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4-22 Driving Your Vehicle will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motorhome, see "Recreational Vehicle Towing" following. { CAUTION Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on the vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not overload your vehicle. If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they { CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. • Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. • When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. • Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle - such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the

Section	Page
2009 Saturn OUTLOOK BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint System	5
Head Restraints	6
Head Restraints	6
Front Seats	7
Manual Seats	7
Seat Height Adjuster	7
Power Seats	8
Manual Lumbar	8
Power Lumbar	9
Heated Seats	9
Memory Seat and Mirrors	10
Reclining Seatbacks	12
Rear Seats	13
Rear Seat Operation	13
Third Row Seats	16
Safety Belts	18
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	22
Lap-Shoulder Belt	27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	32
Safety Belt Extender	32
Child Restraints	32
Older Children	32
Infants and Young Children	34
Child Restraint Systems	37
Where to Put the Restraint	39
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	41
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	47
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	49
Airbag System	51
Airbag System	51
Where Are the Airbags?	53
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	55
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	56
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	57
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	57
Passenger Sensing System	59
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	64
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	64
Restraint System Check	65
Checking the Restraint Systems	65
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	66
Features and Controls	67
Keys	68
Keys	68
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	69
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	70
Remote Vehicle Start	72
Doors and Locks	74
Door Locks	74
Power Door Locks	74
Delayed Locking	74
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	75
Rear Door Security Locks	75
Lockout Protection	75
Liftgate	76
Power Liftgate	77
Windows	80
Windows	80
Power Windows	80
Sun Visors	82
Theft-Deterrent Systems	82
Theft-Deterrent Systems	82
Content Theft-Deterrent	82
PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer	84
PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation	84
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	86
New Vehicle Break-In	86
Ignition Positions	86
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	87
Starting the Engine	88
Engine Coolant Heater	89
Automatic Transmission Operation	90
Tow/Haul Mode	92
Parking Brake	93
Shifting Into Park	94
Shifting Out of Park	95
Parking Over Things That Burn	95
Engine Exhaust	96
Running the Vehicle While Parked	96
Mirrors	97
Manual Rearview Mirror	97
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	97
Outside Power Mirrors	98
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors	99
Park Tilt Mirrors	100
Outside Convex Mirror	100
Outside Heated Mirrors	100
Object Detection Systems	100
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	100
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	103
OnStar® System	108
OnStar® System	108
Universal Home Remote System	111
Universal Home Remote System	111
Universal Home Remote System Operation	112
Storage Areas	116
Glove Box	116
Cupholders	116
Instrument Panel Storage	116
Center Console Storage	116
Second Row Center Console	116
Floor Mats	117
Luggage Carrier	118
Rear Seat Armrest	118
Convenience Net	118
Cargo Cover	119
Cargo Tie Downs	119
Cargo Management System	119
Sunroof	120
Sunroof	120
Instrument Panel	123
Instrument Panel Overview	126
Instrument Panel Overview	126
Hazard Warning Flashers	127
Horn	127
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	128
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	128
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	128
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	129
Flash-to-Pass	129
Windshield Wipers	129
Windshield Washer	130
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	131
Cruise Control	131
Exterior Lamps	133
Delayed Headlamps	134
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System	134
Fog Lamps	135
Instrument Panel Brightness	135
Courtesy Lamps	135
Dome Lamps	136
Dome Lamp Override	136
Entry Lighting	136
Delayed Entry Lighting	136
Delayed Exit Lighting	137
Parade Dimming	137
Reading Lamps	137
Electric Power Management	137
Battery Run-Down Protection	138
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	139
Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current	140
Climate Controls	141
Climate Control System	141
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	144
Outlet Adjustment	149
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System	150
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls	151
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	152
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	152
Instrument Panel Cluster	153
Speedometer and Odometer	154
Tachometer	154
Safety Belt Reminders	154
Airbag Readiness Light	155
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	156
Charging System Light	157
Voltmeter Gage	157
Brake System Warning Light	158
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	159
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	159
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	160
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	160
Tire Pressure Light	161
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	161
Oil Pressure Light	164
Security Light	165
Fog Lamp Light	165
Cruise Control Light	165
Highbeam On Light	165
Tow/Haul Mode Light	165
Fuel Gage	166
Driver Information Center (DIC)	166
Driver Information Center (DIC)	166
DIC Operation and Displays (With DIC Buttons)	167
DIC Operation and Displays (Without DIC Buttons)	172
DIC Compass	176
DIC Warnings and Messages	178
DIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons)	187
Audio System(s)	196
Audio System(s)	196
Setting the Clock	196
Radio(s)	197
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD)	214
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD and DVD Player)	219
XM Radio Messages	224
Navigation/Radio System	225
Bluetooth®	225
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System	236
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	245
Theft-Deterrent Feature	247
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	247
Radio Reception	248
Multi-Band Antenna	249
Driving Your Vehicle	251
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	251
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	251
Defensive Driving	252
Drunk Driving	252
Control of a Vehicle	253
Braking	253
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	254
Braking in Emergencies	255
StabiliTrak® System	255
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	258
Steering	258
Off-Road Recovery	259
Passing	260
Loss of Control	260
Driving at Night	261
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	262
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	263
Highway Hypnosis	263
Hill and Mountain Roads	264
Winter Driving	265
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	267
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	268
Loading the Vehicle	268
Towing	272
Towing Your Vehicle	272
Recreational Vehicle Towing	272
Towing a Trailer	276
Service and Appearance Care	287
Service	289
Service	289
Accessories and Modifications	289
California Proposition 65 Warning	289
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	290
Doing Your Own Service Work	290
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	291
Fuel	291
Fuel	291
Gasoline Octane	291
Gasoline Specifications	291
California Fuel	292
Additives	292
Fuels in Foreign Countries	293
Filling the Tank	294
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	296
Checking Things Under the Hood	296
Checking Things Under the Hood	296
Hood Release	297
Engine Compartment Overview	298
Engine Oil	299
Engine Oil Life System	301
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	303
Automatic Transmission Fluid	304
Cooling System	305
Engine Coolant	305
Engine Overheating	309
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	311
Power Steering Fluid	311
Windshield Washer Fluid	312
Brakes	313
Battery	315
Jump Starting	316
All-Wheel Drive	321
All-Wheel Drive	321
Headlamp Aiming	321
Headlamp Aiming	321
Bulb Replacement	321
Bulb Replacement	321
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	322
Halogen Bulbs	322
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps	322
License Plate Lamp	323
Replacement Bulbs	323
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	324
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	324
Tires	325
Tires	325
Tire Sidewall Labeling	326
Tire Terminology and Definitions	328
Inflation - Tire Pressure	331
Tire Pressure Monitor System	332
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	334
Tire Inspection and Rotation	338
When It Is Time for New Tires	340
Buying New Tires	340
Different Size Tires and Wheels	342
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	343
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	344
Wheel Replacement	345
Tire Chains	346
If a Tire Goes Flat	347
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	348
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage	356
Changing a Flat Tire	356
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	357
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	360
Secondary Latch System	364
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	366
Compact Spare Tire	369
Appearance Care	370
Interior Cleaning	370
Fabric/Carpet	371
Leather	372
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	372
Care of Safety Belts	372
Weatherstrips	373
Washing Your Vehicle	373
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	373
Finish Care	373
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	374
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	375
Tires	376
Sheet Metal Damage	376
Finish Damage	376
Underbody Maintenance	376
Chemical Paint Spotting	376
Vehicle Identification	377
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	377
Service Parts Identification Label	377
Electrical System	377
High Voltage Devices and Wiring	377
Add-On Electrical Equipment	378
Windshield Wiper Fuses	378
Power Windows and Other Power Options	378
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	378
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	378
Underhood Fuse Block	380
Capacities and Specifications	384
Capacities and Specifications	384
Maintenance Schedule	385
Maintenance Schedule	385
Introduction	385
Maintenance Requirements	385
Your Vehicle and the Environment	385
Using the Maintenance Schedule	386
Scheduled Maintenance	387
Additional Required Services	390
Maintenance Footnotes	391
Owner Checks and Services	393
At Each Fuel Fill	393
At Least Once a Month	394
At Least Once a Year	394
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	396
Maintenance Replacement Parts	398
Engine Drive Belt Routing	399
Maintenance Record	400
Customer Assistance Information	403
Customer Assistance and Information	403
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	403
Online Owner Center	406
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	407
Customer Assistance Offices	407
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	408
Roadside Assistance Program	408
Scheduling Service Appointments	411
Courtesy Transportation	411
Collision Damage Repair	413
Reporting Safety Defects	416
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	416
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	417
Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn	417
Service Publications Ordering Information	417
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	418
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	418
Event Data Recorders	419
OnStar®	420
Navigation System	420
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	420

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Never exceed the GVWR for

your vehicle or the GAWR

for either the front or rear axle.

{

CAUTION

Do not load the vehicle any

heavier than the Gross Vehicle

Weight Rating (GVWR), or

either the maximum front or

rear Gross Axle Weight Rating

(GAWR). If you do, parts on

the vehicle can break, and it

can change the way your

vehicle handles. These could

cause you to lose control and

crash. Also, overloading can

shorten the life of the vehicle.

Notice

Overloading your

vehicle may cause damage.

Repairs would not be covered

by your warranty. Do not

overload your vehicle.

If you put things inside your

vehicle — like suitcases, tools,

packages, or anything else, they

will go as fast as the vehicle

goes. If you have to stop or turn

quickly, or if there is a crash,

they will keep going.

{

CAUTION

Things you put inside your

vehicle can strike and injure

people in a sudden stop or

turn, or in a crash.

•

Put things in the cargo

area of your vehicle. Try to

spread the weight evenly.

•

Never stack heavier

things, like suitcases,

inside the vehicle so that

some of them are above

the tops of the seats.

•

Do not leave an unsecured

child restraint in your

vehicle.

•

When you carry something

inside the vehicle, secure it

whenever you can.

•

Do not leave a seat folded

down unless you need to.

Towing

Towing Your Vehicle

To avoid damage, the disabled

vehicle should be towed with all four

wheels off the ground. Consult your

dealer/retailer or a professional

towing service if the disabled vehicle

must be towed. See

Roadside

Assistance Program on page 7-6

To tow the vehicle behind another

vehicle for recreational purposes,

such as behind a motorhome,

see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”

following.

Recreational Vehicle

Towing

Recreational vehicle towing means

towing the vehicle behind another

vehicle – such as behind a

motorhome. The two most common

types of recreational vehicle towing

are known as dinghy towing and

dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing

the vehicle with all four wheels on the

4-22

Driving Your Vehicle