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Saturn 2008 Sky User Manual

Saturn 2008 Sky
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Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-6
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-22
Airbag System
......................................... 1-36
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-50
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-6
Windows
................................................. 2-10
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-12
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-16
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-29
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-30
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-33
Convertible Top
....................................... 2-34
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-17
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-20
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-38
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-50
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-28
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-44
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-44
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-44
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-49
Tires
...................................................... 5-50
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-84
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-93
Electrical System
...................................... 5-94
Capacities and Specifications
..................... 5-99
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information
.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-14
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
........... 7-16
Index
................................................................ 1
2008 Saturn SKY Owner Manual M

Table of Contents

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Saturn 2008 Sky Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSaturn
Model2008 Sky
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Instructions for adjusting manual and power seats, including height and recline.

Safety Belts

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

Child Restraints

Information on selecting and using child restraint systems, including LATCH.

Airbag System

Explanation of airbag types, deployment, and safety precautions.

Restraint System Check

Procedures for checking the proper functioning of safety belts and airbags.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Information on vehicle keys, theft-deterrent systems, and replacement keys.

Doors and Locks

Details on manual and power door locks, delayed and automatic locking features.

Windows

Operation of power windows, including express-down feature and lockout button.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Information on content theft-deterrent alarm and PASS-Key III+ security system.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Guidelines for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting procedures.

Mirrors

Instructions for adjusting manual rearview and outside power mirrors for optimal visibility.

OnStar® System

Overview of OnStar services, operation, and available safety and convenience features.

Storage Areas

Description of glove box, cupholders, and center console storage compartments.

Convertible Top

Procedures for lowering and raising the manual convertible top safely and correctly.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Identification of main instrument panel components and their respective functions.

Climate Controls

Operation of heating, cooling, ventilation, and defogging systems for cabin comfort.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument panel.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

General advice on defensive driving, effects of drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Braking

Explanation of braking action, perception/reaction time, and stopping distances.

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

How ABS works, its operation during driving and emergencies to prevent skids.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Functionality of TCS to limit wheel spin, its operation, and how to turn it off.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

How ESC helps maintain directional control, its activation, and disabling options.

Steering

Information on power steering, steering tips, and emergency steering techniques.

Towing

Guidelines and restrictions regarding towing your vehicle or trailers.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Information on recommended service intervals, parts, and vehicle modifications.

Fuel

Details on recommended fuel types, octane ratings, additives, and proper fueling.

Checking Things Under the Hood

Guidance on checking various fluid levels and components under the hood for maintenance.

Tires

Information on tire maintenance, pressure checks, wear indicators, and replacement.

Appearance Care

Procedures for cleaning interior surfaces and maintaining the vehicle's exterior appearance.

Vehicle Identification

Locating Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and service parts identification labels.

Electrical System

Information on fuses, circuit breakers, and considerations for add-on electrical equipment.

Capacities and Specifications

Technical specifications and fluid capacities for the vehicle's various systems.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Introduction

Importance of regular maintenance for vehicle condition and environmental protection.

Maintenance Requirements

Necessity of following scheduled maintenance for warranty coverage and optimal vehicle condition.

Your Vehicle and the Environment

How proper maintenance benefits vehicle condition and helps protect the environment.

Using the Maintenance Schedule

Guidance on how driving habits and conditions affect required maintenance intervals.

Scheduled Maintenance

Details on Maintenance I and II schedules based on vehicle usage and time intervals.

Additional Required Services

Specific services required at different mileage intervals for optimal vehicle performance.

Maintenance Footnotes

Detailed explanations and specific instructions for various maintenance items.

Owner Checks and Services

Recommended owner checks and services for ensuring vehicle safety and performance.

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Saturn's commitment to customer satisfaction and the procedure for resolving concerns.

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedures for reporting safety defects to US/Canadian governments and Saturn.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on Event Data Recorders (EDR) and data privacy policies.

OnStar®

Information on OnStar services, data collection, terms, and subscription details.

Navigation System

Details on navigation system usage, data storage, and deletion instructions.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

Explanation of RFID technology used in vehicles for security and convenience functions.

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