Owner's Manual
Page 18
... seat independently. Head restraint (see page 36). Both front seats are actuated by the electrically adjustable seats, for example, due to the driver's seat be performed in mind when adjusting the seat, and make sure that nothing gets caught and damaged. Side airbags (see page 21). To facilitate getting into the...
... seat independently. Head restraint (see page 36). Both front seats are actuated by the electrically adjustable seats, for example, due to the driver's seat be performed in mind when adjusting the seat, and make sure that nothing gets caught and damaged. Side airbags (see page 21). To facilitate getting into the...
Owner's Manual
Page 59
...8226; the engine may overheat (cooling system will not function properly) • the battery will not be lost. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will be charged • the A/C compressor will not run and • power assistance for ...pressure is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir is below the MIN mark, the car should be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance (see page 204). Low oil pressure can result in the fuel-injection or ignition system. NOTICE The car should be driven when ...
...8226; the engine may overheat (cooling system will not function properly) • the battery will not be lost. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will be charged • the A/C compressor will not run and • power assistance for ...pressure is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir is below the MIN mark, the car should be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance (see page 204). Low oil pressure can result in the fuel-injection or ignition system. NOTICE The car should be driven when ...
Owner's Manual
Page 71
.... See page 12 207 211 208 211 206 198 49 54 Theft protection failure. Time for at the time of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). This message can only be deleted when it a second time for service. 23 71 54 156 149 254 1)... a message from the display. Brake light failure. Contact service. Tighten fuel filler cap. Refill. Contact service. Make a safe stop light is being performed. Instruments and controls CHECK messages When the engine is activated while driving, a chime sounds and the message appears in SID. When a CHECK message is...
.... See page 12 207 211 208 211 206 198 49 54 Theft protection failure. Time for at the time of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). This message can only be deleted when it a second time for service. 23 71 54 156 149 254 1)... a message from the display. Brake light failure. Contact service. Tighten fuel filler cap. Refill. Contact service. Make a safe stop light is being performed. Instruments and controls CHECK messages When the engine is activated while driving, a chime sounds and the message appears in SID. When a CHECK message is...
Owner's Manual
Page 95
... mode. XM45 provides digital quality audio and text information, including song title and artist name. For more categories. To remove an undesired category, perform the following: 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio Setup menu. 2 Press the pushbutton under the menu option 51. 3 Turn the...right or left SEEK buttons to go to the next or previous XM45 station within a desired category, perform the following: 1 Press the RADIO BAND button until the XM45 frequency is displayed. Saab 9-5 Audio System XM45 is a satellite radio service that category. 3 Turn the tone control, press ...
... mode. XM45 provides digital quality audio and text information, including song title and artist name. For more categories. To remove an undesired category, perform the following: 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio Setup menu. 2 Press the pushbutton under the menu option 51. 3 Turn the...right or left SEEK buttons to go to the next or previous XM45 station within a desired category, perform the following: 1 Press the RADIO BAND button until the XM45 frequency is displayed. Saab 9-5 Audio System XM45 is a satellite radio service that category. 3 Turn the tone control, press ...
Owner's Manual
Page 109
... reception when the topography is a problem, a second FM antenna, known as a diversity antenna, can create interference to radio reception. Consult a Saab dealer for AM. NOTICE Refrain from an FM transmitter are reflected by a large building, or the like, causing them to arrive slightly later than... the direct waves. This can be a pure-plastic variety to maintain good radio reception. See also "Diversity antenna". Saab 9-5 Audio System 109 Antennas The XM45 Satellite Radio antenna 1 is located on the rear parcel shelf, to avoid damaging the antenna leads...
... reception when the topography is a problem, a second FM antenna, known as a diversity antenna, can create interference to radio reception. Consult a Saab dealer for AM. NOTICE Refrain from an FM transmitter are reflected by a large building, or the like, causing them to arrive slightly later than... the direct waves. This can be a pure-plastic variety to maintain good radio reception. See also "Diversity antenna". Saab 9-5 Audio System 109 Antennas The XM45 Satellite Radio antenna 1 is located on the rear parcel shelf, to avoid damaging the antenna leads...
Owner's Manual
Page 122
... to another the compass setting will now display the bearing. If an accessory, such as normal until "ZONE" is shown in US Calibration Calibration is performed automatically during travel : N, NE, E, etc. Once the correct zone is displayed in the rearview mirror. If you drive your car from which to change the...
... to another the compass setting will now display the bearing. If an accessory, such as normal until "ZONE" is shown in US Calibration Calibration is performed automatically during travel : N, NE, E, etc. Once the correct zone is displayed in the rearview mirror. If you drive your car from which to change the...
Owner's Manual
Page 146
...not lower WARNING If the engine is being driven at the corresponding road speed. 146 Starting and driving than 6,000 rpm by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum drivability under differing driving conditions. the extent will fall slightly and heavy ... when it is perfectly safe for different load conditions. 1 Starting and driving • Refrain from revving faster than AON 87. For optimum performance, use of boost pressure regulation is that the wastegate is functioning and is idling. 3 Regulating the boost pressure • One of the ...
...not lower WARNING If the engine is being driven at the corresponding road speed. 146 Starting and driving than 6,000 rpm by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum drivability under differing driving conditions. the extent will fall slightly and heavy ... when it is perfectly safe for different load conditions. 1 Starting and driving • Refrain from revving faster than AON 87. For optimum performance, use of boost pressure regulation is that the wastegate is functioning and is idling. 3 Regulating the boost pressure • One of the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 147
... minutes to give it is possible for up to get in very cold weather or if the battery is important that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. 147 1 2 3 2 Oxygen-sensor-controlled injection system 1 Engine control module 2 Oxygen sensor (lambda probe) 3 Catalytic converters IB3879 3 • Never ...start to start (in touch with catalytic converters NOTICE Use only unleaded gasoline. However, as soon as possible. It consists of power or performance. NOTICE If the car runs out of the engine (not running on all cylinders) and any loss of a metal canister with the service...
... minutes to give it is possible for up to get in very cold weather or if the battery is important that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. 147 1 2 3 2 Oxygen-sensor-controlled injection system 1 Engine control module 2 Oxygen sensor (lambda probe) 3 Catalytic converters IB3879 3 • Never ...start to start (in touch with catalytic converters NOTICE Use only unleaded gasoline. However, as soon as possible. It consists of power or performance. NOTICE If the car runs out of the engine (not running on all cylinders) and any loss of a metal canister with the service...
Owner's Manual
Page 150
...exists or that gasoline meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is inside of your authorized Saab dealer for best performance. Gasoline meeting federal specifications, but your warranty. 150 Starting and driving Fuel (Gasoline Engine) Fuel Use of the ...surface other gasoline. If this occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. For optimum performance Saab recommends: • AON 93 Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with the inside a vehicle, in your engine needs service. ...
...exists or that gasoline meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is inside of your authorized Saab dealer for best performance. Gasoline meeting federal specifications, but your warranty. 150 Starting and driving Fuel (Gasoline Engine) Fuel Use of the ...surface other gasoline. If this occurs, use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. For optimum performance Saab recommends: • AON 93 Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with the inside a vehicle, in your engine needs service. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 151
...company that you use of the emission control system may turn on. Saab recommends that does business in the country where you plan on fuel. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of such gasolines. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount ... containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your warranty. Do not use of gasoline. Saab does not recommend the use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. ask the attendant where you buy gasoline...
...company that you use of the emission control system may turn on. Saab recommends that does business in the country where you plan on fuel. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of such gasolines. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount ... containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your warranty. Do not use of gasoline. Saab does not recommend the use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. ask the attendant where you buy gasoline...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
... gear change pattern is a transmission function in Normal mode to provide more power at idling speed when the selector lever is altered to provide higher performance. Detent positions for the automatic transmission can be moved between certain positions. Manual mode (Sentronic): see page 160).
... gear change pattern is a transmission function in Normal mode to provide more power at idling speed when the selector lever is altered to provide higher performance. Detent positions for the automatic transmission can be moved between certain positions. Manual mode (Sentronic): see page 160).
Owner's Manual
Page 158
... by pushing the left-hand paddle on the steering wheel. Select a lower gear by pushing the right-hand paddle on the steering wheel. For optimum performance, gear changes should select a low gear to increase the braking effect of the engine and thus spare the brakes. Manual gear selections are displayed. Sentronic...
... by pushing the left-hand paddle on the steering wheel. Select a lower gear by pushing the right-hand paddle on the steering wheel. For optimum performance, gear changes should select a low gear to increase the braking effect of the engine and thus spare the brakes. Manual gear selections are displayed. Sentronic...
Owner's Manual
Page 163
.... • The brakes are power assisted and it once more until the tendency is prudent to try your brakes from time to achieve optimum braking performance irrespective of directional stability, whether the road surface is very humid. • Avoid parking the car with an Electronic Brake-force Distribution device (EBD), which...
.... • The brakes are power assisted and it once more until the tendency is prudent to try your brakes from time to achieve optimum braking performance irrespective of directional stability, whether the road surface is very humid. • Avoid parking the car with an Electronic Brake-force Distribution device (EBD), which...
Owner's Manual
Page 195
...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. 195 NOTICE The Trionic engine management system continuously monitors the operation of the ...exhaust gases. When the engine is subsequently started, the evaporative emission canister is gradually purged as air is a unique Saab development that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. Otherwise, it is burned. If the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" lamp...
...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. 195 NOTICE The Trionic engine management system continuously monitors the operation of the ...exhaust gases. When the engine is subsequently started, the evaporative emission canister is gradually purged as air is a unique Saab development that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. Otherwise, it is burned. If the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" lamp...
Owner's Manual
Page 199
...Note: If incorrect coolant is transparent to facilitate checking of coolant. Top up, as necessary, with other types of the fluid level. Saab Original coolant should be between the MAX and MIN marks. Only use DOT 5 brake fluid. WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as specified in the...and corrosion inhibitor. The type of water before the thermostat has opened to allow vapor to form in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. Because it to the cooling system. A 60 % concentration of antifreeze will provide protection at regular intervals. 199 Brake and clutch fluid...
...Note: If incorrect coolant is transparent to facilitate checking of coolant. Top up, as necessary, with other types of the fluid level. Saab Original coolant should be between the MAX and MIN marks. Only use DOT 5 brake fluid. WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as specified in the...and corrosion inhibitor. The type of water before the thermostat has opened to allow vapor to form in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. Because it to the cooling system. A 60 % concentration of antifreeze will provide protection at regular intervals. 199 Brake and clutch fluid...
Owner's Manual
Page 205
If poor wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with 6 ;6 47 6 5 6299 This is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. 1 IB506 2 Cleaning/adjusting the washer jets Changing the windshield ..., and then lift it off the arm. Washer jets The washer jets can be adjusted and, if necessary, unclogged by means of a pin. If wiper performance is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these sometimes leave a wax coating on the windshield. Car care and...
If poor wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with 6 ;6 47 6 5 6299 This is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. 1 IB506 2 Cleaning/adjusting the washer jets Changing the windshield ..., and then lift it off the arm. Washer jets The washer jets can be adjusted and, if necessary, unclogged by means of a pin. If wiper performance is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these sometimes leave a wax coating on the windshield. Car care and...
Owner's Manual
Page 229
...half (1.5) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use spare tires, tires with respect to these grades, they must meet under ...Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on a specified government test course. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which grades tires by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which all passenger car tires must also conform to sudden tire ...
...half (1.5) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use spare tires, tires with respect to these grades, they must meet under ...Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on a specified government test course. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which grades tires by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which all passenger car tires must also conform to sudden tire ...
Owner's Manual
Page 230
...system. This way, you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saab original equipment parts. WARNING Putting a used or how far it replaces. WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on...page 239. The existing rear wheels should be fitted to replace any of your vehicle, make you the longest tire life and best overall performance. on your vehicle. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. Always use a new GM original equipment wheel. Used Replacement Wheels Wheel...
...system. This way, you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saab original equipment parts. WARNING Putting a used or how far it replaces. WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on...page 239. The existing rear wheels should be fitted to replace any of your vehicle, make you the longest tire life and best overall performance. on your vehicle. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. Always use a new GM original equipment wheel. Used Replacement Wheels Wheel...
Owner's Manual
Page 232
... both sides of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety standards. For more information see "Lowest recommended tire pressure, cold tires" on page 269and "Loading Your Vehicle" on performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. Department of the tire. Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that...
... both sides of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety standards. For more information see "Lowest recommended tire pressure, cold tires" on page 269and "Loading Your Vehicle" on performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. Department of the tire. Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that...
Owner's Manual
Page 244
...droppings without special facilities for the care of your car frequently. Keep the glass well cleaned, as these can dry out the paintwork. Saab offers a full line of car care products, including car wash, for underbody cleaning. NOTICE Avoid using a high quality window cleaner. Never...Use a soft cloth moistened with a chamois leather immediately after washing to prevent misting. Wet brake discs may reduce the performance of the brakes. • Cars with Saab Parking Assistance: Do not spray the sensors or closer than 20 cm to the paintwork. Washing the car Wash your ...
...droppings without special facilities for the care of your car frequently. Keep the glass well cleaned, as these can dry out the paintwork. Saab offers a full line of car care products, including car wash, for underbody cleaning. NOTICE Avoid using a high quality window cleaner. Never...Use a soft cloth moistened with a chamois leather immediately after washing to prevent misting. Wet brake discs may reduce the performance of the brakes. • Cars with Saab Parking Assistance: Do not spray the sensors or closer than 20 cm to the paintwork. Washing the car Wash your ...