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

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174 Starting and driving
Trailer weight
Maximum recommended trailer weights for
different gradients, with a view to comfort
and drivability for manual and automatic
cars, are shown on the drawing.
Make sure you are familiar with the law
regarding speed limits for towing, maxi-
mum trailer weights, trailer-braking
requirements, and also any special
driving-licence provisions
(see also page 249).
The specified trailer weights and gradients
assume that the journey starts at the hill and
therefore apply only to short periods.
Recommendations for driving in hilly
terrain
The following time limits are based on the
capacity of the cooling system in warm
weather, i.e. approximately 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 may not
always be able to hold the car and
trailer
securely, with the result that the wheels
can start to slide downhill.
Gradient
of hill, % Maximum
trailer weight,
lbs. (kg) Maximum dura-
tion, minutes
6-7 3300 (1500) unlimited
8-9 3300 (1500) 15 max
10-15 1870 (850) 15 max
Gradient
of hill, % Maximum
trailer weight,
lbs. (kg) Maximum dura-
tion, minutes
6-7 2000 (900) unlimited
8-9 2000 (900) 15 max
10-15 1000 (450) 15 max.
IB1692
Maximum recommended trailer weights
for different gradients