What Is Covered
General Motors of Canada Limited, on behalf of Saturn Corporation, will provide for repairs to the vehicle during the Warranty Period in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations contained in this booklet.
Warranty Applies
This warranty is for Saturn vehicle registered in Canada and normally operated in Canada. Saturn warranty coverages may be void or subject to restrictions on Saturn vehicles that have been imported/exported for resale.
Repairs Covered
This warranty covers repairs to correct any vehicle defect related to materials or workmanship occurring during the Warranty Period. Needed repairs will be performed using new or remanufactured parts.
Warranty Period
The Warranty Period for all coverages begins on the date the vehicle is first delivered or put in use and ends at the expiration of the coverage period.
Base Warranty Coverage
The complete vehicle is covered for 3 years or 60 000 kilometres, whichever comes first, except for other coverages listed here under "What Is Covered" and those items listed under "What Is Not Covered" .
Powertrain Component Coverage
In addition to the Base Warranty Coverage, General Motors of Canada Limited will warrant for 5 years or 160 000 kilometres, whichever comes first, from the original in-service date of the vehicle, warrantable repairs which are required as a result of defects due to material and/or workmanship to the powertrain components as listed:
Engine
Cylinder head, block, all internally lubricated parts, manifolds, timing gears, timing chain, timing cover, flywheel, oil pump/oil pump housing, water pump, harmonic balancer, OHC carriers, valve covers, oil pan, engine mount, seals, gaskets, turbocharger and supercharger. Timing belts are covered untiul the first scheduled maintenance interval.
Transmission/Transaxle
Case, all internal parts, torque converter, transfer case, transmission/transaxle mounts, seals and gaskets.
Front/Rear Wheel Drive
Final drive housing, all internal parts, axle shafts and axle shaft bearings, constant velocity joints, axle housing, propeller shafts, universal joints, wheel bearings, locking hubs, front differential actuator, supports, front hub bearings and rear axle hub bearings, seals and gaskets.
The coverages and benefits described under "Base Warranty Coverage" are not extended or altered because of this Powertrain Component Warranty.
For owners requiring more comprehensive coverage than that provided in this Powertrain Component Warranty, a specially priced Saturn Service Plan is available. See your Saturn retailer for more details.
This Powertrain Component Warranty is only available on vehicles sold in Canada and owned and operated in Canada.
Tire Coverage
The original tires on your vehicle are covered against defects in materials or workmanship under the Base Warranty Coverage for 3 years or 60 000 kilometres OR until the tire requires normal replacement, whichever comes first. Any tire replaced under warranty will be covered for the remaining portion of the Base Warranty Coverage period.
The Tire Manufacturer warranty coverage may extend beyond the Saturn Limited Warranty coverage. See your Tire Manufacturer dealer for specific details.
Towing
Towing is covered from a public roadway or highway to the nearest Saturn retail facility, if your vehicle cannot be driven because of a warranted defect. Restrictions may apply for towing in cases in excess of 200 kilometres. Contact your retailer for details.
If your vehicle must be towed, the only towing equipment which can be used is a vehicle carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. See your Owner's Manual for more details.
Sheet Metal Coverage
Sheet metal panels are covered against corrosion and rust-through as follows:
Corrosion: Body sheet metal panels are covered against rust for 3 years or 60 000 kilometres, whichever comes first.Rust-Through: Any body sheet metal panel that rusts-through due to corrosion (an actual hole in the sheet metal) is covered for up to 6 years or 160 000 kilometres, whichever comes first. This coverage only applies to body sheet metal panels and not to other metal components.
Important: Cosmetic or surface corrosion (resulting from stone chips, dents or scratches in the paint, or failure to repair paint damaged by stone chips, dents or scratches in the paint) is not included in the sheet metal coverage.
Obtaining Repairs
To obtain warranty repairs, take the vehicle to a Saturn retail facility within the Warranty Period, and request the needed repairs. A reasonable time must be allowed for the retail facility to perform the necessary repairs.
No Charge
Warranty repairs including Parts, Labour and approved Towing, will be made at No Charge.
Accessory Coverages
All Saturn approved accessories marketed and sold by Saturn Corporation that are permanently installed on a Saturn vehicle prior to delivery will be covered under the provisions of the Saturn Base Warranty Coverage of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. In the event Saturn accessories are installed after vehicle delivery or are replaced under the new vehicle warranty, they will be covered (parts and labour) for the balance of the vehicle warranty, but in no event less than 12 months/unlimited kilometres (12 months/20 000 kilometres for commercial vehicles). This coverage is only effective for Saturn approved accessories permanently installed by a Saturn retailer or an associated Saturn approved Accessory Distributor/Installer (ADI).
Saturn accessories sold over-the-counter, or those not requiring installation, will receive the standard Saturn Retailer Parts Warranty for 12 months from the date of purchase (parts only).
Saturn Licensed Accessories are covered under the accessory-specific manufacturer's warranty and are not warranted by Saturn or its retailers.
What Is Not Covered
Tire Damage and Wear
Normal tire wear or wear-out is not covered. Road hazard damage such as punctures, cuts, snags and breaks resulting from pothole impact, curb impact, or from other objects is not covered. Also, damage from improper inflation, high speed spinup (as when stuck in mud or snow), tire chains, racing, improper mounting or dismounting, misuse, negligence, alteration, vandalism or misapplication is not covered.
Damage Due to Accidents, Misuse, or Alteration
Damage caused as the result of any of the following is not covered:
| • | Collision, fire, theft, freezing, vandalism, riot, explosion or objects striking the vehicle; |
| • | Misuse of the vehicle such as spinning the wheels; driving over curbs, overloading, racing, or other competition. Proper vehicle use is discussed in the Owner's Manual; |
| • | Alterations or modifications to the vehicle including the body, chassis or components, after final assembly by Saturn Corporation (which includes rebuilding the vehicle after it has suffered such extensive collision damage in an accident that it was written-off or deemed to be written-off, even if the rebuilt vehicle uses undamaged parts and components from the written-off vehicle); |
| • | Coverages do not apply if the odometer has been disconnected, its reading has been altered, or kilometrage cannot be determined; |
| • | Chassis overloading or uneven weight distribution; |
| • | Cutting, welding, stretching, or shrinking of chassis frame rails or driveline; |
| • | Addition of aftermarket suspension equipment such as tag axles, springs, or spring helpers, spacer blocks, or air spring; |
| • | Addition of aftermarket engine and transmission modifications such as blowers, turbochargers, exhaust brakes, exhaust systems, air induction systems, computers (software or hardware modifications), governors, gear splitters, or electric braking devices. |
Important: This warranty is void on vehicles currently or previously registered as salvaged, scrapped (irreparable), rebuilt, junked or totaled (written-off) or stolen.
Damage or Corrosion Due to Environment Chemical Treatments or Aftermarket Products
Damage caused by airborne fallout, salt from sea air, chemicals, tree sap, insects, stones, hail, earthquake, water or flood, windstorm, lightning, the application of chemicals or sealants subsequent to manufacture, etc., is not covered. See "Chemical Paint Spotting" under Things You Should Know About the New Vehicle Limited Warranty .
Damage Due to Insufficient or Improper Maintenance
Damage caused by failure to follow the recommended Maintenance Schedule intervals and/or failure to use or maintain fluids, fuel, lubricants or refrigerants recommended in the Owner's Manual is not covered.
Maintenance is the owner's responsibility. General Motors of Canada Limited recommends that you keep all receipts and make them available if questions arise about maintenance.
Damage Due to Contaminated or Poor Quality Fuel
Poor fuel quality or incorrect fuel may cause driveability problems such as hesitation, lack of power, stall or no start. It may also render gauges inoperable or degrade functionality for components such as spark plugs, oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter. Damage from poor fuel quality, water contamination, incorrect diesel fuel or gasoline may not be covered.
It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org/fuel_charter.htm. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline.
Maintenance
All vehicles require periodic maintenance. Maintenance services, such as those detailed in the Owner's Manual are the owner's expense.
Vehicle lubrication, cleaning, or polishing are not covered. Failure of or damage to components requiring replacement or repair due to vehicle use, wear, exposure to the elements, or lack of maintenance is not covered.
Items such as, but not limited to:
| • | Filters |
| • | Brake pads and linings |
| • | Clutch linings |
| • | Limited slip axle service |
| • | Keyless Entry Batteries* |
| • | Audio System Cleaning |
| • | Coolants and Fluids |
| • | Wiper Inserts |
| • | Tire Rotation |
| • | Wheel Alignment/Balance** |
are covered only when replacement or repair is the result of a defect in material or workmanship.
*Consumable battery covered up to 12 months only.
**Maintenance after 12 000 kilometres.
Extra Expenses
Economic loss or extra expense is not covered.
Examples include:
| • | Loss of vehicle use |
| • | Inconvenience |
| • | Storage |
| • | Payment for loss of time or pay |
| • | Vehicle rental expense |
| • | Lodging, meals, or other travel costs |
Other Exclusions
This warranty excludes any communications device that becomes unusable or unable to function as intended due to unavailability of compatible wireless service from the wireless communication carrier that provides service for the OnStar® system.
Other Terms
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have different rights which vary from province to province according to applicable legislation. This warranty does not exclude or limit those rights but runs concurrently with any such applicable provincial legislation.
Neither General Motors of Canada Limited nor Saturn Corporation authorizes any person to create for them any other condition or liability in connection with these vehicles. Any implied warranty of condition (including any implied warranty or condition of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose) applicable to this vehicle is limited in duration to the duration of this written warranty. The performance of repairs is the exclusive remedy under this written warranty or any implied warranty or condition. Neither General Motors of Canada Limited nor Saturn Corporation shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty or condition.*
* Some provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
