oil temperature SATURN VUE HYBRID 2007 Owners Manual

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical
cord. The cord is located near the air
cleaner assembly.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt
AC outlet.
{CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded
outlet could cause an electrical shock.
Also, the wrong kind of extension cord
could overheat and cause a re. You
could be seriously injured. Plug the cord
into a properly grounded three-prong
110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not
reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug
and store the cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts. If you do
not, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater
plugged in? The answer depends on the outside
temperature, the kind of oil you have, and
some other things. Instead of trying to list
everything here, we ask that you contact your
retailer in the area where you will be parking your
vehicle. The retailer can give you the best
advice for that particular area.
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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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If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the
temperature falls below−20°F (−29°C), it is
recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both provide
easier cold starting and better protection for
the engine at extremely low temperatures.
Engine Oil Additives
Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended
oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM
Standard GM6094M are all you need for good
performance and engine protection.
Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you
know when to change the engine oil and lter.
This is based on engine revolutions and engine
temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving
conditions, the mileage at which an oil change
will be indicated can vary considerably. For the
oil life system to work properly, you must reset
the system every time the oil is changed.When the system has calculated that oil life has
been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change
is necessary. A change engine oil light will
come on. SeeChange Engine Oil Light on
page 177. Change your oil as soon as possible
within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible
that, if you are driving under the best conditions,
the oil life system may not indicate that an oil
change is necessary for over a year. However,
your engine oil and lter must be changed at least
once a year and at this time the system must
be reset. Your retailer has trained service people
who will perform this work using genuine
Saturn parts and reset the system. It is also
important to check your oil regularly and keep it at
the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km)
since your last oil change. Remember to reset the
oil life system whenever the oil is changed.
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Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is lled with
DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is
designed to remain in your vehicle for ve years
or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever
occurs rst, if you add only DEX-COOL
®extended
life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and
how to add coolant when it is low. If you have
a problem with engine overheating, seeEngine
Overheating on page 309.A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to
−34°F (−37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®
may cause premature engine, heater core,
or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine
coolant may require changing sooner, at
the rst maintenance service after each
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs rst. Any repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant in your
vehicle.
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(h)Severe service is when the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C)
or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system.
This service can be complex; you should have
your retailer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 306 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.(k)Or every 12 months, whichever occurs rst. If
you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the
lter may require replacement more often.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your Saturn retailer
can assist you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 401.
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E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 380
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 380
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 381
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 380
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 382
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 380
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 302
Battery..................................................... 321
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 177
Check and Service Engine Soon Light....... 173
Coolant.................................................... 306
Coolant Heater......................................... 116
Coolant Temperature Warning Light.......... 172
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 403
Engine Compartment Overview................ 296
Exhaust................................................... 125
Oil ........................................................... 297
Oil Life System........................................ 300
Overheating............................................. 309
Reduced Power Light............................... 178
Starting.................................................... 113Entry Lighting.............................................. 154
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 417
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 43
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 302
Finish Damage............................................ 377
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 229
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 144
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 146
Flat Tire...................................................... 357
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle................................. 305
Windshield Washer.................................. 317
Folding Rear Seat......................................... 19
Folding Seatback, Passenger........................ 16
Front Console Storage Area........................ 135
Fuel............................................................ 289
Additives.................................................. 290
California Fuel.......................................... 290
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 294
Filling Your Tank...................................... 292
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 291
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Horn............................................................ 144
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 26
I
Ignition Positions......................................... 111
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 47
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 345
Inator Kit, Tire........................................... 358
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 142
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 153
Cluster..................................................... 162
Interior Lamps............................................. 153
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 322
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 99
Keys............................................................. 98
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 340
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection................... 154
Dome....................................................... 154
Interior..................................................... 153
Map ......................................................... 154
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 58
License Plate Lamps................................... 337
Liftgate........................................................ 106
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 165
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 170
Battery Warning....................................... 168
Brake System Warning............................. 169
Change Engine Oil................................... 177
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator............ 179
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning....... 172
Fuel Economy.......................................... 183
Gate Ajar................................................. 179
Highbeam On.......................................... 178
Hill Start Assist........................................ 183
Hood Ajar................................................ 184
Low Coolant Warning............................... 172
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Map Lamps................................................. 154
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature
Display................................................. 127
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 130
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 130
MP3 ............................................................ 205
MyGMLink.com............................................ 411
N
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 111
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts....... 402
O
Odometer.................................................... 163
Odometer, Trip............................................ 163
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 244
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 177
Engine..................................................... 297
Pressure Light.......................................... 176
Oil, Engine Oil Life System......................... 300
Older Children, Restraints............................. 44Online Owner Center................................... 411
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual........ 131
Outlet(s), Accessory Power.......................... 154
Outside
Convex Mirror.......................................... 130
Power Mirrors.......................................... 130
Owner Checks and Services....................... 397
Owners, Canadian.......................................... 3
P
Paint, Damage............................................ 377
Park (P)
Shifting Into............................................. 122
Shifting Out of......................................... 123
Parking
Brake....................................................... 121
Over Things That Burn............................ 124
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............... 166
Passenger Sensing System........................... 86
Passing....................................................... 244
Passlock
®.................................................... 110
Power
Accessory Outlet(s).................................. 154
Door Locks.............................................. 104
Electrical System..................................... 380
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