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Saab 2002 9-5 2.3 Turbo Ecopower, Owner'S Manual

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Starting and driving

SPORT and WINTER modes

To select Sport mode, press the ”S” button on 
the selector lever when the selector lever is in 
position N, D, 4, 3 or L. 
In this mode, gear changes will take place at 
higher engine speeds than in Normal mode, in 
other words, the transmission will change up 
later and change down earlier for the same throt-
tle (accelerator) position. 
The Sport mode will be deselected if: 

• The S button is pressed.
• The selector lever is moved to position P or R.
• The engine is switched off.
• The Winter mode is selected.

• ”Automatic transmission, fault indicator” 

 

appears on main instrument panel, see page 
159.

The Winter mode facilitates pulling away and 
driving on icy roads. Third gear is selected auto-
matically for pulling away to reduce wheelspin.
Winter mode can be selected when the engine 
is running by pressing the ”W” button on the 
selector-lever surround. It cannot be selected 
when the selector lever is in position L. 
Note: It is still possible to use kick-down in the 
Winter mode, in which case a change-down to 
1st or 2nd will take place. 
The Winter mode will be deselected if: 

• The W button is pressed.
• The engine is switched off.
• The selector lever is moved to position L.
• The automatic-transmission fluid overheats.

• ”Automatic transmission, fault indicator” 

 

appears on main instrument panel, see page 
159.

Summary of Contents for 2002 9-5 2.3 Turbo Ecopower

Page 1: ...5 Audio System 83 OnStar Telematics 105 Interior equipment and trunk 117 Starting and driving 145 Car care and technical information 187 Maintenance and owner assistance 243 Specifications 247 Index 261 Saab Automobile AB 2001 Service Readiness Saab Automobile AB Trollhättan Sweden Printed in Sweden ...

Page 2: ...tion of the manual and there is also a comprehensive index at the back of the book Supplied with the car is a Warranties and Service Record booklet and a tire warranty folder which specifies the regular mainte nance to be carried out The book also con tains important warranty conditions Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement we retain the right to incorpo rate modifications and t...

Page 3: ...ts ___________ 68 Ashtrays accessory __________ 128 Cigarette lighter socket_________ 129 Trip computer Saab Information Display SID __ 59 Night panel __________________ 63 Clock _______________________ 64 Traction Control TCS Switch 55 167 OnStar switch ________________ 106 Wipers and washers ______ 70 Rear wiper______________ 71 Washer fluid ___________ 202 Replacing wiper blades __ 202 Audio sy...

Page 4: ..._______ 250 Economical motoring __________ 170 Tire pressure ___________ back cover Wheel and tire specifications ____ 256 Brakes and braking ___________ 165 Winter driving ________________ 171 Wheels and tires _____________ 222 Wheel changing ______________ 227 Spare wheel _________________ 179 Luggage compartment _________ 132 Folding down the rear seat 9 5 Sedan ___________________ 132 Folding ...

Page 5: ...______________ 155 Driving in hot weather _________ 173 Driving in winter ______________ 171 Parking ____________________ 185 Steering wheel adjustment 122 Airbag SRS ____________ 28 Power steering _________ 198 Audio system steering wheel controls___ 100 Seat adjustment ________ 118 Seat heating ___________ 121 Ventilated front seats _____ 121 Safety belts _____________ 12 Child seats ___________...

Page 6: ...pacity _ 250 Power steering __________ 198 Steering fluid grade _____ 198 Wiper washer control stalk _ 70 Washer fluid topping up __ 203 Washer jets ___________ 203 Jump starting ________________ 182 Battery _____________________ 199 Battery charge _______________ 199 Manual transmission __________ 156 Automatic transmission ________ 157 Manual transmission oil ________ 254 Automatic transmission ...

Page 7: ...65 Brake system ________________ 197 Brake fluid __________________ 255 Brake pads __________________ 255 Jump starting ________________ 182 Battery _____________________ 199 Battery charge _______________ 199 Fuse panels ___________ 216 Changing a fuse ________ 216 Table of fuses __________ 218 Relays _______________ 219 Engine temperature gauge _ 57 Driving in hot weather ____ 173 Driving in col...

Page 8: ...as been switched off IB336 Drive belt Moving belt Do not touch while engine run ning A C system Refrigerant at high pressure Always drain the A C system before undoing any connections Failure to follow prescribed procedures can result in injury System to be serviced by authorized personnel only See Workshop Service Manual for correct pro cedures The A C system complies with SAE J639 Refrigerant 87...

Page 9: ...an authorized Saab workshop if a Xenon headlight requires replacement Only cars with Xenon headlights Coolant Never open when engine hot Long loads Always SECURE LOAD to prevent it from shift ing during transport An unsecured load could cause passenger injuries in braking situations or in the event of a crash Cover sharp edges with a protective wrap ...

Page 10: ...car so that tire clears ground Loosen wheel bolts completely and remove wheel 7 Mount spare wheel and tighten bolts enough so wheel is not loose 8 Lower car Tighten wheel bolts in crosswise order See illustration Observe max speed limit for spare tire Jack Text printed on jack Use on Saab 9 5 9 3 Use on level ground only Use vehicle support stands Safe working load 2000 lbs 1 000 kg For more infor...

Page 11: ...11 Safety Safety Safety belts 12 Head restraint 18 Child safety 19 Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS 28 IB1740 ...

Page 12: ... belt In addition an audi ble signal sounds for 6 seconds or until the driver fastens his belt WARNING Safety belts must be worn at all times by all car occupants Child safety see page 19 Check that the locking tongue is properly locked in the belt lock WARNING In the event of a crash the rear seat pas sengers can be thrown forward against the front seat backrests imposing much higher stresses on ...

Page 13: ...g is worn Refrain from tiltingthebackrestmorethan necessary as the safety belt provides better protection when the seat is in the more upright position Only one person per safety belt For most of the time a safety belt is worn the retractor will allow the wearer freedom of movement The retractor locks up auto matically if the belt is jerked or withdrawn sharply the car tilts the brakes are applied...

Page 14: ...tighten the lap belt part Then grip the belt at the shoulder pull it out and without letting go allow the slack to be taken up by the reel Make sure that the belt is well in on the shoulder Because the lower belt anchorage points are on the seat the belt buckle follows the movement of the seat during seat adjust ment To release the belt press the red button on the belt buckle as illustrated See pa...

Page 15: ...belt grasp it at chest height pull it out and without letting go allow the slack to be taken up by the reel Make sure that the belt is well in on the shoulder Safety belt use during pregnancy Pregnant women must always wear a safety belt to protect both themselves and the unborn child The lap belt should be placed low across the hips and over the upper thighs IB414 ...

Page 16: ...d lie as far in on the shoulder as possible To release the belt press the red button on the belt lock See page 232 for the checking of belt func tion cleaning etc WARNING Make sure that the belt does not become trapped when the backrest is folded down or raised see page 132 If a cargo has to be placed on a seat it must be properly secured with the safety belt This reduces the risk of the cargo bei...

Page 17: ... with polishes oils and chemicals and particularly battery acid Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water The belt should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed contaminated or damaged It is essential to replace the entire assem bly after it has been worn in a severe impact even if damage to the assembly is not obvious Belts should not be worn with straps twisted Each belt assemb...

Page 18: ...owered and is adjustable in various positions Raising grasp the head restraint on both sides and pull it straight up Lowering press the catch on theleft hand side ofthe attaching point and press down the head restraint Rear seat head restraints 9 5 Sedan The rear head restraints have three adjustment positions for passenger comfort They can also be folded down to increase the driver s rearward vis...

Page 19: ...r even for a short time Children can suffer heat stroke per haps die in a matter of minutes Children can put the car into gear and hurt themselves or others At gas stations take the keys from the car while filling the tank Never allow children to climb on top of or under motor vehicles Always look for children before backing your motor vehicle out of a garage or driveway To avoid carbon monoxide p...

Page 20: ...ren in the car Make sure that it is possible to fit a child restraint in accordance with the manufac turer s child seat instructions When fitting child seats in cars you must always read the instructions supplied by the manufacturer LATCH LATCH Lower Anchorages Top tethers for CHildren consists of top tether and lower anchorage ISOFIX for child restraints in two outboard the rear seats ISOFIX are ...

Page 21: ... attached to the car body for each specially designed LATCH child restraint A small label is located on the seat back just above the outer attachment bars to facilitate installing the child restraint The label contains a circle and a rearward facing child restraint 1 Open the LATCH ISOFIX lid 1 on one of the designated outboard rear seating position by pulling the strap located on the lid and rota...

Page 22: ...uctions supplied with the child restraint The availability of LATCH child restraints may be limited When fitting child seats in cars you must always read the instructions supplied by the car seat manufacturer IB1684 Rigid 2 point lower attachment with top tether IB1685 Semi rigid 2 point lower attachment with top tether ...

Page 23: ...ges ISOFIX or the safety belts as described in the child restraint mounting instruction 4 Route the tether under the headrest 5 Attach the tether to the anchorage 6 Tighten the tether so that the back of the child restraint is pressed hard against the backrest 7 Pull the child restraints to make a second check that the restraints are securely attached at both the lower anchorages bars and the top ...

Page 24: ...belt or lower anchorages ISOFIX as described in the child restraint mounting instruction on the previous page 8 Tighten the tether so that the back of the child restraint is pressed hard against the backrest 9 Pull the child restraints to make a second check that the restraints are securely attached at both the lower anchorages bars and the top tether strap It is not possible to route the tether t...

Page 25: ... the car 2 To activate the locking function move the locking button on the tongue of the belt to the position marked CHILD SEAT item 1 in the figure in order to activate the locking function 3 Secure the base of the child seat with the lap portion of the safety belt in accor dance with the installation instructions accompanying the child seat 4 Grasptheshoulder partofthe safety belt and pull it up...

Page 26: ... child restraint system can cause your child to strike the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash WARNING A special accessory is available for lock ing the center armrest so that a child seat can be installed in the middle seat See your Saab dealer for details When a rear facing child seat is fitted in the center position of the rear seat in the Saab 9 5 Sedan the center armrest must be ...

Page 27: ...the seat snug against the backrest Pull out the safety belt smoothly and insert the tongue in the lock Check that it is securely fastened Ensure that the lap strap is positioned low across the hips and that the diagonal strap is well in on the shoulder although not touching the neck or in a position that creates discomfort For optimum protection the safety belt should be snug against the body Pull...

Page 28: ...t must not be modified or changed in any way Never leave a child unattended The car s regular head restraint must always be turned 180 back to its orig inal position after the integrated booster seat is folded away Check to ensure that the belt is not twisted or rubbing against any sharp edges Label in integrated booster seat ...

Page 29: ...ntal crashes They will notbe activated by minor front end impacts rear end or side impacts or by the car rolling over WARNING To reduce risk of injury Always wear your safety belt Always adjust your seat so that you are as far back as possible but still able to reach the steering wheel and controls comfortably Children 12 and under or shorter than 140 cm 55 inches should always travel in the rear ...

Page 30: ...warning light could signify that the airbags may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash See page 52 IB417 Moment of impact Sensor detects decel eration and sends a signal via the control module to a gas gen erator that inflates the airbag The inflating airbag cushions the driver Airbag now fully inflated The airbag starts to deflate IB419 Inflated airbag driver side Infl...

Page 31: ...and sensor 2 Belt pretensioners for both front safety belts 3 Steering wheel with integral airbag 4 Passenger airbag 5 Side airbag sensor 6 Side airbag 7 Front sensors IB1743 Accessories and other equipment must not be fitted to the surfaces marked as these are where the airbags inflate in the event of a crash ...

Page 32: ...n the front doors sense the rise in pressure caused by the door panel being pressed in during an WARNING Never secure a rear facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag Inflation of the airbag in the event of a crash could seriously injure or kill a child WARNING Children 12 and under can be killed by the airbag The back seat is the safest place for children...

Page 33: ... that could affect the mois ture barrier in the door or the airbag sensors It is essential that the mois ture barrier thick plastic film in the front door is not damaged in any way Improvement of the anticorrosion treatment of the doors should only be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer Otherwise there is a risk that the side impact sensor and the mois ture barrier in the front door could be ...

Page 34: ...WARNING Under no circumstances may any modifications be made that affect the steering wheel or the airbag s electri cal circuitry Before starting any welding work on the car always disconnect the nega tive battery lead and cover the con ductor Airbags and belt pretensioners must be deployed under controlled condi tions before the car is scrapped or any of the system s components are removed Airbag...

Page 35: ...etween you and the airbag For short drivers special accessory pedal extensions are available through your Saab dealer Airbags inflate extremely rapidly and with great force to be fast enough to protect an adult in the seat When do the front airbags inflate The airbag will only be inflated under certain predetermined conditions in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash depending on such...

Page 36: ...eans that a fault has been detected in the system The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible WARNING When an airbag is inflated there is dust in the air Because the dust sometimes contains particles of a substance resembling dish detergent the following precautio...

Page 37: ...37 Security Security Doors 38 Central locking 38 Car alarm 43 IB446 ...

Page 38: ...supplied with the car It is pos sible to have up to four at one time that are coded for your car If one is lost contact your authorized Saab dealer to obtain a replacement NOTE For this reason we strongly advise you to take two keys with you on long jour neys and to keep them separate If all keys are lost it will be necessary to replace costly electronic components as well as the keys This loss an...

Page 39: ...lash twice and the horn chirps twice to confirm If remote unlocking should fail to work Unlock the driver s door with the key To silence the alarm insert the key into the igni tion switch and turn it to the ON position The car can now be started Contact your local Saab dealer to have the system checked and rectified NOTE The key contains delicate electronics Do not expose it to water Avoid rough h...

Page 40: ...e door If the car is left with the doors open the inte rior lighting and the courtesy lights in the doors will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes to prevent a flat battery In such cases the electrically operated seats will not function Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the SID will issue the following message REPLACE KEY BATT...

Page 41: ...ing The trunk lid is unlocked using The button on the key The trunk lid switch on the inside of the driver s door if the car is unlocked and at a standstill Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc tion indicators flashing three times The trunk lid switch on the driver s door is inoperative when the car is locked If the alarm is activated the car is locked the alarm will sound if the trunk lid i...

Page 42: ...andstill or Manually using the key in the trunk lock Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc tion indicators flashing three times If the alarm is activated the car is locked the alarm will sound if the tailgate is unlocked with a key However if the tail gate is opened using remote unlocking the alarm will not be triggered Locking The tailgate is locked using The button on the key The button on ...

Page 43: ... left open when the car is locked the LED on the fascia will flash three times per second for ten seconds to indicate this Check to ensure that all the doors plus trunk lid tailgate and hood are closed prop erly If the fault persists LED flashing when renewed attempt made to activate the car alarm by remote control lock the car using the key instead The car alarm will not have been activated and y...

Page 44: ...e switch Next press and hold the NIGHT PANEL buttonuntil DOORALARMONLY appears on the SID and a chime sounds The car alarm must now be activated within three minutes or the glass sensor will become active again The glass sensor will be enabled again automatically when the car is nextunlocked The sensor can also be enabled again by repeating the procedure for disabling it When the sensor has been e...

Page 45: ...e panic function Push and hold one of the buttons on the key for 2 seconds Or if you are sitting inside the car push the LOCK switch on the center console for 2 seconds These actions will trigger the alarm hazard warning lights and siren 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 ...

Page 46: ...e sensor detects if any window is broken and triggers the alarm To disable the sensor see page 44 Key The range of the key is normally 5 10 yds 5 10 metres although it can be substantially more than this in ideal conditions If the key is not working it may be because the code signal has not been synchronized with that in the control module for the car alarm To rectify this press the unlock button ...

Page 47: ...ashes twice at three sec onds intervals Fault in a switch serving doors hood or trunk lid Flashing instead of being on continuously during delay period SID message Reason action SERVICE THEFT ALARM Probably a fault in one of the sensors or the alarm siren Have the car checked by an autho rized Saab dealer KEY NOT ACCEPTED Fault in key transmitter or in igni tion switch receiver Turn ignition switc...

Page 48: ...ference that may cause undesired oper ation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manu facturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Opera tion is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any inter ference including interference that may ca...

Page 49: ...ments and controls Indicator and warning lights 50 Instruments 56 Trip computer SID 59 Switches 65 Automatic climate control ACC 72 ECON OFF F C ECON OFF CLEAR SET IB1939 VOL TRE BAL ON FAD BAS PULL PUSH AS SEARCH 2 1 3 5 4 6 DOLBY B NR ...

Page 50: ...es or comes on while you are driving stop the car switch off the engine and check the engine oil level see page 193 NOTE Under no circumstances must the car be driven when the warning light is on Low oil pressure can result in serious engine damage Main instrument panel 1 Tachometer 2 Indicator and warning lights 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lights 5 Pressure gauge 6 Fuel gauge 7 Engine t...

Page 51: ...d in the reser voir see pages 197 197 If the ABS warning light is on at the same time the ABS system may be inoperative because of a fault see Anti lock brake warning page 52 Parking brake warning light This light will show when the parking brake is on see page 185 If the car is driven with the parking brake still on will also come on and a chime will sound The parking brake is mechanical and oper...

Page 52: ...er with will come on if a potentially serious fault has occurred in the airbag system The light will come on for about three sec onds when the ignition switch is turned to the Start or Drive position It should go out after the engine has started WARNING If the ABS is inoperative there is a danger of the rear wheels locking up on hard braking If the level of brake fluid in the reser voir is below t...

Page 53: ...erformance see page 149 Indicator fuel This light comes on when there is less than about 2 5 gallons 10 liters of fuel left in the tank WARNING An illuminated Engine malfunction CHECK ENGINE indicator light indi cates a serious engine related problem While your car may be able to be driven with the Engine malfunction CHECK ENGINE indicator light illuminated Limp home mode you are advised to have y...

Page 54: ... reduced Indicator open door If a door has not been closed properly the pictogram will indicate the door concerned or tailgate Indicator SPORT mode automatic transmission This light will come on in cars with automatic transmission when the S SPORT button on the selector lever has been pressed position D 4 3 or L see page 163 In this mode the gear changes occur later at higher engine revs giving th...

Page 55: ...icator TCS ESP option certain models only TheTCS ESPindicatorlightis located in the tachometer and will be illuminated when TCS ESP regulation is occurring i e when there is insufficient traction between the tires and the road surface to provide the grip required for the acceleration called for The driver can also sense that the engine is not responding normally to the accelerator Operation of the...

Page 56: ...y cut out function in the fuel system prevents the engine speed from exceeding approximately 6 200 rpm Odometer and trip meter The odometer records the distance traveled in miles on U S vehicles and on Canadian vehicles the distance indicated is in kilome tres and the trip meter in miles and tenths kilometres and tenths of kilometres on Canadian vehicles Reset button The reset button has two funct...

Page 57: ... on see page 53 Use the Saab Information display SID to check the approximate distance that can be traveled on the remaining fuel see page 59 Temperature gauge The temperature gauge shows the temper ature of the coolant The needle should be in the middle of the scale when the engine is at normal operating temperature If the needle approaches the red zone which can occur in very hot weather or when...

Page 58: ... is a fault Under certain barometric conditions the needle may enter the first part of the red zone without necessarily indicating that a fault has arisen If the needle repeatedly enters the red zone and the engine at the same time loses power because the monitoring system is holding the charging pressure down you should contact an authorized Saab dealer If the speed exceeds 143 mph 230 km h the i...

Page 59: ...gh the following functions Use the button to scroll through the following functions WARNING It is strongly recommended that the SID settings be changed only when the car is stationary The driver s attention can otherwise easily be distracted from the road DIST Distance to destination Trip meter ARRIV Estimated time of arrival ALARM Alarm function SPD W Speed warning chime TEMP Outdoor temperature ...

Page 60: ...he value press CLEAR to reset 4 Press SET to record the value Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated using the values for fuel consumed and dis tance driven since last reset This value is stored in the car s trip computer even when the engine is switched off Select FUEL Ø with To reset the value press the CLEAR button for 4 seconds A chime will be heard and CLEARED wil...

Page 61: ...t 20 minutes will be displayed The trip computer will include any stops in the calculation of the estimated time of arrival Press DIST and the distance remaining to the destination will be displayed in the same way After the distance to destination has decreased to zero the DIST will function as a trip meter see Using DIST as a trip meter The starting value for the trip meter will be the last dist...

Page 62: ...he distance to be covered 3 Press to select ARRIV 4 Set the desired arrival time 5 Press SET to display the average speed you need to maintain to arrive at the desired time At the beginning of a journey the SPD Ø and ARRIV functions will display current values If values are set during the journey the new values will be displayed after a delay of about 10 seconds Resetting values To reset the value...

Page 63: ... should be cleared at the time of that service see the Saab Warranties Service Record Booklet This message can also be deleted by first briefly pressing the CLEAR button then depressing it a second time for at least eight seconds until SERVICE appears on the dis play and a chime sounds The message can only be deleted when it is shown on the SID Night panel To improve night driving conditions insid...

Page 64: ...n on the main instrument panel will be illuminated To restore the displays and lighting to the normal mode press the Night Panel button Units and language versions The SID has four sets of units CHECK messages can be displayed in six language options English Swedish German French Italian and Spanish Selecting units and language 1 Press CLEAR and SET simultaneously for four seconds until a chime so...

Page 65: ...te The lighting switch must be in parking light or headlight position low beam posi tion only to operate the fog lights see page 68 Headlights Theheadlightscomeonautomaticallywhen the ignition is ON and go off when the igni tion switch is turned to the LOCK position The parking lights however can be on when the ignition switch is in the LOCK posi tion High low beam To switch between high and low b...

Page 66: ...me for this function can be adjusted by your authorized Saab dealer Rear fog light Press the button to switch on the rear fog light which will only come on if the head lights are on The rear fog light will go off automatically when the engine is switched off When the fog light is next needed it will have to be switched on manually again The rear fog light consists of one light so it should not be ...

Page 67: ...tch on the turn signals lane change indicators move the stalk up or down The stalk has fixed positions for indicating a right or left turn and the indicators are can celled automatically stalk returns to off position The stalk also has an intermediate spring loaded position that is useful for sig nalling when changing lanes or passing The respective indicator lights on the instru ment panel flash ...

Page 68: ...in the button flash simultaneously If the ignition is on both indicator lights on the instrument panel will also flash If the hazard warning lights are left on for some time the flasher frequency will be reduced to save the battery Hazard warning lights should only be used if the car constitutes a hazard to other road users WARNING Switch on the hazard flashers if the car has to be left at the roa...

Page 69: ...rawn from the ignition switch When the switch on the overhead panel is in the mid position the lighting is switched off automatically 30 seconds after the last door has been closed or when the ignition is switched ON There is also a light in the sun visors The light comes on when the cover over the vanity mirror is opened When the ignition is OFF if a door has been left open for 20 minutes the int...

Page 70: ...he windshield beside the rearview mirror The system varies between single sweeps of the windshield and continuous wiping depending on how much water or snow there is on the windscreen Activate the system by lifting the control stalk to position 1 The wipers make one sweep for reference to see how much water and snow is on the windshield In future the sensor compares the amount of water and snow on...

Page 71: ...d and headlights This stalk has two additional switches ON OFF and The ON position provides intermittent wip ing The position provides washing and wiping After a few sweeps the wiper stops or reverts to intermittent wiping if this has been chosen About 15 seconds after com pletion of the washing wiping of the rear window the wiper makes a single sweep to wipe away any remaining washer fluid A spri...

Page 72: ...he rear bumper The incoming air is treated in three stages first it passes through a filter it is then dehu midified and cooled and finally if required heated The filter is a combined particle and char coal filter It is so efficient that levels of nox ious substances such as benzene and tolu ene are also reduced To reduce the likelihood of misting on the insides of the windows the glass should be ...

Page 73: ...ed In winter for instance the outer vents can be directed onto the door windows for enhanced demisting The flow of air through the panel vents can be controlled individually for each vent by means of the adjacent control The climate control system works best if the panel vents are open If you find the air cold or that it is drafty start by directing the air away from the body If the center vent is...

Page 74: ... radiation etc currently prevailing inside the car The most usual temperature setting is 64 76 F 18 24 C depending on per sonal preference and what clothing is worn It is recommended that changes in the temperature setting be made in steps of 2 F 1 C Once the desired climate has been achieved the rear center vents can be closed to prevent warm air being distrib uted at face height Settings when HI...

Page 75: ...A C compressor is switched off Pressing AUTO once will cancel all previous manual selections Pressing AUTO a second time will result in all the automatically selected settings being displayed When the engine is started the A C system is in AUTO mode apart from any currently set program see page 78 and 79 IB370 A C compressor OFF No cooling of inlet air Temperature air distribution and fan speed st...

Page 76: ...10 C see Program ming I and II on pages 78 and 79 Recirculation is selected automatically for effective cooling but it can also be switched on off manually Although recirculation does not substantially affect the air quality it is useful to prevent unpleasant smells or fumes being drawn into the car from outside IB373 IB374 To increase the fan speed in steps If after being off the ignition is swit...

Page 77: ...switched ON The defroster function will continue to operate until a new selection is made although the heating for the rear window and door mirrors will be switched off automatically after 2 10 minutes depending on the temperature outside Press twice Air will be directed onto the windshield with no increase in the fan speed The heating for the rear window will not be switched on To revert to the p...

Page 78: ...quired in order to reach the desired temperature As the temperature inside the car nears the selected value the fan speed will be decreased to a value determined by the system Programming I Manual selections can be programmed into the ACC system so that these will take effect when the car is started Note that the ignition must be switched off for at least ten minutes after programming for the sele...

Page 79: ... 5 C Recirculation will be switched on if the speed of the car is less than 6 mph 10 km h and will be switched off when the speed has risen above 20 mph 30 km h but not if the ECON mode has beenprogrammedaccording to Programming II This function is useful to prevent fumes being drawn into the car in traffic jams Recirculation is switched on about 45 seconds after start ing if the outdoor tem perat...

Page 80: ...g this time and for about 3 seconds after the operation has been completed the number of fault codes if any stored in the system will appear in the tempera ture display on the left The fault codes themselves will be shown in the temperature display on the right Useful tips Before driving the car to an authorized Saab dealer If AUTO is not shown on the display see Cancelling the pro grammed setting...

Page 81: ... severe cold coupled with high relative humidity or when passengers are perspir ing heavily or wearing wet clothes The following measures are recommended if such problems should occur 1 Select AUTO and 70 F 21 C for both temperature zones 2 Select Defroster If this is not enough 3 Increase the fan speed If this is not enough 4 Select a higher temperature The following measures are recommended if t...

Page 82: ...HEATER ACTIVATED After five seconds the SID will indicate how much heat is available 0 100 To switch off the heater 1 Press the OFF button on the ACC panel The heater will also be switched off if the ignition is turned ON The following settings will be used when the heater is running Air distribution in AUTO mode Recirculation not active but can be selected manually Fan speed is automatic and cann...

Page 83: ...o System Quick guide to the Saab 9 5 Audio System 85 Sound controls 87 Radio 88 Cassette player 90 CD player 93 CD changer 95 Programmable functions 99 Steering wheel controls 100 Security lock 100 Technical data 101 Fault codes 103 IB1940 ...

Page 84: ...peakers three mounted in the fascia the center speaker further enhances the overall sound image and one in each door The Prestige model harman kardon has nine speakers 9 5 Sport Wagon has eight speakers three mounted in the fascia the center speaker further enhances the sound image one in each door and two subwoof ers in the rear window shelf 9 5 Sport Wagon one subwoofer in the luggage com partme...

Page 85: ... and turn the VOL control BAS Press to release the button and adjust the bass level Lock the setting by pushing the button in TRE Press to release the button and adjust the tre ble Lock the setting by pushing the button in FAD Press to release the button and adjust the fade between the front and rear sets of speakers Lock the setting by pushing the button in VOL BAL ON PULL PUSH TRE FAD BAS Preset...

Page 86: ...ssage search or Fast track search Press SEEK mid segment once a chime will sound Switches between Rapid play PLAY and Fast track search TRACK Press SEEK mid segment hold briefly a chime will sound Scan disc SEEK CD RDM SEEK Remove CD Press once Change to CD changer when CD player is active Presstwice Changeto CD changer when radio or cassette player is active Press hold briefly a chime will sound ...

Page 87: ...ne hour has elapsed since a con trol button on the Audio System was last pressed after the ignition key was removed VOL Volume BAL Balance Pull out and rotate the VOL control to adjust the balance between the left and right speakers When the control is released it reverts to the volume function BAS Bass TRE Treble Rotate clockwise to increase the level and counter clockwise to reduce it The Bass a...

Page 88: ...e quencies or for lower frequencies Manual tuning To switch to the manual tuning function press or and release quickly a chime will sound and the M indicator will appear on the display The function will revert to automatic seek tuning two seconds after the last manual fre quency change has been made Waveband selector 3 Press the BAND button repeatedly to move through the waveband selections FM1 FM...

Page 89: ...e number on the far right of the dis play will change If the system cannot find six stations with good reception the remain ing preset buttons will be empty If one of these empty buttons is pressed U FM or AM will appear on the display When the system leaves the AS mode it returns to the station that was selected before the AS mode was activated The AS mode can also be used in the AM band ...

Page 90: ...er side of the tape press The deck will automatically change the play back direction when the end of the tape is reached be it during playback fast forward rewind or music search Dolby noise reduction 3 Press TAPE DOLBY to switch on Dolby NR B C Dolby B C should be on for playback of tapes recorded with Dolby B C and off for those recorded without Dolby B C Eject button 4 To stop playback of a tap...

Page 91: ...ess once to cancel fast forward Press and hold mid segment briefly to switch to music search Fast rewind WIND is performed in the same way as fast forward Auto music search Blank skip To switch the Blank skip function ON OFF press and hold mid segment When the Blank skip function is active dis play BL SKIP ON unrecorded gaps that are longer than 15 seconds will automati cally be skipped When auto ...

Page 92: ...ads inside the cassette player to maintain good reproduction and to prevent unneces sary wear To reset the playing time meter 1 Remove the current tape 2 Load the cleaning tape and play it for the required time 3 Remove the cleaning tape and reload the other one Tape care Do not expose cassette tapes to direct sun light or to extremes of temperature as this can damage the cassette and the tape Alw...

Page 93: ... 1 To cancel playback press the eject RADIO or TAPE button Track search 1 Press or repeatedly to move to preceding or following tracks Pressing once will restart playback from the beginning of the current track Thus to play the preceding track press twice Rapid play passage search When or is pressed and held rapid play will be initiated with the time and track showing on the display e g If the but...

Page 94: ... of each track on the disc press and hold mid seg ment The display shows that SCAN is in progress and which track is currently being sampled For instance if you started SCAN while playing the first track the following display will appear The sample playback starts 30 seconds after the start of the track and lasts for 8 sec onds When all the tracks on the disc have been scanned the system will reve...

Page 95: ...d ing see picture Insert the entire magazine carefully inside the CD changer and slide back the cover To select the CD changer If the Audio System is in the RADIO or TAPE mode press the CD RDM button twice If the CD player is active press the CD RDM button once If the CDs in the magazine have not been changed the system will start playback from where it left off before If there is no magazine in t...

Page 96: ... track on the first CD when the CD changer is selected and the following will appear on the display Selecting CDs 1 When the CD changer is operating the radio preset buttons work for the six CDs in the magazine Press the button for the corresponding CD If the selected CD is already being played playback will restart from the first track If the selected CD tray is empty the follow ing will appear o...

Page 97: ...iated with the time and track showing on the display e g If the button is depressed for more than 5 seconds the rapidplay will beeven faster Rapid play stops when the button is released Fast track search Press SEEK mid segment once to switch between the CD PLAY and CD TRACK modes The CD PLAY and CD TRACK modes change the function of and The selected mode will also be active the next time the syste...

Page 98: ...zine A message similar to the follow ing will appear on the display The sample playback starts 30 seconds after the beginning of the first track on each CD and lasts for 8 seconds After the first track of each CD has been sampled the CD changer will revert to play back of the track that was playing when SCAN was selected Press any segment of the SEEK button during scanning to play the current trac...

Page 99: ...ge the volume setting Press and hold the BAND button at the same time as you switch on the Audio System Adjust the volume Wait 10 seconds or press one of the but tons on the bottom row of the Audio Sys tem e g RADIO to save the new volume setting Speed dependent volume SP D VOL ON OFF To change the default setting The default setting for this function is ON Press and hold the BAND button at the sa...

Page 100: ...olume adjust Security lock The Audio System is equipped with an elec tronic security lock The special code is unique to the car in which the Audio System is fitted Each time the Audio System is switched on a check is made to ensure that the codes match If not the following will appear on the dis play If a CD changer has been installed it will also have been security coded If the security code for ...

Page 101: ... __________________ 200 W 150 W at 1 THD total har monic distortion and 13 5 V Radio module Radio system _______________ PLL dual synthesizer tuner Number of presets FM ______________________ 3 x 6 AM ______________________ 2 x 6 Frequency range FM ______________________ 87 9 107 9 MHz AM ______________________ 530 1710 kHz Tuning steps Automatic seek tuning _______ FM 200 kHz AM 10 kHz Manual tun...

Page 102: ...as pos sible the system is equipped with two FM antennas so called FM diversity NOTE Refrain from placing hard or sharp objects on the rear parcel shelf to avoid damaging the antenna leads Do not use sun protective film which con tains metal particles on the rear window this can be the cause of radio interfer ence WARNING To reduce the risk of head injuries in the event of a crash the headliner an...

Page 103: ...tar a vehicle telematics communications and navigation system Please consult the sep arate chapter in this owner s manual page 105 NOTE Great care should be exercised in trying to rectify a fault If you are at all unsure contact an authorized Saab dealer Fault code Possible cause CD CDC ERROR 12 17 19 CD is dirty loaded wrong side up or defec tive TAPE ERR 01 Tape broken or mechanical fault in dec...

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Page 105: ...ir bag deployment 108 Emergency services 108 Roadside assistance 109 Stolen vehicle tracking 109 Accident Assist 109 OnStar Med Net 109 Hands free communication 109 The OnStar Premium Services Plan 109 Route support 109 Ride Assist 109 Information and Convenience ser vices 109 Concierge services 110 Additional Services 110 Personal Calling 110 Virtual Advisor 114 OnStar Subscriber Website 115 Limi...

Page 106: ...er website For a complete explanation of these addi tional services please see pages 110 114 and 115 NOTE In order for OnStar to operate the car audio system must be switched on OnStar is Easy It s easy to start using your OnStar system In fact pressing the OnStar button is usually all you need to do Once you are connected an OnStar advisor will help you with the ser vices in your plan Inoperative...

Page 107: ...ions link and seamless inte gration into your Saab This system allows the OnStar advisors to pinpoint your Saab s location precisely This way advisors can provide you with a range of helpful services to protect you and your Saab Plus with the Premium Services Plan included for 12 months with your Saab advisors can also access an extensive database to assist you with directions making reservations ...

Page 108: ... your PIN just call the OnStar Cen ter For security reasons we will send your PIN to you in the mail The OnStar Safety and Security Plan The OnStar Safety and Security Plan is part of the Premium Services Plan that comes with your vehicle With it you have access to a complete range of services providing you with an unsurpassed level of safety and security 24 hours a day 7 days a week And you have ...

Page 109: ...anada Hands free communication Talking to an OnStar advisor is easy and hands free Simply press the OnStar but ton and a small microphone picks up your voice while the OnStar advisor talks to you through your stereo speakers Note Audio system must be switched on You can even adjust the volume to your liking with the steering wheel controls or the radio volume knob Your hands remain on the steering...

Page 110: ...ether you are placing or receiving a call once you press the button you never have to take your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road The ease of the hands free communication service allows you to enjoy an even greater level of safety security and convenience while driv ing This new service is not yet available in all areas Complete availability in the U S is anticipated in 2001 For system...

Page 111: ...sponse from the system was Ready this command will exit voice recognition Placing a Call There are three ways to place a call 1 By using a particular number say DIAL 2 By using a stored nametag say CALL 3 By dialing the last number say REDIAL To dial a number To dial using a Nametag To redial the last number dialed Receiving a Call If someone calls your wireless phone num ber the entertainment sys...

Page 112: ...bsite For more infor mation about the OnStar subscriber web site please see page 115 Automatic Replenishment If you run out of units during a call your call will be terminated and you will be connected to OnStar for approval to replenish You will be warned at the beginning of a call when you have ten or fewer calling units remain ing 1 Press the OnStar White Dot button OnStar will respond Ready 2 ...

Page 113: ...You must turn security OFF before calls can be made Volume Control The volume of the audio portion of Personal Calling is controlled with your steering wheel volume controls or with the radio volume knob 1 Press the OnStar White Dot button OnStar will respond Ready 2 Say Units OnStar will respond Verify or Add 3 Say Add You will be connected to OnStar for replenish ment 1 Press the OnStar White Do...

Page 114: ...gories will give you an overview of the types of information avail able to you For complete up to date cate gories you can go to the Saab Cars USA Inc website at www saabusa com or the OnStar website at www onstar com and then click on the link to the subscriber web site Weather The OnStar Virtual advisor will deliver an up to date weather forecast for the current location of the vehicle The forec...

Page 115: ... onstar com and then click on the OnStar subscriber link The OnStar Sub scriber website is a secured site that is password protected You will be required to provide your OnStar account number and personal identification number PIN If you do not know your account number or PIN contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR For security reasons your PIN will be mailed to your address on record Limitations Not wit...

Page 116: ...ss you authorize it or we are required to by the legal process or in such cases where you have provided it for billing purposes or you have requested a hotel res ervation are sending flowers etc Having this information on file with OnStar is a real advantage and helps you avoid repeating your credit card information over a cellular connection Your trust is what we most value Transferring OnStar Be...

Page 117: ... Steering wheel adjustment 122 Rearview mirrors 123 Electric windows 125 Sunroof 126 Sun visors 128 Ashtrays accessory 128 Glove compartment 129 Cup holders 131 Trunk 132 Spare wheel and tools 142 Fuel filler flap 143 Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency 143 IB394 ...

Page 118: ...bar support Head restraint height We recommend that adjustments to the driver s seat be performed in the following order 1 Height 2 Legroom 3 Seat tilt angle 4 Backrest rake angle Lastly adjust the steering wheel see page 122 Side airbags see page 32 Head restraint see page 18 Height To raise the seat lift the lower control straight up To lower the seat press the lower control down The same contro...

Page 119: ... adjust the backrest move the upper con trol forward or back Lumbar support Turn the smaller wheel for stepless adjust ment of the lumbar support WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving so that the safety belt airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in the event of emergency braking or a crash IB403 IB402 IB1161 ...

Page 120: ... been saved To recall the programmed settings press the appropriate preset button whereupon the seat and mirrors will be adjusted auto matically To change the settings stored in a preset button adjust the seat and mirrors as before and save the new settings by pressing M and the appropriate preset button To facilitate reversing the passenger side door mirror can be tilted down automati cally e g t...

Page 121: ...n Both front seats have adjustable and ther mostat controlled heating of the seat cush ion and backrest available as an option Heating is adjustable in three stages In position 0 it is turned off Electrically heated seat cushions in the rear seat option Electrically heated seat cushions for the two outer seats in the rear are available as an option The ON OFF control button for the cushion heating...

Page 122: ... steering wheel to the desired position and then raise the lever The lever should lock with a click Make sure that the lever is fully locked before driving off Horn The horn is sounded by pressing the central part of the steering wheel Press closest to the steering wheel rim WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel unless the car is stationary IB408 To adjust the steering wheel IB1563 ...

Page 123: ...nd goes off with the rear window heater The mirror glass can also be adjusted man ually by gently pressing the glass in the desired direction The door mirrors are designed to fold back if knocked They can also be fully retracted for parking in tight spaces such as on the car deck of a ferry Remember to fold them out again before driving off WARNING Take care not to trap your fingers between the do...

Page 124: ...ard facing sensor detects that it is dark outside and the rear facing sensor detects for example if the car following has not dimmed its headlights The rearview mirror is then darkened to prevent the strong light source from dazzling the driver This dark ening is stepless The mirror returns to its normal state when the strong light source diminishes The auto dimming function can be turned OFF with...

Page 125: ... lowering of the win dow lift the switch briefly To close Front windows Lift the front of the switch Rear windows Lift the back of the switch The actuating motor will be switched off automatically when the window is fully closed or when the switch is released WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when the side windows are being raised Make sure that all passengers keep their heads hands and finger...

Page 126: ...r console When off the switch s back lighting will also be switched off Sunroof Option in Canada The sunroof is operated by the switch on the overhead panel above the rearview mirror The sunroof can be opened partially or fully WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when operating the sunroof Make sure that all passengers keep their heads hands and fingers clear of the opening before operating the ...

Page 127: ...nterior man ual sliding sun blind After the car has been waxed the sunroof may squeak or squeal on opening to the ventilation position If this should occur fully open the sunroof and using washer fluid wash the seal along the front edge together with the paintwork that is in contact with the seal when the roof is closed Emergency operation of sunroof In an emergency e g if there is an electrical f...

Page 128: ...lso one in the back of the center console Front ashtray 1 To open the ashtray push gently on the center upper part of the front and release to allow it to spring out 2 Close the ashtray in the same way To remove the ashtray open it and after that pull left side out at an angle To refit line up the slots on either side and slide it closed Rear ashtrays Open the lid to use ashtray To remove the asht...

Page 129: ...e phone when the ignition is ON Glove compartment The glove compartment can be cooled by the air conditioning ACC system Cold air can be directed to the glove compartment for keeping drinks cool etc Slide the cover towards you to admit cold air Additional storage facilities are provided see next page WARNING The maximum combined load for the two cigarette lighter sockets is 240 W 20 A WARNING Keep...

Page 130: ...unk IB436 IB437 IB439 IB440 IB441 IB438 On the back of the front seats Center armrest for rear seat At bottom of door pillars adjacent to front seat backrests On leading edge of front seats Console between front seats In the doors ...

Page 131: ...ront edge of the holder Close in the same way The number of cup holders provided may vary between models WARNING The cup holder should not be used to hold cups made of china glass or hard plastic as these can cause injury in the event of a crash Use only for paper cups or aluminium cans Avoid spillage particularly of hot drinks Avoid putting oversized cups in the cup holder IB1153 1 2 Cup holder i...

Page 132: ...on adjacent to the respective backrest to release it 4 Fold down the backrest WARNING Rear seat passengers should always ensure that the head restraint is raised and in proper position Keep hands well clear of all moving parts Never place heavy objects on the rear window shelf There is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved ...

Page 133: ...n even small items can be thrown around inside the car It is therefore advisable to secure these as well Do not exceed the load capacity of the car as this will alter its handling characteristics see page 248 Make sure that the seat cushions and backrests are properly secured when folding them back to their normal position Check that the button item 3 on page 132 is flush with the surround before ...

Page 134: ...ore loading or unloading long items switch off the engine and apply the handbrake This averts the danger of the car moving off suddenly if a long item were to knock the gear or selector lever into gear Tie Downs Four tie downs for securing the load are fitted inside the trunk Place the load as far in as possible WARNING Anchor the load securely e g using middle safety belt to avoid danger of injur...

Page 135: ...en the cushion and the backrest A small pad will open up first Con tinue pulling the loop until the entire rear seat cushion is raised 4 Fold the narrow section right of the backrest forward by raising the opening handle on the right hand side 5 Fold the wide section of the backrest forward in the corresponding manner 6 Adjust the front seats for optimal driving passenger comfort Alternative locat...

Page 136: ...t Always be aware of the risk of pinching when handling moving parts of the seating Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf There is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash Make sure that the backrests are locked when they are folded back upright Check that the two red warning indication flags are fully down ...

Page 137: ...t is folded down These nets are only intended to keep light objects tidy not for the anchoring of loads If possible avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving with a heavy load because the anchoring possibili ties are restricted when the rear seat is in this position That the rear seat is in the upright position is a basic require ment for protection against cargo dis placement in the eve...

Page 138: ...rgo net Elastic side cargo net for the right hand side of the luggage compartment The elastic nets may only be used to keep light objects tidy not for anchoring The floor net should be attached to the cargo bolts that are mounted on the Car goTracks Place the tie down eyes as far forward and as far back as possible on the CargoTracks The side netting should be attached to the two tie down eyes whi...

Page 139: ... this purpose Removing the cargo net storage cas sette 1 Fold down the entire rear seat see page 135 2 Push the cassette to the right WARNING The cargo in the luggage compart ment must be anchored properly even if the cargo net is correctly in position The only purpose of the net is to prevent objects from being thrown about in the cabin during heavy brak ing or in the event of a crash Take extra ...

Page 140: ... wheels 3 Set the floor down on the support wheels WARNING To avoid personal injury take note of the following Do not leave children unsupervised when the sliding floor is drawn out Be aware of the risk of pinching when handling the sliding floor Never drive the car with the sliding floor pulled out Always use the car s regular cargo anchoring when transporting a cargo Provide protection on sharp ...

Page 141: ...n the floor is not in use 1 Lift up the floor 2 Fold down the support wheels 3 Laydown thesliding floor andmake sure that it is locked in its lower position Trunk Release Handle There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside NOTE The trunk release...

Page 142: ...There is also room for a spare bulb wallet accessory Driving considerations with compact spare wheel tire fitted see page 179 WARNING Stow all tools carefully away after use so that they cannot get loose and cause injury in the event of a crash Keep plastic bags away from children IB1753 Stowage of spare wheel and tools under trunk floor IB1554 Jack location between spare wheel and sill ...

Page 143: ...Start by checking fuse 25 see page 218 A thin cable on the right hand side in the trunk is connected to the catch for the filler flap To open the flap pull the yellow plastic arrow on the end of the cable 9 5 Wagon Start by checking fuse 25 see page 218 On the right hand side of the luggage com partment in the storage locker is a thin wire that is tied to the locking arm of the filler flap To open...

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Page 145: ...trol System 167 Electronic Stability Program ESP 168 Economical motoring 170 Driving in cold weather 171 Driving in hot weather 173 Towing a trailer 173 Driving with a roof rack load 176 Driving with a load 178 Driving considerations with compact spare wheel tire fitted 179 Driving with the trunk lid tailgate open 179 Driving in deep water 179 Towing the car 180 Jump starting 182 Saab Parking Assi...

Page 146: ...ts hazard warning lights and interior lighting all work OFF position Gear lever no longer locked Certain electrical circuits operational ON position All electrical circuits working Do not leave the key in the ON position when the engine is not running Turn the key to OFF to switch off the electrical circuits In the ON position certain warning and indicator lights come on as a check and they normal...

Page 147: ... If dirt or liquid gets into it the switch may not operate properly WARNING Always remove the key before leaving the car Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key WARNING When starting the engine Sit down in the driver s seat Depress the clutch pedal fully The clutch pedal must be fully depressed or the starter will not engage Never start the car from outside the vehicle e g ...

Page 148: ...s before running the starter again to give the battery time to recover Let the engine idle for about 10 seconds Do not open the throttle wide for at least 2 3 minutes after starting Cars with automatic transmission 1 The selector lever must be in the P or N position 2 Keep your foot on the brake pedal 3 Start the engine Let the ignition key spring back as soon as the engine has started and isrunni...

Page 149: ...urbo boost pressure The Trionic T7 system developed by Saab is an intelligent engine management system designed to achieve optimum driv ability under differing driving conditions The system makes adjustments automati cally for instance if the car is being driven at altitude oxygen deficient air for differ ent grades of fuel AON 87 93 and for dif ferent load conditions 1 Starting and driving Refrai...

Page 150: ...mage to the converter and its associated components the following points must be observed Have the car serviced regularly in accor dance with the service program The fuel and ignition systems are particularly important in this context Always be alert to any misfiring of the engine not running on all cylinders and any loss of power or performance At the first sign of a malfunction reduce speed and ...

Page 151: ...ediately Failure to follow these directions could result in the catalytic converter and associ ated components being damaged and could represent a breach of the warranty conditions 3 0t V6 When starting the engine from cold an electrical pump is activated This pump forces air into the exhaust system so that the catalytic converter will reach its normal operating temperature more rapidly The pump i...

Page 152: ...irst time the pump turns off indicating the tank is full Fuel tank capacity 18 5 US gal 70 liters Screw on the filler cap and keep turning until it has clicked at least three times The most effective way to prevent conden sation forming in the tank and thus avoid possible running problems is to keep the tank well filled Before the onset of freezing temperatures in winter it may be advisable to add...

Page 153: ...ing percentages are met by such fuels Up to 10 ethanol by volume with corro sion inhibitors Up to 15 MTBE by volume methyl ter tiary butyl ether Up to 5 methanol by volume with an equal amount of a suitable co solvent and added corrosion inhibitors Other less common fuel additives used by some gasoline dealers are also acceptable provided that the resultant gasoline is not more than 2 7 oxygen by ...

Page 154: ...vents and corrosion inhibitors can damage your car s fuel system leading to the need for repairs which are not covered by Saab s product warranty NOTE The engine control module ECM mon itoring the engine parameters also stores fault codes Under certain circumstances this may cause constant illumination of the Engine malfunction CHECK ENGINE lamp thus indicating a fault that must be checked by your...

Page 155: ...etermine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcy clopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT Saab Autom...

Page 156: ...he car is at a standstill release the accelerator and fully depress the clutch From neutral press the gear lever firmly to the right before easing it back into reverse Shift up indicator for improved fuel economy U S models only Cars equipped with a manual transmission have a Shift up light on the instrument panel The light begins to work after the vehicle is warmed up and provides you with a good...

Page 157: ... is depressed while the lever is moved this will result in abnormal wear in the transmission WARNING Make it a habit to keep your foot on the brake when selecting a drive position to prevent the car from creeping for ward or backward if reverse is selected The car must be at a standstill before P R or Nis selected You have to have your foot on the brake pedal to move the lever out of P If the car ...

Page 158: ...d to OFF the auto matic transmission will automatically revert to Normal mode see page 163 Adaptive gear change pattern is a trans mission function in the Normal and Sport modes which matches gear changing to current driving conditions The transmission control module senses the load on the engine and selects one of three available gear change patterns and so avoids unnecessary changing up or down ...

Page 159: ...ct your Saab dealer Automatic transmission fault indicator If Automatic transmission fault indicator light appears on the main instrument panel the system has detected a fault in the auto matic transmission or its control module see page 55 This also means that the Limp home mode has been selected to guard against further damage being done to the transmission In this mode the automatic transmissio...

Page 160: ...oad The transmission fluid can overheat when the gearbox is strained for example when driving with a trailer on hilly roads with the wrong gear is selected resulting in many extra gear changes To avoid the transmis sion fluid overheating always drive in Normal mode The adaptive gear change patterns are then active High air temperatures or a faulty oil cooler can also cause the transmission fluid t...

Page 161: ...tter than necessary select N for stops other than brief ones e g if stuck in a traf fic jam The normal drive position D is recommended for waiting at traffic lights D The Drive position D is the position for normal motoring Gear changes between 1st and 5th will take place automatically the timing of which is determined by the throttle accelerator posi tion and the speed of the car After moving the...

Page 162: ...ary changing up and down when for example driving up long slopes with a trailer or caravan and to prevent overheating the transmission oil The adaptive gear change function is also selected automatically when the transmission oil becomes too hot to protect the transmission itself from damage and to lower the oil temperature The adaptive gear change pattern function is deselected when Winter mode i...

Page 163: ... fault indicator appears on main instrument panel see page 159 The Winter mode facilitates pulling away and driving on icy roads Third gear is selected auto matically for pulling away to reduce wheelspin Winter mode can be selected when the engine is running by pressing the W button on the selector lever surround It cannot be selected when the selector lever is in position L Note It is still possi...

Page 164: ...speed To cancel temporarily Move the control stalk to CANCEL spring loaded position before OFF posi tion This will disengage the system but the preset speed will be retained in the system memory The memory is deleted when the engine is switched off To re engage the system To revert to the preset speed slide the switch to RESUME This will only operate when the car s speed is above 25 mph 40 km h To...

Page 165: ...wheels in such a way as to achieve optimum braking perfor mance irrespective of the car s speed and load The ABS system has a built in diagnostic function which will switch on the Anti lock brake warning light if a fault is detected in the system see page 52 WARNING It is prudent to try your brakes from time to time especially when driving in heavy rain through water collected on the road in snow ...

Page 166: ...rd and steer the car to safety Donotrelease the brake pedalbefore the car has come to a halt or the danger is past That is critical If the road is slippery the ABS system will operate even when only light pressure is applied to the pedal This means that you can brake gently to test the condition of the road and adapt your driving accordingly It is well worth practicing the use of ABS brakes on a s...

Page 167: ... dry The TCS then functions like an electronic dif ferential lock When the car is pulling away or accelerat ing on a slippery road in which case the TCS eliminates wheelspin The same applies when the car is reversing On cornering if there is a tendency for the inner front wheel to rotate faster than the other wheels On overtaking TCS OFF The indicator on the main instrument panel will come on If a...

Page 168: ...e the car in unusual circumstances that can otherwise be difficult to handle How the ESP system works The Electronic Stability Program can help to prevent the car from skidding by braking one or several wheels independently of the driver The engine output is then also reduced to prevent the driving wheels from spinning The car has sensors that measure wheel speed yaw acceleration lateral accelerat...

Page 169: ...ng faster than 35 mph 60 km h The ESP is always operative during brak ing even if it has been switched off manu ally WARNING When driving normally ESP will help to improve the stability of the car This does not mean that car can be driven faster The same care and prudence as normally applied should be displayed on cornering and when driving on slippery roads NOTE Suspension modifications such as c...

Page 170: ...rted from cold will be 23 5 mpg 12l 100 km at outside temp of 68 F 20 C increase of 20 17 7 mpg 16l 100 km at outside temp of 32 F 0 C increase of 60 14 mpg 20l 100 km at outside temp of 4 F 20 C increase of 100 As can be seen both the distance travelled by the car and the outside temperature have a major impact on fuel consumption after theengine has startedfrom cold Thus if the car is mainly use...

Page 171: ...ater needs to be connected Longer than 1 5 hours is unnecessary If the car is equipped with a removable electrical cabin heater that is not in use this should be stored in the luggage compart ment Driving in cold weather Before starting a journey in cold weather you should check the following That the wiper blades have not become frozen to the windshield glass Brush any snow away from the air inta...

Page 172: ...t tires age It may therefore be necessary to change them before they reach the legal wear limit as they gradually lose their friction properties The best response if the car gets into a front wheel skid is to freewheel manual gearbox only i e disengage the clutch so that the wheels are neither driven or retarded by the engine If the car has automatic transmission ease up on the accelerator and ste...

Page 173: ...b approved coolant and water If only water is available use that but remember to have the coolant mixture checked as soon as possible 3 As soon as possible have the cooling system checked by an authorized Saab dealer Towing a trailer Trailer hitch attachment Trailer hitch attachments are available as accessories These are designed for a max imum trailer weight of 3500 lbs 1588 kg see also page 249...

Page 174: ...ximately 86 F 30 C The following time limits are based on the capacity of the cooling system in hot weather i e approximately 104 F 40 C WARNING When towing a trailer do not attempt to negotiate a hill having a gradient in excess of 15 The weight distribution over the front wheels of the car will be insufficient to prevent wheelspin making further progress impossible In addition the parking brake ...

Page 175: ...trailer s braking system and suspension also have a considerable effect on these characteris tics see also Driving with a load page 178 If the car is equipped with automatic trans mission select position L when ascending or descending steep hills Trailer hitch load The weight distribution on the trailer makes a lot of difference to the handling properties of the car and trailer combination As rega...

Page 176: ...nto the fixing holes Make sure that the rubber strip comes inside the plastic cover on the carrier Repeat the procedure with the other car rier 4 Close the doors on the left hand side of the car gently to hold the carrier feet in place 5 Now go around to the other side of the car and remove the plastic cover from the carrier s adjustable foot Fold back therubberstrip andinsertthe pinson the foot i...

Page 177: ...ox is to be fitted the cross members must be positioned so that the tailgate can be opened fully without hit ting the roof box 4 Using your thumb press the bracket so that it lies snugly against the outside of the roof rail Make sure that the roof car riers are seated centrally on the rubber spacers and that these sit correctly on the roof rail Pull the spacers down slightly on the inside of the r...

Page 178: ...ck cover Tires The tire pressure should match the current load and speed of the car see the back cover or the tire pressure label on page 257 The tire pressures given apply to cold tires that is tires that are the same temperature as the outside air temperature The tire pressure increases as the tires become warm e g during highway driving with approximately 0 3 bar 4 psi When the temperature of t...

Page 179: ...ving with the trunk lid tailgate partly or fully open since exhaust fumes can be drawn into the cabin If you must drive with the trunk lid tailgate open all windows and the sunroof if fitted must be closed and the cabin fan on at its highest speed setting Driving in deep water WARNING Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h as the tire can overheat and adversely affect the handling of the car The tire should...

Page 180: ...uld always be heavier than the vehicle on tow Never allow passengers to ride in the car being towed Always seek professional help if the car needs to be towed NOTE If a car with a sport lowered chassis is transported for example on a flat bed truck take extra care not to damage the spoiler and or underbody WARNING Make sure that the towing eye at the front is screwed in tightly The towing eye is o...

Page 181: ...to keep the towrope taut by gently applying the brake as necessary This will avoid the towrope being jerked violently 1 Selector lever in position N 2 The local regulations on towing speeds must be followed The highest permissible towing speed is 30 mph 50 km h unless the legal limit is lower The longest permissible towing distance is 25 30 miles 40 50 km If the car has to be transported farther t...

Page 182: ...the hood and locate the battery Find the positive and negative termi nals on the battery WARNING Batteries can cause injury They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to injure you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTE Ignoring these steps could result...

Page 183: ...er a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they do not touch each other or any other metal WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Using a match or flame of any kind near a battery can cause ...

Page 184: ...m from the car the sound pulses change character markedly A distance of about 3 feet 90 cm is suitable if you wish to load or unload the luggage compartment If the distance between an object and the corner sensors does not change for three seconds e g if you are reversing alongside a wall the system will switch to monitoring straight back The system indicates if the distance to the wall decreases ...

Page 185: ...ghtly press the release button and release the lever by pushing down on it Parking NOTE To function well the sensorsmust be kept clean Ice snow and dirt can affect their sensitivity Do not spray the sensors or closer than 8 in 20 cm to the sensors with a pres sure washer as this could damage them WARNING Always apply the parking brake when parking Always apply the parking brake before removing the...

Page 186: ...he anti freeze before the onset of winter Park the car in a dry covered and well ventilated building Leave the park ing brake OFF Disconnect the negative battery lead If frost is likely to occur during the long term parking remove the battery and store it away from the frost Ideally the car should be put up on blocks with the wheels off the ground If this is not possible inflate the tires to about...

Page 187: ...uid 197 Power steering fluid 198 Air filter 198 Battery 199 Drive belts 201 Wipers and washers 202 Changing bulbs 204 Fuses 216 Wheels 222 Compact spare wheel 226 Flat spotting 230 Air conditioning ACC 231 Safety belts 232 Upholstery and trim 232 Textile carpeting 232 Washing the car 233 Waxing and polishing 233 Engine compartment 233 Touching up the paint 234 Anti corrosion treatment 235 For long...

Page 188: ...e hood at the same time The hood can now be lifted right up To close the hood release it from a height of about 8 in 20 cm Do notpress down on it In cold weather when the mechanism is stiff the hood might need to be released from twice the height to lock properly Check that the hood is now closed securely WARNING Make sure not to hold your fingers between the hood and the hood safety catch if you ...

Page 189: ...5 IB1773 Engine compartment 4 cyl engine 1 Engine oil dipstick filler cap 2 Reservoir brake clutch fluid 3 Fuse box 4 Expansion tank coolant 5 Washer fluid filler cap 6 Battery 7 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 8 Turbo unit 9 Ignition discharge module 10 Reservoir power steering fluid ...

Page 190: ... 3 IB1774 Engine compartment 6 cyl 3 0t V6 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Engine oil filler cap 3 Reservoir brake clutch fluid 4 Fuse box 5 Expansion tank coolant 6 Washer fluid filler cap 7 Battery 8 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 9 Ignition discharge module 10 Reservoir power steering fluid ...

Page 191: ...nagement system is a unique Saab development that combinessequentialmultiportfuelinjection electronic distributorless ignition and turbo charger boost pressure control into one sys tem The Trionic engine control module ECM monitors many different engine parameters such as Intake manifold pressure Intake air temperature Crankshaft position Engine coolant temperature Throttle position and The oxygen...

Page 192: ...iter model is a transverse 4 cylin der in line engine with twin overhead cam shafts and 4 valves per cylinder This engine is equipped with balance shafts that reduce engine vibration to a minimum The balance shafts are chain driven and rotate at twice the speed of the crankshaft They produce forces and torques that are opposed to those generated by the pistons and connecting rods an effect that oc...

Page 193: ...essive oil consumption The distance between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick corresponds to a volume of approximately 1 05 qts 1 liter When necessary add oil of the recom mended grade via the dipstick tube 3 0t V6 engine The oil level must not be allowed to drop below the MIN mark on the dipstick nor should oil be filled beyond the MAX mark as this can lead to excessive oil consumption The di...

Page 194: ... new washer 5 Fill with new engine oil Run the engine to normal temperature and check the oil level NOTE Change of engine oil and oil filter may be required more frequently 5000 mile intervals 8 000 km if any one of the fol lowing conditions apply to the car Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips incl...

Page 195: ...ure the level should be between the MAX and MIN marks on the dipstick Top up as necessary with Saab 3309 automatic transmission fluid mineral oil based adding it through the dipstick pipe The distance between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick corresponds to a volume of approximately 0 4 qts 0 4 liter If the outside temperature is below 50 F 10 C the fluid will not reach the specified temperatu...

Page 196: ...ll pro vide protection at temperatures down to 58 F 50 C The coolant does not normally have to be changed during the service life of the car The type of coolant used has a reddish color and should not be mixed with other types of coolant Saab Original coolant should be used all year round Only use coolant approved by Saab WARNING Proceed with caution if the radiator is boiling when you open the ho...

Page 197: ...dealer It is not possible todetect through abnormal pedal or parking brake lever travel whether brake pads are worn and need replacing It is therefore essential that brake pads be checked regularly as specified in the ser vice program Brake pad wear indicators The outboard brake pads on the front wheels incorporate pad wear indicators When the lining is down to 0 11 in 3 mm the pad will produce a ...

Page 198: ...s about 70 F 20 C If the oil is colder the level can be lower and in higher temperatures the level can be higher both of which are acceptable Top up with Power Steering Fluid CHF 11S part number 8996860 Air filter WARNING Do not fill the power steering fluid to above the MAX mark Too much fluid can result in leakage Power steering fluid on hot engine com ponents constitutes a fire risk WARNING For...

Page 199: ... a battery charger or by taking the car for a long run A car with a standard equipment specifica tion and a fully charged battery can be left for up to 40 days and still have a sufficient charge for starting If extra equipment is fit ted such as a car phone the charge may only be sufficient for about 15 days WARNING The battery emits hydrogen which when mixed with the oxygen in the air forms a hig...

Page 200: ...er of short circuiting between the positive terminal on the battery and the inlet manifold on the engine always disconnect the negative battery lead first and reconnect it last NOTE Never reverse the polarity of the bat tery by connecting the leads to the wrong terminals The red positive lead connects to the positive termi nal and the black negative lead to the negative terminal Serious damage can...

Page 201: ... is critical and is adjusted automatically by the belt tensioner See also page 51 Warning charging WARNING Keep hands and clothing well clear of drive belts when engine is running Always stop engine before inspecting drive belts The fan can start even when the engine is switched off NOTE Serious damage can be done to the car s electrical system if an alternator lead is disconnected while the engin...

Page 202: ...ic car wash as these sometimes leave a wax coating on the windshield If wiper performance is still unsatisfactory fit new blades Changing the windshield wiper blades Lift the wiper arm off the windshield 1 Depress the catch 2 Pull the complete blade assembly down to free it from the wiper arm and then lift it off the arm Washer jets The washer jets can be adjusted and if necessary unclogged by mea...

Page 203: ...the SID the reservoir is down to about 1 quart 1 liter of fluid Add at least 50 of washer fluid to water to pre vent freezing and for effective cleaning WARNING Take care not to spill washer fluid concen trate onto hot surfaces as this constitutes a fire hazard IB1784 Washer fluid filler cap IB1783 The headlights have high pressure washers ...

Page 204: ...ignment is regulated automatically to prevent dazzling oncoming traffic Alignment is also adjusted during braking WARNING Before changing a bulb in the engine bay switch off the engine to avoid danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off Xenon headlights are high tension and must therefore be changed at an authorized ...

Page 205: ...e two clips along the long sides of the cover 2 Unplug the connector 3 To remove the spring clip push it in and then move it to the right 4 Remove the bulb 5 Without touching the glass with your fingers insert the new bulb 6 Line up the bulb with the guide in the reflector and secure it with the spring clip Look through the headlight lens to help fit the bulb correctly 7 Plug in the connector 8 Sc...

Page 206: ...he spring clip push it in and then move it to the right 4 Remove the bulb 5 Without touching the glass with your fingers insert the new bulb Look through the headlight lens to help fit the bulb correctly 6 Line up the bulb with the guide in the reflector and secure it with the spring clip 7 Plug in the connector 8 Screw on the cover Make sure that the guide on the cover is aligned with the recess ...

Page 207: ... lamp leads and pull out the bulb holder The lamp leads are rein forced to facilitate changing bulbs 3 Change the bulb Look through the headlight lens to help fit the bulb cor rectly Front fog lights 1 From under the front bumper grip the bulb holder and twist counterclockwise 2 Unplug the connector 3 Change the bulb Refit in the reverse order WARNING Never crawl under a car that is sup ported onl...

Page 208: ...and twist it counter clockwise 6 Fit the new bulb and check that it is cor rectly seated To re install the lamp unit 1 Align the catch with the recess in the lamp housing holder 2 Press the lamp housing towards the headlight slightly and press the housing towards the rear of the car 3 Make sure the locating pin and the two plastic lugs enter their respective holes 4 Press the lamp housing until it...

Page 209: ...k you must first release the trim at the foot of the trunk This involves removing the handle and the three trim fasteners studs 1 Unscrew the handle on the inside of the tailgate 2 Using the peg in the top of the screw driver handle push in the button in the center of the studs 3 Remove the studs Changing bulbs 1 Squeeze together the silver plastic lug and the electrical connection and with draw t...

Page 210: ...panel by carefully pushing in the two clips one at the time 2 Release the bulb holder which is retained by a clip at either end 3 Withdraw the bulb gently straight back 4 Push in the new bulb 5 Refit the bulb holder 6 Replace the panel by carefully pushing the panel towards the headlining so that the two clips engage their respective slot Tailgate bulbs 9 5 Wagon 1 Turn the lock a quarter turn 90 ...

Page 211: ...kwise one quarter turn 3 Remove the two screws securing the light cluster to the body 4 Pull the light cluster rearwards and angle it outwards it is seated quite firmly 5 Release the fastener from the body Reinsert the fastener into the groove in the light cluster Press in the fastener until you hear a click 6 Take out the bulb holder by twisting it slightly counterclockwise 7 Press in the bulb an...

Page 212: ...ver Loading lighting 9 5 Wagon 1 Pull down the glass cover at the outer edge 2 Bend one of the contacts so that the bulb can be removed 3 Change the bulb On refitting insert the connector end of the lamp fitting first License plate light 1 Undo the two screws and remove the lamp glass 2 Withdraw the bulb 3 Change the bulb 4 Check the seal before fitting the glass IB1335 IB520 IB1919 ...

Page 213: ...mpartment lighting 1 Insert a screwdriver carefully into the slot in the end of the lamp fitting Ease the fitting off to gain access to the bulb 2 Bend out one of the contacts and remove the bulb 3 Change the bulb On refitting insert the connector end of the lamp fitting first Dome light front 1 Ease the leading edge of the glass out of the overhead panel by inserting a small screwdriver alternate...

Page 214: ...ent illumination 1 Insert a small screwdriver in the slot in the end of the lamp fitting and ease it out to gain access to the bulb 2 Bend out one of the contacts and remove the bulb 3 Fit the new bulb On refitting insert the connector end of the lamp fitting first Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing you are advised to take the car to an authorized Saab dealer IB524 IB525 ...

Page 215: ...reversing lamp rear fog lamp cornering lamp 4 P21 5W 21 5 Stop tail lamp 5 P21W 21 Direction indicator front rear 6 R10W 10 Dome light courtesy lights glove compartment luggagecompartment 7 R5W 5 Safety belt reminder 8 H6W 5 Reading light overhead panel 9 T4W 4 Reading light rear 10 WY5W W5W 5 Side indicators yellow High mountedstoplight 9 5Sedan parking lights license plate illumina tion 11 W2W 1...

Page 216: ...e breaking out in the electrical system the following advice should be heeded Always consult an authorized Saab dealer before modifying or adding any electrical equipment Failure to do so can result in the electrical system being damaged Never replace a fuse with one having a higher lower rating than specified see page 218 The color of the fuse indicates its amperage If the same fuse blows repeate...

Page 217: ...wiper operation Electric heating of rear window and door mirrors Cooling fans TWICE controls among other things Central locking Car alarm Anti theft system Engine immobilizer Autochecking of lights Electric heating of rear seat Safety belt reminder Electrically adjustable passenger seat The DICE and TWICE control modules are linked to a data bus which is basically an information carrier thatallows...

Page 218: ...ssion 13 20 Audio System amplifier 14 30 Ignition system engine 15 20 Preheated oxygen sensor catalytic converter fuel pump 16 20 DICE direction indicators 16B 17 20 Engine management system 18 40 Door mirror heating rear window heating 19 10 OnStar Telematics 20 15 ACC interior lighting rear fog light 21 10 Audio System rear view mirror with auto dimming function low beam headlight xenon left rig...

Page 219: ...0 Cigarette lighter front rear 35 15 Daytime running light 36 30 Electric windows left 37 30 Windshield wipers 38 30 Electric heating front seats 39 20 Limp home solenoid automatic transmission OnStar telematics 52 56 Spare fuses Function A B Electric heating of rear seat C1 C2 D E Main relay engine management system F Fuel filler flap G Fuel pump H Ignition switch I Rear window door mirrors heati...

Page 220: ...t 12 15 High beam headlight right 13 15 Low beam headlight right 14 30 Radiator fan high speed 15 15 Fog lights front spoiler 16 30 Wiper rear headlight washers 17 15 Horn 18 Function 1 Bulb test head light high beam flasher 2 Headlight washer 3 Front fog lights 4 Wiper rear 9 5 Wagon 5 6 7 Rain sensor 8 Radiator fan low speed 9 Radiator fan high speed 10 A C compressor 11 Radiator fan high speed ...

Page 221: ...21 Car care and technical information 12 Horn 13 Extra lights accessory 14 High beam headlight 15 Low beam headlight 16 17 Windshield wipers IB1798 Location of wallet for spare bulbs and fuses accessory ...

Page 222: ...ure by 3 psi 20 kPa for rough roads with potholes to minimize the risk of rim damage Neverreduce thepressure ofa hottire Ifthe tires are hot when you check them only increase the pressure if necessary Soft tires will cause faster wear than over pressurized tires They also increase fuel consumption If a valve is leaking simply unscrew it and fit a new one Important Remember to adjust the tire press...

Page 223: ...d labeled in accordance with new Federal regulations Standard tests are conducted to measure performance in the areas of traction and temperature resistance Refer to the tire sidewall for the specific quality grades of the tires provided on your new Saab Compact spare tires are exempt DOT QUALITY GRADES Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Fed eral ...

Page 224: ...ences in road character istics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Wear indicators The tires incorporate wear indicators in the form of ...

Page 225: ...levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Date code Tires should be regarded as perishable goods As thetires age the rubber becomes progressively harder and the roadholding ability of the tires diminishes This is partic ularly true on winter tires Tires now have a date code marking for the year of manufacture The first two digits denote the week number and...

Page 226: ...with the jack front towrope attachment eye and toolkit is stowed away underneath a panel in the lug gage compartment floor The jack handle is kept in a cover beside the spare wheel If you need to change a wheel remove the tool kit first and then the spare wheel The panel over the spare wheel can be held open by hooking the handle onto the rubber seal NOTE To avoid damaging a punctured alloy wheel ...

Page 227: ...y opposite to the one to be changed Switch on the hazard warning lights if the car is on a road Apply the parking brake and leave the car in gear 1st or reverse Automatic transmission move selector to the P position Ensure that everybody is out of the car before jacking it up Never start the engine while the car is jacked up The jack must stand on a firm level surface Stow the jack in the place pr...

Page 228: ...the special jacking points under the sills Position for jack IB1838 IB1553 Positioning the jack IB1554 Jack location between spare wheel and sill IB1704 The collapsible jack handle is stowed in a cloth bag by the spare wheel With the help of your foot extend the handle as illustrated ...

Page 229: ...ind the jack to raise the wheel clear of the ground Removethewheel boltsand lift off the wheel 5 Clean the contact surfaces between the wheel and brake disc 6 Fitthewheelandscrew intheboltsinthe sequence shown opposite pairs Tighten the bolts enough for the bolts and wheel to be seated correctly 7 Lower the car and tighten the wheel bolts to the correct torque in the sequence shown opposite pairs ...

Page 230: ... the steering wheel similar to that experienced when the wheels need bal ancing Flat spots of this type disappear once the tires get hot again usually after 10 15 miles 20 25 km of driving at cruis ing speed WARNING If the car has been driven for several years exclusively with alloy wheels and steel wheels are now fitted the bolt hole threads in the brake hubs should be cleaned before the thinner ...

Page 231: ... drive belt for the compressor should be inspected under the regular service program Clean dirt and insects away from the con denser and radiator to prevent clogging When washing the car use the hose to spraytheradiatorandcondenser located forward of the radiator from both sides both from the front of the car and from inside the engine bay Do not use a pres sure washer Caution Do not use the hose ...

Page 232: ...nded for removing grease or oil stains and a semi stiff brush may also be used Cleaning and caring for leather upholstery The principal reason for treating leather upholstery is to maintain its elegant appear ance and to provide it with a protective film Discoloration caused by dust and wear mainly affects the lighter shades although this is not detrimental to the leather indeed thepatinaresulting...

Page 233: ...diately after washing to avoid smears and streaks Cleanthewindowglassinsideandoutusing a high quality window cleaner This is partic ularly important when the car is new as upholstery and trim have a tendency to sweat a little at first Keep the glass well cleaned as this helps to prevent misting Waxing and polishing Do not wax a new car during the first three or four months In fact there is no need...

Page 234: ...aler In the case of minor flaws in the paintwork where the metal has not been exposed and an undamaged layer of paint remains touch up paint can usually be applied directly after any dirt has been scraped away using a pointed knife If corrosion has already set in e g as a result of stone chip damage use a pointed knife to scrape off all surface rust If possi ble the damaged area should be taken ba...

Page 235: ...lectrolytic immersion coating and a polyester based protective coating to protect against corro sion caused by stones flung up by the wheels A thin penetrating anti rust oil is also applied in cavities and body members In addition to conventional anti corrosion treatment like painting underbody treat ment and cavity treatment most of the body panel surfaces are galvanized These include the hood th...

Page 236: ... bird droppings If any of these contaminants are noticed on the car the finish should be washed immedi ately Begin washing by rinsing the entire car with water to loosen and flush off heavy concentrations of dirt include the underbody Sponge the car with a solution of either a good quality car soap or mild general purpose dish washing detergent and water Rinse car thoroughly with clean water After...

Page 237: ...ows any signs of hard wear Check the battery charge Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure including the compact spare wheel Check the brakes Check all bulbs Check for the presence of the tool kit and the jack in the car Recovery and or recycling of automotive materials A typical car consists of metals 65 75 plastics 10 14 rubber 5 and small quantities of glass wood paper and tex tiles...

Page 238: ...4 Wheel cover PA 15 Direction indicator lamp lens PMMA 16 Washer fluid reservoir PE 17 Front spoiler PP EPDM 18 Front bumper cellular core expanded PP sheathing grille PP EPDM 19 Fan shroud PP 20 Scuttle panel finisher PC ASA IB1801 ABS Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene ASA Acrylonitrile styrene acrylic plastic EPDM Ethylene propylene rubber PA Polyamide plastic PC Polycarbonate plastic PE Polyethyl...

Page 239: ...ace which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface The vehicle should be unloaded and fuel tank full and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the drivers seat The vehicle should be fully assembled andallotherwork stoppedwhileheadlight aiming is being done Thevehicleshouldnothaveanysnow ice or mud attached...

Page 240: ...the vehicle is equip ped with xenon lamps record this distance 4 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground to the recorded distance see point 4 and draw a hori zontal line the width of the vehicle IB1950 2 1 4 3 1 Wall or garage door 2 25 ft 7 6 m between wall and headlight lens 3 Measurement from the ground to the low beam aiming marker on the headlight lens 4 Same measurent as 3 ...

Page 241: ... the headlight being aimed to be seen on the flat surface 6 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the horizontal cut off of the headlight is alig ned with the horizontal line on the wall NOTE Do not cover a headlight to improve beam cut off whenaiming Covering aheadlight maycauseexcessiveheatbuild upwhich may cause damage to the headlight IB1953 Horizontal line on wall or other flat surface IB1954 ...

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Page 243: ...intenance and owner assistance Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance schedule 244 Owner assistance 245 Reporting Safety Defects U S A 246 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government 246 IB1941 ...

Page 244: ...km thereafter 10 000 20 000 30 000 miles 16 000 32 000 48 000 km etc Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point Use only a Saab approved long life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the Specifi cation section of this Owner s Manual The use of extra additives in the oil is no...

Page 245: ...ires Nor is labor to perform other service or repairs found to be necessary as a result of the inspections included in these times Additional labor and parts will be charged for such work when necessary except as covered under an applicable Saab warranty or any optional extended service contract Transmission fluid changes or suspension alignment when necessary are also addi tional Dealer charges f...

Page 246: ... may open an investigation and if itfinds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Saab Cars USA Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 202 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department...

Page 247: ...ral 248 Engine 250 Fuel 250 Engine oil 251 Engine variants 252 Electrical system 253 Drive belts 253 Manual gearbox 254 Automatic transmission 254 Suspension 255 Steering 255 Brake system 255 Wheels and tires 256 Plates and labels 257 IB603 ...

Page 248: ...d track applies to wheel sizes 6 x 15 6 5 x 16 Gross vehicle weight GVW Maximum train weight GVW max trailer weight Maximum axle load front Maximum axle load rear Permissible load in addition to driver GVW minus curb weight The maximum permissible axle load front or rear must not be exceeded The maximum permissible axle load front or rear must not be exceeded Chassis number in engine bay Weight re...

Page 249: ...ngth 9 5 Wagon Rear seat upright _________________ 42 8 in 1087 mm Rear seat folded __________________ 61 2 in 1732 mm WARNING The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded Note that if some accessories e g towbar CD changer are fitted the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of these When carrying a load in the luggage compartment make sure that it is tied down securely particul...

Page 250: ...__ 180 6 cu in 2 962 litres Idling speed 4 cylinder _______________________ 825 rpm 3 0t V6 _________________________ 700 rpm Antifreeze ________________________ Saab approved antifreeze Coolant capacity 4 cylinder _______________________ 7 6 qts 7 4 litres 3 0t V6 _________________________ 7 4 qts 7 2 litres Fuel grade ________________________ Unleaded gasoline AON 87 93 For optimum performance S...

Page 251: ...d SJ since 1996 The SJ class fulfils more stringent requirements and has lower phosphorous level A new grade API SL intro duced 2001 fulfils even higher requirements These grade classes are most often combined with correspond ing classes for diesel engines The class designations for diesel engines begins with the letter C Commercial For example a grade combination suitable for both types of engine...

Page 252: ...4 1 qts 4 0 litres 3 0t V6 _________________________ 4 6 qts 4 5 litres 2 3t Ecopower Rating EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 185 hp 136 kW Maximum torque EEC at 1800 rpm ____ 207 2 ft lb 280 Nm Compression ratio _________________ 9 3 1 2 3 Turbo Ecopower Aero model engine manual transmission Rating EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 250 hp 184 kW Maximum torque EEC at 1900 rpm 259 0 ft lb 350 Nm Compressio...

Page 253: ...________________________ 1 2 3 4 5 6 Spark plugs 2 3t ___________________________ NGK BCPR 6ES 11 Electrode gap ____________________ 0 0414 in 1 05 mm 2 3 Turbo Aero ___________________ NGK PFR 6H 10 Electrode gap ____________________ 0 0374 in 0 95 mm 3 0t V6 _________________________ NGK BKR 7ES 11 Electrode gap ___________________ 0 0414 in 1 05 mm Engine variants Outside length 4 cylinder poly...

Page 254: ...__________________________ Electronically con trolled 5 speed fully automatic with hydraulic torque converter plane tary gear set and integral final drive Lock up function in selectorpositions3 4 and 5 Selector lever positions ______________ P R N D 4 3 L Transmission fluid capacity dry transmis sion incl torque converter and oil cooler 7 5 qts 7 litres If fluid change required approximately 3 5 l...

Page 255: ...d CHF 11S Footbrake ABS ____________________ Hydraulic disc brakes with vacuum servo unit Diago nally split circuits ventilated discs on front wheels EBD function see page 165 Handbrake ________________________ Acts on rear wheels Brake fluid _________________________ DOT 4 Brake fluid capacity _________________ 0 925 qts 900 ml Disc diameter Front ___________________________ 11 34 in 288 mm Front...

Page 256: ..._____________ 4 x 16 Tire ____________________________ T115 70 R16 Pressure________________________ 60 psi 420 kPa Maximum life ____________________ 2 200 miles 3500 km Maximum speed _________________ 50 mph 80 km h NOTE Snow chains Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels and may only be used with the following wheel tire combinations Wheels Tires 6 5 x 15_____195 65 R15 M S Linear only ...

Page 257: ...V I N engine and gearbox numbers 1 Modification identity plate 2 V I N number inside windshield 3 Certification label 4 Gearbox number 5 Engine number 6 Tire pressures and color codes body trim label 7 Chassis number plate 8 Chassis number stamped on body 9 Vehicle Emission Control Information IB1948 CANADA US ...

Page 258: ...irbags H 9 5 Aero with driver s and passenger side airbags 6 Body version _____ 4 5 4 door 5 door 7 Gearbox __________ 5 Manual 5 speed 9 Automatic 5 speed 8 Engine variant _____ E G Z 2 3t 2 3 Turbo 3 0t V6 9 Check digit ________ 0 9 X 10 Model year ________ 2 2002 11 Factory ___________ 3 Trollhättan 12 Serial number ______ 000001 999999 position 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 V I N Y S 3 E D 4 9 E ...

Page 259: ...ect the on time for heated rear seat Coolant temperature gauge adjustment can be increased decreased Fuel level gauge adjustment can be increased decreased Additional sweep of the wipers after wind shield washer function ON or OFF Follow me home on time can vary from 20 to 50 seconds Night panel illumination deactivation speed for the speedometer can be adjusted Following adjustments can be done b...

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Page 261: ...lutch fluid ____________197 Brake fluid reservoir _____________197 Brakes technical data ____________255 Bulbs changing _________________204 Bulbs table of __________________215 C CD changer _____________________95 CD player ______________________93 CHECK messages _______________63 CHECKING _____________________63 Calibration ACC _________________80 Cancelling the programmed settings __78 Car alar...

Page 262: ...ons on airbag 35 Front fog lights __________________68 Frost warning ___________________60 Fuel __________________________152 Fuel consumption ________________59 Fuel filler flap ___________________143 Fuel gauge _____________________57 Fuel grade _____________________250 Fuse box under hood ____________220 Fuse panel ____________________216 Fuses ________________________216 G Gearbox number _____...

Page 263: ...________18 Rear view mirror antidazzle _______124 Rearview mirrors ________________123 Reclamation ___________________237 Recommendations for cars with automatic transmission towing a caravan or trailer ________174 Refuelling _____________________152 Relay panel ____________________219 Remote control __________________38 Remote control battery changing ____40 Remove the key ________________146 Rep...

Page 264: ...256 Tools _________________________142 Touching in the paintwork _________234 Towbar attachment ______________173 Towbar load ___________________175 Towing the car __________________180 Towing automatics ______________180 Traction _______________________167 Trailer weights __________________249 Trionic ________________________191 Trip computer ___________________59 Trip meter _____________________...

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