🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Saturn Model: Relay Years Covered: 2005, 2006, 2007 Codes Platform: GM U platform (shared with Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana SV6, Buick Terraza) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Minivan / Extended Minivan Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Ford Freestar. Key Features Unique Selling Points: Focus on versatility, family-oriented features, distinctive Saturn styling, often available with all-wheel drive. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Comprehensive Coverage: Covers all aspects of vehicle operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Page Count Estimated Pages: Refer to actual manual for definitive count (typically 300-500 pages for this type of vehicle). Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine compartment layout, engine oil, fuel information, air filter(s), refill capacities, lubricant specifications. Electrical & Electronics: Instrument cluster indicators, warning lights, entertainment systems (radio, CD player), lighting controls. Climate Control: Operation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Driver Controls: Steering wheel controls, pedals, gear selector operation, parking brake. Locks & Security: Door locks, power windows, remote keyless entry, anti-theft system basics. Seating & Safety: Seat adjustment, seat belts, child seat LATCH system, airbag system information. Driving Aids: Operation of cruise control, basic driving tips for the specific vehicle type. Cleaning & Care: Exterior and interior cleaning procedures, upholstery care. Customer Assistance: Contact information for customer support, reporting safety defects (U.S. only). Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Checking and topping off fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure checks, bulb replacement guidance. Basic Troubleshooting: Interpreting dashboard warning lights, basic steps for common issues. Operation Guidance: Step-by-step instructions for using various vehicle features and systems. Technical Depth Depth: Covers user-level operations and maintenance. Does not typically include detailed diagnostic procedures or full repair instructions found in a service manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Digital Format: PDF Print Quality Printability: All pages are printable. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital download - no physical binding) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital download - no physical paper type) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: 3.5L V6 (GM LX9) Performance Horsepower: 201 hp @ 5600 rpm (for 2005-2006 models) Torque: 220 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (for 2005-2006 models) Horsepower 2007: 201 hp @ 5600 rpm (same as prior years, though minor tuning changes may exist across the model run) Torque 2007: 220 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (same as prior years) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-port fuel injection (MPFI) Fuel Information Recommended Fuel: 87 Octane Regular Unleaded Gasoline Engine Compartment Configuration: Overhead Valve (OHV) V6 configuration 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 4-speed automatic (GM 4T65-E) Optional Drivetrain: Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) configurations. Features Overdrive: Includes overdrive gear for improved fuel economy. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 199.5 inches (dependent on configuration) Width: Approximately 72.5 inches Height: Approximately 69.5 inches Cargo Cargo Volume: Variable based on seat configuration, typically offering substantial cargo space. Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 4,100 - 4,400 lbs (varies by configuration and options) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact: Likely received 'Good' or 'Acceptable' ratings in frontal impact tests from NHTSA for its era. NHTSA Side Impact: Likely received 'Good' or 'Acceptable' ratings in side impact tests from NHTSA for its era. Active Features Traction Control: Available Traction Control System (TCS) ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Passive Features Airbags: Driver and front passenger airbags, available side-impact airbags. Child Safety: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for child seat installation. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: AM/FM stereo with CD player, available premium sound systems, and rear seat entertainment options. Driver Assistance Parking Assist: Available rear parking assist sensors. Connectivity Remote Keyless Entry: Standard or available remote keyless entry system. Convenience Features Power Sliding Doors: Available power-operated sliding doors for passenger convenience. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 7,500 miles or 6 months, but consult the manual for specific recommendations based on driving conditions. Tire Rotation Interval: Recommended every 7,500 miles. Cabin Air Filter: Typically recommended for replacement every 12,000-15,000 miles or annually. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic is typically recommended. Coolant Type: Dex-Cool (GM's orange extended-life coolant) is typically specified. Transmission Fluid Type: Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid. Known Issues Common Wear Items: Like many minivans of this era, expect potential wear on suspension components (ball joints, tie rods), exhaust systems, and occasional electronic module failures. Engine Oil Filter Part Number: ACDelco PF2057 or equivalent is a common fitment, but always verify for specific VIN. Refill Capacities Engine Oil Capacity: Approximately 4.5 quarts (3.5L V6), including filter. Coolant Capacity: Approximately 10.5 quarts (9.9 liters). 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Saturn Philosophy: Saturn was known for its polymer-composite body...
Operation of cruise control, basic driving tips for the specific vehicle type.
Cleaning & Care:
Exterior and interior cleaning procedures, upholstery care.
Customer Assistance:
Contact information for customer support, reporting safety defects (U.S. only).
Procedures Included
Routine Maintenance:
Checking and topping off fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure checks, bulb replacement guidance.
Basic Troubleshooting:
Interpreting dashboard warning lights, basic steps for common issues.
Operation Guidance:
Step-by-step instructions for using various vehicle features and systems.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Covers user-level operations and maintenance. Does not typically include detailed diagnostic procedures or full repair instructions found in a service manual.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Digital Format:
PDF
Print Quality
Printability:
All pages are printable.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital download - no physical binding)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital download - no physical paper type)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
3.5L V6 (GM LX9)
Performance
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 5600 rpm (for 2005-2006 models)
Torque:
220 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (for 2005-2006 models)
Horsepower 2007:
201 hp @ 5600 rpm (same as prior years, though minor tuning changes may exist across the model run)
Torque 2007:
220 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (same as prior years)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-port fuel injection (MPFI)
Fuel Information
Recommended Fuel:
87 Octane Regular Unleaded Gasoline
Engine Compartment
Configuration:
Overhead Valve (OHV) V6 configuration
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
4-speed automatic (GM 4T65-E)
Optional
Drivetrain:
Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) configurations.
Features
Overdrive:
Includes overdrive gear for improved fuel economy.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 199.5 inches (dependent on configuration)
Width:
Approximately 72.5 inches
Height:
Approximately 69.5 inches
Cargo
Cargo Volume:
Variable based on seat configuration, typically offering substantial cargo space.
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,100 - 4,400 lbs (varies by configuration and options)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact:
Likely received 'Good' or 'Acceptable' ratings in frontal impact tests from NHTSA for its era.
NHTSA Side Impact:
Likely received 'Good' or 'Acceptable' ratings in side impact tests from NHTSA for its era.
Active Features
Traction Control:
Available Traction Control System (TCS)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, available side-impact airbags.
Child Safety:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for child seat installation.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with CD player, available premium sound systems, and rear seat entertainment options.
Driver Assistance
Parking Assist:
Available rear parking assist sensors.
Connectivity
Remote Keyless Entry:
Standard or available remote keyless entry system.
Convenience Features
Power Sliding Doors:
Available power-operated sliding doors for passenger convenience.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 miles or 6 months, but consult the manual for specific recommendations based on driving conditions.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Recommended every 7,500 miles.
Cabin Air Filter:
Typically recommended for replacement every 12,000-15,000 miles or annually.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic is typically recommended.
Coolant Type:
Dex-Cool (GM's orange extended-life coolant) is typically specified.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Like many minivans of this era, expect potential wear on suspension components (ball joints, tie rods), exhaust systems, and occasional electronic module failures.
Engine Oil Filter Part Number:
ACDelco PF2057 or equivalent is a common fitment, but always verify for specific VIN.
Refill Capacities
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.5 quarts (3.5L V6), including filter.
Coolant Capacity:
Approximately 10.5 quarts (9.9 liters).
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Saturn Philosophy:
Saturn was known for its polymer-composite body panels ('Dent-Resistant Panels') and customer-centric approach.
Model Evolution
Introduction Year:
The Saturn Relay was introduced for the 2005 model year as part of GM's consolidation of its minivan offerings.
Platform Sharing:
It replaced the previous Saturn L-Series wagon and shared its platform with other GM minivans, including the Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana SV6, and Buick Terraza.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
The U-platform minivans were primarily assembled at the GM Doraville Assembly plant in Doraville, Georgia.
Production End:
Saturn brand production ended in 2010, and thus the Relay was not produced beyond the 2007 model year for Saturn.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Safety Awards:
Specific awards for the Saturn Relay itself are not widely documented, but it was part of GM's effort to modernize its minivan offerings.
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