2009 Saturn VUE Owner's Manual - Page 213

Driving Your Vehicle Press and release this button to turn off TCS. The TCS warning light will be displayed on the instrument panel cluster. The traction control system can be turned back on by pressing the TCS/StabiliTrak button. If the system is limiting wheel spin when the button is pressed, the system will not turn off until there is no longer a current need to limit wheel spin. The system can be turned back on at any time by pressing the button again. If the TCS light does not come on, TCS may not be functioning properly and the vehicle should be serviced at your dealer/retailer. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3 for more information. 4-9 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If the vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver. If the front drive wheels begin to slip, the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as required. There may be a slight engagement noise during hard use but this is normal. If the vehicle is exposed to extended heavy AWD usage, the AWD system will shut off to protect the system from overheating. When the system cools down, the AWD system will activate again automatically; this cool-down can take up to 20 minutes depending on outside temperature and vehicle use. Steering Electric Power Steering If the vehicle has the electric power steering system and the engine stalls while driving, the power steering assist system will continue to operate until you are able to stop the vehicle. If power steering assist is lost because the electric power steering system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort. This light is located on the instrument panel cluster. It will come on and stay on to indicate there may be a problem with the drive system and service is required. If the light stays on, it must be reset. To reset the light, turn the ignition off and then back on again. If the light stays on, see your dealer/retailer for service.