wheel size SATURN VUE 2007 Owners Manual

Once you have reached your destination, do the
following:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Shift the transmission to REVERSE (R) for a
manual transmission. Shift the transmission to
PARK (P) for an automatic transmission.
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the
key from the ignition.
4. Reinstall the large IGN fuse.
Notice:Too much or too little uid can
damage the transmission. Be sure that the
transaxle uid is at the proper level before
towing with all four wheels on the ground.
Notice:Don’t tow a vehicle with the front drive
wheels on the ground if one of the front tires
is a compact spare tire. Towing with two
different tire sizes on the front of the vehicle
can cause severe damage to the transmission.Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)
All-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with
two wheels on the ground. To properly tow
these vehicles, they should be placed on a
platform trailer with all four wheels off of the
ground or dinghy towed from the front.
Dolly Towing
(Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)
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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement....... 364
Tires............................................................ 366
Tire Sidewall Labeling............................... 367
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 371
Ination - Tire Pressure............................. 374
Tire Inspection and Rotation...................... 375
When It Is Time for New Tires.................. 377
Buying New Tires...................................... 377
Different Size Tires and Wheels................ 379
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..................... 380
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance............ 382
Wheel Replacement.................................. 382
Tire Chains............................................... 384
If a Tire Goes Flat.................................... 385
Changing a Flat Tire................................. 386
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools.......... 387
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire......................... 391
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools...... 397
Compact Spare Tire.................................. 398Appearance Care........................................ 399
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 399
Fabric/Carpet............................................. 400
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces........................... 401
Care of Safety Belts.................................. 402
Weatherstrips............................................ 402
Washing Your Vehicle............................... 402
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses................ 403
Finish Care............................................... 403
Windshield and Wiper Blades.................... 404
Aluminum Wheels...................................... 404
Tires......................................................... 405
Sheet Metal Damage................................. 405
Finish Damage.......................................... 405
Underbody Maintenance............................ 406
Chemical Paint Spotting............................ 406
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials............ 407
Vehicle Identication.................................. 408
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)........... 408
Service Parts Identication Label............... 408
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Notice:If your vehicle has low-prole tires,
they are more susceptible to damage from road
hazards or curb impact than standard prole
tires. Tire and/or wheel assembly damage
can occur when coming into contact with
road hazards like, potholes, or sharp edged
objects, or when sliding into a curb. Your
Saturn Warranty does not cover this type of
damage. Keep tires set to the correct ination
pressure and, when possible avoid contact
with curbs, potholes, and other road hazards.
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its
sidewall. The examples below show a typical
passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire
sidewall.
(A) Tire Size:The tire size is a combination of
letters and numbers used to dene a particular
tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type,
and service description. See the “Tire Size”
illustration later in this section for more detail.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
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(F) Tire Size:A combination of letters and
numbers dene a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio,
construction type, and service description. The
letter T as the rst character in the tire size means
the tire is for temporary use only.
(G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specication):Original equipment tires designed
to GM’s specic tire performance criteria have
a TPC specication code molded onto the sidewall.
GM’s TPC specications meet or exceed all
federal safety guidelines.
Tire Size
The following illustration shows an example of a
typical passenger vehicle tire size.
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:The United
States version of a metric tire sizing system.
The letter P as the rst character in the tire sizemeans a passenger vehicle tire engineered
to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim
Association.
(B) Tire Width:The three-digit number indicates
the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall
to sidewall.
(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that
indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is
60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as
high as it is wide.
(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction;
the letter D means diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel
in inches.
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GM’s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over
a dozen critical specications that impact the
overall performance of your vehicle, including
brake system performance, ride and handling,
traction control, and tire pressure monitoring
performance. GM’s TPC Spec number is molded
onto the tire’s sidewall by the tire manufacturer.
If the tires have an all-season tread design,
the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS
for mud and snow. SeeTire Sidewall Labeling
on page 367for additional information.
{CAUTION:
Mixing tires could cause you to lose
control while driving. If you mix tires of
different sizes, brands, or types (radial
and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not
handle properly, and you could have a
crash. Using tires of different sizes,
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brands, or types may also cause damage
to your vehicle. Be sure to use the correct
size, brand, and type of tires on all
wheels. It is all right to drive with your
compact spare temporarily, as it was
developed for use on your vehicle.
SeeCompact Spare Tire on page 398.
{CAUTION:
If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle,
the wheel rim anges could develop
cracks after many miles of driving. A tire
and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing
a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the
wheels on your vehicle.
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If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those
that do not have a TPC Spec number, make
sure they are the same size, load range, speed
rating, and construction type (radial and
bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires.
Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed
on the Tire and Loading Information label.
This label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar
(B-pillar). SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 279,
for more information about the Tire and Loading
Information label and its location on your vehicle.
Different Size Tires and Wheels
If you add wheels or tires that are a different size
than your original equipment wheels and tires, this
may affect the way your vehicle performs, including
its braking, ride and handling characteristics,
stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally,
if your vehicle has electronic systems such as,
anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability
control, the performance of these systems can
be affected.
{CAUTION:
If you add different sized wheels, your
vehicle may not provide an acceptable
level of performance and safety if tires
not recommended for those wheels are
selected. You may increase the chance
that you will crash and suffer serious
injury. Only use Saturn specic wheel and
tire systems developed for your vehicle,
and have them properly installed by a
Saturn certied technician.
SeeBuying New Tires on page 377and
Accessories and Modications on page 304for
additional information.
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Tire Chains
{CAUTION:
If your vehicle has P235/65R16, P235/
60R17, or P245/50R18 size tires, do not use
tire chains. They can damage your vehicle
because there is not enough clearance.
Tire chains used on a vehicle without the
proper amount of clearance can cause
damage to the brakes, suspension, or other
vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire
chains could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle and you or others may be
injured in a crash.
Use another type of traction device only if
its manufacturer recommends it for use
on your vehicle and tire size combination
and road conditions. Follow that
manufacturer’s instructions. To help avoid
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damage to your vehicle, drive slowly,
readjust, or remove the device if it is
contacting your vehicle, and do not spin
your wheels.
If you do nd traction devices that will t,
install them on the front tires.
Notice:If your vehicle has a tire size other than
P235/65R16, P235/60R17, or P245/50R18 size
tires, use tire chains only where legal and only
when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type
chains that are the proper size for your tires.
Install them on the front tires and tighten them
as tightly as possible with the ends securely
fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear
the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and
retighten them. If the contact continues, slow
down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning
the wheels with chains on will damage your
vehicle.
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4. Screw the threaded wheel stow rod onto the
spare tire bracket. The nal position of the
wheel stow rod must be rotated to the farthest
forward position so that the top of the rod
faces forward.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 underRemoving
the Spare Tire and Tools on page 387to
replace the oor cargo organizer and lock
in place.
6. Place the at, or damaged tire, face down, on
the load oor with the threaded wheel stow
rod sticking up through the center hole of the
load oor and center hole of the wheel.
Vehicles equipped with the 3.5L V6 (L66)
engine and aluminum wheels, must remove the
center cap from the wheel prior to placing it on
the load oor. To remove the center cap, tap
the cap from the backside of the wheel, then
place the wheel on the load oor.
7. Place the wheel retainer bolt onto the wheel
stow rod and tighten.
The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire
as soon as you can.Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after
a time. Check the ination pressure regularly.
It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle,
stop as soon as possible and make sure the
spare tire is correctly inated. The compact spare
is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph
(105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles
(5 000 km), so you can nish your trip and have
the full-size tire repaired or replaced at your
convenience. Of course, it is best to replace the
spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The spare tire will last longer and be in good
shape in case it is needed again.
Notice:When the compact spare is installed,
do not take your vehicle through an automatic
car wash with guide rails. The compact
spare can get caught on the rails. That can
damage the tire and wheel, and maybe
other parts of your vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
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Time, Setting......................................183, 184
Tires........................................................... 366
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 404
Buying New Tires..................................... 377
Chains..................................................... 384
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 386
Cleaning.................................................. 405
Compact Spare Tire................................. 398
Different Size........................................... 379
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 385
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 374
Inspection and Rotation............................ 375
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 391
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 391
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools......... 387
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..... 397
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 367
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 371
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 380
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 382
Wheel Replacement................................. 382
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 377
Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 285
Towing a Trailer....................................... 290
Your Vehicle............................................. 284Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 238
Control System Warning Light.................. 172
Low Light................................................. 173
Transaxle
Fluid, Manual........................................... 330
Transaxle Operation, Manual....................... 117
Transmission
Up-Shift Light........................................... 169
Trip Odometer............................................. 163
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 143
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 143
U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 224
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 380
Up-Shift Light.............................................. 169
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 234
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Design..................................................... 229
Loading.................................................... 279
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Vehicle (cont.)
Parking Your............................................ 122
Service Soon Light................................... 180
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy............ 455
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).......................................... 408
Service Parts Identication Label.............. 408
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 159
Visors.......................................................... 106
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......... 161
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers......................... 142
Safety and Symbols..................................... 4
Vehicle Damage.......................................... 5
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..................... 382
Different Size........................................... 379
Replacement............................................ 382
Where to Put the Restraint............................ 53Windows..................................................... 104
Power...................................................... 105
Windshield
Washer.................................................... 145
Washer Fluid........................................... 341
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 364
Wiper Blades, Cleaning............................ 404
Wiper Fuses............................................ 409
Wipers..................................................... 144
Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper................... 146
Winter Driving............................................. 272X
XM Radio Messages................................... 209
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 225
Y
Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle..... 228
Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 418
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