Saturn 2005 Ion User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-9
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-10
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-30
Airbag System
......................................... 1-49
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-59
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
................................................. 2-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-15
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-16
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-31
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-38
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-39
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-41
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-25
Message Center
....................................... 3-39
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-44
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-34
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-46
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-47
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-55
Tires
...................................................... 5-56
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-83
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-92
Electrical System
...................................... 5-93
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-100
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
............................ 7-8
Index
.................................................................1
2005 Saturn ION Owner Manual M

Saturn 2005 Ion Specifications

General

Brand	Saturn
Model	2005 Ion
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Safety Belts

Information on proper usage, safety, and precautions for all occupants.

Child Restraints

Guidelines and systems for safely restraining infants and children.

Airbag System

Explanation of how airbags work, locations, and safety precautions.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explains the meaning and function of dashboard warning lights and gauges.

Message Center

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Defensive Driving

Braking

Critical information on stopping distances, reaction time, and ABS operation.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Fuel

Engine Oil

How to check and add engine oil, and selecting the correct oil type.

Tires

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance

Details on routine maintenance services, intervals, and types.

Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedures for reporting safety defects to government agencies and Saturn.