instrument cluster SATURN VUE HYBRID 2007 Owners Manual

There is an airbag
readiness light on the
instrument panel cluster,
which shows the
airbag symbol.
The system checks the airbag electrical system for
malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an
electrical problem. SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 165for more information.Where Are the Airbags?
The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the
steering wheel.
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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.
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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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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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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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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. SeeTurn
and Lane-Change Signals on page 145.
OExterior Lamp Control. SeeHeadlamps on
page 151.
2Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
on page 146.
Flash-to-Pass Feature. SeeFlash-to-Pass on
page 146.
AUTOAutomatic Headlamps. SeeAutomatic
Headlamp System on page 153.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has one upward (for right) and
one downward (for left) positions. These positions
allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or
down. When the turn is nished, the lever will
return automatically.
An arrow on the
instrument panel cluster
will ash in the
direction of the turn or
lane change.
To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to ash. Hold it there until you
complete the lane change. The lever will return
by itself when you release it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the
arrows ash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned
out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you
signal a turn, check the fuse, seeFuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 380and for burned-out bulbs.
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to
high or high beam to low, pull the turn signal lever
all the way towards you. Then release it.
When the high beams
are on, this light on the
instrument panel
cluster will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam
headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that
you want to pass.
To ash the high beams from low beam, pull the
turn signal/multifunction lever all the way
towards you. Then release it.
Windshield Wipers
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If the wiper blades are
frozen to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw
them. If the blades do become damaged, install
new blades or blade inserts. SeeWindshield Wiper
Blade Replacement on page 338.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.
A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools
down. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an
overload.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will
know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you will need to
know to drive safely and economically.
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Airbag Readiness Light
There is an airbag readiness light on the
instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag
symbol. The system checks the airbag’s
electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells
you if there is an electrical problem. The system
check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag
modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and
diagnostic module. For more information on
the airbag system, seeAirbag System on page 75.
This light will come on
when you start your
vehicle, and it will ash
for a few seconds.
Then the light should go
out. This means the
system is ready.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after you
start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving,
your airbag system may not work properly.
Have your vehicle serviced right away.{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after
you start your vehicle, it means the airbag
system may not be working properly.
The airbags in your vehicle may not
inate in a crash, or they could even
inate without a crash. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your
vehicle serviced right away if the airbag
readiness light stays on after you start
your vehicle.
The airbag readiness light should ash for a
few seconds when you turn the ignition key to
RUN. If the light does not come on then, have it
xed so it will be ready to warn you if there is
a problem.
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Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided
into two parts. If one part is not working, the other
part can still work and stop you. For good
braking, though, you need both parts working well.
If the brake system warning light comes on,
there is a brake problem. Have your brake system
inspected right away.
The brake light is located in the instrument panel
cluster.
This light should come on briey when you turn
the ignition key to RUN. If it does not come
on then, have it xed so it will be ready to warn
you if there is a problem.
When the ignition is on, the brake light will come on
when you set your parking brake. The light will
stay on if your parking brake does not release fully.A chime will also sound if the parking brake is not
fully released and the vehicle is moving. If it stays
on after your parking brake is fully released,
it means you have a brake problem.
The brake light will also come on to indicate a low
brake uid level. SeeBrakes on page 318for
more information.
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off
the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the
pedal is harder to push or the pedal may go closer
to the oor. It may take longer to stop. If the light
is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
SeeTowing Your Vehicle on page 270.
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Your brake system may not be working
properly if the brake system warning light
is on. Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to an accident.
If the light is still on after you have pulled
off the road and stopped carefully, have
the vehicle towed for service.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Indicator Light
This light is located on
the instrument panel
cluster. It comes on
whenever the Daytime
Running Lamps are on.
SeeDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 152
for further information.
Gate Ajar Light
If this light comes on,
your liftgate is not
completely closed.
Driving with the liftgate
open can cause
carbon monoxide (CO)
to enter the vehicle.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 125for more
information.
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