Saturn 2009 VUE User Manual

OnStar Services Included with
Directions & Connections Plan
•
All Safe and Sound Plan Services
• OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation
(If equipped) or Driving
Directions - Advisor delivered
• RideAssist
• Information and Convenience
Services
OnStar Hands-Free Calling
OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows
eligible OnStar subscribers to
make and receive calls using voice
commands. Hands-Free Calling is
fully integrated into the vehicle, and
can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid
Minute Packages. Most vehicles
include 30 trial minutes good for
60 days. Hands-Free Calling
can also be linked to a Verizon
Wireless service plan in the U.S. or
a Bell Mobility service plan in
Canada, depending on eligibility.
To find out more, refer to the OnStar
Owner’s Guide in the vehicle’s glove
box, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, or
speak with an OnStar advisor by
pressing the OnStar button or calling
1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Navigation
Vehicles with the OnStar
Turn-by-Turn Navigation system
can provide voice-guided driving
directions. Press the OnStar button
to have an OnStar advisor locate a
business or address and download
driving directions to the vehicle.
Voice-guided directions to the
desired destination will play through
the audio system speakers. See the
OnStar Owner’s Guide for more
information.
OnStar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature
of OnStar Hands-Free Calling
that uses minutes to access
location-based weather, local traffic
reports, and stock quotes. Press the
phone button and give a few simple
voice commands to browse through
the various topics. See the OnStar
Owner’s Guide for more information.
This feature is only available in the
continental U.S.
OnStar Steering Wheel
Controls
This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute
button that can be used to interact
with OnStar Hands-Free Calling.
See Audio Steering Wheel Controls
on page 3-92 for more information.
OnStar voice command does not
work unless Personal Calling is
activated. To activate Personal
Calling, see the OnStar Owner’s
Guide.
Features and Controls 2-35

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®