oil temperature SATURN VUE 2007 Owners Manual

Engine Coolant Heater
Your vehicle may have this feature. In very cold
weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant
heater can provide easier starting and better
fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually,
the coolant heater should be plugged in a
minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use
of the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle
may also have an internal thermostat in the
plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of
the engine coolant heater when the temperature
is at or above 0°F (−18°C) as noted on the cord.
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical
cord. The engine coolant heater cord is
located near the air cleaner box on the
passenger side of the engine compartment.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 314for more information on location.
3. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded
110-volt AC outlet.
{CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded
outlet could cause an electrical shock.
Also, the wrong kind of extension cord
could overheat and cause a re. You
could be seriously injured. Plug the cord
into a properly grounded three-prong
110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not
reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug
and store the cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts. If you do
not, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater
plugged in? The answer depends on the outside
temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some
other things. Instead of trying to list everything here,
we ask that you contact your retailer in the area
where you will be parking your vehicle. The
dealer/retailer can give you the best advice
for that particular area.
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Oils meeting these
requirements should
have the starburst
symbol on the
container. This
symbol indicates that
the oil has been
certied by the
American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Look for this information on the oil container, and
use only those oils that are identied as meeting
GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst
symbol on the front of the oil container.Notice:Use only engine oil identied as
meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing
the American Petroleum Institute Certied
For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure
to use the recommended oil can result in
engine damage not covered by your warranty.
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where
the temperature falls below−20°F (−29°C), it is
recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both provide
easier cold starting and better protection for
the engine at extremely low temperatures.
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Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you
know when to change the engine oil and lter.
This is based on engine revolutions and engine
temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving
conditions, the mileage at which an oil change
will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil
life system to work properly, you must reset the
system every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has
been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is
necessary. A change engine oil light will come on.
SeeChange Engine Oil Light on page 179. Change
the oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles
(1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving
under the best conditions, the oil life system might
not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over
a year. However, the engine oil and lter must be
changed at least once a year and at this time the
system must be reset. Your dealer/retailer has
trained service people who will perform this work
using genuine parts and reset the system. It is also
important to check the oil regularly and keep it at
the proper level.If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change the oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since
your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life
system whenever the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life
System
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to
change the engine oil and lter based on vehicle
use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the
system so it can calculate when the next oil
change is required. If a situation occurs where you
change the oil prior to a change engine oil light
being turned on, reset the system.
After changing the engine oil, reset the system:
1. Turn the ignition key to RUN with the
engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal
three times within ve seconds.
If the change engine oil light is ashing, the
system is reset. The light will ash for up
to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned off.
If the light comes on again and stays on for
30 seconds at the next ignition cycle, it did not
reset. You will need to reset the system again.
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(3.5L V6 Engine)
When to Check and Change Automatic
Transaxle Fluid
A good time to check your automatic transaxle
uid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change the uid at the intervals listed inAdditional
Required Services on page 423, and be sure to
use the transaxle uid listed inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 432.
How to Check Automatic
Transaxle Fluid
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you
may choose to have this done at your retailer’s
service department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here, or you could get a false reading
on the dipstick.Notice:Too much or too little uid can damage
the transaxle. Too much can mean that some of
the uid could come out and fall on hot engine
or exhaust system parts, starting a re. Too
little uid could cause the transaxle to overheat.
Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check
the transaxle uid.
Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the
transaxle uid level if you have been driving:
When outside temperatures are
above 90°F (32°C).
At high speed for quite a while.
In heavy traffic — especially in hot weather.
While pulling a trailer.
To get the right reading, the uid should be at
normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to
200°F (82°C to 93°C).
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about
15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are
above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C),
you may have to drive longer.
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Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is
self-adjusting. The hydraulic clutch system does
not have its own reservoir. The system receives
uid from the brake master cylinder reservoir. It is
lled with DOT-3 brake uid. SeeBrakes on
page 343for more information.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is lled with
DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is
designed to remain in your vehicle for ve years
or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever
occurs rst, if you add only DEX-COOL
®
extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and
how to add coolant when it is low. If you have
a problem with engine overheating, seeEngine
Overheating on page 334.A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to
−34°F (−37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®
may cause premature engine, heater core, or
radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine
coolant may require changing sooner, at
the rst maintenance service after each
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs rst. Any repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Always
use DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant in
your vehicle.
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(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired
and the uid level checked. Add uid if needed.
(k)Or every 12 months, whichever occurs rst.
If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
the lter may require replacement more often.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Change the uid the rst time the vehicle
is serviced after 100,000 miles (166 000 km)
and when the vehicle is serviced after each
subsequent 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
(n)Severe service is when the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In very high temperatures — over
110°F (43°C).
In very low temperatures — under
-20°F (-29°C).
When doing frequent trailer towing.
(p)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your Saturn retailer
can assist you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed
at once. Whenever any uids or lubricants
are added to your vehicle, make sure they are
the proper ones, as shown inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 432.
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E
EDR ............................................................ 455
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 409
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 409
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 410
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 409
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 411
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 409
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 324
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 179
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 175
Coolant.................................................... 331
Coolant Heater......................................... 113
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 174
Coolant Temperature Warning Light.......... 173
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 435
Engine Compartment Overview................ 314
Exhaust................................................... 123
Oil ........................................................... 318
Oil Life System........................................ 323
Overheating............................................. 334
Reduced Power Light............................... 179Engine (cont.)
Running While Parked............................. 124
Starting.................................................... 111
Entry Lighting.............................................. 153
Event Data Recorders................................. 455
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 41
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 324
Finish Damage............................................ 405
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 225
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 142
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 144
Flat Tire...................................................... 385
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 386
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 397
Fluid
Manual Transaxle..................................... 330
Windshield Washer.................................. 341
Fog Lamp
Fog .......................................................... 152
Folding Rear Seat......................................... 18
Folding Seatback, Passenger........................ 16
Footwell Lamps........................................... 153
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Horn............................................................ 142
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 25
Hydraulic Clutch.......................................... 331
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 109
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 45
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 374
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 140
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 152
Cluster..................................................... 162
Interior Lamps............................................. 152
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 348
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 96
Keys............................................................. 95
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 367
Lamps
Dome....................................................... 153
Footwell................................................... 153
Map ......................................................... 153
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 55
License Plate Lamps................................... 364
Liftgate
Carbon Monoxide..................................... 103
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 165
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 171
Battery Warning....................................... 169
Brake System Warning............................. 170
Change Engine Oil................................... 179
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator............ 180
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning....... 173
Gate Ajar................................................. 180
Highbeam On.......................................... 180
Low Coolant Warning............................... 174
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 181
Low Traction............................................ 173
Malfunction Indicator................................ 175
Oil Pressure............................................. 178
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Manual Lumbar Controls............................... 11
Manual Reclining Seatbacks.......................... 12
Manual Seats.................................................. 9
Manual Transaxle
Fluid........................................................ 330
Operation................................................. 117
Map Lamps................................................. 153
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature
Display................................................. 125
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 128
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 127
MP3 ............................................................ 202
MyGMLink.com............................................ 443
N
Navigation System, Privacy......................... 456
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 109
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts....... 434
O
Odometer.................................................... 163
Odometer, Trip............................................ 163Off-Road Driving.......................................... 247
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 243
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 179
Engine..................................................... 318
Pressure Light.......................................... 178
Oil, Engine Oil Life System......................... 323
Older Children, Restraints............................. 42
Online Owner Center................................... 443
OnStar, Privacy........................................... 456
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual........ 128
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 159
Outlets
Accessory Power..................................... 154
Outside
Convex Mirror.......................................... 128
Power Mirrors.......................................... 127
Owner Checks and Services....................... 427
Owners, Canadian.......................................... 3
P
Paint, Damage............................................ 405
Park (P)
Shifting Into............................................. 120
Shifting Out of......................................... 121
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