2007 SATURN AURA HYBRID service indicator

When the system is turned off, the TRACTION
OFF message will rst appear followed by the ESC
OFF message. The ESC OFF and TCS OFF
indicator lights will also appear to warn the driver
that both traction control and ESC are disabled.
It is recommended to leave the system on
for normal driving conditions, but it may be
necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is
stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, and you want
to “rock” your vehicle to attempt to free it. It may
also be necessary to turn off the system when
driving in extreme off-road conditions where high
wheel spin is required. SeeIf Your Vehicle is
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 241.
ESC may also turn off automatically if it determines
that a problem exists with the system. The ESC
OFF and SERVICE ESC messages and the
ESC OFF light will be on solid to warn the driver
that ESC is disabled and requires service. If
the problem does not clear itself after restarting
the vehicle, you should see your retailer for
service. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 182.
Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can
affect your vehicle’s performance. SeeAccessories
and Modications on page 253.Traction Control Operation
The traction control system is part of the ESC
system. Traction control limits wheel spin by
reducing engine power to the wheels (engine
speed management) and by applying brakes to
each individual wheel (brake-traction control)
as necessary.
The traction control system is enabled
automatically when you start your vehicle, and it
will activate and display the LOW TRACTION
message if it senses that any of the wheels are
spinning or beginning to lose traction while driving.
If you turn off traction control, the TCS OFF
warning light will come on and the TRACTION
OFF message will be displayed The ESC system
will remain operational unless it is turned off.
For more information on the traction active
message, seeDriver Information Center (DIC) on
page 179.
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Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers
and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may
be available in your area. We recommend that you
use these gasolines if they comply with the
specications described earlier. However, E85
(85% ethanol) and other fuels containing
more than 10% ethanol must not be used in
vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.
Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for fuel
that contains methanol. Do not use fuel
containing methanol. It can corrode metal
parts in the fuel system and also damage
plastic and rubber parts. That damage would
not be covered under your warranty.Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing
additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you
buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.
We recommend against the use of such gasolines.
Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of
spark plugs and the performance of the emission
control system may be affected. The malfunction
indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to
your retailer for service.
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Brake Wear
Your vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads
have built-in wear indicators that make a
high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed. The sound
can come and go or be heard all the time
your vehicle is moving, except when you are
pushing on the brake pedal rmly.
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that
soon the brakes will not work well. That
could lead to an accident. When you hear
the brake wear warning sound, have your
vehicle serviced.
Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly brake repair.Some driving conditions or climates can cause a
brake squeal when the brakes are rst applied
or lightly applied. This does not mean something
is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten
wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque
specications inCapacities and Specications on
page 351.
Brake linings should always be replaced as
complete axle sets.Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does
not return to normal height, or if there is a
rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service might be required.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without
the vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear.
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The low tire pressure warning light on the
instrument panel cluster, and the CHECK TIRE
PRESS message displays at each ignition
cycle until the tires are inated to the correct
ination pressure. For additional information and
details about the DIC operation and displays
seeDIC Operation and Displays on page 180and
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 182.
The tire pressure warning light may come on in cool
weather when the vehicle is rst started, and then
turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early
indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and
need to be inated to the proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to
your vehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s
original equipment tires and the correct ination
pressure for your vehicle’s tires when they
are cold. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 242,
for an example of the Tire and Loading
Information label and its location on your vehicle.
Also seeInation - Tire Pressure on page 304.Your vehicle’s TPMS system can warn you about
a low tire pressure condition but it does not
replace normal tire maintenance. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 310andTires on
page 298.
Notice:Your vehicle has a Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS). Use only the
GM-provided tire sealant. Other liquid tire
sealants may damage the tire pressure
sensors.
The TPMS will not function properly if one or more
of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
See your Saturn retailer for service if all TPMS
sensors are installed and the TPMS error message
comes on and stays on.
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Loading Your Vehicle................................... 242
Lockout Protection......................................... 97
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................ 94
Door.......................................................... 93
Lockout Protection..................................... 97
Power Door............................................... 94
Programmable Automatic Door Locks......... 95
Rear Door Security Locks.......................... 96
Loss of Control........................................... 226
Lumbar
Manual Controls.......................................... 9
M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 359
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 362
At Least Once a Month............................ 362
At Least Once a Year.............................. 363
Introduction.............................................. 354
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 360
Maintenance Record................................ 368
Maintenance Requirements...................... 354
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.... 366Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Owner Checks and Services.................... 362
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 365
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 356
Using....................................................... 354
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 354
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 172
Manual Lumbar Controls................................. 9
Manual Seats.................................................. 8
Manual, Using................................................. 4
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 182
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 125
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®...... 125
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 126
MP3 ............................................................ 200
MyGMLink.com............................................ 375
N
Navigation System, Privacy......................... 391
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 107
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 366
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Odometer.................................................... 163
Odometer, Trip............................................ 163
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 224
Oil
Engine..................................................... 265
Pressure Light.......................................... 175
Oil, Engine Oil Life System......................... 268
Older Children, Restraints............................. 39
Online Owner Center................................... 375
OnStar, Privacy........................................... 390
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual........ 127
Other Warning Devices................................ 140
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 160
Outlets
Accessory Power..................................... 153
Outside
Power Mirrors.......................................... 126
Overhead Console Reading Lamps............. 152
Owner Checks and Services....................... 362
Owners, Canadian.......................................... 3
P
Paint, Damage............................................ 339
Parade Dimming.......................................... 152
Park Brake.................................................. 119
Park (P)
Shifting Into............................................. 120
Shifting Out of......................................... 122
Park (P) Headlamps Off in Park (P)............ 149
Parking
Over Things That Burn............................ 122
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............... 165
Passenger Sensing System........................... 77
Passing....................................................... 224
PASS-Key
®III+........................................... 105
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................... 105
Power
Door Locks................................................ 94
Electrical System..................................... 342
Lift Seat..................................................... 14
Retained Accessory (RAP)....................... 109
Seat............................................................ 9
Windows.................................................. 100
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Service (cont.)
Engine Soon Light................................... 172
Publications Ordering Information............. 387
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 82
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 338
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 120
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 122
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 30
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 142
Specications, Capacities............................ 351
Speedometer............................................... 163
Split Folding Rear Seat................................. 15
StabiliTrak
®Control Indicator Light,
Electronic................................................. 171
Starting the Engine...................................... 110
Steering...................................................... 221
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 206
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 132
Convenience Net..................................... 132
Cupholder(s)............................................ 131
Glove Box................................................ 131
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 241
Sun Visors.................................................. 102
Sunroof....................................................... 133
T
Tachometer................................................. 163
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps............................. 294
TCS Warning Light...................................... 170
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 206
Theft-Deterrent Systems.............................. 103
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 103
PASS-Key
®III+........................................ 105
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................ 105
Time, Setting............................................... 194
Tires........................................................... 298
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 337
Buying New Tires..................................... 312
Chains..................................................... 319
Cleaning.................................................. 338
Different Size........................................... 314
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 319
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 304
Inspection and Rotation............................ 310
Pressure Monitor System......................... 305
Tire Inator Kit......................................... 320
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 299
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