Saturn 2004 Vue User Manual

Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?
Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it
highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever.
There is something about an easy stretch of road
with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires
on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush
of the wind against the vehicle that can make you
sleepy. Do not let it happen to you! If it does, your
vehicle can leave the road in less than a second,
and you could crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be
aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
• Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a
comfortably cool interior.
• Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead
and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors
and your instruments frequently.
• If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest,
service, or parking area and take a nap, get some
exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness
on the highway as an emergency.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from
driving in flat or rolling terrain.
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Saturn 2004 Vue Specifications

General

Brand	Saturn
Model	2004 Vue
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Safety Belts

Guidance on proper safety belt usage for all occupants.

Child Restraints

Airbag Systems

Details on how airbags work, their location, and safety precautions.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Doors and Locks

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Guidelines for new vehicle break-in and ignition positions.

OnStar® System

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Cruise Control (2.2L L4 Engine)

Climate Controls

Operation of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of instrument panel warning lights and gages.

Audio System(s)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Defensive Driving

Principles of defensive driving, including anticipation and concentration.

Drunken Driving

Risks and consequences of drinking and driving.

Braking

Understanding perception time, reaction time, and stopping distances.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Precautions and advice for driving in wet conditions.

Towing a Trailer

Advice and safety rules for towing a trailer.

Parking on Hills

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Requirements

Scheduled Maintenance

Details on when to perform Maintenance I and Maintenance II services.

Additional Required Services

Owner Checks and Services

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Roadside Assistance Program

Information on Saturn's roadside assistance services and coverage.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to the US and Canadian governments.