Saab 9-3 Convertible M2003, Owner'S Manual

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62 Instruments and controls
WINTER Mode Indicator
(automatic transmission)
On cars with automatic transmission the
indicator light comes on when, in the D posi-
tion, you press the WINTER button on the
center console next to the gear selector.
When the car is in the Winter mode it starts
in 3rd gear, which gives a better grip in
slippery conditions by reducing the ten-
dency to spin the wheels.
Cancel
Winter mode by again depressing
the WINTER button; see also page 151.
CHECK message
indicator
This light indicates that there is a message
in the Saab Information Display (SID). A
chime will also sound (see page 70).
Automatic transmission
fault indicator
On a car with an automatic transmission,
this warning symbol is illuminated if a fault
has been detected in the transmission.
Switch the ignition off and on again to check
if the fault persists.
Even if the fault persists, it is still possible in
most cases to drive the car.
Have the automatic transmission checked
by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as
possible.
Rear fog light Indicator
This light shows when the rear fog light is on
(see page 75).
The rear fog light is switched off automati-
cally when the engine is switched off. When
the fog light is next needed, it will have to be
switched on manually again.
High beam Indicator
The symbol is lit when the high beam
is on.
Open door Indicator
If a door has not been closed properly, the
pictogram will indicate the door concerned
(or trunk).
NOTICE
If the control module has actuated the
Limp-home function for the automatic
transmission, the car will remain in 4th
gear when D and 3rd are selected,
making it very sluggish. To overcome
this, select position 2 to prevent unneces-
sary wear on the transmission. The trans-
mission then starts in 3rd gear. When the
car is moving you can select position D
or 3.
When the indicator light is on, the car
must not be driven with a trailer attached.
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