2007 SATURN VUE trailer

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
{CAUTION:
Steam from an overheated engine can
burn you badly, even if you just open the
hood. Stay away from the engine if you
see or hear steam coming from it. Just
turn it off and get everyone away from the
vehicle until it cools down. Wait until
there is no sign of steam or coolant
before you open the hood.
If you keep driving when your engine is
overheated, the liquids in it can catch re.
You or others could be badly burned.
Stop your engine if it overheats, and get
out of the vehicle until the engine is cool.
Notice:If your engine catches re because
you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle
can be badly damaged. The costly repairs
would not be covered by your warranty.
If No Steam Is Coming From
Your Engine
If you get an engine overheat warning, but see
or hear no steam, the problem may not be too
serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too
hot when you:
Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Stop after high-speed driving.
Idle for long periods in traffic.
Tow a trailer.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of
steam, try this for a minute or so:
1. If you have an air conditioner and it is on,
turn it off.
2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest
fan speed and open the windows as
necessary.
3. Try to minimize engine load. If you are in a
traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise,
shift to the highest gear possible while driving.
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(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced
if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated.
Inspect all pipes, ttings, and clamps; replace with
genuine Saturn parts as needed. To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling
system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside
of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.
(d)Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or
cracking. Replace wiper blades that appear
worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas
of the windshield.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all
your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and
anchorages are working properly. Look for any
other loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
If you see anything that might keep a safety belt
system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have
any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look
for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and
have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system
does not need regular maintenance.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, door hinges
and latches, hood hinges and latches, glove box
hinges, sunroof (if equipped), and any folding
seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may berequired when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(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.
(h)Severe service is when 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.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your retailer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 331 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
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(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)Or every 12 months, whichever occurs rst.
If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
the lter may require replacement more often.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Change the uid the rst time the vehicle
is serviced after 100,000 miles (166 000 km)
and when the vehicle is serviced after each
subsequent 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
(n)Severe service is when the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these conditions:
In very high temperatures — over
110°F (43°C).
In very low temperatures — under
-20°F (-29°C).
When doing frequent trailer towing.
(p)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your Saturn retailer
can assist you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed
at once. Whenever any uids or lubricants
are added to your vehicle, make sure they are
the proper ones, as shown inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 432.
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Time, Setting......................................183, 184
Tires........................................................... 366
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 404
Buying New Tires..................................... 377
Chains..................................................... 384
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 386
Cleaning.................................................. 405
Compact Spare Tire................................. 398
Different Size........................................... 379
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 385
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 374
Inspection and Rotation............................ 375
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 391
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 391
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools......... 387
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..... 397
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 367
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 371
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 380
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 382
Wheel Replacement................................. 382
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 377
Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 285
Towing a Trailer....................................... 290
Your Vehicle............................................. 284Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 238
Control System Warning Light.................. 172
Low Light................................................. 173
Transaxle
Fluid, Manual........................................... 330
Transaxle Operation, Manual....................... 117
Transmission
Up-Shift Light........................................... 169
Trip Odometer............................................. 163
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 143
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 143
U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 224
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 380
Up-Shift Light.............................................. 169
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 234
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Design..................................................... 229
Loading.................................................... 279
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