service SATURN VUE HYBRID 2008 Owner's Guide

If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of a
value, there may be a problem with your vehicle. If this
consistently occurs, see your dealer/retailer for service.
HOLD STEM TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY
This display matches Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitters to your vehicle. To match a transmitter:
1. Put the vehicle in PARK (P).
2. Press and release the reset stem until HOLD STEM
TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays.
3. Press and hold the reset stem until REMOTE KEY
LEARNING ACTIVE is displayed.
4. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on
the rst transmitter at the same time for about
15 seconds.
A chime will sound indicating that the transmitter
is matched and REMOTE KEY LEARNING
COMPLETE will be displayed.
5. To match additional transmitters at this time, repeat
Step 4.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of
eight transmitters matched to it.
6. To exit the programming mode, cycle the key to
LOCK/OFF.
HOLD STEM TO SET ECO (Economy)
Press and release the reset stem until HOLD STEM TO
SET ECO (Economy) displays. The HOLD STEM TO
SET ECO display will only be available when the vehicle
is in PARK (P). This display turns the fuel economy light
on or off. Once in this display, press the reset stem to
select ON (default) or OFF. SeeFuel Economy Light on
page 3-43for more information.
HOLD STEM TO CALIBRATE COMPASS
Press and release the reset stem until HOLD STEM TO
CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. The compass can
be manually calibrated. To calibrate the compass
through the DIC, seeDIC Compass on page 3-48.
HOLD STEM TO SET COMPASS ZONE
Press and release the reset stem until HOLD STEM
TO SET COMPASS ZONE displays. To change
the compass zone through the DIC, seeDIC Compass
on page 3-48.
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BUCKLE SEATBELT
This message reminds you to buckle the driver’s
safety belt.
This message displays and a chime sounds when the
ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled,
and the vehicle is in motion. You should buckle your
safety belt.
If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is
on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder will be
repeated. If the driver’s safety belt is already buckled,
this message and chime will not come on.
This message is an additional reminder to the Safety
Belt Reminder Light in the instrument panel cluster.
SeeSafety Belt Reminders on page 3-28.
CALIBRATING COMPASS: TURN IN
CIRCLES
This message displays when calibrating the compass.
Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 5 mph (8 km/h)
to complete the calibration. SeeDIC Compass on
page 3-48.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when service is required for the
vehicle. See your dealer/retailer. SeeEngine Oil on
page 5-13andScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4
for more information.
Acknowledging this message will not reset the OIL LIFE
REMAINING display. That must be done at the OIL
LIFE screen. See “OIL LIFE” underDIC Operation and
Displays on page 3-44andEngine Oil Life System
on page 5-16for more information.
CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID
Notice:Use of the incorrect automatic transmission
uid may damage your vehicle, and the damages
may not be covered by your warranty. Always
use the automatic transmission uid listed in
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
This message displays when the life of the
transmission uid has expired and it should be
changed. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4
andRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12
for the proper uid and change intervals.
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ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine
is overheating, severe engine damage may occur.
If an overheat warning appears on the instrument
panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon
as possible. Do not increase the engine speed above
normal idling speed. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 5-23for more information.
This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
idle until it cools down.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine
is overheating, severe engine damage may occur.
If an overheat warning appears on the instrument
panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon
as possible. SeeEngine Overheating on page 5-23
for more information.
This message displays along with a continuous chime
when the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the
engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 5-23.
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the vehicle’s engine
power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the
vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but
there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your
destination. The performance may be reduced the next
time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a
reduced speed while this message is on, but acceleration
and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays
on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer/retailer for
service as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when your vehicle is low on fuel.
Rell the fuel tank as soon as possible. SeeFuel Gage
on page 3-41andFilling the Tank on page 5-8for more
information.
HOOD OPEN
This message displays on some vehicles when the
hood is not closed properly. Close the hood completely.
SeeHood Release on page 5-11.
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when the outside air temperature
is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust
your driving accordingly.
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LIFTGATE OPEN
This message displays when the liftgate is not closed
completely. Close the liftgate completely. SeeLiftgate on
page 2-9.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine
oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may
occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the
Driver Information Center (DIC), stop the vehicle
as soon as possible. Do not drive the vehicle until
the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected.
SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13for more information.
This message displays when the vehicle’s engine
oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light also appears
on the instrument panel cluster. SeeOil Pressure
Light on page 3-38.
Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can
result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have
the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon
as possible when this message is displayed.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message displays when one or more of the
passenger doors are not closed properly. Close the
doors completely.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while matching a Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle.
See “HOLD STEM TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY”
underDIC Operation and Displays on page 3-44for
more information.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING COMPLETE
This message displays while matching a Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle.
See “HOLD STEM TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY”
underDIC Operation and Displays on page 3-44for
more information.
REPLACE REMOTE KEY FOB
BATTERY
This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter battery is low. The battery needs to be
replaced in the transmitter. See″Battery Replacement″
underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
on page 2-5.
SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning)
SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
detected in the air conditioning system. Have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer/retailer.
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SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem with
the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 3-29for more information.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays and a chime sounds when the
brake uid level is low. The brake system warning
light also appears on the instrument panel cluster when
this message appears on the DIC. SeeBrake System
Warning Light on page 3-32. Have the brake system
serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
SERVICE HILL START ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the
hill start assist function. Have your vehicle serviced by
your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE HYBRID SYSTEM
This message displays if the hybrid components need
to be serviced. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays if there has been a problem
detected with the power steering. SeeSteering
on page 4-9for more information.
SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there has been a problem
detected with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP).
A warning light also appears on the instrument
panel cluster. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light on page 3-34. SeeElectronic Stability
Program on page 4-8for more information.
If this message turns on while you are driving, pull off
the road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Try
resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then
back on. If this message still stays on or turns back on
again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service.
Have the system inspected by your dealer/retailer as
soon as possible.
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SERVICE TIRE MONITORING SYSTEM
This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire
pressure light also ashes and then remains on during
the same ignition cycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on
page 3-35. Several conditions may cause this message
to appear. SeeTire Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 5-55for more information. If the warning comes on
and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.
See your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) is not functioning properly. A warning
light also appears on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
on page 3-34andTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 4-7for more information. Have the TCS serviced
by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
This message displays when there is a problem with the
transmission. See your dealer/retailer for service.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions related
malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle serviced by
your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX MPH (KM/H)
This message displays when your vehicle speed is
limited to 80 mph (128 km/h) because the vehicle detects
a problem in the speed variable assist steering system.
Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display and a warning light on the
instrument panel cluster may be on after rst driving the
vehicle and exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h) for 30 seconds.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on
page 3-34. The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is not
functional until the light has turned off. SeeElectronic
Stability Program on page 4-8for more information.
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STABILITRAK OFF
This message displays any time the Electronic Stability
Program (ESP) turns off. When this message has been
displayed, the system is no longer available to assist
you with directional control of the vehicle. Adjust your
driving accordingly. SeeElectronic Stability Program
on page 4-8.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN.
Any of the following conditions may cause the system to
turn off:
The system is turned off by pressing and holding
the ESP/TCS button. SeeElectronic Stability
Program on page 4-8for more information.
The battery is low.
There is a system failure. See your dealer/retailer
for service.
TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message may display along with the check engine
light on the instrument panel cluster if the vehicle’s fuel
cap is not tightened properly. SeeMalfunction Indicator
Lamp on page 3-36. Reinstall the fuel cap fully. See
Filling the Tank on page 5-8. The diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to
evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with
the cap properly installed should turn this light and
message off.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS) is re-learning the tire positions on
your vehicle. The tire positions must be re-learned after
rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor.
SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-58,
Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-54, and
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-52for more
information.
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TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) turns off. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-7for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
ON/RUN and disappears after 10 seconds, unless
it is acknowledged or an urgent warning appears.
Any of the following conditions may cause the TCS to
turn off:
The TCS is turned off by pressing the ESP/TCS
button. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 4-7for more information.
The battery is low.
There is a TCS failure. See your dealer/retailer for
service.
TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) turns on. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-7for more information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the
transmission uid is overheating and the
transmission temperature warning is displayed
on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you
can damage the transmission. This could lead to
costly repairs that would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not drive your vehicle with overheated
transmission uid or while the transmission
temperature warning is displayed.
This message displays along with a chime if the
transmission uid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
transmission uid temperature high can cause damage
to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the
transmission to cool. This message clears and the chime
stops when the uid temperature reaches a safe level.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn off the turn
signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about
3/4 mile (1.2 km) with a turn signal on. SeeTurn and
Lane-Change Signals on page 3-7for more information.
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4(Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3,
and RDS Features):Press to display additional
text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM™
station, or MP3 song. A choice of additional information
such as: Channel, Song, Artist, CAT (category) can
display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label,
or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of
the labels and the information about that label displays.
When information is not available, No Info displays.
Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station
favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to your
favorite stations using the presets, favorites button,
and steering wheel controls, if your vehicle has them.
SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-3.
FAV (Favorites):A maximum of 36 stations can be
programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons
positioned below the radio station frequency labels and
by using the FAV button (radio favorites page). Press
the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites,
each having six favorite stations available per page.Each page of favorites can contain any combination of
AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped) stations. To store a station
as a favorite, perform the following steps:
1. Tune to the desired radio station.
2. Press the FAV button to display the page where
you want the station stored.
3. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons until a
beep sounds. When that pushbutton is pressed
and released, the station that was set, returns.
4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station
you want stored as a favorite.
The number of favorites pages can be setup using
the MENU button. To setup the number of favorites
pages, perform the following steps:
1. Press the MENU button to display the radio
setup menu.
2. Press the pushbutton located below the FAV 1-6
label.
3. Select the desired number of favorites pages
by pressing the pushbutton located below the
displayed page numbers.
4. Press the FAV button, or let the menu time out, to
return to the original main radio screen showing the
radio station frequency labels and to begin the
process of programming your favorites for the
chosen amount of numbered pages.
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XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the
48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.
XM™ Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming
and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in
digital-quality sound. During your trial or when you
subscribe, you will get unlimited access to XM™ Radio
Online for when you are not in your vehicle. A service
fee is required to receive the XM™ service. For more
information, contact XM™ at www.xmradio.com or
call 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and www.xmradio.ca
or call 1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
Radio Messages for XM™ Only
SeeXM Radio Messages on page 3-75later in this
section for further detail.
Radio Messages
Calibration Error:The audio system has been
calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If Calibration
Error displays, it means that the radio has not been
congured properly for your vehicle and it must be
returned to your dealer/retailer for service.
Locked:This message displays when the
THEFTLOCK
®system has locked up the radio.
Take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer/retailer.
Playing a CD (Single CD Player)
Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The
player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing.
Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player)
LOAD^:Press to load CDs into the CD player.
This CD player holds up to six CDs.
To insert one CD, do the following:
1. Press and release the
^button.
2. Wait for the message to insert the disc.
3. Load a CD. Insert the CD partway into the slot,
label side up. The player pulls the CD in.
To insert multiple CDs, do the following:
1. Press and hold the
^button for two seconds.
A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays.
2. Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert
the discs. The CD player takes up to six CDs.
3. Press the
^button again to cancel loading
more CDs.
If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the
player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio
is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped,
if it was the last selected audio source.
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