2007 SATURN OUTLOOK climate control
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Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
With this system, you can control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation in your vehicle. Your
vehicle also has a ow-through ventilation system
described later in this section.
You can select different temperature settings for
the driver and all passengers.
Display Function
Each time the temperature, mode, or fan control
buttons are pressed the display shows that
function along with the inside temperature setting.
The display automatically reverts back to the
outside temperature display after a short delay.
Driver’s Side Temperature Control
The driver side temperature buttons are used to
adjust the temperature of the air coming through
the system on the driver side. The temperature can
be adjusted even if the system is turned off.
This is possible since outside air will always ow
through the system as the vehicle is moving
forward unless it is set to recirculation mode. See
“Recirculation” later in this section.
Press the + or−buttons to increase or decrease
the temperature. The driver side temperature
display will show the temperature setting
decreasing or increasing.
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2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature.
To nd your comfort setting, start with a 73°F
(22.5°C) temperature setting and allow
about 20 minutes for the system to regulate.
Use the driver’s or passenger’s temperature
buttons to adjust the temperature setting
as necessary. If you choose the temperature
setting of 60°F (15°C), the system remains
at the maximum cooling setting. If you choose
the temperature setting of 90°F (32°C), the
system remains at the maximum heat setting.
Choosing either maximum setting will not
cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster.
Do not cover the solar sensor located on the top
of the instrument panel near the windshield.
This sensor regulates air temperature based on
sun load and also turns on your vehicle’s
headlamps. For more information on the solar
sensor, see “Sensors” later in this section.To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the
system delays turning on the fan until warm air is
available. The length of delay depends on the
engine coolant temperature. Press the fan switch
to override this delay and change the fan to a
selected speed.
O(On/Off):Press this button to turn off the
climate control system. Outside air still enters the
vehicle, and is directed to the oor. This
direction can be changed by pressing the mode
button. Recirculation can only be selected in
vent or bi-level mode. The temperature can also
be adjusted using either temperature button. If you
adjust the air delivery mode or temperature
settings with the system off, the display comes on
brie y to show the settings and then turns off.
Press the on/off button or the up down arrows on
the fan switch, the defrost button, AUTO button,
or the air conditioning button to turn the system on
when it is off.
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The climate control system uses the information
from these sensors to maintain your comfort
setting by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan
speed, and the air delivery mode. The system may
also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle
facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be
used as needed to maintain cool outlet
temperatures.
Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of
high humidity (moisture) condensing on the
cool window glass. This can be minimized if the
climate control system is used properly. There are
two modes to clear fog or frost from your
windshield.
Use the mode up and down arrows to select the
defog mode. Use the defrost button to select
the defrost mode.
-(Defog):The defog mode is used to clear the
windows of fog or moisture and warm the
passengers. This mode directs air to the
windshield, oor outlets, and side window vents.When you select this mode, the system turns off
recirculation and runs the air conditioning
compressor unless the outside temperature is close
to freezing. The recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in the defog mode. Do not drive the
vehicle until all the windows are clear.
0(Defrost):Press this button to remove fog or
frost from the windshield more quickly. This mode
directs most of the air to the windshield and side
window vents and some to the oor vents. In this
mode, the system automatically forces outside air
into your vehicle. The recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in the defrost mode. The air
conditioning compressor runs automatically in this
setting, unless the outside temperature is close to
freezing. Do not drive the vehicle until all the
windows are clear.
AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to turn the rear
heating and air conditioning on. SeeRear Air
Conditioning and Heating System on page 206or
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and
Electronic Climate Controls on page 207.
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System
If your vehicle has this system, the rear controls
are three knobs located on the rear of the
center console. The system can be controlled from
the front controls as well as the rear controls.
To turn the system on, press the AUX button on
the front climate control system, an indicator will be
lit. Pressing the AUX button the rst time will
turn the rear system on in a mimic mode. In this
mode, the air ow in the rear will be approximately
the same direction, temperature, and fan speed
as the front. Pressing the AUX button again
will turn the rear system and the indicator off.
If the rear controls are adjusted, the system turns
on in a rear independent mode. Air ow in the rear
will then be directed according to the settings of the
rear controls. The rear system can be turned off by
pressing the AUX button on the front climate control
system and the indicator will turn off. The system
can be turned back on, by adjusting any of the rear
air conditioning control knobs.
Fan Knob
Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn
the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the
rear system off.
Temperature Knob
The middle knob on the control panel lets you
select the temperature of the air owing into the
passenger area. Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise for warmer or cooler air.
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Mode Knob
The right knob on the control panel lets you
choose the direction of the air ow.
H(Vent):This setting directs the air through the
headliner outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This setting directs the air through
the rear oor outlets under the third row seat,
as well as the headliner outlets. The ow can be
divided between headliner and oor outlets
depending upon where the knob is placed between
the settings.
6(Floor):This setting directs the air through the
oor outlets. The rear system oor outlets are
located under the third row seats.
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls
If your vehicle has this rear climate control system
there are rear seat audio controls located in the
center console.
The rear system can be controlled through the
AUX button on the front climate control panel.
Press the AUX button to turn the rear climate
control system on or off. An indicator light in the
AUX button comes on when the rear climate
control system is on. The direction, temperature,
and speed of the air ow for the rear of the vehicle
will be the same as those set for the front of the
vehicle.
Use the controls located in the rear of the front
console, to independently control the air ow
for the rear of the vehicle separately from that of
the front of the vehicle. To turn the system
on, press any of the rear air conditioning control
buttons, except the fan down button. To turn
the system off, press and hold the
Cbutton.
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Manual Operation
DC(Fan):The fan buttons on the rear seat audio
control panel let you manually adjust the fan
speed. Press
Dto increase air ow andC
to decrease air ow.+/−(Increase/Decrease Temperature):These
buttons select the temperature of the air owing into
the rear passenger area. Press the + button for
warmer air and press the−button for cooler air.
The temperature settings will display in 0-12
increments, going from the coolest (0) to the
warmest (12) setting.
N(Mode):Press the mode button to manually
change the direction of the air ow in the vehicle.
Repeatedly press the button until the desired mode
appears on the display. Multiple presses cycles
through the delivery selections.
H(Vent):This mode directs air through the
headliner outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs air through the
oor outlets as well as the headliner outlets.
The rear system oor outlets are located under
the third row seats.
6(Floor):This mode directs air through the
oor outlets. The rear system oor outlets
are located under the third row seats.
Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls
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SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning)
SYSTEM
This message displays when the electronic
sensors that control the air conditioning and
heating systems are no longer working. Have the
climate control system serviced by your
dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and
air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays if there is a problem with
the airbag system. Have your dealer/retailer
inspect the system for problems. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 212andAirbag System
on page 76for more information.
SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
If your vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
system, this message displays if there is a problem
with this system. If this message appears, stop
as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
Restart the vehicle after 30 seconds and check for
the message on the DIC display. If the message
is still displayed or appears again when you begin
driving, the AWD system needs service. See
your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
On some vehicles, this message displays if there
is a problem with the battery charging system.
Under certain conditions, the charging system light
may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster.
SeeCharging System Light on page 216.
Driving with this problem could drain the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have
the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
See your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays along with the brake
system warning light if there is a problem with the
brake system. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 217. If this message appears, stop
as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
Restart the vehicle and check for the message on
the DIC display. If the message is still displayed
or appears again when you begin driving, the
brake system needs service as soon as possible.
See your dealer/retailer.
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If any of these messages still appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC), your vehicle should
be taken in for service. For more information on
the DIC messages, seeDriver Information
Center (DIC) on page 228.
The StabiliTrak
®light
will ash on the
instrument panel cluster
when the system is
both on and activated.
You may also feel or hear the system working;
this is normal.
The traction control
disable button is located
on the instrument
panel below the climate
controls.The traction control part of StabiliTrak
®can be
turned off by pressing and releasing the traction
control disable button.
Traction control can be turned on by pressing and
releasing the traction control disable button if
not automatically shut off for any other reason.
When the traction control system is turned off, the
StabiliTrak
®light and the appropriate traction
control off message will be displayed on the DIC
to warn the driver. Your vehicle will still have
brake-traction control when traction control is off,
but will not be able to use the engine speed
management system. See “Traction Control
Operation” next for more information.
When the traction control system has been turned
off, you may still hear system noises as a result
of the brake-traction control coming on.
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 352.
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