2009 SATURN AURA service indicator

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and
ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in
your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines,
if they comply with the specications described earlier.
However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing
more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that
were not designed for those fuels.
Notice:This vehicle was not designed for fuel
that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing
methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel
system and also damage plastic and rubber parts.
That damage would not be covered under the
vehicle warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for
low emissions can contain an octane-enhancing
additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buygasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. We recommend
against the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT
can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance
of the emission control system could be affected. The
malfunction indicator lamp might turn on. If this occurs,
return to your dealer/retailer for service.
Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another country outside the
United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be
hard to nd. Never use leaded gasoline or any other
fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel.
Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or
contact a major oil company that does business in the
country where you will be driving.
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Brake Wear
This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have
built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning
sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are
needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the
time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the
brake pedal rmly.
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an
accident. When the brake wear warning sound is
heard, have the vehicle serviced.
Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out brake
pads could result in costly brake repair.Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are rst applied or lightly applied.
This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts
in the proper sequence to torque specications
inCapacities and Specifications on page 5-100.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not
return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase
in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service
might be required.
Brake Adjustment
Every time the brakes are applied, with or without the
vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear.
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Accessories and Modications............................ 5-3
Accessory Power............................................2-23
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-18
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle...............................1-71
Additional Required Services,
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-6
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-90
Adjustment
Chime Level...............................................3-92
Adjustments
Headlamp Range.......................................... 1-7
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-20
Air Conditioning..............................................3-19
Airbag
Readiness Light..........................................3-30
Airbag System................................................1-56
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................1-71
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-63
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-65
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-70
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-63
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?....1-64
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-61
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-59Airbags
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-31
Antenna
Backglass...................................................3-92
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System . . . 3-92
Antilock Brake System (ABS)............................. 4-5
Warning Light.............................................3-34
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-87
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-84
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-88
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-85
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-83
Finish Care.................................................5-86
Finish Damage............................................5-88
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-84
Interior Cleaning..........................................5-81
Leather......................................................5-83
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-88
Tires..........................................................5-87
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-88
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-85
Weatherstrips..............................................5-84
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-86
Assistance Program, Roadside........................... 7-7
Audio System.................................................3-55
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-89
Setting the Clock.........................................3-56
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-92
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Damage Repair, Collision.................................7-11
Data Recorders
Event.........................................................7-17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).........................3-14
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Delayed Headlamps........................................3-14
Delayed Locking.............................................2-11
Disc, MP3......................................................3-67
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Dome Lamps .................................................3-16
Door
Ajar Reminder.............................................2-10
Delayed Locking..........................................2-11
Locks........................................................2-10
Power Door Locks.......................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-11
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-12
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................3-43
DIC Operation and Displays..........................3-43
DIC Vehicle Personalization..........................3-50
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-45
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-15
Before a Long Trip......................................4-16
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunk.......................................................... 4-3
Highway Hypnosis.......................................4-16Driving (cont.)
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-17
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-15
Loss of Control...........................................4-13
Off-Road Recovery......................................4-13
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-21
Winter........................................................4-18
Driving for Better Fuel Economy......................... 4-2
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EDR .............................................................7-16
Electrical Equipment
Add-On Equipment......................................5-90
Electrical System
Engine Compartment Fuse Block...................5-94
Fuses........................................................5-91
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-91
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-90
Rear Compartment Fuse Block......................5-97
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-90
Electronic Immobilizer
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-19
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................2-20
Electronic Stability Control................................. 4-6
Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light...........3-34
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Maintenance
Footnotes..................................................... 6-7
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
Maintenance Record....................................6-15
Maintenance Replacement Parts....................6-13
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Lamp...............................3-37
Manual Lumbar Controls.................................... 1-3
Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-45
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview........................2-35
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-35
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror.................2-37
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-37
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-37
MP3 .............................................................3-67
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Navigation System, Privacy..............................7-18
Net
Convenience...............................................2-49
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-21
O
Odometer......................................................3-29
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-29
Off-Road
Recovery....................................................4-13
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-15
Engine Oil Life System.................................5-18
Pressure Light.............................................3-40
Older Children, Restraints................................1-30
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-5
OnStar, Privacy..............................................7-18
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-38
Operation, Universal Home Remote System........2-42
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-26
Outlets
Accessory Power.........................................3-18
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Outside
Automatic Dimming Mirror.............................2-37
Heated Mirrors............................................2-37
Power Mirrors.............................................2-37
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode....5-30
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-9
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Paint, Damage...............................................5-88
Parade Dimming.............................................3-16
Park
Headlamps Off in Park.................................3-13
Shifting Into................................................2-30
Shifting Out of............................................2-32
Parking
Over Things That Burn.................................2-32
Parking Brake................................................2-29
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.....................3-31
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-65
Passing.........................................................4-13PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer...............2-19
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation...................................................2-20
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California...... 5-4
Phone
Bluetooth
®..................................................3-75
Power
Door Locks.................................................2-10
Electrical System.........................................5-90
Lift Seat....................................................... 1-8
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-23
Seat............................................................ 1-3
Steering Fluid.............................................5-30
Windows....................................................2-16
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts..........................1-29
Pressure Cap.................................................5-27
Privacy..........................................................7-16
Navigation System.......................................7-18
OnStar.......................................................7-18
Radio Frequency Identication (RFID).............7-18
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-11
Proposition 65 Warning, California....................... 5-4
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