2007 SATURN AURA HYBRID towing

{CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can
strike and injure people in a sudden stop
or turn, or in a crash.
Put things in the trunk of your vehicle.
In a trunk, put them as far forward as
you can. Try to spread the weight
evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like
suitcases, inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above the tops of
the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Do not leave a seat folded down
unless you need to.
Towing
Towing Your Vehicle
Consult your retailer or a professional towing
service if you need to have your disabled vehicle
towed. SeeRoadside Assistance Program on
page 377.
If you want to tow your vehicle behind another
vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind
a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle
Towing” following.
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational vehicle towing means towing your
vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a
motorhome. The two most common types of
recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy
towing, towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground, and dolly towing, towing your
vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two
wheels up on a device known as a dolly.
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With the proper preparation and equipment, many
vehicles can be towed in these ways. See
“Dinghy Towing” and “Dolly Towing,” following.
Here are some important things to consider before
you do recreational vehicle towing:
What is the towing capacity of the towing
vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle
manufacturer’s recommendations.
How far will you tow? Some vehicles have
restrictions on how far and how long they
can tow.
Do you have the proper towing equipment?
See your dealer/retailer or trailering
professional for additional advice and
equipment recommendations.
Is your vehicle ready to be towed? Just as
you would prepare your vehicle for a long
trip, you will want to make sure your vehicle is
prepared to be towed. SeeBefore Leaving
on a Long Trip on page 233.
Dinghy Towing
When dinghy towing, the vehicle should be run at
the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel
stop for about ve minutes. This will ensure proper
lubrication of transmission components.
You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front
following these steps:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it.
2. Turn the ignition to OFF.
3. Set the parking brake.
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4. To prevent the battery from draining while the
vehicle is being towed, remove the following
fuse from the instrument panel fuse block:
(IGN SENSOR). SeeInstrument Panel Fuse
Block on page 343for more information.
5. Turn the ignition key to ACC.
6. Shift your transmission to NEUTRAL (N).
7. Release the parking brake.
Remember to reinstall the IGN SENSOR fuse
once you have reached your destination.
Notice:If you exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) while
towing your vehicle, it could be damaged.
Never exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) while towing
your vehicle.Notice:Towing your vehicle from the rear
could damage it. Also, repairs would not
be covered by the warranty. Never have your
vehicle towed from the rear.
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Dolly Towing
To tow your vehicle with two wheels on the
ground and a dolly:
1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
2. Put the gear shift lever in PARK (P).3. Set the parking brake and then remove the
ignition key.
4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead
position.
5. Release the parking brake.
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to
tow a trailer.
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(g)Check system for interference or binding and
for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts
as needed. Replace any components that have
high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate
accelerator or cruise control cables.
(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C)
or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the uid and lter do not require
changing.(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer/retailer perform this service. See
Engine Coolant on page 272 for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure
cap, and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.
(k)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
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Towing and Road Service Exclusions
Specically excluded from Roadside Assistance
coverage are towing or services for vehicles
operated on a non-public roadway or highway,
nes, impound towing caused by a violation
of local, Municipal, State, Provincial or Federal
law, and mounting, dismounting or changing
of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included
in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Saturn and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to make any
changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance
program at any time without notication.
Courtesy Transportation
To enhance your ownership experience, we and
our participating retailers are proud to offer
Courtesy Transportation, a customer support
program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper
(Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada)
and extended powertrain warranty in both the
U.S. and Canada.Several courtesy transportation options are
available to assist in reducing your inconvenience
when warranty repairs are required.
Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate
booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance
Information” furnished with each new vehicle
provides detailed warranty coverage information.
Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed
while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait,
Saturn helps to minimize your inconvenience by
providing several transportation options. Depending
on the circumstances, your retailer can offer you
one of the following:
Shuttle Service
Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering
Courtesy Transportation. Retailers may provide you
with shuttle service to get you to your destination
with minimal interruption of your daily schedule.
This includes one-way or round trip shuttle service
within reasonable time and distance parameters
of the retailer’s area.
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If you need roadside assistance,
call GM Roadside Assistance.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program
on page 377for more information.
If your vehicle cannot be driven, know
where the towing service is taking it.
Get a card from the tow truck operator or
write down the driver’s name, the service’s
name, and the phone number.
Remove any valuables from your vehicle
before it is towed away. Make sure this
includes your insurance information
and registration if you keep these items
in your vehicle.
Gather the important information you need
from the other driver. Things like name,
address, phone number, driver’s license
number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make,
model and model year, Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN), insurance company and
policy number, and a general description
of the damage to the other vehicle.
If possible, call your insurance company
from the scene of the accident. They will
walk you through the information they need.
If they ask for a police report, phone or
go to the police department headquarters
the next day and you can get a copy of
the report for a nominal fee. In some
states/provinces with “no fault” insurance laws,
a report may not be necessary. This is
especially true if there are no injuries and
both vehicles are driveable.
Choose a reputable collision repair facility
for your vehicle. Whether you select a
Saturn retailer or a private collision repair
facility to x the damage, make sure you
are comfortable with them. Remember,
you will have to feel comfortable with their
work for a long time.
Once you have an estimate, read it carefully
and make sure you understand what work
will be performed on your vehicle. If you
have a question, ask for an explanation.
Reputable shops welcome this opportunity.
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Pressure Cap.............................................. 275
Pretensioners, Safety Belt............................. 38
Privacy........................................................ 389
Event Data Recorders.............................. 389
Navigation System................................... 391
OnStar..................................................... 390
Radio Frequency Identication.................. 391
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............ 95
Q
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................... 21
R
Radio Frequency Identication (RFID),
Privacy..................................................... 391
Radios........................................................ 192
Care of Your CD Player........................... 207
Care of Your CDs.................................... 207
Radio with CD......................................... 195
Reception................................................ 207Radios (cont.)
Setting the Time...................................... 194
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 206
Rear Door Security Locks............................. 96
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 35
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 32
Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®...................... 125
Rearview Mirrors......................................... 125
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 365
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 247
Regenerative Braking.................................. 119
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 89
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 90
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 296
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 386
Saturn...................................................... 387
United States Government....................... 386
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 84
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 85
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