service indicator SATURN VUE 2009 User Guide

If, after several seconds, both
status indicator lights remain on,
or if there are no lights at all, there
may be a problem with the lights
or the passenger sensing system.
See your dealer/retailer for service.
{CAUTION
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong with
the airbag system. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have
the vehicle serviced right away.
SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 3-29for more information,
including important safety
information.
Charging System Light
The charging system light comes on
briey when the ignition is turned on,
but the engine is not running, as a
check to show the light is working.
It should go out when the engine is
started.
If the light stays on, or comes
on while driving, there could be a
problem with the electrical charging
system. Have it checked by your
dealer/retailer. Driving while this light
is on could drain the battery.
If a short distance must be driven
with the light on, be sure to turn
off all accessories, such as the
radio and air conditioner.
Brake System Warning
Light
The brake indicator light should
come on briey as the engine
is started. If it does not come
on have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer/retailer.
When the ignition is on, the
brake system warning light comes
on when the parking brake is set.
The light stays on if the parking
brake does not fully release.
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Power Steering Warning
Lights
For 4-cylinder vehicles with Electric
Power Steering (EPS), this light
comes on briey when the ignition
is turned to ON/RUN as a check
to show it is working.
If it does not come on have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer.
If the EPS light stays on, or comes
on while driving, the EPS system
may not be working. If this happens,
see your dealer/retailer for service.
Traction Control System
(TCS) Warning Light
The Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light shows one of these
two symbols.
This light comes on briey as the
engine is started. If it does not come
on have the vehicle serviced by
your dealer/retailer.
It also comes on when the Traction
Control System (TCS) has been
turned off or when the Electronic
Stability Program (ESP) is not ready.
If there is a problem with the TCS
or the ESP, this light and the TCS
warning light comes on at the
same time. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-8and
StabiliTrak
®System on page 4-7
for more information.
StabiliTrak®Indicator
Light
The StabiliTrak®light comes on
briey as the engine is started.
If it does not come on have
the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
This light ashes while the
StabiliTrack or the Traction Control
System (TCS) is working. The light
comes on when the ESP has been
turned off and if there is a problem
with the StabiliTrak or the TCS.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 4-8andStabiliTrak
®System
on page 4-7for more information.
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Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Check Engine Light
A computer system called OBD II
(On-Board Diagnostics-Second
Generation) monitors operation of
the fuel, ignition, and emission
control systems. It ensures
that emissions are at acceptable
levels for the life of the vehicle,
helping to produce a cleaner
environment.
This light comes on when the
ignition is on, but the engine is not
running, as a check to show it is
working. If it does not, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer.If the check engine light comes
on and stays on, while the engine
is running, this indicates that there
is an OBD II problem and service
is required.
Malfunctions often are indicated by
the system before any problem is
apparent. Being aware of the light
can prevent more serious damage
to the vehicle. This system assists
the service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.
Notice:If the vehicle is
continually driven with this light
on, after a while, the emission
controls might not work as well,
the vehicle’s fuel economy might
not be as good, and the engine
might not run as smoothly.
This could lead to costly repairs
that might not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.Notice:Modications made
to the engine, transmission,
exhaust, intake, or fuel system
of the vehicle or the replacement
of the original tires with other
than those of the same Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) can
affect the vehicle’s emission
controls and can cause this light
to come on. Modications to these
systems could lead to costly
repairs not covered by the vehicle
warranty. This could also result
in a failure to pass a required
Emission Inspection/Maintenance
test. SeeAccessories and
Modifications on page 5-3.
This light comes on during a
malfunction in one of two ways:
Light Flashing:A misre condition
has been detected. A misre
increases vehicle emissions and
could damage the emission control
system on the vehicle. Diagnosis
and service might be required.
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Reduced Engine Power
Light
The reduced engine power light
should come on briey as the engine
is started. If it does not come on have
the vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer.
This light, along with the service
engine soon light displays when a
noticeable reduction in the vehicle’s
performance occurs. Stop the vehicle
and turn off the ignition. Wait for
10 seconds and restart the vehicle.
This might correct the condition.The vehicle can be driven at a
reduced speed when the reduced
engine power light is on but
acceleration and speed might be
reduced. The performance could
be reduced until the next time the
vehicle is driven. If this light stays on,
see your dealer/retailer as soon as
possible for diagnosis and repair.Highbeam On Light
The highbeam on light comes on
when the high-beam headlamps are
in use.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer on page 3-7for more
information.
Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL) Indicator Light
This light turns on whenever the
Daytime Running Lamps are on.
SeeDaytime Running Lamps (DRL)
on page 3-13for more information.
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Fuel Gage
When the ignition is on, the fuel
gage indicates how much fuel is
left in the tank.
When the indicator nears empty,
the low fuel light comes on. There is
still a little fuel left, but the fuel tank
should be relled soon. SeeLow
Fuel Warning Light on page 3-41
for more information.
An arrow on the fuel gage indicates
the side of the vehicle the fuel
door is on.Here are four things that some
owners ask about. None of these
means the fuel gage is not working
properly:
At the service station, the fuel
pump shuts off before the
gage reads full.
It takes a little more or less fuel
to ll up than the gage indicated.
For example, the gage may have
indicated the tank was half full,
but it actually took a little more or
less than half the tank’s capacity
to ll the tank.
The gage moves a little while
turning a corner or speeding up.
The gage takes a few seconds to
stabilize after the ignition is turned
on, but it goes back to empty
when the ignition is turned off.
For fuel tank capacity, see
Capacities and Specifications
on page 5-86.
Low Fuel Warning Light
The low fuel warning light, below
the fuel gage, comes on briey when
the engine is started.
This light also comes on when the
fuel tank is low on fuel. When fuel is
added, the light should go off. If it
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Driver Information
Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver
Information Center (DIC).
All information appears in the DIC
display located in the instrument
panel cluster.
The DIC comes on when the
ignition is on. After a short delay,
the DIC displays the information
that was last displayed before
the engine was turned off.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, and
vehicle system information, and
warning messages if a system
problem is detected.
The DIC also displays the compass
direction, outside air temperature,
and shift position indicator at thetop of the DIC display. If there is
a problem with the system that
controls the temperature display,
the numbers will be replaced with
dashes. If this occurs, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer. If an abnormal temperature
reading is displayed for an extended
period of time, consult your
dealer/retailer. Under certain
circumstances, especially when
the engine is idling, a delay updating
the temperature display is normal.
SeeDIC Compass on page 3-47
andAutomatic Transmission
Operation (Uplevel) on page 2-19or
Automatic Transmission Operation
(Base) on page 2-22for more
information.
DIC Operation and
Displays
The DIC has different displays which
can be accessed by pressing the DIC
buttons located on the instrument
panel, below the headlamp switch.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, and
vehicle system information, and
warning messages if a system
problem is detected.
The DIC also allows some features
to be customized. SeeDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 3-57for more
information.
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REPLACE REMOTE KEY FOB
BATTERY
This message displays if a Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
battery is low. The battery needs
to be replaced in the transmitter.
See “Battery Replacement” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 2-4.
SERVICE A/C
(Air Conditioning) SYSTEM
This message displays when there
is a problem detected in the air
conditioning system. Have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when
there is a problem with the airbag
system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer/retailer immediately.
SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 3-29for more information.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays along with
the brake system warning light if
there is a problem with the brake
system or when the brake uid level
is low. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 3-31. Have the brake
system serviced by your dealer/
retailer as soon as possible.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
If the vehicle has electric power
steering, this message displays if
a problem has been detected with
the power steering. SeeSteering
on page 4-9for more information.
SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there
has been a problem detected with
StabiliTrak
®. A warning light also
appears on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeStabiliTrak
®Indicator
Light on page 3-33. SeeStabiliTrak®
System on page 4-7for more
information.If this message turns on while you
are driving, pull off the road as soon
as possible and stop carefully. Try
resetting the system by turning the
ignition off and then back on. If this
message still stays on or turns back
on again while you are driving, your
vehicle needs service. Have the
system inspected by your dealer/
retailer as soon as possible.
SERVICE TIRE MONITORING
SYSTEM
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this
message displays if a part on the
TPMS is not working properly.
The tire pressure light also ashes
and then remains on during the
same ignition cycle. SeeTire
Pressure Light on page 3-34.
Several conditions may cause
this message to appear. SeeTire
Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 5-53for more information.
If the warning comes on and stays
on, there may be a problem with the
TPMS. See your dealer/retailer.
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SERVICE TRACTION
CONTROL
This message displays when the
Traction Control System (TCS) is not
functioning properly. A warning light
also appears on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) Warning Light on page 3-33
andTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 4-8for more information.
Have the TCS serviced by your
dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there
is a problem with the transmission.
See your dealer/retailer for service.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when
a non-emissions related malfunction
occurs. Have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer/retailer as soon
as possible.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak,
this message may display and the
StabiliTrak indicator light on the
instrument panel cluster may be on
after rst driving the vehicle and
exceeding 20 mph (32 km/h) for
30 seconds. The StabiliTrak system
is not functional until the light has
turned off. SeeStabiliTrak
®System
on page 4-7for more information.
STABILITRAK OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this
message displays when you turn off
the StabiliTrak, or when the stability
control has been automatically
disabled. To limit wheel spin and
realize the full benets of the stability
enhancement system, you should
normally leave StabiliTrak on.
However, you should turn StabiliTrak
off if your vehicle gets stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow and you want to
rock your vehicle to attempt to free it,or if you are driving in extreme
off-road conditions and require more
wheel spin. SeeIf Your Vehicle is
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on
page 4-27. To turn the StabiliTrak
system on or off, seeStabiliTrak
®
System on page 4-7.
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message may display along
with the check engine light on the
instrument panel cluster if the
vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened
properly. SeeMalfunction Indicator
Lamp on page 3-35. Reinstall the
fuel cap fully. SeeFilling the Tank
on page 5-8. The diagnostic system
can determine if the fuel cap has
been left off or improperly installed.
A loose or missing fuel cap allows
fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. A few driving trips
with the cap properly installed should
turn this light and message off.
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If the octane rating is less than 87,
you might notice an audible knocking
noise when you drive, commonly
referred to as spark knock. If this
occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87
octane or higher as soon as possible.
If you are using gasoline rated at 87
octane or higher and you hear heavy
knocking, the engine needs service.
Gasoline Specications
At a minimum, gasoline should
meet ASTM specication D 4814
in the United States or CAN/
CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in Canada.
Some gasolines contain an
octane-enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend
against the use of gasolines
containing MMT. SeeAdditives on
page 5-6for additional information.
California Fuel
If the vehicle is certied to meet
California Emissions Standards, it is
designed to operate on fuels that
meet California specications. See
the underhood emission control
label. If this fuel is not available in
states adopting California emissions
standards, the vehicle will operate
satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specications, but emission control
system performance might be
affected. The malfunction indicator
lamp could turn on and the vehicle
might fail a smog-check test. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 3-35. If this occurs, return to
your authorized dealer/retailer for
diagnosis. If it is determined that the
condition is caused by the type of
fuel used, repairs might not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines
in the United States are now required
to contain additives that help prevent
engine and fuel system deposits
from forming, allowing the emission
control system to work properly.
In most cases, you should not
have to add anything to the fuel.
However, some gasolines contain
only the minimum amount of additive
required to meet U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency regulations. To
help keep fuel injectors and intake
valves clean, or if the vehicle
experiences problems due to dirty
injectors or valves, look for gasoline
that is advertised as TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline.
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For customers who do not use TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly,
one bottle of GM Fuel System
Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel
tank at every engine oil change,
can help clean deposits from fuel
injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel
System Treatment PLUS is the only
gasoline additive recommended by
General Motors.
Also, your dealer/retailer has
additives that will help correct and
prevent most deposit-related
problems.
Gasolines containing oxygenates,
such as ethers and ethanol, and
reformulated gasolines might
be available in your area. We
recommend that you use these
gasolines, if they comply with the
specications described earlier.However, E85 (85% ethanol) and
other fuels containing more than
10% ethanol must not be used in
vehicles that were not designed for
those fuels.
Notice:This vehicle was not
designed for fuel that contains
methanol. Do not use fuel
containing methanol. It can
corrode metal parts in the fuel
system and also damage plastic
and rubber parts. That damage
would not be covered under
the vehicle warranty.
Some gasolines that are
not reformulated for low
emissions can contain an
octane-enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the
attendant where you buy gasoline
whether the fuel contains MMT.We recommend against the use of
such gasolines. Fuels containing
MMT can reduce the life of spark
plugs and the performance of the
emission control system could be
affected. The malfunction indicator
lamp might turn on. If this occurs,
return to your dealer/retailer for
service.
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