2005 SATURN VUE spare tire

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone. Store
all these in the proper place.
To store the at or spare tire and tools, do the following:
1. Place the wheel wrench into the bag and use the
straps to secure the bag to the jack.
2. Install the jack in the
driver’s side panel of
the rear cargo area and
secure with the
wing bolt.3. Remove the wheel stow rod from the upper left side
of the oor compartment.
4. Screw the threaded wheel stow rod onto the spare
tire bracket. The nal position of the wheel stow rod
must be rotated to the farthest forward position
so that the top of the rod faces forward.
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5. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 underRemoving the
Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-71to replace the
oor cargo organizer and lock in place.
6. Place the at, or damaged tire, face down, on the
load oor with the threaded wheel stow rod sticking
up through the center hole of the wheel.Vehicles equipped with the 3.5L V6 (L66) engine
and aluminum wheels, must remove the center cap
from the wheel prior to placing it on the load
oor. To remove the center cap, tap the cap for the
backside of the wheel, then place the wheel on
the load oor.
7. Place the wheel retainer bolt onto the wheel stow
rod and tighten.
The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace
the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon
as you can. See the storage instructions label to replace
your compact spare into your cargo area properly.
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Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated when
the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Check the ination pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stop
as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire
is correctly inated. The compact spare is made to
perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h)
for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can
nish your trip and have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced at your convenience. Of course, it is best
to replace the spare with a full-size tire as soon as
possible. The spare tire will last longer and be in good
shape in case it is needed again.Notice:When the compact spare is installed, do
not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact spare can get
caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and
wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They will not t. Keep the
spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact spare.
Using them can damage your vehicle and can
damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on
your compact spare.
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your Saturn retailer can assist you with these
checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-15for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-26for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-55for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-70.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway
drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service
notication. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary,
rotate the tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-62.
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We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the
nearest service station.
Lock-out Service (identication required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will
be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain
entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement
key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest Saturn
retailer for warranty service or in the event of
a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided
when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not
covered by a warrantable failure.)
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Saturn Retailer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Saturn’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However,
when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representatives:
Your name, home address, and home telephone
number
Telephone number of your location
Location of the vehicle
Model, year, color, and license plate number
Mileage, Vehicle Identication Number and delivery
date of the vehicle
Description of the problem
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our
service, it is added security while traveling for you
and your family. Remember we are only a phone call
away. Saturn Roadside Assistance: 1-800-553-6000;
text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-6000.
Saturn reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Saturn’s
judgment, the claims become excessive in frequency
or type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the
coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Saturn reserves the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any
time without notication.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-52
Chains, Tire...................................................5-68
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-32
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-90
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-36
Infants and Young Children...........................1-33
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-42
Older Children.............................................1-30
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-43
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position...................................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..........................1-46
Top Strap...................................................1-40
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-41
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-39
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-89
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-87
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-86Cleaning (cont.)
Finish Care.................................................5-88
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-84
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-86
Tires..........................................................5-89
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-90
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-87
Weatherstrips..............................................5-87
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-88
Climate Control System...................................3-18
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-21
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-20
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-26
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-27
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-83
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-6
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-32
Engine Temperature Warning Light.................3-31
Heater, Engine............................................2-18
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-29
Cooling System..............................................5-30
Cruise Control................................................3-10
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Radios..........................................................3-39
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-40
Care of Your CD and DVD Player..................3-73
Care of Your CDs and DVDs........................3-73
Radio with CD....................................3-42, 3-46
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-40
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-40
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-70
Understanding Reception..............................3-72
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-10
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-27
Rear Seat Entertainment System.......................3-60
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-24
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-31
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar
®,
Compass and Temperature Display..................2-29
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-29
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-14
Recovery Hook...............................................4-45Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-50
Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-36
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.............................................5-75
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-71
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-53
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government................................... 7-9
Saturn......................................................... 7-9
United States Government.............................. 7-8
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................1-58
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-59
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-24
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-44
Roof Rack System..........................................2-38
Running the Engine While Parked.....................2-28
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Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-26
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-23
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Spare Tire
Compact....................................................5-83
Installing....................................................5-75
Removing...................................................5-71
Storing.......................................................5-81
Specications, Capacities.................................5-99
Speedometer..................................................3-25
Split Folding Rear Seat..................................... 1-9
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-17
Steering........................................................4-11
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Cargo Area.................................................2-36
Center Console Storage Area........................2-36
Glove Box..................................................2-36
Roof Rack System.......................................2-38
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-44
Sun Visors.....................................................2-13
Sunroof.........................................................2-39T
Tachometer....................................................3-25
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps....5-52
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-30
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-70
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-14
Passlock
®...................................................2-14
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Tires.............................................................5-55
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-89
Buying New Tires........................................5-64
Chains.......................................................5-68
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-70
Cleaning....................................................5-89
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-83
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-69
Ination -- Tire Pressure...............................5-61
Inspection and Rotation................................5-62
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-75
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-75
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-71
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