Owner's Manual
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...Interior lighting switch _____ 121 Interior lighting: changing bulbs __ 185 Power steering _____ 226 Steering-wheel adjustment 118 Airbag _____ 22 Safety belts _____ 12 Safety-belt care _____ 199 Airbag _____ 22 Child seats _____ 18 Child safety lock catch ____ 33 Glove compartment _____ 123 Seat adjustment _____ 112...119 Sunroof _____ 120 Convertible _____ 42 Ignition switch _____ 134 Starting the engine _____ 135 Engine break-in period _____ 140 Parking _____ 151 Driving in hot/cold weather _____ 154 Gear changing _____ 141 Manual transmission ____ 141 Automatic transmission __ 141 IB1353
...Interior lighting switch _____ 121 Interior lighting: changing bulbs __ 185 Power steering _____ 226 Steering-wheel adjustment 118 Airbag _____ 22 Safety belts _____ 12 Safety-belt care _____ 199 Airbag _____ 22 Child seats _____ 18 Child safety lock catch ____ 33 Glove compartment _____ 123 Seat adjustment _____ 112...119 Sunroof _____ 120 Convertible _____ 42 Ignition switch _____ 134 Starting the engine _____ 135 Engine break-in period _____ 140 Parking _____ 151 Driving in hot/cold weather _____ 154 Gear changing _____ 141 Manual transmission ____ 141 Automatic transmission __ 141 IB1353
Owner's Manual
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...Color coding _____ 229 Fuse panels _____ Changing a fuse _____ Table of fuses _____ Relays _____ 187 187 189 191 Ignition system _____ Drive belt _____ Alternator _____ Spark plugs _____ Catalytic converter _____ Simple fault tracing (A/C, ACC) _____ 225 179 179 225 137 207 Coolant, ... up _____ 174 Coolant, changing _____ 175 Temperature gauge _____ 60 Driving in hot weather ____ 156 Driving in cold weather ___ 154 Turbo-compressor _____ 60 Pressure gauge _____ 60 Important considerations for driving _____ 136 Technical data: engine ___ 223 Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission...
...Color coding _____ 229 Fuse panels _____ Changing a fuse _____ Table of fuses _____ Relays _____ 187 187 189 191 Ignition system _____ Drive belt _____ Alternator _____ Spark plugs _____ Catalytic converter _____ Simple fault tracing (A/C, ACC) _____ 225 179 179 225 137 207 Coolant, ... up _____ 174 Coolant, changing _____ 175 Temperature gauge _____ 60 Driving in hot weather ____ 156 Driving in cold weather ___ 154 Turbo-compressor _____ 60 Pressure gauge _____ 60 Important considerations for driving _____ 136 Technical data: engine ___ 223 Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission...
Owner's Manual
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...AVOID SPARKS, AVOID OPEN FLAMES, NO SMOKING KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SEE MANUAL PROTECT YOUR EYES FLAMMABLE GAS ACID WL4 Radiator fan: WL1 Drive belt: Danger! Working the wrong way may result in the A/C system until the system has been emptied. Do not undo or remove any connections ...in injury. Moving belt The radiator fan can cause serious injuries. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG Oil SP-10, or SAAB oil 4759106 SP-10. Escaping coolant under pressure can cut in even after engine has been switched...
...AVOID SPARKS, AVOID OPEN FLAMES, NO SMOKING KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SEE MANUAL PROTECT YOUR EYES FLAMMABLE GAS ACID WL4 Radiator fan: WL1 Drive belt: Danger! Working the wrong way may result in the A/C system until the system has been emptied. Do not undo or remove any connections ...in injury. Moving belt The radiator fan can cause serious injuries. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG Oil SP-10, or SAAB oil 4759106 SP-10. Escaping coolant under pressure can cut in even after engine has been switched...
Owner's Manual
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...injury from contact with the backrest of the seat, and with an SRS (airbag), safety belts must still always be hot for instance. • Some components of the airbag will be worn by an authorized Saab dealer. Safety Operation of the airbag in a front-end collision. 23 WARNING Moment of impact...steering-wheel center padding. • If the AIR BAG warning light remains on after the car has been started or comes on while you are driving, have in injury if the airbag should inflate. The same applies to anything to inflate. • Never attach anything you might have the ...
...injury from contact with the backrest of the seat, and with an SRS (airbag), safety belts must still always be hot for instance. • Some components of the airbag will be worn by an authorized Saab dealer. Safety Operation of the airbag in a front-end collision. 23 WARNING Moment of impact...steering-wheel center padding. • If the AIR BAG warning light remains on after the car has been started or comes on while you are driving, have in injury if the airbag should inflate. The same applies to anything to inflate. • Never attach anything you might have the ...
Owner's Manual
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...questions on function of the airbag Do you and the airbag. to be triggered. The airbag will only be actuated in order to drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it needs room to increase the distance between you still need to wear a ... affect the steering wheel or the airbag's electrical circuitry. • Before starting any of the system's components are removed. Airbags or belt pretensioners that have your Saab dealer. For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are inflated, the airbag will be transferred for the airbag to inflate? Do not ...
...questions on function of the airbag Do you and the airbag. to be triggered. The airbag will only be actuated in order to drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it needs room to increase the distance between you still need to wear a ... affect the steering wheel or the airbag's electrical circuitry. • Before starting any of the system's components are removed. Airbags or belt pretensioners that have your Saab dealer. For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are inflated, the airbag will be transferred for the airbag to inflate? Do not ...
Owner's Manual
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...mechanical and operates on and a chime will be inoperative because of brake failure! WARNING Never drive the car when these warning lights are driving, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine. Have the brake ...properly), the belt is slack or broken, battery charging will sound. If the belt has broken, the engine may be poor and engine cooling unsatisfactory. If the ABS warning light is on at once by an authorized Saab dealer. Instruments ...warning light This light will come on the rear wheels. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 151)
...mechanical and operates on and a chime will be inoperative because of brake failure! WARNING Never drive the car when these warning lights are driving, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine. Have the brake ...properly), the belt is slack or broken, battery charging will sound. If the belt has broken, the engine may be poor and engine cooling unsatisfactory. If the ABS warning light is on at once by an authorized Saab dealer. Instruments ...warning light This light will come on the rear wheels. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 151)
Owner's Manual
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...) IB802 Lumbar support Turn the smaller knob for stepless adjustment of the backrest. Interior equipment, trunk WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that the safety belt, airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in the event of emergency braking or a collision. 113 Center armrest Certain models have a foldable center...
...) IB802 Lumbar support Turn the smaller knob for stepless adjustment of the backrest. Interior equipment, trunk WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that the safety belt, airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in the event of emergency braking or a collision. 113 Center armrest Certain models have a foldable center...
Owner's Manual
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...the standard wheel repaired and reinstalled as soon as spare bulbs, wiper blades, fuses, a Poly-Vee-belt and the like. Take care not to handle when changing the wheel. Obtain a few important items... and do not fit snow chains. Starting and driving 165 Driving considerations with the compact spare fitted. Leave the wheel cover off on your Saab dealer. For long trips NOTE To avoid damaging ... fuel leaks out of the wheel is advisable to have your car inspected over 2000 miles (3,500 km). Do not drive farther than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the ...
...the standard wheel repaired and reinstalled as soon as spare bulbs, wiper blades, fuses, a Poly-Vee-belt and the like. Take care not to handle when changing the wheel. Obtain a few important items... and do not fit snow chains. Starting and driving 165 Driving considerations with the compact spare fitted. Leave the wheel cover off on your Saab dealer. For long trips NOTE To avoid damaging ... fuel leaks out of the wheel is advisable to have your car inspected over 2000 miles (3,500 km). Do not drive farther than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the ...
Owner's Manual
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... conditioning (A/C system) ...200 200 201 201 202 202 203 205 207 IB944 clutch fluid and brake pads ...Power steering ...Battery ...Drive belt...Wipers and washers ...Wiper blades ...Changing bulbs ...Fuses ...Wheels...Safety belts ...168 168 169 172 173 174 176 177 177 179 179 179 181 187 192 199 Upholstery and trim ...Textile...
... conditioning (A/C system) ...200 200 201 201 202 202 203 205 207 IB944 clutch fluid and brake pads ...Power steering ...Battery ...Drive belt...Wipers and washers ...Wiper blades ...Changing bulbs ...Fuses ...Wheels...Safety belts ...168 168 169 172 173 174 176 177 177 179 179 179 181 187 192 199 Upholstery and trim ...Textile...
Owner's Manual
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...automatic car wash, as this sometimes leave a wax coating on the right-hand side of drive belts when engine is driven via a poly-V-belt from the wiper arm. We recommend Saab washer fluid for cleaning. See also page 55, "Warning charging". If wiper performance is experienced..., clean the windshield with Saab washer fluid. If poor wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. The belt tension is critical, and is running . • Always stop the engine before inspecting drive belts. IB929 IB901 NOTE Serious damage can occur to ...
...automatic car wash, as this sometimes leave a wax coating on the right-hand side of drive belts when engine is driven via a poly-V-belt from the wiper arm. We recommend Saab washer fluid for cleaning. See also page 55, "Warning charging". If wiper performance is experienced..., clean the windshield with Saab washer fluid. If poor wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. The belt tension is critical, and is running . • Always stop the engine before inspecting drive belts. IB929 IB901 NOTE Serious damage can occur to ...
Owner's Manual
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... lock and it should not be made periodically to repair, or modify the function of driving at cruising speed. If the belts get dirty, wash them replaced. Safety belts WARNING Safety belts and belt pretensioners that were in use in contact with the ground. A check should be replaced even if they ...199 Flat spotting All tires get hot, especially on the belt should cause the inertia reel to that experienced when the wheels need balancing. If a belt is driven hard. Safety belts must be made to ensure that the safety belts are not visibly damaged. The same can occur if the ...
... lock and it should not be made periodically to repair, or modify the function of driving at cruising speed. If the belts get dirty, wash them replaced. Safety belts WARNING Safety belts and belt pretensioners that were in use in contact with the ground. A check should be replaced even if they ...199 Flat spotting All tires get hot, especially on the belt should cause the inertia reel to that experienced when the wheels need balancing. If a belt is driven hard. Safety belts must be made to ensure that the safety belts are not visibly damaged. The same can occur if the ...
Owner's Manual
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...can cause blindness or other injury. Inadequate cooling: a Make sure that the drive belt for the compressor is not slipping, see page 179. If the fault persists, however, have the system checked by a Saab dealer authorized for this condensation will condense on the ground. Important! The ... special procedures for charging and draining the system. • All repairs and adjustments on the A/C system must be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. d Check the fuses for the ventilation fans and compressor, see page 77. WARNING • The A/C system is normal. Fault diagnosis...
...can cause blindness or other injury. Inadequate cooling: a Make sure that the drive belt for the compressor is not slipping, see page 179. If the fault persists, however, have the system checked by a Saab dealer authorized for this condensation will condense on the ground. Important! The ... special procedures for charging and draining the system. • All repairs and adjustments on the A/C system must be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. d Check the fuses for the ventilation fans and compressor, see page 77. WARNING • The A/C system is normal. Fault diagnosis...
Owner's Manual
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... fall exactly on the "0" (zero) marks on the A/C system when the car stands in a warm place. 208 Car care Maintenance • The drive belt for the compressor should normally not need to be re-aimed, we recommend that you take it is possible for service. However, it to your... Saab dealer for you believe your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may be properly prepared as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. When washing...
... fall exactly on the "0" (zero) marks on the A/C system when the car stands in a warm place. 208 Car care Maintenance • The drive belt for the compressor should normally not need to be re-aimed, we recommend that you take it is possible for service. However, it to your... Saab dealer for you believe your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may be properly prepared as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. When washing...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and owner assistance 215 100,000 (160,000 km) 11 Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, (9-3 Models) 70,000 (112,000 km) 80,000 (128,000 km) 90,000 ... compartment E Engine oil and filter (a.) ! R Engine coolant freezing point and level " R Engine coolant flush and replace (max. 3-year intervals) R Engine cooling system, hoses and cap R Drive belt; " " " ! ! " ! !* " ! " " " ! " " " * These are the minimum required Emission Control System maintenance steps. Application/type of service (col. 1) E = R = emission service regular maintenance Service Procedure " ...
Maintenance and owner assistance 215 100,000 (160,000 km) 11 Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, (9-3 Models) 70,000 (112,000 km) 80,000 (128,000 km) 90,000 ... compartment E Engine oil and filter (a.) ! R Engine coolant freezing point and level " R Engine coolant flush and replace (max. 3-year intervals) R Engine cooling system, hoses and cap R Drive belt; " " " ! ! " ! !* " ! " " " ! " " " * These are the minimum required Emission Control System maintenance steps. Application/type of service (col. 1) E = R = emission service regular maintenance Service Procedure " ...
Owner's Manual
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... hinges, stops and locks R Removable towbar R Airbag system, SRS warning lamp, visual inspection R Safety belts; operation and visual inspection of belt for correction. 1,000 (1,600 km) 1 Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 " " " " " " " " " " " Check function of drive train, steering and brakes and verify tire balance. Note any noises or problems for tears...
... hinges, stops and locks R Removable towbar R Airbag system, SRS warning lamp, visual inspection R Safety belts; operation and visual inspection of belt for correction. 1,000 (1,600 km) 1 Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 " " " " " " " " " " " Check function of drive train, steering and brakes and verify tire balance. Note any noises or problems for tears...
Owner's Manual
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Technical data 219 Technical data General particulars ...Engine ...Engine oil...Engine variants ...Electrical system...Drive belts...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission .. Suspension...Steering...Brake system...Rims and tires ...Plates and labels...220 223 223 225 225 225 226 226 226 226 227 227 229 IB993
Technical data 219 Technical data General particulars ...Engine ...Engine oil...Engine variants ...Electrical system...Drive belts...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission .. Suspension...Steering...Brake system...Rims and tires ...Plates and labels...220 223 223 225 225 225 226 226 226 226 227 227 229 IB993
Owner's Manual
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... 7H-10 NGK PFR 7H-10 1.0 mm 185 hp (136 kW) 184.4 ft.lb. (250 Nm) 9.2:1 205 hp (151 kW) 209 ft.lb (283 Nm) 9.2:1 Drive belts 2.0 Turbo and Viggen _____ Outside length 2345 mm 205 hp (151 kW) 184.4 ft.lb (250 Nm) 9.2:1 230 hp (169 kW) 258.1 ft.lb (350... Nm) 9.3:1 Drive belt IB929 torque EEC at 5750 rpm_____ Max. torque (man.), EEC at 2100 rpm __ Compression ratio _____ 2.0 Turbo 185 hp, automatic transmission Rating, EEC at...
... 7H-10 NGK PFR 7H-10 1.0 mm 185 hp (136 kW) 184.4 ft.lb. (250 Nm) 9.2:1 205 hp (151 kW) 209 ft.lb (283 Nm) 9.2:1 Drive belts 2.0 Turbo and Viggen _____ Outside length 2345 mm 205 hp (151 kW) 184.4 ft.lb (250 Nm) 9.2:1 230 hp (169 kW) 258.1 ft.lb (350... Nm) 9.3:1 Drive belt IB929 torque EEC at 5750 rpm_____ Max. torque (man.), EEC at 2100 rpm __ Compression ratio _____ 2.0 Turbo 185 hp, automatic transmission Rating, EEC at...
Owner's Manual
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... Direction-indicator stalk _____ 72 Dome lighting _____ 121 Door mirrors _____ 124 Drive belt _____ 179 Driving in deep water _____ 166 Driving in hot weather _____ 156 Driving technique _____ 153 Driving with a compact spare wheel _ 165 Driving with a roof load _____ 158 Driving with the trunk lid open _____ 166 B Battery _____ Boost starting from...
... Direction-indicator stalk _____ 72 Dome lighting _____ 121 Door mirrors _____ 124 Drive belt _____ 179 Driving in deep water _____ 166 Driving in hot weather _____ 156 Driving technique _____ 153 Driving with a compact spare wheel _ 165 Driving with a roof load _____ 158 Driving with the trunk lid open _____ 166 B Battery _____ Boost starting from...