2010 SATURN AURA HYBRID instrument panel

In Brief........................................................... 1-1
Instrument Panel
........................................ 1-2
Initial Drive Information
............................... 1-3
Vehicle Features......................................1-17
Hybrid Features
.......................................1-22
Performance and Maintenance
...................1-24
Seats and Restraint System............................. 2-1
Head Restraints
......................................... 2-2
Front Seats
............................................... 2-3
Rear Seats
............................................... 2-9
Safety Belts.............................................2-11
Child Restraints
.......................................2-30
Airbag System.........................................2-56
Restraint System Check
............................2-73
Features and Controls..................................... 3-1
Keys........................................................ 3-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 3-9
Windows
.................................................3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................3-17
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........3-21
Mirrors
....................................................3-35
Storage Areas
.........................................3-36
Sunroof..................................................3-37
Instrument Panel............................................. 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 4-3
Climate Controls......................................4-16Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........4-21
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................4-37
Audio System(s).......................................4-51
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 5-2
Towing
...................................................5-25
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 6-1
Service
..................................................... 6-3
Fuel
......................................................... 6-6
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............6-12
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................6-39
Bulb Replacement
....................................6-39
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........6-42
Tires
......................................................6-43
Appearance Care
.....................................6-73
Vehicle Identification
.................................6-81
Electrical System
......................................6-82
Capacities and Specifications
.....................6-92
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 7-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 7-2
Customer Assistance Information.................... 8-1
Customer Assistance and Information........... 8-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................8-14
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
...........8-16
Index................................................................ 1
2010 Saturn AURA Hybrid Owner ManualM
ProCarManuals.com

Instrument Panel..............................................1-2
Initial Drive Information....................................1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................1-4
Remote Vehicle Start......................................1-4
Door Locks....................................................1-6
Trunk Release...............................................1-6
Windows.......................................................1-7
Seat Adjustment.............................................1-7
Second Row Seats.......................................1-10
Safety Belt...................................................1-10
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag.............1-11
Mirror Adjustment.........................................1-11
Steering Wheel Adjustment............................1-12
Interior Lighting............................................1-13
Exterior Lighting...........................................1-14
Windshield Wiper/Washer...............................1-15
Climate Controls...........................................1-16
Vehicle Features.............................................1-17
Radio(s)......................................................1-17
Satellite Radio..............................................1-18
Portable Audio Devices
(Auxiliary Input or USB Port).......................1-18Steering Wheel Controls................................1-19
Bluetooth®...................................................1-19
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................1-20
Cruise Control..............................................1-21
Power Outlets..............................................1-21
Hybrid Features..............................................1-22
Charge/Assist Gage......................................1-22
Fuel Economy Light......................................1-22
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature...............1-23
Regenerative Braking....................................1-23
Battery........................................................1-24
Service.......................................................1-24
Performance and Maintenance.........................1-24
Traction Control System (TCS).......................1-24
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)....................1-25
Tire Pressure Monitor....................................1-25
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit....................1-26
Engine Oil Life System..................................1-26
Driving for Better Fuel Economy.....................1-27
Roadside Assistance Program........................1-27
OnStar
®......................................................1-28
Section 1 In Brief
1-1
ProCarManuals.com

Instrument Panel
1-2
ProCarManuals.com

A.Outlet Adjustment on page 4-21.
B.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-4.
C.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-22.
D.Windshield Wipers on page 4-5andWindshield
Washer on page 4-6.
E.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3.
F.Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-26.
G.Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-12.
H.Cruise Control on page 4-7.Driver Information
Center (DIC) on page 4-37.
I.Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel on page 4-3.
J.Horn on page 4-3.
K.Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-80
(If Equipped).
L.Ignition Positions on page 3-21.M.Automatic Climate Control System on page 4-16.
N.Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5-7.
O. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation
on page 3-27.
P.Audio System(s) on page 4-51.
Q.Glove Box on page 3-36.
Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some of
the important features that may or may not be on your
specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the
features which can be found later in this owner manual.
1-3
ProCarManuals.com

Sensing System for Passenger
Airbag
The passenger sensing system will turn off the right
front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted
side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver
airbags and roof-rail airbags are not affected by this.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on
the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
SeePassenger Sensing System on page 2-66for
important information.
Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside
power mirrors are located
on the inside of the
vehicle near the driver side
mirror.
Use the selector switch to choose either the left or right
outside mirror. Then press the four-way control pad
to move the selected mirror in the desired direction.
SeeOutside Power Mirrors on page 3-35. United States
Canada
1-11
ProCarManuals.com

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down or backward
or forward into a comfortable position.
3. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
SeeTilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel on page 4-3.Interior Lighting
Dome Lamp
The dome lamps come on when any door is opened.
They turn off after all the doors are closed.
The dome lamps can also be turned on by turning the
instrument panel brightness knob, located on the
instrument panel to the left of the steering column,
clockwise to the farthest position. In this position, the
dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened
or closed.
1-13
ProCarManuals.com

Reading Lamps
For vehicles with a front overhead console and rear
reading lamps, they come on automatically when
any door is opened. For manual operation while the
doors are closed, press the lens to turn the lamp on
or off.
For more information on interior lighting, see:
•Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-12.
•Entry/Exit Lighting on page 4-13.
•Parade Dimming on page 4-13.
Exterior Lighting
The lever is located on the left side of the steering
wheel.
2:Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and
taillamps.
;:Turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only.
1-14
ProCarManuals.com

Driver Information Center (DIC)
The DIC display is located at the bottom of the
instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many
vehicle systems and enables access to the
personalization menu.
The DIC buttons are
located on the left side of
the steering wheel.
INFO:Press to scroll through the vehicle information
displays.
r:Press to reset some vehicle information displays,
select a personalization setting, or acknowledge a
warning message.
For more information, seeDriver Information Center
(DIC) on page 4-37.
Vehicle Personalization
Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the
DIC buttons on the left side of the steering wheel.
These features include:
•Oil Life Reset
•Units
•RKE Lock and Unlock Feedback
•Door Lock and Unlock Settings
•Language
SeeDIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4-45.
1-20
ProCarManuals.com