Saturn Relay (2007 year). Manual

If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front
passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it
could be because that person is not sitting properly
in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off
and ask the person to place the seatback in
the fully upright position, then sit upright in the
seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the
person’s legs comfortably extended. Restart the
vehicle and have the person remain in this position
for about two minutes. This will allow the system
to detect that person and then enable the
passenger’s airbag or airbags.

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CAUTION:

If the airbag readiness light in the
instrument panel cluster ever comes on
and stays on, it means that something
may be wrong with the airbag system. If
this ever happens, have the vehicle
serviced promptly, because an adult-size
person sitting in the right front
passenger’s seat may not have the
protection of the frontal airbag. See
Airbag Readiness Light on page 223 for
more on this, including important safety
information.

Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can
affect how well the passenger sensing system
operates. You may want to consider not using seat
covers or other aftermarket equipment if your
vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle on page 100 for more information about
modifications that can affect how the system
operates.

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CAUTION:

Stowing of articles under the passenger’s
seat or between the passenger’s seat
cushion and seatback may interfere with
the proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.

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Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle

Airbags affect how your vehicle should be
serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in
several places around your vehicle. You do
not want the system to inflate while someone is
working on your vehicle. Your retailer and the
service manual have information about servicing
your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a
service manual, see Service Publications
Ordering Information on page 553.

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CAUTION:

For up to 10 seconds after the ignition
key is turned off and the battery is
disconnected, an airbag can still inflate
during improper service. You can be
injured if you are close to an airbag when
it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They
are probably part of the airbag system. Be
sure to follow proper service procedures,
and make sure the person performing
work for you is qualified to do so.

The airbag system does not need regular
maintenance.

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Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Is there anything I might add to the front
or sides of the vehicle that could keep the
airbags from working properly?

Yes. If you add things that change your
vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height,
front end or side sheet metal, they may keep
the airbag system from working properly.
Also, the airbag system may not work properly
if you relocate any of the airbag sensors. If
you have any questions about this, you should
contact Customer Assistance before you
modify your vehicle. The phone numbers and
addresses for Customer Assistance are in
Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. See Customer
Satisfaction Procedure on page 538.

Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modified. How can I find out
whether this will affect my airbag system?

Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel,
the instrument panel, or airbag wiring can
affect the operation of the airbag system. If
you have questions, call Customer Assistance.
The phone numbers and addresses for
Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the
Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this
manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure
on page 538.

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Restraint System Check

Checking the Restraint Systems

Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety
belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it repaired. See Care of Safety Belts on page 504.

Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a
belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.

Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers,
and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag
system does not need regular maintenance.

Notice: If you damage the covering for the
driver’s or the right front passenger’s frontal
airbag, or an airbag covering (if equipped) on a
seatback, the airbag may not work properly.
You may have to replace the airbag module in
the steering wheel, both the airbag module
and the instrument panel for the right
front passenger’s frontal airbag, or both the
airbag module and the seatback for seating
positions with a side impact airbag
(if equipped.) Do not open or break the airbag
coverings.

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Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash

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CAUTION:

A crash can damage the restraint systems
in your vehicle. A damaged restraint
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure your restraint systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.

If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or
LATCH system parts?

After a very minor collision, nothing may be
necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they
would be if worn during a more severe crash,
then you need new parts.

If the LATCH system was being used during a
more severe crash, you may need new LATCH
system parts.

If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you will need to
have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts
repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may
be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system
was not being used at the time of the collision.

If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag
system parts. See the part on the airbag system
earlier in this section.

If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to
replace the driver and front passenger’s safety belt
retractor assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the
new retractor assembly will be there to help protect
you in a collision.

After a crash you may need to replace the driver
and front passenger’s safety belt retractor
assemblies, even if the frontal airbags have not
deployed. The driver and front passenger’s safety
belt retractor assemblies contain the safety belt
pretensioners. Have your safety belt pretensioners
checked if your vehicle has been in a collision,
or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle or while you are driving. See
Airbag Readiness Light on page 223.

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This vehicle has a double sided key for the
ignition and the driver’s door lock.

Your vehicle has the PASS-Key

III vehicle theft

system. The key has a transponder in the key
head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s
steering column. If a replacement key or
any additional key is needed, you must purchase
this key from your retailer. The key will have
PK3 stamped on it. Keep the bar code tag that
came with the original keys. Give this tag to your
retailer if you need a new key made.

Any new PASS-Key

III key must be programmed

before it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Key

III on page 135 for more information on
programming your new key.

Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your
vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle
to get in. Be sure you have spare keys.

If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle,
see Roadside Assistance Program on page 543
for more information.

Remote Keyless Entry System

If equipped, the keyless entry system operates
on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and
with Industry Canada.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

Changes or modifications to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.

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At times you may notice a decrease in range.
This is normal for any remote keyless entry
system. If the transmitter does not work or if you
have to stand closer to your vehicle for the
transmitter to work, try this:

•

Check the distance. You may be too far from
your vehicle. You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.

•

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps
to the left or right, hold the transmitter
higher, and try again.

•

Check to determine if battery replacement
is necessary. See “Battery Replacement”
under Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation on page 107.

•

If you are still having trouble, see your retailer
or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation

You can lock and unlock the vehicle’s doors and
the liftgate using the remote keyless entry
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.

The remote keyless
entry transmitter shown
here is for a vehicle
equipped with the
remote vehicle start
feature and dual power
sliding doors.

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The remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with
your vehicle will only contain the buttons specific
to your vehicle’s factory installed remote
system features.

(Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle has

this feature, you can start the engine from outside
the vehicle. See “Remote Vehicle Start” at the
end of this section for more detailed information.

(Lock): To lock all doors and the liftgate,

press the lock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter. See Power Door Locks on page 116
for more details on the power door lock features.
If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent
system, the remote keyless entry transmitter’s lock
button may arm the system. See Content
Theft-Deterrent on page 133 for more details.

When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter
to lock your vehicle, the turn signal lamps may
flash to let you know the command has been
received. If you press the lock button again, within
five seconds, the horn will sound and the turn
signal lamps may flash to let you know the vehicle
is already locked. See “FOB LOCK FEEDBACK”
under DIC Vehicle Personalization (Uplevel
Only) on page 261 for additional information.

(Unlock): When you press unlock on the

remote keyless entry transmitter, only the driver’s
door will unlock. If you press unlock again
within five seconds, all the doors and the liftgate
will unlock. If you would like all the doors to unlock
the first time you press unlock, see “FOB
UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESS” under DIC Vehicle
Personalization (Uplevel Only) on page 261.

If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent
system, the unlock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter will disarm the system. See
Content Theft-Deterrent on page 133 for more
details.

When you use your remote keyless entry
transmitter to unlock your vehicle the turn signal
lamps will flash to let you know the command was
received.

(Remote Alarm): When you press the horn

button on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the
turn signal lamps will flash and the horn will sound.
This will allow you to attract attention, if needed.

Press this button again to stop the alarm from
sounding.

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Remote Power Sliding Door Operation

(Power Sliding Door): If your vehicle

has one power sliding door, the remote keyless
entry transmitter will have a button with a van
symbol on it. Press and hold this button to open or
close the power sliding door. See Power Sliding
Door (PSD) on page 121.

(Dual Power Sliding Doors): If your

vehicle has dual power sliding doors, your remote
keyless entry transmitter will have two buttons
that have a van symbol on them. The van symbol
on the left is for the driver’s side sliding door
and the van symbol on the right is for the
passenger’s side sliding door. Press and hold the
passenger’s or driver’s side button, with the
van symbol on it, to open or close the selected
power sliding door. See Power Sliding Door (PSD)
on page 121.

You can operate the power sliding door(s) with
the remote keyless entry transmitter even if
the power sliding door override switch(es), on the
overhead console, are active or inactive. See
Power Sliding Door (PSD) on page 121 for
additional information.

If the sliding door is closed and the power sliding
door button on the transmitter is pressed and
held, the vehicle’s doors will unlock and then the
power sliding door will open. If the power
sliding door has been locked using the manual
door lock lever, you will need to unlock the power
sliding door before it can be opened with the
keyless entry transmitter sliding door button.

If your vehicle’s fuel filler door is opened,
the driver’s side power sliding door will not open
completely. Do not try to force the door. Once
the fuel filler door is closed, the driver’s side sliding
door can be opened normally.

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Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle

Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your
vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased through your
retailer. Remember to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when you go to your retailer.
When the retailer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining
transmitters must also be matched. Once your
retailer has coded the new transmitter, the
lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of four
transmitters matched to it.

See your retailer to match transmitters to
another vehicle.

Battery Replacement

Under normal use, the battery in your remote
keyless entry transmitter should last about
three years.

You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter
will not work at the normal range in any location.
If you have to get close to your vehicle before
the transmitter works, it is probably time to change
the battery.

Notice: When replacing the battery, use care
not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from
your body transferred to these surfaces may
damage the transmitter.

1. Insert a flat object, such as a coin, into the

slot on the side of the transmitter and twist it
to separate the halves.

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2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter.

Do not use the metal flanges to pop out the
battery.

3. Replace the battery.

4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the

halves are snapped together tightly so water
will not get in.

5. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons

for seven seconds to synchronize the
transmitter.

6. Check the transmitter operation.

Remote Vehicle Start

This feature allows you to start the engine from
outside the vehicle. It may also turn the rear
window defogger if the outside temperature is
below 45°F (7°C).

Laws in some local communities may restrict the
use of remote starters. For example, some
laws may require a person using remote start to
have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check
local regulations for any requirements on remote
starting of vehicles.

(Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle has

the remote vehicle start feature, the remote
keyless entry transmitter will have a button with
this symbol on it.

An increased range of operation is provided with
the remote keyless entry transmitter that has
the remote vehicle start button.

If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the
remote start feature. The vehicle may run out of
fuel. The vehicle may also run out of fuel if
the vehicle is running for a long period of time
when parked on an incline facing downward with
a low fuel condition.

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To start the engine using the remote start feature,
do the following:

1. Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter,

if equipped with the remote vehicle start
button, at the vehicle.

2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock

button, then immediately press and hold
the remote vehicle start button until the
vehicle’s turn signal lamps flash, or for at
least two seconds, if the vehicle’s lights are
not visible. The vehicle’s doors will be locked.

3. When the vehicle’s engine starts, the parking

lamps will turn on and remain on while the
engine is running.

After a remote start, the engine will automatically
shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension
has been done or the vehicle’s key is inserted into
the ignition switch and turned to RUN.

The maximum number of remote starts or remote
start attempts between ignition cycles with the
key is two.

If the remote start procedure is used again before
the first 10 minute time frame has ended, the
first 10 minutes will immediately expire and
the second 10 minute time frame will start.

After two remote starts have been provided
, the vehicle’s ignition switch must be turned to
RUN and then back to LOCK using the key before
the remote start procedure can be used again.

If you enter the vehicle after a remote start,
and the engine is running, insert the key into the
ignition switch and turn it to the RUN position
to drive the vehicle.

To manually shut off the engine after a remote
start, do any of the following:

•

Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter at
the vehicle and press the remote start
button until the parking lamps turn off.

•

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

•

Insert the vehicle’s key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to RUN and then back
to LOCK.

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Saturn Relay (2007 year). Manual - part 7