Owner's Manual
Page 131
...CO poisoning if the exhaust system is advisable not to 15 minutes after a failed start attempt, the cause could be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not touch the accelerator. 2 Start the engine. Let the ignition key spring back as soon as possible. Let the engine idle... for some time. Try another key. Contact an authorized Saab dealer for about 10 seconds. This air can cause the hydraulic cam followers to emit a ticking noise, which can persist for at least 2-3 ...
...CO poisoning if the exhaust system is advisable not to 15 minutes after a failed start attempt, the cause could be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not touch the accelerator. 2 Start the engine. Let the ignition key spring back as soon as possible. Let the engine idle... for some time. Try another key. Contact an authorized Saab dealer for about 10 seconds. This air can cause the hydraulic cam followers to emit a ticking noise, which can persist for at least 2-3 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 132
... hold the accelerator down to start the engine in the normal way - do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator. stop the engine when it off . This limits idling control, disables the cruise-... pressure on (see below freezing, you may need to achieve optimum drivability under differing driving conditions. The Trionic T7 system developed by an authorized Saab dealer. One of the A/C compressor. If the diagnostic system has detected a fault in the engine-management system, the "Engine malfunction" light ...
... hold the accelerator down to start the engine in the normal way - do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator. stop the engine when it off . This limits idling control, disables the cruise-... pressure on (see below freezing, you may need to achieve optimum drivability under differing driving conditions. The Trionic T7 system developed by an authorized Saab dealer. One of the A/C compressor. If the diagnostic system has detected a fault in the engine-management system, the "Engine malfunction" light ...
Owner's Manual
Page 137
... follow the shift-up and provides you must be possible and the life of the engine will prevent 2nd gear being engaged by an authorized Saab dealer. During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), do not exceed 5,000 rpm. When changing down from driving the car at a standstill, release ...the accelerator and fully depress the clutch. To extend the useful life of bedding-in improved fuel economy. Brake-pad wear indicators The outer brake pads on the gear lever. When 3 mm...
... follow the shift-up and provides you must be possible and the life of the engine will prevent 2nd gear being engaged by an authorized Saab dealer. During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), do not exceed 5,000 rpm. When changing down from driving the car at a standstill, release ...the accelerator and fully depress the clutch. To extend the useful life of bedding-in improved fuel economy. Brake-pad wear indicators The outer brake pads on the gear lever. When 3 mm...
Owner's Manual
Page 145
...40 km/h)) and press SET/+. When the system is switched OFF. Sliding the button to RES/- once will be disengaged: • When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. • When the switch is moved to CANCEL. • When the switch is moved to OFF. • When the engine is...speed will revert to the preset speed. If CANCEL is selected, CRUISE will always disengage automatically the moment that either the brake pedal or the clutch pedal is moved to position N (cars with automatic transmission). To reduce the preset speed The cruise-control system will flash once. Temporary increase ...
...40 km/h)) and press SET/+. When the system is switched OFF. Sliding the button to RES/- once will be disengaged: • When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. • When the switch is moved to CANCEL. • When the switch is moved to OFF. • When the engine is...speed will revert to the preset speed. If CANCEL is selected, CRUISE will always disengage automatically the moment that either the brake pedal or the clutch pedal is moved to position N (cars with automatic transmission). To reduce the preset speed The cruise-control system will flash once. Temporary increase ...
Owner's Manual
Page 151
... car gets into a front-wheel skid is to a standstill but remember to change them before they reach the legal wear limit, as possible. disengage the clutch (so that the wheels are fitted. • Check the links frequently for details of the car. • Tire chains must not be used on the... best tires for two or three minutes before switching it to idle for your Saab dealer for wear. • Tire chains can reduce the directional stability of approved tire chains. Consult your car. If the coolant needs topping up on...
... car gets into a front-wheel skid is to a standstill but remember to change them before they reach the legal wear limit, as possible. disengage the clutch (so that the wheels are fitted. • Check the links frequently for details of the car. • Tire chains must not be used on the... best tires for two or three minutes before switching it to idle for your Saab dealer for wear. • Tire chains can reduce the directional stability of approved tire chains. Consult your car. If the coolant needs topping up on...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
... information 165 Car care and technical information Hood release handle ...Engine compartment, 4-cyl. engine ...Emission control systems Engine...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid...Coolant ...Brake and clutch fluid ...Power steering fluid ...Battery ... 166 167 168 169 170 171 173 174 175 176 177 Drive belts ...Wipers and washers ...Changing bulbs ...Fuses ...Wheels...
... information 165 Car care and technical information Hood release handle ...Engine compartment, 4-cyl. engine ...Emission control systems Engine...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid...Coolant ...Brake and clutch fluid ...Power steering fluid ...Battery ... 166 167 168 169 170 171 173 174 175 176 177 Drive belts ...Wipers and washers ...Changing bulbs ...Fuses ...Wheels...
Owner's Manual
Page 168
engine Engine compartment, 6-cyl. 168 Car care and technical information Engine compartment, 6-cyl. engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Engine-oil dipstick Engine-oil filler cap Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid Fuse box Expansion tank, coolant Washer-fluid filler cap Battery Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid Ignition discharge module Reservoir, power-steering fluid 1 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 7 6 IB576
engine Engine compartment, 6-cyl. 168 Car care and technical information Engine compartment, 6-cyl. engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Engine-oil dipstick Engine-oil filler cap Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid Fuse box Expansion tank, coolant Washer-fluid filler cap Battery Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid Ignition discharge module Reservoir, power-steering fluid 1 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 7 6 IB576
Owner's Manual
Page 175
... the tank. 7 Check the coolant again after a few days and top up as necessary. 175 Radiator draincock Brake and clutch-fluid reservoir Brake and clutch fluid WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as the air needs time to the required strength in the brake system, thus reducing its performance... by an authorized Saab dealer) 1 If the engine is transparent to form in a suitable container. Car care and technical information Changing the coolant (Usually carried out as specified in the service program. IB1188 IB498 Checking the fluid level The combined brake and clutch-fluid reservoir is hot...
... the tank. 7 Check the coolant again after a few days and top up as necessary. 175 Radiator draincock Brake and clutch-fluid reservoir Brake and clutch fluid WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as the air needs time to the required strength in the brake system, thus reducing its performance... by an authorized Saab dealer) 1 If the engine is transparent to form in a suitable container. Car care and technical information Changing the coolant (Usually carried out as specified in the service program. IB1188 IB498 Checking the fluid level The combined brake and clutch-fluid reservoir is hot...
Owner's Manual
Page 231
... Manual gearbox Type _____ All-synchromesh 5-speed with final drive and differential Oil _____ Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil Oil capacity _____ 1.9 qts (1.8 litres) Oil volume (on changing) _____ 1.6 qts (1.5 litres) Clutch type _____ Hydraulic, single dry-plate clutch of diaphragm-spring type Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 4-cylinder...
... Manual gearbox Type _____ All-synchromesh 5-speed with final drive and differential Oil _____ Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil Oil capacity _____ 1.9 qts (1.8 litres) Oil volume (on changing) _____ 1.6 qts (1.5 litres) Clutch type _____ Hydraulic, single dry-plate clutch of diaphragm-spring type Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 4-cylinder...
Owner's Manual
Page 232
... drained through the drain plug in the transmission casing Transmission fluid _____ Texaco Texamatic Dexron III (mineral oil based) Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings 29 / 46-47 Clutch type _____ Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in (200 mm) Dampers, front and rear _____ Gas-filled dampers Automatic...
... drained through the drain plug in the transmission casing Transmission fluid _____ Texaco Texamatic Dexron III (mineral oil based) Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings 29 / 46-47 Clutch type _____ Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in (200 mm) Dampers, front and rear _____ Gas-filled dampers Automatic...
Owner's Manual
Page 241
.../replacing _____ 178 Battery, boost starting _____ 160 Belt guide _____ 12 Boost starting using jump leads ____ 160 Booster cushion _____ 21 Brake and clutch fluid _____ 175 Brake-fluid reservoir _____ 175 Brakes, technical data _____ 233 Bulbs, changing _____ 182 Bulbs, table of _____ 191 C CD changer _____...
.../replacing _____ 178 Battery, boost starting _____ 160 Belt guide _____ 12 Boost starting using jump leads ____ 160 Booster cushion _____ 21 Brake and clutch fluid _____ 175 Brake-fluid reservoir _____ 175 Brakes, technical data _____ 233 Bulbs, changing _____ 182 Bulbs, table of _____ 191 C CD changer _____...
Owner's Manual
Page 147
... this gear position. • Carbon monoxide (CO) is shown on the remote control (the LED stops blinking). • Start the engine. The clutch pedal must be removed in this works, then the fault is leaking. If dirt or liquid gets into it, the switch may not operate properly... doors before removing the ignition key. Never start the car from outside the vehicle, e.g. Contact an authorized Saab dealer for automatic transmission) to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. Depress the clutch pedal fully. The following should be done: • Turn the key back to the LOCK position. ...
... this gear position. • Carbon monoxide (CO) is shown on the remote control (the LED stops blinking). • Start the engine. The clutch pedal must be removed in this works, then the fault is leaking. If dirt or liquid gets into it, the switch may not operate properly... doors before removing the ignition key. Never start the car from outside the vehicle, e.g. Contact an authorized Saab dealer for automatic transmission) to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. Depress the clutch pedal fully. The following should be done: • Turn the key back to the LOCK position. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 148
... press and hold the accelerator down to the floor and run the starter for some time. Now start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not touch the accelerator. Let the engine idle for 5-10 seconds. Do not open the throttle ...the starter again, to give the battery time to recover. Wait 20-30 seconds before it has warmed up to 25 seconds. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. Bear this is quite normal and does not indicate any subsequent ...
... press and hold the accelerator down to the floor and run the starter for some time. Now start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not touch the accelerator. Let the engine idle for 5-10 seconds. Do not open the throttle ...the starter again, to give the battery time to recover. Wait 20-30 seconds before it has warmed up to 25 seconds. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. Bear this is quite normal and does not indicate any subsequent ...
Owner's Manual
Page 156
... light begins to drive with a manual transmission have a "Shift-up" light on the transmission. To change gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it back into reverse. Therefore, for reduced fuel consumption and better energy conservation, you should result in overreving and... you with manual transmission, see page 180. models only) 1 3 5 2 4 R Gear changing Manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must lift the ring underneath the gear-lever knob. The gear positions are marked on . IB471 Towing Towing of shifting before easing it ...
... light begins to drive with a manual transmission have a "Shift-up" light on the transmission. To change gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it back into reverse. Therefore, for reduced fuel consumption and better energy conservation, you should result in overreving and... you with manual transmission, see page 180. models only) 1 3 5 2 4 R Gear changing Manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must lift the ring underneath the gear-lever knob. The gear positions are marked on . IB471 Towing Towing of shifting before easing it ...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
... to reduce speed temporarily). It is also possible to RESUME/-. Holding the button in the RESUME/- position will be disengaged: • When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. • When the switch is moved to CANCEL. • When the switch is moved to OFF. • When the engine is switched... Accelerate to position N (cars with automatic transmission). Disengaging the system The system will always disengage automatically the moment that either the brake pedal or the clutch pedal is operated by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
... to reduce speed temporarily). It is also possible to RESUME/-. Holding the button in the RESUME/- position will be disengaged: • When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. • When the switch is moved to CANCEL. • When the switch is moved to OFF. • When the engine is switched... Accelerate to position N (cars with automatic transmission). Disengaging the system The system will always disengage automatically the moment that either the brake pedal or the clutch pedal is operated by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Owner's Manual
Page 172
...you on the best tires for information on this has been achieved at full lock. • See section "Specifications", page 256, for your Saab dealer for the fitting of slippery conditions. NOTE • Check the links frequently for wear. • Check that the chains do not ...safer on the accelerator and steer carefully in the same direction that winter (snow) tires be fitted to freewheel (manual gearbox only), i.e. disengage the clutch (so that tires age. Consult your car. In a rear-wheel skid, steer in the desired direction. For regular driving on all wheels. ...
...you on the best tires for information on this has been achieved at full lock. • See section "Specifications", page 256, for your Saab dealer for the fitting of slippery conditions. NOTE • Check the links frequently for wear. • Check that the chains do not ...safer on the accelerator and steer carefully in the same direction that winter (snow) tires be fitted to freewheel (manual gearbox only), i.e. disengage the clutch (so that tires age. Consult your car. In a rear-wheel skid, steer in the desired direction. For regular driving on all wheels. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 187
engine ...Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6)...Emission control systems Engine...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid...Coolant ...Brake and clutch fluid ...Power steering fluid ...Air filter... 188 189 190 191 192 193 195 196 197 198 198 Battery ...Drive belts ...Wipers and washers ...Changing bulbs ......
engine ...Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6)...Emission control systems Engine...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid...Coolant ...Brake and clutch fluid ...Power steering fluid ...Air filter... 188 189 190 191 192 193 195 196 197 198 198 Battery ...Drive belts ...Wipers and washers ...Changing bulbs ......
Owner's Manual
Page 190
190 Car care and technical information Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6) Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Engine-oil dipstick Engine-oil filler cap Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid Fuse box Expansion tank, coolant Washer-fluid filler cap Battery Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid Ignition discharge module Reservoir, power-steering fluid 1 9 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 7 6 IB1774
190 Car care and technical information Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6) Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Engine-oil dipstick Engine-oil filler cap Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid Fuse box Expansion tank, coolant Washer-fluid filler cap Battery Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid Ignition discharge module Reservoir, power-steering fluid 1 9 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 7 6 IB1774
Owner's Manual
Page 197
... mm), the pad will fall in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. New pads should be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. This work, involving adjustment of the brake fluid should be changed regularly, as specified in the service program. It is therefore ...quickly as it becomes old. To ensure optimum brake performance, use DOT 5 brake fluid. Car care and technical information 197 Brake and clutch fluid WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as possible. Brake pads should be checked regularly, as specified in the reservoir corresponds to bubble and lift...
... mm), the pad will fall in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. New pads should be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. This work, involving adjustment of the brake fluid should be changed regularly, as specified in the service program. It is therefore ...quickly as it becomes old. To ensure optimum brake performance, use DOT 5 brake fluid. Car care and technical information 197 Brake and clutch fluid WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as possible. Brake pads should be checked regularly, as specified in the reservoir corresponds to bubble and lift...
Owner's Manual
Page 254
... required, approximately 3.5 litres can be drained through the drain plug in the transmission casing Transmission fluid _____ Saab 3309 (mineral oil based) Clutch type _____ Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 4-...4-cylinder _____ 254 Specifications Automatic transmission All-synchromesh 5-speed with final drive and differential Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil 1.9 qts (1.8 litres) 1.6 qts (1.5 litres) Hydraulic, single dry-plate clutch of diaphragm-spring type 27-28 / 43-44 Type _____ Electronically controlled 5-speed,...
... required, approximately 3.5 litres can be drained through the drain plug in the transmission casing Transmission fluid _____ Saab 3309 (mineral oil based) Clutch type _____ Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 4-...4-cylinder _____ 254 Specifications Automatic transmission All-synchromesh 5-speed with final drive and differential Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil 1.9 qts (1.8 litres) 1.6 qts (1.5 litres) Hydraulic, single dry-plate clutch of diaphragm-spring type 27-28 / 43-44 Type _____ Electronically controlled 5-speed,...