Owner's Manual
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... Parking lights _____ 61 High/low beam _____ 61 Daytime running lights _____ 61 Rear fog light _____ 62 Instrument illumination _____ 62 Changing bulbs _____ 182 Hazard warning lights _____ 63 High/low beam control stalk 61 Turn signal and lane change indicator _____ 62 Cruise control _____ 145 Wipers and washers _____ 65 Washer fluid _____ 180 Replacing wiper blades __ 180 Audio system _____ 77 Steering-wheel controls____ 94 Front fog lights _____...
... Parking lights _____ 61 High/low beam _____ 61 Daytime running lights _____ 61 Rear fog light _____ 62 Instrument illumination _____ 62 Changing bulbs _____ 182 Hazard warning lights _____ 63 High/low beam control stalk 61 Turn signal and lane change indicator _____ 62 Cruise control _____ 145 Wipers and washers _____ 65 Washer fluid _____ 180 Replacing wiper blades __ 180 Audio system _____ 77 Steering-wheel controls____ 94 Front fog lights _____...
Owner's Manual
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... Headlamp wipers _____ 65 Changing bulbs _____ 182 Light switches _____ 61 Changing bulbs _____ 182 • Tail lights _____ 185 • Stop lights _____ 185 Central lock _____ Interior locking buttons ____ Child safety lock catch ____ Trunk/tailgate lid lock _____ Car alarm (anti-theft alarm) 32 34 35 36 38 Driving with a trailer _____ 152 Towing _____ 158 Towrope attachment eyes _ 158 Luggage compartment _____ 116 Folding down the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan _____...
... Headlamp wipers _____ 65 Changing bulbs _____ 182 Light switches _____ 61 Changing bulbs _____ 182 • Tail lights _____ 185 • Stop lights _____ 185 Central lock _____ Interior locking buttons ____ Child safety lock catch ____ Trunk/tailgate lid lock _____ Car alarm (anti-theft alarm) 32 34 35 36 38 Driving with a trailer _____ 152 Towing _____ 158 Towrope attachment eyes _ 158 Luggage compartment _____ 116 Folding down the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan _____...
Owner's Manual
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... down the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan _____ 116 Folding down the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon _____ 119 Upholstery: cleaning _____ 208 Side airbags (SRS) _____ 28 IB581 Safety belts _____ 12 Airbag (SRS) _____ 23 Child seats _____ 18 Child safety lock catch ____ 35 Safety belt care _____ 207 Glove compartment _____ 113 Manual transmission ____ 137 Automatic transmission __ 138 Electric windows _____ Ignition switch _____ Starting the engine _____ Break-In period_____ Driving in...
... down the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan _____ 116 Folding down the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon _____ 119 Upholstery: cleaning _____ 208 Side airbags (SRS) _____ 28 IB581 Safety belts _____ 12 Airbag (SRS) _____ 23 Child seats _____ 18 Child safety lock catch ____ 35 Safety belt care _____ 207 Glove compartment _____ 113 Manual transmission ____ 137 Automatic transmission __ 138 Electric windows _____ Ignition switch _____ Starting the engine _____ Break-In period_____ Driving in...
Owner's Manual
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... Driving in cold climate ____ 150 Coolant: checking/changing _ 174 / 175 Cooling-system capacity _ 228 IB585 Ignition system _____ Drive belts _____ Spark plugs _____ Catalytic converter _____ 130 179 230 133 Wiper/washer control stalk _ 65 Washer fluid: topping-up __ 181 Washer jets _____ 181 Important considerations for driving _____ 132 Turbo unit _____ 167 Engine: technical data _____ 228 Automatic transmission _____ 138 Automatic-transmission fluid ____ 232 Jump starting _____ 177 Battery...
... Driving in cold climate ____ 150 Coolant: checking/changing _ 174 / 175 Cooling-system capacity _ 228 IB585 Ignition system _____ Drive belts _____ Spark plugs _____ Catalytic converter _____ 130 179 230 133 Wiper/washer control stalk _ 65 Washer fluid: topping-up __ 181 Washer jets _____ 181 Important considerations for driving _____ 132 Turbo unit _____ 167 Engine: technical data _____ 228 Automatic transmission _____ 138 Automatic-transmission fluid ____ 232 Jump starting _____ 177 Battery...
Owner's Manual
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... parking brake and shift transmission to park. 2 Fit top of a collision. Cover sharp edges with a protective wrap. Safe working load 2000 lbs. (1,000 kg). For more information see your Owner's Manual before securing loads. weight: 33 lbs. (15 kg) Max. Loosen wheel bolts completely and remove wheel. 7 Mount spare wheel and tighten bolts enough so wheel is jacked up . 5 Using socket wrench in tool kit, loosen wheel bolts one-half turn. 6 Raise car so...
... parking brake and shift transmission to park. 2 Fit top of a collision. Cover sharp edges with a protective wrap. Safe working load 2000 lbs. (1,000 kg). For more information see your Owner's Manual before securing loads. weight: 33 lbs. (15 kg) Max. Loosen wheel bolts completely and remove wheel. 7 Mount spare wheel and tighten bolts enough so wheel is jacked up . 5 Using socket wrench in tool kit, loosen wheel bolts one-half turn. 6 Raise car so...
Owner's Manual
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... Saab dealer. WARNING Adjustments of the safety belt should be worn at all car occupants. They serve to wear their belts. IB409 Safety belts WARNING Safety belts must be thrown forward against the front-seat backrests, imposing much higher stresses on , the "fasten belts" reminder will light up until the driver fastens his belt. In addition an audible signal sounds for 6 seconds, or until the driver or front-seat passenger...
... Saab dealer. WARNING Adjustments of the safety belt should be worn at all car occupants. They serve to wear their belts. IB409 Safety belts WARNING Safety belts must be thrown forward against the front-seat backrests, imposing much higher stresses on , the "fasten belts" reminder will light up until the driver fastens his belt. In addition an audible signal sounds for 6 seconds, or until the driver or front-seat passenger...
Owner's Manual
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... if the AIR-BAG warning light comes on to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on the car's side the impact occurs. When an airbag is inflated there is on, it might even be relied on ? The sensors, which point... if certain predetermined conditions are met such as possible. 28 Safety Side airbags Side airbags are housed inside the backrests of the front seats and are fitted in the front doors, sense the rise in pressure caused by the door panel being pressed in during an impact condition. If the warning light is dust in the...
... if the AIR-BAG warning light comes on to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on the car's side the impact occurs. When an airbag is inflated there is on, it might even be relied on ? The sensors, which point... if certain predetermined conditions are met such as possible. 28 Safety Side airbags Side airbags are housed inside the backrests of the front seats and are fitted in the front doors, sense the rise in pressure caused by the door panel being pressed in during an impact condition. If the warning light is dust in the...
Owner's Manual
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... started . Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to the receiver. Security Activating the car alarm The car alarm (anti-theft system) is activated/deactivated when the car is locked/unlocked by the remote control or by children or pets left inside the rear dome light. As usual, the LED will be enabled again by the alarm system. If the signal is verified, the engine...
... started . Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to the receiver. Security Activating the car alarm The car alarm (anti-theft system) is activated/deactivated when the car is locked/unlocked by the remote control or by children or pets left inside the rear dome light. As usual, the LED will be enabled again by the alarm system. If the signal is verified, the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition key. The parking brake is not charging. If the ABS warning light is on while you are on the rear wheels. If it comes on (see "Anti-lock brake warning", page 48). If the belt has broken, the engine may be charged, the A/C compressor will not run and power assistance for the steering will show when the parking brake is on at the same time, the ABS system may overheat (cooling...
... the ignition key. The parking brake is not charging. If the ABS warning light is on while you are on the rear wheels. If it comes on (see "Anti-lock brake warning", page 48). If the belt has broken, the engine may be charged, the A/C compressor will not run and power assistance for the steering will show when the parking brake is on at the same time, the ABS system may overheat (cooling...
Owner's Manual
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... and audible alarm are also activated if the ignition key is a danger of the rear wheels locking up on and a chime will still be working properly. • The airbags in your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you may not be available. CHECK message indicator This light indicates that a fault has occurred in ABS system. • Engine overheating. • Alternator not...
... and audible alarm are also activated if the ignition key is a danger of the rear wheels locking up on and a chime will still be working properly. • The airbags in your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you may not be available. CHECK message indicator This light indicates that a fault has occurred in ABS system. • Engine overheating. • Alternator not...
Owner's Manual
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... conditions arise (e.g., apply the brakes, disengage transmission, turn , can cause the catalytic converter to be driven with somewhat diminished performance (see page 61). When the fog light is next needed, it should be driven with care and with the "Engine malfunction" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are on when there is switched off the ignition etc.). Instruments and controls 49 Engine malfunction WARNING An illuminated "Engine...
... conditions arise (e.g., apply the brakes, disengage transmission, turn , can cause the catalytic converter to be driven with somewhat diminished performance (see page 61). When the fog light is next needed, it should be driven with care and with the "Engine malfunction" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are on when there is switched off the ignition etc.). Instruments and controls 49 Engine malfunction WARNING An illuminated "Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... the selector lever to P or R. Indicator, SPORT-mode This light will remain in the transmission. 50 Instruments and controls Fault indicator, automatic transmission On a car with an automatic transmission, this warning symbol is illuminated if a fault has been detected in 4th gear when D is selected, making it is still possible to drive the car (see page 140). Even if the fault persists, it...
... the selector lever to P or R. Indicator, SPORT-mode This light will remain in the transmission. 50 Instruments and controls Fault indicator, automatic transmission On a car with an automatic transmission, this warning symbol is illuminated if a fault has been detected in 4th gear when D is selected, making it is still possible to drive the car (see page 140). Even if the fault persists, it...
Owner's Manual
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... following functions will not be displayed again before the ignition has been switched off and then on the display. The following messages may be displayed: Message FRONT LIGHT FAILURE REAR LIGHT FAILURE FOG LIGHT FAILURE BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE TEST BRAKE LIGHTS FILL COOLANT FLUID REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY NOT ACCEPTED SERVICE THEFT ALARM TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING TIGHTEN FUEL FILLER CAP TIME FOR SERVICE 2) 1) Resetting values To reset the values, press CLEAR for 10 seconds, after which the display...
... following functions will not be displayed again before the ignition has been switched off and then on the display. The following messages may be displayed: Message FRONT LIGHT FAILURE REAR LIGHT FAILURE FOG LIGHT FAILURE BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE TEST BRAKE LIGHTS FILL COOLANT FLUID REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY NOT ACCEPTED SERVICE THEFT ALARM TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING TIGHTEN FUEL FILLER CAP TIME FOR SERVICE 2) 1) Resetting values To reset the values, press CLEAR for 10 seconds, after which the display...
Owner's Manual
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... from Europe to North America, the radio's frequency steps can be adjusted by volume controls on steering wheel or on Audio System module (see also "Volume-preset mode", page 93). • If the sound is taken from the telephone to be cancelled and replaced by your Saab contain padding designed to interference, e.g. WARNING To prevent crashes while using a cell phone: •...
... from Europe to North America, the radio's frequency steps can be adjusted by volume controls on steering wheel or on Audio System module (see also "Volume-preset mode", page 93). • If the sound is taken from the telephone to be cancelled and replaced by your Saab contain padding designed to interference, e.g. WARNING To prevent crashes while using a cell phone: •...
Owner's Manual
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... 137 145 146 147 149 150 Driving in hot weather ...Towing a trailer...Driving considerations with compact spare wheel/tire fitted ...Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open ...Driving with a roof rack load ...Driving with a load ...Towing the car ...Jump starting ... 151 152 Parking brake ...Parking... 162 162 154 154 155 157 158 160 Starting and driving 129 Starting and driving IB597 Ignition switch ...Starting the engine ...Important considerations for driving ...Refueling ...Engine Break-In Period ...Gear changing ...Cruise control ...Braking ...Traction Control System.
... 137 145 146 147 149 150 Driving in hot weather ...Towing a trailer...Driving considerations with compact spare wheel/tire fitted ...Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open ...Driving with a roof rack load ...Driving with a load ...Towing the car ...Jump starting ... 151 152 Parking brake ...Parking... 162 162 154 154 155 157 158 160 Starting and driving 129 Starting and driving IB597 Ignition switch ...Starting the engine ...Important considerations for driving ...Refueling ...Engine Break-In Period ...Gear changing ...Cruise control ...Braking ...Traction Control System.
Owner's Manual
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... garage. • There is running the starter again, to give the battery time to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. Drive away as soon as follows: Cars with manual gearbox To start attempt, the cause could be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not touch the accelerator. 2 Start the engine. Cars with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored for...
... garage. • There is running the starter again, to give the battery time to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. Drive away as soon as follows: Cars with manual gearbox To start attempt, the cause could be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not touch the accelerator. 2 Start the engine. Cars with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored for...
Owner's Manual
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...time. The car's ground clearance is light and easy to hit the curb and do not drive faster than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the car. Take care not to handle when changing the wheel. NOTE To avoid damaging a punctured alloy wheel it can be closed and the cabin fan on at its highest speed setting. IB465 Driving with the trunk... engine. The engine will be inflated to the closest workshop. A general rule is that the warning text is only just over 2000 miles (3,500 km). The tire should be well secured in the spare-wheel well but only while driving...
...time. The car's ground clearance is light and easy to hit the curb and do not drive faster than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the car. Take care not to handle when changing the wheel. NOTE To avoid damaging a punctured alloy wheel it can be closed and the cabin fan on at its highest speed setting. IB465 Driving with the trunk... engine. The engine will be inflated to the closest workshop. A general rule is that the warning text is only just over 2000 miles (3,500 km). The tire should be well secured in the spare-wheel well but only while driving...
Owner's Manual
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... be changed inbetween normal services at 5,000 mile (8,000 km) intervals. More frequent oil changes are recommended if your vehicle is operated under certain severe conditions. The engine oil and filter must be done as close as possible to attend Saab service schools, obtain Saab special tools and technical assistance and purchase original equipment service and replacement parts. Additional maintenance is recommended for specific components when the car...
... be changed inbetween normal services at 5,000 mile (8,000 km) intervals. More frequent oil changes are recommended if your vehicle is operated under certain severe conditions. The engine oil and filter must be done as close as possible to attend Saab service schools, obtain Saab special tools and technical assistance and purchase original equipment service and replacement parts. Additional maintenance is recommended for specific components when the car...
Owner's Manual
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... maintenance __ 206 Air distribution, ACC _____ 72 Airbag _____ 23 Alarm _____ 38 Alarm functions _____ 41 Alarm signals _____ 38, 41 Alternator _____ 179 Alternator drive belt _____ 179, 231 Alternator rating _____ 230 Anticorrosion treatment _____ 211 Antidazzle rear-view mirror _____ 109 Ashtrays _____ 112 Audio System _____ 77 Audio System, quick guide _____ 79 Autochecking of lights on starting ____ 52 Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 67 Automatic transmission...
... maintenance __ 206 Air distribution, ACC _____ 72 Airbag _____ 23 Alarm _____ 38 Alarm functions _____ 41 Alarm signals _____ 38, 41 Alternator _____ 179 Alternator drive belt _____ 179, 231 Alternator rating _____ 230 Anticorrosion treatment _____ 211 Antidazzle rear-view mirror _____ 109 Ashtrays _____ 112 Audio System _____ 77 Audio System, quick guide _____ 79 Autochecking of lights on starting ____ 52 Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 67 Automatic transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... _____ 119 Rear-seat head restraints _____ 105 Rear-view mirror, antidazzle _____ 109 Rearview mirrors _____ 108 Reclamation _____ 213 Refuelling _____ 134 Relay panel _____ 195 Remote control _____ 32 Remote-control battery, changing ____ 35 Reporting safety defects _____ 220 Reprogramming of systems _____ 237 Reservoir, power-steering fluid _____ 176 Rev counter _____ 52 Reversing lights _____ 63 O Oil capacity, engine _____ 228 Oil change, engine _____ 172 Oil specification _____...
... _____ 119 Rear-seat head restraints _____ 105 Rear-view mirror, antidazzle _____ 109 Rearview mirrors _____ 108 Reclamation _____ 213 Refuelling _____ 134 Relay panel _____ 195 Remote control _____ 32 Remote-control battery, changing ____ 35 Reporting safety defects _____ 220 Reprogramming of systems _____ 237 Reservoir, power-steering fluid _____ 176 Rev counter _____ 52 Reversing lights _____ 63 O Oil capacity, engine _____ 228 Oil change, engine _____ 172 Oil specification _____...