Saturn 2004 Vue User Manual

Dinghy Towing (Manual or Five-Speed
Automatic Transaxle*)
To tow your vehicle from the front with all four wheels
on the ground, do the following:
1. Position and attach the vehicle to tow it behind the
recreational vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition key to ACC.
3. Turn fog lamps and all accessories off.
4. If you have the manual transaxle, shift your
transaxle to NEUTRAL and let the engine run
for three minutes, then turn it off.
Notice: Towing your vehicle after shifting the
five-speed automatic transaxle from anything other
than DRIVE (D) to NEUTRAL (N) can cause internal
damage to the automatic transaxle. Always shift the
five-speed automatic transaxle from DRIVE (D) to
NEUTRAL (N) as the last shift before towing.
5. If you have the automatic five-speed transaxle, shift
your transaxle from DRIVE (D) to NEUTRAL and let
the engine run for three minutes, then turn it off.
6. Locate and remove the large IGNITION fuse from
the underhood fuse block. See “Instrument Panel
Fuse Block” under Fuses and Circuit Breakers
on page 5-98.
Notice: If you tow your vehicle without performing
each of the steps listed under “Dinghy Towing,”
you could damage the automatic transaxle. Be sure
to follow all steps of the dinghy towing procedure
prior to and after towing your vehicle.
Notice: If you tow your vehicle for more than
eight hours per day or at speeds greater than
65 mph (105 km/h), you could damage the automatic
transaxle. The repairs would not be covered
by your warranty. Do not tow your vehicle for
extended periods of time or at speeds greater
than 65 mph (105 km/h).
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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.