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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Wheel Dust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Operating the Liftgate (Wagon models) . . . . . . .7

Key “Stuck” in OFF Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Securing the Fuel Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Rear Wiper/Washer (Wagon models) . . . . . . . . .10

Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror

with Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Six-Disc In-Dash CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

DVD Entertainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter

Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for

Children (LATCH) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

My Saturn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Congratulations on your purchase of a Saturn L300. 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.

Summary of content (16 pages)

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Saturn L300. 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. Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Wheel Dust . . . .
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B L C N M K A. Air Outlets B. Exterior Lamp/Turn Signal Controls C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Heated Seat Controls E. Fog Lamp Button D E F J F. Hazard Warning Flasher Button G. Traction Control Button H. Glove Box I. Climate Control System J. Audio System See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. A I G D A Getting to Know Your L300 A 2 Instrument Panel H K. Cruise Control L. Hood Release Lever M. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever N.
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Instrument Panel Cluster B C A D 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. Fuel Gauge B. Speedometer C. Tachometer D. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge IMPORTANT: The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle’s operation.
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Getting to Know Your L300 Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness and will also illuminate the taillamps, side markers, parking lamps, and instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also dim. Your vehicle has a light sensor located on the top of the instrument panel. Be sure it is not covered, or the automatic headlamp system will be on whenever the ignition is on.
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Tire Pressure Your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information Label is located either on the rear edge of the driver’s door or on the door pillar between the front and rear seats. The label provides information about the size, speed rating, and recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means the car has been sitting for at least 3 hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
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Getting to Know Your L300 Climate Control System Interior Airflow Automatic Air Conditioning (A/C) Shutoff Your Saturn’s air conditioning may shut off for short periods of time when the engine is under extreme load (steep grades or passing). This is designed to provide maximum engine performance. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Your Saturn vehicle supplies fresh air to the passenger compartment, even when the fan is turned off.
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Operating the Liftgate (Wagon models) You may unlock the liftgate by performing any of the following: • Press the door unlock button on your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice. • Press the liftgate button on your RKE transmitter. Key “Stuck” in OFF Position If your ignition key seems stuck in the OFF position, be sure you are using the correct key, and be sure it’s inserted all the way.
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Getting to Know Your L300 Cruise Control B A C The cruise control buttons are located on your steering wheel. • Press the Cruise Control On/Off button (“A” above) to turn the system on and off. • Press the Resume/Accelerate button (“B” above) to resume a previously set speed or to accelerate when cruise is already active. • Press the Set/Coast button (“C” above) to set or decrease speed when cruise is already active.
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Method 2: 1. Press and hold the Resume/Accelerate button until you reach the speed you desire. 2. Release the button once achieving your desired speed. Note: You can also increase vehicle speed by 1-mph (1.6-km/h) increments by pressing the Resume/Accelerate button briefly. Reducing Speed Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control: 1. Press the Set/Coast button until you reach the lower speed you want, then release the button. 2. Slow down by 1-mph (1.
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Getting to Know Your L300 Windshield Wipers Front Wiper/Washer wiper will perform a single windshield wipe in this position. Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward you from any wiper setting to spray washer fluid on the windshield. To turn off the windshield wipers, move the windshield wiper/washer lever to the “OFF” position. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. The windshield wiper/washer lever has five settings.
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Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass (if equipped) When turned on, this feature automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from headlamps behind you when dark. The dimming feature can be turned on or off by briefly pressing the power button ( ) located at the bottom of the mirror (a light on the mirror will illuminate when the feature is on). The mirror is temporarily disabled when shifting into “R” (Reverse).
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Getting to Know Your L300 Six-Disc In-Dash CD Player (if equipped) A single CD or multiple CDs can be loaded or ejected. The Load/Eject (LD/EJ) button is used to begin loading or ejecting CDs. CDs cannot be loaded or ejected unless the LD/EJ button is used. Loading/Ejecting a Single CD • Press and release the LD/EJ button. The radio will display “NUM.” Flashing numbers in the bottom of the display indicate empty CD locations.
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DVD Entertainment System (if equipped) This feature works in conjunction with your audio system and includes a DVD player, a video display screen, headphones, and a remote control. The DVD player is located in the center console between the front seats. The player can be controlled by the buttons on the player or on the remote control. (Note: To use the DVD player, the ignition must be in the RUN or ACC position.) DVD Player Buttons SOURCE: Press this button to choose DVD or AUX.
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Getting to Know Your L300 SOURCE: Press this button to switch between the auxiliary device (connected to the RCA jacks) and the disc in the DVD player. Playing a DVD • Activate the overhead console screen by pushing forward on the release button and folding the screen down. • Gently insert the disc (label side up) into the loading slot until it stops. The DVD will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Synchronization Synchronization is the method used to keep the RKE transmitter of the vehicle communicating with the receiver of the vehicle. If the RKE buttons on your transmitter are pressed too many times without the receiver receiving a signal, your transmitter may become out of synchronization. If this happens, your transmitter may not function properly.
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Getting to Know Your L300 Roadside Assistance Program 1-800-553-6000 TTY users: 1-800-833-6000 As the proud 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 courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.