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Saturn 2007 Relay User Manual

Saturn 2007 Relay
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Driving on Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before
you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you
do not shift down, you might have to use your
brakes so much that they would get hot and
no longer work well.
If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than
1,000 lbs (450 kg), you may prefer to drive in
THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D) or, as you need
to, a lower gear. This will minimize heat build-up
and extend the life of your transaxle.
Parking on Hills
{CAUTION:
You really should not park your
vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.
If something goes wrong, your rig could
start to move. People can be injured,
and both your vehicle and the trailer can
be damaged.
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill,
do the following:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift
into PARK (P).
2. Have someone place chocks under the
trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release
the regular brakes until the chocks absorb
the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply
your parking brake, and shift into PARK (P).
5. Release the regular brakes.
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Saturn 2007 Relay Specifications

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BrandSaturn
Model2007 Relay
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Details about adjusting manual and power front seats, including heated seat features.

Rear Seats

Information on rear seat operation, bucket seats, and captain chairs, including fold/tumble features.

Safety Belts

Guidance on proper safety belt usage for everyone, including pregnant women and children.

Child Restraints

Information on selecting and using child restraints, including older children, infants, and LATCH systems.

Airbag System

Explains airbag locations, inflation, and what to expect after deployment.

Restraint System Check

How to check the proper functioning of safety belts and airbag covers.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Safety caution regarding leaving children in vehicles with keys.

Doors and Locks

Operation of door locks, power locks, and security features.

Windows

Operation of power windows, express-down, and manual rear quarter windows.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Vehicle security features like content theft-deterrent and PASS-Key® III.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

New vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and engine starting.

Mirrors

Adjusting manual rearview, power, convex, and heated outside mirrors.

OnStar® System

Overview of safety, security, and convenience services offered by OnStar®.

Universal Home Remote System

Programming the system for garage doors, security, and lighting.

Storage Areas

Locations and use of glove box, cupholders, console, and rear storage bins.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Diagram and list identifying main instrument panel components.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Function and operation of hazard warning flashers.

Horn

Instructions on how to operate the vehicle's horn.

Tilt Wheel

Adjusting the steering wheel for driver comfort and access.

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

Functions of the turn signal lever (signals, headlamps, wipers).

Turn and Lane-Change Signals

Proper use of turn signals and troubleshooting bulb issues.

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

Procedure to switch between low and high beam headlamps.

Flash-to-Pass

Using high beams to momentarily signal a pass.

Windshield Wipers

Operation of wipers (mist, off, delay settings).

Windshield Washer

Using the washer and cold-weather precautions.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer

Operation of rear wipers/washers and fluid checks.

Cruise Control

Operation, safety, and setting cruise control speed.

Exterior Lamps

Controls for exterior lighting (auto, parking lamps).

Wiper Activated Headlamps

Automatic headlamp activation with wipers.

Headlamps on Reminder

Warning chime for leaving lamps on with ignition locked.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System

Function of DRLs and automatic headlamps.

Instrument Panel Brightness

Adjusting illumination brightness.

Interior Lamps Control

Controls for interior lamps (override, door-activated).

Dome Lamp

Manual dome lamp operation and override.

Entry Lighting

Interior illumination upon unlocking.

Delayed Lighting

Interior lamps stay on after doors are closed.

Exit Lighting

Interior lamps on after key removal.

Front Reading Lamps

Location and operation of front reading lamps.

Rear Reading Lamps

Location and operation of rear reading lamps.

Cargo Lamp

Location and operation of the cargo lamp.

Electric Power Management

System managing battery voltage for performance.

Battery Run-Down Protection

Feature to prevent battery drain by turning off interior lamps.

Overhead Console Switchbank

Identifies switches in the overhead console.

Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)

System to aid parking by detecting objects behind the vehicle.

Accessory Power Outlet(s)

Location and usage of front and rear power outlets.

Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current

Details on the 115V AC outlet and its limitations.

Cigarette Lighter

Operation and cautions for the cigarette lighter.

Climate Controls

Introduction to climate control systems.

Climate Control System

Operation of climate controls (modes, fan speed).

Dual Climate Control System

Operation of the dual climate control system.

Outlet Adjustment

How to open/close air outlets and adjust airflow.

Rear Climate Control System (Option A, Uplevel)

Rear seat fan speed and temperature controls.

Rear Climate Control System (Option B, Uplevel)

Rear climate control operation with front controls.

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Location and replacement of the air filter.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Description of warning lights, gages, and indicators.

Instrument Panel Cluster

Overview of gauges and indicator lights.

Speedometer and Odometer

Function of speedometer and odometer.

Trip Odometer

Display and reset of trip odometers.

Tachometer

Function of the tachometer.

Safety Belt Reminder Light

Driver and passenger belt reminders.

Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light

Reminder for the front passenger to buckle belt.

Airbag Readiness Light

Status of airbag system and troubleshooting.

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

Status of passenger airbag (ON/OFF).

Charging System Light

Battery charging status and potential issues.

Brake System Warning Light

Alerts about potential issues with the brake system.

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

Indicates if the ABS system is not functioning properly.

Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light

Alerts for issues with the traction control system.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

Displays engine coolant temperature and indicates overheating.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Indicates engine, fuel, ignition, or emission system issues.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

General advice on safe driving practices and vehicle awareness.

Defensive Driving

Principles and techniques for anticipating hazards and driving defensively.

Drunken Driving

Dangers of alcohol impairment and its effects on driving.

Control of a Vehicle

Brakes, steering, and accelerator systems.

Braking

Perception, reaction time, and stopping distances.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

How the ABS system prevents skidding during braking.

Braking in Emergencies

Steering and braking simultaneously in emergencies.

Traction Control System (TCS)

System that limits wheel spin by reducing engine power or applying brakes.

StabiliTrak® System

Combines ABS, traction, and stability control for improved directional control.

Steering

Power steering and steering tips for curves.

Off-Road Recovery

Recovering vehicle if its right wheels drop off the road edge.

Passing

Tips and warnings for safely passing other vehicles.

Loss of Control

Factors leading to loss of vehicle control.

Skidding

Understanding and avoiding different types of skids.

Driving at Night

Tips for safer night driving, including vision and fatigue.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Precautions for driving in wet conditions due to reduced traction.

Hydroplaning

Explanation and avoidance of hydroplaning.

Driving Through Flowing Water

Cautions and tips for driving through flowing water.

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

Additional rainy weather driving tips.

City Driving

Strategies for increasing safety in city driving.

Freeway Driving

Rules and advice for freeway driving.

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Vehicle and driver preparation for long trips.

Highway Hypnosis

Driver fatigue and awareness on highways.

Hill and Mountain Roads

Tips for driving on steep roads.

Winter Driving

General tips and preparation for winter driving.

Driving on Snow or Ice

Advice for driving on slippery surfaces like snow and ice.

If You Are Caught in a Blizzard

Steps to summon help and stay safe if stranded in a blizzard.

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow

Methods for freeing a stuck vehicle, with caution.

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out

Technique for freeing a stuck vehicle by shifting gears.

Loading Your Vehicle

Information on vehicle weight capacity and proper loading.

Towing

General advice on towing and its impact on vehicle operation.

Towing Your Vehicle

Guidance on towing disabled and recreational vehicles.

Recreational Vehicle Towing

Types of recreational towing (dinghy and dolly towing).

Dinghy Towing

Towing with all wheels on the ground.

Dolly Towing

Steps for towing a vehicle using a dolly.

Level Control

Operation of automatic level control for load balancing.

Towing a Trailer

Safety precautions and advice for towing a trailer.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

General information about Saturn service and parts.

Accessories and Modifications

How adding accessories can affect performance and safety.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning about chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Doing Your Own Service Work

Cautions and advice for performing DIY maintenance.

Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle

How external additions affect airflow and performance.

Fuel

Information on recommended fuel types and additives.

Gasoline Octane

Guidance on selecting the correct octane rating for gasoline.

Gasoline Specifications

Minimum gasoline specs and MMT recommendations.

California Fuel

Fuel for vehicles certified to California emissions standards.

Additives

Information on fuel additives for cleaning.

Checking Things Under the Hood

Safety precautions and overview of under-hood items.

Hood Release

Procedure for opening the vehicle's hood.

Engine Compartment Overview

Diagram identifying components in the engine compartment.

Engine Oil

Information on engine oil levels and checking procedures.

Checking Engine Oil

Step-by-step guide for checking engine oil level.

When to Add Engine Oil

Guidance on how much and where to add oil.

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use

Recommendations for selecting correct engine oil viscosity and type.

Engine Oil Life System

System tracking engine oil life and alerting for changes.

When to Change Engine Oil

How the system indicates when an oil change is needed.

How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System

Procedure to reset the engine oil life system after oil change.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

When and how to inspect and replace the air cleaner filter.

When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Inspection intervals and replacement recommendations.

How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

Inspection and cleaning procedures.

Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Information on checking and changing transaxle fluid.

When to Check and Change Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Guidance on when to check and change transaxle fluid.

How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Procedure for checking automatic transaxle fluid level.

How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Instructions for adding transaxle fluid, including proper type.

Engine Coolant

Information on the type of coolant used and its properties.

What Engine Coolant to Use

Guidance on selecting the correct engine coolant mixture.

Checking Coolant

How to check coolant level in recovery tank and radiator.

Adding Coolant

Instructions for adding coolant to recovery tank and radiator.

Radiator Pressure Cap

Information on the radiator pressure cap and its importance.

Engine Overheating

Information on the coolant temperature gauge and related messages.

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

What to do if steam is observed coming from the engine.

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

Actions to take if an overheat warning appears without steam.

Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode

Emergency mode for driving with an overheated engine.

Cooling System

Overview of cooling system components and locations.

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank

Detailed steps for adding coolant to the recovery tank.

Power Steering Fluid

Location of reservoir and when to check fluid.

How to Check Power Steering Fluid

Procedure for checking power steering fluid level.

Windshield Washer Fluid

Guidance on selecting and adding washer fluid.

What Washer Fluid to Use

Advice on selecting washer fluid based on temperature.

Adding Washer Fluid

Instructions for adding washer fluid.

Brakes

Information on brake fluid and reasons for low fluid levels.

Brake Fluid

Details on DOT-3 brake fluid and why levels might decrease.

Brake Wear

How disc brake pads indicate wear and what to do.

Replacing Brake System Parts

Information on replacing brake system parts and using correct parts.

Battery

Information about the maintenance-free battery and components.

Vehicle Storage

Instructions for storing the vehicle to conserve battery life.

Jump Starting

Step-by-step guide for safely jump-starting the vehicle.

Bulb Replacement

Safety for halogen bulbs.

Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps

Replacing headlamp bulbs.

License Plate Lamp

Replacing license plate bulbs.

Replacement Bulbs

List of exterior lamp bulb numbers.

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Inspecting and replacing wiper blades.

Tires

General information about tires.

Tire Sidewall Labeling

Information molded into tire sidewall.

Tire Terminology and Definitions

Definitions of tire terms like air pressure, aspect ratio.

Inflation - Tire Pressure

Tire pressure requirements and how to check.

How to Check

Using a gage to check tire pressure.

High-Speed Operation

Tire pressure adjustments for high speeds.

Tire Inspection and Rotation

Tire rotation and inspection intervals.

When It Is Time for New Tires

Indicators for replacing tires.

Buying New Tires

GM recommendations for replacement tires.

Different Size Tires and Wheels

Effects of changing tire/wheel sizes on performance.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Explanation of UTQG ratings.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

When to check alignment and balance.

Wheel Replacement

Replacing bent or cracked wheels.

Accessory Inflator

Using the accessory inflator for tires and other items.

If a Tire Goes Flat

What to expect and do during a tire blowout.

Changing a Flat Tire

Safety precautions for changing a flat tire.

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

Location and removal of spare tire and tools.

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

Procedure to remove flat tire and install spare.

Secondary Latch System

System to prevent spare tire from falling off.

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools

Proper storage of spare tire and tools.

Storing the Flat or Spare Tire

How to store the spare tire correctly.

Storing the Tools

Procedure for storing the jack and tools.

Compact Spare Tire

Information on compact spare tire pressure and usage.

Appearance Care

Tips for maintaining the vehicle's interior and exterior appearance.

Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle

Guidance on cleaning interior surfaces like fabric, leather, and plastic.

Fabric/Carpet

Cleaning instructions for fabric and carpet surfaces.

Leather

Cleaning procedures for leather interior surfaces.

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces

Cleaning instructions for plastic and vinyl surfaces.

Care of Safety Belts

How to keep safety belts clean and dry.

Weatherstrips

Applying silicone grease to weatherstrips.

Washing Your Vehicle

Preserving the vehicle's paint finish by washing.

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses

Cleaning exterior lamps and lenses.

Finish Care

Waxing and polishing the paint finish.

Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades

Cleaning glass and wiper blades.

Aluminum Wheels

Cleaning aluminum and chrome-plated wheels.

Tires

Cleaning tires.

Sheet Metal Damage

Vehicle sheet metal repair.

Finish Damage

Repairing stone chips and scratches.

Underbody Maintenance

Flushing underbody chemicals.

Chemical Paint Spotting

Dealing with airborne pollutants affecting paint.

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

List of appearance care products.

Vehicle Identification

Information about the vehicle's VIN and labels.

Engine Identification

Identifying engine using the VIN code.

Service Parts Identification Label

Location of the service parts label.

Electrical System

Information about the vehicle's electrical system.

Add-On Electrical Equipment

Cautions for adding electrical equipment.

Headlamp Wiring

Protection of headlamp wiring.

Windshield Wiper Fuses

Fuses for the windshield wiper motor.

Power Windows and Other Power Options

Circuit breakers protecting power accessories.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Information on fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links.

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Location and access to the instrument panel fuse block.

Underhood Fuse Block

Location of the underhood fuse block.

Capacities and Specifications

Approximate capacities and specifications for vehicle systems.

Engine Specifications

Details about engine type, VIN, transaxle, and spark plug gap.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Introduction to maintenance intervals, checks, and requirements.

Introduction

Importance of maintaining proper engine oil level and changes.

Maintenance Requirements

Notice on following intervals, checks, and using specified parts/fluids.

Your Vehicle and the Environment

How proper maintenance impacts vehicle condition and the environment.

Using the Maintenance Schedule

Adapting the schedule based on driving habits and conditions.

Scheduled Maintenance

Details on Maintenance I and II services based on mileage or time.

Additional Required Services

Specific services required at indicated mileage intervals.

Maintenance Footnotes

Explanations and specific instructions for maintenance items.

Owner Checks and Services

Owner performed checks for safety and dependability.

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Overview of customer satisfaction procedures and Saturn's service commitment.

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to resolve concerns, starting with retail liaison and escalating.

Online Owner Center

Access vehicle info, service reminders, and retailer details via website.

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users

Contact information for hearing or speech-impaired customers using TDD/TTY.

Customer Assistance Offices

Contact addresses and numbers for Saturn Assistance and Roadside Service.

GM Mobility Reimbursement Program

Reimbursement for adaptive equipment for drivers/passengers with disabilities.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details on 24/7 roadside assistance services.

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders

Information on vehicle computer systems monitoring performance and storing data.

Collision Damage Repair

Advice on repairing collision damage using proper parts and technicians.

Collision Parts

Information on genuine GM collision parts versus aftermarket.

Repair Facility

Recommendations for choosing a collision repair facility.

Insuring Your Vehicle

Importance of comprehensive and collision insurance coverage.

If an Accident Occurs

Steps to take after being involved in a vehicle accident.

Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process

Taking an active role in the vehicle damage repair process.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to US/Canadian governments and Saturn.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

Information on contacting NHTSA regarding vehicle safety defects.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government

How to notify Transport Canada about vehicle safety defects.

Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn

How to contact Saturn Customer Assistance regarding safety defects.

Service Publications Ordering Information

How to obtain service manuals and technical publications.

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