2008 SATURN VUE HYBRID Owners Manual

Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located on the overhead console.
To turn the reading lamps on or off, press the button
located next to each lamp.
Battery Run-Down Protection
The battery saver feature is designed to protect your
vehicle’s battery.
If any interior or exterior lamp is left on and the ignition
is turned off, the battery rundown protection system
automatically turns the lamp off after 10 minutes.
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
The accessory power outlets can be used to connect
electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or
CB radio.
The accessory power outlets are located on the rear
of the center storage console and in the rear cargo
compartment. There may be a power outlet located inside
the instrument panel storage area below the climate
controls.To use the outlets, remove the cover. When not in use,
always cover the outlet with the protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always
turn off electrical equipment when not in use and
do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum
20 ampere rating.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown
vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem,
see your dealer/retailer for additional information on the
accessory power outlet.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to your
vehicle may damage it or keep other components
from working as they should. The repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Check with your
dealer/retailer before adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
installation instructions included with the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your warranty. Do not
hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug because the power outlets are
designed for accessory power plugs only.
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Climate Controls
Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can
be controlled with this system.
Climate Control Inuence on Hybrid
Operation and Fuel Economy
To maximize your fuel economy, use the following
settings:
Set the fan knob to AUTO.
Set the air delivery knob to AUTO.
Select an air temperature setting near 75°F (23°C).
Select the Hybrid A/C button, if A/C is required.Avoid using these settings that may lead to fewer auto
stops and to higher fuel consumption:
Manual fan speed operation.
Defrost mode. Only use this setting to clear the
windows.
Extreme cold or hot air temperature settings, such
as 60°F (16°C) or 90°F (32°C).
Normal air conditioning mode, if A/C is required.
Automatic Operation
This climate control system automatically maintains the
desired temperature inside the vehicle.
Do not cover the sensor located on the top of the
instrument panel near the windshield or the sensor grille
below the climate control faceplate. These two sensors
help regulate the inside air temperature.
AUTO (Automatic Fan):Turn the fan knob to AUTO
for the system to automatically adjust the fan speed
to reach the desired inside temperature.
Temperature Control:Select the desired air
temperature between 60-90°F (16-32°C). Typically,
the best setting is near 75°F (23°C). Choosing the
coldest or warmest temperature setting does not
cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
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AUTO (Automatic Air Delivery Mode):Turn the
air delivery mode knob to AUTO for the system to
automatically control the direction of the airow to help
reach the desired inside temperature.
The system automatically controls the air inlet to supply
the outside air or recirculated inside air needed to cool
the vehicle faster. The indicator light on the recirculation
button will be lit whenever the system changes to
recirculation. Press the recirculation button to change
to outside air. However, the recirculation mode may
turn back on automatically.
In cold weather, if the fan and air delivery modes are
in automatic, the system starts at lower fan speeds to
avoid directing cold air into the vehicle until warmer air is
available. The climate control system directs air to the
oor, but may automatically change modes as the vehicle
warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting.
The length of time needed to warm the interior depends
on the outside temperature and inside temperature of
the vehicle.Manual Operation
It is best to use the automatic settings to maximize fuel
economy.
To change the current fan speed, turn the left knob.
A(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise to increase
the fan speed or counterclockwise to decrease the
fan speed. To turn the fan off, turn the left knob to
the
9position. In any setting other than off, the fan
runs continuously with the ignition on. The fan must be
turned on to run the air conditioning compressor. There
will be some airow noticeable from the various outlets
when driving, even with the fan in the off position.
This is to ensure some fresh air is always available
in the vehicle. To turn off the air completely, turn the
fan to
9and select the recirculation button.
Temperature Control:Select the desired cabin air
temperature between 60-90°F (16-32°C). Typically,
the best setting is near 75°F (23°C). Choosing the
coldest or warmest temperature setting does not
cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
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To change the current air delivery mode, use the right
knob to select one of the following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode divides the air between the
instrument panel outlets and the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to the
oor outlets with some air directed to the windshield.
When this mode is selected, the system turns the
recirculation mode off. Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in oor mode. This is to help prevent
window fogging.
The right knob can also be used to select defog or
defrost mode. See “Defogging and Defrosting” later in
this section.
#(Normal Air Conditioning):Press this button to
turn the air conditioning system on or off. When this
button is pressed, an indicator light comes on to show
that the air conditioning is activated. Normal Air
Conditioning (A/C) can be selected in any mode as long
as the fan is on and the outside air temperature is above
freezing. Normal A/C cannot be selected at the same
time as Hybrid Air Conditioning (A/C). A ashing indicator
light indicates that the air conditioning compressor is
currently not available.When Normal A/C is selected, the climate control system
will prevent all automatic engine start/stop operations.
This will ensure the cabin comfort is maintained. See “Air
Conditioning and Automatic Engine Start/Stop” later in
this section.
N(Hybrid Air Conditioning):Press this button to
turn the Hybrid A/C system on or off. When this button is
pressed, an indicator light comes on to show that the
Hybrid A/C is activated. Hybrid A/C can be selected in
any mode, except defrost as long as the fan is on and the
outside air temperature is above freezing. Hybrid A/C
cannot be selected at the same time as the normal air
conditioning. A ashing indicator light indicates the air
conditioning compressor is not available.
The Hybrid A/C works to balance fuel economy and air
conditioning comfort. When Hybrid A/C is used in warm
weather, the vehicle gets better fuel economy by allowing
more frequent start/stops. For additional cooling, select
Normal A/C. See “Air Conditioning and Automatic Engine
Start/Stop” later in this section.
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@(Recirculation):Press this button to toggle
between recirculate and outside air modes. The indicator
light turns on when the recirculate mode is selected.
This mode can be used to prevent outside air and odors
from entering the vehicle or to help cool the air inside
the vehicle more quickly. Avoid using the recirculation
mode during high periods of humidity and cool outside
temperatures since this may result in increased window
fogging. If window fogging is experienced, select the
defrost mode.
Recirculation mode is not available in oor, defog or
defrost modes. If the button is selected in these modes,
the indicator will ash. This helps prevent window fogging
and moisture building up inside the vehicle.
Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of 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
the windshield and side windows. Use the defog mode
to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the
passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost
from the windshield more quickly. For best results, clear
all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.Manually turn the right knob to select the defog or
defrost mode.
-(Defog):This mode directs air to the windshield,
side window outlets and oor outlets. When this mode is
selected, the system turns the recirculation mode off and
runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside
air is at or below freezing. The recirculation mode cannot
be selected while in defog mode. This helps prevent
window fogging and moisture building up inside the
vehicle.
0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the air to the
windshield, with some air directed to the side window
outlets and the oor outlets. When this mode is selected,
the system turns the recirculation mode off automatically
and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside air is at or below freezing. The recirculation mode
cannot be selected while in defrost mode. This helps
prevent window fogging and moisture building up inside
the vehicle. In this mode, the climate control system
prevents all automatic engine start/stop operations.
This ensures the best defrost performance.
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
The rear window defogger will only work when the
ignition is in ON/RUN.
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press this button to
turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator
light on the button comes on to show that the rear
window defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger stays on for about 10 minutes
if the vehicle remains at slower vehicle speeds or until
the button is pressed, or unless the ignition is turned
to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. If turned on again,
the defogger only runs for about ve minutes before
turning off again. At higher vehicle speeds, the defogger
may stay on continuously. The defogger can always
be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning
off the ignition.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the inside
of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or
damage the warming grid, and the repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal
or anything similar to the defogger grid.
Air Conditioning and Engine Start/Stop
On hot days, use the automatic fan and automatic air
delivery mode settings and the vehicle will reach the
desired temperature more quickly. The desired fan and
air delivery mode settings can still be adjusted manually.
Open the windows to let the hot inside air escape, then
close them. This helps reduce the time it takes for the
vehicle to cool down and helps the system to operate
more efficiently.
When either the Normal A/C or Hybrid A/C modes are
active, the air conditioning system removes moisture
from the air, so a small amount of water may drip under
the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.
The use of Normal A/C causes the engine to keep
running while the vehicle is at a complete stop to allow
the climate control system to continue cooling.
The use of Hybrid A/C allows automatic engine start/
stop operations while the vehicle is at a complete stop.
The air conditioning compressor can not run when
the engine is not running, resulting in reduced cooling
performance. The climate control system may keep the
engine running or restart the engine during a stop to
continue cooling. Selecting the Normal A/C button forces
the engine and air conditioning compressor to restart
automatically. For more information about Engine
Start/Stop operation, seeStarting the Engine
(Automatic Engine Start/Stop) on page 2-18.
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Outlet Adjustment
Use the louvers located on the air outlets to change the
direction of the airow.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block
the ow of air into your vehicle.
Do not use any non-GM approved hood deectors
that 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.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The lter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne
irritants from outside air which is drawn into the vehicle.
The lter should be replaced as part of routine
scheduled maintenance. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 6-4for replacement intervals. To nd out what
type of lter to use, seeMaintenance Replacement Parts
on page 6-13.The passenger compartment air lter can be accessed
by removing the entire glove box.
1. Remove the six screws from around the glove box
and detach the three inner clips from the glove box.
2. Lower the loosened glove box housing.
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3. Unplug both wire cables and remove the glove box. 4. Remove the air lter cover screw.
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