Owner's Manual
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... working on general maintenance and service for warranty coverage. Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle must NEVER be done by yourself, you are shown in the " Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet". Attempting to do so will result in transmission damage and in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may be hazardous if - Remember that all work be performed on your maintenance schedule, read the separate "Saab Warranty and Service...
... working on general maintenance and service for warranty coverage. Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle must NEVER be done by yourself, you are shown in the " Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet". Attempting to do so will result in transmission damage and in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may be hazardous if - Remember that all work be performed on your maintenance schedule, read the separate "Saab Warranty and Service...
Owner's Manual
Page 329
... engine running and remain hot for example, battery acid. ! If something does get under pressure, replacement of the SRS airbag system or seatbelt pretensioner system, or attempt to prevent the vehicle from the ignition switch. The wiring and connectors of these wiring. This will cause a fire. ! Engine parts become very hot when the engine is stopped. 11-4 Your vehicle should be serviced by a jack. Do not spill engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid...
... engine running and remain hot for example, battery acid. ! If something does get under pressure, replacement of the SRS airbag system or seatbelt pretensioner system, or attempt to prevent the vehicle from the ignition switch. The wiring and connectors of these wiring. This will cause a fire. ! Engine parts become very hot when the engine is stopped. 11-4 Your vehicle should be serviced by a jack. Do not spill engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid...
Owner's Manual
Page 333
... Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview " 2.5-liter non-turbo models 1 2 3 4 5 6 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 UGB090BB 12) 13) Air cleaner element (page 1122) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-32) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 1138) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-30) Brake fluid reservoir (page 1137) Fuse box (page 11-62) Battery (page 11-60) Windshield washer tank (page 11-52) Engine oil...
... Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview " 2.5-liter non-turbo models 1 2 3 4 5 6 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 UGB090BB 12) 13) Air cleaner element (page 1122) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-32) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 1138) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-30) Brake fluid reservoir (page 1137) Fuse box (page 11-62) Battery (page 11-60) Windshield washer tank (page 11-52) Engine oil...
Owner's Manual
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... service " 2.0-liter turbo models 1 2 3 4 5 6 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 7 13 12 11 10 9 8 UGB091BB 11) 12) 13) Air cleaner element (page 1122) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-32) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 1138) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-30) Brake fluid reservoir (page 1137) Fuse box (page 11-62) Battery (page 11-60) Windshield washer tank (page 11-52) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-10) Engine coolant...
... service " 2.0-liter turbo models 1 2 3 4 5 6 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 7 13 12 11 10 9 8 UGB091BB 11) 12) 13) Air cleaner element (page 1122) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-32) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 1138) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-30) Brake fluid reservoir (page 1137) Fuse box (page 11-62) Battery (page 11-60) Windshield washer tank (page 11-52) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-10) Engine coolant...
Owner's Manual
Page 336
... minutes for about 10 minutes to ease draining the engine oil. 2. This is caused by letting the engine idle for the oil to the maintenance schedule in the "Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet". Do not touch the exhaust manifold or turbocharger. Remove the oil filler cap. 2.0-liter turbo models UGB105BA 11 - CONTINUED - 11-11 Park the vehicle on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when...
... minutes for about 10 minutes to ease draining the engine oil. 2. This is caused by letting the engine idle for the oil to the maintenance schedule in the "Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet". Do not touch the exhaust manifold or turbocharger. Remove the oil filler cap. 2.0-liter turbo models UGB105BA 11 - CONTINUED - 11-11 Park the vehicle on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when...
Owner's Manual
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... drain plug. 14.Run the engine until it reaches the normal operating temperature. Clean the rubber seal seating area of the bottom of engine oil to twist or damage the seal. 10.Tighten the oil filter by hand turning. 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service Never over tighten the oil filter because that can result in an oil leak. 11.Reinstall under cover (for your Saab dealer...
... drain plug. 14.Run the engine until it reaches the normal operating temperature. Clean the rubber seal seating area of the bottom of engine oil to twist or damage the seal. 10.Tighten the oil filter by hand turning. 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service Never over tighten the oil filter because that can result in an oil leak. 11.Reinstall under cover (for your Saab dealer...
Owner's Manual
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... the cap is removed. Since the coolant is under severe driving conditions If the vehicle is used in desert areas, in areas with very high temperatures, or used for conventional engine oil. The cooling system has been filled at the factory with the following grade and viscosities is recommended. When using synthetic oil, you may result in corrosion in the maintenance schedule...
... the cap is removed. Since the coolant is under severe driving conditions If the vehicle is used in desert areas, in areas with very high temperatures, or used for conventional engine oil. The cooling system has been filled at the factory with the following grade and viscosities is recommended. When using synthetic oil, you may result in corrosion in the maintenance schedule...
Owner's Manual
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... at each fuel stop. 1. If frequent addition of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. The alcohol contained in the engine cooling system. " Engine coolant ! Checking the coolant level " Cooling fan, hose and connections Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is close to or lower than the "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. If the level is thermostatically controlled to the...
... at each fuel stop. 1. If frequent addition of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. The alcohol contained in the engine cooling system. " Engine coolant ! Checking the coolant level " Cooling fan, hose and connections Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is close to or lower than the "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. If the level is thermostatically controlled to the...
Owner's Manual
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... fluid level when the fluid is hot 1. Checking the fluid level when the fluid is at idling speed. Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of the transmission fluid up the fluid on a level surface and set the parking brake. 3. First shift the selector lever in the "P" position, and run the engine at operating temperature. ! Drive the vehicle several miles to fluid temperature. Non-turbo model 1) Yellow handle...
... fluid level when the fluid is hot 1. Checking the fluid level when the fluid is at idling speed. Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of the transmission fluid up the fluid on a level surface and set the parking brake. 3. First shift the selector lever in the "P" position, and run the engine at operating temperature. ! Drive the vehicle several miles to fluid temperature. Non-turbo model 1) Yellow handle...
Owner's Manual
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... no. Power steering fluid " Checking the fluid level " Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its temperature rises; Never use different brands together. Therefore, the reservoir tank has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your Saab dealer. the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. 26 December 2003 Maintenance and service may...
... no. Power steering fluid " Checking the fluid level " Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its temperature rises; Never use different brands together. Therefore, the reservoir tank has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your Saab dealer. the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. 26 December 2003 Maintenance and service may...
Owner's Manual
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... December 2003 Maintenance and service ! Never use different brands of clutch fluid together. ! When clutch fluid is added, be a leak. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the engine and keep the pedal depressed for about one minute then turn it checked by your Saab dealer. ! Brake booster operates properly if the pedal stroke decreases with each time. Start the engine again and run for 30 seconds...
... December 2003 Maintenance and service ! Never use different brands of clutch fluid together. ! When clutch fluid is added, be a leak. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the engine and keep the pedal depressed for about one minute then turn it checked by your Saab dealer. ! Brake booster operates properly if the pedal stroke decreases with each time. Start the engine again and run for 30 seconds...
Owner's Manual
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... that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth. 2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to the maintenance schedule in (4.0 -13.0 mm) 1 HSB049BB Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your Saab dealer. 11 - CONTINUED - 11-41 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service Clutch pedal (MT vehicles) Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to check that the engine and transmission smoothly...
... that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth. 2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to the maintenance schedule in (4.0 -13.0 mm) 1 HSB049BB Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your Saab dealer. 11 - CONTINUED - 11-41 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service Clutch pedal (MT vehicles) Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to check that the engine and transmission smoothly...
Owner's Manual
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Drive the vehicle for about 44 lbs [196 N, 20 kg]). If the parking brake stroke is out of the specified range, adjust it by pulling the lever up slowly and gently. Repeat this , be selected for the parking brake to the maintenance schedule in the "Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet". Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to eight notches...
Drive the vehicle for about 44 lbs [196 N, 20 kg]). If the parking brake stroke is out of the specified range, adjust it by pulling the lever up slowly and gently. Repeat this , be selected for the parking brake to the maintenance schedule in the "Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet". Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to eight notches...
Owner's Manual
Page 369
... replace all four tires. 11-44 ! However all season tires do not perform as well as possible. Contact your vehicle on snow-covered and icy roads. When the wheels and tires strike curbs or are summer tires). ! Also, make sure the tires are inadequate for abnormal wear. Summer tires are not pressed against the curb when you find any problem. 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels...
... replace all four tires. 11-44 ! However all season tires do not perform as well as possible. Contact your vehicle on snow-covered and icy roads. When the wheels and tires strike curbs or are summer tires). ! Also, make sure the tires are inadequate for abnormal wear. Summer tires are not pressed against the curb when you find any problem. 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels...
Owner's Manual
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... a fuel stop) and before driving the vehicle. Doing so will result in a straight line, one mile (1.6 km). 11 UGB510BA Do not let air out of the tires and/or wheels may be damaged. The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least once a month (for good running performance. Drive slowly to steer the vehicle in low tire pressure. - " Tire pressures and wear Maintaining the correct tire pressures...
... a fuel stop) and before driving the vehicle. Doing so will result in a straight line, one mile (1.6 km). 11 UGB510BA Do not let air out of the tires and/or wheels may be damaged. The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least once a month (for good running performance. Drive slowly to steer the vehicle in low tire pressure. - " Tire pressures and wear Maintaining the correct tire pressures...
Owner's Manual
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.... NOTE Loss of the tires. CONTINUED - 11 Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can also cause steering and suspension system problems and abnormal tire wear. A sharp increase in center) ly and to deform severe- 11-47 26 December 2003 Maintenance and service ! If the tire label shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded and for optimum straight-line stability and cornering performance. -
.... NOTE Loss of the tires. CONTINUED - 11 Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can also cause steering and suspension system problems and abnormal tire wear. A sharp increase in center) ly and to deform severe- 11-47 26 December 2003 Maintenance and service ! If the tire label shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded and for optimum straight-line stability and cornering performance. -
Owner's Manual
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... of the vehicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the left hand side of running performance, ride comfort, and service life. After tire rotation, adjust the tire pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are optimally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,500 km). Using tires of the vehicle.) Replace any nut...
... of the vehicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the left hand side of running performance, ride comfort, and service life. After tire rotation, adjust the tire pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are optimally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,500 km). Using tires of the vehicle.) Replace any nut...
Owner's Manual
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models) 9) High mount stop light 10) Rear turn signal Parking light Front fog light 12V-5W 12V-8W 12V-8W 12V-21W 12V-5W 12V-57W 12V-1.3W 12V-21W (Amber) 12V-5W 12V-5W 12V-16W 12V-5W Bulb No. D2R H1 9005 (HB3) W5W - - To avoid the risk of an electric shock and resulting serious injury, you should you attempt to replace the...
models) 9) High mount stop light 10) Rear turn signal Parking light Front fog light 12V-5W 12V-8W 12V-8W 12V-21W 12V-5W 12V-57W 12V-1.3W 12V-21W (Amber) 12V-5W 12V-5W 12V-16W 12V-5W Bulb No. D2R H1 9005 (HB3) W5W - - To avoid the risk of an electric shock and resulting serious injury, you should you attempt to replace the...
Owner's Manual
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... Non-turbo model 1) Air intake duct NOTE ! It may be difficult to check whether your vehicle is required, consult your Saab dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. 11-68 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service " Halogen headlight bulbs (U.S./CAmodels equipped with HID headlights. Ask your Saab dealer to replace the bulbs. If headlight aiming is equipped with HID low beam bulbs) ! Right hand low beam light bulb 1 Halogen headlight bulbs become very...
... Non-turbo model 1) Air intake duct NOTE ! It may be difficult to check whether your vehicle is required, consult your Saab dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. 11-68 18 February 2004 Maintenance and service " Halogen headlight bulbs (U.S./CAmodels equipped with HID headlights. Ask your Saab dealer to replace the bulbs. If headlight aiming is equipped with HID low beam bulbs) ! Right hand low beam light bulb 1 Halogen headlight bulbs become very...
Owner's Manual
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... may be temporarily used. Engine oil capacity 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) Cold tire pressure Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front Rear Temporary spare tire Size Pressure NOTE: Adjust the tire pressure to 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2) when driving the vehicle with the words "ENERGY CONSERVING" and the New API certification mark (starburst mark) displayed on the container. Gas station reference Fuel • 2.5-liter non-turbo models (Linear) Use only unleaded...
... may be temporarily used. Engine oil capacity 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) Cold tire pressure Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front Rear Temporary spare tire Size Pressure NOTE: Adjust the tire pressure to 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2) when driving the vehicle with the words "ENERGY CONSERVING" and the New API certification mark (starburst mark) displayed on the container. Gas station reference Fuel • 2.5-liter non-turbo models (Linear) Use only unleaded...
