brake light SATURN VUE 2009 Owner's Manual

Brakes
Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder reservoir
is lled with DOT 3 brake uid. See
Engine Compartment Overview on
page 5-12for the location of the
reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the
brake uid level in the reservoir
might go down:
The brake uid level goes down
because of normal brake lining
wear. When new linings are
installed, the uid level goes
back up.
A uid leak in the brake hydraulic
system can also cause a low uid
level. Have the brake hydraulic
system xed, since a leak means
that sooner or later the brakes will
not work well.Do not top off the brake uid. Adding
uid does not correct a leak. If uid is
added when the linings are worn,
there will be too much uid when new
brake linings are installed. Add or
remove brake uid, as necessary,
only when work is done on the brake
hydraulic system.
{CAUTION
If too much brake uid is added, it
can spill on the engine and burn,
if the engine is hot enough. You
or others could be burned, and
the vehicle could be damaged.
Add brake uid only when work is
done on the brake hydraulic
system.
When the brake uid falls to a low
level, the brake warning light comes
on. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 3-31.What to Add
Use only new DOT 3 brake uid
from a sealed container. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-13.
Always clean the brake uid
reservoir cap and the area around
the cap before removing it. This
helps keep dirt from entering
the reservoir.{CAUTION
With the wrong kind of uid in
the brake hydraulic system, the
brakes might not work well. This
could cause a crash. Always use
the proper brake uid.
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Notice:
Using the wrong uid can badly
damage brake hydraulic system
parts. For example, just a few
drops of mineral-based oil,
such as engine oil, in the brake
hydraulic system can damage
brake hydraulic system parts so
badly that they will have to be
replaced. Do not let someone
put in the wrong kind of uid.
If brake uid is spilled on the
vehicle’s painted surfaces, the
paint nish can be damaged. Be
careful not to spill brake uid
on the vehicle. If you do, wash it
off immediately. SeeWashing
Your Vehicle on page 5-75.
Brake Wear
This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc
brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake
pads are worn and new pads are
needed. The sound can come
and go or be heard all the time the
vehicle is moving, except when
applying the brake pedal rmly.
{CAUTION
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will
not work well. That could lead to
an accident. When the brake wear
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced.
Notice:Continuing to drive with
worn-out brake pads could
result in costly brake repair.Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are rst applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent
brake pulsation. When tires are
rotated, inspect brake pads for wear
and evenly tighten wheel nuts in
the proper sequence to torque
specications inCapacities and
Specifications on page 5-86.
Brake linings should always be
replaced as complete axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer/retailer if the brake
pedal does not return to normal
height, or if there is a rapid increase
in pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service might be required.
Brake Adjustment
Every time the brakes are applied,
with or without the vehicle moving,
the brakes adjust for wear.
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Jump Starting
If the vehicle battery has run down,
you may want to use another vehicle
and some jumper cables to start your
vehicle. Be sure to use the following
steps to do it safely.
{CAUTION
Batteries can hurt you. They can
be dangerous because:
They contain acid that can
burn you.
They contain gas that can
explode or ignite.
They contain enough
electricity to burn you.
If you do not follow these steps
exactly, some or all of these
things can hurt you.
Notice:Ignoring these steps
could result in costly damage to
the vehicle that would not be
covered by the warranty.Trying to start the vehicle by
pushing or pulling it will not work,
and it could damage the vehicle.
1. Check the other vehicle. It
must have a 12-volt battery with
a negative ground system.
Notice:If the other vehicle’s
system is not a 12-volt system
with a negative ground, both
vehicles can be damaged. Only
use vehicles with 12-volt systems
with negative grounds to jump
start your vehicle.
2. Get the vehicles close enough
so the jumper cables can reach,
but be sure the vehicles are not
touching each other. If they are, it
could cause a ground connection
you do not want. You would not
be able to start your vehicle, and
the bad grounding could damage
the electrical systems.To avoid the possibility of the
vehicles rolling, set the parking
brake rmly on both vehicles
involved in the jump start
procedure. Put the transmission
in P (Park) before setting the
parking brake.
Notice:If you leave the radio or
other accessories on during the
jump starting procedure, they
could be damaged. The repairs
would not be covered by the
warranty. Always turn off the radio
and other accessories when jump
starting the vehicle.
3. Turn off the ignition on both
vehicles. Unplug unnecessary
accessories plugged into the
cigarette lighter or the accessory
power outlet. Turn off the radio
and all lamps that are not needed.
This will avoid sparks, helping
save both batteries and the radio.
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Fuses Usage
4WD/ESCMAll-Wheel Drive
System
ABSAntilock Brake
System Module
A/C CLTCHAir Conditioning
Compressor
BLWR MTR Blower Motor
AMP Amplier
HORN Horn
ABSAntilock Brake
System Module
I/P BECInstrument Panel
Bussed Electrical
CenterFuses Usage
FRT FOG Front Fog Lamps
I/P BECInstrument Panel
Bussed Electrical
Center
DRLDaytime Running
Light
T/LAMP RTRight Turn and
Parking Lamps
T/LAMP LTLeft Turn and
Parking Lamps
TRLR
T/LAMPTrailer Parking
Lamps
HDLPHILTPassenger Side
High-Beam
HeadlampFuses Usage
STOP LP Stoplamps
DEFOG Defroster Fog
HDLP
LO RTDriver Side
Low-Beam
Headlamp
HDLP
LO LTPassenger Side
Low-Beam
Headlamp
HDLP
HI RTDriver Side
High-Beam
Headlamp
OSRVM
HTROutside Rearview
Mirror Heating
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MaintenanceI—Use
Maintenance Iif the Change Engine
Oil light displays within 10 months
since the vehicle was purchased or
Maintenance IIwas performed. Maintenance
II—Use
Maintenance IIif the previous
service performed was
Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance
IIwhenever the light
displays 10 months or more since
the last service or if the light has not
come on at all for one year.
Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenance II
Change engine oil and lter. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. Reset oil life
system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-16 .An Emission Control
Service. ••
Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). ••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17 .See footnote (l). •
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 5-56 and “Tire Wear Inspection” in At Least Once a Month on
page 6-10. ••
Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). ••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid as
needed. ••
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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, chafing, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear
and rotors for surface condition.
Inspect other brake parts, including
calipers, parking brake, etc.
(b)Visually inspect front and rear
suspension and steering system for
damaged, loose, or missing parts
or signs of wear.(c)Visually inspect hoses and have
them replaced if they are cracked,
swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect
all pipes, fittings, and clamps;
replace with genuine 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)Inspect wiper blades for wear,
cracking, or contamination.
Clean the windshield and wiper
blades, if contaminated. Replace
wiper blades that are worn or
damaged. See Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement on page 5-42
and Windshield and Wiper
Blades on page 5-76 for more
information.(e)Make sure the safety belt
reminder light and safety belt
assemblies 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 see Checking the Restraint
Systems on page 1-58.
(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 be required
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.
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A
About Driving Your Vehicle......... ii
Accessories and
Modications...................... 5-3
Accessory Power.................2-17
Accessory Power Outlets......3-16
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle....1-57
Additional Required Services,
Scheduled Maintenance....... 6-6
Additives, Fuel...................... 5-6
Add-On Electrical
Equipment.......................5-79
Adjustment
Chime Level....................3-93
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.......5-17
Air Conditioning...................3-17
Air Filter, Passenger
Compartment...................3-24
Airbag
Readiness Light................3-29
Airbag System.....................1-42
Adding Equipment to
Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle........................1-57
How Does an Airbag
Restrain?.....................1-49Airbag System (cont.)
Passenger Sensing
System........................1-51
Servicing Your
Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle........................1-56
What Makes an Airbag
Inate?........................1-49
What Will You See After
an Airbag Inates?........1-50
When Should an Airbag
Inate?........................1-47
Where Are the Airbags?.....1-45
Airbags
Passenger Status
Indicator.......................3-30
All-Wheel Drive....................5-35
All-Wheel Drive Disabled
Light...............................3-40
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD)
System............................. 4-9
Antenna
Fixed Mast......................3-93
Antenna, XM™ Satellite
Radio Antenna System......3-93
Antilock Brake
System (ABS).................... 4-6
Warning Light...................3-32Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels.............5-77
Care of Safety Belts..........5-74
Chemical Paint Spotting.....5-78
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/
Lenses........................5-75
Fabric/Carpet...................5-73
Finish Care......................5-76
Finish Damage.................5-78
Instrument Panel, Vinyl,
and Other Plastic
Surfaces......................5-74
Interior Cleaning...............5-72
Leather...........................5-74
Sheet Metal Damage........5-78
Tires...............................5-77
Underbody Maintenance....5-78
Washing Your Vehicle........5-75
Weatherstrips...................5-75
Windshield and Wiper
Blades.........................5-76
Assistance Program,
Roadside.......................... 7-6
Audio System......................3-64
Audio Steering Wheel
Controls.......................3-92
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual . . . 3-81
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Audio System (cont.)
Setting the Clock..............3-65
XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna System............3-93
Audio System(s)..................3-67
Audio Systems
Radio Reception...............3-92
Theft-Deterrent Feature......3-91
Automatic Climate Control
System...........................3-20
Automatic Door Lock.............. 2-8
Automatic Door Unlock........... 2-8
Automatic Headlamp
System...........................3-13
Automatic Transmission
Fluid...............................5-18
Operation................2-19, 2-22
B
Battery...............................5-30
Electric Power
Management.................3-15
Run-Down Protection.........3-16
Belt Routing, Engine.............6-16
Bluetooth
®..........................3-81
Brake
Emergencies...................... 4-6
Brake Fluid.........................5-28Brakes...............................5-28
Antilock............................. 4-6
Parking...........................2-24
System Warning Light.......3-31
Braking................................ 4-5
Braking in Emergencies.......... 4-6
Break-In, New Vehicle..........2-15
Bulb Replacement................5-41
Fog Lamp ........................3-14
Front Turn Signal and
Parking Lamps..............5-40
Halogen Bulbs..................5-39
Headlamp Aiming..............5-36
Headlamps......................5-39
License Plate Lamps.........5-41
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Stoplamps and Back-up
Lamps .........................5-40
Buying New Tires.................5-58
C
Calibration..........................3-47
California
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements................. 5-4
California Fuel....................... 5-6
California Proposition 65
Warning............................ 5-4Camera, Rear Vision............2-31
Canadian Owners..................... ii
Capacities and
Specications...................5-86
Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust................2-28
Liftgate............................. 2-9
Winter Driving..................4-25
Care of
Safety Belts.....................5-74
Cargo
Tie Downs .......................2-44
Cargo Cover.......................2-44
Cargo Management System . . . 2-44
CD, MP3 ............................3-75
Center Console Storage........2-42
Chains, Tire........................5-62
Charging System Light..........3-31
Check
Engine Lamp...................3-35
Checking Things Under
the Hood .........................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting........5-78
Child Restraints
Infants and Young
Children.......................1-26
Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children.......1-31
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Highway Hypnosis................4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads.......4-24
Hood
Checking Things Under.....5-10
Release..........................5-11
Horn .................................... 3-5
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly..........................1-14
I
Ignition Positions..................2-16
Infants and Young Children,
Restraints........................1-26
Ination - Tire Pressure.........5-49
Instrument Panel
Brightness.......................3-14
Cluster............................3-27
Overview........................... 3-4
Storage Area....................2-42
Introduction........................... 6-1
J
Jump Starting......................5-31
K
Keyless Entry, Remote
Operation.......................... 2-4
Keyless Entry System............ 2-3
Keys.................................... 2-2
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall..........5-44
Lamp
Malfunction Indicator.........3-35
Lamps
Daytime Running (DRL).....3-13
Dome .............................3-14
Front Turn Signal and
Parking Lamps..............5-40
License Plate...................5-41
Reading..........................3-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt................1-19
LATCH System for Child
Restraints........................1-31
Liftgate
Carbon Monoxide............... 2-9
Lighting
Entry..............................3-14Lights
Airbag Readiness.............3-29
All-Wheel Drive Disabled....3-40
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning..............3-32
Brake System Warning......3-31
Change Engine Oil...........3-38
Charging System..............3-31
Cruise Control..................3-38
Daytime Running Lamps
Indicator.......................3-39
Door Ajar.........................3-40
Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning.....3-34
Exterior Lamps.................3-12
Flash-to-Pass..................... 3-7
Fog Lamp ........................3-38
Gate Ajar.........................3-40
Highbeam On...................3-39
High/Low Beam Changer..... 3-7
Low Fuel Warning.............3-41
Low Washer Fluid
Warning.......................3-40
Oil Pressure.....................3-37
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator.......................3-30
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Oil
Change Engine Oil Light....3-38
Engine............................5-14
Engine Oil Life System......5-16
Pressure Light..................3-37
Older Children, Restraints......1-23
Online Owner Center.............. 7-4
OnStar, Privacy....................7-17
OnStar
®System, see
OnStar®Manual...............2-33
Operation, Universal Home
Remote System................2-37
Outlet Adjustment.................3-24
Outlets
Accessory Power..............3-16
Outside
Convex Mirror..................2-30
Heated Mirrors.................2-30
Power Mirrors..................2-29
Owner Checks and Services . . . 6-10
Owners, Canadian.................... ii
P
Paint, Damage.....................5-78
Park
Shifting Into.....................2-25
Shifting Out of..................2-27Parking
Over Things That Burn......2-27
Parking Brake......................2-24
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator..........................3-30
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter...............................3-24
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-51
Passing..............................4-11
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic
Immobilizer......................2-13
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic
Immobilizer Operation........2-14
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements, California...... 5-4
Phone
Bluetooth
®.......................3-81
Power
Door Locks........................ 2-8
Electrical System..............5-80
Reduced Engine Light.......3-39
Retained
Accessory (RAP)...........2-17
Seat................................. 1-4
Steering Fluid...................5-26
Windows.........................2-10
Power Steering Warning
Lights.............................3-33Pregnancy, Using Safety
Belts...............................1-23
Privacy...............................7-16
Navigation System............7-17
OnStar............................7-17
Radio Frequency
Identication (RFID).......7-17
Proposition 65 Warning,
California.......................... 5-4
R
Radio Frequency
Identication (RFID),
Privacy............................7-17
Radio(s).............................3-67
Radios
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual . . . 3-81
Reception........................3-92
Setting the Clock..............3-65
Theft-Deterrent.................3-91
Rainsense™ II Wipers............ 3-8
Reading Lamps...................3-15
Rear Door Security Locks....... 2-8
Rear Seat Armrest...............2-44
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)....2-31
Rear Window Washer/Wiper.... 3-9
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