🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Saturn Model: Aura Year: 2009 Country Of Origin: USA Codes Platform: GM Epsilon (Global Epsilon platform) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Mid-size sedan Target Audience: Consumers seeking a comfortable, stylish, and well-equipped sedan Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Chevrolet Impala, Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima Key Features Design: Distinctive styling, influenced by European GM models (Opel Vectra/Vauxhall Insignia lineage) Chassis: Global Epsilon platform, providing a solid and refined driving experience Powertrain Options: Range of modern V6 engines 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: 2009 Saturn Aura Owner's Manual Content Scope: Comprehensive owner information for the 2009 Saturn Aura Page Count Estimated Page Count: 300-400 (typical for owner's manuals of this era) Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Instrument Cluster: Indicator lights, gauges, driver information center operation Entertainment Systems: Audio system operation, radio controls, entertainment options Climate Controls: HVAC system operation, automatic climate control, manual controls Lighting: Headlight operation, interior lighting, fog lights Driver Controls: Steering wheel controls, gear selector, parking brake Locks And Security: Door locks, keyless entry, anti-theft system Seating And Safety Restraints: Seat adjustment, seat belts, airbag system operation Driving Operations: Starting the engine, driving, parking, towing information Customer Assistance: Warranty information, roadside assistance, dealer services Cleaning And Care: Interior and exterior cleaning procedures Maintenance And Specifications: General maintenance guidelines and vehicle specifications Engine Compartment: Identification of engine components, fluid fill points Engine Oil: Oil type, capacity, and checking procedure Battery: Battery maintenance and jump starting procedures Fuel Information: Recommended fuel type, octane rating Air Filter: Information on air filter replacement (general) Part Numbers: Some basic part numbers (e.g., tire size, oil filter, likely not extensive) Refill Capacities: Fluid capacities for engine oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid, etc. Lubricant Specifications: Specifications for various lubricants and fluids Accessories: Information on available factory-installed accessories Reporting Safety Defects: Information on reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Procedures Included Basic Maintenance: Checking fluid levels, tire pressure, basic fluid changes Warning Lights: Explanation of dashboard warning lights and their meanings Tire Changing: Procedure for changing a flat tire, jack points Jump Starting: Correct procedure for jump starting the vehicle Fuse Replacement: Locating and replacing fuses Technical Depth Depth: Owner-level maintenance and operation. Does not cover advanced diagnostics or repair procedures typically found in a service manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF (Portable Document Format) Readability: Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader) Print Quality Printability: Printable, allowing users to create physical copies Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Option 1 Type: 3.5L V6 (LZ9) Engine Option 1 Displacement: 3.5 Liters / 3500 cc Engine Option 1 Horsepower: 224 hp @ 6200 rpm Engine Option 1 Torque: 223 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm Engine Option 2 Type: 3.6L V6 (HFV6 - High Feature V6) Engine Option 2 Displacement: 3.6 Liters / 3564 cc Engine Option 2 Horsepower: 252 hp @ 6300 rpm Engine Option 2 Torque: 251 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm Engine Option 3 Type: 3.6L V6 VVT (LLT - Direct Injection) Engine Option 3 Displacement: 3.6 Liters / 3564 cc Engine Option 3 Horsepower: 265 hp @ 6300 rpm Engine Option 3 Torque: 251 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm Performance Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Sequential Port Fuel Injection (MPI) for LZ9 and HFV6, Direct Injection (DI) for LLT Recommended Fuel: 87 octane unleaded gasoline (89 octane recommended for 3.6L LLT for optimal performance) Technical Features Valve Train: DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshafts), 24 valves Cylinder Block Material: Aluminum Cylinder Head Material: Aluminum 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission (Hydra-Matic 6T70) Optional Optional Transmission: N/A (6-speed automatic was standard across most configurations) Features Transmission Control: Driver Shift Control manual mode Fluid Specs Transmission Fluid Type: Dexron VI (Automatic Transmission Fluid) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 190.2 inches (4831 mm) Width: 70.2 inches (1783 mm) Height: 58.4 inches (1483 mm) Wheelbase: 110.4 inches (2804 mm) Interior Passenger Volume: Approximately 97.7 cubic feet Cargo Trunk Volume: Approximately 15.9 cubic feet Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 3500-3700 lbs (depending on engine and trim) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Approximately 4600 lbs 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact Driver: 5 Stars NHTSA Front Impact Passenger: 5 Stars NHTSA Side Impact Front Driver: 5 Stars NHTSA Side Impact Front Passenger: 5 Stars NHTSA Side Impact Rear Driver: 5 Stars NHTSA Side Impact Rear Passenger: 5 Stars IIHS Front Offset Crash Test: Good IIHS Side Impact Crash Test: Good IIHS Rear Impact Crash Test: Good Active Features ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control: Standard Traction Control System (TCS) Electronic Stability Control: Standard StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Passive Features Airbags: Frontal airbags, side-impact airbags, roof rail airbags (standard or optional...
Explanation of dashboard warning lights and their meanings
Tire Changing:
Procedure for changing a flat tire, jack points
Jump Starting:
Correct procedure for jump starting the vehicle
Fuse Replacement:
Locating and replacing fuses
Technical Depth
Depth:
Owner-level maintenance and operation. Does not cover advanced diagnostics or repair procedures typically found in a service manual.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF (Portable Document Format)
Readability:
Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader)
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable, allowing users to create physical copies
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital format)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Option 1 Type:
3.5L V6 (LZ9)
Engine Option 1 Displacement:
3.5 Liters / 3500 cc
Engine Option 1 Horsepower:
224 hp @ 6200 rpm
Engine Option 1 Torque:
223 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Engine Option 2 Type:
3.6L V6 (HFV6 - High Feature V6)
Engine Option 2 Displacement:
3.6 Liters / 3564 cc
Engine Option 2 Horsepower:
252 hp @ 6300 rpm
Engine Option 2 Torque:
251 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Engine Option 3 Type:
3.6L V6 VVT (LLT - Direct Injection)
Engine Option 3 Displacement:
3.6 Liters / 3564 cc
Engine Option 3 Horsepower:
265 hp @ 6300 rpm
Engine Option 3 Torque:
251 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Performance
Aspiration:
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Port Fuel Injection (MPI) for LZ9 and HFV6, Direct Injection (DI) for LLT
Recommended Fuel:
87 octane unleaded gasoline (89 octane recommended for 3.6L LLT for optimal performance)
Technical Features
Valve Train:
DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshafts), 24 valves
Cylinder Block Material:
Aluminum
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Standard Transmission:
6-speed automatic transmission (Hydra-Matic 6T70)
Optional
Optional Transmission:
N/A (6-speed automatic was standard across most configurations)
Features
Transmission Control:
Driver Shift Control manual mode
Fluid Specs
Transmission Fluid Type:
Dexron VI (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
190.2 inches (4831 mm)
Width:
70.2 inches (1783 mm)
Height:
58.4 inches (1483 mm)
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches (2804 mm)
Interior
Passenger Volume:
Approximately 97.7 cubic feet
Cargo
Trunk Volume:
Approximately 15.9 cubic feet
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3500-3700 lbs (depending on engine and trim)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approximately 4600 lbs
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Front Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Front Passenger:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Driver:
5 Stars
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Passenger:
5 Stars
IIHS Front Offset Crash Test:
Good
IIHS Side Impact Crash Test:
Good
IIHS Rear Impact Crash Test:
Good
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Passive Features
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, side-impact airbags, roof rail airbags (standard or optional depending on trim)
Seat Belts:
3-point seat belts with pretensioners
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Available Bose premium audio system, CD player, MP3 capability, auxiliary input jack.
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation system
Connectivity:
Bluetooth for hands-free calling (optional on some trims)
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control
Parking Assist:
Optional rear parking assist sensors
Lighting Features:
Automatic headlights (optional)
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 miles or 6 months, or as indicated by the oil life monitoring system.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 7,500 miles
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Inspect every 30,000 miles, replace as needed (or every 45,000-60,000 miles as preventative maintenance).
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (or every 20,000-30,000 miles).
Transmission Fluid Change Interval:
Inspect regularly, change fluid and filter typically around 100,000 miles, or as per severe service schedule.
Coolant Replacement:
Initial change at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles thereafter (GM Super Coolant).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30, meeting GM dexos1 specification (or API SN/GF-5).
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts (4.2 liters) for 3.5L V6; 5.0 quarts (4.7 liters) for 3.6L V6.
Coolant Type:
GM Super Coolant (Orange color, silicate-free, P-OAT based).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Approved washer fluid or water.
Known Issues
Common Issue 1:
Transmission issues (hesitation, rough shifting) with the 6T70 transmission, especially in earlier models. Maintenance of fluid is critical.
Common Issue 2:
Catalytic converter failures or P0420/P0430 codes.
Common Issue 3:
Water pump leaks on 3.6L V6 engines.
Common Issue 4:
Power steering leaks or pump noise.
Part Numbers Example
Oil Filter 3.5L V6 Example:
GM Part Number 19179401 or AC-Delco PF46/PF46E
Oil Filter 3.6L V6 Example:
GM Part Number 12621080 or AC-Delco PF64
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Saturn Brand Philosophy:
Saturn was positioned as a different kind of car company, emphasizing customer satisfaction, innovative retail environments, and polymer body panels (though Aura did not heavily feature this).
Model Evolution
Generation:
First Generation (2007-2009)
Platform Basis:
Based on the GM Epsilon platform, shared with vehicles like the Opel Vectra, Saab 9-3, and Chevrolet Malibu
Introduction Year:
2007
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Kansas City, Kansas, USA
Production End Year:
2009 (Saturn brand discontinued in 2010)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Awarded IIHS Top Safety Pick for multiple years, including 2009, due to excellent crash test performance.
Consumer Guide:
Received positive reviews from automotive critics and guides for its refinement and styling.
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