Saturn 2009 VUE User Manual

Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day.
Fully functional daytime running
lamps are required on all vehicles
first sold in Canada.
The DRL system makes the
low-beam headlamps come on
in daylight when the following
conditions are met:
• The engine is running,
• The exterior lamp band is in
AUTO, and
• The light sensor determines it is
daytime.
When the DRL are on, the
low-beam headlamps will be on.
The taillamps, sidemarker,
instrument panel lights and
other lamps will not be on.
When the exterior lamp band is
turned to the headlamp position,
the regular headlamps will come on.
The other lamps that come on with
the headlamps will also come on.
When the headlamps are turned off,
the regular lamps also turn off, and
the low-beam headlamps turn on.
The regular headlamp system
should be used when needed.
Automatic Headlamp
System
When it is dark enough outside, the
headlamps come on automatically.
There is a light sensor located on
top of the instrument panel. Do not
cover the sensor or the headlamps
will come on when they are not
needed.
The system may also turn on the
headlamps when driving through a
parking garage or tunnel.
Instrument Panel 3-13

Saturn 2009 VUE Specifications

General

Brand	Saturn
Model	2009 VUE
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

Adjustable head restraints for front and rear seats, proper installation and adjustment for safety.

Front Seats

Safety Belts

Proper use of safety belts, reasons for wearing them, and legal requirements.

Child Restraints

Guidance on using child restraints for infants, young children, and older children.

Airbag System

Information on airbag types, locations, deployment, and passenger sensing system.

Restraint System Check

How to check safety belt and restraint system components for proper function and damage.

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Theft-Deterrent Systems

PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer

Explanation of the PASS-Key III+ system, FCC/Industry Canada compliance.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Automatic Transmission Operation

Object Detection Systems

Details on the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) system and its limitations.

OnStar® System

Overview of OnStar services, safety features, and contact information.

Universal Home Remote System

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Identifies the main components of the instrument panel and their functions.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explains warning lights, gages, and indicators on the instrument panel, including system checks.

Exterior Controls and Signals

Cruise Control

How cruise control works, its limitations, and safety cautions for use.

Climate Control System

Instrument Panel Cluster and Gauges

Safety Belt and Airbag Indicators

Explains safety belt reminders and the airbag readiness and status indicators.

System Warning Lights

Covers charging, brake, ABS, power steering, traction, and StabiliTrak warning lights.

Engine and Tire Monitoring Lights

Explains engine coolant, tire pressure, and malfunction indicator lights.

DIC Operation and Messages

How to use the Driver Information Center, its displays, and understand warning messages.

Audio System Operation

Bluetooth® System

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Fundamentals

Emphasizes driver responsibility and how behavior, environment, and design affect driving.

Driving Techniques and Safety

Tips for fuel economy, defensive driving, avoiding drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Braking and Stability Systems

How braking works, ABS, StabiliTrak, and Traction Control systems improve vehicle control.

Off-Road and Special Conditions Driving

Towing Information

Service and Appearance Care

Service Information

Accessories and Modifications

Doing Your Own Service Work

Fuel

Checking Things Under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

Tires

Tire Sidewall Labeling

Inflation - Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire inflation pressure and consequences of under/over-inflation.

Tire Pressure Monitor System

How TPMS sensors monitor air pressure and warn the driver of low pressure.

Tire Inspection and Rotation

When It Is Time for New Tires

Buying New Tires

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

CAUTION about changing tires and steps to prevent vehicle movement.

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

Steps for removing a flat tire and installing the spare tire, including initial jack use.

Compact Spare Tire

Appearance Care

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule Introduction

Maintenance Requirements

Scheduled Maintenance

Explains when service is required based on the Change Engine Oil light and service intervals.

Additional Required Services

Owner Checks and Services

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Table listing recommended fluids and lubricants by usage and part number.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Maintenance Record

Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA, Transport Canada, and Saturn.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Event Data Recorders

OnStar®