maintenance SATURN VUE 2007 Owner's Guide

When the Change Engine Oil light appears,
certain services, checks, and inspections are
required. Required services are described in the
following for “MaintenanceI” and “MaintenanceII.”
Generally, it is recommended that your rst
service be MaintenanceI, your second service
be MaintenanceII, and that you alternate
MaintenanceIand MaintenanceIIthereafter.
However, in some cases, MaintenanceIImay
be required more often.MaintenanceI— Use MaintenanceIif the
Change Engine Oil light comes on within 10
months since the vehicle was purchased or
MaintenanceIIwas performed.
MaintenanceII— Use MaintenanceIIif the
previous service performed was MaintenanceI.
Always use MaintenanceIIwhenever the light
comes on 10 months or more since the last service
or if the light has not come on at all for one year.
Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. SeeEngine Oil on page 318. Reset oil life system.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 323.An Emission Control Service.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter.
SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 324.See footnote (l).•
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 375and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month
on page 428.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
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Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d)
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid
as needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services”
in this section.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (b).•
Inspect engine cooling system.See footnote (c).•
Inspect wiper blades.See footnote (d).•
Inspect restraint system components.See footnote (e).•
Lubricate body components.See footnote (f).•
Automatic Transaxle Only: Check automatic transaxle uid level and
add uid as needed.•
Replace passenger compartment air lter.See footnote (k).•
L4 engine: Inspect throttle system.See footnote (g).•
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Additional Required Services
The following services should be performed at the rst maintenance service (IorII) after the indicated
miles (kilometers) shown for each item.
Additional Required Services
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(40 000)50,000
(80 000)75,000
(120 000)100,000
(160 000)125,000
(200 000)150,000
(240 000)
Inspect fuel system for damage
or leaks.• •••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose or
damaged components.• •••••
Replace engine air cleaner lter. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 324.•••
L4 engine: Change automatic transaxle
uid (severe service).See footnote (h).•••
L4 engine: Change automatic transaxle
uid (normal service).•
V6 engine: Change automatic transaxle
uid (severe service).See footnote (h).• •••••
V6 engine: Change automatic transaxle
uid (normal service).See footnote (m).••
Replace spark plugs.An Emission
Control Service.•
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Additional Required Services (cont’d)
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(40 000)50,000
(80 000)75,000
(120 000)100,000
(160 000)125,000
(200 000)150,000
(240 000)
V6 engine: Inspect valve clearance.•
Engine cooling system service (or every
ve years, whichever occurs rst).
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (i).•
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (p).•
Maintenance Footnotes
†The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that
the failure to perform this maintenance item will not
nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability
prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
We, however, urge that all recommended
maintenance services be performed at the indicated
intervals and the maintenance be recorded.(a)Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for
proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chang,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and
rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake
linings/shoes for wear or cracks. Inspect other
brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders,
calipers, parking brake, etc.
(b)Visually inspect front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear.
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(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced
if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated.
Inspect all pipes, ttings, and clamps; replace with
genuine Saturn parts as needed. To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling
system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside
of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.
(d)Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or
cracking. Replace wiper blades that appear
worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas
of the windshield.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all
your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are working properly. Look for any
other loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
If you see anything that might keep a safety belt
system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have
any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look
for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and
have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system
does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, door hinges
and latches, hood hinges and latches, glove box
hinges, sunroof (if equipped), and any folding
seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may berequired when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g)Check system for interference or binding
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace
parts as needed. Replace any components that
have high effort or excessive wear.
(h)Severe service is when the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C)
or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your retailer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 331 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your
retailer.
Part Saturn Part Number ACDelco®Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22676970 A1627C
Engine Oil Filter
2.2L L4 12605566 PF457G
3.5L V6 12582255 —
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 15822812 —
Spark Plugs
2.2L L4 12607280 41-105
3.5L V6 12582002 —
Wiper Blades
Driver’s Side – 24 inches (60.0 cm) 22703508 —
Passenger’s Side – 19 inches (47.5 cm) 22703507 —
Rear – 11.0 inches (28.0 cm) 22665007 —
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Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the
service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. SeeMaintenance Requirements
on page 418. Any additional information fromOwner Checks and Services on page 427can be added
on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center
(United States only)
The Owner Center is a resource for your Saturn
ownership needs. Specic vehicle information can
be found in one place.
The Online Owner Center allows you to:
Get e-mail service reminders.
Access information about your specic
vehicle, including tips and videos and
an electronic version of this owner manual.
Keep track of your vehicle’s service history
and maintenance schedule.
Find Saturn retailers for service nationwide.
Receive special promotions and privileges only
available to members.
Refer to www.saturn.com on the web for updated
information and to register your vehicle.
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