Steering – Saturn 2009 ASTRA User Manual

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The

g

switch is located on the

instrument panel below the Driver
Information Center (DIC).

To turn off StabiliTrak, press and
hold the

g

switch until the light in the

switch illuminates.

To turn StabiliTrak on again, press
the

g

switch again or restart the

vehicle.

A light in the switch should come on
briefly when the ignition key is
turned to ON/RUN as a check that
the light is working.

Adding non-dealer/non-retailer
accessories can affect the vehicle’s
performance. See Accessories
and Modifications
on page 9-3 for
more information.

Steering

If the engine stalls while driving, the
power steering assist system
should continue to operate until you
are able to stop the vehicle. If
power steering assist is lost because
the power steering system is not
functioning, the vehicle can be
steered but it will take more effort.

If you turn the steering wheel in
either direction several times until it
stops, or hold the steering wheel
in the stopped position for an
extended amount of time, you may
notice a reduced amount of
power steering assist. The normal
amount of power steering assist
should return shortly after a
few normal steering movements.

The power steering system does not
require regular maintenance. If you
suspect steering system problems
and/or the Service Vehicle Soon light
comes on, contact your dealer/
retailer for service repairs.

Steering Tips

It is important to take curves at a
reasonable speed.

Traction in a curve depends on the
condition of the tires and the
road surface, the angle at which the
curve is banked, and vehicle
speed. While in a curve, speed is
the one factor that can be controlled.

If there is a need to reduce speed,
do it before entering the curve,
while the front wheels are straight.

Try to adjust the speed so you
can drive through the curve.
Maintain a reasonable, steady
speed. Wait to accelerate until out
of the curve, and then accelerate
gently into the straightaway.

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Driving and Operating

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