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Saturn 2009 VUE User Manual

Saturn 2009 VUE
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At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{ CAUTION
When you are doing this
inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves,
you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be
sure there is enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking
brake and the regular brake.
See Parking Brake on page 2-24.
Do not use the accelerator
pedal, and be ready to turn off
the engine immediately if it starts.
3. For automatic transmission
vehicles, try to start the engine in
each gear. The vehicle should
start only in P (Park) or
N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts
in any other position, contact
your dealer/retailer for service.
For manual transmission
vehicles, put the shift lever in
Neutral, push the clutch
pedal down halfway, and try to
start the engine. The vehicle
should start only when the clutch
pedal is pushed down all the
way to the floor. If the vehicle
starts when the clutch pedal
is not pushed all the way down,
contact your dealer/retailer
for service.
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control System Check
{ CAUTION
When you are doing this
inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves,
you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be
sure there is enough room
around the vehicle. It should be
parked on a level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
See Parking Brake on page 2-24.
Be ready to apply the regular
brake immediately if the vehicle
begins to move.
Maintenance Schedule 6-11

Table of Contents

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Saturn 2009 VUE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSaturn
Model2009 VUE
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Seats and Restraint System

Head Restraints

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

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

PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer

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

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.

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.

Cruise Control

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

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.

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.

Service and Appearance Care

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.

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.

Maintenance Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance

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

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

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

Customer Assistance Information

Reporting Safety Defects

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

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