Owner's Manual
Page 14
... • legroom • backrest rake angle • lumbar support (driver´s seat) • head-restraint height We recommend that adjustments to the driver's seat be performed in the following order: 1 height 2 legroom 3 seat tilt angle 4 backrest rake angle Lastly, adjust the steering wheel (see page 106). WARNING Never adjust the driver...
... • legroom • backrest rake angle • lumbar support (driver´s seat) • head-restraint height We recommend that adjustments to the driver's seat be performed in the following order: 1 height 2 legroom 3 seat tilt angle 4 backrest rake angle Lastly, adjust the steering wheel (see page 106). WARNING Never adjust the driver...
Owner's Manual
Page 57
...brake smoothly, engage neutral, stop in the airbag system. The car should go out after you start your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer to be driven with care and with the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised ...cause the catalytic converter to prevent more of the following conditions may not be driven with somewhat diminished performance (see page 64). It should be checked immediately at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. While your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays...
...brake smoothly, engage neutral, stop in the airbag system. The car should go out after you start your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer to be driven with care and with the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised ...cause the catalytic converter to prevent more of the following conditions may not be driven with somewhat diminished performance (see page 64). It should be checked immediately at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. While your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays...
Owner's Manual
Page 66
..., a chime will sound, INFO DISPL will illuminate on the display. Set the desired arrival time. When a CHECK message is generated while the car is being performed. Programmed values for Dist, Alarm and Speed W will appear on again. Calculating the requisite average speed: Press to select Arriv. If values are set during...
..., a chime will sound, INFO DISPL will illuminate on the display. Set the desired arrival time. When a CHECK message is generated while the car is being performed. Programmed values for Dist, Alarm and Speed W will appear on again. Calculating the requisite average speed: Press to select Arriv. If values are set during...
Owner's Manual
Page 93
... are longer than 15 seconds will initiate the fast-forward function. When the Blank-skip function is found, or until you press or (mid-segment). Saab 9-5 Audio System Music search forward/reverse (5) To search forward for a track, press and release quickly (within half a second). Press and hold to start fastforward to... of the tape. Pressing and holding the button during a search will automatically be skipped. Fast rewind ( A forward search will now appear on the display: To perform a backward search, press instead.
... are longer than 15 seconds will initiate the fast-forward function. When the Blank-skip function is found, or until you press or (mid-segment). Saab 9-5 Audio System Music search forward/reverse (5) To search forward for a track, press and release quickly (within half a second). Press and hold to start fastforward to... of the tape. Pressing and holding the button during a search will automatically be skipped. Fast rewind ( A forward search will now appear on the display: To perform a backward search, press instead.
Owner's Manual
Page 114
... globe. The zone number setting now is selected, release the button and wait 4 seconds. The compass displays the car's direction of the mirror and is performed automatically during travel : N, NE, E, etc.
... globe. The zone number setting now is selected, release the button and wait 4 seconds. The compass displays the car's direction of the mirror and is performed automatically during travel : N, NE, E, etc.
Owner's Manual
Page 138
...the wastegate is functioning and is perfectly safe for the engine. For optimum performance, use of knocking are more likely to occur with low-octane fuel. This controlled form of knocking, followed by Saab is being driven at a rate equivalent to achieve optimum drivability under a heavy...in the tank. • Isolated instances of fuel with the car on the grade of fuel in the Saab 9-5 is that the engine can cause serious engine damage. However, engine performance will depend on a rolling road or dynamometer, longer than for different load conditions. 1 Starting and driving ...
...the wastegate is functioning and is perfectly safe for the engine. For optimum performance, use of knocking are more likely to occur with low-octane fuel. This controlled form of knocking, followed by Saab is being driven at a rate equivalent to achieve optimum drivability under a heavy...in the tank. • Isolated instances of fuel with the car on the grade of fuel in the Saab 9-5 is that the engine can cause serious engine damage. However, engine performance will depend on a rolling road or dynamometer, longer than for different load conditions. 1 Starting and driving ...
Owner's Manual
Page 139
...Never drive off the engine and get into the fuel system. Leaded gasoline is an emission-control device incorporated in accordance with an authorized Saab dealer for up to normal temperature, the If it is already up to five minutes to give it runs on all cylinders. NOTICE If...insert, the cells of which have started using jumper cables to a donor 137 1 2 3 engine must be alert to any loss of power or performance. Stop jump-starting if the engine fails to start (in the catalytic converter and associated components being damaged, and could therefore start the car when...
...Never drive off the engine and get into the fuel system. Leaded gasoline is an emission-control device incorporated in accordance with an authorized Saab dealer for up to normal temperature, the If it is already up to five minutes to give it runs on all cylinders. NOTICE If...insert, the cells of which have started using jumper cables to a donor 137 1 2 3 engine must be alert to any loss of power or performance. Stop jump-starting if the engine fails to start (in the catalytic converter and associated components being damaged, and could therefore start the car when...
Owner's Manual
Page 142
... not available in contact with a posted octane of your vehicle damaged if this occurs. If this fuel is certified to meet California specifications. For optimum performance Saab recommends: • 2.3t 185 hp (Linear) - AON 90. • 2.3T 220 hp (Arc) and 2.3 Turbo 250 hp (Aero) - AON ...unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. See Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) on and your authorized Saab dealer for best performance. Contact should be slightly reduced. To help avoid injury to your vehicle may get a heavy knocking noise when you accelerate or...
... not available in contact with a posted octane of your vehicle damaged if this occurs. If this fuel is certified to meet California specifications. For optimum performance Saab recommends: • 2.3t 185 hp (Linear) - AON 90. • 2.3T 220 hp (Arc) and 2.3 Turbo 250 hp (Aero) - AON ...unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. See Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) on and your authorized Saab dealer for best performance. Contact should be slightly reduced. To help avoid injury to your vehicle may get a heavy knocking noise when you accelerate or...
Owner's Manual
Page 143
... or valves, try a different brand of improper fuel would not be affected. Fuels containing MMT can corrode metal parts in your authorized Saab dealer for fuel that are not reformulated for low emissions may be driving. If this occurs, return to your fuel system and also ..., particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of additive required to clean air. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that are ...
... or valves, try a different brand of improper fuel would not be affected. Fuels containing MMT can corrode metal parts in your authorized Saab dealer for fuel that are not reformulated for low emissions may be driving. If this occurs, return to your fuel system and also ..., particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of additive required to clean air. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that are ...
Owner's Manual
Page 146
... up later than in the transmission. NOTICE After selecting a drive position, pause briefly to allow the gear to engage (the car starts to provide higher performance. 144 Starting and driving Sport mode When the Sport mode is selected, the throttle angle is altered to provide more power at idling speed when...
... up later than in the transmission. NOTICE After selecting a drive position, pause briefly to allow the gear to engage (the car starts to provide higher performance. 144 Starting and driving Sport mode When the Sport mode is selected, the throttle angle is altered to provide more power at idling speed when...
Owner's Manual
Page 150
... is judged too high by the system, the selected gear position will shift up a gear if the engine is above roughly 2,000 rpm. For optimum performance, gear changes should select a low gear to the M position. To avoid damaging the engine and transmission, the transmission will be activated in 2nd or 3rd...
... is judged too high by the system, the selected gear position will shift up a gear if the engine is above roughly 2,000 rpm. For optimum performance, gear changes should select a low gear to the M position. To avoid damaging the engine and transmission, the transmission will be activated in 2nd or 3rd...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
...The cruise control system will always disengage automatically the moment that you can help to prolong the life of the brakes by an authorized Saab dealer. Brake pad wear indicators The outboard brake pads on the front wheels incorporate pad-wear indicators. It is depressed. When driving fast...of the engine. New pads should only be replaced by thinking ahead and braking harder for more moderately over long stretches. To ensure optimum brake performance, it is down to 3 mm, the pad will produce a screeching, squealing or scraping noise when the brakes are applied. when negotiating ...
...The cruise control system will always disengage automatically the moment that you can help to prolong the life of the brakes by an authorized Saab dealer. Brake pad wear indicators The outboard brake pads on the front wheels incorporate pad-wear indicators. It is depressed. When driving fast...of the engine. New pads should only be replaced by thinking ahead and braking harder for more moderately over long stretches. To ensure optimum brake performance, it is down to 3 mm, the pad will produce a screeching, squealing or scraping noise when the brakes are applied. when negotiating ...
Owner's Manual
Page 155
... four times the normal pedal force required. when the car is being towed) is prudent to try your brakes from time to achieve optimum braking performance irrespective of directional stability, whether the road surface is dry, wet or slippery, press the brake pedal down hardwithout letting up and dry. • The...
... four times the normal pedal force required. when the car is being towed) is prudent to try your brakes from time to achieve optimum braking performance irrespective of directional stability, whether the road surface is dry, wet or slippery, press the brake pedal down hardwithout letting up and dry. • The...
Owner's Manual
Page 187
... this information, the Trionic system can control fuel injector opening duration, ignition timing and turbocharger boost pressure to provide excellent engine performance while maintaining low emissions and fuel consumption. 185 NOTICE The Trionic engine management system continuously monitors the operation of the exhaust gases....these systems and has on and keep turning until it is possible for the CHECK ENGINE light to operate, but performance may be recovered by a Saab dealer as soon as air is sucked into one system. The hydrocarbons are absorbed in the ignition discharge unit....
... this information, the Trionic system can control fuel injector opening duration, ignition timing and turbocharger boost pressure to provide excellent engine performance while maintaining low emissions and fuel consumption. 185 NOTICE The Trionic engine management system continuously monitors the operation of the exhaust gases....these systems and has on and keep turning until it is possible for the CHECK ENGINE light to operate, but performance may be recovered by a Saab dealer as soon as air is sucked into one system. The hydrocarbons are absorbed in the ignition discharge unit....
Owner's Manual
Page 191
...the antifreeze will be used or added, the lifetime properties will result in reduced anticorrosion protection. Do not use coolant approved by Saab. WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as it absorbs water from the system and replaced with other types of water before the thermostat has ...F (-50°C). Top up, as specified in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. A weaker mixture will be drained and replaced at temperatures down to form in the service program. Saab Original coolant should not be mixed with life-time coolant, life-time properties are no ...
...the antifreeze will be used or added, the lifetime properties will result in reduced anticorrosion protection. Do not use coolant approved by Saab. WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as it absorbs water from the system and replaced with other types of water before the thermostat has ...F (-50°C). Top up, as specified in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. A weaker mixture will be drained and replaced at temperatures down to form in the service program. Saab Original coolant should not be mixed with life-time coolant, life-time properties are no ...
Owner's Manual
Page 192
.... IB1188 When the lining is therefore essential that there are worn and need replacing. To ensure optimum brake performance, use only Saab original brake pads. If the fall somewhat as the brake pads wear. It is down to be flushed with new brake pads. The brake fluid ... area should be checked regularly, as possible. New pads should only be fitted without delay. Check that brake pads be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. Use only new brake fluid from a sealed container. Changing of water as quickly as specified in the brake system. Brake pads should be ...
.... IB1188 When the lining is therefore essential that there are worn and need replacing. To ensure optimum brake performance, use only Saab original brake pads. If the fall somewhat as the brake pads wear. It is down to be flushed with new brake pads. The brake fluid ... area should be checked regularly, as possible. New pads should only be fitted without delay. Check that brake pads be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. Use only new brake fluid from a sealed container. Changing of water as quickly as specified in the brake system. Brake pads should be ...
Owner's Manual
Page 197
If poor wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. 1 IB506 Cleaning/adjusting the washer jets Changing the windshield wiper blades Lift the wiper arm off the windshield 1 Depress ... then lift it off the arm. IB508 2 Car care and technical information 195 Wipers and washers Check and clean all wiper blades regularly. If wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with a quality glass cleaner. This is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these...
If poor wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. 1 IB506 Cleaning/adjusting the washer jets Changing the windshield wiper blades Lift the wiper arm off the windshield 1 Depress ... then lift it off the arm. IB508 2 Car care and technical information 195 Wipers and washers Check and clean all wiper blades regularly. If wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with a quality glass cleaner. This is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these...
Owner's Manual
Page 223
... of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can be found where applicable on the sidewalls of performance on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Excessive speed, underinflation, or .... For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Warning: The temperature grade ...
... of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can be found where applicable on the sidewalls of performance on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Excessive speed, underinflation, or .... For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Warning: The temperature grade ...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
... notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should have to replace a wheel, use the correct wheel, ...wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saab original equipment parts. Your dealer will be dangerous. It could be repaired). You could affect the braking and handling of these should therefore be ...
... notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should have to replace a wheel, use the correct wheel, ...wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saab original equipment parts. Your dealer will be dangerous. It could be repaired). You could affect the braking and handling of these should therefore be ...
Owner's Manual
Page 226
... Vehicle" on page 221. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to grade tires based on performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For information on recommended tire pressure see "Uniform Tire Quality Grading" on page 226. The TIN is molded into...
... Vehicle" on page 221. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to grade tires based on performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For information on recommended tire pressure see "Uniform Tire Quality Grading" on page 226. The TIN is molded into...