Target Audience:
Enthusiast drivers seeking an affordable two-seat rear-wheel-drive roadster
Market Segment:
Entry-level premium roadster / compact convertible
Key Competitors:
Pontiac Solstice, Mazda MX-5 Miata, Honda S2000
Advantage:
Sharper exterior styling, wider rear fenders, and available turbocharged performance with the Red Line trim
Shared Platform:
GM Kappa platform shared with Pontiac Solstice and Opel GT
Standout Features:
Retractable power hardtop, rear-wheel drive, available 260 hp turbocharged engine (Red Line)
Interior:
Driver-oriented cockpit with deep-set gauges and premium accents
Manual Type:
Factory Owners Manual (digital reproduction)
Source:
Compiled in digital PDF format from the Original SATURN Factory Owners Manual
Page Count:
N/A - not specified in listing
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Required Software:
PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit, or a comparable reader
Instrument Cluster:
Gauge operation, warning lamps, and indicator functions
Entertainment Systems:
Audio and infotainment operation
Climate Controls:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning operation
Lights:
Exterior and interior lighting controls
Driver Controls:
Windshield wipers, mirrors, steering wheel, and convertible top controls
Locks and Security:
Door locks, keyless entry, and anti-theft systems
Seating and Safety Restraints:
Seat adjustment, seatbelts, and airbag system information
Driving:
Driving tips, break-in procedures, and vehicle operation guidance
Customer Assistance:
Saturn customer assistance and ownership program information
Reporting Safety Defects:
Procedures for reporting safety defects (U.S. only)
Cleaning:
Interior and exterior care instructions
Accessories:
Approved accessories and attachment information
Maintenance and Specifications
Engine Compartment:
Component layout and underhood inspection points
Engine Oil:
Oil type, capacity, and change procedures
Battery:
Battery care, jump starting, and replacement
Fuel Information:
Fuel requirements and fuel filler operation
Air Filter(s):
Engine air filter inspection and replacement
Part Numbers:
Replacement part and filter part numbers
Refill Capacities:
Fluid refill capacities for all systems
Lubricant Specifications:
Approved lubricants and fluid specifications
Audience:
Owners and DIY technicians; step-by-step factory procedures
Format Advantage:
Identical content to the traditional printed manual, searchable and printable as PDF
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Standard Engine:
2.4L LE5 inline-4 (Ecotec)
Horsepower:
Approximately 173 hp
Torque:
Approximately 167 lb-ft
Configuration:
Inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves
Optional Engine (Red Line):
2.0L LNF turbocharged inline-4, approximately 260 hp
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic fuel injection
Recommended Fuel:
Regular unleaded (premium recommended for turbo engine)
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 13 gallons
Wheelbase:
Approximately 95.5 inches
Length:
Approximately 161.3 inches
Seating Capacity:
2 occupants
Top:
Power retractable hardtop
Curb Weight:
Approximately 2,950-3,000 lb depending on trim
GVWR:
N/A - refer to manual specifications section
Airbags:
Dual-stage frontal airbags with passenger sensing system
Restraints:
Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners
Structure:
Reinforced safety cage body structure
Rollover Protection:
Popup rollbars for convertible top-down protection
Brakes:
4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Traction Control:
Traction control system (standard)
Tire Pressure Monitor:
Tire pressure monitoring system
Daytime Running Lamps:
Standard
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - refer to NHTSA/IIHS records for this model year
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with CD player and auxiliary input
Optional Audio:
Premium sound system with subwoofer on equipped trims
Controls:
Steering wheel mounted audio controls (if equipped)
OnStar:
OnStar telematics system (if equipped)
Driver Aids:
N/A - 2008 model year predates modern driver assistance features
Oil Change:
Per Oil Life Monitor, typically every 5,000-7,500 miles
Tire Rotation:
With every oil change interval
Air Filter:
Inspect at regular intervals; replace as needed
Full Schedule:
Detailed intervals in Maintenance and Specifications section of the manual
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 (dexos/GM approved specification of the era)
Refill Capacities:
Listed in the manual's Refill Capacities section
Lubricants:
GM-approved lubricant specifications listed in manual
Coolant:
GM-approved extended-life coolant
Known Issues / Common Wear
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads, air filter, wiper blades, and battery
Convertible Top:
Inspect top mechanism seals and drains regularly
Manufacturer:
Saturn Corporation, a General Motors brand
Platform:
GM Kappa rear-wheel-drive platform, shared with Pontiac Solstice and Opel GT
Debut:
Sky introduced for the 2007 model year as Saturn's first roadster
Performance Variant:
Sky Red Line with turbocharged 2.0L engine added alongside the base model
Production End:
Sky production ended after 2010 when GM discontinued the Saturn brand
Assembly Plant:
Wilmington, Delaware, USA
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