park assist SATURN AURA HYBRID 2010 Owners Manual

Notice:Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle
is moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle
is stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition key to START. When the engine starts,
let go of the key. The idle speed goes down as your
engine gets warm. Do not race the engine
immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and
transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up
and lubricate all moving parts.
The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking
System. This feature assists in starting the
engine and protects components. If the key is
turned to the START position, and then released
when the engine begins cranking, the engine
continues cranking for a few seconds or until the
vehicle starts. If the engine does not start and
the key is held in START, cranking stops after
15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To
prevent gear damage, this system also prevents
cranking if the engine is already running. Engine
cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition
switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
position.Notice:Cranking the engine for long periods of
time, by returning the key to the START position
immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat
and damage the cranking motor, and drain the
battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try,
to let the cranking motor cool down.
2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or
−18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to
the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds.
Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow
the cranking motor to cool down. When the
engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If
the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the
same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from
the engine. Do not race the engine immediately
after starting it. Operate the engine and
transmission gently until the oil warms up and
lubricates all moving parts.
Notice:Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,
check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, your
engine might not perform properly. Any resulting
damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranty.
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Steering
If the engine stalls while driving, the power steering assist
system will continue to operate until you are able to stop
the vehicle. If power steering assist is lost because the
electric power steering system is not functioning, the
vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort.
If you turn the steering wheel in either direction several
times until it stops, or hold the steering wheel in the
stopped position for an extended amount of time, you
may notice a reduced amount of power steering assist.
The normal amount of power steering assist should return
shortly after a few normal steering movements.
The electric power steering system does not require
regular maintenance. If you suspect steering system
problems, contact your dealer/retailer for service repairs.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-41.
Steering Tips
It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Traction in a curve depends on the condition of the tires
and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is
banked, and vehicle speed. While in a curve, speed is
the one factor that can be controlled.If there is a need to reduce speed, do it before entering
the curve, while the front wheels are straight.
Try to adjust the speed so you can drive through
the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to
accelerate until out of the curve, and then accelerate
gently into the straightaway.
Steering in Emergencies
There are times when steering can be more effective
than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find
a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out
from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked
cars and stops right in front of you. These problems can
be avoided by braking — if you can stop in time. But
sometimes you cannot stop in time because there is no
room. That is the time for evasive action — steering
around the problem.
The vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like
these. First apply the brakes. SeeBraking on page 5-3.
It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a
collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or
right depending on the space available.
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Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of engine
overheating.
There is an engine coolant temperature warning light
on the vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light on page 4-30for more
information.
You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning
appears, but instead get service help right away.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 8-7.
If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle
is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are
running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should
be running. If they are not, do not continue to run
the engine and have the vehicle serviced.
Notice:Engine damage from running the engine
without coolant is not covered by the warranty.
Notice:If the engine catches re because of being
driven with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly
damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty.
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine
Compartment
{WARNING:
Steam from an overheated engine can burn you
badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away
from the engine if you see or hear steam coming
from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from
the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no
sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.
If you keep driving when your engine is overheated,
the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could
be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats,
and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool.
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If a Tire Goes Flat
Your vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit.
SeeTire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 6-66.
There is no spare tire, no tire changing equipment,
and no place to store a tire.
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving,
especially if you maintain your tires properly. SeeTires
on page 6-43. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more
likely to leak out slowly. But, if you should ever have a
blow out, here are a few tips about what to expect and
what to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer
to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop
well out of the traffic lane.
A rear blow out, particularly on a curve, acts much like a
skid and may require the same correction you would use
in a skid. In any rear blow out, remove your foot from
the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by
steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be
very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently
brake to a stop, well off the road if possible.If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage
by driving slowly to a level place and stopping.
Then do this:
1. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 4-3.
2. Park your vehicle. Set the parking brake firmly and
put the shift lever in P (Park). SeeShifting Into Park
on page 3-30.
3. Turn off the engine.
4. Inspect the flat tire.
If the tire has been separated from the wheel, has
damaged sidewalls, or has a puncture larger than a
1⁄4inch (6 mm), the tire is too severely damaged for
the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 8-7.
If the tire has a puncture less than a
1⁄4inch (6 mm)
in the tread area of the tire, seeTire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 6-66.
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Arming the System.........................................3-17
Assistance Program, Roadside........................... 8-7
Audio System.........................................4-51, 4-69
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................4-80
Radio Reception..........................................4-82
Setting the Clock.........................................4-52
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................4-80
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............4-83
Audio System(s).............................................4-53
Auto Stop Mode.............................................4-36
Automatic Climate Control System.....................4-16
Automatic Engine Start/Stop.....................1-23, 3-24
Automatic Headlamp System............................4-12
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................6-22
Operation...................................................3-27
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control
System Check.............................................. 7-8
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................4-83
Battery..........................................................6-34
Electric Power Management..........................4-13
Run-Down Protection...................................4-14
Battery Replacement......................................... 3-6Belt Routing, Engine.......................................7-12
Blizzard Conditions..........................................5-18
Bluetooth Controls...........................................4-70
Bluetooth
®.....................................................4-69
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 5-5
Brake Adjustment............................................6-33
Brake Fluid....................................................6-31
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................6-33
Brake Wear...................................................6-32
Brakes..........................................................6-31
Antilock....................................................... 5-4
Parking......................................................3-29
Regenerative Braking...................................3-30
System Warning Light..................................4-27
Braking........................................................... 5-3
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 5-5
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................3-21
Bulb Replacement...........................................6-42
Halogen Bulbs............................................6-39
Headlamp Aiming........................................6-39
Headlamps.................................................6-39
License Plate Lamps....................................6-41
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps.................................6-40
Buying New Tires...........................................6-58
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Fuel (cont.)
Filling the Tank............................................. 6-9
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 6-8
Gage .........................................................4-35
Gasoline Octane........................................... 6-6
Gasoline Specifications.................................. 6-7
Fuel Economy
Driving for Better.........................................1-27
Fuses...........................................................6-83
Engine Compartment Fuse Block...................6-86
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................6-83
Rear Compartment Fuse Block......................6-89
Windshield Wiper.........................................6-82
G
Gages
Charge/Assist..............................................4-36
Fuel..........................................................4-35
Speedometer..............................................4-23
Tachometer.................................................4-23
Trip Odometer.............................................4-23
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 6-6
Specifications............................................... 6-7
Glove Box.....................................................3-36
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 8-6
H
Halogen Bulbs................................................6-39
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 4-3
Head Restraints............................................... 2-2
Headlamps....................................................4-10
Aiming .......................................................6-39
Bulb Replacement.......................................6-39
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).....................4-11
Delayed.....................................................4-11
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 4-5
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
On Reminder..............................................4-10
Headlamps Off in Park....................................4-11
Heated Seats................................................... 2-5
Heated Seats (If Equipped)................................ 1-9
Heater
Engine Coolant...........................................3-26
Highbeam On Light.........................................4-34
High-Speed Operation, Tires.............................6-50
Highway Hypnosis...........................................5-15
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................5-16
Hood
Checking Things Under................................6-12
Release.....................................................6-12
Horn ............................................................... 4-3
How OnStar Service Works..............................1-28
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................2-26
Rear Seat......................................................1-10
Rear Seat Air Outlet........................................4-21
Rear Window Defogger....................................4-20
Rearview Mirrors.............................................3-35
Receiving a Call.............................................4-76
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 2-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................7-10
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................5-25
Regenerative Braking......................................3-30
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 8-6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............3-3, 3-4
Remote Trunk Release....................................3-13
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 3-7
Removal and Installation of the
Sealant Canister..........................................6-72
Repair Facility................................................8-12
Replacement Bulbs.........................................6-42
Replacement Parts
Maintenance...............................................7-11
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................6-33
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................8-14
Saturn.......................................................8-15
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................2-73
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................2-74Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................3-22
Ride Control Systems....................................... 5-6
Electronic Stability (ESC)................................ 5-6
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................5-20
Roof
Sunroof......................................................3-37
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................3-34
S
Safety Belt Pretensioners.................................2-26
Safety Belt Reminder Light...............................4-24
Safety Belts...................................................2-73
Care of ......................................................6-76
Extender....................................................2-30
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................2-16
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................2-24
Reminders..................................................4-24
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................2-11
Use During Pregnancy.................................2-29
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government..................................8-14
Saturn.......................................................8-15
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-3
Scheduling Appointments................................... 8-9
Sealant Kit, Tire..............................................6-66
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Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 2-2
Heated Seats............................................... 2-5
Power Lift Seat............................................. 2-9
Power Lumbar .............................................. 2-5
Power Seats................................................. 2-4
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 2-6
Split Folding Rear Seat.................................. 2-9
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................2-49
Right Front Seat Position..............................2-52
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the
Vehicle.......................................................2-39
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint......2-39
Security
Light..........................................................4-34
Service........................................................... 6-3
Accessories and Modifications......................... 6-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 6-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 6-4
Engine Soon Lamp......................................4-31
Parts Identification Label...............................6-81
Publications Ordering Information...................8-15
Scheduling Appointments................................ 8-9
Service Bulletins.............................................8-16
Service Manuals.............................................8-15
Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance...... 8-8
Services Provided............................................. 8-8Services Specific to Canadian Purchased
Vehicles....................................................... 8-8
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............2-71
Setting the Clock....................................1-18, 4-52
Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble).............4-56
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................6-80
Shifting
Out of Park................................................3-32
Shifting Into Park............................................3-30
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................2-26
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 4-4
Skidding........................................................5-12
Specifications and Capacities............................6-92
Speedometer..................................................4-23
Split Folding Rear Seat..................................... 2-9
Start Vehicle, Remote....................................... 3-7
Starter Switch Check........................................ 7-8
Starting the Engine.........................................3-22
Starting the Vehicle........................................... 1-5
Steering........................................................5-10
Steering in Emergencies..................................5-10
Steering Tips..................................................5-10
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................4-80
Steering Wheel, Tilt and Telescopic..................... 4-3
Storage Areas
Center Console...........................................3-37
Convenience Net.........................................3-37
Cupholders.................................................3-36
Glove Box..................................................3-36
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