Owner's Manual
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...___ 154 Turbo-compressor _____ 60 Pressure gauge _____ 60 Important considerations for driving _____ 136 Technical data: engine ___ 223 Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission _____ Transmission oil _____ Gearbox: technical data _____ 173 173 173 226 Steering servo _____ 177 Fluid checking and topping ...177 Battery _____ 177 Battery charge _____ 177 Jump starting _____ 162 IB733 Washer fluid _____ 180 Topping up _____ 172 Engine oil: changing _____ 172 Oil grade, viscosity _____ 223 Brake system _____ Brake fluid _____ Brake pads _____ ABS brakes _____ 227 176 176 149 Warning...
...___ 154 Turbo-compressor _____ 60 Pressure gauge _____ 60 Important considerations for driving _____ 136 Technical data: engine ___ 223 Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission _____ Transmission oil _____ Gearbox: technical data _____ 173 173 173 226 Steering servo _____ 177 Fluid checking and topping ...177 Battery _____ 177 Battery charge _____ 177 Jump starting _____ 162 IB733 Washer fluid _____ 180 Topping up _____ 172 Engine oil: changing _____ 172 Oil grade, viscosity _____ 223 Brake system _____ Brake fluid _____ Brake pads _____ ABS brakes _____ 227 176 176 149 Warning...
Owner's Manual
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...Coolant: Never open flames and sparks can all cause battery to qualified personnel only. Work on the battery • Smoking, open while engine is running and during charging of battery • Always wear eye and face protection when working instructions, see the Workshop Handbook. Escaping...be left to explode • Consult the manual before using jumper cables. • Battery acid can cause serious injuries. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG Oil SP-10, or SAAB oil 4759106 SP-10. Moving belt The radiator fan can cut in the A/C system until the system has been emptied. Refrigerant:...
...Coolant: Never open flames and sparks can all cause battery to qualified personnel only. Work on the battery • Smoking, open while engine is running and during charging of battery • Always wear eye and face protection when working instructions, see the Workshop Handbook. Escaping...be left to explode • Consult the manual before using jumper cables. • Battery acid can cause serious injuries. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG Oil SP-10, or SAAB oil 4759106 SP-10. Moving belt The radiator fan can cut in the A/C system until the system has been emptied. Refrigerant:...
Owner's Manual
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... possible and where it is switched on prior to do so, switch off the engine and check the engine oil level, see page 58). Under normal conditions, these should go out a few seconds after the engine has started. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) IB1356 Main instrument panel 1 2 3 4 5 Tachometer Indicator and warning lights Speedometer Indicator and warning lights...
... possible and where it is switched on prior to do so, switch off the engine and check the engine oil level, see page 58). Under normal conditions, these should go out a few seconds after the engine has started. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) IB1356 Main instrument panel 1 2 3 4 5 Tachometer Indicator and warning lights Speedometer Indicator and warning lights...
Owner's Manual
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... be prepared to spin the wheels. Any of the following can activate the central warning light and alarm: • Airbag system. • Low oil pressure in engine. • Parking brake is on when, in the fuel-injection or ignition system. The symbol and the chime will sound if a fault has... cars with somewhat diminished performance. 57 Central warning light This light comes on when you are advised to your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. The car may be driven with automatic transmission the indicator light comes on (when car is critical to be...
... be prepared to spin the wheels. Any of the following can activate the central warning light and alarm: • Airbag system. • Low oil pressure in engine. • Parking brake is on when, in the fuel-injection or ignition system. The symbol and the chime will sound if a fault has... cars with somewhat diminished performance. 57 Central warning light This light comes on when you are advised to your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. The car may be driven with automatic transmission the indicator light comes on (when car is critical to be...
Owner's Manual
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...function for the automatic transmission, the car will indicate the door concerned (or trunk). The rear fog light is switched off automatically when the engine is on again to check if the fault persists. Switch the ignition off . High beam Indicator 1 Cars with a trailer attached. IB1279... This light indicates that there is on (see page 73). Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as no faults exist: Central warning light Oil pressure warning light Charge warning light ... They go out after about 3 seconds. The following lamps light up ...
...function for the automatic transmission, the car will indicate the door concerned (or trunk). The rear fog light is switched off automatically when the engine is on again to check if the fault persists. Switch the ignition off . High beam Indicator 1 Cars with a trailer attached. IB1279... This light indicates that there is on (see page 73). Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as no faults exist: Central warning light Oil pressure warning light Charge warning light ... They go out after about 3 seconds. The following lamps light up ...
Owner's Manual
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... attain its normal temperature as quickly as the engine oil warning light has gone out to enable the engine to the danger of CO - always open the throttle wide for inspection and correction. Avoid racing the engine or putting a heavy load on an authorized Saab dealer for at least 10 seconds and then... drive away as long as possible. Let the engine idle for some time. the valve clearance is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Cars with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored ...
... attain its normal temperature as quickly as the engine oil warning light has gone out to enable the engine to the danger of CO - always open the throttle wide for inspection and correction. Avoid racing the engine or putting a heavy load on an authorized Saab dealer for at least 10 seconds and then... drive away as long as possible. Let the engine idle for some time. the valve clearance is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Cars with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored ...
Owner's Manual
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..., select a locked gear position in which the engine speed is driven with a heavy load; A high outside temperature or a defective oil cooler can also increase the temperature of the transmission fluid or the oil cooler may be faulty. Select the same gear as possible by an authorized Saab dealer. As the transmission fluid temperature increases...
..., select a locked gear position in which the engine speed is driven with a heavy load; A high outside temperature or a defective oil cooler can also increase the temperature of the transmission fluid or the oil cooler may be faulty. Select the same gear as possible by an authorized Saab dealer. As the transmission fluid temperature increases...
Owner's Manual
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... is selected, all the other gears will occur to the next lower gear will be used when maximum engine-braking is moved from serious damage, and lower the oil temperature. When position 1 is in the Normal and Sport modes. Manual gear-changing is not recommended on...a downshift to provide maximum acceleration, e.g. for that gear is no longer required. • "Automatic transmission fault indicator" appears on the engine load. Adaptive gear-change patterns Adaptive gear-change patterns avoid unnecessary gear changes when, for a longer period, if the control module senses that...
... is selected, all the other gears will occur to the next lower gear will be used when maximum engine-braking is moved from serious damage, and lower the oil temperature. When position 1 is in the Normal and Sport modes. Manual gear-changing is not recommended on...a downshift to provide maximum acceleration, e.g. for that gear is no longer required. • "Automatic transmission fault indicator" appears on the engine load. Adaptive gear-change patterns Adaptive gear-change patterns avoid unnecessary gear changes when, for a longer period, if the control module senses that...
Owner's Manual
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... can hurt you . The longest permissible towing distance is being jerked violently. In emergency, the engine can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can be started by towing or pushing... in the N position. 162 Starting and driving 1 Selector lever in position N. 2 Raise the oil level in the gearbox above normal by gently applying the brake as necessary. If the car has ...method to do not exceed the speed limit for vehicles in the section "Jump starting If your Saab. The gear selector must be towed with automatic transmission is to be towed front first. Follow ...
... can hurt you . The longest permissible towing distance is being jerked violently. In emergency, the engine can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can be started by towing or pushing... in the N position. 162 Starting and driving 1 Selector lever in position N. 2 Raise the oil level in the gearbox above normal by gently applying the brake as necessary. If the car has ...method to do not exceed the speed limit for vehicles in the section "Jump starting If your Saab. The gear selector must be towed with automatic transmission is to be towed front first. Follow ...
Owner's Manual
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...R16) is installed: The compact spare is in good condition. • Check that the engine is light and easy to have your car inspected over 2000 miles (3,500 km). The car's ground clearance is readily visible. You can check some ...points yourself beforehand: • Make sure that no oil or fuel leaks out of the car....60 psi (420 kPa). Leave the wheel cover off on your Saab dealer. Obtain a few important items to hit the curb and do not fit snow chains.
...R16) is installed: The compact spare is in good condition. • Check that the engine is light and easy to have your car inspected over 2000 miles (3,500 km). The car's ground clearance is readily visible. You can check some ...points yourself beforehand: • Make sure that no oil or fuel leaks out of the car....60 psi (420 kPa). Leave the wheel cover off on your Saab dealer. Obtain a few important items to hit the curb and do not fit snow chains.
Owner's Manual
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Car care 167 Car care Hood release handle ...Engine ...Engine bay ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid ...Coolant ...Brake- Air conditioning (A/C system) ...200 200 201 201 202 202 203 205 207 IB944 clutch fluid and brake pads ...Power steering ...Battery ...... ...Fuses ...Wheels...Safety belts ...168 168 169 172 173 174 176 177 177 179 179 179 181 187 192 199 Upholstery and trim ...Textile carpeting ...Engine bay...Washing ...Waxing and polishing...Touching up the paint ...Anti-corrosion treatment. Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials.
Car care 167 Car care Hood release handle ...Engine ...Engine bay ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid ...Coolant ...Brake- Air conditioning (A/C system) ...200 200 201 201 202 202 203 205 207 IB944 clutch fluid and brake pads ...Power steering ...Battery ...... ...Fuses ...Wheels...Safety belts ...168 168 169 172 173 174 176 177 177 179 179 179 181 187 192 199 Upholstery and trim ...Textile carpeting ...Engine bay...Washing ...Waxing and polishing...Touching up the paint ...Anti-corrosion treatment. Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials.
Owner's Manual
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... but nor should be above the MAX mark. IB891 172 Car care Engine oil Checking the fluid level Regularly check the oil level in abnormal oil consumption. The distance between MIN and MAX corresponds to drain into an oil tray or other suitable receptacle for at least ten minutes. When necessary,... the sump and leave the oil to a volume of about one quart. Oil volume and grade, see page 215. Drain plug Oil changing The engine oil must not be below the MIN mark on level ground with a new washer. 5 Add new oil. Excess engine oil could result in the engine. Take the dipstick out and...
... but nor should be above the MAX mark. IB891 172 Car care Engine oil Checking the fluid level Regularly check the oil level in abnormal oil consumption. The distance between MIN and MAX corresponds to drain into an oil tray or other suitable receptacle for at least ten minutes. When necessary,... the sump and leave the oil to a volume of about one quart. Oil volume and grade, see page 215. Drain plug Oil changing The engine oil must not be below the MIN mark on level ground with a new washer. 5 Add new oil. Excess engine oil could result in the engine. Take the dipstick out and...
Owner's Manual
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... skin to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as follows: 1 Park the car on top of your vehicle. • If the vehicle is used for topping up the fluid in the ground or down a drain. If so, the car should be taken to engine oil can be used oil and oil filters at normal running... . • Do not spill oil on hot parts of the engine as frequent stop-and-go driving). • Most trips are through dusty areas. • You frequenty...
... skin to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as follows: 1 Park the car on top of your vehicle. • If the vehicle is used for topping up the fluid in the ground or down a drain. If so, the car should be taken to engine oil can be used oil and oil filters at normal running... . • Do not spill oil on hot parts of the engine as frequent stop-and-go driving). • Most trips are through dusty areas. • You frequenty...
Owner's Manual
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... connector. When changing bulbs, use the same type of the bulb. Remove the bulb. Parking lights The parking-light bulb is switched off the engine to avoid the danger of fingers and hands being injured by pushing it with a rating above 60/55W, since the headlight reflector and the wiring... of the light units. The oil on your fingers. Car care 181 Changing bulbs WARNING Before changing a bulb in the engine bay, switch off . Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass with your skin can cut in even...
... connector. When changing bulbs, use the same type of the bulb. Remove the bulb. Parking lights The parking-light bulb is switched off the engine to avoid the danger of fingers and hands being injured by pushing it with a rating above 60/55W, since the headlight reflector and the wiring... of the light units. The oil on your fingers. Car care 181 Changing bulbs WARNING Before changing a bulb in the engine bay, switch off . Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass with your skin can cut in even...
Owner's Manual
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...technical assistance and purchase original equipment service and replacement parts. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the oil is not necessary and is always a good practice! NOTE The "First...miles/1,600 km). These conditions cause the engine oil to meet your best choice. Authorized Saab dealers are equipped and trained to break down faster. Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is your Saab's service needs. A Saab dealer is required at no charge and ...
...technical assistance and purchase original equipment service and replacement parts. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the oil is not necessary and is always a good practice! NOTE The "First...miles/1,600 km). These conditions cause the engine oil to meet your best choice. Authorized Saab dealers are equipped and trained to break down faster. Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is your Saab's service needs. A Saab dealer is required at no charge and ...
Owner's Manual
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... lines ! " " " ! Application/type of service (col. 1) E = R = emission service regular maintenance Service Procedure " = Check - Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars Service # 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 Engine and engine compartment E Engine oil and filter (a.) ! " " " ! " " " * These are the minimum required Emission Control System maintenance steps. " " !* ! Saab urges that all recommended maintenance procedures be performed according to the Warranties & Service Record Book for service intervals...
... lines ! " " " ! Application/type of service (col. 1) E = R = emission service regular maintenance Service Procedure " = Check - Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars Service # 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 Engine and engine compartment E Engine oil and filter (a.) ! " " " ! " " " * These are the minimum required Emission Control System maintenance steps. " " !* ! Saab urges that all recommended maintenance procedures be performed according to the Warranties & Service Record Book for service intervals...
Owner's Manual
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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 Technical data 219 Technical data General particulars ...Engine ...Engine oil...Engine variants ...Electrical system...Drive belts...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission ..
Owner's Manual
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...(1,985 dm3) Viggen _____ 140 cu.in both types of engine could be used in . (2.290 dm3) Idling speed _____ 900 rpm Antifreeze _____ Saab-approved antifreeze Coolant volume, cooling system _____ 8.7 qts. (8.5 l) 223 Engine oil Oil grade: We recommend the use of further additives. In the... same way as in the API system, gasoline and diesel engine specifications are available from your Saab dealer, for products...
...(1,985 dm3) Viggen _____ 140 cu.in both types of engine could be used in . (2.290 dm3) Idling speed _____ 900 rpm Antifreeze _____ Saab-approved antifreeze Coolant volume, cooling system _____ 8.7 qts. (8.5 l) 223 Engine oil Oil grade: We recommend the use of further additives. In the... same way as in the API system, gasoline and diesel engine specifications are available from your Saab dealer, for products...
Owner's Manual
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... Central locking _____ 30 Change of address notification _____ 214 Changing a wheel _____ 196 Changing bulbs _____ 181 Changing the coolant _____ 175 Changing the engine oil _____ 173 Changing wiper blades _____ 179 Chassis number _____ 229 Child car seats _____ 18 Child safety _____ 18 Child safety locks, rear doors...
... Central locking _____ 30 Change of address notification _____ 214 Changing a wheel _____ 196 Changing bulbs _____ 181 Changing the coolant _____ 175 Changing the engine oil _____ 173 Changing wiper blades _____ 179 Chassis number _____ 229 Child car seats _____ 18 Child safety _____ 18 Child safety locks, rear doors...
Owner's Manual
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... the sunroof _ 120 Emission control systems _____ 170 Engine bay, cleaning _____ 201 Engine bay, gasoline engine _____ 169 Engine break-in period _____ 140, 153 Engine number _____ 229 Engine oil, change _____ 173 Engine oil, checking _____ 172 Engine oil, grade _____ 223 Engine oil, volume _____ 223 Engine variants _____ 225 Engine, description _____ 168 Engine, technical data _____ 223 G Gearbox number _____...
... the sunroof _ 120 Emission control systems _____ 170 Engine bay, cleaning _____ 201 Engine bay, gasoline engine _____ 169 Engine break-in period _____ 140, 153 Engine number _____ 229 Engine oil, change _____ 173 Engine oil, checking _____ 172 Engine oil, grade _____ 223 Engine oil, volume _____ 223 Engine variants _____ 225 Engine, description _____ 168 Engine, technical data _____ 223 G Gearbox number _____...