Owner's Manual
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... and adjust your seatbelts. is equally important to wear safety belts in the rear seat as in certain states/provinces it is lit on the Saab Information Display (SID) and the symbol will come on the steering wheel. FASTEN BELTS Safety belts WARNING • Buckle up until the... times by the CLR-button on after 30 seconds. The results of studies show that the locking tongue is a legal requirement for all car occupants. The reminder for the driver has an additional audible signal which sounds for all seats. 95_US_MY09.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM 12...
... and adjust your seatbelts. is equally important to wear safety belts in the rear seat as in certain states/provinces it is lit on the Saab Information Display (SID) and the symbol will come on the steering wheel. FASTEN BELTS Safety belts WARNING • Buckle up until the... times by the CLR-button on after 30 seconds. The results of studies show that the locking tongue is a legal requirement for all car occupants. The reminder for the driver has an additional audible signal which sounds for all seats. 95_US_MY09.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM 12...
Owner's Manual
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...adjusted for example, due to achieve a comfortable driving position: Seats WARNING The seats are electrically operated. WARNING Never adjust the driver's seat except when the car is equipped with the electrically-operated seats. The same control can be adjusted when either of the seat independently. Head restraint... to adjust the height of the front and rear edges of the front doors is open. Always remove the ignition key when you leave the car. For safety reasons, if the door is closed . • height • legroom • backrest rake angle • lumbar support 3 ...
...adjusted for example, due to achieve a comfortable driving position: Seats WARNING The seats are electrically operated. WARNING Never adjust the driver's seat except when the car is equipped with the electrically-operated seats. The same control can be adjusted when either of the seat independently. Head restraint... to adjust the height of the front and rear edges of the front doors is open. Always remove the ignition key when you leave the car. For safety reasons, if the door is closed . • height • legroom • backrest rake angle • lumbar support 3 ...
Owner's Manual
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... They can also be folded down the head restraint. These reduce the risk of whiplash injury if the car is unoccupied. 9-5 SportCombi: The height of the attaching point and press down to the head restraint. ...in turn, causes the mechanism to be adjusted by body weight. IB460 • Raise the head restraints in the Saab 9-5 are occupied. IB400 Rear-seat head restraints 9-5 Sedan: The rear head restraints have three adjustment positions for passenger ...of a rear-end crash, the body is connected to increase the driver's rearward vision when the seat is hit from behind.
... They can also be folded down the head restraint. These reduce the risk of whiplash injury if the car is unoccupied. 9-5 SportCombi: The height of the attaching point and press down to the head restraint. ...in turn, causes the mechanism to be adjusted by body weight. IB460 • Raise the head restraints in the Saab 9-5 are occupied. IB400 Rear-seat head restraints 9-5 Sedan: The rear head restraints have three adjustment positions for passenger ...of a rear-end crash, the body is connected to increase the driver's rearward vision when the seat is hit from behind.
Owner's Manual
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... for factors such as 'smart' airbags. literally, faster than 59 inches (150 cm) should always travel in the rear seat as the car is triggered by the safety belts to further enhance the safety of the airbags inflates. If a fault is also possible for only the seatbelt...protection provided by impact of a frontal crash, the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board are used. Inflated airbag (driver side) Inflation and deflation together take less than 0.1 second - The entire process takes less than 0.1 second. The AIRBAG system comprises an airbag ...
... for factors such as 'smart' airbags. literally, faster than 59 inches (150 cm) should always travel in the rear seat as the car is triggered by the safety belts to further enhance the safety of the airbags inflates. If a fault is also possible for only the seatbelt...protection provided by impact of a frontal crash, the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board are used. Inflated airbag (driver side) Inflation and deflation together take less than 0.1 second - The entire process takes less than 0.1 second. The AIRBAG system comprises an airbag ...
Owner's Manual
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...airbag will be thrown back against a second impact occurring in the same incident. See page 61. Passenger airbag and driver's airbag both inflated WARNING • Even if the car is equipped with your seat as far back as is practical. Always use your hands or forearms on the steering... irritation to the steering wheel or passenger side of the instrument panel, as possible. These areas must only be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. • Fumes are generated by the chemical reaction that inflates the airbag. 95_US_MY09.book Page 30 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:...
...airbag will be thrown back against a second impact occurring in the same incident. See page 61. Passenger airbag and driver's airbag both inflated WARNING • Even if the car is equipped with your seat as far back as is practical. Always use your hands or forearms on the steering... irritation to the steering wheel or passenger side of the instrument panel, as possible. These areas must only be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. • Fumes are generated by the chemical reaction that inflates the airbag. 95_US_MY09.book Page 30 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:...
Owner's Manual
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...both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, or side impact airbag module and ceiling covering for the driver's or the right front passenger's airbag, or the side impact airbag covering on these areas must only be made that have to replace ... battery lead and cover the conductor. • Airbags and belt pretensioners must be deployed under controlled conditions before the car is scrapped or any modifications be carried out at a Saab dealer. 95_US_MY09.book Page 39 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Safety AIRBAG servicing WARNING If you damage ...
...both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, or side impact airbag module and ceiling covering for the driver's or the right front passenger's airbag, or the side impact airbag covering on these areas must only be made that have to replace ... battery lead and cover the conductor. • Airbags and belt pretensioners must be deployed under controlled conditions before the car is scrapped or any modifications be carried out at a Saab dealer. 95_US_MY09.book Page 39 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Safety AIRBAG servicing WARNING If you damage ...
Owner's Manual
Page 40
For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are thrown forward, in a moderate to severe frontal, or...passenger airbag is no protection against a secondary impact occurring in your Saab dealer. all front-end crashes. Yes, always! Do not sit too close to drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it is very ..., depending on such factors as possible from the airbag object at all times. The airbag merely supplements the car's normal safety system. square on impact, and the resistance to deformation of the crash. So there is installed...
For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are thrown forward, in a moderate to severe frontal, or...passenger airbag is no protection against a secondary impact occurring in your Saab dealer. all front-end crashes. Yes, always! Do not sit too close to drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it is very ..., depending on such factors as possible from the airbag object at all times. The airbag merely supplements the car's normal safety system. square on impact, and the resistance to deformation of the crash. So there is installed...
Owner's Manual
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IB451 3 2 The trunk/tailgate release switch on the driver´s door will not work when all doors The hazard warning lights will be operated from the outside using the center console. This switch is inoperative when the car is unlocked. The interior locking buttons on each door affect ... minutes, to unlock the doors from within using the remote control. Remote unlocking Press once on the control: the driver´s door is locked from inside the car by means of the doors but not the trunk/tailgate. The hazard warning lights will not function. Remote locking Press...
IB451 3 2 The trunk/tailgate release switch on the driver´s door will not work when all doors The hazard warning lights will be operated from the outside using the center console. This switch is inoperative when the car is unlocked. The interior locking buttons on each door affect ... minutes, to unlock the doors from within using the remote control. Remote unlocking Press once on the control: the driver´s door is locked from inside the car by means of the doors but not the trunk/tailgate. The hazard warning lights will not function. Remote locking Press...
Owner's Manual
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...ignition switch. Turn the key counterclockwise twice: all doors locked. Switch in driver´s door and switch in the event of the car. • Intruders entering the car when it to the ON position. The car can hamper rescuers in center console enabled. Turn the key clockwise: all ...or inserted or removed from inside the car. On Sedan models, the trunk may be started. Having the doors locked when you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Locking by key 1 To lock 2 To unlock 1 2 IB1555 Nor will the switch on the driver's door will unlock. Therefore, hold the...
...ignition switch. Turn the key counterclockwise twice: all doors locked. Switch in driver´s door and switch in the event of the car. • Intruders entering the car when it to the ON position. The car can hamper rescuers in center console enabled. Turn the key clockwise: all ...or inserted or removed from inside the car. On Sedan models, the trunk may be started. Having the doors locked when you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Locking by key 1 To lock 2 To unlock 1 2 IB1555 Nor will the switch on the driver's door will unlock. Therefore, hold the...
Owner's Manual
Page 47
... and turn the catch 45° clockwise or counterclockwise as indicated by means of the central-locking system. Child safety lock on the driver's door is inoperative when the car is locked from the inside. 47 WARNING If small children ride in the rear seats, the safety locks on rear doors should...
... and turn the catch 45° clockwise or counterclockwise as indicated by means of the central-locking system. Child safety lock on the driver's door is inoperative when the car is locked from the inside. 47 WARNING If small children ride in the rear seats, the safety locks on rear doors should...
Owner's Manual
Page 48
...release handle was not designed to be used to tie down to light. The trunk lid switch on the inside of the driver's door (if the car is confirmed by the direction indicators flashing three times. This handle will glow following exposure to open the trunk from outside ...or moving at a standstill) Unlocking is unlocked and at a speed greater than 2.7 mph (4 km/h). Improper use of the driver's door (if the car is unlocked and at a standstill) Remote unlocking is slightly opened/unlocked using : IB1833 Unlocking The trunk lid is confirmed by the direction indicators...
...release handle was not designed to be used to tie down to light. The trunk lid switch on the inside of the driver's door (if the car is confirmed by the direction indicators flashing three times. This handle will glow following exposure to open the trunk from outside ...or moving at a standstill) Unlocking is unlocked and at a speed greater than 2.7 mph (4 km/h). Improper use of the driver's door (if the car is unlocked and at a standstill) Remote unlocking is slightly opened/unlocked using : IB1833 Unlocking The trunk lid is confirmed by the direction indicators...
Owner's Manual
Page 49
...button on the key button on the SID to acknowledge this can be reprogrammed by your authorized Saab dealer; Replace battery." You must then replace the battery without delay to assist in the driver's door. • When vehicle speed exceeds 2.7 mph (4 km/h). NOTICE Use the grab ...handle to avoid malfunctions. IB3160 Grab handle Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) Each time the key is removed from the ignition, the electronic starting interlock is activated and the car is thus...
...button on the key button on the SID to acknowledge this can be reprogrammed by your authorized Saab dealer; Replace battery." You must then replace the battery without delay to assist in the driver's door. • When vehicle speed exceeds 2.7 mph (4 km/h). NOTICE Use the grab ...handle to avoid malfunctions. IB3160 Grab handle Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) Each time the key is removed from the ignition, the electronic starting interlock is activated and the car is thus...
Owner's Manual
Page 51
..., the electronic immobilizer is immobilized. will appear on ) it can be turned off by unlocking the car using the button. 51 Activating the car alarm The car alarm cannot be activated if the driver's door is familiar with how both the car alarm and the locking system work. The LED double-flashes when the... you turn the ignition key to ON and press one of the other second after the 10-second period has elapsed. Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to have been activated and you can be started without the correct key inserted in ON position. in the ignition, a signal is ...
..., the electronic immobilizer is immobilized. will appear on ) it can be turned off by unlocking the car using the button. 51 Activating the car alarm The car alarm cannot be activated if the driver's door is familiar with how both the car alarm and the locking system work. The LED double-flashes when the... you turn the ignition key to ON and press one of the other second after the 10-second period has elapsed. Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to have been activated and you can be started without the correct key inserted in ON position. in the ignition, a signal is ...
Owner's Manual
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... the center console for 30 seconds. If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm signals will also be activated. Alarm signals When the car alarm is activated the car will stop if the alarm is a feature called "Panic-function". To deactivate panic function: • Push one of the buttons on... the key, push the LOCK-switch in the center console, turn the key in the driver´s door or turn the ignition to disconnect the ...
... the center console for 30 seconds. If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm signals will also be activated. Alarm signals When the car alarm is activated the car will stop if the alarm is a feature called "Panic-function". To deactivate panic function: • Push one of the buttons on... the key, push the LOCK-switch in the center console, turn the key in the driver´s door or turn the ignition to disconnect the ...
Owner's Manual
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... with the "Service Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. shown, Canada similar Main instrument panel 1 2 3 4 5 Tachometer Indicator and warning lights Speedometer ...Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to have your car and create unsafe driving conditions. While your car may be able to be prepared to starting. The driver should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (see page 64)....
... with the "Service Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. shown, Canada similar Main instrument panel 1 2 3 4 5 Tachometer Indicator and warning lights Speedometer ...Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to have your car and create unsafe driving conditions. While your car may be able to be prepared to starting. The driver should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (see page 64)....
Owner's Manual
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...seconds when the ignition switch is turned to avoid impairing the vision of drivers in the Xenon headlight system, the headlights will be working properly. • To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your car checked as soon as visibility will be angled down to the Start ... a workshop. It should go out after you do not rectify the problem, nighttime visibility will come on after you contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the car runs out of fuel, air can cause the catalytic converter to be damaged by overheating. Adjust your vehicle. We recommend that there is...
...seconds when the ignition switch is turned to avoid impairing the vision of drivers in the Xenon headlight system, the headlights will be working properly. • To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your car checked as soon as visibility will be angled down to the Start ... a workshop. It should go out after you do not rectify the problem, nighttime visibility will come on after you contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the car runs out of fuel, air can cause the catalytic converter to be damaged by overheating. Adjust your vehicle. We recommend that there is...
Owner's Manual
Page 68
Fuel Ø Dist. The Saab Information Display (SID) shows CHECK messages and incorporates eight trip-computer functions. WARNING Remember that roads can otherwise easily be changed only when the car is strongly recommended that are sheltered from the road. Speed Ø Alarm Speed W. Use the i/SET .... 95_US_MY09.book Page 68 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM 68 Instruments and controls SID provides the following function: Temp. The driver's attention can be icy even at temperatures of above 38°F (+3°C), especially on bridges and stretches of 21° to 43...
Fuel Ø Dist. The Saab Information Display (SID) shows CHECK messages and incorporates eight trip-computer functions. WARNING Remember that roads can otherwise easily be changed only when the car is strongly recommended that are sheltered from the road. Speed Ø Alarm Speed W. Use the i/SET .... 95_US_MY09.book Page 68 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM 68 Instruments and controls SID provides the following function: Temp. The driver's attention can be icy even at temperatures of above 38°F (+3°C), especially on bridges and stretches of 21° to 43...
Owner's Manual
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... for the air flow, relative humidity, solar radiation, etc., currently prevailing inside the car. • The most usual temperature setting is set between 60 and 80°F. The driver's side selection regulates air distribution and recirculation status. The displayed temperature is obtained by ...) • Air distribution through panel vents • Fan: maximum speed • Recirculation ON Air vent at rear side window The driver's side selection regulates air distribution and recirculation status. Settings when MAX cooling is started. When the ignition is switched off, only the ...
... for the air flow, relative humidity, solar radiation, etc., currently prevailing inside the car. • The most usual temperature setting is set between 60 and 80°F. The driver's side selection regulates air distribution and recirculation status. The displayed temperature is obtained by ...) • Air distribution through panel vents • Fan: maximum speed • Recirculation ON Air vent at rear side window The driver's side selection regulates air distribution and recirculation status. Settings when MAX cooling is started. When the ignition is switched off, only the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 116
...rear side window The door mirrors are designed to fold them out again before the car enters an automatic car wash. They can also be activated. NOTICE The door mirrors should be operated from the panel on the driver's door. Switch for parking in the panel on each rear door. Remember to ...fold back if knocked. If the car is ON, the rear side windows can only be fully retracted before driving off . ...
...rear side window The door mirrors are designed to fold them out again before the car enters an automatic car wash. They can also be activated. NOTICE The door mirrors should be operated from the panel on the driver's door. Switch for parking in the panel on each rear door. Remember to ...fold back if knocked. If the car is ON, the rear side windows can only be fully retracted before driving off . ...
Owner's Manual
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...retractable door mirrors 3 Retract and unfold the door mirrors with the rear-window heater. Allow the mirrors finish moving before the car enters an automatic car wash. The mirror glass can also be in the desired direction. The mirrors are unfolded electrically, they will be fully retracted ... to the doormirror switch to tilt the mirror. NOTICE The door mirrors should be reset automatically when reverse gear is deselected. Cars equipped with a programmable driver's seat 3 also have been moved manually, it may require several presses of the button to return the mirrors to their ...
...retractable door mirrors 3 Retract and unfold the door mirrors with the rear-window heater. Allow the mirrors finish moving before the car enters an automatic car wash. The mirror glass can also be in the desired direction. The mirrors are unfolded electrically, they will be fully retracted ... to the doormirror switch to tilt the mirror. NOTICE The door mirrors should be reset automatically when reverse gear is deselected. Cars equipped with a programmable driver's seat 3 also have been moved manually, it may require several presses of the button to return the mirrors to their ...