instrument panel SATURN VUE HYBRID 2007 User Guide

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn
off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if:
The right front passenger seat is unoccupied.
The system determines that an infant is
present in a rear-facing infant seat.
The system determines that a small child is
present in a forward-facing child restraint.
The system determines that a small child is
present in a booster seat.
A right front passenger takes his/her weight off
of the seat for a period of time.
The right front passenger seat is occupied by
a smaller person, such as a child who has
outgrown child restraints.
Or, there is a critical problem with the airbag
system or the passenger sensing system.When the passenger sensing system has turned
off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, the off
indicator on the instrument panel will light and
stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off.
If a child restraint has been installed and the on
indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child
restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child
restraint following the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions and refer toSecuring a Child Restraint in
the Right Front Seat Position on page 69.
If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting
the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make
sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the
child restraint into the seat cushion. If this happens,
slightly recline the vehicle’s seatback and adjust the
seat cushion if possible. Also make sure the child
restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head
restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint.
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{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light in the
instrument panel cluster ever comes on
and stays on, 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’s seat
may not have the protection of the frontal
airbag. SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 165for more on this, including
important safety information.
A thick layer of additional material such as a
blanket, or aftermarket equipment such as seat
covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers,
can affect how well the passenger sensing system
operates. Remove any additional material from
the seat cushion before reinstalling or securing the
child restraint and before a small occupant,
including a small adult, sits in the passenger
position.You may want to consider not using seat covers
or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle
has the passenger sensing system. SeeAdding
Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
on page 93.
The passenger sensing system may suppress the
airbag deployment when liquid is soaked into
the seat. If this happens, the off indicator in the
passenger airbag status indicator and the airbag
readiness light on the instrument panel will be
lit. The system should resume normal operation
after the seat is allowed to dry. If the system
operates incorrectly after the seat has dried,
have your retailer check the system.
{CAUTION:
Stowing of articles under the passenger’s
seat or between the passenger’s seat
cushion and seatback may interfere with
the proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.
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Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Q:Is there anything I might add to the front
or sides of the vehicle that could keep the
airbags from working properly?
A:Yes. If you add things that change your
vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height,
front end or side sheet metal, they may keep
the airbag system from working properly.
Also, the airbag system may not work properly
if you relocate any of the airbag sensors.
If you have any questions about this,
you should contact Customer Assistance
before you modify your vehicle. The phone
numbers and addresses for Customer
Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer
Satisfaction Procedure in this manual.
SeeCustomer Satisfaction Procedure on
page 408.
Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modied. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my airbag system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, ceiling headliner, ceiling and
pillar garnish trim, roof-mounted airbag
modules, or airbag wiring can affect the
operation of the airbag system. If you have
questions, call Customer Assistance.
The phone numbers and addresses for
Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the
Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this
manual. SeeCustomer Satisfaction Procedure
on page 408.
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Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety
belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it repaired. SeeCare of Safety Belts on page 373
for more information.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in
a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.Also look for any opened or broken airbag
covers, and have them repaired or replaced.
The airbag system does not need regular
maintenance.
Notice:If you damage the covering for the
driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag, or
the side impact airbag covering (if equipped) on
the ceiling near the side windows, the airbag
may not work properly. You may have to replace
the airbag module in the steering wheel, both
the airbag module and the instrument panel for
the right front passenger’s airbag, or side
impact airbag module and ceiling covering for
roof-mounted side impact airbags (if equipped.)
Do not open or break the airbag coverings.
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Lockout Protection
If you press the power door lock switch when the
key is in the ignition and any door is open, all
the doors will lock and then the driver’s door will
unlock. Be sure to remove the key from the ignition
when locking your vehicle.
If the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to
lock the doors while the key is in the ignition,
a chime will sound three times. All doors will
then lock.
Liftgate
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can come into your vehicle.
You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause
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unconsciousness and even death. If you
must drive with the liftgate open or if
electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or
cooling system to its highest speed
and select the control setting that will
force outside air into your vehicle. See
Climate Control System on page 156.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 125.
Use your remote keyless entry transmitter or
power door lock switches to unlock the liftgate.
To open the liftgate, lift the handle located in the
center of the liftgate.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 142
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 144
Horn.......................................................... 144
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 144
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 145
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 145
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 146
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 146
Windshield Wipers..................................... 146
Windshield Washer.................................... 147
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 148
Cruise Control........................................... 148
Headlamps................................................ 151
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 152
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 153
Interior Lamps........................................... 153
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 153
Dome Lamp.............................................. 154
Entry Lighting............................................ 154
Map Lamps............................................... 154
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 154
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 154
Cigarette Lighter........................................ 155Climate Controls......................................... 156
Climate Control System............................. 156
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 161
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 162
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 163
Trip Odometer........................................... 163
Tachometer............................................... 163
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 164
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 164
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 165
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 166
Battery Warning Light................................ 168
Brake System Warning Light..................... 169
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 170
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 171
Low Traction Light..................................... 171
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light...................................................... 172
Low Coolant Warning Light....................... 172
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 173
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 176
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Change Engine Oil Light........................... 177
Security Light............................................ 177
Reduced Engine Power Light.................... 178
Highbeam On Light................................... 178
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Indicator Light........................................ 179
Gate Ajar Light.......................................... 179
Fuel Gage................................................. 180
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 181
Auto Stop Mode........................................ 181
Charge/Assist Gage................................... 182
Fuel Economy Light.................................. 183
Hill Start Assist Light................................. 183
Hood Ajar Light......................................... 184Audio System(s)......................................... 184
Setting the Time (Without Date Display)....... 186
Setting the Time (With Date Display)........... 186
Radio with CD (Base)............................... 188
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 195
Radio with CD and DVD........................... 205
Using an MP3........................................... 205
XM Radio Messages................................. 212
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 214
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 227
Radio Reception........................................ 228
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 229
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 229
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 229
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 229
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeClimate Control System on
page 156.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 145.
C. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control
on page 148.
D. Horn. SeeHorn on page 144.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 162.
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio
Steering Wheel Controls on page 227.
G. Windshield Wiper Lever. SeeWindshield
Wipers on page 146.
H. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 153.
I. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 144.
J. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 166.K. Traction Control System Button. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 240.
L. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 184.
M. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 295.
N. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 144.
O. Power Mirror Control. SeeOutside Power
Mirrors on page 130.
P. Power Window Switches. SeePower Windows
on page 108.
Q. Automatic Transaxle Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic
Transaxle Operation on page 118.
R. Heated Seats Buttons. SeeHeated Seats on
page 11.
S. Climate Control. SeeClimate Control System
on page 156.
T. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 134.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning ashers let you warn the
police and others that you have a problem.
The front and rear turn signal lamps will ash on
and off.
The hazard warning
asher button is located
in the center of the
instrument panel.
The hazard warning ashers work no matter what
position the key is in, and even if the key is not
in the ignition switch.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps ash on and off. Press the button
again to turn the ashers off.
While the hazard warning ashers are on, the turn
signals do not work.
Horn
Press near or on the horn symbols on your
steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Tilt Wheel
Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which allows you to
adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can
raise it to the highest level to give your legs more
room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
The lever that allows
you to tilt the steering
wheel is located on
the left side of the
steering column.
To tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and push the
lever down. Then, move the wheel to a
comfortable position and pull the lever up rmly
to lock the column in place.
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