lights SATURN VUE HYBRID 2008 Owners Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Head Restraints
......................................... 1-2
Front Seats
............................................... 1-4
Rear Seats
..............................................1-10
Safety Belts
.............................................1-12
Child Restraints
.......................................1-31
Airbag System
.........................................1-53
Restraint System Check
............................1-70
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
.................................................2-10
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-16
Mirrors
....................................................2-31
OnStar
®System
......................................2-33
Universal Home Remote System
................2-36
Storage Areas
.........................................2-41
Sunroof
..................................................2-44
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-25
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-44
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-59Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
........ 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-28
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................5-39
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-41
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-46
Tires
......................................................5-47
Appearance Care
.....................................5-79
Vehicle Identication
.................................5-87
Electrical System
......................................5-88
Capacities and Specications
.....................5-98
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................7-13
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
...........7-15
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Manual Lumbar
If your vehicle has this
feature, the knob is
located on the inboard
side of the driver’s
seatback.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase
or decrease the lumbar support.
Heated Seats
On vehicles with heated front seats the controls are
located on the center console. To operate the heated
seats the engine must be running.
M(Heated Seat):Press this button to turn on the
heated seat.
The light on the button will come on to indicate that the
feature is working. Press the button to cycle through
the temperature settings of high, medium, and low and
to turn the heat to the seat off. Indicator lights show
the level of heat selected: three for high, two for
medium, and one for low.
The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.
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Express-Down Window
The driver’s window switch has an express-down
feature that allows the window to be lowered without
holding the switch. Press the switch part way, and
the driver’s window will open a small amount. Press the
switch down all the way and release it and the window
will go down automatically.
To stop the window while it is lowering, press and
release the switch.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout):Your vehicle has a lockout
feature to prevent rear seat passengers from operating
the windows. Press the lockout button, located with the
power window switches, to turn the feature on and off.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, swing the sun visor down. You
can also detach the driver’s sun visor from the center
mount and slide it along the rod from side-to-side
for greater coverage.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
On vehicles with covered visor vanity mirrors, pull down
the sun visor to access the vanity mirror.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors
On vehicles with lighted visor vanity mirrors, pull down
the sun visor to access the vanity mirror. The lights
will come on when you lift the cover.
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Ignition Positions
The ignition switch can be
turned to four different
positions with the key.
To shift out of PARK (P), the ignition must be in
ON/RUN and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break the
key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with
your hand. Make sure the key is in all the way. If
none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.
LOCK/OFF:This position locks the steering wheel,
ignition, shift lever and transmission. This is the
only position in which you can insert or remove the key.
If the steering wheel is locked, move it from right to
left and turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If none
of this works, then your vehicle needs service.ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY):This position operates
some of the electrical accessories, such as the radio,
but not the climate control system.
Use ACC/ACCESSORY if you must have your vehicle
in motion while the engine is off, for example, if your
vehicle is being pushed or towed.
ON/RUN:This is the position the switch returns after
you start the engine and release the key. The switch
stays in ON/RUN when the engine is running. But even
when the engine is not running, you can use ON/RUN
to operate the electrical accessories, and to display
some instrument panel warning lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the
ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine
off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery
is allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
START:This position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The switch returns to
ON/RUN for normal driving. Do not turn the key to
START if the engine is running.
Even if the engine is not running, ACC/ACCESSORY
and ON/RUN allow you to operate electrical accessories,
such as the radio.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-8
Rainsense™ II Wipers.....................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-11
Cruise Control..............................................3-11
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-14
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Dome Lamp .................................................3-16
Entry Lighting...............................................3-16
Reading Lamps............................................3-17
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-17
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-17
Climate Controls............................................3-18
Automatic Climate Control System...................3-18
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-23
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-23Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-25
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-26
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-27
Trip Odometer..............................................3-27
Tachometer.................................................3-27
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-28
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-29
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-30
Charging System Light..................................3-32
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-32
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light. . . .3-33
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light . . .3-34
Electronic Stability Program Indicator Light.......3-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-35
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-35
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-36
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-38
Change Engine Oil Light................................3-39
Security Light...............................................3-40
Cruise Control Light......................................3-40
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-40
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.....................3-40
Fuel Gage...................................................3-41
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-42
Auto Stop Mode...........................................3-42
Charge/Assist Gage......................................3-43
Fuel Economy Light......................................3-43
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Erasing Speed Memory
The cruise control set speed memory is erased when
the cruise control or the ignition is turned off.
Exterior Lamps
The exterior lamp control is
located on the instrument
panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
The exterior lamp control can be turned to the following
positions:
9(Off):This position turns off the exterior lamps.
The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is
released.
AUTO (Automatic):This position is the automatic
mode for headlamps. The exterior lamps turn on and
off, depending on outside lighting.
;(Parking Lamps):This position turns on the
parking lamps together with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamps
Instrument Panel Lights
2(Headlamps):This position turns on the
headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps
and lights.
Lamps On Reminder
A warning chime sounds, if the driver’s door is opened
while the ignition is off and the lamps are on.
Wiper Activated Headlamps
This feature automatically turns on the headlamps and
parking lamps if the exterior lamp control is set in the
AUTO position and the windshield wipers are turned on
and have completed eight wipe cycles. SeeExterior
Lamps on page 3-14for additional information.
When the ignition is turned off, the wiper-activated
headlamps immediately turn off. They also turn off if
the windshield wiper control is turned off.
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Instrument Panel Brightness
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
The thumbwheel for this
feature is located on the
left side of the steering
wheel next to the exterior
lamps control.
Turn the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights
or to the left to dim them.
Dome Lamp
*(Dome Lamp Override):Press this button to keep
the dome lamps and other interior lamps turned off while
any door is open. Press this button again to return it to the
out position and the lamps automatically come on when
any door is opened.
+(On/Off):Press this button to turn the dome
lamps on and off while the doors are closed.
Entry Lighting
If the dome lamp override button is in the out position,
the lamps inside the vehicle automatically come on
when any door is opened or when the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) unlock button is pressed. After the door is
opened the lights remain on and stay on for 20 seconds
after the doors are closed, or until the key is put into the
ignition and turned to the ACC/ACCESSORY position.
The lights will then gradually dim until it is no longer lit.
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5. Remove the lter cover and pull out the old air lter.
6. Install the new air lter.
7. Reinstall the air lter cover. Reconnect the wire
cabling and re-install the glove box.
See your dealer/retailer if additional assistance is
needed.
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
This section describes the warning lights and gages on
the vehicle.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause
an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention
to the warning lights and gages could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is
a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Some
warning lights come on briey when the engine is started
to indicate they are working.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of the vehicle’s functions. Often gages and
warning lights work together to indicate a problem with
the vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
while driving, or when one of the gages shows there may
be a problem, check the section that explains what to do.
Follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be
costly and even dangerous.
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{CAUTION:
Even though the passenger sensing system is
designed to turn off the right front passenger’s
frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing
child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no
one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy
under some unusual circumstance, even
though it is turned off. We recommend that
rear-facing child restraints be secured in the
rear seat, even if the airbag is off.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag
status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing
system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal
airbag. SeePassenger Sensing System on page 1-63
for more on this, including important safety information.If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights
remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may
be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing
system. See your dealer/retailer for service.
{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 airbag(s). SeeAirbag Readiness Light
on page 3-29for more on this, including
important safety information.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission uid level.
A transaxle uid leak is the only reason for uid loss.
If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer
service department and have it repaired as soon as
possible.
Change the uid and lter at the intervals listed in
Additional Required Services on page 6-6, and be
sure to use the transaxle uid listed inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Notice:Use of the incorrect automatic transaxle
uid may damage your vehicle, and the damages may
not be covered by your warranty. Always use the
automatic transaxle uid listed inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
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 5-23.
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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