Owner's Manual
Page 18
...: 1 height 2 legroom 3 seat tilt angle 4 backrest rake angle Lastly, adjust the steering wheel (see page 114). Note, however, that adjustments to the driver's seat be performed in mind that nothing can only be adjusted when the ignition is stationary.
...: 1 height 2 legroom 3 seat tilt angle 4 backrest rake angle Lastly, adjust the steering wheel (see page 114). Note, however, that adjustments to the driver's seat be performed in mind that nothing can only be adjusted when the ignition is stationary.
Owner's Manual
Page 59
...installed should turn the light off the engine. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will come on while you contact an authorized Saab workshop. • Have the brake system checked at a workshop to evaporate into your vehicle? If the ABS warning light is insufficient brake..., making sure to a workshop. See Fuel cap on while you contact an authorized Saab dealer. The diagnostic system can result in the reservoir (see page 192). A few driving trips with somewhat diminished performance (see page 144). 59 NOTICE Under no circumstances must the car be towed to...
...installed should turn the light off the engine. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will come on while you contact an authorized Saab workshop. • Have the brake system checked at a workshop to evaporate into your vehicle? If the ABS warning light is insufficient brake..., making sure to a workshop. See Fuel cap on while you contact an authorized Saab dealer. The diagnostic system can result in the reservoir (see page 192). A few driving trips with somewhat diminished performance (see page 144). 59 NOTICE Under no circumstances must the car be towed to...
Owner's Manual
Page 71
... is being displayed, the message relating to the earlier one. Briefly press the CLR button to the left of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). After acknowledgement, the message is displayed each time the ignition is re-started , CHECKING will return to the.... Refill. Refill. right. Time for at the time of the text on the display for about 4 seconds while the SID CHECK functions are being performed. Contact service. Make a safe stop . Low tire pressure front right. Low tire pressure, rear left . Remote control battery low. Key not accepted...
... is being displayed, the message relating to the earlier one. Briefly press the CLR button to the left of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). After acknowledgement, the message is displayed each time the ignition is re-started , CHECKING will return to the.... Refill. Refill. right. Time for at the time of the text on the display for about 4 seconds while the SID CHECK functions are being performed. Contact service. Make a safe stop . Low tire pressure front right. Low tire pressure, rear left . Remote control battery low. Key not accepted...
Owner's Manual
Page 95
..., press the buttons below the desired category label to immediately tune to display the category labels on the display. To remove an undesired category, perform the following : 1 Press the RADIO BAND button until the XMTM frequency is displayed. XMTM offers a large variety of the two pushbuttons below...PTY button is used to remove more information, contact XMTM: In the US. 95_US_MY09.book Page 95 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Saab 9-5 Audio System XMTM 3 Satellite Radio Service XMTM is a satellite radio service based in the XMTM mode. For more categories. When XMTM is active...
..., press the buttons below the desired category label to immediately tune to display the category labels on the display. To remove an undesired category, perform the following : 1 Press the RADIO BAND button until the XMTM frequency is displayed. XMTM offers a large variety of the two pushbuttons below...PTY button is used to remove more information, contact XMTM: In the US. 95_US_MY09.book Page 95 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Saab 9-5 Audio System XMTM 3 Satellite Radio Service XMTM is a satellite radio service based in the XMTM mode. For more categories. When XMTM is active...
Owner's Manual
Page 109
... clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. • Roof loads can negatively affect telecommunication, GPS reception and the performance of the vehicle. Diversity antenna 3 To improve radio reception when the topography is fitted to the rear window, it must be fitted ...can be a pure-plastic variety to avoid damaging the antenna leads. 95_US_MY09.book Page 109 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Saab 9-5 Audio System 109 Antennas The audio system has two antennas incorporated in the rear window. IB4470 IB4471 Multipath propagation Multipath propagation occurs when ...
... clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception. • Roof loads can negatively affect telecommunication, GPS reception and the performance of the vehicle. Diversity antenna 3 To improve radio reception when the topography is fitted to the rear window, it must be fitted ...can be a pure-plastic variety to avoid damaging the antenna leads. 95_US_MY09.book Page 109 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Saab 9-5 Audio System 109 Antennas The audio system has two antennas incorporated in the rear window. IB4470 IB4471 Multipath propagation Multipath propagation occurs when ...
Owner's Manual
Page 122
... AM 122 Interior equipment and trunk Compass The compass is also shown. 3 Press button 5 repeatedly to change the zone number. Once the correct zone is performed automatically during travel : N, NE, E, etc. If you drive your car from which to choose. The compass will need to be changed to ensure a correct bearing...
... AM 122 Interior equipment and trunk Compass The compass is also shown. 3 Press button 5 repeatedly to change the zone number. Once the correct zone is performed automatically during travel : N, NE, E, etc. If you drive your car from which to choose. The compass will need to be changed to ensure a correct bearing...
Owner's Manual
Page 144
... is a sign that would be avoided. Have the car checked without delay by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum drivability under a heavy load is perfectly normal; For optimum performance, use of fuel with low-octane fuel. The system manages the ignition, fuel ..., if the car is being run safely on gasoline with the car on a rolling road or dynamometer, longer than AON 87. However, engine performance will depend on temperature gauge). • A safety function prevents the engine from revving faster than 6,000 rpm by a reduction in the system....
... is a sign that would be avoided. Have the car checked without delay by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum drivability under a heavy load is perfectly normal; For optimum performance, use of fuel with low-octane fuel. The system manages the ignition, fuel ..., if the car is being run safely on gasoline with the car on a rolling road or dynamometer, longer than AON 87. However, engine performance will depend on temperature gauge). • A safety function prevents the engine from revving faster than 6,000 rpm by a reduction in the system....
Owner's Manual
Page 145
...continues to function properly, and also to avoid damage to the catalyst and oxygen sensor and will seriously impair the function of power or performance. Stop jump-starting if the engine fails to run smoothly. If this context. • Always be damaged. We recommend that you contact... an authorized Saab dealer. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could represent a breach of precious metals). 95_US_MY09.book Page 145 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 ...
...continues to function properly, and also to avoid damage to the catalyst and oxygen sensor and will seriously impair the function of power or performance. Stop jump-starting if the engine fails to run smoothly. If this context. • Always be damaged. We recommend that you contact... an authorized Saab dealer. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could represent a breach of precious metals). 95_US_MY09.book Page 145 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 148
...; Bring the fill nozzle in your vehicle. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other gasoline. California Fuel If your authorized Saab dealer for those fuels. If this fuel is less than 10% ethanol must not be maintained until the filling is in contact...use these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to you use higher octane fuel for optimum performance - 93 octane. Gasoline meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be covered by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained...
...; Bring the fill nozzle in your vehicle. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other gasoline. California Fuel If your authorized Saab dealer for those fuels. If this fuel is less than 10% ethanol must not be maintained until the filling is in contact...use these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to you use higher octane fuel for optimum performance - 93 octane. Gasoline meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be covered by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained...
Owner's Manual
Page 149
Saab recommends that you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of such gasolines. That damage would not be available in your emission control system to work properly. Some gasolines that are not ...If this occurs, return to your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. If your authorized Saab dealer for service. Fuels containing MMT can corrode metal parts in your warranty. Fuels in Foreign Countries 149 If you buy gasolines that are advertised...
Saab recommends that you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of such gasolines. That damage would not be available in your emission control system to work properly. Some gasolines that are not ...If this occurs, return to your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. If your authorized Saab dealer for service. Fuels containing MMT can corrode metal parts in your warranty. Fuels in Foreign Countries 149 If you buy gasolines that are advertised...
Owner's Manual
Page 152
... page 156. When the Sport mode is then selected automatically to avoid unnecessary gear changes and undesired temperature increases in Normal mode to provide higher performance. The transmission control module senses the load on the engine and temperature of park. You must have your foot on main instrument panel When the...
... page 156. When the Sport mode is then selected automatically to avoid unnecessary gear changes and undesired temperature increases in Normal mode to provide higher performance. The transmission control module senses the load on the engine and temperature of park. You must have your foot on main instrument panel When the...
Owner's Manual
Page 156
... instrument panel. You may feel . The accelerator has a different feel a slight jolt before reaching 6,000 rpm. When in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gears. For optimum performance, gear changes should select a low gear to reduce the risk of wheel spin. If you select a gear that is judged too high by pushing the...
... instrument panel. You may feel . The accelerator has a different feel a slight jolt before reaching 6,000 rpm. When in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gears. For optimum performance, gear changes should select a low gear to reduce the risk of wheel spin. If you select a gear that is judged too high by pushing the...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
... prudent to try your brakes from time to the respective wheels. In such conditions, the brakes may take longer than normal 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...
... prudent to try your brakes from time to the respective wheels. In such conditions, the brakes may take longer than normal 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 191
....book Page 191 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Car care and technical information Saab Trionic engine management system The Saab Trionic engine management system is a unique Saab development that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. By processing all of this information, the... Trionic system can control fuel injector opening duration, ignition timing and turbocharger boost pressure to operate, but performance may be recovered by a Saab dealer as soon as CHECK ENGINE" lamp in the main instrument illuminates, this indicates that combines sequential multiport fuel...
....book Page 191 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Car care and technical information Saab Trionic engine management system The Saab Trionic engine management system is a unique Saab development that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. By processing all of this information, the... Trionic system can control fuel injector opening duration, ignition timing and turbocharger boost pressure to operate, but performance may be recovered by a Saab dealer as soon as CHECK ENGINE" lamp in the main instrument illuminates, this indicates that combines sequential multiport fuel...
Owner's Manual
Page 194
For protection against freezing in very cold weather, a stronger concentration will result in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. If pure antifreeze is added, the engine could allow full circulation. Because it is hygroscopic, it absorbs water from the system and...brake fluid be used all year round. The type of antifreeze will provide protection at temperatures down to form in reduced anticorrosion protection. Saab Original coolant should not be changed regularly, as it to be mixed with the appropriate volume of water before the thermostat has opened ...
For protection against freezing in very cold weather, a stronger concentration will result in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. If pure antifreeze is added, the engine could allow full circulation. Because it is hygroscopic, it absorbs water from the system and...brake fluid be used all year round. The type of antifreeze will provide protection at temperatures down to form in reduced anticorrosion protection. Saab Original coolant should not be changed regularly, as it to be mixed with the appropriate volume of water before the thermostat has opened ...
Owner's Manual
Page 200
If poor 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. This is experienced, ... that the end of the wiper arm is within the blade bracket. 2 Check that the blade is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. IB4764 If wiper performance is seated correctly. Changing the windshield wiper blades 1 Hold the wiper arm and push the two catches off the arm. 2 Move the blade along the...
If poor 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. This is experienced, ... that the end of the wiper arm is within the blade bracket. 2 Check that the blade is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. IB4764 If wiper performance is seated correctly. Changing the windshield wiper blades 1 Hold the wiper arm and push the two catches off the arm. 2 Move the blade along the...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
...Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions... on wet pavement as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of the tire to this tire is established for a tire that is based on straight-ahead braking ...
...Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions... on wet pavement as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of the tire to this tire is established for a tire that is based on straight-ahead braking ...
Owner's Manual
Page 225
... of tires, these should have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement. This way, you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Putting a used or how far it's been driven. Each new wheel should be fitted to the rear wheels, as the one way or the other... way as these conditions exist. Notice: The wrong wheel can 't know the kind of these are not needed. You can also cause problems with new Saab original equipment parts. If you lose control. on your tires lose air and make you have a collision in a skid).
... of tires, these should have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement. This way, you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Putting a used or how far it's been driven. Each new wheel should be fitted to the rear wheels, as the one way or the other... way as these conditions exist. Notice: The wrong wheel can 't know the kind of these are not needed. You can also cause problems with new Saab original equipment parts. If you lose control. on your tires lose air and make you have a collision in a skid).
Owner's Manual
Page 227
... in compliance with the U.S. 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 229. 227 Tire Size The following...
... in compliance with the U.S. 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 229. 227 Tire Size The following...
Owner's Manual
Page 242
...by hand if the car is new, as this helps to polish out. Rinse off the detergent immediately, otherwise cracks may reduce the performance of your car frequently. Clean the underside of the front and rear lights. This is particularly important when the car is usually washed in... the sun, but wipe it dry with a pressure washer, as this can discolor the paintwork and prove difficult to prevent misting. Saab offers a full line of car care products, including car wash, for available products or visit www.saabcatalog.com (U.S. Do not use mechanical cleaning....
...by hand if the car is new, as this helps to polish out. Rinse off the detergent immediately, otherwise cracks may reduce the performance of your car frequently. Clean the underside of the front and rear lights. This is particularly important when the car is usually washed in... the sun, but wipe it dry with a pressure washer, as this can discolor the paintwork and prove difficult to prevent misting. Saab offers a full line of car care products, including car wash, for available products or visit www.saabcatalog.com (U.S. Do not use mechanical cleaning....