2006 SATURN VUE engine

Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also, in this manual you will nd these notices:
Notice:These mean there is something that could
damage your vehicle.
A notice tells about something that can damage the
vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered
by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But
the notice will tell what to do to help avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see
CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors
or in different words.
There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They use
the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
Vehicle Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use
symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along
with the text describing the operation or information
relating to a specic component, control, message,
gage, or indicator.
If you need help guring out a specic name of a
component, gage, or indicator, reference the
following topics:
Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1
Features and Controls in Section 2
Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3
Climate Controls in Section 3
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3
Audio System(s) in Section 3
Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5
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Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-4
Doors and Locks.............................................2-8
Door Locks....................................................2-8
Power Door Locks..........................................2-8
Delayed Locking.............................................2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks................2-9
Rear Door Security Locks..............................2-10
Lockout Protection........................................2-11
Liftgate........................................................2-11
Windows........................................................2-12
Power Windows............................................2-13
Sun Visors...................................................2-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-14
Passlock
®....................................................2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-15
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-15
Ignition Positions..........................................2-15
Starting the Engine.......................................2-16
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-18
Automatic Transaxle Operation.......................2-19
Manual Transaxle Operation...........................2-22
Parking Brake..............................................2-24Shifting Into Park (P)
(Automatic Transaxle)................................2-25
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-26
Parking Your Vehicle
(Manual Transaxle)....................................2-26
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-27
Engine Exhaust............................................2-27
Running the Engine While Parked...................2-28
Mirrors...........................................................2-29
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®, Compass and
Temperature Display..................................2-29
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-31
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-31
OnStar
®System.............................................2-32
Storage Areas................................................2-34
Glove Box...................................................2-34
Cupholder(s)................................................2-34
Floor Console Storage Area...........................2-34
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-34
Cargo Area..................................................2-34
Roof Rack System........................................2-36
Sunroof.........................................................2-38
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Delayed Locking
This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors
and arming of the theft-deterrent system for ve seconds
when the power door lock switch or remote keyless
entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle.
If any door is open when locking the vehicle,
three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed
locking feature is active. Five seconds after the last
door is closed, all of the doors will lock. To cancel the
delay and lock the doors immediately, press the
lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter or
the power door lock switch a second time. The theft
deterrent system will arm after 30 seconds.
Programmable Automatic
Door Locks
Automatic Locking
If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, all the doors
and liftgate will automatically lock when the ignition
is in RUN and the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P).
If your vehicle has a manual transaxle, all the doors
and liftgate will automatically lock when the vehicle
reaches a speed of more than 3 mph (5 km/h).All doors must be closed. The automatic locking feature
cannot be disabled.
In the following situations, all doors will lock again when:
The brake pedal is applied, a door is opened and
then closed, and the brake pedal is released, for a
vehicle with an automatic transaxle.
A door is opened and then closed while the vehicle is
moving faster than 3 mph (5 km/h), for a vehicle with
an manual transaxle.
Programmable Automatic Unlocking
If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, all the doors
and liftgate will automatically unlock when the shift
lever is moved into PARK (P).
If your vehicle has a manual transaxle, all the doors
and liftgate will automatically unlock when the key
is removed from the ignition.
The unlocking feature can be programmed on or off by
turning the ignition to RUN, engine not running, and
pressing the unlock part of the power door lock switch
for eight seconds. The horn will chirp once when
this feature is on and twice when it is off.
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Lockout Protection
If you press the power door lock switch when the key
is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors
will lock and then the driver’s door will unlock. Be
sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking
your vehicle.
If the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock
the doors while the key is in the ignition, a chime
will sound three times. All doors will then lock.
Liftgate
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You cannot see or
smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and
even death. If you must drive with the liftgate
open or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed and select the
control setting that will force outside air
into your vehicle. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-19.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 2-27.
Use your remote keyless entry transmitter or power
door lock switches to unlock the liftgate.
To open the liftgate, lift the handle located in the
center of the liftgate.
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Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make
it impossible to steal.
Passlock®
Your vehicle is equipped with the
Passlock®theft-deterrent system.
This light will come on for
the theft-deterent system.
Passlock
®is a passive theft-deterrent system.
Passlock®enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is
turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the
ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled.During normal operation, the security light will go off
approximately ve seconds after the key is turned
to RUN following an engine start.
If the engine stalls and the security light ashes, wait
until the light stops ashing before trying to restart
the engine. Remember to release the key from START
as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine is running and the security light comes
on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the
engine off. However, your Passlock
®system is not
working properly and must be serviced by your retailer.
Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock
®at this
time. You may also want to check the fuses, seeFuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-94. See your retailer
for service. Also, seeRoadside Assistance Program
on page 7-6for more information.
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Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an elaborate
break-in. But it will perform better in the long run
if you follow these guidelines:
Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or
slow, for the rst 500 miles (805 km). Do not
make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting
to brake, or slow, the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the rst 200 miles
(322 km) or so. During this time your new brake
linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline
every time you get new brake linings.
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. SeeTowing
a Trailer on page 4-52for the trailer towing
capabilities of your vehicle and more
information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be
gradually increased.
Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition
switch, you can turn it to
four different positions.
A warning tone will sound
if you open the driver’s
door when the key has
not been removed from
the ignition.
9(LOCK):This position locks your steering column.
It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to
remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK.
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If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch
cannot be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is
in PARK (P).
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break the
key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with
your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If
it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you
turn the key hard. If none of this works, then
your vehicle needs service.
{CAUTION:
If you have a manual transaxle removing the
key from the ignition switch will lock the
steering column and result in a loss of ability to
steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision.
If you need to turn the engine off while the
vehicle is moving, turn the key to ACC.
ACC (Accessory):This position operates some of your
electrical accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel
and ignition.
R(RUN):This is the position the switch returns to after
you start your engine and release the switch. The switch
stays in RUN when the engine is running. But even
when the ignition is not running, you can use RUN to
operate your electrical accessories and to display some
warning and indicator lights.
/(START):This position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will
return to RUN for normal driving.
Starting the Engine
Automatic Transaxle
Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
The engine will not start in any other position — that
is a safety feature. To restart when you are already
moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice:Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle
moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into
PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transaxle
The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking
brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the oor and
start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch
pedal is not all the way down — that is a safety feature.
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Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition to START. When the engine starts, let
go of the key. The idle speed will go down as
your engine gets warm. Your vehicle has a
Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature
assists in starting the engine and protects the
electrical system. If the ignition key is turned to the
START position, and then released when the
engine begins cranking, the engine will continue
cranking until the vehicle starts or until it exceeds
the maximum cranking time allowed, approximately
15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage.
To prevent starter-motor gear damage, this system
also prevents cranking if the engine is already
running. The engine cranking can be stopped by
turning the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
or LOCK position.
Notice:Holding your key in START for longer
than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery
to be drained much sooner. And the excessive
heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about
15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining
your battery or damaging your starter.
2. If it does not start, wait about 15 seconds and try
again to start the engine by turning the ignition to
START. Wait about 15 seconds between each try.When the engine has run about 10 seconds to
warm up, your vehicle is ready to be driven. Do not
run your engine at high speed when it is cold.
If the weather is below freezing (32°F or 0°C), let
the engine run for a few minutes to warm up.
3. If the engine still will not start, or starts but then
stops, it could be ooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the
oor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts
briey but then stops again, do the same thing, but
this time keep the pedal down for ve or six seconds.
This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.
Notice:Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts
or accessories, you could change the way the engine
operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check
with your retailer. If you do not, your engine might
not perform properly. Any resulting damage would
not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.
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