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The LSD provides optimum distribution of power according to the difference in revo- lutions between the right and left wheels that may be caused by certain driving con- ditions, thereby improving driving stability on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads or when high speed driving.
Never start the engine while a tire on one side is jacked up, as the vehicle may move.
If one tire is spinning in mud, avoid continued spinning at high speed as this could adversely af- fect the LSD.
If you use a temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire, be sure to use the original temporary spare tire stored in the vehicle. Using other sizes will adversely affect the LSD.
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Power steering The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort. NOTE Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adja- cent to the power steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is nor- mal. It does not indicate power steering system trouble.
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
Braking ¢ Braking tips
Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings. q When the brakes get wet When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a re- sult, brake stopping distance will be long- er. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. q Use of engine braking Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking. When descend- ing a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating, caused by overheated brake pads. To help prevent this, shift into a lower gear to get stronger engine braking. q Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly
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when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driv- ing straight ahead while gradually reduc- ing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.
¢ Brake system q Two separate circuits Your vehicle has two separate circuit brake systems. Each circuit works diago- nally across the vehicle. If one circuit of the brake system should fail, the other half of the system still works. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will go down much closer to the floor than usual and you will need to press it down much harder. And a much longer distance will be needed to stop the vehicle. q Brake booster The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. Do not turn off the engine while driving because that will turn off the brake booster, result- ing in poor braking power. The brakes will continue to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to push the pedal much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase.
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¢ Disc brake pad wear warning
indicators
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The disc brake pad wear warning indica- tors on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn. If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, imme- diately have your vehicle checked by your Saab dealer.ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) The ABS system prevents the lock-up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfac- es. This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directional stability caused by wheel lock-up. When the ABS system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal when the ABS operates. The ABS system will not operate when the vehicle speed is below approximately 6
mph (10 km/h).Always use the utmost care in driv- ing – overconfidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a seri- ous accident.
The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always maintain a safe fol- lowing distance from other vehi- cles.
When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or over deep newly fallen snow, stopping distances may be longer for a vehicle with the ABS system than one without. When driving under these conditions, therefore, reduce your speed and leave am- ple distance from other vehicles. When you feel the ABS system operating, you should maintain constant brake pedal pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal since doing so may defeat the op- eration of the ABS system.
¢ ABS system self-check Just after the vehicle is started, you may feel on the brake pedal a vibration similar to when the ABS operates, and you may also hear the sound of the ABS working from the engine compartment. This is caused by an automatic functional test of
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ter the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off. The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it goes out when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 8 mph (12 km/h). The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off.
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the ABS system being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition.
¢ ABS warning light
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The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion and goes out after approximately two seconds. This is an indication that the ABS system is working properly. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may come on. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will go out.When the warning light is on, the ABS function shuts down; however, the conventional brake system con- tinues to operate normally. If the warning light behaves as follows, the ABS system may not be working properly. The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, but it does not go out even when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 8 mph (12
km/h). The warning light comes on dur-
ing driving.
If these occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available oppor- tunity by your Saab dealer.
NOTE If the warning light behavior is as de- scribed in the following, the ABS sys- tem may be considered normal. The warning light comes on right af-
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Electronic Brake Force Dis- tribution (EBD) system The EBD system maximizes the effective- ness of the brakes by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force. It functions by adjusting the distribution of braking force to the rear wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s loading condition and speed. The EBD system is an integral part of the ABS system and uses some of the ABS system’s components to perform its func- tion of optimizing the distribution of brak- ing force. If any of the ABS components used by the EBD function fails, the EBD system also stops working. When the EBD system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the near- est Saab dealer and have the system in- spected. 4. If both warning lights come on again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine again, apply the parking brake, and check the brake fluid level. 5. If the brake fluid level is not below the “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest Saab dealer and have the system inspected. 6. If the brake fluid level is below the “MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. In- stead, have the vehicle towed to the near- est Saab dealer for repair.
¢ Steps to take if EBD system
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If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system, the system stops working and the brake system warning light and ABS warning light come on simultaneously. The EBD system may be faulty if the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously during driv- ing. Even if the EBD system fails, the conven- tional braking system will still function. However, the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the brakes are ap- plied harder than usual and the vehicle’s motion may therefore become somewhat harder to control. If the brake system warning light and ABSA1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 19 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 8:37 AM
Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a Saab dealer immediately.
If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest Saab dealer for repair.
Parking your vehicle ¢ Parking brake To set the parking brake, press the brake pedal firmly and hold it down while fully pulling up the parking brake lever.
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To release the parking brake, pull the le- ver up slightly, press the release button, then lower the lever while keeping the but- ton pressed. When the parking brake is set while the engine is running, the parking brake warn- ing light comes on. After starting the vehi- cle, be sure that the warning light has gone out before the vehicle is driven. Re- fer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section (chapter 3).Starting and operating 7-19
Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause unnec- essary wear on the brake linings. Before starting to drive, always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released.
¢ Parking tips When parking your vehicle, always set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in the “1” (1st) for an upgrade or “R” (Re- verse) for a downgrade for manual trans- mission vehicles, or in the “P” (Park) posi- tion for automatic transmission vehicles. Always set the parking brake firmly when parking your vehicle. Never rely on the transmission alone to hold the vehicle.
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If your vehicle has a front under- spoiler and rear underspoiler (both optional), pay attention to blocks and other obstructions on the ground when parking. The under- spoilers could be damaged by con- tact with them.
Never leave unattended children or pets in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent opera- tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, the temperature in a closed vehicle could quickly be- come high enough to cause se- vere or possibly fatal injuries to people.
Do not park the vehicle over flam- mable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags, as they may burn easily if they come near hot engine or exhaust sys- tem parts.
Be sure to stop the engine if you take a nap in the vehicle. If engine exhaust gas enters the passenger compartment, occupants in the vehicle could die from carbon monoxide (CO) contained in the exhaust gas.
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Cruise control Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is 25
mph (40 km/h) or more. Make sure the main switch is turned “OFF” when the cruise control is not in use to avoid unin- tentionally setting the cruise control. NOTE If you move the cruise control lever or press the main switch button while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flash- es. To reactivate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position.Do not use the cruise control under any of the following conditions. This may cause loss of vehicle control: driving up or down a steep grade driving in the rain or on slippery or
winding roads
driving in heavy traffic
¢ To set cruise control
vehicle reaches the desired speed.
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1. Push the main switch button.
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” indicator light on the instru-The “ ment cluster will come on. 2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the
At this time, the “ illuminated in the instrument cluster.
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The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. Vehicle speed can be temporarily in- creased while driving with the cruise con- trol activated. Simply depress the acceler- ator pedal to accelerate the vehicle. When the accelerator pedal is released, the ve- hicle will return to and maintain the previ- ous cruising speed.
¢ To temporarily cancel the
cruise control
There are five ways to cancel the cruise control temporarily:
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Pull the control lever in the “CANCEL” direction. Depress the brake pedal.(automatic
Depress the clutch pedal (manual trans- mission vehicles only). Shift the selector lever into the “N” posi- tion transmission vehicles only). Shift the shift lever into neutral (manual transmission vehicles only). The “ ” indicator light in the instru- ment cluster goes off when the cruise con- trol is cancelled. To resume the cruise control after it has been temporarily canceled and with vehi- cle speed of approximately 20 mph (32
km/h) or more, push the control lever up- ward in the “RES/ACC” direction to return to the original cruising speed automatical- ly. The “ ” indicator light in the instru- ment cluster will automatically come on at this time.¢ To turn off the cruise control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Push the main switch again. Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position (but only when the vehi- cle is completely stopped).
¢ To change the cruising speed q To increase the speed (by control le-
ver)
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Push the control lever upward in the “RES/ACC” direction and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Then, release the control lever. The vehicle speed at that moment will be memorized and treated as the new set speed. When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set speed is less than 4 mph (6.8 km/h), the set speed can be increased 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time by pressing the control lever upward in the “RES/ACC” direction quickly.A1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 23 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 8:37 AM
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q To increase the speed (by accelera-
tor pedal)
1. Depress the accelerator pedal to accel- erate the vehicle to the desired speed. 2. Push the control lever downward in the “SET/COAST” direction once. Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will keep running at that speed without de- pressing the accelerator pedal. NOTE If the difference between the actual ve- hicle speed when the control lever is pushed downward and the speed last time you set it is less than 4 mph (6.8
km/h), the vehicle speed will be low- ered by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). This occurs because the cruise control system unit regards this lever operation as that in- tended to decrease the vehicle speed.q To decrease the speed (by control
lever)
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Push the control lever downward in the “SET/COAST” direction and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Then, release the control lever. The vehi- cle speed at that moment will be memo- rized and treated as the new set speed. When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set speed is less than 4 mph (6.8 km/h), the set speed can be lowered 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time by pressing the control lever downward in the “SET/COAST” direction quickly.q To decrease the speed (by brake
pedal)
1. Depress the brake pedal to release cruise control temporarily. 2. When the speed decreases to the de- sired speed, press the control lever down- ward in the “SET/COAST” direction once. Now the desired speed is set and the ve- hicle will keep running at that speed with- out depressing the accelerator pedal.
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Driving tips
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) .............................................. Fuel economy hints ............................................ Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .......... Catalytic converter ............................................. Periodic inspections .......................................... Driving in foreign countries .............................. Driving tips for AWD vehicles ........................... Off road driving .................................................. Winter driving ..................................................... Operation during cold weather .............................. Driving on snowy and icy roads ............................ Corrosion protection .............................................. Snow tires ................................................................ Tire chains ............................................................... Rocking the vehicle ................................................
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8-18Warranties and maintenance ................................. Maximum load limits .............................................. Trailer hitches ......................................................... Connecting a trailer ................................................ Trailer towing tips ...................................................
3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
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Driving tips
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) The performance and long life of your ve- hicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km): Do not race the engine. And do not al- low engine speed to exceed 4,000 rpm ex- cept in an emergency. Do not drive at one constant engine or vehicle speed for a long time, either fast or slow. Avoid starting suddenly and rapid accel- eration, except in an emergency. Avoid hard braking, except in an emer- gency. The same break-in procedures should be applied to an overhauled engine, newly mounted engine or when brake pads or brake linings are replaced with new ones.
Fuel economy hints The following suggestions will help to save your fuel. Select the proper gear position for the speed and road conditions. Avoid sudden acceleration or decelera- tion. Always accelerate gently until you reach the desired speed. Then try to main- tain that speed for as long as possible. Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the engine. Avoid unnecessary engine idling. Keep the engine properly tuned. Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire label, which is located under the door latch on the driv- er’s side. Low pressure will increase tire wear and fuel consumption. Use the air conditioner only when nec- essary. Keep the front and rear wheels in prop- er alignment. Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or cargo.
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)
Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains car- bon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
Always properly maintain the en- gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, except for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it.
Avoid remaining in a parked vehi- cle for a lengthy time while the en- gine is running. If that is unavoid- able, then use the ventilation fan to force fresh air into the vehicle. Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille free from snow, leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system always works properly.
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If at any time you suspect that ex- haust fumes are entering the vehi- cle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as possi- ble. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all win- dows fully open.
Keep the trunk lid or rear liftgate closed while driving to prevent ex- haust gas from entering the vehi- cle. NOTE Due to the expansion and contraction of the metals used in the manufacture of the exhaust system, you may hear a crackling sound coming from the ex- haust system for a short time after the engine has been shut off. This sound is normal.
Catalytic converter
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The catalytic converter is installed in the exhaust system. It serves as catalyst to reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust gas- es, thus providing cleaner exhaust. To avoid damage to the catalytic convert- er: Use only unleaded fuel. Even a small amount of leaded fuel will damage the cat- alytic converter. Never start the engine by pushing or pulling the vehicle. Avoid racing the engine. Never turn off the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving. Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel the engine running rough (misfiring, back- firing or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Saab dealer. Do not apply undercoating or rust pre- vention treatment to the heat shield of cat- alytic converter and the exhaust system.
Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive or park the vehicle anywhere near flammable materials (e.g. grass, paper, rags or leaves), because the catalytic converter operates at very high temperatures.
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Keep everyone and flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.
Periodic inspections To keep your vehicle in the best condition at all times, always have the recommend- ed maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the “Saab War- ranty and Service Record Booklet” per- formed at the specified time or mileage in- tervals.
Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in an- other country: Confirm the availability of the correct fu- el. (Refer to the “Fuel requirements” sec- tion in chapter 7.) Comply with all regulations and require- ments of each country.
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Driving tips for AWD vehicles
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All-Wheel Drive distributes the engine power to all four wheels. AWD vehicles provide better traction when driving on slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and when moving out of mud, dirt and sand. By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration and added en- gine braking force during deceleration. Therefore, your Saab AWD vehicle may handle differently than an ordinary two wheel drive vehicle and it contains some features unique to AWD. For safety pur- poses as well as to avoid damaging the AWD system, you should keep the follow- ing tips in mind: An AWD vehicle is better able to climb steeper roads under snowy or slippery conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle. There is little difference in handling, how- ever, during extremely sharp turns or sud- den braking. Therefore, when driving down a slope or turning corners, be sure to reduce your speed and maintain an am- ple distance from other vehicles. When replacing a tire, make sure you use only the same size, construction, brand, and load range as the original tires listed on the tire label. Using other sizes, circumference or construction may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking, speedometer/odometer calibration, and clearance between the body and tires. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control. If you use a temporary spare tire to re- place a flat tire, be sure to use the original temporary spare tire stored in the vehicle. Using other sizes may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle. Always check the cold tire pressure be- fore starting to drive. The recommended tire pressure is provided on the tire label, which is located under the door latch on
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the driver’s side on U.S. vehicles or in the glovebox on Canadian vehicles. Tire chains should always be placed on the front wheels only. There are some precautions that you must observe when towing your vehicle. For detail information, see the “Towing” section in chapter 9.
Always maintain a safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under other similar conditions. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All-Wheel Drive vehicle could easily lead to a seri- ous accident.
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Off road driving
Always maintain a safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under other similar conditions. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All-Wheel Drive vehicle could easily lead to a seri- ous accident.
Do not drive on rough roads or over curbs in a vehicle that has 17-inch or other ultra-low-profile tires. The wheels and tires could be damaged by shock forces, leading to abnor- mal vibration or poor straight-line tracking. Driving would then be more difficult. Your AWD vehicle is neither a convention- al off-road vehicle nor an all terrain vehi- cle. It is a passenger car designed prima- rily for on-road use. The AWD feature gives it some limited off-road capabilities
in situations in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and other- wise similar to on-road driving conditions. Operating it under other than those condi- tions could subject the vehicle to exces- sive stress which might result in damage not eligible for repair under warranty. If you do take your Saab 9-2X off road, you should review the common sense precau- tions in the next section for general guid- ance. Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles, or roads flooded with water. Wa- ter entering the engine air intake or the ex- haust pipe or water splashing onto electri- cal parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall.
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¢ Operation during cold weath-
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Carry some emergency equipment, such as tire chains, a window scraper, a bag of sand, flares, a small shovel, and jumper cables. Check the battery and cables. Cold tem- peratures reduce battery capacity. The battery must be in good condition to pro- vide enough power for cold winter starts. Use an engine oil of proper grade and vis- cosity for cold weather. Heavy summer oil will cause harder starting.
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Keep the door locks from freezing by squirting them with deicer or glycerin. Forcing a frozen door open may damage or separate the rubber weather strips around the door. If the door is frozen, use hot water to melt the ice, and afterwards thoroughly wipe the water away. Use a windshield washer fluid that con- tains an antifreeze solution. Do not use engine antifreeze or other substitutes be- cause they may damage the paint of the vehicle. q Before driving your vehicle Before entering the vehicle, remove any snow or ice from your shoes because that could make the pedals slippery and dan- gerous. While warming up the vehicle before driv- ing, check that the accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and all other controls operate smoothly. Clear away ice and snow that has accu- mulated under the fenders to avoid mak- ing steering difficult. During severe winter driving, stop when and where it is safe to do so and check under the fenders period- ically.
q Parking in cold weather Do not use the parking brake when park- ing for long periods in cold weather since it could freeze in that position. Instead, ob- serve the following. 1. Place the shift lever in “1” or “R” for manual transmission vehicles, and in “P” for automatic transmission vehicles. 2. Use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. When the vehicle is parked in snow or when it snows, raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to them. When the vehicle has been left parked af- ter use on roads heavily covered with snow, or has been left parked during a snowstorm, icing may develop on the brake system, which could cause poor braking action. Check for snow or ice buildup on the suspension, disc brakes and brake hoses underneath the vehicle. If there is caked snow or ice, remove it, being careful not to damage the disc brakes and brake hoses and ABS har- ness.
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Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle if you park the vehicle in snow with the engine running. q Refueling in cold weather To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weath- er. Use only additives that are specifically de- signed for this purpose. When an anti- freeze additive is used, its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. If your Saab is not going to be used for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.
¢ Driving on snowy and icy
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your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to avoid the need for sudden braking. To supplement the foot brake, use the en- gine brake effectively to control the vehi- cle speed. (Shift into a lower gear when necessary.) Avoid shifting down abruptly. Such behav- ior can cause the wheels to lock, possibly leading to loss of vehicle control. An anti-lock brake system (ABS) enhanc- es your vehicle’s braking performance on snowy and icy roads. Refer to the “ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)” section in chap- ter 7 for information on braking on slippery surfaces. NOTE The following tires are summer tires. Compared with winter and all-season tires, summer tires give significantly less grip on snowy and icy road surfac- es. Avoid driving on snowy and icy road surface with summer tires. Optional 215/45R17 tires for Aero
Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads. This may cause loss of vehi- cle control.
Avoid prolonged continuous driving in snowstorms. Snow will enter the engine’s intake system and may hinder the air flow, which could re- sult in engine shutdown or even breakdown. q Wiper operation when snowing Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, use the defroster with the airflow control dial in the “ ” position and the temperature control dial set for maximum warmth until the wiper blades are com- pletely thawed out. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer, it is helpful to thaw the windshield wiper blades. To thaw out the rear wiper blade, use the rear window defogger. When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of the wind- shield despite wiper operation, use the de- froster with the airflow control dial in “ ” and the temperature control dial set for maximum warmth. After the wind- shield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it, wash it away using the windshield washer.
Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively. If snow is stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to a safe place, then remove it. If you stop the vehicle at road side, use the hazard warning flasher to alert other drivers. We recommend use of non-freezing type wiper blades (winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and sub- zero temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle.
During high-speed driving, non- freezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper blades. If this happens, reduce the vehicle speed. NOTE When the season requiring non-freez- ing type wiper blades is over, replace them with standard wiper blades.
¢ Corrosion protection Refer to the “Corrosion protection” section (chapter 10).
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¢ Snow tires
When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you use only the same size, construc- tion and load range as the original tires listed on the tire label. Using other sizes and construction may affect speedometer/odometer cal- ibration and clearance between the body and tires. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of ve- hicle control.
You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, con- struction, brand, and load range. Mixing other sizes or construc- tions may result in severe me- chanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking and speed- ometer/odometer calibration. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control.
Do not use a combination of radi- al, belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an ac- cident.
Your vehicle may be equipped with “all season tires” as original equipment, which are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking performance in year-round driving. In win- ter, it may be possible to enhance perfor- mance through use of tires designed spe- cifically for winter driving conditions. The optional 215/45R17 tires for the Aero model are summer tires. Compared with winter and all-season tires, summer tires give significantly less grip on snowy and icy road surfaces. Therefore, use of winter tires is strongly recommended when driv- ing with such road conditions. When you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire size and type. You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, construc- tion, brand and load range and you should never mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may result in dangerous han- dling characteristics. When you choose a tire, make sure that there is enough clear- ance between the tire and vehicle body. Remember to drive with care at all times regardless of the type of tires on your ve- hicle.
¢ Tire chains Driving on snowy grades or icy roads may require the use of tire chains, in which
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case put the chains on the front wheels only. Use only SAE class S type chains that are of the correct size for your tires so as not to damage the vehicle body or sus- pension. When driving with tire chains, drive at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h). When a temporary spare tire is on a front wheel, replace the temporary spare tire with the rear tire on the same side of the vehicle, and then fit chains on the front tires. Always use the utmost care when driving with tire chains – overconfidence because you are driving with tire chains could eas- ily lead to a serious accident.
Tire chains cannot be used on tires listed in the following because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body. Optional 215/45R17 tires for Aero
¢ Rocking the vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, depress the acceler- ator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between “D” and “R”
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repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. When the road surface is extremely slip- pery, you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than 1st (both for MT and AT). Refer to the “Automatic transmission” sec- tion in chapter 7 for information on holding the transmission in 2nd position.
Loading your vehicle
Never allow passengers to ride on a folded rear seatback, in the trunk or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury.
Never stack luggage or other car- go higher than the top of the seat- back because it could tumble for- ward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or acci- dent. Keep luggage or cargo low, as close to the floor as possible.
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When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle during sudden stops, sharp turns or in an accident.
Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. These loads raise the vehi- cle’s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over.
Secure lengthy items properly to prevent them from shooting for- ward and causing serious injury during a sudden stop.
Never exceed the maximum load limit. If you do, some parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle han- dles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Do not place anything on the rear shelf behind the extended lug- gage cover. Such items could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or a collision. This could cause serious injury.
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Do not carry spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo.
¢ Vehicle capacity weight
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The load capacity of your vehicle is deter- mined by weight, not by available cargo space. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is shown on the vehicle la- bel attached to the driver’s side door pillar. It includes the total weight of driver and all passengers and their belongings, any op- tional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer.Driving tips 8-11
¢ GVWR and GAWR (Gross Ve-
hicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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In addition, the total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating luggage inside the vehicle. Even if the total weight of your luggage is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, ei- ther front or rear GAW may exceed the GAWR, depending on the distribution of the luggage. When possible, the load should be evenly distributed throughout the vehicle. If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you should confirm that GVW and front and rear GAWs are within the GVWR and GAWR by putting your vehicle on a vehi- cle scale, found at a commercial weighing station. Do not use replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals because they may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a high- er load range than the originals do not in- crease the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
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Cargo can be carried after securing the roof crossbar kit and installing the appro- priate carrying attachment. When install- ing the roof crossbar kit, follow the manu- facturer’s instructions.When you carry cargo on the roof using the roof crossbar kit and a carrying attach- ment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained in the following. You should also be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). See the “Loading your vehicle” section in this chapter for in- formation on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle. The maximum load limit of the cargo, crossbars and carrying attach- ment must not exceed 100 lbs (45 kg). Place the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the roof, and evenly distribute the cargo. Always properly secure all cargo.
When using the roof crossbar kit, make sure that the total weight of the crossbars, carrying attach- ment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Overload- ing may cause damage to the ve- hicle and create a safety hazard.
Do not carry cargo on the roof when the crossbars are removed. Luggage on the roof will be thrown forward or backward in sudden stops or rapid accelera- tions, resulting in a dangerous road hazard.
q Installing carrying attachments on
the crossbars
When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the cross- bars, follow the manufacturer’s instruc- tions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the crossbars. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. A set of the crossbars is de- signed to carry loads (cargo and attach- ment) of not more than 100 lbs (45 kg). Before operating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment. NOTE Remember that the vehicle’s center of gravity is altered with the weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting the driving characteristics. Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be increased.
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Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed and intended to be used primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on fuel economy. If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safe- ty and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious op- eration of your vehicle. Seek the advice of your Saab dealer to assist you in purchas- ing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle. In addition, be sure to follow the instructions on correct installation and use provided by the trailer and other towing equipment manufacturers. Saab assumes no responsibility for inju- ries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any er- rors or omissions in the instructions ac- companying such equipment or for your failure to follow the proper instructions.
¢ Warranties and maintenance For details of application of warranties to vehicle damage or malfunctions related with trailer towing, please refer to the “Saab Warranty and Service Record
Booklet”. If you use your vehicle to tow a trailer, more frequent maintenance will be required due to the additional load. (Refer to “Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions” in the “Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet”.) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (en- gine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving.
¢ Maximum load limits
Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Ex- ceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage.
Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.
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Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are acceptable.
q Total trailer weight
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Total trailer weight The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown in the following table.
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Model
Conditions
MT models When towing a trailer without brakes.
When towing a trailer with brakes.
AT models When towing a trailer without brakes.
When towing a trailer with brakes.
When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade con- tinuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above.
Maximum total trailer
weight
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
2,000 lbs (906 kg)
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
2,000 lbs (906 kg)
1,000 lbs (453 kg)
q Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
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Gross Vehicle Weight The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the com- bined total of the weight of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the situation. Determine the GVW each time before going on a trip by putting your vehicle and trailer on a vehicle scale.
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Certification label GVWR is shown on the certification plate located on the driver’s side door jamb of your vehicle.
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q Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
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q Tongue load
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Gross Axle Weight The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle. The front and rear GAWR are also shown on the certification plate.
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Certification label To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that the total weight and weight distribution are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing sta- tion. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.
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Tongue load Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of 200 lbs (90 kg).
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1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the following illustration. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing cou- pler at the height at which it would be dur- ing actual towing, using a jack as shown.
F: Front of vehicle The tongue load can be adjusted by prop- er distribution of the load in the trailer. Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front; approximately 60 percent of the trailer load should be in the front and approximately 40 percent in the rear. Also, distribute the load as even- ly as possible on both the left and right sides. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.
If the trailer is loaded with more weight in the back of trailer’s axle than in the front, the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced dur- ing cornering, resulting in over- steer, spin out and/or jackknifing.
¢ Trailer hitches Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer.
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Never drill the frame or under-body of your vehicle to install a commer- cial trailer hitch. If you do, danger- ous exhaust gas, water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the drilled hole. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Also, drilling the frame or under- body of your vehicle could cause deterioration of strength of your ve- hicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole.
Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment.
Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires.
The use of a genuine Saab trailer hitch is recommended. A genuine Saab hitch is available from your Saab dealer.
If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoid- able, be sure the hitch is suited to your ve- hicle and trailer. Consult with a profes- sional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your ve- hicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch man- ufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper. The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load. For all types of hitches, regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight. ¢ Connecting a trailer q Trailer brakes If your trailer’s total weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg), the trailer is required to be equipped with its own brake system. Elec- tric brakes or surge brakes are recom- mended, and must be installed properly. Check that your trailer’s brakes conform with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. Your Saab’s brake system is not designed to be tapped into the trailer’s hydraulic brake system.
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Please ask your Saab dealer and profes- sional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer’s brake system.
Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.
Do not directly connect your trail- er’s hydraulic brake system to the hydraulic brake system in your vehicle. Direct connection would cause the vehicle’s brake perfor- mance to deteriorate and could lead to an accident. q Trailer safety chains In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should break or become disconnect- ed, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. For safety, always connect the towing ve- hicle and trailer with trailer safety chains. Pass the chains crossing each other un- der the trailer tongue to prevent the trailer from dropping onto the ground in case the trailer tongue should disconnect from the hitch ball. Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight-turn situations into ac-
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count; however, be careful not to let them drag on the ground. For more information about the safety chain connection, refer to the instructions for your hitch and trailer.
Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Towing a trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. q Side mirrors
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After hitching a trailer to your vehicle, check that the standard side mirrors pro-vide a good rearward field of view without significant blind spots. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle’s standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that con- form with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. q Trailer lights Connection of trailer lights to your vehi- cle’s electrical system requires modifica- tions to the vehicle’s lighting circuit to in- crease its capacity and accommodate wir- ing changes. To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your Saab dealer. Check for proper oper- ation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up.
Direct splicing or other improper connection of trailer lights may damage your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction of your vehicle’s lighting system. q Tires Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle are properly inflated to the pressure spec- ified on the tire label located on the left center pillar of your vehicle. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in ac- cordance with the trailer manufacturer’s specifications. In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire when towing a trailer, ask a commercial road service to repair the flat tire. If you carry a regular size spare tire in your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare tire is firmly secured.
Never tow a trailer when the tempo- rary spare tire is used. The tempo- rary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle.
¢ Trailer towing tips
Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly coun- try on hot days.
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When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be dif- ferent from normal operation. For safety’s sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trail- er and you should never speed. You should also keep the follow- ing tips in mind:
q Before starting out on a trip Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to- hitch mounting are in good condition. If any problems are apparent, do not tow the trailer. Check that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle is tipped sharply up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the load and its distribution are acceptable. Check that the tire pressures are cor- rect. Check that the vehicle and trailer are connected properly. Confirm that
– the trailer tongue is connected prop- erly to the hitch ball. – the trailer lights connector is connect- ed properly and trailer’s brake lights illu- minate when the vehicle’s brake pedal is pressed, and that the trailer’s turn sig-
nal lights flash when the vehicle’s turn signal lever is operated. – the safety chains are connected prop- erly. – all cargo in the trailer is secured safe- ty in position. – the side mirrors provide a good rear- ward field of view without a significant blind spot.
Sufficient time should be taken to learn the “feel” of the vehicle/trailer combination before starting out on a trip. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up. q Driving with a trailer You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. Avoid sudden braking because it may re- sult in skidding or jackknifing and loss of control. Avoid abrupt starts and sudden acceler- ations. If your vehicle has a manual trans- mission, always start out in first gear and release the clutch at moderate engine rev- olution. Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and rapid lane changes. Slow down before turning. Make a long- er than normal turning radius because the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehi- cle wheels to the inside of the turn. In a
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tight turn, the trailer could hit your vehicle. Crosswinds will adversely affect the handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus- ing sway. Crosswinds can be due to weather conditions or the passing of large trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel and slow down im- mediately but gradually. When passing other vehicles, consider- able distance is required because of the added weight and length caused by at- taching the trailer to your vehicle.
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1) Left turn 2) Right turn Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice. When backing up with a trailer, never accelerate or steer rapidly. When turning back, grip the bottom of the
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transmission) or “P” (automatic transmis- sion) and shut off the engine.
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steering wheel with one hand and turn it to the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right for a right turn. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed im- mediately by the nearest Saab dealer.
q Driving on grades Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if neces- sary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent over- heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water temperature gauge pointer (for all vehicles) and AT OIL TEMP warning light (for AT vehicles) since the engine and transmission are relatively prone to overheating under these condi- tions. If the water temperature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT zone or the AT OIL TEMP warning light illumi- nates, immediately switch off the air con- ditioner and stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place. Refer to the “Engine overheat- ing” section in chapter 9, and “Warning and indicator lights” section in chapter 3.
If your vehicle has an automatic trans- mission, avoid using the accelerator pedal to stay stationary on an uphill slope in- stead of using the parking brake or foot brake. That may cause the transmission fluid to overheat. If your vehicle has an automatic trans- mission, place the selector lever as fol- lows: Uphill slopes: “D” position Downhill slopes: A low-speed gear posi- tion to use engine braking
q Parking on a grade Always block the wheels under both vehi- cle and trailer when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. You should not park on a hill or slope. But if parking on a hill or slope cannot be avoided, you should take the following steps: 1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down. 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- der both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel blocks are in place, re- lease the regular brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. 4. Apply the regular brakes and then ap- ply the parking brake; slowly release the regular brakes. 5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (manual
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If you park your vehicle in case of an
emergency ....................................................... Temporary spare tire .......................................... Flat tires .............................................................. Changing a flat tire ................................................. Jump starting ...................................................... How to jump start ...................................................
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Engine overheating ............................................ 9-10If steam is coming from the engine compartment ......................................................... If no steam is coming from the engine compartment .........................................................
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Towing ................................................................. 9-10
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9-12Towing and tie-down hooks .................................. Using a flat-bed truck ............................................. Towing with all wheels on the ground ..................
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Rear liftgate – if the rear liftgate cannot be
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Moonroof – if the moonroof cannot be closed 9-14
Maintenance tools .............................................. 9-15
9-15Jack and jack handle ..............................................
3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
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If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency
In case of emergency
NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.
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The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to safely pull off the road if a problem occurs. The hazard warning flasher can be acti- vated regardless of the ignition switch po- sition. Turn on the hazard warning by pushing the hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it off by pushing the switch again.Temporary spare tire The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire and is de- signed for emergency use only. Remove the temporary spare tire and re-install the conventional tire as soon as possible be- cause the spare tire is designed only for temporary use. Check the inflation pressure of the tempo- rary spare tire periodically to keep the tire ready for use. The correct pressure is 60
psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2). When using the temporary spare tire, note the following. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not put a tire chain on the temporary spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size, a tire chain will not fit properly. Do not use two or more temporary spare tires at the same time. Do not drive over obstacles. This tire has a smaller diameter, so road clearance is reduced.A1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 3 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 8:37 AM
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1) Tread wear indicator bar 2) Indicator location mark When the wear indicator appears on the tread, replace the tire. The temporary spare tire must be used only on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tire gets punctured, replace the wheel with a rear wheel and install the temporary spare tire in place of the removed rear wheel.
1) Spare fuse 2) FWD connector NOTE (If your vehicle is AWD with automatic transmission, except Turbo models) Before driving your vehicle with the temporary spare tire, put a spare fuse inside the FWD connector in the main fuse box located in the engine com- partment and confirm that the Front- wheel drive warning light “FWD” in the instrument cluster comes on. The All- Wheel Drive capability of the vehicle has now deactivated. After re-installing the conventional tire, remove the spare fuse from the FWD connector in order to reactivate All-Wheel Drive.
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Never tow a trailer when the tempo- rary spare tire is used. The tempo- rary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle and may lead to an accident.
Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original. Using other sizes may result in severe mechani- cal damage to the drive train of your vehicle.
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Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.
¢ Changing a flat tire
Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface. The jack can come out of the jack- ing point or sink into the ground and this can result in a severe ac- cident.
Use only the jack provided with your vehicle. The jack supplied with the vehicle is designed only for changing a tire. Never get un- der the vehicle while supporting the vehicle with this jack.
Always turn off the engine before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or push the vehicle supported with the jack. The jack can come out of the jacking point due to a jolt and this can result in a severe acci- dent.
1. Park on a hard, level surface, whenev- er possible, then stop the engine. 2. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in re- verse or an automatic transmission vehi- cle in the “P” (Park) position. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and have everyone get out of the vehicle.
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1) Jack 2) Jack handle 3) Spare tire 5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and wheel nut wrench. The spare tire is stored under the floor of the cargo area. To remove the spare tire, proceed as fol- lows:
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Open the lid and hang the hook provided on the under side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take spare tire out. If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary spare tire, carefully read the section “Temporary spare tire” in this chapter and strictly follow the instructions.900280
The jack is stored on the left side of the cargo area. To take out the jack: Remove the cover, turn the jackscrew counterclockwise to loosen it, then re- move the jack.900050
If the jackscrew is too tight to be loosened by hand, loosen it using a screwdriver or the jack handle. The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover. NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it.– CONTINUED –
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Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head engages firmly into the jack-up point.
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6. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.900055
8. Insert the jack handle into the jack- screw, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. 9. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.900009
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the top of the wheel nut wrench. Never use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility.
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14.Store the flat tire in the spare tire com- partment. Put the spacer and tighten the attaching bolt firmly. Also store the jack and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations.Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident. 12.Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.
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13.Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque, following the tightening order in the illustration. The torque for tightening the nuts is 58 to 72 lbf·ft (80 to 100 N·m, 8 to 10 kgf·m). This torque is equivalent to applying ap- proximately 88 to 110 lbs (40 to 50 kg) at900057
After placing the jack in its storage loca- tion, turn the jackscrew clockwise by hand until it becomes too hard to turn. Then, tighten it by an additional 1/4 – 1/3 of a turn using a screwdriver or the jack han-
