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2009 Saab 9-7X Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-52 Restraint System Check ...1-...Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-56 Tires ...5-59 Appearance Care ...5-97 Vehicle Identification ...5-105 Electrical System ...5-106 Capacities and Specifications ...5-113 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-15 Index ...1
2009 Saab 9-7X Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-52 Restraint System Check ...1-...Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-56 Tires ...5-59 Appearance Care ...5-97 Vehicle Identification ...5-105 Electrical System ...5-106 Capacities and Specifications ...5-113 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-15 Index ...1
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... impact forces. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. See your dealer/retailer for more information. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. See Care of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
... impact forces. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. See your dealer/retailer for more information. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. See Care of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
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Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that it catches fire. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the low pressure zone may be caused by the vehicle warranty. Cruise Control Light If your vehicle has a Driver Information...
Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can become so hot that it catches fire. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the low pressure zone may be caused by the vehicle warranty. Cruise Control Light If your vehicle has a Driver Information...
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... the fuel level is gradually updated. Average Fuel Economy: Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears on a schedule consistent with your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in the following pages. ECON appears on current and past driving conditions. This mode shows how many miles per ... Oil Life System: Press the fuel information button until FUEL USED appears on page 5-22. See Engine Oil on page 5-18 and Scheduled Maintenance on the display. This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used information, press and hold the select button for ...
... the fuel level is gradually updated. Average Fuel Economy: Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears on a schedule consistent with your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in the following pages. ECON appears on current and past driving conditions. This mode shows how many miles per ... Oil Life System: Press the fuel information button until FUEL USED appears on page 5-22. See Engine Oil on page 5-18 and Scheduled Maintenance on the display. This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used information, press and hold the select button for ...
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... drive your vehicle. This message clears itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle. See Engine Overheating on page 5-18 for more information. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-34 for more information. 3-46 Also see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-22 for obstructions, and close...
... drive your vehicle. This message clears itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle. See Engine Overheating on page 5-18 for more information. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-34 for more information. 3-46 Also see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-22 for obstructions, and close...
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... into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 Driver distraction can affect fuel mileage. Defensive Driving Defensive driving means "always expect the unexpected." The first step in driving defensively is to get...
... into a single trip. • Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. • Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. 4-2 Driver distraction can affect fuel mileage. Defensive Driving Defensive driving means "always expect the unexpected." The first step in driving defensively is to get...
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... Stop and have a seven-wire trailer towing harness. If the vehicle is attached to inspect these before and during the trip. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. Let up and store the chocks. Things that are especially important in trailer ... the hitch platform or included with the heavy-duty trailer connector, one may have someone pick up on a Hill 1. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more often when pulling a trailer. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: Trailer Wiring Harness • start the engine...
... Stop and have a seven-wire trailer towing harness. If the vehicle is attached to inspect these before and during the trip. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more information. Let up and store the chocks. Things that are especially important in trailer ... the hitch platform or included with the heavy-duty trailer connector, one may have someone pick up on a Hill 1. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more often when pulling a trailer. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: Trailer Wiring Harness • start the engine...
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... should be taken to release loose dust and dirt. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace at each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the fi...lter at the first oil change after each engine oil change. 5-24 See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is ...
... should be taken to release loose dust and dirt. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace at each 50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the fi...lter at the first oil change after each engine oil change. 5-24 See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is ...
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... way; Notice: Use of transmission fluid to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid" earlier in place. 5-28 How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to lock the dipstick in this section. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. • After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level...
... way; Notice: Use of transmission fluid to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid" earlier in place. 5-28 How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to lock the dipstick in this section. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. • After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level...
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Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is hot enough. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes ...will be damaged. Do not top off the brake fluid. See Scheduled Maintenance on the brake hydraulic system. { CAUTION: If too much fluid when new brake linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. •...
Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is hot enough. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes ...will be damaged. Do not top off the brake fluid. See Scheduled Maintenance on the brake hydraulic system. { CAUTION: If too much fluid when new brake linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. •...
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... it locks into a vertical position. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm until it from the wiper arm hook. 3. Arm Hook 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Press down on the blade assembly to have the benefits an acoustic windshield can provide. Pull...
... it locks into a vertical position. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm until it from the wiper arm hook. 3. Arm Hook 2. See Scheduled Maintenance on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Press down on the blade assembly to have the benefits an acoustic windshield can provide. Pull...
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... 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to perform most like it did when the tires were new. See When It Is Time for more information. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-113. 5-72 See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 6-4. See When It Is Time for New Tires on...
... 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to perform most like it did when the tires were new. See When It Is Time for more information. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-113. 5-72 See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 6-4. See When It Is Time for New Tires on...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 6-1
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...ways. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help protect the environment, and to maintain the vehicle properly. 6-2 limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. All recommended maintenance is for further information. See Gasoline Octane on how to follow scheduled maintenance might drive long ...page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. You might need more frequent checks and replacements. Or you might use the vehicle in Scheduled Maintenance on page 4-21. • are necessary to keep this vehicle in good condition, be covered by failure to keep the...
...ways. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help protect the environment, and to maintain the vehicle properly. 6-2 limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. All recommended maintenance is for further information. See Gasoline Octane on how to follow scheduled maintenance might drive long ...page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. You might need more frequent checks and replacements. Or you might use the vehicle in Scheduled Maintenance on page 4-21. • are necessary to keep this vehicle in good condition, be covered by failure to keep the...
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... the last service or if the message has not come on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was performed. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, service the... vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was Maintenance I " and "Maintenance II." Generally, it is recommended that vehicle service is required for the vehicle. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL DIC message displays, service is necessary for one year. ...
... the last service or if the message has not come on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. Maintenance II - Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was performed. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, service the... vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was Maintenance I " and "Maintenance II." Generally, it is recommended that vehicle service is required for the vehicle. Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL DIC message displays, service is necessary for one year. ...
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... on page 6-9. See footnote (j). See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (g Maintenance I • • Maintenance II 6-5 Perform any leaks or damage. See footnote (e). Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See footnote (b). See Tire Inspection and Rotation...
... on page 6-9. See footnote (j). See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (g Maintenance I • • Maintenance II 6-5 Perform any leaks or damage. See footnote (e). Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See footnote (b). See Tire Inspection and Rotation...
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Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2. You should retain all maintenance receipts. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages.
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on page 6-2. You should retain all maintenance receipts. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages.
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..., visit the My GM Canada section within www.gm.ca. • FAQ • Contact Us 7-5 Online service and maintenance records Find Saab dealers for service nationwide Exclusive privileges and offers Recall notices for your specific vehicle OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries...; www.saab.com Saab Merchandise - www.saabexpressions.com Help Center - www.saabusa.com/helpcenter • My Preferences: Manage your preferred GM dealers/retailers. • My Driveway: Access quick links to parts and service estimates, check trade-in values, or schedule a service appointment by...
..., visit the My GM Canada section within www.gm.ca. • FAQ • Contact Us 7-5 Online service and maintenance records Find Saab dealers for service nationwide Exclusive privileges and offers Recall notices for your specific vehicle OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries...; www.saab.com Saab Merchandise - www.saabexpressions.com Help Center - www.saabusa.com/helpcenter • My Preferences: Manage your preferred GM dealers/retailers. • My Driveway: Access quick links to parts and service estimates, check trade-in values, or schedule a service appointment by...
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... Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for all models. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to knowledgeably service Saab cars and trucks. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Service Bulletins Service Bulletins'... technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Call 1-800-955-9007, or write: Saab Cars USA, Inc. Saab Customer Assistance Center 4405-A International Boulevard Norcross, GA 30093 In Canada, call 1-800-263-1999 (English or French...
... Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for all models. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to knowledgeably service Saab cars and trucks. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee Service Bulletins Service Bulletins'... technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Call 1-800-955-9007, or write: Saab Cars USA, Inc. Saab Customer Assistance Center 4405-A International Boulevard Norcross, GA 30093 In Canada, call 1-800-263-1999 (English or French...
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... for Children ...1-39 Luggage Carrier ...2-44 Lumbar Power Controls ...1-2 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator...
... for Children ...1-39 Luggage Carrier ...2-44 Lumbar Power Controls ...1-2 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator...