2007 SATURN AURA HYBRID wheel

Cruise Control
Cruise control lets you maintain a speed of about
25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping
your foot on the accelerator. This can really help
on long trips. Cruise control does not work at
speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h).
{CAUTION:
Cruise control can be dangerous where
you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
So, do not use your cruise control on
winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous on
slippery roads. On such roads, fast
changes in tire traction can cause
excessive wheel slip, and you could lose
control. Do not use cruise control on
slippery roads.
Setting Cruise Control
{CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control on when
you are not using cruise, you might hit a
button and go into cruise when you do not
want to. You could be startled and even
lose control. Keep the cruise control switch
off until you want to use cruise control.
The cruise control
buttons are located on
the steering wheel.
I(On/Off):PressIto turn the cruise control
system on and off.
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RES+ (Resume):Press RES+ to resume a set
speed and to accelerate the speed.
SET−(Set):Press SET– to set a speed and to
decrease the speed.
To set a speed do the following:
1. Press
Ito turn cruise control on. The
indicator light on the button comes on.
2. Get up to the desired speed.
3. Press the SET−and release it. The cruise
symbol displays in the instrument panel
cluster to show the system is engaged.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
When the brakes are applied, the cruise control
shuts off.
If the vehicle is in cruise control and the Traction
Control System (TCS) begins to limit wheel
spin, the cruise control automatically disengages.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 217.
When road conditions allow, the cruise control
can be used again.
Resuming a Set Speed
Suppose you set the cruise control at a desired
speed and then apply the brakes. This disengages
the cruise control. The cruise symbol in the
instrument panel cluster also goes out indicating
cruise is no longer engaged. To return to the
previously set speed, you do not need to
go through the set process again. Once the
vehicle is at a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more, you can briey press the RES+.
This takes the vehicle back up to the previously
chosen speed and stays there.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed.
If the cruise control system is already
engaged, press the RES+. Hold it there until
you reach the desired speed, and then release
the button.
To increase the vehicle’s speed in very small
amounts, briey press the RES+ and then
release it. Each time this is done, the vehicle
goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
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Instrument Panel Brightness
The control for this
feature is located on the
instrument panel to
the left of the steering
wheel.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to
brighten or dim the lights.
Dome Lamp
Your vehicle might have a dome lamp without a
switch. If the dome lamp has a switch, the
following are the settings.
9(Off):Move the lever to this position to turn
the lamp off, even when a door is open.
1(Door):Move the lever to this position so that
the lamp comes on when a door is opened.
+(On):Move the lever to this position to turn
the dome lamp on.
Entry/Exit Lighting
The lamps inside the vehicle come on when any
door is opened. These lamps fade out about
20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed
or when the ignition is turned to ON. They also
go on when you press the unlock symbol button or
the horn symbol on the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) system transmitter.
The lamps inside the vehicle stay on for about
20 seconds after the key is removed from
the ignition to provide light as you exit.
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Outlet Adjustment
There are four main air outlets on the instrument
panel. Use the lever located in the center of
each outlet by moving it either side-to-side or up
and down, to change the direction and amount
of airow in the vehicle. The center thumbwheel
does not control the main outlets.
Dedicated Rear Seat Air Outlet
For vehicles with this feature, the dedicated rear
seat air outlet is located in the center of the
instrument panel above the two main center
outlets. This outlet is aimed to provide comfort to
the rear seat passengers, especially while
using air conditioning in warm weather.
Use the thumbwheel in the center of the outlet to
turn the airow on or off. This can be adjusted
to improve front seat passenger comfort if
there are no rear seat passengers. The direction
of airow cannot be adjusted since it is directed
towards the rear seat passengers.
Do not attempt to move the horizontal vent vane,
as breakage can occur.
Operation Tips
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the windshield that
can block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Do not use non-GM approved hood deectors
as they could adversely affect the performance
of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of
objects to help circulate the air inside of
your vehicle more effectively.
When an objectionable odor outside the
vehicle is encountered, use the recirculation
mode, with the temperature knob at a
comfortable setting to prevent the odor from
entering the vehicle through the ventilation
system. This can be helpful when driving
through a long tunnel with poor ventilation.
However, extended usage of this mode in cold
or cool weather can cause window fogging.
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Fuel Economy Light
If enabled, this light will
come on briey when
the vehicle is started.
This light will also come on when the vehicle is
operating at a fuel efficient point.
This light can be disabled by using the Driver
Information Center (DIC) buttons. With the engine
off and the key turned to accessory, set the
DIC to the outside air temperature and odometer
mode. Press and hold the reset button for
several seconds. The light will come on solid and
then ash several times and turn off to indicate
it is disabled. Repeat the procedure to enable the
light. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 182for more information.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
The DIC display gives you the status of many of
your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to
display driver personalization menu modes and
warning/status messages. All messages will appear
in the DIC display, located at the bottom of the
instrument panel cluster.
The DIC buttons are located on the left side of the
steering wheel. Your vehicle will have one of
the buttons shown above.
q/INFO (Information):Press this button to
scroll through the vehicle information mode
displays.
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HOOD AJAR
This message displays if the hood is not fully
closed. Make sure that the hood is closed
completely. The vehicle will not auto stop when
the hood is ajar.
ICE POSSIBLE
This message displays when the outside air
temperature is cold enough to create icy road
conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly.
KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW
This message displays if the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is low. Replace the
battery in the transmitter. See “Battery
Replacement” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 90.
LOW FUEL
This message displays when your vehicle is low
on fuel. Rell the fuel tank as soon as possible.
SeeFuel Gage on page 177,Fuel on page 255,
andFilling the Tank on page 258for more
information.
LOW TRACTION
If your vehicle has the Traction Control System
(TCS), this message displays when the system is
actively limiting wheel spin. Slippery road
conditions may exist if this message is displayed,
so adjust your driving accordingly. This message
stays on for a few seconds after the system stops
limiting wheel spin. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) on page 217for more information.
LOW WASHER FLUID
This message displays when the vehicle’s
windshield washer uid is low. Fill the windshield
washer uid reservoir to the proper level as
soon as possible. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid
on page 282.
POWER STEERING
This message displays if a problem has been
detected with the electric power steering. Have
your vehicle serviced by your retailer immediately.
PUSH PARK PEDAL
This message displays if the parking brake is left
engaged. SeeParking Brake on page 119for
more information.
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Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. SeeDefensive Driving on page 210.
Here are some ways in which you can help
avoid distraction while driving.
While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.Notice:Before adding any sound equipment
to your vehicle, such as an audio system,
CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone,
or two-way radio, make sure that it can be
added by checking with your dealer/retailer.
Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio
and telephone units. If sound equipment can
be added, it is very important to do it properly.
Added sound equipment may interfere with
the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or
other systems, and even damage them. Your
vehicle’s systems may interfere with the
operation of sound equipment that has been
added.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio
system can be played even after the ignition
is turned off. SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 109for more information.
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Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite
Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station
favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to
your favorite stations using the presets, favorites
button, and steering wheel controls if the
vehicle has this feature. SeeDefensive Driving on
page 210.
FAV (Favorites):A maximum of 36 stations can
be programmed as favorites using the
six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station
frequency labels and by using the radio favorites
page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to
go through up to six pages of favorites, each
having six favorite stations available per page.
Each page of favorites can contain any
combination of AM or FM stations. To store a
station as a favorite, perform the following steps:
1. Tune to the desired radio station.
2. Press the FAV button to display the page
where you want the station stored.3. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons
until a beep sounds. When that pushbutton
is pressed and released again, the station that
was set, returns.
4. Repeat the steps for each radio station you
want stored as a favorite.
The number of favorites pages can be setup using
the MENU button. To setup the number of
favorites pages, perform the following steps:
1. Press the MENU button to display the radio
setup menu.
2. Press the pushbutton located below the
FAV 1-6 label.
3. Select the desired number of favorites pages
by pressing the pushbutton located below the
displayed page numbers.
4. Press the FAV button, or let the menu time
out, to return to the original main radio
screen showing the radio station frequency
labels and to begin the process of
programming your favorites for the chosen
amount of numbered pages.
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