2008 SATURN VUE HYBRID manual transmission

3. When the chocks are in place, release the regular
brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your
parking brake and shift into PARK (P).
5. Release the regular brakes.
When You Are Ready to Leave
After Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal
down while you:
start your engine,
shift into a gear, and
release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store
the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you
are pulling a trailer. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 6-4for more information. Things that are
especially important in trailer operation are automatic
transmission uid (do not overll), engine oil, axle
lubricant, drive belt, cooling system and brake system.
Each of these is covered in this manual, and the
Index will help you nd them quickly. If you are trailering,
it is a good idea to review this information before you
start your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts
are tight.
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during
severe operating conditions. SeeEngine Overheating
on page 5-23.
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Service............................................................5-3
Accessories and Modications..........................5-3
California Proposition 65 Warning.....................5-4
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements.....5-4
Doing Your Own Service Work.........................5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle..............................................5-5
Fuel................................................................5-5
Gasoline Octane............................................5-6
Gasoline Specications....................................5-6
California Fuel...............................................5-6
Additives.......................................................5-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries...............................5-7
Filling the Tank..............................................5-8
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.....................5-10
Checking Things Under the Hood....................5-10
Hood Release..............................................5-11
Engine Compartment Overview.......................5-12
Engine Oil...................................................5-13
Engine Oil Life System..................................5-16
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter................................5-18
Automatic Transmission Fluid.........................5-20
Engine Coolant.............................................5-20
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap..................5-23
Engine Overheating.......................................5-23
Cooling System............................................5-25Windshield Washer Fluid................................5-29
Brakes........................................................5-30
Battery........................................................5-33
Jump Starting...............................................5-34
Headlamp Aiming...........................................5-39
Bulb Replacement..........................................5-41
Halogen Bulbs..............................................5-41
Headlamps..................................................5-42
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps..............5-43
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps.........................................5-44
License Plate Lamp......................................5-45
Replacement Bulbs.......................................5-45
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement..............5-46
Tires..............................................................5-47
Tire Sidewall Labeling...................................5-48
Tire Terminology and Denitions.....................5-50
Ination - Tire Pressure.................................5-52
Tire Pressure Monitor System.........................5-54
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation.....................5-55
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-58
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-59
Buying New Tires.........................................5-60
Different Size Tires and Wheels......................5-62
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-62
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission uid level.
A transaxle uid leak is the only reason for uid loss.
If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer
service department and have it repaired as soon as
possible.
Change the uid and lter at the intervals listed in
Additional Required Services on page 6-6, and be
sure to use the transaxle uid listed inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Notice:Use of the incorrect automatic transaxle
uid may damage your vehicle, and the damages may
not be covered by your warranty. Always use the
automatic transaxle uid listed inRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is lled with
DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designed
to remain in your vehicle for ve years or 150,000 miles
(240 000 km), whichever occurs rst, if you add only
DEX-COOL
®extended life coolant.The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating, seeEngine Overheating on
page 5-23.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to−34°F (−37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as they
should.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®may
cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may
require changing sooner, at the rst maintenance
service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or
24 months, whichever occurs rst. Any repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the
tire pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
:The relationship of a tire’s height
to its width.
Belt
:A rubber coated layer of cords that is
located between the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead
:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure
:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi)
or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat
from driving. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-52.
Curb Weight
:The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard and optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant,
but without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
:A code molded into the sidewall
of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication Number (TIN), an
alphanumeric designator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and date
of production.
GVWR
:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-22.
GAWR FRT
:Gross Axle Weight Rating for
the front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-22.
GAWR RR
:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear
axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-22.
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Fuses Usage
CIGAR Cigarette Lighter
ECM/TCMEngine Control Module (ECM)/
Transmission Control Module (TCM)
FSCM Fuel Storage Control Module
ISRVM Inner Side Rearview Mirror)
Cluster Instrument Panel Cluster
AIR BAG Airbag System
OSRVM Outer Side Rearview Mirror
KEY CAP Key Capture Solenoid
WHL S/W Steering Wheel Switch
F/DR LCK Front Driver Door Lock
APO2 Accessory Power Outlet 2
BCM (VB3) Body Control Module (BCM) (VB3)
DR LCK Door LockFuses Usage
BCM (VB6) Body Control Module (VB6)
BCM (VB4) Body Control Module (VB4)
BCM (VB5) Body Control Module (VB5)
TRL Trailer
AIRCON Air Conditioner
AUDIO Audio
BCM (VB7) Body Control Module (VB7)
IGN SW Ignition Switch
AIR BAG Air Bag System
WASHER Washer Pump
APO1 Accessory Power Outlet 1
FSCM Fuel Storage Control Module
RR CLR Rear Closure
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Fuses Usage
A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor
MAINEngine Control Module/CAM,
Emissions, Injectors,
Electronic Throttle Control
FUEL Fuel Pump
AWD Not Used
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
Module (ABS)
STOP Stoplamp
HEATING MAT Heating Mat
HORN Horn
WIPER Windshield Wiper
SUNROOF* Sunroof (Option)
ANTI-THEFT* Theft Deterrent System (Option)
POWER
SEAT*Power Seat (Option)Fuses Usage
HDLP LO LH Left Headlamp Low-Beam
HDLP LO RH Right Headlamp Low-Beam
PKLP LH Left Parking Lamp
FRT FOG Front Fog Lamps
H/L HI H/L High
BLANK Not Used
HDLP
WASHERHeadlamp Washer
TCM Transmission Control Module
T/PKLP L H Left Turn Signal and Parking Lamp
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
SPARE Spare
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Hybrid Underhood Fuse Block
The Hybrid Underhood Fuse Block is located on the
passenger side of the engine compartment. It is the
smaller of the two fuse blocks in the engine compartment.
Fuses Usage
HYBRID
PUMPSHybrid Pumps
HILL HOLD
VLVSHill Hold Valves
AUX
TRANSPUMPAuxiliary Transmission Pump
Relays Usage
HILL HOLD
VLVSHill Hold Valves
AUX
TRANSPUMPAuxiliary Transmission Pump
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Capacities and Specications
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your retailer for more
information.
Cooling System 9.5 qt 9.0 L
Engine Oil with Filter 5.0 qt 4.7 L
Fuel Tank 18.0 gal 68.1 L
Transmission (Bottom Pan Removal) 6.9 qt 6.5 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid level after lling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
2.4L L4 Z Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
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