power steering SATURN VUE HYBRID 2007 Owners Manual

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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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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Remember: ABS does not change the time you
need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or
always decrease stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have
time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly
slows or stops. Always leave enough room up
ahead to stop, even though you have ABS.
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal
down rmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may
hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel
the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With ABS, you can steer and brake at the same
time. In many emergencies, steering can help you
more than even the very best braking.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Your vehicle has a traction control system that
limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in
slippery road conditions. The system operates only
if it senses that one or both of the front wheels
are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
When this happens, the system reduces engine
power to limit wheel spin.
This light will come on
when your traction
control system is limiting
wheel spin.
SeeLow Traction Light on page 171. You may
feel or hear the system working, but this is normal.
The traction control system automatically comes
on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel
spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you
should always leave the system on. But you
can turn the traction control system off if you ever
need to. You should turn the system off if your
vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow
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and rocking the vehicle is required. SeeRocking
Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 262andIf Your
Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on
page 261for more information.
The traction control
system can be turned
off by pressing this
button.
The button is located on the instrument panel
above the audio system.
If the system is limiting wheel spin when you
press this button, the system will not turn off until
there is no longer a current need to limit wheel
spin. You can turn the system back on at any time
by pressing the button again. If the traction
control warning light does not come on, you may
not have traction control and your vehicle
should be serviced at a retailer.
Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your
vehicle’s performance. SeeAccessories and
Modications on page 287for more information.Steering
Electric Power Steering
If the engine stalls while you are driving, the
power steering assist system will continue
to operate until you are able to stop your vehicle.
If you lose power steering assist because the
electric power steering system is not functioning,
you can steer, but it will take more effort.
If you turn the steering wheel in either direction
several times until it stops, or hold the steering
wheel in the stopped position for an extended
amount of time, you may notice a reduced amount
of power steering assist. The normal amount of
power steering assist should return shortly after a
few normal steering movements.
The electric power steering system does not
require regular maintenance. If you suspect
steering system problems and/or the Service
Vehicle Soon light comes on, contact your retailer
for service repairs.
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(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that
indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 75,
as shown in item C, of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire’s sidewall is 75 percent as high
as it is wide.
(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction;
the letter D means diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel in
inches.
(F) Service Description:The service description
indicates the load range and speed rating of a
tire. The load index can range from 1 to 279.
Speed ratings range from A to Z.Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission/
transaxle, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread.
Cords may be made from steel or other
reinforcing materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is located on the
passenger’s side of the lower console.
Fuses Usage
CRUISE Cruise Control Switch, Brake Switch
EPS Electronic Power Steering
Fuses Usage
IGN 1Instrument Cluster, Brake
Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid, Traction Switch, Fog
Lamp Switch
LOCK/
MIRRORPower Door Locks, Power Mirror,
Entry Control
BCMBody Control Module, Front Wipers,
Windows, Sunroof
BCM (IGN 1) Body Control Module
AIR BAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module
RADIO (IGN)Radio, Power Mirror, Premium
Radio Amplier
TURN Turn Lamps
HVAC HVAC Control Head
HAZARD Hazard Lamps
HTD SEATS Heated Seats
RADIO Radio, Data Link Connector
PARKPark Lamps, Taillamps, Side Marker
Lamps, License Lamps
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A
Accessories and Modications..................... 287
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 154
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................ 93
Additives, Fuel............................................ 290
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 380
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 302
Air Conditioning........................................... 156
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 166
Readiness Light....................................... 165
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module
(SDM)...................................................... 417
Airbag System............................................... 75
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 93
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 83
Passenger Sensing System....................... 86
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 92
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 83
What Will You See After an
Airbag Inates?...................................... 84
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 81
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 78
Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 229Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna System....................................... 229
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 238
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 170
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 376
Care of Safety Belts................................ 373
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 377
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 374
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 370
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 372
Finish Care.............................................. 374
Finish Damage......................................... 377
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 373
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 377
Tires........................................................ 376
Underbody Maintenance........................... 377
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 378
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 374
Weatherstrips........................................... 373
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 375
Audio System(s).......................................... 184
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 227
Care of Your CD and DVD Player............ 229
Care of Your CDs and DVDs................... 229
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 229
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