climate control SATURN VUE HYBRID 2007 User Guide

Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always
turn off electrical equipment when not in use
and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the
maximum 20 ampere rating.
Certain electrical accessories may not be
compatible with the accessory power outlet and
could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
If you experience a problem, see your retailer for
additional information on the accessory power
outlet.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to
your vehicle may damage it or keep other
components from working as they should.
The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Check with your retailer before
adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to
follow the installation instructions included with the
equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can
cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug because the
power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only.Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter. To use
the lighter, located on the instrument panel below
the climate controls, push it in all the way and let
go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating does not let the lighter back away
from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating can occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Never put ammable items in the ashtray.
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Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle.
Operation
To change the current mode, use the right knob to
select one of the following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs air to the
instrument panel outlets and to the oor outlets.
Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and
warmer air to the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets with some air directed to the
windshield.
When the oor mode is selected, the system will
turn recirculation mode off and run the air
conditioning compressor unless the outside air is
at or below freezing. Entering this mode may
force the engine into the start/stop mode. See “Air
Conditioning and Engine Start/Stop” later in this
section. Recirculation mode cannot be selected
while in oor mode. This helps prevent window
fogging and moisture building up within the cabin.
The right knob can also be used to select defog
or defrost mode. See “Defogging and Defrosting”
later in this section.
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#(Air Conditioning):Press this button to
change the air conditioning mode between
economy, normal, and off. When this button is
pressed the indicator light will change with each
mode. The green indicator light comes on
when economy mode is selected. The yellow
indicator light comes on when normal mode
is selected. Turning the air conditioning on may
force the engine into the start/stop mode. See “Air
Conditioning and Engine Start/Stop” later in this
section. Air conditioning can be selected in
any mode as long as the fan is on.
On hot days, activate the air conditioning system,
select maximum fan speed and the coldest
temperature setting. Open the windows long
enough to let the hot inside air escape, then close
them. This helps reduce the time it takes for the
vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to
operate more efficiently. Adjust fan speed and
temperature setting as required to achieve comfort.
The air conditioning system removes moisture
from the air, so you may sometimes notice a
small amount of water dripping underneath the
vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate
control system is used properly. There are two
modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield
and side windows. Use the defog mode to
clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm
the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove
fog or frost from the windshield more quickly.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the
windshield before defrosting.
Turn the right knob to select the defog or
defrost mode.
-(Defog):This mode directs air to the
windshield, side window outlets, and oor outlets.
When this mode is selected, the system will
turn the recirculation mode off and run the air
conditioning compressor unless the outside air is
at or below freezing. The recirculation mode
cannot be selected while in defog mode.
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Air Conditioning and Engine Start/Stop
The climate control system might cause the
engine to keep running while the vehicle is at
a complete stop or it might restart the engine
during an auto stop. In cold weather, the
climate control system uses the automatic engine
start/stop feature to maintain heater and
defogging performance in all air ow modes.Economy Mode:Press the
#button once to
select the economy mode. A green light will
appear. When this mode is selected, the climate
control system allows almost all automatic
engine start/stop operations, except in defrost
mode. If the economy mode is selected while
the engine is off, the engine will start while
the vehicle determines the climate control needs.
If the system determines that it is necessary to
turn on the air conditioning compressor to cool the
inside of the vehicle or dehumidify the air, the
automatic engine start/stop feature might still be
enabled.
Normal Mode:Press the
#button, when a
yellow indicator light appears, the normal mode
is selected. In this mode or the defrost mode,
the climate control system prevents all automatic
engine start/stop operations. This is for the
best comfort and defrost performance. For
maximum engine off time, select the vent or
bi-level modes with the air conditioner turned off.
This will prevent the system from overriding
the automatic engine start/stop feature. Setting
the fan to the off position will also prevent
automatic engine start/stop.
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If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the
airbag status indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has turned off the right
front passenger’s frontal airbag. SeePassenger
Sensing System on page 86for more on this,
including important safety information.
If, after several seconds, all 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 retailer for service.
{CAUTION:
If the off indicator and the airbag readiness
light ever come on together, it means that
something may be wrong with the airbag
system. If this ever happens, have the
vehicle serviced promptly, because an
adult-size person sitting in the right
front passenger seat may not have the
protection of the frontal airbag. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 165.
Battery Warning Light
The battery warning
light will come on briey
as a check, when you
turn on the ignition.
Then it should go out
when the engine is
started.
If the light does not come on when you start your
vehicle, have your vehicle serviced right away.
This condition may indicate your battery warning
light is not functioning properly.
If the battery warning light comes on while you are
driving, this indicates that there is a problem
with the battery or the charging system of the
vehicle. If the light remains on, be sure to turn off
accessories such as the radio and climate control
system. Have your vehicle serviced right away.
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The following information relates to the system
developed by the United States National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which
grades tires by treadwear, traction, and
temperature performance. This applies only to
vehicles sold in the United States. The grades are
molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car
tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG)
system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type
snow tires, space-saver, or temporary use
spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some
limited-production tires.
While the tires available on General Motors
passenger cars and light trucks may vary with
respect to these grades, they must also conform to
federal safety requirements and additional General
Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based
on the wear rate of the tire when tested under
controlled conditions on a specied government
test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The
relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may
depart signicantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices, and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
Traction – AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA,
A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s
ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specied government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
Warning:The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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4. Attach the sealant lling hose (A) onto the tire
valve stem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight.
Make sure the inator kit on/off switch (B) is in
the O (off) position.
5. Plug the air compressor accessory plug (C)
into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
SeeAccessory Power Outlet(s) on page 154
for more information.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine in a closed-in place or
with the climate control system off can
cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO).
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 125.
6. Start the vehicle. SeeStarting the Engine
(Automatic Engine Start/Stop) on page 113
for more information. The vehicle must
be running while using the air compressor.
{CAUTION:
Inating something too much can make it
explode, and you or others could be
injured. Be sure to read the inator
instructions, and inate the tire to its
recommended pressure. Do not exceed
36 psi (248 kPa).
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4. Push the air compressor inator hose onto the
tire valve stem and push the lever down to
secure in place.
5. Plug the air compressor accessory plug into
an accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
SeeAccessory Power Outlet(s) on page 154
for more information.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine in a closed-in place or
with the climate control system off can
cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO). See
Engine Exhaust on page 125.
6. Start the vehicle. SeeStarting the Engine
(Automatic Engine Start/Stop) on page 113
for more information. The vehicle must
be running while using the air compressor.
{CAUTION:
Inating something too much can make it
explode, and you or others could be
injured. Be sure to read the inator
instructions, and inate the tire to its
recommended pressure. Do not exceed
36 psi (248 kPa).
7. Push the inator kit switch to the I (on) position.
8. Make sure there is a proper connection
between the tire valve stem and the air
compressor hose by looking at the air
pressure gage. If there is not a pressure
reading while the compressor is running,
the connection between the inator kit and the
tire is bad.
Check the attachment between the air
compressor hose and the tire valve stem.
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Fuses Usage
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
COOL HI Cooling Fan High
LH HDLP Driver’s Side Headlamp
RR WIPER Rear Wiper
ABS Anti-lock Brake System Module
IGN/INJEngine Ignition Module,
Fuel Injectors
PWR WDW Power Window Relay and Sunroof
CIGAR LITER Cigarette Lighter
HVAC
BLOWERClimate Control System
Blower Motor
RH HDLP Passenger’s Side Headlamp
FRT WIPER Front Wiper
ETC Electronic Throttle Control
SUNROOF Sunroof Module
BRAKE StoplampsFuses Usage
PWR TRAINEngine Control Module, Transaxle
Control Module, Powertrain Control
Module
BACKUPLow Coolant Switch, Back-up
Lamps, Vehicle Speed Sensor
(Manual), Transaxle Range Switch
HTD SEATS Heated Seats
IGN Ignition Switch
COOL LO Cooling Fan Low
A/C CLUTCH Air Conditioning Clutch
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump
AUX OUTLETS Auxiliary Power Outlets
ESCM/CANV Electric Storage Control Module
ABS Anti-lock Brake System Ignition
PWR SEAT Power Seats
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Cargo Area................................................. 135
Cargo Tie Downs........................................ 137
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 205
Center Console Storage Area...................... 135
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL).................................. 335
Chains, Tire................................................. 356
Charge/Assist Gage..................................... 182
Check
Engine Light............................................ 173
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 294
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 377
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 51
Infants and Young Children........................ 47
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children....... 58
Older Children........................................... 44
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Outside Seat Position.................... 64
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Center Rear Seat Position...................... 67
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 69
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 56
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 155Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 376
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 374
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 372
Finish Care.............................................. 374
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 370
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 373
Tires........................................................ 376
Underbody Maintenance........................... 377
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 374
Weatherstrips........................................... 373
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 375
Climate Control System............................... 156
Clock.......................................................... 186
Collision Damage Repair............................. 418
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 40
Compass..................................................... 127
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 109
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 237
Coolant
Engine Temperature Warning Light........... 172
Heater, Engine......................................... 116
Low Warning Light................................... 172
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 309
Cooling System........................................... 311
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