Saturn 2009 VUE User Manual

The regular brakes must be applied
first and then the shift lever button
pressed before you can shift from
P (Park) when the ignition key is in
ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of
P (Park), ease pressure on the shift
lever and push the shift lever all the
way into P (Park) as you maintain
brake application. Then press the
shift lever button and move the shift
lever into another gear. See Shifting
Out of Park on page 2-27.
R (Reverse): Use this gear to
back up.
Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse)
while the vehicle is moving
forward could damage the
transmission. The repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Shift to R (Reverse)
only after the vehicle is stopped.
To rock the vehicle back and forth to
get out of snow, ice or sand without
damaging the transmission, see If
Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud,
Ice, or Snow on page 4-27.
N (Neutral): In this position,
the engine does not connect with
the wheels. To restart the engine
when the vehicle is already moving,
use N (Neutral) only. Also, use
N (Neutral) when the vehicle is
being towed.
{ CAUTION
Shifting into a drive gear while the
engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal, the
vehicle could move very rapidly.
You could lose control and hit
people or objects. Do not shift
into a drive gear while the engine
is running at high speed.
Notice: Shifting out of P (Park)
or N (Neutral) with the engine
running at high speed may
damage the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
engine is not running at high
speed when shifting the vehicle.
D (Drive): This position is for
normal driving with the automatic
transmission. It provides the best
fuel economy. If you need more
power for passing, and you are:
• Going less than about 35 mph
(55 km/h), push the accelerator
pedal about halfway down.
• Going about 35 mph (55 km/h),
push the accelerator all the
way down.
Downshifting the transmission in
slippery road conditions could result
in skidding, see “Skidding” under
Loss of Control on page 4-12.
Notice: Spinning the tires
or holding the vehicle in one
place on a hill using only the
accelerator pedal may damage
the transmission. The repair will
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. If you are stuck, do not
spin the tires. When stopping on
a hill, use the brakes to hold the
vehicle in place.
2-20 Features and Controls

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®