2010 SATURN AURA HYBRID towing

Here are some important things to consider before
recreational vehicle towing:
•What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle?
Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s
recommendations.
•How far will the vehicle be towed? Some vehicles
have restrictions on how far and how long they
can tow.
•Does the vehicle have the proper towing
equipment? See your dealer/retailer or trailering
professional for additional advice and equipment
recommendations.
•Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing
the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is
prepared to be towed. SeeBefore Leaving on a
Long Trip on page 5-15.
Dinghy Towing
When dinghy towing, the vehicle should be run at the
beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about
five minutes. This will ensure proper lubrication of
transmission components.
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four
wheels on the ground:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the
towing vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission to P (Park) and turn the
ignition to LOCK/OFF.
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3. Set the parking brake.
4. To prevent the battery from draining while the
vehicle is being towed, remove the following
fuse from the instrument panel fuse block:
(IGN SENSOR). SeeInstrument Panel Fuse Block
on page 6-83for more information.
5. Turn the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY.
6. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral).
7. Release the parking brake.
Remember to reinstall the IGN SENSOR fuse once the
destination has been reached.
Notice:If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded while
towing the vehicle, it could be damaged. Never
exceed 105 km/h (65 mph) while towing the vehicle.
Notice:Towing the vehicle from the rear could
damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed
from the rear.
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Dolly Towing
Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground
and the front wheels on a dolly:
To tow the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and
a dolly:
1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
2. Put the gear shift lever in P (Park).
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead
position with a clamping device designed for towing.
5. Remove the key from the ignition.6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
7. Release the parking brake.
Notice:Towing the vehicle from the rear could
damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed
from the rear.
Towing a Trailer
The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a
trailer.
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First Engine Oil Change After Every
40 000 km/25,000 Miles
•
Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
•Underbody 36-volt battery system cable visual
inspection for damage and cable replacement,
if needed.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
80 000 km/50,000 Miles
•
Engine air cleaner filter replacement. SeeEngine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-20.
•Automatic transmission fluid and filter change
(severe service only) for vehicles mainly driven
in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or
mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a
trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service.
SeeAutomatic Transmission Fluid on page 6-22.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
160 000 km/100,000 Miles
•
Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires
inspection.An Emission Control Service.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
240 000 km/150,000 Miles
•
Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill, cooling
system and cap pressure check, and cleaning of
outside of radiator and air conditioning condenser
(or every 5 years, whichever occurs first). See
Engine Coolant on page 6-23.An Emission Control
Service.
•Engine accessory drive belt inspection for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious damage and
replacement, if needed.An Emission Control
Service.
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Services Provided
•Emergency Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station.
•Lock-Out Service:Service is provided to unlock the
vehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar
®. For security
reasons, the driver must present identification
before this service is given.
•Emergency Tow From a Public Road or
Highway:Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and
cannot be driven. Assistance is also given when
the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or snow.
•Flat Tire Change:Service is provided to change a
flat tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, if
equipped, must be in good condition and properly
inflated. It is the owner’s responsibility for the repair
or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by
the warranty.
•Battery Jump Start:Service is provided to jump
start a dead battery.
•Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance:If your
trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure, incidental
expenses may be reimbursed during the
5 years/100,000 miles (160 000 km) Powertrain
warranty period. Items considered are hotel, meals,
and rental car.
Services Not Included in Roadside
Assistance
•Impound towing caused by violation of any laws.
•Legal fines.
•Mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
•Towing or services for vehicles driven on a
non-public road or highway.
Services Specic to Canadian
Purchased Vehicles
•Fuel delivery:Reimbursement is approximately
$5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be
restricted. Propane and other fuels are not provided
through this service.
•Lock-Out Service:Vehicle registration is required.
•Trip Routing Service:Detailed maps of North
America are provided when requested either
with the most direct route or the most scenic route.
There is a limit of six requests per year. Additional
travel information is also available. Allow three
weeks for delivery.
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Repair Facility
We recommend that you choose a collision repair
facility that meets your needs before you ever need
collision repairs. Your dealer/retailer may have a
collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and
state of the art equipment, or be able to recommend
a collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians
and comparable equipment.
Insuring Your Vehicle
Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with
comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There
are significant differences in the quality of coverage
afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many
insurance policies provide reduced protection to your
GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs
by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance
companies will not specify aftermarket collision
parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that
you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM
original equipment collision parts. If such insurance
coverage is not available from your current insurance
carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier.
If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may
require you to have insurance that assures repairs with
Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read
your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the
end of your lease for poor quality repairs.
If a Crash Occurs
Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash.
•Check to make sure that you are all right. If you are
uninjured, make sure that no one else in your
vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured.
•If there has been an injury, call emergency services
for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all
matters have been taken care of. Move your
vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you
are instructed to move it by a police officer.
•Give only the necessary and requested information
to police and other parties involved in the crash.
Do not discuss your personal condition, mental
frame of mind, or anything unrelated to the crash.
This will help guard against post-crash legal action.
•If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside
Assistance. SeeRoadside Assistance Program on
page 8-7for more information.
•If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the
towing service will be taking it. Get a card from
the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s
name, the service’s name, and the phone number.
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Cleaning (cont.)
Washing Your Vehicle...................................6-77
Weatherstrips..............................................6-76
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................6-78
Cleaning the Mirror.........................................3-35
Clearing the System........................................4-80
Climate Control System
Outlet Adjustment........................................4-21
Climate Control Systems
Automatic...................................................4-16
Climate Controls.............................................1-16
Clock, Setting.................................................4-52
Cold Temperature Operation.............................6-17
Collision Damage Repair..................................8-11
Collision Parts................................................8-11
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant............................6-66
Configurations for Use of Child Restraints..........2-41
Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod
®.......4-65
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................3-17
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 5-3
Convenience Net............................................3-37
Coolant
Engine.......................................................6-23
Engine Temperature Warning Light.................4-30
Cooling System..............................................6-22
Courtesy Transportation Program........................ 8-9
Coverage........................................................ 8-7
Cruise Control.................................................. 4-7
Light..........................................................4-34Cupholders....................................................3-36
Customer Assistance......................................... 8-6
Offices......................................................... 8-6
Text Telephone (TTY) Users........................... 8-6
Customer Information
Service Publications Ordering Information........8-15
Customer Satisfaction Procedure........................ 8-2
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Damage Repair, Collision.................................8-11
Data Recorders, Event....................................8-17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).........................4-11
Defensive Driving............................................. 5-2
Delayed Headlamps........................................4-11
Delayed Locking.............................................3-10
Deleting Name Tags........................................4-74
Dinghy Towing................................................5-26
Disarming the System.....................................3-18
Disc, MP3......................................................4-62
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 6-4
Dolly Towing..................................................5-28
Dome Lamps .................................................4-13
Door
Ajar Reminder.............................................. 3-9
Delayed Locking..........................................3-10
Locks.......................................................... 3-9
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................2-26
Rear Seat......................................................1-10
Rear Seat Air Outlet........................................4-21
Rear Window Defogger....................................4-20
Rearview Mirrors.............................................3-35
Receiving a Call.............................................4-76
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 2-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................7-10
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................5-25
Regenerative Braking......................................3-30
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 8-6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............3-3, 3-4
Remote Trunk Release....................................3-13
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 3-7
Removal and Installation of the
Sealant Canister..........................................6-72
Repair Facility................................................8-12
Replacement Bulbs.........................................6-42
Replacement Parts
Maintenance...............................................7-11
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................6-33
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................8-14
Saturn.......................................................8-15
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................2-73
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................2-74Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................3-22
Ride Control Systems....................................... 5-6
Electronic Stability (ESC)................................ 5-6
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................5-20
Roof
Sunroof......................................................3-37
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................3-34
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Safety Belt Pretensioners.................................2-26
Safety Belt Reminder Light...............................4-24
Safety Belts...................................................2-73
Care of ......................................................6-76
Extender....................................................2-30
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................2-16
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................2-24
Reminders..................................................4-24
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................2-11
Use During Pregnancy.................................2-29
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government..................................8-14
Saturn.......................................................8-15
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-3
Scheduling Appointments................................... 8-9
Sealant Kit, Tire..............................................6-66
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