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Truck Body Controller 2

Power Seats

Rear Wiper

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2005 - Saab 97X Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for 2005 9-7X

Page 1: ...Driver Information Center DIC 3 43 Audio System s 3 56 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 34 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Th...

Page 2: ...hicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner...

Page 3: ...there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If y...

Page 4: ...s on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the o...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 7: ...ap 1 35 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 37 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 37 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat...

Page 8: ...e entire seat up or down To move the seat forward or rearward slide the horizontal seat control forward or rearward To recline the seatback press the vertical control rearward To raise the seatback pr...

Page 9: ...t selected three for high two for medium and one for low The low setting warms the seatback and seat cushion until the seat temperature is near body temperature The medium and high settings heat the s...

Page 10: ...r safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job e...

Page 11: ...he head restraint and lower it press the tab located on the top of the seatback Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has a 60 40 folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for mor...

Page 12: ...he seatback lift up the seatback and push until it locks into the upright position Push and pull on each seatback to make sure they are latched securely Then fold the bottom seat cushion back into pla...

Page 13: ...up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collisio...

Page 14: ...in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the fac...

Page 15: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 9 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 16: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 10 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 17: ...your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airb...

Page 18: ...ople of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicl...

Page 19: ...ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the st...

Page 20: ...l not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder b...

Page 21: ...y injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious interna...

Page 22: ...ed if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the...

Page 23: ...dy CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly...

Page 24: ...l occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below t...

Page 25: ...engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accide...

Page 26: ...ss you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does...

Page 27: ...bdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces CAUTION...

Page 28: ...ger position in the rear seat Here is how to attach the comfort guide to the shoulder belt 1 Slide the guide off of its storage clip located between the interior body and the seatback 2 Slide the guid...

Page 29: ...ody are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 19 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder...

Page 30: ...g Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 60 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will...

Page 31: ...ross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injurie...

Page 32: ...he shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides...

Page 33: ...bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler chang...

Page 34: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force...

Page 35: ...bags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Y...

Page 36: ...label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child...

Page 37: ...men In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropria...

Page 38: ...he harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness...

Page 39: ...ave used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in...

Page 40: ...ons are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure p...

Page 41: ...t Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle B...

Page 42: ...s an adjustable head restraint fold down the head restraint and route the top strap under it See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 5 CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child re...

Page 43: ...the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored There is no place to anchor the top strap in this position Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Your vehicle has the LATCH system Th...

Page 44: ...the center of the seat where the seat cushion meets the seatback This will allow you to fold the seat cushion up and out of the way Lift the flap to expose the anchors and then lower the seat cushion...

Page 45: ...ons to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Chil...

Page 46: ...the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 40...

Page 47: ...Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt...

Page 48: ...if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing chi...

Page 49: ...We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the...

Page 50: ...ing a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retra...

Page 51: ...le and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an ad...

Page 52: ...l crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in fron...

Page 53: ...ntal airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door There is an airbag readiness light on t...

Page 54: ...irbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows 1...

Page 55: ...The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag cove...

Page 56: ...orm the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 25 mph 29 to 40 km h The threshold level can vary how...

Page 57: ...lows down For side impact airbags inflation is determined by the location and severity of the impact The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions including off road...

Page 58: ...bags Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passeng...

Page 59: ...e only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system wi...

Page 60: ...he driver s airbag and the side airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt T...

Page 61: ...ild restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the...

Page 62: ...ed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sen...

Page 63: ...is including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other af...

Page 64: ...ystem Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Ai...

Page 65: ...Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retract...

Page 66: ...H system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates yo...

Page 67: ...perating Your Vehicle 2 19 New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 20 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 20 Starting the Engine 2 21 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2...

Page 68: ...ge Areas 2 41 Glove Box 2 41 Cupholder s 2 41 Overhead Console 2 41 Center Console Storage Area 2 41 Luggage Carrier 2 42 Rear Floor Storage Lid 2 43 Cargo Cover 2 44 Cargo Tie Downs 2 44 Sunroof 2 45...

Page 69: ...key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the ke...

Page 70: ...mber Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call the Roadside Assistan...

Page 71: ...ration of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range Thi...

Page 72: ...rn may chirp L Panic Alarm Press the horn symbol to make the horn sound The headlamps and taillamps will also flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again or by...

Page 73: ...e KEY FOB BATTERY LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 46 for additional information Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transfe...

Page 74: ...hild can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door...

Page 75: ...and the liftgate can be reopened for up to five seconds from the time the last door is closed Five seconds after the last door is closed all the doors will lock You can lock the doors immediately by...

Page 76: ...ssion is shifted into gear The following instructions detail how to program your door locks differently than the factory setting Choose one of the two programming options listed previously before ente...

Page 77: ...Begin with the ignition off Then pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you and hold it there while you perform the next step 2 Turn the key to RUN and LOCK twice Then with the key in LOCK r...

Page 78: ...y lock 3 Close the door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is on unlock the door and...

Page 79: ...anel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 30 Liftgate Release To unlock the liftgate you may use the power door locks or the remote keyless entry system described earlier The liftglass w...

Page 80: ...dows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especial...

Page 81: ...s have an express down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the switch down Press down briefly on the driver s or front passenger s window switch labeled AUTO to activate the ex...

Page 82: ...witch or the remote keyless entry transmitter The security light should flash 3 Close all doors The security light should turn off after approximately 30 seconds The alarm is not armed until the secur...

Page 83: ...door with the manual door lock and open the door This should set off the alarm When the alarm is set the power door unlock switch is not operational If the alarm does not sound when it should but the...

Page 84: ...e vehicle if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears...

Page 85: ...er is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see your dealer to have a...

Page 86: ...ings like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Notice Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your ve...

Page 87: ...o of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pe...

Page 88: ...andard position but can move closer for better pedal reach This feature can be programmed to work with the memory function if equipped on your vehicle See Memory Seat on page 2 45 The vehicle must be...

Page 89: ...into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded th...

Page 90: ...Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will n...

Page 91: ...ck and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 28 NEUTRAL N In this position the engine does not connect...

Page 92: ...gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use the brakes...

Page 93: ...egular brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press in the button at the end of the lever Hold the button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down Notice Driving...

Page 94: ...If you can leave your vehicle with the key your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle...

Page 95: ...before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission s...

Page 96: ...nly with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here a...

Page 97: ...ew mirror with an eight point compass display located in the upper right portion of the mirror Mirror Operation While sitting in a comfortable position adjust the rearview mirror so you can see clearl...

Page 98: ...s variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate...

Page 99: ...the mirror can go no further To stop this action back the mirror up by moving the control in the opposite direction Fold the mirror in manually before entering a car wash To do this pull the mirror i...

Page 100: ...l centers to provide you with a wide range of safety security information and convenience services A complete OnStar user s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreem...

Page 101: ...ehicle Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges To find out more about OnStar Personal Calling refer to the OnStar user...

Page 102: ...Mute button say the number one at a time wait for the response to each digit then say dial See the OnStar user s guide for more information HomeLink Wireless Control System HomeLink a combined univers...

Page 103: ...el manufactured before April 1 1982 If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your HomeLink Transmitter Read t...

Page 104: ...ash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained HomeLink button an...

Page 105: ...s may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having...

Page 106: ...ing a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do not release the button 2 The...

Page 107: ...for more information Reading Lamps on page 3 18 HomeLink Wireless Control System on page 2 36 Sunroof on page 2 45 Center Console Storage Area If your vehicle has this console compartment squeeze the...

Page 108: ...top of your vehicle Your vehicle may be equipped with a luggage carrier that allows you to load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier if equipped has side rails attached to the roof and pl...

Page 109: ...pening of the rear door Rear Floor Storage Lid CAUTION If any removable convenience item is not secured properly it can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured...

Page 110: ...the following 1 Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully roll it back up 2 Squeeze one endcap and remove it from the pocket in the trim panel 3 Remove the cargo cover from the other endcap...

Page 111: ...f closed press the front of the button to open the sunroof to the vent position The sunroof has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block sun rays If the sunshade is in the closed position it wi...

Page 112: ...lumbar recline and adjustable pedals if equipped positions will not be stored or recalled when using the easy exit seat function The seat position can be saved for up to two drivers To store the easy...

Page 113: ...3 20 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 20 Outlet Adjustment 3 24 Rear Climate Control System 3 24 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 25 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 26 Speedometer and Odometer...

Page 114: ...udio System s 3 56 Setting the Time 3 56 Radio with CD 3 57 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 69 Navigation Radio System 3 81 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 81 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 92 Theft Deterrent Featur...

Page 115: ...NOTES 3 3 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 116: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 117: ...Information Center DIC on page 3 43 H Rear Window Washer Wiper See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 I Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 J Hood Release See...

Page 118: ...lashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To soun...

Page 119: ...These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrum...

Page 120: ...al lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low to high beam push the lever toward the instrument panel To return to low beam headlamps pull the multifunct...

Page 121: ...e windshield wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work 6 Low Speed Put the lever in this position for slow steady wiping cycles 1 High Speed Put the lever in this position for rapid wiping...

Page 122: ...ed to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the control to either 1 2 or 3 For delayed wiping turn the control to 1 or 2 For steady wiping turn the cont...

Page 123: ...cycle after every four front windshield washes The headlamps must be on to be washed If the headlamps are off only the front windshield will be washed See Windshield Washer on page 3 10 for more info...

Page 124: ...on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startl...

Page 125: ...the button and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds cruise control will turn off Move the cruise switch from on to res...

Page 126: ...cruise control will turn off automatically if the traction control system or StabiliTrak system activate if your vehicle is equipped with either feature Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cru...

Page 127: ...amps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL will activate when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps knob is in automatic headlamp mode The light se...

Page 128: ...not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If you start your vehicle in a dark gara...

Page 129: ...ease it The band will return to its original position If you turn on the high beam headlamps the fog lamps will turn off They will turn back on again when you switch back to low beam headlamps When th...

Page 130: ...l come on as long as the dome override lamp override button is not pressed in When all the doors are closed the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then turn off automatically If yo...

Page 131: ...t a maximum of 20 Amps There are two outlets to the right of the cupholder on the floor console To use the outlet remove the cover Replace the cover when not in use Certain electrical accessories may...

Page 132: ...e floor Press the AUTO button the mode button the fan arrows or either temperature knob to turn the system on C Mode Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor instrument...

Page 133: ...also take several minutes of driving before the display updates to the actual outside temperature Automatic Operation AUTO Automatic When automatic operation is active the system will control the insi...

Page 134: ...out of the defroster and side window outlets The recirculation button cannot be selected in floor mode Recirculation Press this button to turn recirculation mode on or off When this button is pressed...

Page 135: ...efog Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture This setting will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets 0 Front Defrost Press the front defrost button to clear the windshield a...

Page 136: ...oughout your vehicle Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle such as hood air deflectors may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Check with your dealer befo...

Page 137: ...hey are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages...

Page 138: ...you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have used and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically Un...

Page 139: ...total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Your vehicle s odometer works together with th...

Page 140: ...e light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their s...

Page 141: ...airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readin...

Page 142: ...atus indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right f...

Page 143: ...ord OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on pag...

Page 144: ...electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories...

Page 145: ...n as possible Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t releas...

Page 146: ...With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds that is normal A chime may also sound when the light comes on If the light stays...

Page 147: ...and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is a probl...

Page 148: ...emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dia...

Page 149: ...ight off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficientl...

Page 150: ...you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days...

Page 151: ...follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Change Engine Oil Light When this light comes on it means that an oil change and other maintenance procedures are required for yo...

Page 152: ...duction in the vehicle s performance may occur The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced The performance may be r...

Page 153: ...h the drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to as...

Page 154: ...bout None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For ex...

Page 155: ...r DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster below the speedometer The DIC buttons are located on the center of the instrument panel above the radio The DIC can display information such as...

Page 156: ...r not correct the problem The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four DIC buttons located on the center of the instrument panel above the radio These buttons are fuel inform...

Page 157: ...n page 5 17 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Engine Oil on page 5 14 and Scheduled...

Page 158: ...gs to your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 50 for more information Select Button r Select Press this button to reset certain DIC functions turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC d...

Page 159: ...rmation DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver s door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstacles and close...

Page 160: ...Warning Light on page 3 43 Filling the Tank on page 5 6 and Fuel on page 5 4 for more information ICE POSSIBLE If the outside temperature reaches a level where ice could form on the roadway this messa...

Page 161: ...cknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display REAR ACCESS OPEN If the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in RUN this message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a chi...

Page 162: ...ce Engine Soon light may come on again during a second trip if the fuel cap is still not tightened properly See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 35 for more information TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn si...

Page 163: ...es UNLOCK DOORS IN PARK default All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P UNLOCK DRIVER IN PARK The driver s door will be unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P UN...

Page 164: ...h time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter UNLOCK FEEDBACK HORN The horn will chirp the second time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the r...

Page 165: ...th the remote keyless entry transmitter PERIMETER LIGHTS OFF The perimeter lights will not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the available opt...

Page 166: ...the next feature For more information on tilt mirror in reverse see Outside Curb View Assist Mirror on page 2 33 Alarm Warning Press the customization button until ALARM WARNING BOTH appears in the d...

Page 167: ...languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Units Press the customization button until UNITS U S ENGLISH appears in the display To se...

Page 168: ...The chime signals related to seat belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio entertainment system If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added...

Page 169: ...ying the Radio P Power Volume Press this knob to turn the system on and off Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume DISP Display When the ignition is turned off press this knob to display...

Page 170: ...ight or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds SCAN will appear on the display and the radio...

Page 171: ...adio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a b...

Page 172: ...nce and the fade to the middle position while in fade or balance push the tone knob then push it again and hold it until you hear one beep To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle positio...

Page 173: ...nel name indicates content with explicit language These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Updating Updating encryption code The encryption co...

Page 174: ...at this time on this channel The system is working properly No Info No Text Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel The system is w...

Page 175: ...topped if it was the last selected audio source When the CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the display As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD pla...

Page 176: ...Display Press this button to see how long the current track has been playing The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press t...

Page 177: ...es the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder If the root directory has...

Page 178: ...l display the file name without the extension such as mp3 as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages will be shortened The display will not show parts of words on the last p...

Page 179: ...o turn off repeat play RPT OFF will appear on the display 4 y Random To random the tracks in the current folder or playlist press and release this pushbutton FLDR RDM will appear on the display Once a...

Page 180: ...ng name To change the default on the display press the DISP knob until you see the display you want then hold this knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will no...

Page 181: ...the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message w...

Page 182: ...e speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the d...

Page 183: ...lay until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to...

Page 184: ...tem Press the AUTO EQ button to select equalization settings designed for equalization one through seven To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the tone knob until the BASS...

Page 185: ...k to Step 1 5 Press CAT to exit category select mode or wait for CAT to time out If the radio cannot find the desired category NOT FOUND will appear on the display and the radio will return to the las...

Page 186: ...ea the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after four second delay The radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear s...

Page 187: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced...

Page 188: ...CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD Press this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player will hold up to six CDs To insert one CD do the...

Page 189: ...and the indicator light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash and EJECT ALL will appear on the display 2 Once the light stops flashing and turns green REMOVE CD will appear on the displ...

Page 190: ...eft arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds have played Press the right arrow to go to the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will c...

Page 191: ...e S LIST should not appear on the display If S LIST is present press the song list button to turn it off 3 Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right ar...

Page 192: ...the display 3 Press and hold the song list button for more than four seconds One beep will be heard followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will be heard after four seconds S LIST EM...

Page 193: ...gation System manual Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system The RSE system includes a DVD player a video display screen two sets of wireless head...

Page 194: ...the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs would not be covered by your warranty Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place Battery Replacement To chan...

Page 195: ...e heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat Audio system if equipped The RSE system will always transmit the audi...

Page 196: ...this section for more information The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is only compatib...

Page 197: ...se the up down left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD z Set up Menu Press this...

Page 198: ...op button has been pressed twice the disc will resume play at the beginning Ejecting a Disc Press the eject button on the DVD player faceplate to eject the disc There is not an eject button on the rem...

Page 199: ...and content of this function will vary for each disc r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing press this button again This button may not work when the DV...

Page 200: ...aying a DVD r Enter Press this button to select the choices that are highlighted in any menu q Return Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu This button will...

Page 201: ...door securely If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be in o...

Page 202: ...ill flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD...

Page 203: ...rking correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error Th...

Page 204: ...ar seat passenger cannot control a source selected on the radio by someone in the front of the vehicle For example the RSA cannot be used to change CD tracks if the radio is set to CD Also if the radi...

Page 205: ...all available preset stations This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a CD is playing press the SEEK button to go to the next track on the CD This functi...

Page 206: ...or more information If your vehicle does not have OnStar press this button to mute the system Press it again or any other radio button to turn on the sound NXT Next Press this button to play a station...

Page 207: ...ildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out The radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference Care of Your CDs and DVDs Handle discs careful...

Page 208: ...ood of the vehicle If tightening is required tighten by hand XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and...

Page 209: ...riving at Night 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 15 City Driving 4 18 Freeway Driving 4 19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 20 Highway Hypnosis 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4...

Page 210: ...nything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can eve...

Page 211: ...s upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the al...

Page 212: ...percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her c...

Page 213: ...g Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction t...

Page 214: ...wer assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system th...

Page 215: ...olling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programm...

Page 216: ...ny emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Limited Slip Rear Axle Your limited slip rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works li...

Page 217: ...h the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems s...

Page 218: ...y your brakes See Braking on page 4 5 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An e...

Page 219: ...on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrende...

Page 220: ...er and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed...

Page 221: ...d when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces becaus...

Page 222: ...emote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old...

Page 223: ...er that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be che...

Page 224: ...g or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems t...

Page 225: ...r standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid...

Page 226: ...n your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driv...

Page 227: ...w of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing sp...

Page 228: ...rtable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of...

Page 229: ...appen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are...

Page 230: ...s tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift...

Page 231: ...wer gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center...

Page 232: ...ive warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secu...

Page 233: ...BS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock Brake Sys...

Page 234: ...p yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around y...

Page 235: ...st This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charge...

Page 236: ...as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see...

Page 237: ...ehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information...

Page 238: ...amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined wei...

Page 239: ...for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific in...

Page 240: ...lls you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your...

Page 241: ...be covered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to s...

Page 242: ...Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System Your vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled air suspension system that automatically keeps your vehicle level as you load and unload The...

Page 243: ...ng without the load leveling function or the inflator being active turn off the ignition The next day turn on the ignition and check the indicator light The vehicle can be driven with the light flashi...

Page 244: ...but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Don t tow a trailer at all during...

Page 245: ...V8 Engine 3 73 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 11 500 lbs 5 216 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo...

Page 246: ...or more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum or 400 lbs 181 kg with...

Page 247: ...u use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distribution spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crossw...

Page 248: ...not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1 500 lbs 680...

Page 249: ...t yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as...

Page 250: ...ent panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be...

Page 251: ...r brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on...

Page 252: ...es Red Battery Feed The chassis wiring ring terminal must be fastened to a stud on the underhood electrical center before the trailer feed will become active If you need to tow a light duty trailer wi...

Page 253: ...d 5 20 Engine Coolant 5 22 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Engine Overheating 5 25 Cooling System 5 27 Engine Fan Noise 5 32 Power Steering Fluid 5 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 34 Brakes 5 35 Battery 5 38...

Page 254: ...ther 5 87 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 88 Care of Safety Belts 5 88 Weatherstrips 5 88 Washing Your Vehicle 5 89 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 89 Finish Care 5 89 Windshield...

Page 255: ...more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 58 You...

Page 256: ...ended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobil...

Page 257: ...not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be c...

Page 258: ...icle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel p...

Page 259: ...system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 35 There may also be a li...

Page 260: ...e s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the fil...

Page 261: ...s side 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood latch up and to the right to release it then lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly...

Page 262: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4 2L L6 engine here is what you will see 5 10 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 263: ...the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 20 F Engine Oil Dipstick See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 14 G Radiator Pressure Cap See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5...

Page 264: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine here is what you will see 5 12 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 265: ...he Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 20 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 5 14 G Radiator Pressure Cap See Radiator Pressure Cap on page...

Page 266: ...rtment Overview on page 5 10 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick mi...

Page 267: ...ions on page 5 106 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area F that shows the proper operating range for the L6 engine or above...

Page 268: ...also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container...

Page 269: ...il life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessar...

Page 270: ...es back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your s...

Page 271: ...e following 1 Remove the screws on the engine cleaner filter and lift off the cover 2 Remove the air cleaner filter from the housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 3 Inspe...

Page 272: ...your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In...

Page 273: ...senger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 10 for more information on location 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both...

Page 274: ...way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle...

Page 275: ...ld not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant m...

Page 276: ...he engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn t...

Page 277: ...3 46 for more information If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear ste...

Page 278: ...rn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If t...

Page 279: ...Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Fan A Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down...

Page 280: ...you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak start the engine again The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not y...

Page 281: ...olant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50...

Page 282: ...the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant t...

Page 283: ...he filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recov...

Page 284: ...icle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged This improve...

Page 285: ...nt cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at t...

Page 286: ...reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to...

Page 287: ...t work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too m...

Page 288: ...fore removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This coul...

Page 289: ...uld result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brak...

Page 290: ...he wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We...

Page 291: ...t must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 v...

Page 292: ...battery The remote negative terminal is located on the front engine lift bracket on vehicles with the 4 2L L6 engine or the engine accessory drive bracket for vehicles with the 5 3L V8 engine and is m...

Page 293: ...go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe ot...

Page 294: ...engine and on the accessory drive bracket for the 5 3L V8 engine 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the veh...

Page 295: ...per cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good bat...

Page 296: ...To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough l...

Page 297: ...problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface The proper level is from 0 to 3 8 inch 0 to 10 mm below the bottom of...

Page 298: ...rface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the front axle you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2...

Page 299: ...for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 51 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer High Intensity...

Page 300: ...tch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps Halogen Bulb Replacement A High Bea...

Page 301: ...to remove it from the headlamp assembly 6 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 7 Install a new bulb and turn it clockwise to secure 8 Reinstall the circular bulb covers if necessary 9 Re...

Page 302: ...e following 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate Liftglass on page 2 13 for more information 2 Remove the screws from the taillamp assembly 3 Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehicle 4 Turn the bu...

Page 303: ...ed here contact your dealer Windshield Replacement Your vehicle is equipped with an acoustic windshield If you ever have to have your windshield replaced be sure to get an acoustic windshield so you w...

Page 304: ...rm hook 3 Remove the insert from the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade as...

Page 305: ...locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement 1 Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass The...

Page 306: ...e an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could...

Page 307: ...U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the ma...

Page 308: ...g Your Vehicle on page 4 29 D DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicl...

Page 309: ...idewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metr...

Page 310: ...a before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 60 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum...

Page 311: ...higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflat...

Page 312: ...rgo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading...

Page 313: ...re tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated ev...

Page 314: ...oring or removing the spare tire see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 71 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most impor...

Page 315: ...e way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial truck tires may...

Page 316: ...TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type...

Page 317: ...quirements Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire gra...

Page 318: ...her separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the facto...

Page 319: ...make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause...

Page 320: ...tacting your vehicle and do not spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Accessory Inflator Your vehicle has an accessory inflator system You can i...

Page 321: ...hutting off again 5 Press and release the switch to turn the inflator off Place the inflator kit tools in the pouch and store it in its proper location Remove the inflator hose from the outlet during...

Page 322: ...ire the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be v...

Page 323: ...Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued C...

Page 324: ...ad The tools you will be using include the wheel wrench A wheel blocks B extension s socket end C handle jack end D and jack E The following instructions explain how to remove the underbody mounted sp...

Page 325: ...ehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 5 79 for more information 3 Tilt the retainer at t...

Page 326: ...m yet 2 Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head 3 Place the handle extension and wheel wrench onto the jack A Front Frame Rear Axle B Jack C Handle D Extension s E W...

Page 327: ...roperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the...

Page 328: ...vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the w...

Page 329: ...hten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can t be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 11 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack han...

Page 330: ...wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 106 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rot...

Page 331: ...ools on page 5 82 for instructions on storing the spare or flat tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damag...

Page 332: ...rs to the ground continue with Step 2 of Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 72 5 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Attach the jack hand...

Page 333: ...degree angle downward Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 11 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire ou...

Page 334: ...UTION Continued properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from your vehicle If this happened when your vehicle was being driven the tire might contact a person or another vehicle caus...

Page 335: ...nd of the extension C on a 45 degree angle downward through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft B 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wren...

Page 336: ...Your Vehicle on page 4 29 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instruction on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Install...

Page 337: ...products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle s interior will continu...

Page 338: ...ust may be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Your dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a prod...

Page 339: ...the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be...

Page 340: ...ppearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield an...

Page 341: ...void surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing so...

Page 342: ...se chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean alu...

Page 343: ...abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an...

Page 344: ...e not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these m...

Page 345: ...ire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surf...

Page 346: ...find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information Production options a...

Page 347: ...t Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems L...

Page 348: ...L6 Engine 5 96 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 349: ...9 Windshield Washer 10 Powertrain Control Module B 11 Fog Lamps 12 Stoplamp 13 Cigar Lighter Fuses Usage 14 Ignition Coils 15 Electric Adjustable Pedals 16 Ignition B 18 Airbag System 19 Electric Bra...

Page 350: ...1 Driver s Side Trailer Turn 52 Hazard Flashers 53 Headlamp Driver Module 54 A I R Solenoid 57 Ignition A J Case Fuses Usage 32 Trailer 33 Anti lock Brake System 34 Ignition A 35 Driver s Side Headlam...

Page 351: ...Pump 42 Windshield Washer 43 High Beam Headlamp 44 Air Conditioning 45 Cooling Fan Relays Usage 46 Headlamp Driver Module 47 Starter 49 Electric Adjustable Pedals 55 A I R Solenoid 59 Low Beam Headlam...

Page 352: ...V8 Engine 5 100 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 353: ...ndshield Washer 10 Powertrain Control Module B 11 Fog Lamps 12 Stoplamp 13 Cigarette Lighter Fuses Usage 14 Ignition Coils 15 Transmission Control Module Canister 16 Ignition B 18 Airbag System 19 Ele...

Page 354: ...7 Headlamp Driver Module 58 Truck Body Controller 1 59 Electric Adjustable Pedals 61 Ignition A J Case Fuses Usage 17 Trailer Turn Signal Stoplamp 32 Trailer 33 Anti lock Brake System 34 Ignition A 35...

Page 355: ...dals 60 Powertrain 63 Low Beam Headlamp 64 Ignition 1 Misc Usage 48 Instrument Panel Battery Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear underseat fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle unde...

Page 356: ...Body Controller 3 05 Blank 06 Blank 07 Truck Body Controller 2 08 Power Seats 09 Rear Wiper 10 Driver Door Module 11 Amplifier 12 Passenger Door Module 13 Blank 14 Left Rear Parking Lamps 15 Blank 16...

Page 357: ...5 33 Front Wipers 34 Ignition 3 35 Vehicle Stop 36 Transmission Control Module Fuses Usage 37 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning B 38 Front Parking Lamps 39 Rear Left Turn Signal 40 Heat Ventilation Ai...

Page 358: ...with Filter 4200 L6 7 0 qt 6 6 L 5300 V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 21 7 gal 82 2 L AWD Transfer Case Lubricant 2 0 qt 1 8 L Transmission Drain and Refill 5 0 qt 4 7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All...

Page 359: ...led Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluid...

Page 360: ...condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we do not know exactly how you will drive it You...

Page 361: ...x So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your dealer do these jobs When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that trained and su...

Page 362: ...r the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 17 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the change engine oil light appears certain services checks and...

Page 363: ...r See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid level...

Page 364: ...ct fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 19 Change automatic transmission flu...

Page 365: ...pers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up bi...

Page 366: ...th will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle i...

Page 367: ...r engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary Se...

Page 368: ...r position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or...

Page 369: ...at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding...

Page 370: ...ke fluid Windshield Washer Windshield Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System Power...

Page 371: ...and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube Par...

Page 372: ...Part Number ACDelco Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24208576 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15036141 A2014C Engine Oil Filter 4200 L6 89017342 PF61 5300 V8 88984215 PF46 Spark Plugs 4200 L6...

Page 373: ...in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all m...

Page 374: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 375: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 376: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 2005 Saab 97X Owner Manual...

Page 377: ...dside Assistance Program 7 4 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 5 Reporting Safety Defects 7 6 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 6 Reporting Safety Defects to...

Page 378: ...ab Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 955 9007 In Canada contact Saab Customer Assistance Centre by calling 1 800 263 1999 English and French We encourage you to call the toll free number in...

Page 379: ...cle visit www owners saabusa com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speec...

Page 380: ...dvisors have access to a nationwide network of recommended service providers The following services are available to handle related emergencies Towing Locksmith Service Flat tire change Gas delivery B...

Page 381: ...ble a variety of trip planning information Highway maps Suggested trip routing Points of interest Tourist information These items and more will be provided to you when you call 1 800 852 9001 and outl...

Page 382: ...others other than with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of...

Page 383: ...Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may call them at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Repor...

Page 384: ...wner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only R...

Page 385: ...e the Airbags 1 47 All Wheel Drive 5 44 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 8 All Wheel Drive Service Light 3 41 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 96 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 96 Anti Lock Brake System...

Page 386: ...gencies 4 8 Parking 2 27 System Warning Light 3 33 Brake Pedal Throttle 2 22 Brakes 5 35 Braking 4 5 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 19 Bulb Replacement 5 47 Halogen Bulbs 5 48 Headl...

Page 387: ...eat Position 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 42 Top Strap 1 35 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 37 Child Restraints cont Where to Put the Restraint 1 34 Cleaning Aluminum...

Page 388: ...ive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 9 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dome Lamp Override 3 18 Dome Lamps 3 17 Door Delayed Locking 2 9 Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2...

Page 389: ...gine Compartment Overview 5 10 Exhaust 2 30 Fan Noise 5 32 Oil 5 14 Oil Life System 5 17 Overheating 5 25 Reduced Power Light 3 40 Starting 2 21 Entry Lighting 3 18 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 5 Exit L...

Page 390: ...Garage Door Opener 2 36 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Specifications 5 4 Gate Ajar Light 3 42 Glove Box 2 41 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 5 Headlamp Aiming 5 47 Headlamps 3 14 Automatic Headl...

Page 391: ...nel Overview 3 4 Instrument Panel I P Brightness 3 17 Cluster 3 26 J Jump Starting 5 39 K Keyless Entry System 2 5 Keys 2 3 L Labelling Tire Sidewall 5 55 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Dome 3...

Page 392: ...e 4 29 Lockout Protection 2 12 Locks Delayed Locking 2 9 Door 2 8 Locks cont Lockout Protection 2 12 Power Door 2 9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Rear Door Security Locks 2 12 Loss of Control...

Page 393: ...Navigation Manual 3 81 New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 O Odometer 3 27 Odometer Trip 3 27 Off Road Driving 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Oil Change Engine Oil Light 3...

Page 394: ...ained Accessory RAP 2 20 Seat 1 2 Steering Fluid 5 33 Windows 2 15 Pretensioners Safety Belt 2 15 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 11 R Radiator Pres...

Page 395: ...ited States Government 7 6 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 1 59 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 60 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 20 Right Front Passenger Positi...

Page 396: ...ut of Park P 2 29 Signals Turn and Lane Change 3 7 Spare Tire 5 84 Accessory Inflator 5 68 Installing 5 74 Removing 5 72 Storing 5 82 Specifications Capacities 5 106 Speedometer 3 27 Starting Your Eng...

Page 397: ...ignment and Tire Balance 5 66 Wheel Replacement 5 66 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 63 Top Strap 1 35 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 37 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 35 Your Vehicl...

Page 398: ...ls iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 66 Replacement 5 66 Where to Put the Restraint 1 34 Windows 2 14 Power 2 15 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 90 Windshield...

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