2008 SATURN VUE climate control

Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper and rear wash button is located on the
instrument panel above the climate control system.
=(Rear Wiper/Washer):Press this button to wash
and wipe the rear window.
The rear window washer uses the same reservoir as
the windshield washer. Check the windshield washer
reservoir level if the front windshield can be worked, but
no uid is sprayed when the rear washer is activated.
SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 5-32.
5(Delay):Press this button to turn the delayed wiping
on or off.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, the vehicle can 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.
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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
Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle can
be controlled with this system. If your vehicle has the
remote start feature, the climate control system functions
as part of the remote start feature. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5.
Operation
A
(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan
speed. To turn the fan off, turn the left knob all the way
counterclockwise. In any setting other than off, the fan
runs continuously with the ignition on. 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:Turn the center knob clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
temperature inside the vehicle.
Use the right knob to select from the following air
delivery modes:
There is one position between each mode to nely
adjust airow position.
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode splits the air between the
instrument panel outlets and the oor outlets.
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@(Recirculation):Press this button to turn on the
recirculation mode. An indicator light in the button comes
on to show that it is activated. The air inside the vehicle
will be recirculated through the climate control system
and the vehicle, not from outside the vehicle. This mode
can be used to prevent outside air and odors from
entering the vehicle or to help heat or 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 and will shut off automatically and change
to outside air. If the button is selected in these modes, the
indicator will ash. This helps prevent window fogging
and moisture building up within the cabin.
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 thepassengers. 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.
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 will turn recirculation mode off and
run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside air
is at or below freezing. Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in defog mode. This helps prevent window
fogging and moisture building up within the cabin.
To defog the windows faster, turn the temperature
knob clockwise to the warmest setting.
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 will turn recirculation mode off automatically
and will run the air conditioning compressor unless
the outside air is at or below freezing. Recirculation
mode cannot be selected while in defrost mode.
This helps prevent window fogging and moisture
building up within the cabin. To defrost the windows
faster, turn the temperature knob clockwise to the
warmest setting.
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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 only works when the ignition
is in ON/RUN.
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press the button to turn
the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button comes on to show that the rear window
is activated.
The rear window defogger will stay on for approximately
10 minutes after the button is pressed, unless the ignition
is turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. If turned
on again, the defogger only runs for approximately
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 engine.If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear
defogger will automatically turn on.
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.
Remote Start Climate Control Operation
If your vehicle has the remote start feature and it
is activated, the climate control system heats and cools
the inside of the vehicle using the modes that were
set before the vehicle was turned off and the rear
defogger automatically turns on.
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Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle can
be controlled with this system. If your vehicle has the
remote start feature, the climate control system functions
as part of the remote start feature. SeeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5.
Automatic Operation
When automatic operation is active it allows the climate
control system to automatically control the inside air
temperature and the direction of the airow.
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 cabin air
temperature between 60-90°F (16-32°C). Choosing
the coldest or warmest temperature setting does
not cause the system to heat or cool any faster.
Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top
of the instrument panel near the windshield. Also, do
not cover the sensor grille below the climate control
faceplate. These two sensors help regulate the inside
air temperature.
United States version shown,
Canada version similar.
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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 heat
or cool the vehicle faster. The indicator light on the
recirculation button will be lit whenever the system
switches to recirculation.
You can switch to outside air by pressing the outside
air button. 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
To change the current fan speed, turn the left knob.
A(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or 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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;(Outside Air):Press this button to turn the
outside air mode on. An indicator light in the button
comes on to show that it is activated. Air from outside
the vehicle will circulate throughout the vehicle.
The outside air mode can be used with all modes,
but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode.
Pressing this button will cancel the recirculation mode.
@(Recirculation):Press this button to turn on
the recirculation mode. An indicator light in the button
comes on to show that it is activated. The air inside the
vehicle will be recirculated through the climate control
system and the vehicle, not from outside the vehicle.
This mode can be used to prevent outside air and odors
from entering the vehicle or to help heat or 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 and will shut off automatically and change
to outside air. If the button is selected in these modes,
the indicator will ash. This helps prevent window
fogging and moisture building up within the cabin.
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.
When using the automatic mode setting, the system will
automatically use the defog or defrost modes as needed.
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 will turn recirculation mode off and
run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside air
is at or below freezing. Recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in defog mode. This helps prevent window
fogging and moisture building up within the cabin.
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