light SATURN VUE HYBRID 2009 User Guide

To open or close a window, press
or pull up on the switch.
The power windows operate when
the ignition is in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY, or while in
Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 2-15.
Express-Down Window
The driver window switch has an
express-down feature that lowers
the window without holding the
switch. Press the switch part way
and the window will open a
small amount. Press the switch
down all the way and release it and
the window lowers all the way.
To stop the window while it
is lowering, press and release the
switch.
Window Lockout
o(Window Lockout):The
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, or detach the driver sun
visor from the center mount and
slide it along the rod from
side-to-side.
On a visor with a mirror, lift the
cover to use it.
Theft-Deterrent
Systems
Vehicle theft is big business,
especially in some cities. This vehicle
has theft-deterrent features,
however, they do not make it
impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
This vehicle may have a content
theft-deterrent alarm system.
The security light is located near the
center of the instrument panel.United States shown,
Canada similar
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To arm the theft-deterrent system,
close all doors and press
Qon the
RKE transmitter. The security light
comes on solid for approximately
30 seconds and then ashes slowly.
If
Qis pressed a second time, the
theft-deterrent system activates
immediately. The content theft
deterrent alarm is not armed until
the security light ashes slowly.
If any door or the liftgate are opened
without using the key or pressing
Kon the RKE transmitter, the
exterior lamps ash and the horn
sounds for about 30 seconds. If
Qor
Kon the RKE transmitter is not
pressed, the alarm sounds and
periodically repeats. If the system
does not operate as described
above, see your dealer/retailer
for service.The theft-deterrent system also
activates if the doors are locked
with the key.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident, always unlock a door
with the RKE transmitter or a key.
Unlocking a door any other way
sets off the alarm if the system
has been armed.
If the alarm is set off by accident,
press
QorKon the RKE
transmitter or place the key in
the ignition and turn it to START
to turn it off.
Testing the Alarm
To test the alarm:
1. From inside the vehicle, lower
the driver’s window and open
the driver door.
2. Get out of the vehicle, close the
door and activate the system by
pressing
Qon the RKE
transmitter.3. Wait for the security light to
ash slowly.
4. Reach in through the window to
unlock the door with the manual
door lock and open the door.
This should set off the alarm.
If the alarm does not sound when it
should, but the vehicle’s headlamps
ash, check to see if the horn
works. The horn fuse may be blown.
To replace the fuse, seeFuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-75.
If the alarm does not sound or
the vehicle’s headlamps do
not ash, see your dealer/retailer
for service.
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PASS-Key®III+ Electronic
Immobilizer
The PASS-Key III+ system operates
on a radio frequency subject to
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and
with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause
harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.This device complies with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation of the
device.
Changes or modications to
this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
PASS-Key III+ uses a radio
frequency transponder in the key
that matches a decoder in the
vehicle.
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has PASS-Key®III+
(Personalized Automotive Security
System) theft-deterrent system.
PASS-Key
®III+ is a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system is automatically armed
when the key is removed from
the ignition.
You do not have to manually arm or
disarm the system.
The security light comes on if there is
a problem with arming or disarming
the theft-deterrent system.
When the PASS-Key
®III+ system
senses that someone is using
the wrong key, it prevents the
vehicle from starting. Anyone using
a trial-and-error method to start
the vehicle will be discouraged
because of the high number
of electrical key codes.
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When trying to start the vehicle if
the engine does not start and
the security light on the instrument
panel cluster comes on, there
may be a problem with your
theft-deterrent system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start,
and the key appears to be not
damaged, wait about ve minutes
and try another ignition key and
check the fuse. SeeFuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-75.
If the engine still does not start
with the other key, the vehicle
needs service. If the vehicle does
start, the rst key may be faulty.
See your dealer/retailer who
can service the PASS-Key
®III+
to have a new key made. In
an emergency, contact Roadside
Assistance. SeeRoadside
Assistance Program on page 7-5.It is possible for the PASS-Key
®III+
decoder to “learn” the transponder
value of a new or replacement key.
Up to 10 keys may be programmed
for the vehicle. The following
procedure is for programming
additional keys only. If all the
currently programmed keys are
lost or do not operate, you must see
your dealer/retailer or a locksmith
who can service PASS-Key
®III+
to have keys made and programmed
to the system.
See your dealer/retailer or a
locksmith who can service
PASS-Key
®III+ to get a new key
blank that is cut exactly as the
ignition key that operates the system.
To program the new key:
1. Verify that the new key has
a
1stamped on it.
2. Insert the already programmed
key in the ignition and start the
engine. If the engine does not
start, see your dealer/retailer
for service.3. After the engine has started, turn
the key to LOCK/OFF, and
remove the key.
4. Insert the key to be programmed
and turn it to the ON/RUN
position within ve seconds of
the original key being turned
to the LOCK/OFF position.
The security light turns off once
the key has been programmed.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4
if additional keys are to be
programmed.
If the PASS-Key
®III+ key is lost or
damaged, see your dealer/retailer
or a locksmith to have a new
key made.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft
deterrent system in the vehicle.
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ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY):This is
the position in which you can operate
the electrical accessories or items
plugged into the accessory power
outlets.
Use this position if the vehicle must
be pushed or towed.
ON/RUN:This position can be used
to operate the electrical accessories
and to display some instrument
panel cluster warning and indicator
lights. The switch stays in this
position when the engine is running.
The transmission is also unlocked in
this position. If you leave the key in
the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN
positions with the engine off, the
battery could be drained. You may
not be able to start the vehicle if the
battery is allowed to drain for an
extended period of time.START:This is the position that
starts the engine. When the engine
starts, release the key. The ignition
switch returns to ON/RUN for driving.
A warning tone will sound when the
driver door is opened, the ignition is
in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
and the key is in the ignition.
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories may be
used for up to 10 minutes after
the ignition key is turned off:
Outside Mirror
Power Windows
Radio
All these features work when the
ignition key is in the ON/RUN
or ACC/ACCESSORY positions,
until a door is opened.
Starting the Engine
(Automatic Engine
Start/Stop)
Place the transmission in the
proper gear.
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
N (Neutral). The engine will not start
in any other position. To restart the
engine when the vehicle is already
moving, use N (Neutral) only.
Notice:Do not try to shift to
P (Park) if the vehicle is moving.
If you do, you could damage
the transmission. Shift to P (Park)
only when the vehicle is stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to
START. When the engine starts,
let go of the key. The idle speed
will go down as your engine gets
warm. Do not race the engine
immediately after starting it.
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The Engine Will Remain
Running When:
The engine, transmission, or
hybrid battery is not warmed
up yet.
The outside temperature is
high — usually above
95°F (35°C) and the climate
control system is working to
cool the vehicle in A/C mode
(yellow light illuminated on
A/C button) or if defrost is
selected. SeeAutomatic Climate
Control System on page 3-17
for more information.
The shift lever is in P (Park),
R (Reverse), N (Neutral) or
M (Manual Mode).
The hybrid battery pack
charge is low.
The 12V vehicle battery charge
is low, or loads are high.
The hood is not fully closed.The Engine Will Restart When:
The brake pedal is released.
The accelerator pedal is applied.
When shifting from D (Drive)
to P (Park), R (Reverse),
N (Neutral) or M (Manual Mode),
the engine will restart
immediately.
If the A/C button (green light
illuminated on A/C) button is
selected, the duration of
the AUTO STOP will depend on
the outside temperature. This
economy mode improves
fuel economy by limiting the
effects of the air conditioning.
The warmer it is outside,
the shorter the time before the
engine is restarted to provide
cabin cooling.
The climate control system is
turned from Off to On (econ
or normal A/C, or oor/
defog/defrost) SeeAutomatic
Climate Control System on
page 3-17for more information.
The engine is required to run for
either heater or climate control
performance. See “Air
Conditioning and Engine
Start/Stop” underAutomatic
Climate Control System on
page 3-17for more information.
The hybrid battery pack charge is
low and requires recharging.
Auto Stop time is greater than
two minutes.
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Manual Shift Mode (MSM)
(Automatic Transmission)
To use this feature, do the following:
1. Move the shift lever from
D (Drive) rearward to the
M (Manual Mode).
The display will show a 3 for
third gear.
When coming to a stop in
the manual position, the
vehicle will automatically shift
to 1 (First) gear.
2. Press the plus (+) button to
upshift or the minus (−) button
to downshift.
While driving in MSM, the vehicle
will have sportier performance. Use
this when you want the vehicle
to stay in gear longer or to downshift
for more power or engine braking.The transmission will only allow you
to shift into a gear range appropriate
for the vehicle speed.The transmission will not
automatically shift to the next
higher gear range without
pressing the button on the
shifter handle.
The transmission will not allow
shifting to the next lower gear
if the vehicle speed is too high.
If the vehicle does not respond to a
gear change, or detects a problem
with the transmission, the range
of gears may be reduced and
the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
will come on. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 3-30.
Parking Brake
The parking brake lever is located in
the center console between the
front seats.
To set the parking brake, hold the
brake pedal down and pull up on the
parking brake lever. If the ignition
is in ON/RUN, the brake system
warning light will come on.
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To release the parking brake, hold
the brake pedal down. Pull the
parking brake lever up until you can
press the release button. Hold
the release button in as you move
the brake lever all the way down.
Release the parking brake
before driving the vehicle.
Notice:Driving with the parking
brake on can overheat the
brake system and cause
premature wear or damage to
brake system parts. Make
sure that the parking brake is
fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.Regenerative Braking
Regenerative braking takes some of
the energy from the moving
vehicle and turns it back into
electrical energy. This energy is
then stored back into the vehicle’s
hybrid battery system, contributing
to increased fuel efficiency.
The system works whenever you
take your foot off the accelerator
pedal while the vehicle is moving in a
forward gear. This causes the
vehicle to slow down more quickly. It
may feel like the brake pedal is being
pressed, even when it is not.
Shifting Into Park
{CAUTION
It can be dangerous to get out of
the vehicle if the shift lever is not
fully in P (Park) with the parking
brake rmly set. The vehicle can
roll. If you have left the engine
running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be
injured. To be sure the vehicle will
not move, even when you are on
fairly level ground, use the steps
that follow. If you are pulling a
trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 4-26.
1. Hold the brake pedal down and
set the parking brake. See
Parking Brake on page 2-22for
more information.
2. Move the shift lever into P (Park)
by pressing the button on the
shift lever and pushing the lever
all the way toward the front of
the vehicle.
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{CAUTION
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed
area with poor ventilation is
dangerous. Engine exhaust may
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness
and even death. Never run the
engine in an enclosed area that
has no fresh air ventilation. For
more information, seeEngine
Exhaust on page 2-26.
Follow the proper steps to be sure
the vehicle will not move. See
Shifting Into Park on page 2-23.
If parking on a hill and pulling
a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 4-26.
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
The vehicle has a manual rearview
mirror. It can be adjusted by
holding the mirror in the center to
move it for a clearer view behind
your vehicle. Reduce the glare
of headlamps from behind by
pushing the lever forward or pulling
it back for daytime/nighttime use.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
The vehicle has an automatic
dimming rearview mirror.
Vehicles with OnStar
®have
three additional control buttons
for the OnStar
®system. See your
dealer/retailer for more informationabout OnStar
®and how to subscribe
to it. SeeOnStar®System on
page 2-29for more information
about the services OnStar
®
provides.
O(On/Off):Press to turn the
dimming feature on or off.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
Operation
The automatic dimming mirror
reduces the glare from the
headlamps of the vehicle behind
you. The dimming feature comes on
and the indicator light illuminates
each time the ignition is turned
to start.
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Your Responsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if
the OnStar advisor cannot be heard.
If the light next to the OnStar
buttons is red, the system may not
be functioning properly. Press
the OnStar button and request a
vehicle diagnostic. If the light
appears clear (no light is appearing),
your OnStar subscription has
expired and all services have been
deactivated. Press the OnStar
button to conrm that the OnStar
equipment is active.Universal Home
Remote System
The Universal Home Remote
System provides a way to
replace up to three hand-held
Radio-Frequency (RF) transmitters
used to activate devices such
as garage door openers, security
systems, and home lighting.
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause
harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.This device complies with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation of the
device.
Changes or modications to
this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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