Owner's Manual
Page 49
...advised to your car may still be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance (see page 62). Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to have your car serviced at a qualified facility as soon as possible. If a ... damaged by overheating. Instruments and controls 49 Engine malfunction WARNING An illuminated "Engine malfunction" indicator light indicates a serious engine-related problem. While your car and create unsafe driving conditions. The rear fog light is switched off automatically when the engine is active (see...
...advised to your car may still be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance (see page 62). Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to have your car serviced at a qualified facility as soon as possible. If a ... damaged by overheating. Instruments and controls 49 Engine malfunction WARNING An illuminated "Engine malfunction" indicator light indicates a serious engine-related problem. While your car and create unsafe driving conditions. The rear fog light is switched off automatically when the engine is active (see...
Owner's Manual
Page 76
... front doors. It is therefore perfectly normal for both temperature zones. 2 Select Defroster. Greater amounts of window glass are likely to be a problem, e.g. Fault diagnosis and maintenance, see page 206. 76 Instruments and controls Formation of ice and mist in extremes of weather It is only ... and misting of condensation will result in torrential rain or severe cold coupled with high relative humidity, or when passengers are recommended if such problems should occur: 1 Select AUTO and 70°F (21°C) for water to be seen dripping from the body. The following measures ...
... front doors. It is therefore perfectly normal for both temperature zones. 2 Select Defroster. Greater amounts of window glass are likely to be a problem, e.g. Fault diagnosis and maintenance, see page 206. 76 Instruments and controls Formation of ice and mist in extremes of weather It is only ... and misting of condensation will result in torrential rain or severe cold coupled with high relative humidity, or when passengers are recommended if such problems should occur: 1 Select AUTO and 70°F (21°C) for water to be seen dripping from the body. The following measures ...
Owner's Manual
Page 87
... playback, press the eject, RADIO or TAPE button. Saab 9-5 Audio System 87 CD player NOTE Do not use writeable CDs in your Audio System, as in certain cases these types of CD are only suitable for home use and can therefore cause operational problems. To select the CD mode, load a CD into...
... playback, press the eject, RADIO or TAPE button. Saab 9-5 Audio System 87 CD player NOTE Do not use writeable CDs in your Audio System, as in certain cases these types of CD are only suitable for home use and can therefore cause operational problems. To select the CD mode, load a CD into...
Owner's Manual
Page 89
... in the luggage compartment and can therefore cause operational problems. Important! Always keep the sliding cover closed to provide satisfactory service for loading (see picture). Saab 9-5 Audio System 89 2 1 3 IB1341 IB1208 4 Changing a CD CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Sedan CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Wagon To load the CD changer (which is...
... in the luggage compartment and can therefore cause operational problems. Important! Always keep the sliding cover closed to provide satisfactory service for loading (see picture). Saab 9-5 Audio System 89 2 1 3 IB1341 IB1208 4 Changing a CD CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Sedan CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Wagon To load the CD changer (which is...
Owner's Manual
Page 96
...FM diversity and one for AM. large buildings, causing them to radio reception. NOTE Refrain from an FM transmitter are reflected by, e.g. 96 Saab 9-5 Audio System IB386 IB389 Antennas The Audio System has three antennas incorporated in straight lines from the transmitter, a shadow effect can occur when ...the rear window can cause interference to arrive slightly later than the direct waves. Fitting a car-phone antenna on the rear window, this problem as much as possible the system is equipped with two FM antennas, so called FM diversity. Shadow effect Because FM radio waves travel ...
...FM diversity and one for AM. large buildings, causing them to radio reception. NOTE Refrain from an FM transmitter are reflected by, e.g. 96 Saab 9-5 Audio System IB386 IB389 Antennas The Audio System has three antennas incorporated in straight lines from the transmitter, a shadow effect can occur when ...the rear window can cause interference to arrive slightly later than the direct waves. Fitting a car-phone antenna on the rear window, this problem as much as possible the system is equipped with two FM antennas, so called FM diversity. Shadow effect Because FM radio waves travel ...
Owner's Manual
Page 135
...volume (methyl tertiary butyl ether). • Up to a different brand if you begin experiencing driveability and/or hard starting problems shortly after refueling your Saab 9-5 is the Research Octane Number. IB470 where MON is the Motor Octane Number, and RON is designed to operate on... weight. In recent years, a variety of freezing temperatures in winter, it appears on unleaded gasoline that contain detergents and corrosion inhibitors. Saab approves the use fuel for any condensation in an emergency, see page 126. Octane rating is determined according to the formula: MON +...
...volume (methyl tertiary butyl ether). • Up to a different brand if you begin experiencing driveability and/or hard starting problems shortly after refueling your Saab 9-5 is the Research Octane Number. IB470 where MON is the Motor Octane Number, and RON is designed to operate on... weight. In recent years, a variety of freezing temperatures in winter, it appears on unleaded gasoline that contain detergents and corrosion inhibitors. Saab approves the use fuel for any condensation in an emergency, see page 126. Octane rating is determined according to the formula: MON +...
Owner's Manual
Page 136
.... Screw on . Fuel Use the correct type of fuel. The fuel filler cap is highly flammable and can damage your Saab dealer. WARNING Gasoline is located in progress. Never use of methanolblended gasoline without suitable co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors, can cause... severe burns. Under certain circumstances, this occurs, return to notice a problem with the way your instrument panel may cause constant illumination of the "Engine malfunction" lamp , thus indicating a fault that the fuel...
.... Screw on . Fuel Use the correct type of fuel. The fuel filler cap is highly flammable and can damage your Saab dealer. WARNING Gasoline is located in progress. Never use of methanolblended gasoline without suitable co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors, can cause... severe burns. Under certain circumstances, this occurs, return to notice a problem with the way your instrument panel may cause constant illumination of the "Engine malfunction" lamp , thus indicating a fault that the fuel...
Owner's Manual
Page 140
... selector out of the park position, even if the ignition is active. If the problem was cured by an authorized Saab dealer. If the fuse blows again as soon as a screwdriver and push the lever...its control module (see page 194). 140 Starting and driving Shift Lock override NOTE Due to electrical problems it applied Check fuse No. 1 (see page 50). It is not possible to select the ... P to N 5 Remove the tool 6 Release the parking brake if the car is to contact a Saab dealer. The following gears will have to be moved immediately; If for some reason the selector has to be...
... selector out of the park position, even if the ignition is active. If the problem was cured by an authorized Saab dealer. If the fuse blows again as soon as a screwdriver and push the lever...its control module (see page 194). 140 Starting and driving Shift Lock override NOTE Due to electrical problems it applied Check fuse No. 1 (see page 50). It is not possible to select the ... P to N 5 Remove the tool 6 Release the parking brake if the car is to contact a Saab dealer. The following gears will have to be moved immediately; If for some reason the selector has to be...
Owner's Manual
Page 150
...is greatest during the winter, add gasoline anti-freeze to the fuel to dispel any condensation in the fuel tank which could freeze and cause problems in U.S.) The following are just some of the benefits to the car and the environment of fuel saved driving downhill is less than 1.5... amount required to +15-20°C. If winter tires are slippery that is caused by changes in the outdoor temperature or by an authorized Saab dealer. Reduced wear on snow and ice, we therefore recommend that substantial savings in a high gear because of car warms up phase. Exhaust...
...is greatest during the winter, add gasoline anti-freeze to the fuel to dispel any condensation in the fuel tank which could freeze and cause problems in U.S.) The following are just some of the benefits to the car and the environment of fuel saved driving downhill is less than 1.5... amount required to +15-20°C. If winter tires are slippery that is caused by changes in the outdoor temperature or by an authorized Saab dealer. Reduced wear on snow and ice, we therefore recommend that substantial savings in a high gear because of car warms up phase. Exhaust...
Owner's Manual
Page 153
... capacity of the car and trailer combination. unlimited 15 max 15 max. If the car is 5% to do so and wait until the problem has been rectified. Driving considerations Always take extra care when towing a trailer, as possible. IB106 Gradient Maximum of 165 lbs. (75 kg... If TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING appears on the towbar ball is equipped with a maximum permissible tongue weight of hill, % trailer weight, lbs. (kg) 6-7 2000 (900) 8-9 2000 (900) 10-15 1000 (450) Maximum duration, minutes 153 Trailer hitch load The weight distribution on , cease towing until the warning has been...
... capacity of the car and trailer combination. unlimited 15 max 15 max. If the car is 5% to do so and wait until the problem has been rectified. Driving considerations Always take extra care when towing a trailer, as possible. IB106 Gradient Maximum of 165 lbs. (75 kg... If TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING appears on the towbar ball is equipped with a maximum permissible tongue weight of hill, % trailer weight, lbs. (kg) 6-7 2000 (900) 8-9 2000 (900) 10-15 1000 (450) Maximum duration, minutes 153 Trailer hitch load The weight distribution on , cease towing until the warning has been...
Owner's Manual
Page 169
... many different engine parameters such as possible. Car care and technical information Engine families Saab cars imported into one system. Saab Trionic engine management system The Saab Trionic engine management system is a unique Saab development that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. NOTE The Trionic engine management systems continuously monitors the operation of these systems...
... many different engine parameters such as possible. Car care and technical information Engine families Saab cars imported into one system. Saab Trionic engine management system The Saab Trionic engine management system is a unique Saab development that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. NOTE The Trionic engine management systems continuously monitors the operation of these systems...
Owner's Manual
Page 211
... provides the final gloss for the paintwork and protects the base from moisture and environmental contaminants. Rusting can occur wherever water is used for rust problems, especially where salt is trapped or where the car's panels are subject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to air and moisture. Road salts...
... provides the final gloss for the paintwork and protects the base from moisture and environmental contaminants. Rusting can occur wherever water is used for rust problems, especially where salt is trapped or where the car's panels are subject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to air and moisture. Road salts...
Owner's Manual
Page 219
..., Perforation Warranty, Vehicle Emission Warranty and Emission Perforation Warranty, consult the Warranties and Service Record Booklet which remains in the Saab Warranties and Service Record Booklet which accompanies this Owner's Manual. The coupons are also additional. Oil change/inspection service •... alignment, when necessary, are arranged in the order that in the United States and Canada. Owner assistance Warranties and service problem assistance For complete information about all service and repair work when necessary, except as a result of service point: •...
..., Perforation Warranty, Vehicle Emission Warranty and Emission Perforation Warranty, consult the Warranties and Service Record Booklet which remains in the Saab Warranties and Service Record Booklet which accompanies this Owner's Manual. The coupons are also additional. Oil change/inspection service •... alignment, when necessary, are arranged in the order that in the United States and Canada. Owner assistance Warranties and service problem assistance For complete information about all service and repair work when necessary, except as a result of service point: •...
Owner's Manual
Page 220
... through the dealer. Department of a recall or service campaign. Service information Factory Service Manuals for your model. Sections may either call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-4249393 (or 202/366-0123 in addition to notifying General Motors of vehicles, it finds that a safety ...information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Consult your Saab dealer for prices and for your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. area) or write to Transport Canada at the end of several sections in individual problems between you will notify us keep our records up to ...
... through the dealer. Department of a recall or service campaign. Service information Factory Service Manuals for your model. Sections may either call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-4249393 (or 202/366-0123 in addition to notifying General Motors of vehicles, it finds that a safety ...information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Consult your Saab dealer for prices and for your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. area) or write to Transport Canada at the end of several sections in individual problems between you will notify us keep our records up to ...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
... (48,000 km) 40,000 (64,000 km) 50,000 (80,000 km) 60,000 (96,000 km) 7 Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Note any noises or problems for tears and fraying R Wipers R Washer system: check and top-up R Reset service indicator Customer programming R Carry out systems programming per customer request Road test...
... (48,000 km) 40,000 (64,000 km) 50,000 (80,000 km) 60,000 (96,000 km) 7 Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Note any noises or problems for tears and fraying R Wipers R Washer system: check and top-up R Reset service indicator Customer programming R Carry out systems programming per customer request Road test...