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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5XM Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9VTi Variable Transmission Operation . . . . . . . .10Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Horn Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Turning or Removing the Ignition Key . . . . . . .11Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Windshield Wipers and Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Rear Window Wind Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Saturn Security System/Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Lockout Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Rear Door Security Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Automatic Door Locking and Unlocking . . . . . .16Removing and Securing the Fuel Cap . . . . . . .16Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Resetting the “Change Oil Soon” Light . . . . . .17Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Fold-Down Passenger Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . .17Fold-Down Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Rear Cargo Organizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Removing the Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Driving Off Paved Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Congratulations on your purchase of a Saturn VUE. Please read this information and your OwnerManual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not includeall the features described in this booklet.

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One of the best things about the VUE isthe way it makes you feel when sitting init. Below are a few seat adjustment fea-tures that will help make the seats feeljust right for you and your passengers.Manual Driver’s Seat HeightAdjustment (if equipped)The driver’s seatheight adjuster islocated on the left-front side of yourseat cushion.To raise the seat:• Ratchet the lever upward until you

reach the desired height.To lower the seat:• Ratchet the lever downward until you

reach the desired height.

Manual Driver’s Seat LumbarAdjustment (if equipped)The driver’s seat lumbar control knob islocated below the front-right side of yourseat cushion (see “A” above). Rotate the knob to adjust lower back (lumbar)support of the seat.Power Seats (if equipped)If your VUE is equipped with theComfort Package, you will find thepower seat control on the door side of

the driver seat, just below your thigh(see “B”).You can raise or lower the front or backof the seat cushion by moving the end ofthe control up or down. To move theseat forward or rearward, slide the con-trol toward the front or back. To adjustthe height of the seat, move the entirecontrol up or down.Manual Front Seatback ReclinerAdjustmentTo adjust the seatback, lift the leverlocated on the rear-left side of the seatcushion (see “C”); then move the seat tothe desired position.Heated Seats (if equipped)Your VUE’s heated seats have separateswitches for the driver and front passen-ger. The switches are located just belowthe climate controls. Each switchincludes two settings to heat the seatcushion and the lowerseatback. Position 1 warms theseats, while Position 2heats the seats to a slight-ly higher temperature.SeatbeltsBoth front seat positions include height-adjustable shoulder belts. You canadjust them so that they are centered onyour shoulder or your passenger’sshoulder. The adjusters are locatedabove the shoulder belt turning loop.Move the knob up or down to the posi-tions that are right for each of you.VUE’s backseats include seatbelt comfort guides for children who haveoutgrown car seats and for smalleradults. The guides are located on theback of the seatbacks.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

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CD Changer Controls(Six-Disc Systems):

(Load): To load a single CD, pressthis button for about three seconds. Afterbeing prompted to select a CD loadinglocation, select a location by pressingthe Preset/Disc buttons 1–6.To load all CDs, press and hold the button for at least three seconds. When prompted, insert one disc at a time. Press any other radio button to cancel the operation.

(Eject): Press this button; thenpress the preset button when promptedto indicate which CD should be ejected.To eject all CDs, press and hold this button. The CDs will eject in order, oneat a time.RDM: Press for random play of currentdisc. Press and hold for two seconds forrandom play of all discs. Press again tocancel.

: Press right side of button to goto next CD. Press left side to go to pre-vious CD.Audio System Tips• To turn on your audio system, press

the On/Off knob located on the upper-left side of the radio. Also use this knob to adjust the volume.

XM Satellite Radio (if equipped)

Your VUE may be equipped with XM Satellite Radio, which provides additional listening pre-sets: XM1 andXM2. To access these, press the AUXbutton until XM1 or XM2 appears on the display.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

• On MP3-equipped radios, you can use your AUTO/EQ button to choose from six different preset tone mixes for different types of music. Choose from among Custom, Flat, Talk, Jazz, Classical, Country, Rock or Pop. Each time you press the AUTO/EQ button, a different preset tone mix is displayed.

• When loading CDs, always make sure the CD label is facing up. Otherwise, the CD(s) will not play.

Your VUE’s audio system is designed toplay premium-quality, store-bought CDs.This means that you may, on occasion,have problems with CDs that you havecreated and burned yourself. This is aresult of the varied quality of CD burnersand recordable discs.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

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Traction Control System (if equipped)

If your vehicle is a front-wheel-drivemodel, it may be equipped with TractionControl. This feature activates automati-cally to reduce engine power when itsenses that one or both of the frontwheels is spinning or is starting to losetraction. Four-Cylinder ModelsOn front-wheel-drive, four-cylinder mod-els, traction control can be turned off byusing the traction control button locatedat the top of your center console, justbelow and to the right of the vents.When the system is active, the light inthe button will illuminate. Six-Cylinder ModelsOn front-wheel-drive, six-cylinder mod-els, the traction control system is alwayson, except when the transmission is inthe R (Reverse) or L (Low) position.When the system is off, a light willappear in the instrument panel cluster,indicating that the system is not active. To turn off the traction control system onfront-wheel-drive, V6 models, simplymove the shift lever into “R” or “L.”See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.

Cruise Control (if equipped)

If you opted for the Power Package,your VUE comes with Cruise Control,which allows you to maintain a desiredspeed without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. To use this feature,you must be traveling at a speed ofabout 25 mph (40 km/h) or greater.The cruise control buttons are locatedon your steering wheel.

(On/Off): Press this button to turn thecruise control system on or off. The but-ton’s light will illuminate when the sys-tem is active.– (Set/Coast): Press this button to setthe vehicle speed, or press and hold todecrease speed when the system isalready active.

+ (Resume/Accelerate): Press this but-ton to resume a previously set speed, orpress and hold button to acceleratewhen the system is already active.Setting Cruise Control1. Press the cruise control On/Off button

( ). The button’s indicator light will illuminate when on.

2. Achieve the desired speed.3. Press the – button (Set/Coast).4. Remove your foot from the

accelerator pedal.If you apply the brakes or clutch, thecruise control system will disengage.

Resume Cruise ControlTo resume cruise control after havingdisengaged the system:1. Accelerate to at least 25 mph

(40 km/h).2. Press the + button

(Resume/Accelerate).Cruise control will bring your vehicleback to the set speed.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.


VTi Variable TransmissionOperation (if equipped)

Your VUE maybe equippedwith the VTitransmission, a continuouslyvariable systemthat eliminatesthe need forstepped gears.With this trans-mission, you will notice no distinct shiftsas you accelerate and increase enginespeed. The system automatically selectsthe best drive ratio for efficient perfor-mance and fuel economy.Operation of the VTi transmission andVTi shift lever are similar to an automat-ic transaxle or transmission.“D” (Drive) is suitable for most driving.There are also “P” (Park), “R” (Reverse),“I” (Intermediate), and “L” (Low) shiftpositions.There are, however, some differencesbetween VTi transmission operation andautomatic transaxle or transmissionoperation. At temperatures below –13°F(–25°C), the shifter will be preventedfrom shifting out of “P” (Park) and thetemperature gauge light will flash.Once the transmission has warmedabove –13°F (–25°C), the temperaturegauge light will go out, and you mayshift out of “P” (Park) and have normaltransmission operation. With a VTi trans-mission, no distinct shifts will be felt bythe driver. All changes in ratio will besmooth. In addition, when the gearselector is shifted to a lower rangeselection, the transmission will go to alower ratio quickly but smoothly.

Using the “I” (Intermediate) ShiftPosition

As with the “D” (Drive) shift position, the“I” (Intermediate) position is also usedfor normal driving. However, this positionoffers more power but lower fuel econo-my than “D.”You can use “I” when towing a trailer,carrying a heavy load, driving on steephills or winding roads or when off-roaddriving. In this position, you’ll alsoreceive additional engine braking duringdowngrade operation.Using the “L” (Low) Shift Position

This position gives you more power butlower fuel economy than the “I”(Intermediate) position. You can alsouse “L” to control speed when descend-ing steep mountain roads while alsousing your brakes on and off.“L” can also be used for starting outfrom a stop on slippery road surfaces.This position can likewise be used toclimb steep hills or when encounteringdeep snow or mud.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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Automatic Headlamp System (if equipped)

When it is dark enough outside, yourautomatic headlamp system will turn onyour headlamps at the normal bright-ness and will also illuminate the tail-lamps, side-marker, parking lamps, andinstrument panel lights. The radio lightswill also dim.The system has a light sensor locatedon top of the instrument panel. Be sureit is not covered, or the automatic head-lamps will be on whenever the ignition is on. The system may also turnon your headlamps when drivingthrough a parking garage, heavy over-cast weather or a tunnel. This is normal.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Horn Operation

VUE’s horn controls are located on thesteering wheel. For optimum sound,press either one of the bugle iconslocated in the center area of the steeringwheel. On four-cylinder models, the Saturn logo center section is not part ofthe horn.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Turning or Removing theIgnition Key

If you have difficulty turning or removingthe ignition key from the steering col-umn, rotate the steering wheel slightlyfrom left to right while simultaneouslyturning or removing the key. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Compass Calibration(if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with anautomatic-dimming rearview mirror thatincludes a compass display in theupper-right corner of the mirror face.

To calibrate the compass:• Press and hold the COMP button

(located at the bottom of the mirror)for six seconds to activate the calibra-tion mode. (If your VUE is equippedwith the optional OnStar® system,press the On/Off button ( ) for nine seconds.)

Then, do one of the following:• Drive your vehicle in circles at 5 mph

(8 km/h) or less until the “CAL” display disappears, or

• Drive the vehicle on your everydayroutine (this method may take longerto calibrate).

Compass Variance• At times, it will be necessary to adjust

the compass to account for compass variance. See your Owner Manual for the proper adjustment procedure.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.


Climate Controls

Your VUE has a climate control systemthat is intuitive and easy to use.The large knob on the left controls theinterior air temperature. The center knoboperates the fan, and the large knob onthe right controls the direction of the air-flow. This knob provides five air directionsettings, but you can also blend the flowof air by positioning the knob betweenthe settings.

Press this button to activate your airconditioning system. When the systemis on, an indicator light above the buttonwill illuminate.

Use this control to turn your reardefogger on or off. When the system ison, an indicator light above the buttonwill illuminate. The defogger shuts offautomatically after a set period of time.

Press this button when you want torecirculate air in your vehicle instead ofusing outside air. In this mode, the aircools more quickly and prevents outsideodors from entering your vehicle.Preventing Window FoggingTo help keep your windows fog-free,place your climate control system’smode knob between the Heater ( )and Defrost ( ) modes. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Windshield Wipers and Washer

The windshield wipers on your VUE arecontrolled by a single lever located onthe right side of your steering column.The lever operates both the front wind-shield wipers and washer and the rearwiper and washer. The lever’s settingsare indicated by international symbolsinstead of letters.The front wiper/washer system providesyou with these five settings:

(Mist): Pull the lever down andrelease it for a single wiping cycle. Foradditional cycles, hold the lever downbefore releasing it.

(Off): Move the lever to this positionto turn off your wipers.

(Intermittent): Place the lever in thisposition to set a delay between wipes.The Intermittent position allows you tochoose the amount of time betweenwipes by rotating the dial marked withthe large arrow (see “A” above) to oneof the following settings:1 – Long delays between wipes.2 – Medium delays between wipes.3 – Short delays between wipes.

••(Low Speed): Move the lever to thisposition for slow, steady wiping cycles.

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Power Windows (if equipped)

If your VUE is equipped with power win-dows, the switches are located on eitherside of the gear shifter — two on the leftand two on the right.There are power window switches onthe backseat door panels as well.However, these switches can be dis-abled by using the LOCK switch locatedon the driver’s side of the shifter.Express Down Window FeatureYou may notice that the driver windowswitch has the word AUTO on it. This isyour Express Down Window control. Bypressing this switch fully down, the win-dow will automatically go all the waydown, until it is fully open. To stop theexpress function while it is operating,simply lift up and release the switch.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Sunroof (if equipped)

Your vehicle’s sunroof switch is locatedabove your rearview mirror. Keep inmind that the ignition key must be in the“RUN” or “ACC” position to operate thisfeature.

••••(High Speed): Move the lever tothis position for rapid wiping cycles.

(Washer Fluid): Pull the windshieldwiper lever toward you to squirt washerfluid onto the windshield. The wipers willcycle several times to clear the wind-shield. For additional wash cycles, sim-ply pull the lever toward you and hold it.

Rear Wiper/Washer

Your rear wiper and washer are con-trolled by the same lever used for thefront wiper system. You can choose from three wiper settings by turning theband on the inner portion of the lever,closer to the steering column (see “B”on previous page).

(Off): Turn the band to this position toturn off the wiper.

(On): Place the band in this positionfor continuous operation with a delaybetween wipes.

(Wash): Rotate the band to this posi-tion to squirt a stream of washer fluidonto the rear window. It will continue toprovide fluid until you release the band.When you select this position, thewipers will automatically start and stayon until you rotate the band to the Offposition.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.


Manual Door Locks

To manually lock a door from the inside,move the door-mounted lock control tothe locked position (red rectangle notshowing). To manually unlock the door,move the lock control to the unlockedposition (red rectangle showing).See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Rear Window Wind Effects

On occasion when one of the rear win-dows is down, you may hear a beatingor pulsing sound. While this may be dis-tracting to some people, it does not indi-cate a problem, nor is it dangerous inany way. If this condition is objection-able, simply open or close the rear win-dow slightly, or open the front window onthe same side of the vehicle. This willeliminate the wind effect immediately.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Opening the Sunroof

As with the power driver window, yoursunroof has an express-open feature. Toexpress-open the sunroof glass paneland sunshade, press the switch rear-ward and hold it before releasing it. Thiswill open the sunroof to the “Full Open”position.

If you want to stop the sunroof in a par-tially opened position, press the switchto activate the express-open feature;then press the switch again when thesunroof reaches the desired partiallyopened position.

Closing the Sunroof

To close the glass panel, just press andhold the switch forward. The sunshadecan be closed only by hand and cannotbe closed with the glass panel open.

Vent Position

You can also choose a vent position foryour sunroof. With the sun shade openand the glass panel closed, rotate theswitch upward for the vent position. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Saturn Security System/RemoteKeyless Entry (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with this fea-ture, you can use your key chain remotetransmitter (or “keyfob”) to lock andunlock your doors and liftgate from adistance of up to 30 ft. (9.7m).

When using the keyfob, be sure there isnothing between you and the vehiclethat could block the transmitter’s signal.

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Entry Lighting

If the keyfob does not work in the nor-mal range, it is probably time to changethe battery. Under normal use, the bat-tery should last several years.Regardless of the battery, the range ofthe transmitter will vary over time andfrom one location to another.Additional features of the SaturnSecurity System include active securitysystem arming, programmable passivesecurity system arming, and illuminatedentry.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

When you press the UNLOCK button onyour keyfob, the dome lamps and exteri-or lamps (if equipped with the PowerPackage) will illuminate for 20 seconds.After a door is opened, the dome lampswill remain on as long as the door isopen. Once you close the door, the lampwill darken after 20 seconds or until youturn the ignition key to the RUN position.This feature allows you to see insideand around your vehicle before youopen the door and provides extendedillumination once inside the vehicle.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Lockout Prevention (if equipped)

If your VUE is equipped with the PowerPackage, the Lockout Prevention featuremakes it difficult for you to lock your keyin the vehicle. If you leave the key in theignition with either of the front doorsopened and a power door lock switch isdepressed, all the doors will lock.However, because the key is in the igni-tion, the driver’s door will unlock auto-matically within one second.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Rear Door Security Locks

Each of the rear passenger doors onyour VUE is equipped with a securitylock that makes it impossible to openthe doors from the inside. This is espe-cially important if you have young chil-dren in the back. The locks are locatedon the rear-inside edge of each door. To activate the lock, insert a flat screw-driver or key into the slot and turn it sothat the line is in a horizontal position.When activated, the doors can only beopened from the outside. To deactivatethis feature, turn the lock so that the lineis in a vertical position. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.


Automatic Door Locking and Unlocking (if equipped)

If your VUE is equipped with power doorlocks, the doors will lock and unlockautomatically during certain conditions.Automatic Door LockingAutomatic Transmission-EquippedVehicles:All of the doors will automatically lockwhen the shift lever is moved out of “P”(Park), the ignition key is in the RUNposition, and all the doors are closed.In the following two situations, when adoor is opened, all doors will lock again:• The brake pedal is applied, a door is

opened and closed, and the brakepedal is released.

• A door is opened and closed withoutthe brake pedal applied while thevehicle is moving more than 3 mph (5 km/h).

Manual Transaxle-Equipped Vehicles:If your VUE has a manual transaxle, alldoors will automatically lock when thevehicle is traveling over 3 mph (5 km/h),the ignition key is in the RUN position,and all the doors are closed.If you need to get in or out of the vehicleafter the doors have automaticallylocked, unlock all the doors using apower door lock switch or unlock thedoor you want using the manual doorlock control.Programmable Automatic DoorUnlockingYou can activate and deactivate theunlocking feature by turning the ignitionkey to RUN (engine off) and pressing

the UNLOCK portion of the power doorlock switch for eight seconds.If the hornchirps onceafter pressingthe power doorlock switch, theautomatic doorunlocking fea-ture will oper-ate. If the horn chirps twice after press-ing the switch, the unlocking feature willnot operate.When this feature is activated, all doorswill unlock when the key is removedfrom the ignition.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Removing and Securing theFuel Cap

To remove your vehicle’s fuel cap, turn itto the left about half a turn.To reinstall the cap after filling your tank,turn the cap to the right (clockwise)about a quarter turn until you hear atleast three clicks. An improperly installedfuel cap may cause a fuel vapor leak, orcause your vehicle’s Service EngineSoon light (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)to illuminate.


Note: If the “Service Engine Soon” light is flashing, bring your vehicle in fordiagnosis and service as soon as possible. Depending on the cause ofthe alert, if you continue driving, thiscould cause damage to your vehicle’semission control system.

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Resetting the “Change OilSoon” Light

Your VUE has a light in the lower-rightcorner of the instrument cluster that isshaped like an oilcan. This is theChange Oil Soon Light. The light is con-trolled by a computer system that meas-ures oil life, based on engine revolutionsand engine temperature. When the lightcomes on, change your oil as soon aspossible, preferably within the next fewtimes that you stop for fuel. After changing the oil, you need to resetthe system. You can do so by followingthese steps:1. Turn the ignition key to the ON

position, but don’t start the engine. 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal

three times within five seconds.The next time you turn the key to theON position, the light should go off.


Fuel Economy

Your VUE’s fuel economy rating can be found on your driver’s side windowsticker. Your actual mileage may varydepending upon vehicle options, drivinghabits and conditions, and the vehicle’soverall condition.For additional fuel economy-relatedinformation, including a ConsumerInformation Guide and tips for improvinggas mileage, visit the EnvironmentalProtection Agency (EPA) website at:http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/drive.shtmlSee Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

Tire Pressure

The Tire-Loading Information label(located on the rear edge of the driver’sdoor) provides you with informationabout the size, speed rating, and recom-mended inflation pressure for yourVUE’s tires. Overinflated tires can pro-duce a harsh ride while underinflatedtires can reduce fuel economy and pro-mote tire wear.Both overinflated and underinflated tirescan affect the handling characteristics ofyour vehicle.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

Fold-Down Passenger Seatback

Your vehicle isequipped with afold-flat frontpassenger seat-back to help youcarry extra-longitems. To foldthe seatbackflat, lift the barunder the frontseat to unlock it.Slide the seat tothe rearmostposition, thenrelease the bar.Next, lift the recliner lever, located onthe outside of the seat, and fold the seat forward until it locks into a foldedposition.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.


Fold-Down Rear Seats

The VUE’s reclining and folding rearseats provide added comfort andincreased flexibility — a valuable featurefor camping trips or when you are carry-ing cargo. The rear split bench seatbacks havethree available positions:• Folded forward• Upright• Partially reclinedEach of the rear seatbacks can bemoved to any of the three positionsindependent of the other seatback posi-tion. To move the seatback to any of theavailable positions:• Lift the lever on the

upper-back corner of the seatback and move the seatback to the desired position.

• Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in the desired position.

To return the seatback from a folded-flatposition to an upright position:• Push down on the seatback while

lifting the lever.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Rear Cargo Organizer

Your vehicle’s rear cargo organizerhelps you store small, light items in therear of the vehicle. To access andassemble the rear cargo organizer:1. Pull up on the latch of the rear panel

lid of the rear cargoorganizer to open it.

2. Lift the front of thecargo organizer and fold out the end panels.

3. Rotate the end panels forward and snap them into the rear panel lid.

4. Pull the center divider out from the rear panel lid.

5. Rotate the center divider rearward and snap it into the rear wall.

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Removing the Spare Tire

Your vehicle’s spare tire is locatedbeneath the load floor cargo organizer inthe rear cargo area of the vehicle. All ofthe tools you need to replace a flat tireare located in the storage compartment,on the driver’s side of the cargo area.After use, it is important to secure the spare tire, jack and tools properly.See your Owner Manual for detailedinstructions.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

Driving Off Paved Roads

Your VUE has been designed primarilyfor use on pavement. However, if youdrive it off paved roads keep the follow-ing things in mind:• If your vehicle does not have all-

wheel drive, you should not drive it off-road unless you’re on a level, solid surface.

• If your VUE is equipped with all-wheel drive, you may travel on unpaved roads to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar sites on occasion.

Many of the same design features that help make the VUE responsive onpaved roads during poor weather condi-tions — features like all-wheel drive —help make it much better suited for off-road use than a conventional passenger car. Its higher ground clear-ance also helps your vehicle step oversome off-road obstacles. But your vehi-cle does not have features like specialunderbody shielding and a transfer caselow gear range, things that are usuallythought necessary for extended orsevere off-road use.See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.

6. To close the cargo organizer, unsnap the dividers and place them into the stowed position. Then, close the rear panel lid of the organizer and push onthe latch firmly to engage it.



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Roadside Assistance Program

My Saturn

1-800-533-6000TTY users: 1-800-833-6000As the proud owner of a new Saturnvehicle, you are automatically enrolledin the Saturn Roadside AssistanceProgram. This value-added service isintended to provide you with peace ofmind as you drive in the city or travelthe open road.Saturn’s Roadside Assistance toll-freenumber is staffed by courteous andcapable Roadside AssistanceRepresentatives who are available 24hours a day, 365 days a year.We will provide the following servicesduring the Bumper-to-Bumper warrantyperiod, at no expense to you:• Fuel delivery• Lockout service (identification

required)• Tow to nearest Saturn retailer for

warranty service or in the event of avehicle disabling accident

• Flat tire change• Jump starts• Minor repairs to disabled vehicles• Assistance when the vehicle is mired

in sand, mud or snow• Saturn retailer locator service

As your home away from home on theInternet, you can take advantage of My Saturn’s numerous owner benefits,including: vehicle maintenance sched-ule, service reminders, frequently askedquestions, retailer information and more.So visit the My Saturn owners site atSaturn.com and enjoy the ride.

For prompt and efficient assistancewhen calling, please provide the follow-ing information to the RoadsideAssistance Representative:• Location of the vehicle• Telephone number of your location• Vehicle model, year and color• Vehicle mileage• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)• Vehicle license plate numberSaturn reserves the right to limit serviceor reimbursement to an owner or driverwhen, in Saturn’s judgment, the claimsbecome excessive in frequency or typeof occurrence.

Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your OwnerManual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2003 by GM Corp. All rights reserved.

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