steering SATURN VUE 2008 User Guide

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-28.
B. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. SeeInstrument
Panel Brightness on page 3-16.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
D. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-31.
E. Windshield Wiper Lever. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-8.
F. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-52.
G. Auxiliary Input Jack. SeeRadio(s) on page 3-55.
H. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 3-14. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped). See
Fog Lamps on page 3-16.
I. Instrument Panel Storage Area. SeeInstrument
Panel Storage on page 2-44.
J. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-11.
K. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 3-11.L. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 3-6.
M. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-6.
N. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio Steering
Wheel Controls on page 3-70.
O. Rear Window Wiper/Washer. SeeRear Window
Wiper/Washer on page 3-11.
P. Traction Control System Button. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 4-7.
Q. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation
(Base) on page 2-22orAutomatic Transmission
Operation (Uplevel) on page 2-25.
R. Climate Control. SeeClimate Control System on
page 3-19.
S. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
T. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. SeePassenger
Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-34.
U. Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Display.
SeeSafety Belt Reminders on page 3-32.
V. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-43.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning ashers let you warn the police
and others that you have a problem. The front and rear
turn signal lamps will ash on and off.
The hazard warning
asher button is on the
instrument panel.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps ash on and off. Press again to turn
the ashers completely off.
The hazard warning ashers work even if the key is not
in the ignition switch.
Horn
Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering
wheel pad to sound the horn.
Tilt Wheel
The vehicle has a tilt steering wheel which can be
adjusted before driving.
The tilt lever is on the lower left side of the steering
column.
To tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and push the lever
down. Then, move the wheel to a comfortable position
and pull the lever up rmly to lock the steering
column in place.
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes:
GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. SeeTurn and
Lane-Change Signals on page 3-7.
3Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8.
Flash-to-Pass Feature. SeeFlash-to-Pass on
page 3-8.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has one upward (for right) and one
downward (for left) positions, which allow you to signal
a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When the turn is nished, the lever returns automatically
to the original position.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster ashes in the
direction of the turn or
lane change.
To signal a lane change, slightly raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to ash and release the lever.
The turn signal ashes automatically three times.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows
ash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other
drivers will not see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you
signal a turn, check the fuse, seeFuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 5-97and for burned-out bulbs.
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high or
high beam to low, push the turn signal lever all the way
towards the instrument panel and release it.
This indicator light turns on
in the instrument panel
cluster when the high
beams are on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
To ash the high beams from low beam, pull the turn
signal/multifunction lever all the way towards you.
Then release it.
Windshield Wipers
Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using
them. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield,
gently loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become
damaged, install new blades or blade inserts. See
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-50.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.
A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
The lever on the right side of the steering column
operates the windshield wipers. Push up or pull down
on the lever to place it in one of the following positions.
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Setting Cruise Control
{CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control on when you
are not using cruise, you might hit a button
and go into cruise when you do not want to.
You could be startled and even lose control.
Keep the cruise control switch off until you
want to use cruise control.
The cruise control buttons
are located on the left side
of the steering wheel.
E(On/Off):Press this button to turn the cruise control
system on and off. An indicator light comes on.
RES+ (Resume/Accel):Press the thumbwheel up to
resume a set speed or to accelerate to a higher speed.
−SET (Set/Coast):Press the thumbwheel down to
set a speed or to decrease the speed.
To set a speed do the following:
1. Press the on/off symbol to turn cruise control on.
The indicator light on the button comes on.
2. Get to the speed desired.
3. Press the thumbwheel toward−SET and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
When the brakes are applied, the cruise control
shuts off.
Resuming a Set Speed
If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then
the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged.
The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster goes
out when the cruise is no longer engaged. To return to
the previously set speed, press the thumbwheel up
toward RES+ briey when the vehicle has reached a
speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more.
This accelerates your vehicle to the previously selected
speed.
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Erasing Speed Memory
The cruise control set speed memory is erased when
the cruise control or the ignition is turned off.
Exterior Lamps
The exterior lamp control is
located on the instrument
panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
The exterior lamp control can be turned to the following
positions:
9(Off):This position turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is
released.
AUTO (Automatic):This position is the automatic
mode for headlamps. The exterior lamps turn on and
off, depending on outside lighting.
;(Parking Lamps):This position turns on the
parking lamps together with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
2(Headlamps):This position turns on the
headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps
and lights.
Lamps On Reminder
A warning chime sounds, if the driver’s door is opened
while the ignition is off and the lamps are on.
Wiper Activated Headlamps
This feature automatically turns on the headlamps and
parking lamps if the exterior lamp control is set in the
AUTO position and the windshield wipers are turned on
and have completed eight wipe cycles. SeeExterior
Lamps on page 3-14for additional information.
When the ignition is turned off, the wiper-activated
headlamps immediately turn off. They also turn off if
the windshield wiper control is turned off.
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Fog Lamps
If your vehicle has this feature, use the fog lamps for
better visibility in foggy or misty conditions.
Push the button with this
symbol to turn the fog
lamps on or off.
The fog lamp button is located on the instrument panel
next to the exterior lamps switch.
The fog lamp indicator in the instrument panel comes
on when the fog lamps are in use.
The parking lamps or low-beam headlamps must be on,
before the fog lamps can be turned on.
If the exterior lamp control is set to AUTO mode, the
parking lamps and low-beam headlamps come on
simultaneously when the fog lamps are turned on.When the high-beam headlamps are turned on, the fog
lamps turn off automatically. When the high-beam
headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps come on again.
Some localities have laws that require the headlamps
to be on along with the fog lamps.
Instrument Panel Brightness
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
The thumbwheel for this
feature is located on the
left side of the steering
wheel next to the exterior
lamps control.
Turn the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights
or to the left to dim them.
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If the light stays on longer than a few seconds after you
start your engine, or comes on and stays on while
you are driving, try resetting the system. To reset the
system:
1. If you are driving, pull over when it is safe to do so.
2. Place the vehicle in PARK (P).
3. Turn off the ignition.
4. Then restart the engine.
If the light remains on after resetting the system or
comes on again while driving, your vehicle needs
service. If the ABS light is on, but the regular brake
system warning light is not on, the antilock brakes are
not working properly, but the regular brakes are still
functioning. Have your vehicle serviced right away.
If both brake lights are on, you do not have antilock
brakes, and there’s a problem with your regular
brakes as well. Have your vehicle towed for service.
SeeTowing Your Vehicle on page 4-41.Speed Sensitive Power
Steering (SSPS) Warning Light
This warning light will come
on briey when you turn the
ignition to ON as a check to
show you it is working.
Then it should go out after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not come on, have it xed so it
will be able to warn you if there is a problem.
If the warning light stays on, or comes on while you are
driving, the SSPS system may not be working. If this
happens, see your dealer/retailer for service.
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Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read
the pages following to familiarize yourself with its
features.
{CAUTION:
This system provides you with far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and you
or others can be injured or killed. Always keep
your eyes on the road and your mind on the
drive — avoid engaging in extended searching
while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-3.
Here are some ways in which you can help avoid
distraction while driving.While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering wheel
controls if the vehicle has them.
Notice:Before adding any sound equipment to
your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player,
CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make
sure that it can be added by checking with your
dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering
mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment
can be added, it is very important to do it properly.
Added sound equipment may interfere with the
operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other
systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s
systems may interfere with the operation of sound
equipment that has been added.
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Finding a Station
BAND:Press to switch between AM, FM, or XM™
(if equipped). The display shows the selection.
f(Tune):Turn to select radio stations.
©SEEK¨:Press the either arrow to go to the
previous or to the next station.
To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for a few
seconds until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a
station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next
station. Press either arrow again to stop scanning.
The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong
signal that are in the selected band.
4(Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3,
and RDS Features):Press to display additional
text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM™
station, or MP3 song. A choice of additional information
such as: Channel, Song, Artist, CAT (category) can
display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label,
or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of
the labels and the information about that label displays.
When information is not available, No Info displays.
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station
favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to your
favorite stations using the presets, favorites button,
and steering wheel controls, if your vehicle has them.
SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-3.
FAV (Favorites):A maximum of 36 stations can be
programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons
positioned below the radio station frequency labels and
by using the FAV button (radio favorites page). Press
the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites,
each having six favorite stations available per page.
Each page of favorites can contain any combination of
AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped) stations. To store a station
as a favorite, perform the following steps:
1. Tune to the desired radio station.
2. Press the FAV button to display the page where
you want the station stored.
3. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons until a
beep sounds. When that pushbutton is pressed
and released, the station that was set, returns.
4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station
you want stored as a favorite.
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