OVERVIEW: SSPO now offers a Saturn Security System as a Retailer Installed Accessory (R.I.A.). This security system can be installed in the following vehicles:
- 1991-1996 vehicles with power door locks - 1991-1996 vehicles without power door locks - 1997 vehicles without power door locks
OBJECTIVES: This bulletin provides the following information on the Saturn R.I.A. Security System:
Part I: MSRP and Suggested Labor Times Part II: Part Numbers Part III: Features and Descriptions Part IV: Installation Guidelines Part V: Warranty Guidelines
Additional information about the Saturn R.I.A. Security System is provided in the following sources:
- Theft Deterrent Manual (operator's guide) for the Saturn R.I.A. Security System, which is included with each R.I.A. kit
- Installation Manual for the Saturn R.I.A. Security System, which was published as a supplement to the Saturn Service Manual
Two Saturn R.I.A. Security System kits are available. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for each kit is $195.00.
Labor hours to install the Saturn R.I.A. Security System are recommended as follows: Suggested Saturn Vehicle Labor Time (hours) --------------------------------------------- ------------------ All 1991-1994 W/DOHC 2.9 All 1991-1994 W/SOHC 2.7 All 1995 with power door locks 3.2 All 1995-1996 without power door locks 2.4 1996 Sedans and Wagons with power door locks 1.9 1996 Coupes with power door locks 2.2 All 1997 without power door locks 2.1
A. R.I.A. Kits
The part numbers for the R.I.A. kits are 21024078 and 21024079. These kits are identified below.
1. P/N 21024078 - Mdl-Pkg-Theft Dtrnt
This kit services 1991-1995 vehicles with or without power door locks and 1996-1997 vehicles without power door locks. Kit components are listed below.
Part Number Part Description ----------- ----------------------------------------------------------
21023968 Module Asm-R/Con Dr Lk Rcvr Theft Dtmt
16207901 Transmitter Asm-R/Con Dr Lk (Two transmitters are included with each kit)
N/A Connector Kit-Mdl-Theft Dtmt* (service with P/Ns 1219431 and 12116716)
N/A Strip-Theft Dtmt Mdl Fstn*
21024050 Label-Theft Dtmt Sys (Two labels are included with each kit)
21024082 Card-Theft Dtmt Sys Instr (Two instruction cards are included with each kit)
S05 97001K8 Manual-Theft Dtrnt (operator's guide)**
*not serviced separately **order from Saturn Publications (1-800-828-2112, prompt 3)
Additional components are required for 1991-1996 vehicles, as illustrated below.
1991-1994 LL0 (DOHC) 1991 - 1994 L24/LK0 (SOHC) and and 1995 w/AB5 1995 w/out AB5 (i.e., with power door locks) (i.e., without power door locks) ----------------------------- -------------------------------- 21024065 Relay Asm-Start 21024065 Relay Asm-Start Mot Theft Dtrnt Mot Theft Dtrnt 21024066 Diode Asm-Theft 12020663 Clip-Wrg Harn Dtrnt Mdl 12020663 Clip-Wrg Harn
1996 w/out AU0 (i.e., without power door locks) -------------------------------- 21024065 Relay Asm-Start Mot Theft Dtrnt
The transmitter for this R.I.A. kit has the following three buttons:
- ARM - DISARM - PANIC
Refer to Part III for detail on button functionality.
2. 21024079 - Mdl-Pkg-Theft Dtrnt
This kit services 1996 vehicles with power door locks. Kit components are listed below.
Part Number Part Description ------------ -------------------------------------------------------------
21023968 Module Asm-R/Con Dr Lk Rcvr Theft Dtm
16207904 Transmitter Asm-R/Con Dr Lk (Two transmitters are included with each kit)
21024065 Relay Asm-Start Mot Theft Dtmt
N/A Wire Kit-R/Con Dr Lk Rcvr & Theft Detrnt* (service with P/N 12116716)
21024050 Label-Theft Dtmt Sys (Two labels are included with each kit)
21024082 Card-Theft Dtmt Sys Instr (Two instruction cards are included with each kit
S05 97001 K8 Manual-Theft Dtmt (operator's guide)**
*not serviced separately **order from Saturn Publications (1-800-828-2112, prompt 3)
The transmitter for this kit has the following four buttons:
- LOCK - UNLOCK - TRUNK/HATCH - PANIC
Refer to Part III for detail on button functionality.
B. Transmitter Battery P/N
The transmitter battery is serviced with Panasonic part number CR2032. Replacement batteries can be obtained by contacting Digikey at 1-800-344-4539.
PART III FEATURES AND DESCRIPTIONS
The Saturn R.I.A. Security System is operated via a transmitter. This transmitter arms and disarms the security system and operates a panic feature. Key functions and features of the R.I.A. Security System are described below.
A. Panic Feature
The horn will sound and the dome lamp will flash when the RED button with the horn symbol on the transmitter is pressed. The horn and dome lamp will cycle on and off for two minutes or until the RED button is pressed again.
B. Arming/Disarming Security System (i.e., Alarm and Starter Disable)
The system is armed automatically when the ARM button (or, for 1996 vehicles with power door locks, the LOCK button) on the transmitter is pressed. The horn will chirp once and the dome larnp will flash twice to let you know the system is armed. (Note: If a door is open when the ARM (or LOCK) button is pressed, the system will not arm and the horn will not chirp for confirmation until the door is closed.) The system is disarmed when the DISARM button (or, for 1996 vehicles with power door locks, the UNLOCK button) on the transmitter is pressed. The horn will chirp two times and the dome lamp will turn on and remain on for forty seconds or until the door is opened.
Additional Transmitter Features (if applicable)
Additional transmitter functions apply for the following vehicles. Reference the operator's guide included with the R.I.A. kit for further details.
- 1996 vehicles with power door locks
The current Remote Keyless Entry (R.K.E.) transmitter is replaced by the security system transmitter which works identically (i.e., power door lock function and trunk hatch release), only with the security features added.
- 1995 vehicles with power door locks
These vehicles do not have a Remote Keyless Entry (R.K.E.) system. However, the transmitter for the R.I.A. security system also operates the power door locks. (Note: The security system transmitter does not operate the trunk hatch release.)
C. Alarm
If any door is opened or the ignition switch is turned when the system is armed, the following will occur:
- Horn will chirp for ten seconds at a reduced volume (pre-alarm warning)
- After this ten second interval, the horn (at full volume) and dome lamp will cycle on and off for two minutes or until any transmitter button is pressed to disarm the system.
D. Starter Disable
The starter will be disabled as soon as the security system is armed.
The vehicle cannot be started until the security system is disarmed. This is done by pressing the DISARM (or UNLOCK) button on the transmitter.
If the transmitter has been lost or is malfunctioning, the operator's guide provides instructions for disarming the security system, thereby allowing the vehicle to be started.
E. Illuminated Entry
When the dome lamp is in the DOOR position and the DISARM (or UNLOCK) button on the transmitter is pressed, the dome lamp will turn on and remain lit for forty seconds or until a door is opened.
Once the door is closed, the dome lamp will remain lit for another forty seconds or until the ignition is turned.
The dome lamp feature allows the vehicle operator to see inside the vehicle before opening the door and provides light once the operator is in the car.
F. Synchronization
If a transmitter does not appear to be functioning properly, it may require synchronization. The operator's guide provides instructions for synchronizing the transmitter.
PART IV INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
A Saturn R.I.A. Security System Installation Manual was mailed to each retail facility as a supplement to the Saturn Service Manual. This manual provides instructions on installing the R.I.A. kits.
PART V WARRANTY GUIDELINES
The installation of a Saturn R.I.A. Security System must be added to the vehicle's warranty profile to allow for validation and payment of subsequent warranty repairs. Specifically, each initial installation of the Saturn R.I.A. Security System should be submitted as follows:
Sale Type Labor 0p Code --------- ------------- Internal X0017
The Saturn R.I.A. Security System is covered by the 12 month/12,000 mile parts warranty or the remainder of the 36 month/36,000 mile vehicle warranty, whichever is greater. (If sold over-the-counter, only the 12 month parts warranty applies.)
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