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Instrument
Panel
Cluster
The
instrument
cluster
is
designed
to
let
you
know
at
a
glance
how
the
vehicle
is
running.
You
will
know
how
fast
you
are
going,
about
how
much
fuel
you
have
used,
and
many
other
things
you
will
need
to
know
to
drive
safely
and
economically.
United
States
version
shown,
Canada
similar
3-24
129
131
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Default Chapter
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Driver Seat Height Adjuster
9
Manual Lumbar
11
Heated Seats
11
Reclining Seatbacks
12
Head Restraints
13
Passenger Folding Seatback
14
Rear Seats
15
Split Folding Rear Seat
15
Safety Belts
16
Why Safety Belts Work
18
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
21
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
21
Driver Position
22
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
29
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
30
Right Front Passenger Position
30
Rear Seat Passengers
30
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
33
Safety Belt Pretensioners
35
Child Restraints
36
Safety Belt Extender
36
Older Children
36
Infants and Young Children
39
Child Restraint Systems
42
Where to Put the Restraint
45
Top Strap
46
Top Strap Anchor Location
47
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
49
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
52
Airbag System
54
Where Are the Airbags
57
When Should an Airbag Inflate
59
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
61
How Does an Airbag Restrain
61
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
62
Restraint System Check
64
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
64
Checking the Restraint Systems
64
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
65
Features and Controls
67
Keys
68
Remote Keyless Entry System
69
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
70
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
72
Battery Replacement
73
Doors and Locks
74
Door Locks
74
Power Door Locks
74
Delayed Locking
75
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
75
Lockout Protection
76
Windows
78
Theft-Deterrent Systems
80
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
81
Ignition Positions
81
New Vehicle Break-In
81
Starting the Engine
83
Starting Procedure
83
Engine Coolant Heater
84
Automatic Transaxle Operation
85
Manual Transaxle Operation
88
Shift Speeds
89
Parking Brake
90
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
91
Automatic Transaxle
91
Parking Your Vehicle
92
Parking over Things that Burn
93
Engine Exhaust
93
Running the Engine While Parked
94
Mirrors
95
Manual Rearview Mirror
95
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
96
Compass Variance
96
Compass Calibration
96
Temperature Display
97
Compass Operation
98
Outside Manual Mirrors
99
Outside Power Mirrors
100
Outside Convex Mirror
100
Onstar System
101
Storage Areas
102
Center Console Storage Area
102
Cargo Area
102
Glove Box
102
Roof Rack System
104
Sunroof
105
Instrument Panel
107
Section 3 Instrument Panel
108
Instrument Panel Overview
110
Hazard Warning Flashers
112
Tilt Wheel
112
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
113
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
113
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
114
Windshield Wipers
114
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
115
Cruise Control
116
Windshield Washer
116
Lamps on Reminder
119
Automatic Headlamp System
121
Accessory Power Outlets
123
Battery Run-Down Protection
123
Cargo Lamp
123
Climate Control System
124
Climate Controls
124
Defogging and Defrosting
125
Outlet Adjustment
126
Rear Window Defogger
126
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
127
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
129
Instrument Panel Cluster
130
Speedometer and Odometer
131
Trip Odometer
131
Airbag Readiness Light
132
Safety Belt Reminder Light
132
Battery Warning Light
133
Brake System Warning Light
134
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
135
Engine Coolant Temperature
137
Low Traction Light
137
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
138
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
138
If the Light Is Flashing
139
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
140
If the Light Is on Steady
140
Maintenance Schedule
141
Security Light
142
Change Engine Oil Light
142
Reduced Engine Power Light
142
Highbeam on Light
143
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
143
Indicator Light
143
Gate Ajar Light
143
Service Vehicle Soon Light
143
Fuel Gage
144
Low Fuel Warning Light
145
Audio System(S)
145
Setting the Time for Radios Without Radio Data Systems (RDS)
146
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)
146
AM-FM Radio
146
Finding a Station
147
Setting Preset Stations
147
Radio with CD (Base Level)
148
Playing a CD
150
Radio with CD (Mp)
152
Playing the Radio
153
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
156
Rds Messages
157
Playing the Single CD Player
158
Playing the Six-Disc CD Player
160
Using an Mp3 CD
163
Rear Seat Entertainment System
166
Before You Drive
167
Stereo Rca Jacks
168
Audio Output
169
Video Screen
170
DVD Radio
170
Playing a Disc
171
Remote Control
172
DVD Radio Error Messages
175
DVD Distortion
175
DVD Display Error Messages
175
Cleaning the DVD Player
175
Cleaning the Video Screen
175
Theft-Deterrent Feature
176
Radio Reception
178
Care of Your Cds and Dvds
179
Care of the CD and DVD Player
179
Fixed Mast Antenna
179
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
179
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
181
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
182
Driver Behavior
182
Driving Environment
182
Vehicle Design
183
Defensive Driving
183
Drunken Driving
184
Control of a Vehicle
186
Braking
187
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
188
Braking in Emergencies
190
Traction Control System (TCS)
190
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
191
Steering
191
Steering Tips
192
Steering in Emergencies
193
Off-Road Recovery
194
Passing
194
Loss of Control
195
Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle off Paved Roads
197
Environmental Concerns
199
Scanning the Terrain
200
Driving on Off-Road Hills
201
Approaching a Hill
202
Driving Uphill
202
Driving Downhill
204
Driving Across an Incline
206
Stalling on an Incline
207
Driving in Water
208
Driving at Night
210
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
211
Driving through Flowing Water
213
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
213
Driving through Deep Standing Water
213
City Driving
214
Freeway Driving
215
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
216
Highway Hypnosis
217
Hill and Mountain Roads
218
Winter Driving
220
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
222
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
224
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
224
Recovery Hook
225
Loading Your Vehicle
226
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
227
Towing
230
Towing Your Vehicle
230
Recreational Vehicle Towing
230
Towing a Trailer
235
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
236
Weight of the Trailer
237
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
237
Safety Chains
238
Trailer Brakes
238
Driving with a Trailer
239
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
240
Driving on Grades
240
Parking on Hills
241
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
242
Trailer Wiring
242
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
242
Changing a Tire When Trailer Towing
242
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
243
Service
245
Doing Your Own Service Work
246
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
246
Fuel
247
Gasoline Octane
247
Gasoline Specifications
247
California Fuel
248
Additives
248
Fuels in Foreign Countries
249
Filling the Tank
250
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
252
Checking Things under the Hood
252
Hood Release
253
Engine Compartment Overview
254
Engine Oil
257
When to Add Engine Oil
258
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
259
Engine Oil Life System
261
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
262
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.2L L4 Engine)
265
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (3.5L V6 Engine)
265
L V6 Engine
266
How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid
266
Checking the Fluid Level
267
Manual Transaxle Fluid
268
Hydraulic Clutch
268
Engine Coolant
268
What to Use
269
Adding Coolant
270
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
271
Engine Overheating
271
Cooling System
272
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
274
Windshield Washer Fluid
277
Brakes
278
Brake Fluid
278
Brake Adjustment
280
Battery
281
Vehicle Storage
281
Jump Starting
282
All-Wheel Drive
287
Headlamp Aiming
289
Bulb Replacement
289
Halogen Bulbs
289
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps
290
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
292
Fog Lamps
293
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
294
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
294
Replacement Bulbs
295
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
296
Tires
297
Tire Sidewall Labelling
298
Tire Size
300
Tire Terminology and Definitions
300
Inflation - Tire Pressure
303
How to Check
304
Tire Inspection and Rotation
304
When It Is Time for New Tires
306
Buying New Tires
306
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
307
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
309
Wheel Replacement
309
Tire Chains
310
If a Tire Goes Flat
311
Changing a Flat Tire
312
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
313
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
317
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
323
Compact Spare Tire
325
Appearance Care
326
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
326
Fabric/Carpet
328
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
328
Care of Safety Belts
329
Weatherstrips
329
Washing Your Vehicle
329
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
329
Finish Care
330
Windshield and Wiper Blades
330
Aluminum Wheels
331
Tires
331
Sheet Metal Damage
332
Finish Damage
332
Underbody Maintenance
332
Chemical Paint Spotting
332
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
333
Vehicle Identification
334
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
334
Service Parts Identification Label
334
Electrical System
335
Add-On Electrical Equipment
335
Windshield Wiper Fuses
335
Power Windows and Other Power Options
335
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
335
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
336
Underhood Fuse Block
338
Capacities and Specifications
341
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
343
Introduction
344
Maintenance Requirements
344
Maintenance Schedule
344
Using the Maintenance Schedule
344
Your Vehicle and the Environment
344
Scheduled Maintenance
346
Additional Required Services
348
Maintenance Footnotes
351
At each Fuel Fill
353
At Least Once a Month
353
Owner Checks and Services
353
At Least Once a Year
354
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
355
Underbody Flushing Service
355
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
356
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
358
Maintenance Record
359
Customer Assistance and Information
362
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
362
Online Owner Center
364
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
364
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
365
Roadside Assistance Program
365
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
367
Reporting Safety Defects
368
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
368
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
369
Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn
369
Service Publications Ordering Information
369
Service Manuals
369
Service Bulletins
370
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
381
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Model
2005 Vue
Category
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Language
English
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