overheating SATURN OUTLOOK 2008 User Guide

Checking Coolant
The coolant recovery tank
cap has this symbol on it.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12
for more information on the location of the coolant
recovery tank.
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking
the coolant level.
When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at
the FULL COLD line or a little higher. When the engine is
warm, the level could be above the FULL COLD level.
The FULL COLD line is marked on the coolant
recovery tank.
Adding Coolant
If more coolant is needed, add the proper DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be
careful not to spill it.
If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add
coolant to the radiator. SeeEngine Overheating
on page 5-23.
{CAUTION:
Turning the radiator pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam
and scalding liquids to blow out and burn
you badly. With the coolant recovery tank,
you will almost never have to add coolant at
the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure
cap — even a little — when the engine and
radiator are hot.
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{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine.
Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator.
For information on how to add coolant to the radiator,
seeCooling System on page 5-26.
Radiator Pressure Cap
Notice:If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,
coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur.
Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for
more information on location.
Engine Overheating
There is an engine coolant temperature gage on your
vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 3-47.
Your vehicle may also have an ENGINE OVERHEATED
IDLE ENGINE and ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP
ENGINE message displayed in the Driver Information
Center (DIC). SeeDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 3-64.
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{CAUTION:
Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine
parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them.
If you do, you can be burned.
Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you
run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That
could cause an engine re, and you could be
burned. Get any leak xed before you drive the
vehicle.If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check
to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running.
If the engine is overheating, both fans should be
running. If they are not, your vehicle needs service.
Notice:Engine damage from running the engine
without coolant is not covered by the warranty.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®can
cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could
require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km)
or 24 months, whichever occurs rst. Any repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Always use DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant
in the vehicle.
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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires
made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever
have questions about your tire warranty and where
to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty
booklet for details.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used
tires are dangerous.
Overloading your vehicle’s tires can
cause overheating as a result of too
much exing. You could have an
air-out and a serious accident. See
Loading the Vehicle on page 4-22.
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Underinated tires pose the same
danger as overloaded tires. The
resulting accident could cause serious
injury. Check all tires frequently to
maintain the recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be checked when
your vehicle’s tires are cold. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-56.
Overinated tires are more likely
to be cut, punctured, or broken by
a sudden impact — such as when
you hit a pothole. Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If the tire’s tread is badly worn, or
if your vehicle’s tires have been
damaged, replace them.
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E
EDR .............................................................7-18
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-110
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-111
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-111
Power Windows and Other Power Options.......5-111
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-115
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-110
Electronic Immobilizer
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-23
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-24
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-18
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-48
Coolant......................................................5-20
Coolant Heater............................................2-29
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-47
Coolant Temperature Warning Light................3-47
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-14
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-37
Oil .............................................................5-13
Oil Life System...........................................5-16Engine (cont.)
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........5-25
Overheating................................................5-23
Starting......................................................2-27
Entry Lighting.................................................3-18
Event Data Recorders.....................................7-18
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-38
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-15
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-18
Finish Damage.............................................5-107
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-6
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-10
Flat Tire........................................................5-72
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-84
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-96
Floor Mats.....................................................2-57
Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................5-20
Power Steering...........................................5-32
Windshield Washer......................................5-33
Fog Lamp
Fog ...........................................................3-17
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