Saturn VUE 2008 User Manual

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Weight of the Trailer
How heavy can a trailer safely be?
It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For
example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside
temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull
a trailer are all important. It can also depend on any
special equipment that you have on your vehicle,
and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry.
See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” later in this
section for more information.
Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the
driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required
trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional
equipment, passengers and cargo must be subtracted
from the maximum trailer weight.
Look in the following chart to find the maximum trailer
weight for your vehicle.
Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. *GCWR
2WD (2.4L L4 Engine) 3.91 1,500 lbs (680 kg) 5,375 lbs (2 438 kg)
2WD (3.6L V6 Engine) 2.77 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 8,000 lbs (3 629 kg)
AWD (3.5L V6 Engine) 2.77 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 7,800 lbs (3 538 kg)
AWD (3.6L V6 Engine)** 2.77 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 8,000 lbs (3 629 kg)
*The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total
allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer
including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversion.
The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded.
**The VUE Red Line should not be used to tow a trailer.
—
You can ask your dealer/retailer for trailering information
or advice.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight
to measure because it affects the total or gross weight
of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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2008 - Saturn VUE Owner Manual (July 23, 2007)

Saturn VUE 2008 Specifications

General

Brand	Saturn
Model	VUE 2008
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seats and Restraint Systems

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

Explains the importance of safety belts for all occupants and the reasons why they are legally required.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Provides instructions for adults on proper lap-shoulder belt fit, including seating position and belt placement.

Child Restraints

Older Children

Infants and Young Children

Details on using appropriate child restraints and the dangers of holding infants unrestrained in a crash.

Child Restraint Systems

Explains different types of add-on child restraints and how to properly secure them in the vehicle.

Instrument Panel

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Description of various warning lights, gages, and indicators on the instrument cluster and their meaning.

Driving Your Vehicle

Driver Behavior

Emphasizes the importance of buckling up, avoiding excessive speed, and driving sober for safer trips.

Braking

Details on braking action, reaction time, stopping distances, and the Antilock Brake System (ABS).

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Scheduled Maintenance

Customer Assistance and Information

Roadside Assistance Program

Details on coverage, services provided (fuel delivery, lockout, towing), and contact information for roadside assistance.