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93_US_MY09.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 6 Engine bay, 4-cyl Oil grade and viscosity_____ Engine: description _____ Engine: technical data _____ Important considerations for driving 292 292 292 8 292 286 203 286 153 Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 210 Driving in hot climates..._____ Turbo gauge _____ 287 215 215 154 273 287 88 Fuse table _____ Changing a fuse _____ Fuses _____ Relays _____ 238 233 233 238 Engine oil: checking level __ 208 Wash/wipe stalk switch____ Washer fluid _____ Washer jets _____ Topping-up fluid _____ 103 217 217 217 Automatic transmission _____...
93_US_MY09.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 6 Engine bay, 4-cyl Oil grade and viscosity_____ Engine: description _____ Engine: technical data _____ Important considerations for driving 292 292 292 8 292 286 203 286 153 Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 210 Driving in hot climates..._____ Turbo gauge _____ 287 215 215 154 273 287 88 Fuse table _____ Changing a fuse _____ Fuses _____ Relays _____ 238 233 233 238 Engine oil: checking level __ 208 Wash/wipe stalk switch____ Washer fluid _____ Washer jets _____ Topping-up fluid _____ 103 217 217 217 Automatic transmission _____...
Owner's Manual
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93_US_MY09.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 7 Engine bay, 2.8 V6 Oil grade and viscosity_____ Engine: description _____ Engine oil: topping up _____ Engine: technical data _____ Important considerations for driving _____ 286 203 208 286 153 Cooling system, coolant capacity__ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ Driving ... stalk switch____ Topping-up fluid _____ Washer jets_____ Washer fluid _____ 103 217 217 217 Automatic transmission _____ Manual transmission _____ 162 161 Engine oil: checking level_____ 208 Battery _____ Jump starting _____ Battery charge _____ 214 197 214
93_US_MY09.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 7 Engine bay, 2.8 V6 Oil grade and viscosity_____ Engine: description _____ Engine oil: topping up _____ Engine: technical data _____ Important considerations for driving _____ 286 203 208 286 153 Cooling system, coolant capacity__ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ Driving ... stalk switch____ Topping-up fluid _____ Washer jets_____ Washer fluid _____ 103 217 217 217 Automatic transmission _____ Manual transmission _____ 162 161 Engine oil: checking level_____ 208 Battery _____ Jump starting _____ Battery charge _____ 214 197 214
Owner's Manual
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... CONTENANT SCELLÉ. A/C system Refrigerant at any time. Do not loosen or remove the A/C system fittings before discharging the A/C system. Saab oil 4759106 Battery No sparks, naked flames or smoking Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury Keep the battery out of reach... of the battery. CANADA NETTOYER LE BOUCHON DE REMPLISSAGE AVANT DE L'ENLEVER. Coolant Never open when engine hot! For instructions consult dealer manual. 93_US_MY09.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 8 Warning labels Radiator fan...
... CONTENANT SCELLÉ. A/C system Refrigerant at any time. Do not loosen or remove the A/C system fittings before discharging the A/C system. Saab oil 4759106 Battery No sparks, naked flames or smoking Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury Keep the battery out of reach... of the battery. CANADA NETTOYER LE BOUCHON DE REMPLISSAGE AVANT DE L'ENLEVER. Coolant Never open when engine hot! For instructions consult dealer manual. 93_US_MY09.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 8 Warning labels Radiator fan...
Owner's Manual
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... reach of children Battery acid contains sulfuric acid Risk of explosive gas Hazard warning lights Rear window heating Coolant level Front fog lights Cabin fan Engine oil pressure Rear fog light ABS brakes TCS/ESP ®
... reach of children Battery acid contains sulfuric acid Risk of explosive gas Hazard warning lights Rear window heating Coolant level Front fog lights Cabin fan Engine oil pressure Rear fog light ABS brakes TCS/ESP ®
Owner's Manual
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...engine oil) This light will come on if the engine oil pressure is an example of the message simultaneously shown on the SID: Tire pressure low, rear left off or improperly installed. Did you recently put fuel into your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as CHECK ENGINE indicator light indicates an engine...-related problem. Low oil pressure can determine if the fuel cap has been left . Check the drive...
...engine oil) This light will come on if the engine oil pressure is an example of the message simultaneously shown on the SID: Tire pressure low, rear left off or improperly installed. Did you recently put fuel into your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as CHECK ENGINE indicator light indicates an engine...-related problem. Low oil pressure can determine if the fuel cap has been left . Check the drive...
Owner's Manual
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...-in the previous text on fuel. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you plan on . If a new engine is driven largely under stop-and-go conditions or about 90 miles (150 km) if the car is driven... be affected. To extend the useful life of highway driving. Engine Break-in new brake pads New brake pads take time to find. Wearing in Period Pistons, cylinder bores and bearings need time to your warranty. Saab does not recommend the use leaded gasoline or any other than for service. Fuels containing...
...-in the previous text on fuel. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you plan on . If a new engine is driven largely under stop-and-go conditions or about 90 miles (150 km) if the car is driven... be affected. To extend the useful life of highway driving. Engine Break-in new brake pads New brake pads take time to find. Wearing in Period Pistons, cylinder bores and bearings need time to your warranty. Saab does not recommend the use leaded gasoline or any other than for service. Fuels containing...
Owner's Manual
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...driving with a trailer on the SID: Gearbox too hot. If the temperature of the transmission fluid exceeds 302 °F (150 °C), engine torque will be selected at the optimum engine speed, unless you are then active. Open hood. Driving in position P. Overheating reduces the service life of the... down When the accelerator is safe to do so and allow the engine to use the braking effect of the fluid. High air temperatures or a faulty oil cooler can lock the torque converter, thus reducing the engine speed and fuel consumption. Following this . WARNING Remember to idle until...
...driving with a trailer on the SID: Gearbox too hot. If the temperature of the transmission fluid exceeds 302 °F (150 °C), engine torque will be selected at the optimum engine speed, unless you are then active. Open hood. Driving in position P. Overheating reduces the service life of the... down When the accelerator is safe to do so and allow the engine to use the braking effect of the fluid. High air temperatures or a faulty oil cooler can lock the torque converter, thus reducing the engine speed and fuel consumption. Following this . WARNING Remember to idle until...
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...countries. Park the car in the fuel supply. If winter tires are not allowed in the engine coolant, see page 210. • Add gasoline anti-freeze when refueling several times before the ...from the heating system air intakes between the hood and the windshield. • If necessary, inject oil into the locks to avoid breaking the key. Warm up melts, then add gasoline anti-freeze ... grip on snow and ice. Acquaint yourself with tires designed to all four wheels. Your Saab dealer will prevent condensation water in the fuel tank from freezing and causing interruptions in a ...
...countries. Park the car in the fuel supply. If winter tires are not allowed in the engine coolant, see page 210. • Add gasoline anti-freeze when refueling several times before the ...from the heating system air intakes between the hood and the windshield. • If necessary, inject oil into the locks to avoid breaking the key. Warm up melts, then add gasoline anti-freeze ... grip on snow and ice. Acquaint yourself with tires designed to all four wheels. Your Saab dealer will prevent condensation water in the fuel tank from freezing and causing interruptions in a ...
Owner's Manual
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...; 18 V for the presence of the tool kit and jack in the car. If you are grounded or connected to the mains must under no oil or fuel leaks out of wear. • Check the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure, including the compact spare... V), 12V must be connected to the car during charging or jump starting off on your Saab dealer. Check also for leaks. • Inspect the drive belt (poly-V-belt) and replace if it shows any signs of the engine or gearbox/transmission. • Check the coolant and power steering fluid levels. Obtain a few...
...; 18 V for the presence of the tool kit and jack in the car. If you are grounded or connected to the mains must under no oil or fuel leaks out of wear. • Check the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure, including the compact spare... V), 12V must be connected to the car during charging or jump starting off on your Saab dealer. Check also for leaks. • Inspect the drive belt (poly-V-belt) and replace if it shows any signs of the engine or gearbox/transmission. • Check the coolant and power steering fluid levels. Obtain a few...
Owner's Manual
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93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 201 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care 201 Car care Hood _____ Engine _____ Engine bay, 4-cyl engine Engine bay, V6 engine _ Engine oil _____ Air filter_____ Transmission fluid ____ Coolant _____ Brake/clutch fluid and brake pads_____ Power steering_____ Battery _____ Drive belt _____ Wipers and washers ___ ...
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 201 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care 201 Car care Hood _____ Engine _____ Engine bay, 4-cyl engine Engine bay, V6 engine _ Engine oil _____ Air filter_____ Transmission fluid ____ Coolant _____ Brake/clutch fluid and brake pads_____ Power steering_____ Battery _____ Drive belt _____ Wipers and washers ___ ...
Owner's Manual
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... checked first. Excess engine oil could result in abnormal oil consumption. NOTICE Too high oil level can damage the engine. V6 engine: The engine has an oil level sensor that checks the oil level when the engine is started. The level must be topped up . Oil filler cap and dipstick, 4-cyl engine Oil filler cap and dipstick, V6 engine 4-cyl engine: The engine oil level is checked...
... checked first. Excess engine oil could result in abnormal oil consumption. NOTICE Too high oil level can damage the engine. V6 engine: The engine has an oil level sensor that checks the oil level when the engine is started. The level must be topped up . Oil filler cap and dipstick, 4-cyl engine Oil filler cap and dipstick, V6 engine 4-cyl engine: The engine oil level is checked...
Owner's Manual
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Always protect your skin by Saab Automobile AB. Used engine oil is therefore often necessary to consume a certain amount of oil. NOTICE • Do not run the engine with the oil level too low. • Change engine oil and oil filter in accordance with a trailer, the oil consumption may be higher than normal. 209 WARNING • Prolonged and repeated exposure of...
Always protect your skin by Saab Automobile AB. Used engine oil is therefore often necessary to consume a certain amount of oil. NOTICE • Do not run the engine with the oil level too low. • Change engine oil and oil filter in accordance with a trailer, the oil consumption may be higher than normal. 209 WARNING • Prolonged and repeated exposure of...
Owner's Manual
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... temperatures can escape when the filler cap is added, the engine could damage the engine or cooling system. Transmission fluid Manual transmission Check and top up the oil in view of coolants that have been approved by Saab. Automatic transmission Check and top up , mix the antifreeze with... the coolant before removing the cap. • Exercise care when adding coolant. NOTICE If the cooling system needs topping up the oil in the cooling system. This is pressurized...
... temperatures can escape when the filler cap is added, the engine could damage the engine or cooling system. Transmission fluid Manual transmission Check and top up the oil in view of coolants that have been approved by Saab. Automatic transmission Check and top up , mix the antifreeze with... the coolant before removing the cap. • Exercise care when adding coolant. NOTICE If the cooling system needs topping up the oil in the cooling system. This is pressurized...
Owner's Manual
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... check. If the oil is spilled, the area should only be higher. Brake pads should be flushed with large quantities of the power steering fluid in the reservoir regularly, in accordance with CHF 11S or CHF 202 power steering fluid. WARNING Power steering fluid on hot engine components constitutes a fire... Power steering NOTICE Avoid spilling brake fluid onto paintwork, since it can cause the paint to bubble and lift. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Wipe the dipstick. If any brake fluid is colder, the level will be lower, and at a higher temperatures the level will be ...
... check. If the oil is spilled, the area should only be higher. Brake pads should be flushed with large quantities of the power steering fluid in the reservoir regularly, in accordance with CHF 11S or CHF 202 power steering fluid. WARNING Power steering fluid on hot engine components constitutes a fire... Power steering NOTICE Avoid spilling brake fluid onto paintwork, since it can cause the paint to bubble and lift. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Wipe the dipstick. If any brake fluid is colder, the level will be lower, and at a higher temperatures the level will be ...
Owner's Manual
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Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the classifications stated in the oil is not necessary and is important to document that all necessary maintenance has been done. When the technician has completed the ... dealership will sign the maintenance record. Saab's recommended service times for quality assurance at every service point. The person responsible for each service point do not include the labor required to break down faster. There are additional coupons for documenting extra engine oil and filter changes, extra automatic transmission...
Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the classifications stated in the oil is not necessary and is important to document that all necessary maintenance has been done. When the technician has completed the ... dealership will sign the maintenance record. Saab's recommended service times for quality assurance at every service point. The person responsible for each service point do not include the labor required to break down faster. There are additional coupons for documenting extra engine oil and filter changes, extra automatic transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... part or all of the rear seat is folded down. Contact a Saab dealer for information. towbar, CD changer) are those specified by 20 kPa (3 psi). Oil capacity, including filter (oil change) 4-cyl engine _____ 6.3 qts. (6.0 l) V6 engine _____ 6.3 qts. (6.0 l) The above speed and weight restrictions are ...load capacity is 60° 122 cu.in. (1.998 l) 170 cu.in. (2.792 l) Swept volume: 4-cyl engine _____ V6 engine _____ Engine oil Information regarding suitable engine oils can be found in the trunk, make sure that the towbar must not be exceeded. 93_US_MY09.book Page 286 Tuesday...
... part or all of the rear seat is folded down. Contact a Saab dealer for information. towbar, CD changer) are those specified by 20 kPa (3 psi). Oil capacity, including filter (oil change) 4-cyl engine _____ 6.3 qts. (6.0 l) V6 engine _____ 6.3 qts. (6.0 l) The above speed and weight restrictions are ...load capacity is 60° 122 cu.in. (1.998 l) 170 cu.in. (2.792 l) Swept volume: 4-cyl engine _____ V6 engine _____ Engine oil Information regarding suitable engine oils can be found in the trunk, make sure that the towbar must not be exceeded. 93_US_MY09.book Page 286 Tuesday...
Owner's Manual
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...For further information on fuel, see page 171). Diagonally split circuits; Do not use higher octane fuel for optimum performance - 90 octane for the 2.0T engine and 93 octane for soft top, Convertible 280 hp (206 kW) 262 ft.lb. (355 Nm) 295 ft.lb. (400 Nm...) Oil capacity_____ Oil type _____ 0.6 qt. (0.6 l) CHF 11S Gasoline with a lower octane rating can be avoided. Although not required, use DOT 5. However, engine performance will fall slightly and heavy loading and laboring should be used, although not lower...
...For further information on fuel, see page 171). Diagonally split circuits; Do not use higher octane fuel for optimum performance - 90 octane for the 2.0T engine and 93 octane for soft top, Convertible 280 hp (206 kW) 262 ft.lb. (355 Nm) 295 ft.lb. (400 Nm...) Oil capacity_____ Oil type _____ 0.6 qt. (0.6 l) CHF 11S Gasoline with a lower octane rating can be avoided. Although not required, use DOT 5. However, engine performance will fall slightly and heavy loading and laboring should be used, although not lower...
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.... Key not accepted. Make a safe stop . Make a safe stop . Limited performance. Refill. Washer fluid level low. Contact service. Low engine oil level. Contact service. Open hood. Contact service. Make a safe stop . Reduced engine power. Make a safe stop . Make a safe stop . Contact service. The warnings/indications that can be shown depends on the lights...
.... Key not accepted. Make a safe stop . Make a safe stop . Limited performance. Refill. Washer fluid level low. Contact service. Low engine oil level. Contact service. Open hood. Contact service. Make a safe stop . Reduced engine power. Make a safe stop . Make a safe stop . Contact service. The warnings/indications that can be shown depends on the lights...
Owner's Manual
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....book Page 298 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 298 Index Electrically adjustable seats _____ 20 Electric engine heater _____ 184 Electric heating, front seats _____ 114 Electric windows _____ 119 Electric windows, Convertible _____ 77...operation of the moonroof 130 Engine bay, cleaning _____ 267 Engine heater _____ 184 Engine immobilizer _____ 55 Engine management system _____ 204 Engine number _____ 292 Engine oil, checking _____ 208 Engine oil, grade _____ 286 Engine temperature gauge _____ 88 Engine, description _____ 203 Engine, technical data _____ 286 Engines _____ 287 Event Data ...
....book Page 298 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 298 Index Electrically adjustable seats _____ 20 Electric engine heater _____ 184 Electric heating, front seats _____ 114 Electric windows _____ 119 Electric windows, Convertible _____ 77...operation of the moonroof 130 Engine bay, cleaning _____ 267 Engine heater _____ 184 Engine immobilizer _____ 55 Engine management system _____ 204 Engine number _____ 292 Engine oil, checking _____ 208 Engine oil, grade _____ 286 Engine temperature gauge _____ 88 Engine, description _____ 203 Engine, technical data _____ 286 Engines _____ 287 Event Data ...