ...3-5 Tilt Wheel ...3-5 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-6 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-8 Cruise Control ...3-10 Exterior Lamps ...3-13 Interior Lamps ...3-15 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-16 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-17 Climate Controls ...3-17 Climate Control System ...3-17 Automatic Climate Control System ...3-20 Outlet Adjustment ...3-24 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-24 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...
... of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-73 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-73 3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-4 Other Warning Devices ...3-5 Horn ...3-5 Tilt Wheel ...3-5 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-6 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-8 Cruise Control ...3-10 Exterior Lamps ...3-13 Interior Lamps ...3-15 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-16 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-17 Climate Controls ...3-17 Climate Control System ...3-17 Automatic Climate Control System ...3-20 Outlet Adjustment ...3-24 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-24 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...
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... Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. 3-24 3. Operation Tips • Clear away any leaves or other debris from air entering the Climate Control System. For the type of filter to change the direction of the airflow. It is located underneath the hood just below the windshield wiper arm on the air outlets to open the passenger compartment air filter access door...
... Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-4. 3-24 3. Operation Tips • Clear away any leaves or other debris from air entering the Climate Control System. For the type of filter to change the direction of the airflow. It is located underneath the hood just below the windshield wiper arm on the air outlets to open the passenger compartment air filter access door...
Owner's Manual
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... of spark plugs and the performance of improper fuel would not be hard to find. Never use of the emission control system may be driving. 5-7 Fuels containing MMT can corrode metal parts in your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company...
... of spark plugs and the performance of improper fuel would not be hard to find. Never use of the emission control system may be driving. 5-7 Fuels containing MMT can corrode metal parts in your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company...
Owner's Manual
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... have the warning, turn it cools down. Turn on your vehicle right away. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with no low coolant light, but to get service help right away. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. See Low Coolant Warning Light on a hot day. If you still have an air conditioner and...
... have the warning, turn it cools down. Turn on your vehicle right away. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with no low coolant light, but to get service help right away. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. See Low Coolant Warning Light on a hot day. If you still have an air conditioner and...
Owner's Manual
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...): The metric unit for the rear axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on a vehicle. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Some examples of an asymmetrical tire that is located between the...
...): The metric unit for the rear axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on a vehicle. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Some examples of an asymmetrical tire that is located between the...
Owner's Manual
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... that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of curb weight; Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for New Tires on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of a tire. Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire in which a tire can operate. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at the maximum permissible in...
... that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of curb weight; Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for New Tires on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of a tire. Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire in which a tire can operate. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at the maximum permissible in...
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...;ect actual "rolling" mileage and may be scheduled by mileage accumulated through both driving and towing, not to get all four wheels on page 5-98. 5-63 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear in the Index. If you can make wheel bolts become loose after a time. Don't include the compact spare tire in your Saturn vehicle with all the rust...
...;ect actual "rolling" mileage and may be scheduled by mileage accumulated through both driving and towing, not to get all four wheels on page 5-98. 5-63 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear in the Index. If you can make wheel bolts become loose after a time. Don't include the compact spare tire in your Saturn vehicle with all the rust...
Owner's Manual
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Fuses RADIO WIPER IGN 3 DEFOG LED BTSI/BCM/ MIRROR DIMMER RR COMP LP Usage Audio, OnStar , Rear Seat DVD (Option) Windshield Washers and Wipers (Front) Left Heated Seat Switch, Right Heated Seat Switch, Air Conditioning, Rear Defogger Relay Rear Defog LED Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock, Body Control Module, Power Mirror Dimmer Switch Trunk Compartment Lamp ® Relays RR DEFOG IGN 3 PARKLAMP HEADLAMP Rear Defogger Ignition Switch Park Lamps Headlamps Usage 5-93
Fuses RADIO WIPER IGN 3 DEFOG LED BTSI/BCM/ MIRROR DIMMER RR COMP LP Usage Audio, OnStar , Rear Seat DVD (Option) Windshield Washers and Wipers (Front) Left Heated Seat Switch, Right Heated Seat Switch, Air Conditioning, Rear Defogger Relay Rear Defog LED Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock, Body Control Module, Power Mirror Dimmer Switch Trunk Compartment Lamp ® Relays RR DEFOG IGN 3 PARKLAMP HEADLAMP Rear Defogger Ignition Switch Park Lamps Headlamps Usage 5-93
Owner's Manual
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... the Air Bags? ...1-64 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-20 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...7-8 AM ...3-71 AM-FM Radio ...3-42 Antenna, Fixed Mast ...3-73 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-7 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ...3-31 Appearance Care ...5-82 Care of Safety Belts ...5-85 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-88 Appearance Care (cont.) Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ...Finish Damage ...Sheet Metal Damage ...Underbody Maintenance ...Vehicle...
... the Air Bags? ...1-64 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-20 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...7-8 AM ...3-71 AM-FM Radio ...3-42 Antenna, Fixed Mast ...3-73 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-7 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ...3-31 Appearance Care ...5-82 Care of Safety Belts ...5-85 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-88 Appearance Care (cont.) Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ...Finish Damage ...Sheet Metal Damage ...Underbody Maintenance ...Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Power Windows and Other Power Options ...Windshield Wiper Fuses ...Emergency Trunk Release Handle (Sedan) ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Battery ...Change Engine Oil Light ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Oil ...Overheating ...Reduced Power Light ...Starting ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing ...Engine Oil Additives ...Entry Lighting ...5-91...
... ...Power Windows and Other Power Options ...Windshield Wiper Fuses ...Emergency Trunk Release Handle (Sedan) ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Battery ...Change Engine Oil Light ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Oil ...Overheating ...Reduced Power Light ...Starting ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing ...Engine Oil Additives ...Entry Lighting ...5-91...
Owner's Manual
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...28 Rear Seat Passenger Positions (Sedan) ...1-25 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-25 Rear Window Defogger ...3-20, 3-23 Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Wagon) ...3-9 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Compass and Temperature Display ...2-36 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display ...2-34 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-33 Rearview Mirrors ...2-33 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-32 Reduced Engine Power Light ...3-38 Remote Control ...3-64 Remote Keyless Entry System...
...28 Rear Seat Passenger Positions (Sedan) ...1-25 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-25 Rear Window Defogger ...3-20, 3-23 Rear Window Wiper/Washer (Wagon) ...3-9 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Compass and Temperature Display ...2-36 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display ...2-34 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-33 Rearview Mirrors ...2-33 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-32 Reduced Engine Power Light ...3-38 Remote Control ...3-64 Remote Keyless Entry System...
Owner's Manual
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... Metal Damage ...5-87 Shift Lock Release ...2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-28 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...1-19 Skidding ...4-14 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ...4-20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ...5-83 Specifications, Capacities ...5-98 Speedometer ...3-27 Split Folding Rear Seat ...1-8 Starting Your Engine ...2-21 Steering ...4-10 Steering in Emergencies ...4-11 Steering Tips ...4-10 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-5 Stereo RCA Jacks ...3-60 12 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...Glove...
... Metal Damage ...5-87 Shift Lock Release ...2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-28 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...1-19 Skidding ...4-14 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ...4-20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ...5-83 Specifications, Capacities ...5-98 Speedometer ...3-27 Split Folding Rear Seat ...1-8 Starting Your Engine ...2-21 Steering ...4-10 Steering in Emergencies ...4-11 Steering Tips ...4-10 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-5 Stereo RCA Jacks ...3-60 12 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...Glove...
