low beam SATURN VUE 2008 Owners Manual

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-8
Rainsense™ II Wipers.....................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-11
Cruise Control..............................................3-11
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-14
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-16
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Dome Lamp .................................................3-17
Entry Lighting...............................................3-17
Reading Lamps............................................3-17
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-17
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-18Climate Controls............................................3-19
Climate Control System.................................3-19
Automatic Climate Control System...................3-23
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-28
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-28
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-30
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-31
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-32
Trip Odometer..............................................3-32
Tachometer.................................................3-32
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-32
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-33
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-34
Charging System Light..................................3-36
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-37
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light. . . .3-37
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning Light...........................................3-38
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light. . . .3-39
Electronic Stability Program Indicator Light.......3-39
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-40
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-40
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-41
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-43
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Low Oil Level Light.......................................3-44
Change Engine Oil Light................................3-44
Security Light...............................................3-44
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-45
Cruise Control Light......................................3-45
Reduced Engine Power Light.........................3-45
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-46
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.....................3-46
All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light........................3-46
Gate Ajar Light.............................................3-46
Door Ajar Light.............................................3-47
Service Vehicle Soon Light............................3-47
Fuel Gage...................................................3-47
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-48Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-49
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-49
DIC Compass..............................................3-50
Audio System(s).............................................3-52
Setting the Clock..........................................3-53
Radio(s)......................................................3-55
Using an MP3..............................................3-64
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-68
Navigation/Radio System...............................3-69
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-70
Radio Reception...........................................3-70
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-71
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-71
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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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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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions,
but they can be especially helpful in the short periods
after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime
running lamps are required on all vehicles rst sold
in Canada.
The DRL system makes the low-beam headlamps come
on in daylight when the following conditions are met:
The engine is running,
The exterior lamp band is in AUTO, and
The light sensor determines it is daytime.
When the DRL are on, the low-beam headlamps will be
on. The taillamps, sidemarker, and other lamps will
not be on. The instrument panel will not be lit up either.
When the exterior lamp band is turned to the headlamp
position, the regular headlamps will come on. The other
lamps that come on with the headlamps will also
come on.
When the headlamps are turned off, the regular lamps
also turn off, and the low-beam headlamps turn on.
The regular headlamp system should be used when
needed.
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, the headlamps come
on automatically.
There is a light sensor located on top of the instrument
panel. Make sure it is not covered, or the headlamps
will come on when they are not needed.
The system may also turn on the headlamps when
driving through a parking garage or tunnel.
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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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Highbeam On Light
This light comes on when
the high-beam headlamps
are in use.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8
for more information.
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
This light comes on briey
when the engine is started.
It also comes on when the windshield washer uid is
low. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 5-32
for more information.
All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light
This light will come
on when there is a
malfunction in the
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
system.
This light will ash when the AWD system is temporarily
disabled.
For more information seeAll-Wheel Drive (AWD)
System on page 4-10.
Gate Ajar Light
If this light comes on, your
liftgate is not completely
closed. Driving with the
liftgate open can cause
carbon monoxide (CO) to
enter the vehicle.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 2-32for more information.
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What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. SeeRecommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-13.
Headlamp Aiming
The visual optical headlamp aiming system has been
preset at the factory and should need no further
adjustment.
However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the aim
of the headlamps may be affected and adjustment
may be necessary.
If oncoming vehicles ash their high beams at you, this
may mean the vertical aim of your headlamps needs
to be adjusted.
It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your
dealer/retailer for service if the headlamps need to
be adjusted. It is possible however, to re-aim the
headlamps as described.The vehicle should:
Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from
a light colored wall.
Have all four tires on a level surface which is level
all the way to the wall.
Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other
at surface.
Not have any snow, ice, or mud on it.
Be fully assembled and all other work stopped while
headlamp aiming is being performed.
Normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one
person or 160 lbs (75 kg) sitting on the driver seat.
Have all tires properly inated.
Have the spare tire is in its proper location.
Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle’s low-beam
headlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be correctly
aimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly.
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To adjust the vertical aim:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-11
for more information.
2. Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low-beam
headlamp.
3. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim
dot on the low-beam headlamp. Record the
distance.4. At the wall measure from the ground upward (A) to
the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it.
5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall the
width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in
Step 4.
Notice:Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam
cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may
cause excessive heat build-up which may cause
damage to the headlamp.
6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a
piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the
headlamp not being adjusted. This allows only the
beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted
to be seen on the at surface.
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7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which
are under the hood near each headlamp assembly.
The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mm
socket.
8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp
beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn it
clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the
angle of the beam.9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is
positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape
line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correct
headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows the
incorrect headlamp aim.
10. Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite
headlamp.
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