DRIVER INFORMATION
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Vehicle Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Driver Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
SAFETY & SECURITY
Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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OnStar
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Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . .7
Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
COMFORT
Seat Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Adjustable Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
ENTERTAINMENT
Audio System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
XM Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Multiple-Disc CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
CONVENIENCE
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Speed-Sensitive Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . .15
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Map Pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE
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StabiliTrak
– Stability Control System . . . . . . .16
Manual Transmission Operating Tips . . . . . . . .16
Automatic Transmission Operating Tips . . . . .16
Closing the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Operating the Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Car Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Premium Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Tire Inflator Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Towing and Dinghy Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Resetting the Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
OWNER INFORMATION
Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
My Saturn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Congratulations on your purchase of a Saturn SKY. Please read this information and your Owner Manual to ensure an
outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet.
Keep this booklet in your Owner Manual for easy reference.
A. Side Window Air Outlets
B. Air Outlets
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Cruise Control Buttons
E. Instrument Cluster
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(if equipped)
G. Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
H. Hazard Warning Flashers Button
I. Climate Controls
J. Hood Release Lever
K. Fog Lamp Button
L. Instrument Panel Brightness
Control
M.Adjustable Steering Wheel Lever
N. Driver Information Center Controls
O. Horn
P. Passenger Air Bag Status
Indicator
Q. Audio System
R. Shift Lever
S. Cupholder
T. Trunk Release Button
(in Glove Box)
U. Glove Box
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Instrument Panel
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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Your vehicle’s instrument panel is equipped with
this cluster or one very similar to it.
The instrument panel cluster includes these key
features:
A. Speedometer
B. Fuel Gauge
C. Warning Lights
D. Tachometer
E. Odometer/Driver Information Center Display
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See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Note: The instrument panel cluster is designed to
let you know about many important aspects of your
vehicle’s operation. It is important to read your
Owner Manual and become familiar with the information being relayed to you by the lights, gauges
and indicators, as well as what action can be taken
to ensure safety and to prevent damage.
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Vehicle Symbols
Following are examples of symbols you
may find on your vehicle. It is important
to become familiar with them, as they
alert you to various vehicle operating
conditions.
Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Conditioning (A/C)
Antilock Brake System
Warning Light
Cruise Control Set
DIC Info Button
DIC Reset Button
Headlamps
Driver Information Center
Your vehicle’s Driver Information Center
(DIC) provides vehicle information, vehicle warning messages and vehicle feature personalization. The DIC messages
will be shown on your instrument panel
cluster display.
Low Fuel Warning Light
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light)
Off
Off/On
On
Rear Window Defogger
Reduced Engine Power
Warning Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light
Security Light
Service Vehicle Soon Warning
Light
Trunk Ajar Light
To operate the DIC, the ignition switch
must be on. The DIC is controlled
through two buttons, located on the left
side of the steering wheel, that feature
the following functions:
(Information): Press this button
to scroll through the following vehicle
information:
• Odometer
or Trip B Odometer
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• Fuel Range (until empty)
• Average Fuel Economy
• Average Vehicle Speed
• Oil Life (remaining useful oil life)
• Engine Coolant Temperature
• Boost (if equipped) — If your vehicle
has this feature, press the button
until BOOST is displayed. This mode
shows a graphic that indicates the
amount of boost the engine is receiving in either pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa).
(Reset): Press this button to reset
some vehicle information, select a personalization setting or acknowledge
a warning message.
Vehicle Feature Personalization
Personalization features include the following (note that the first setting listed
under each feature is the default factory
setting):
• UNITS
– English
– Metric
• OIL LIFE RESET
• LOCK HORN (Horn chirp during
Remote Keyless Entry locking)
– Off
–On
• UNLOCK HORN (Horn chirp during
Remote Keyless Entry unlocking)
–Off
–On
A variety of your vehicle’s features can
be personalized to your preference. To
personalize features:
1. The vehicle must be stopped to
access the personalization menu.
Press and hold both the and
buttons for several seconds, and then
release to enter the personalization
menu.
2. Press the button to scroll through
the available personalization features.
3. Press the button to toggle
between the available settings for
each feature.
4. Press the button to record your
selection and move to the next
feature.
• LIGHT FLASH (Exterior light flash
during Remote Keyless Entry locking
or unlocking)
–On
– Off
• DELAY LOCK (Delays locking the
vehicle for five seconds after the last
door is closed)
–On
–Off
• AUTO UNLK (Automatically unlocks
the vehicle doors)
– All
– Driver
– None
• UNLK (Determines when Auto Unlock
will occur; automatic transmission
only)
– Shift to Park
– Key Off
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• EXT LIGHTS (Exterior perimeter lighting during Remote Keyless Entry
unlock)
–On
–Off
• LANGUAGE
– English
– French
– Spanish
– German
Warnings and Messages
If a problem is sensed in one of your
vehicle’s systems, a warning or message will appear in the DIC display (see
your Owner Manual for a complete list of
possible warnings and messages).
After a warning or message appears,
press either the or button to
clear the display screen for further use.
Remember, acknowledging the message
only makes the message disappear; it
does not resolve the problem.
If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar
and a warning message appears, you
can press the blue OnStar button and
speak to an OnStar Advisor. In many
vehicles, OnStar Advisors can access
certain diagnostic information and can
tell you how serious the problem is and
what you should do about it.
Note: Your vehicle’s warnings and messages provide critical information that
can prevent damage to your vehicle.
Review your Owner Manual to become
familiar with the information displayed
and the action required.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
SAFETY & SECURITY
Remote Keyless Entry
The Remote
Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter includes
the following
functions:
(Lock):
Press this button
when both doors
are closed to immediately lock them.
The interior lamps will also turn off. If
enabled through the Driver Information
Center (DIC), the parking lamps will
flash and/or the horn will chirp to indicate locking has occurred.
If the Lock button is pressed while any
door is open and the Delayed Lock feature is enabled, the doors will not lock.
Instead, a chime will sound. After both
doors are closed, the doors will lock. To
cancel this delay, press the Lock button
a second time within five seconds.
(Unlock): Press this button to
unlock the driver’s door. If the button is
pressed again within five seconds, the
passenger’s door will unlock. The interior lamps will illuminate and remain on
for 20 seconds or until the ignition is
turned on. If enabled through the DIC,
the parking lamps will flash and the
horn will chirp to indicate unlocking has
occurred.
(Trunk/Buttress Release): Press
this button to release the trunk lid and
convertible top buttress. You can open
the trunk with the transmitter when the
vehicle is stationary.
The trunk and buttress may also be
opened using the Trunk Release button
located in the glove box.
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(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):
Press and hold this button for approximately one second to locate your vehicle. The horn will sound three times and
the parking lamps will flash three times.
To sound the panic alarm, press and
hold the button for three seconds. The
horn will sound and the parking lamps
will flash for 30 seconds. Press the button again or turn the ignition key to any
position to cancel the panic alarm.
The vehicle must be turned off to use
the vehicle locator/panic alarm feature.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
OnStar® (if equipped)
The OnStar system provides in-vehicle
safety, security and communications
services, available 24 hours a day, 7
days a week. These services are easily
accessed through the three OnStar buttons in your vehicle.
Note: Because the interior of a convertible may not be as quiet as a fixed roof
vehicle, please note the following guidelines when using the OnStar speech
recognition function and when speaking
to an OnStar Advisor:
• Reduce background noise by raising
the convertible top or windows, or by
slowing down or stopping the vehicle.
• Speak clearly and naturally, and louder if necessary, when using handsfree calling.
• Say each digit separately and continuously when speaking phone numbers.
For more information about OnStar features, refer to the OnStar Owner’s Guide
and enclosed audio CD located in your
glove box.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Automatic Door Locks
For your safety, all power door locks will
lock automatically when the shift lever is
moved out of Park with an automatic
transmission, or when the vehicle speed
is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h) with a
manual transmission.
This feature cannot be disabled; however,
you can personalize the unlock features
using the Driver Information Center.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Passenger Air Bag Status
Indicator
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Passenger Sensing System located in
the passenger seat for the passenger’s
front air bag, and a passenger air bag
status indicator located on the center of
the instrument panel.
See Sections 1 and 3 of your Owner Manual.
Emergency Trunk Release
The trunk lid can
be opened from
inside the trunk
by pulling on the
emergency trunk
release handle
located on the
driver
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual
’s side of the trunk.
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COMFORT
Seat Adjustments
Seat Position Adjuster
To move the seats forward or rearward,
lift and hold the lever under the front of
each seat and manually slide the seat.
Release the lever to lock the seat in
place. Try to move the seat to ensure it
is locked in place.
Seatback Recliner
Adjustable Steering Wheel
To adjust the position of the steering
wheel:
1. Pull down the lever located on the left
side of the steering column.
2. Adjust the wheel to a comfortable
position. The wheel can be moved up
or down.
To recline the front seatbacks, rotate
the knob on the outboard side of the
seat until the seatback is in the desired
position.
Seatback Latch
To fold the seatback forward, pull up the
latch near the top outboard side of the
seatback. This provides access to the
seatback map pocket.
3. Push the lever all the way up to lock
the wheel in place.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
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Climate Controls
ABC
Temperature Control
Turn the temperature control knob (A) to
raise or lower the temperature setting.
HVAC Flow-Through
Your vehicle has flow-through ventilation
that allows outside air to be forced
through your ventilation system when
your vehicle is moving. Outside air will
also enter the vehicle when the fan is
running. Flow-through ventilation can be
stopped in vent and bi-level modes by
pressing the recirculation button.
(Air Conditioning): Press the tem-
perature control knob to turn the air conditioning system on or off. The indicator
light will flash three times and the air
conditioning system will not function if
the fan is turned off.
Fan Speed
Turn the fan speed control knob (B) to
increase or decrease fan speed.
Airflow Modes
Turn the airflow control knob (C) to one
of the following modes to change the
direction of the airflow:
(Vent): This mode directs air to the
instrument panel outlets. Recirculation is
available in this mode.
(Bi-Level): This mode directs air to
the instrument panel outlets and floor
outlets. Recirculation is available in this
mode.
(Floor): This mode directs most of
the air to the floor outlets and some air
to the side window outlets and windshield. Recirculation is not available in
this mode.
(Defog): This mode directs air to
the windshield, side window outlets and
floor outlets. Recirculation is not available in this mode.
(Defrost): This mode directs most
of the air to the windshield and some air
to the side window outlets. Recirculation
is not available in this mode.
(Rear Window Defogger): Press
the airflow control knob to turn the rear
window defogger on or off. The defogger
will shut off automatically after a set
period of time. However, if vehicle speed
is greater than 50 mph (80 km/h) and
the rear defogger is active, it will remain
on as long as the speed is greater than
50 mph (80 km/h).
(Off): Turn the fan speed control
knob to this position to turn off the
system.
(Recirculation): Press the fan
speed control knob to turn the recirculation mode on or off. This mode will recirculate inside air throughout the passenger compartment and keep outside air
from coming in.
Note: Do not use the rear window defogger when the convertible top is stowed.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Audio System Features
While most of the features on your radio
will look familiar, the following are some
that may be new:
(Power/Volume): Press this knob to
turn the system on or off. Turn the knob
to adjust the volume.
(Information): Press this button to
toggle the radio display between station
frequency and time. If equipped, it will
also display additional text information
related to the current FM-RDS or XM
station, or MP3 song.
(Tune): Turn this knob to select radio
stations or, when a CD is playing, to
select a track or MP3 file.
Press the knob to display the tone control (bass/treble) or speaker control (balance/fade) setting. Press the pushbutton
under the desired label on the display.
Turn the knob to adjust the setting.
this button to switch between radio and
CD/portable audio player operation.
(Seek/Scan): Press the right or left
arrow button to go to the next or previous radio station or, when a CD is playing, to the next track or MP3 file or the
start of the current track or MP3 file.
To enter the scan mode, press and hold
either arrow button for a few seconds (a
beep will sound). Radio stations will be
scanned. Press either arrow button
again to stop scanning.
(Reverse): Press and hold this
button to reverse playback quickly within
a track or MP3 file.
(Forward): Press and hold this
button to advance playback quickly within a track or MP3 file.
CD/AUX: Press this button to play a CD
instead of the radio. Press again and the
system will automatically search for a
portable audio player connected to the
auxiliary input jack.
RDM (Random): Press this button to
play CD tracks in random order. Press
again to turn off random play.
RPT (Repeat): Press this button to hear
the current CD track again. Press again
to turn off repeat play.
EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press
this button to select preset equalization
settings.
(Balance/Fade): Press this button,
or the Tune knob, to adjust the speaker
control. Adjust the setting using the Tune
knob, or SEEK, FWD or REV button.
BAND: Press this button to switch to
FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 and XM2 (if
equipped). With a CD loaded or a
portable audio player connected, press
CAT (Category) (if equipped): Press
this button to find XM stations within a
desired category.
Setting Preset or Favorite Stations
Before setting your preset or favorite
stations, shift the vehicle into Park
(automatic transmission) or into Neutral
and set the parking brake (manual
transmission).
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Note: Choosing to engage in extended
searching for specific audio stations or
songs by using buttons and knobs — or
to give extended attention to entertainment tasks — can lead you to look
away from the road frequently or longer
than usual. Looking away from the road
for prolonged periods may cause you to
miss seeing things on the road that you
need to see. Be sure to keep your eyes
on the road and mind on the drive —
and avoid engaging in extended searching for specific items while driving.
To preset up to 18 stations (Base radio):
1. Turn on the radio.
2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2 or
AM.
3. Tune in the desired radio station.
4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until a beep
sounds to store the station.
Setting Favorite Stations
(Uplevel radios, if equipped)
FAV (Favorite): Press this button to go
through up to six pages of any combination (AM, FM, or XM, if equipped) of
favorite radio stations. On each page, up
to six stations are available by using the
six pushbuttons below the radio station
frequency labels on the radio display.
1. Press the MENU button to display the
radio setup menu.
2. Press the pushbutton located
below the FAV 1–6 label on the
radio display.
3. Select the desired number of favorite
station pages.
4. Press the FAV button. You may now
begin storing your favorite stations for
the chosen number of pages.
To store favorite stations:
1. Tune in the desired radio station.
2. Press the FAV button to display the
page where the station is to be stored.
3. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons until a beep sounds to store
the station.
4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton
on each page.
Setting the Speed Compensated
Volume (if equipped)
With Speed Compensated Volume, the
radio automatically adjusts the volume
to compensate for road noise as vehicle
speed changes.
To set Speed Compensated Volume:
1. Adjust the radio volume to the
desired level.
To set up the number of favorite station
pages:
2. Press the MENU button to display the
radio setup menu.
3. Press the pushbutton below the auto
volume label on the radio display.
4. Press the pushbutton under the
desired setting label (Off, Low,
Medium or High) to select the level
of compensation.
5. The compensation will be set
once the display times out after
10 seconds.
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Setting the Time
To set the time (without date display):
1. Press the (Clock) button until the
hour numbers begin flashing on the
radio display. Press the button again
to adjust the minute numbers.
2. With either the hour or minute numbers flashing, use the (Tune) knob
to select the time.
3. Press the Clock button again to set
the currently displayed time.
To set the time (with date display, if
equipped):
1. Turn on the radio.
2. Press the (Clock) button. Or, if
equipped, press the MENU button
until the clock option is displayed;
and then press the pushbutton located under the clock option label. The
HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY labels will
appear on the display.
MP3 Capability (if equipped)
If your AM/FM stereo with CD has MP3
playing capability, a CD-R or CD-RW
containing MP3 audio tracks will play
automatically when inserted into the CD
player. An MP3 symbol will be displayed.
Radio Data System (if equipped)
When you tune to a Radio Data System
(RDS) station, the station name and call
letters will appear on the display instead
of the frequency. RDS stations may also
provide the time of day, a program type
for current programming and the name
of the program being broadcast.
RDS features are available for use only
on FM stations that broadcast RDS
information. RDS relies on receiving
specific information from these stations
and will work only when the information
is available.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
3. Press the pushbutton under any of
the labels to be changed.
4. Press the pushbutton again, the right
SEEK arrow or the FWD button to
increase the numbers. Press the left
SEEK arrow or the REV button to
decrease the numbers. Rotating the
(Tune) knob also will increase or
decrease the selected label.
5. Press the Clock or MENU button
again to set the currently displayed
time and date.
Portable Audio Player
A portable audio player can be connected to the auxiliary input jack located on
the radio. When connected, the audio
system automatically begins playing
audio from the portable device over the
vehicle speakers.
XM Satellite Radio (if equipped)
XM Satellite Radio offers more than 160
channels of digital-quality sound that
goes wherever you go — coast to coast.
XM displays song title, artist and entertainment genre.
Activation fee and service subscription
are extra. Service is based in the 48
contiguous U.S. states and Canada.
For more information, visit XM online at
www.XMradio.com or call 1-800-852XMXM (9696).
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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Multiple-Disc CD Player
(if equipped)
With the in-dash 6-disc CD player, note
that you cannot directly load a CD as in
single-play systems.
To load a single CD:
• Press and release the LOAD
button. Wait for the display prompt to
load the CD.
To load multiple CDs:
• Press and hold the LOAD button
for two seconds. Follow the display
prompts to load each CD. Press the
LOAD button again to cancel
loading more CDs.
To play a specific CD:
• Press the pushbutton below the arrow
label on the display to select the
desired CD number.
To eject a CD:
• To eject the CD that is currently playing, press the EJECT button
once.
• To eject all CDs, press and hold the
EJECT button for two seconds.
Note: CDs with any affixed labels may
jam in the CD player. Label a CD using
a permanent marker. If more than one
CD is inserted into the slot at one time,
or if scratched or damaged CDs are
played, the CD player could be damaged. When using the CD player, use
only CDs in good condition without
labels; load one CD at a time; and keep
the CD player and the loading slot free
of foreign materials, liquids or debris.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(if equipped)
The following
audio controls
are located on
the steering
wheel:
+ – (Volume):
Press the
plus or minus
button to
increase or
decrease the volume.
(Seek/Scan): Press the up or
down arrow to go to the next or previous
preset radio station or, when a CD is
playing, to the next or previous track.
Press and hold the up or down arrow for
one second to advance to the next or
previous radio station in the selected
band or, when a CD is playing, to the
next or previous track on the CD.
(Mute/Voice Activation): Press this
button to silence the system. Press the
button again to turn on the sound.
If a CD is not removed after several seconds, it will automatically be pulled back
into the player.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Press and hold the button for two seconds to interact with the OnStar system.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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CONVENIENCE
Automatic Headlamp System
Your vehicle is equipped with an
Automatic Headlamp System, which
turns on the Daytime Running Lamps
during the day and the headlamps and
other exterior lamps at night or when
necessary. The headlamps also will turn
on if the wipers are on for more than 15
seconds.
The system uses a light sensor, located
on top of the instrument panel, to determine light conditions. For proper operation, avoid placing any object on or near
the sensor.
Exterior Lamp Control Switch
The exterior lamps can be operated
manually using the control switch on the
lever to the left of the steering column.
The switch can be rotated to each of the
following positions:
(On/Off): When operating in the
AUTO position, a momentary turn of
the lamp control switch to the position will turn off the Automatic Headlamp
System. The Driver Information Center
will display an Auto Lights Off message.
To activate the Automatic Headlamp
System, turn the switch to the position again. An Auto Lights On message
will be displayed. The Automatic
Headlamp System is always turned on
when the vehicle is started.
The Daytime Running Lamps will turn off
when the vehicle is shifted into Park
(automatic transmission) or the parking
brake is set (manual transmission). The
Daytime Running Lamps will be off if the
parking brake is applied when the vehicle is started, but will not turn off when
the parking brake is applied after the
vehicle has been moving.
(Fog
Lamps): Press
this button on
the left side of
the instrument
panel to turn
the fog lamps
on or off.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
(Headlamps): This position turns
on the headlamps, parking lamps and
taillamps.
(Parking Lamps): This position
turns on the parking lamps and taillamps
only.
AUTO (Automatic Lamp Control): This
position automatically turns on Daytime
Running Lamps in the daytime, and
headlamps, parking lamps and taillamps
at night or when necessary
.
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Speed-Sensitive Windshield
Wipers
The windshield wipers lever is located to
the right of the steering column. The
headlamps and parking lamps will turn
on if the wipers are on for more than 15
seconds. The lever can be moved to the
following positions:
(Mist): Move the lever down to this
position to turn the wipers on for a single
wipe. Hold the lever at this position for
additional wipes.
(Off): This position turns off the
windshield wipers.
(Intermittent): Move the lever up to
this position to have the wipers adjust
with your vehicle speed. Your wiper
speed will increase as you drive faster
and decrease when you slow down.
Rotate the speed-sensitive intermittent
adjustment band on the lever to increase
or decrease the delay between intermittent wipes. Rotating the band higher
increases the frequency of the wipes.
(Low): Move the lever up to this
position to turn on the wipers to the low
speed setting.
(High): Move the lever up to this
position to turn on the wipers to the high
speed setting.
(Windshield Washer): Push the
button on the end of the wipers lever to
spray washer fluid on the windshield.
Cruise Control (if equipped)
The cruise
control buttons, located
on the steering wheel,
feature the
following
functions:
(On/Off):
Press this button to turn the cruise
control system on or off.
RES + (Resume): Press this button to
resume a set speed, or to increase the
speed if the system is set.
SET – (Set): Press this button to set a
speed, or to decrease the speed if the
system is set.
When the cruise control speed is set,
the Driver Information Center will display
the Cruise Engaged message.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Map Pockets
Map pockets
are located
on the front
seat cushions as well
as the seatbacks of both
seats. Lift the
latch near the top of the seatback to
release the seat and fold it forward for
access to the seatback map pocket.
There also is a netted storage area
s seat.
behind the driver
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
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See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE
moving forward could damage the
transmission.
StabiliTrak®– Stability Control
System (if equipped)
If you find it difficult to shift into Reverse,
return the shift lever to Neutral and
release the clutch pedal; then depress
StabiliTrak is an advanced computercontrolled vehicle stability and traction
enhancement system that assists
the clutch pedal again and shift into
Reverse.
Parking the Vehicle
with directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. It turns on
automatically every time you start
your vehicle.
When parking your vehicle, shift the
manual transmission into 1st or Reverse
and set the parking brake. These are the
best positions for parking a manual
To limit wheelspin and help maintain
transmission-equipped vehicle.
directional control, you should always
leave the system on. If your vehicle
becomes stuck and rocking the vehicle
is required, the system should be
turned off.
To turn off the system, press the
StabiliTrak button located in front of the
shifter, next to the Passenger Air Bag
Status Indicator. When the system is
turned off, the StabiliTrak light on the
instrument panel cluster will illuminate.
Press the button again to turn the system back on.
See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.
Rear Axle
Your SKY may be equipped with a limited slip rear differential. This optional differential is designed to provide maximum power and performance.
The SKY driveline is designed to transmit maximum engine torque to the rear
wheels, as efficiently as possible, which
greatly enhances handling and acceleration capabilities.
During an abrupt torque transfer (e.g.,
1st to 2nd gearshift at low engine
speeds, or abrupt de-clutching) you may
notice an audible feedback noise that
could be interpreted as a clunking or
Manual Transmission Operating
Tips (if equipped)
Starting the Engine
rattling noise. This audible feedback
noise is normal and will not compromise
the reliability of the clutch, transmission
or differential.
To start the engine, you must hold the
clutch pedal all the way down to the
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
floor before turning the key; otherwise,
the engine will not start. The shift lever
also should be in Neutral and the park-
Automatic Transmission
Operating Tips (if equipped)
ing brake should be engaged.
Reverse Operation
When shifting into Reverse, bring your
vehicle to a complete stop. Trying to
engage Reverse with the vehicle still
The shift indicator positions on the automatic transmission are PRND4IL.
Automatic Overdrive (D) is the best position for normal driving. When driving on
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hilly, winding roads and engine braking
is needed, use the Intermediate (I) position. The Low (L) position can be used
when driving slowly on very steep hills,
or in snow or mud.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Closing the Hood
Note: To avoid hood and door damage,
close both doors before closing the
hood.
Operating the Convertible Top
Note: Do not lower or raise the convert-
ible top while the vehicle is in motion.
6. Push evenly on the center of the top
to ensure that it is fully retracted and
securely stored.
7. Close the trunk lid.
Raising the Convertible Top
To raise the convertible top:
1. With an automatic transmission in
Park, or a manual transmission in 1st
or Reverse and the parking brake
set, lower the windows and then turn
off the ignition.
2. Open the trunk lid.
Lowering the Convertible Top
To lower the convertible top:
1. With an automatic transmission in
Park, or a manual transmission in 1st
or Reverse and the parking brake set,
turn off the ignition.
2. Open the trunk lid.
3. Unlock the convertible top front latch,
located above the inside rearview
mirror, by pulling it down and turning
counterclockwise.
Note: Leave the latch in its fully rotated
open position to prevent damage when
storing the top.
4. Pull rearward on the side edge of the
convertible top and pull it off the
windshield frame.
3. Pull the convertible top forward by
firmly gripping the side edge and
applying a brisk upward and forward
motion to get the top in the full-up
position.
4. Pull the front edge of the convertible
top forward from the outside of the
vehicle, or push the front edge of the
convertible top forward from the
inside of the vehicle.
5. Turn the top front latch handle clockwise to latch the convertible top.
6. Close the trunk lid.
7. At the rear edge of the convertible
top, press down on the buttresses to
latch them into the top of the trunk.
5. Push the convertible top down into
the trunk.
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Car Washing
Washing the Convertible Top
The convertible top should be cleaned
often. However, high pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle.
After washing and thoroughly rinsing
the vehicle, let the top dry in direct sunlight. A chamois or cloth may leave lint
on the top.
Note: A clear Mylar protective film has
been installed at the factory on the trunk
lid surface under the convertible top
buttresses. This film is designed to help
prevent paint damage to the trunk lid
over time. Do not remove this protective
film. It is intended to remain permanently affixed to the trunk lid surface.
Convertible Top Care
To properly care for the convertible top,
keep in mind these precautions:
• High pressure car washes may cause
water to enter the vehicle.
• Do not lower the convertible top if
there are objects in the storage area.
• Dry off the top before lowering it.
Storing the top when it is wet can
cause stains and mildew.
Cleaning the Chrome or Aluminum
Wheels
Keep the wheels clean using mild soap
and water and a soft, clean cloth. Strong
soaps and cleaners could damage the
surface of the wheels.
The chrome or aluminum wheels also
may be damaged if the vehicle is driven
through an automatic car wash that has
silicone carbide tire-cleaning brushes.
Note: Before entering an automatic car
wash, ensure that there is the necessary
amount of ground clearance between
the vehicle and the car wash guide rails.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
Premium Unleaded Gasoline
• Do not lower the top in cold weather.
• Do not operate the rear defogger
when the top is stored.
• Always close the top when leaving
your vehicle outdoors.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Use premium unleaded gasoline with a
posted octane rating of 91 or higher for
best engine performance. You may also
use regular unleaded gasoline rated at
87 octane or higher, but your vehicle’s
performance may be slightly reduced.
Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
below 87 is not recommended.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
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Tire Pressure
The Tire and Loading Information label,
located on the driver’s doorjamb, shows
the correct inflation pressure for the tires
on your vehicle when they’re cold.
“Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no
more than one mile. Overinflated and
underinflated tires affect fuel economy
and vehicle handling as well as promote
tire wear.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
Tire Inflator Kit
Towing and Dinghy Towing
Your vehicle was not designed to tow a
trailer. It also was not designed to be
towed behind another vehicle with any
of its wheels on the ground; therefore,
dinghy towing is not recommended.
See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.
Resetting the Oil Life System
The Oil Life System calculates engine oil
life based on vehicle use and displays a
CHANGE OIL SOON message in the
Driver Information Center when it’s necessary to change your engine oil and filter. The Oil Life System should be reset
to 100% only following an oil change.
The tire inflator kit is located near the
back of the trunk on the driver’s side. It
includes an air compressor, tire sealant
canister, an accessory plug and an air
pressure gauge. Refer to the tire inflator
kit instructions for complete operating
information.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
To reset the Oil Life System:
1. With the engine off, turn the ignition
key to Run.
2. Press the DIC (Information) and
(Reset) buttons at the same time
to enter the personalization menu.
3. Press the button until the DIC
displays OIL LIFE RESET.
4. Press and hold the button for at
lease one second.
5. An ACKNOWLEDGED message will
be displayed when the system has
been reset.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
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OWNER INFORMATION
Roadside Assistance
1-800-553-6000
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the owner of a new Saturn vehicle,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Saturn Roadside Assistance program.
This value-added service is intended to
provide you with peace of mind as you
drive in the city or travel the open road.
Saturn’s Roadside Assistance toll-free
number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available
24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to provide minor repair information or make
arrangements to tow your vehicle to the
nearest Saturn retailer.
Saturn will provide the following services
for 3 years/36,000 miles (60,000 km),
at no expense to you:
• Fuel delivery
• Lockout service (identification
required)
• Tow to nearest retailer for warranty
service
• Flat tire assistance
• Jump starts
In many instances, mechanical failures
are covered under Saturn’s comprehensive warranty. However, when other
services are utilized, our advisors will
explain any payment obligations you
might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance
when calling, please provide the following information to the advisor:
• Location of the vehicle
• Telephone number and your location
• Vehicle model, year and color
• Vehicle mileage
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Vehicle license plate number
Saturn reserves the right to limit servic-
es or reimbursement to an owner or
driver when, in Saturn’s judgment, the
claims become excessive in frequency
or type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
(if equipped)
If your vehicle is OnStar-equipped, press
the OnStar button and the vehicle will
send your current GPS location to an
OnStar Advisor who will speak to you,
assess your problem, contact Roadside
Assistance and relay your exact location
so you will get the help you need.
My Saturn
The complimentary My Saturn owners
website is a one-stop resource to
enhance your Saturn ownership experience. Exclusive owner benefits include
online vehicle maintenance schedules,
service reminders, frequently asked
questions, retailer information and more.
Visit My Saturn today at Saturn.com and
enjoy the ride.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner
Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at the
time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2006 by GM Corp. All rights reserved.
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