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travel at established and predeter- mined speeds. For example, “V” means 149 mph (240 km/h), “W” means 168 mph (270
km/h) Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Put- ting a speed rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the ve- hicle can be operated at the tire’s rated speed.
The speed rating is void if the tires are worn out, damaged, repaired, retreaded, or other- wise altered from their original condition. If tires are repaired, retreaded, or otherwise al- tered, they may not be suitable for original equipment tire de- signed loads and speeds.
q Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire Identification Number (TIN) is marked on the intended outboard sidewall. The TIN is composed of four groups. Here is a brief review of the TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements.
DOT XX XX XXX XXXX
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(1) Manufacturer’s Identification Mark (2) Tire Size (3) Tire Type Code (4) Date of Manufacture The first two figures identify the week, starting with “01” to represent the first full week of the calendar year; the second two figures represent the year. For example, 0101 means the 1st week of 2001. q Other markings The placed on the sidewall. s Maximum permissible inflation
following makings are also
pressure
The maximum cold inflation pressure to which this tire may be inflated. For example, "300 kpa (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS" s Maximum load rating The load rating at the maximum per- missible weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 580 kg (1279
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Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehi- cle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load. s Construction type Applicable construction of this tire. For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RADIAL” s Construction The generic name of each cord mate- rial used in the plies (both sidewall and tread area) of this tire. For example, “PLIES: TREAD 2
STEEL + 2 POLYESTER SIDEWALL 2 POLYESTER” s Uniform Tire Quality Grading(UTQG)
For details, refer to “Uniform tire qual- ity grading standards” in this chapter.
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¢ Recommended tire inflation pressure q Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows, Tire size Wheel size Pressure
P205/55R16 89V
16 ´ 6.5 JJ
32 psi (220 kpa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 29 psi (200 kpa, 2.0 kgf/cm2)
Front Rear Temporary spare tire Size
Pressure
P215/45R17 91W
17 ´ 7 JJ
33 psi (230 kpa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kpa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
T135/70 D16
60 psi (420 kpa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)
NOTE Adjust the tire pressure to 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2) when driving the vehicle with five people and cargo inside and at speeds exceeding 99.4 mph (160 km/h).
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q Vehicle label
Example:
614- ), ),1/ 1.4)61
5-)61/ +)2)+16; 66) #
.46 4-)4 !
6DA ?>EA@ MAECDJ B ??KF=JI =@ ?=HC IDK@ ALAH AN?AA@ " &C H ' >I
ORIGINAL TIRE SIZE
P205/55R16
COMPACT SPARE TIRE
+, 614- 1.)61 24-554-
.46
4-)42=! 251
2= '251+, 614- 1.)61 24-554-
T135/70D16
" 2= $ 251
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The vehicle label is affixed to the driv- er’s side B-pillar (US). On Canadian vehicles this label is lo- cated inside the glovebox.SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MD
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The vehicle label shows original tire size, recommended cold tire inflation pressure on each tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating capac- ity and loading information. q Adverse safety consequencesof under-inflation
Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in tem- perature could cause tread separa- tion, and failure of the tire(s). Possible resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
q Measuring and adjusting air
pressure to achieve proper infla- tion
Check and, if necessary, adjust the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and be- fore any long journey. Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the specific values. Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures. Also, the tire pressures are affected by the outside tempera- ture. It is best to check tire pressure outdoors before driving the vehicle. When a tire becomes warm, the air in- side it expands, causing the tire pres- sure to increase. Be careful not to mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its pressure.
¢ Glossary of tire terminology Cold tire pressure The pressure in a tire that has been driven less than 1 mile or has been standing for three hours or more.
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Maximum inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated. Recommended sure The cold inflation pressure recom- mended by a vehicle manufacturer. Intended outboard sidewall
inflation pres-
1)The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or 2)The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particu- lar side that must always face out- ward when mounting on a vehicle.
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of floor mats, leather seats and cross bars to the extent that these items are available as factory-in- stalled equipment (whether installed or not). Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment the
including
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant and air conditioning. Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight and production options weight. Normal occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of occupants (3 occupants). Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle, 2 in front, 1 in rear seat. Production options weight The combined weight of those in- stalled regular production options weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in ex- cess of those standards items which they replace, not previously consid- ered in curb weight or accessory weight. Vehicle capacity weight The total weight of cargo, luggage and occupants that can be added to the vehicle. Vehicle maximum load on a tire Load on an individual tire that is deter- mined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two.
Vehicle normal load on a tire Load on an individual tire that is deter- mined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight and dividing by two.
¢ Tire care – maintenance and
safety practices
Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage, nails, and stones. At the same time, check the tires for abnormal wear. Inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible. When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes visible, the tire is worn beyond the ac- ceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condi- tion, driving at even low speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hy- droplane. Possible resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an acci- dent. To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear uniformly, it is best to rotate the tires every 7,500
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involves switching the front and rear tires on the right-hand side of the ve- hicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the left-hand side of the vehicle. (Each tire must be kept on its original side of the vehicle.) Re- place any damaged or unevenly worn tire at the time of rotation. After tire ro- tation, adjust the tire pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are correct- ly tightened. A tightening torque spec- ification and a tightening sequence specification for the wheel nuts can be found “Flat tires” section in chapter 9.
¢ Vehicle load limit – how to de-
termine
The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by avail- able cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle label attached to the driver’s side B- pillar. Locate the statement “The com- bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s label. The vehicle label also shows seating capacity of your vehicle. The total load capacity includes the
total weight of driver and all passen- gers and their belongings, any cargo, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity can be cal- culated by the following method. Cargo capacity = Load limit – (total weight of occupants + total weight of optional equipment + tongue load of a trailer (if applicable)) For towing capacity information and weight limits, refer to “Trailer towing” section in chapter 8. q Calculating total and load capac- ities varying seating configura- tions
Calculate the available load capacity as shown in the following examples:
Example 1A
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Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 900 lbs (408 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle label with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 900
lbs or 408 kg”. For example, if the vehicle has one occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300 kg). 1. Calculate the total weight.A1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 9 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 8:37 AM
Total weight = 154 lbs (70 kg) + 662 lbs (300 kg)
(Occupant)
(Cargo)
= 816 lbs (370 kg) 2. Calculate the available load capac- ity by subtracting the total weight from the vehicle capacity weight of 900 lbs (408 kg).
3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 84 lbs (38 kg) of cargo can be carried.
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Example 1B
2. Calculate the available load capac- ity.
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For example, if a person weighing 176
lbs (80 kg) now enters the same vehi- cle (bringing the number of occupants to two), the calculations are as fol- lows: 1. Calculate the total weight.Total weight = 154 lbs (70 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg)
(Occupant)
+ 662 lbs (300 kg)
(Cargo)
= 992 lbs (450 kg)
3. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 92 lbs (42 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 92 lbs (42 kg) or more. Example 2A
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on the vehicle label with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 408
kg or 900 lbs”. For example, the vehicle has one oc- cupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg) plus cargo weighing 375 lbs (170 kg). In addition, the vehicle is fitted with a trailer hitch weighing 22 lbs (10 kg), to which is attached a trailer weighing 1,764 lbs (800 kg). 10% of the trailer weight is applied to the trailer tongue (i.e. Tongue load = 176 lbs (80 kg)). 1. Calculate the total weight.Total weight = 165 lbs (75 kg) + 375 lbs (170 kg)
(Occupant)
(Cargo)
+ 22 lbs (10 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg)
(Trailer hitch)
(Tongue load)
= 738 lbs (335 kg)
2. Calculate the available load capac- ity.
3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 162 lbs (73 kg) of cargo can be carried. Example 2B
the vehicle for the child to use, the cal- culations are as follows: 1. Calculate the total weight.
Total weight = 165 lbs (75 kg) + 143 lbs (65 kg)
(Occupant)
+ 40 lbs (18 kg) (Occupant)
+ 11 lbs (5 kg) + 375 lbs (170 kg)
(Child restraint)
(Cargo)
+ 22 lbs (10 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg)
(Trailer hitch)
(Tongue load)
= 932 lbs (423 kg) 2. Calculate the available load capac- ity.
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For example, if a person weighing 143
lbs (65 kg) and a child weighing 40 lbs (18 kg) now enter the same vehicle (bringing the number of occupants to three), and a child restraint system weighing 11 lbs (5 kg) is installed in3. The total weight now exceeds the
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capacity weight by 32 lbs (15 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 32 lbs (15 kg) or more.
¢ Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capaci- ties
The sum of four tires’ maximum load ratings must exceed the maximum loaded vehicle weight (“GVWR”). In addition, sum of the maximum load ratings of two front tires and of two rear tires must exceed each axle’s maximum loaded capacity (“GAWR”). Original equipment tires are designed to fulfill those conditions. The maximum loaded vehicle weight is referred to Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). And each axle’s maximum loaded capacity is referred to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle cer- tification label affixed to the driver’s door. front and rear The GVWR and GAWRs are determined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s
suspension, axles and other parts of the body. Therefore, this means that the vehicle cannot necessarily be loaded up to the tire’s maximum load rating on the tire sidewall.
¢ Adverse safety consequenc- es of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires
Overloading could affect vehicle han- dling, stopping distance, vehicle and tire as shown in the following. This could lead to an accident and possibly result in severe personal injury. Vehicle stability will deteriorate. Heavy and/or high-mounted loads could increase the risk of rollover. Stopping distance will increase. Brakes could overheat and fail. Suspension, bearings, axles and other parts of the body could break or experience accelerated wear that will shorten vehicle life. Tires could fail. Tread separation could occur. Tire could separate from its rim.
¢ Steps for Determining Cor-
rect Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The com- bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s label. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug- gage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five- 150 lbs (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 – 750 (5 ´ 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safe- ly exceed the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trail- er, load from your trailer will be trans- – CONTINUED –
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ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduc- es the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Uniform tire quality grading standards This information indicates the relative performance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an informed choice in the purchase of tires. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall be- tween tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Tem- perature A The quality grades apply to new pneu- matic tires for use on passenger cars. However, they do not apply to deep tread, winter type snow tires, space- saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 12
inches or less, or to some limited pro- duction tires. All passenger car tires must confirm to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.¢ Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con- ditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative perfor- mance of tires depends upon the ac- tual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving hab- its, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
¢ Traction AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci- fied government test surfaces of as- phalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
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The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, under- inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combina- tion, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight- ahead braking traction tests, and does not include accelera- tion, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
¢ Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high tempera- ture can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corre- sponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of per- formance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Reporting safety defects (USA) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the Nation- al Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Saab Cars USA, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1- 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153; go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Sev- enth Street, SW., Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other in- formation about motor vehicle safety from http:// www safercar.gov.
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Reporting safety defects to the Canadian government If you live in Canada, and believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying Gen- eral Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to Transport Canada at Box 8880, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3J2. In addition to notifying Transport Can- ada in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. In Canada, please call our Saab Customer Assis- tance Centre at 1-800-263-1999. Or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7.
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......................................... 7-16
Warning light ....................................................... 3-12, 7-17
Accessories ............................................................. 5-2, 11-43
Accessory power outlet ...................................................... 6-6
Active head restraint ........................................................... 1-4
Air cleaner element ......................................................... 11-15
Air conditioner operation .................................................... 4-7
Air filtration system ........................................................... 4-12
Air flow selection ................................................................ 4-2
Alarm system .................................................................... 2-13
All-Wheel Drive warning light ( AWD AT vehicles) ........... 3-14
Aluminum wheels ............................................................ 11-35
Antenna system ................................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......................................... 7-16
Arming the system ............................................................ 2-13
Ashtray ............................................................................... 6-7
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ................................... 3-12
Audio Systems ................................................................... 5-3
Automatic climate control system ....................................... 4-7
Automatic transmission (AT) ............................................ 7-10
Capacities .................................................................... 12-4
Fluid ............................................................................ 11-20
Selector lever ................................................................ 7-11
Shift lock release ......................................................... 7-13
Temperature warning light ........................................... 3-12
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-10Battery ............................................................................. 11-40
Jump starting ................................................................. 9-8
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) ............... 2-9Brake
Booster ...................................................................... 11-27
Fluid ........................................................................... 11-25
Pad and lining ............................................................ 11-29
Pedal .......................................................................... 11-27Brake pedal
Free play .................................................................... 11-27
Reserve distance ....................................................... 11-28
Brake system .................................................................... 7-15
Warning light ................................................................ 3-13
Braking ............................................................................. 7-15
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................ 11-29
Tips .............................................................................. 7-15Chart ............................................................................ 12-9
Replacing ................................................................... 11-44Bulb
Capacities ......................................................................... 12-4
CargoArea cover ..................................................................... 6-9
Area light ............................................................. 6-2, 11-52
Tie-down hooks ............................................................ 6-10
Catalytic converter .............................................................. 8-3
CenterConsole .......................................................................... 6-4
Vents .............................................................................. 4-3Flat tire ........................................................................... 9-4
Oil and oil filter ............................................................. 11-8
Charge warning light ......................................................... 3-11Changing
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Chime
Checking
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator
lamp .............................................................................. 3-11
Brake pedal free play ................................................. 11-27
Brake pedal reserve distance .................................... 11-28
Clutch function ........................................................... 11-28
Clutch pedal free play ................................................ 11-28
Engine oil level ............................................................ 11-8
Fluid level .................................. 11-20, 11-24, 11-25, 11-26
Gear oil level ......................................... 11-19, 11-22, 11-23
Child restraint systems ..................................................... 1-22
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt ................................... 1-25
Lower and tether anchorages ...................................... 1-29
Child safety ............................................................................ 5
Locks ........................................................................... 2-17Key ................................................................................ 3-5
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-10, 3-9
Cigarette lighter socket ....................................................... 6-5
CleaningAluminum wheels ........................................................ 10-3
Interior ......................................................................... 10-5
Ventilation grille ........................................................... 4-11Climate control system
Automatic ....................................................................... 4-7
Manual ........................................................................... 4-3
Clock ................................................................................ 3-15
Clutch fluid ...................................................................... 11-26
Clutch pedal ................................................................... 11-28
Coat hook ........................................................................... 6-8
Coin tray ............................................................................. 6-4
Cooling system ............................................................... 11-12Index 14-3
Corrosion protection .................................................. 8-8, 10-4
Cruise control .................................................................... 7-21
Indicator light ................................................................ 3-14
Set indicator light ......................................................... 3-15
Cup holder .......................................................................... 6-5Daytime running light system ............................................ 3-17
Differential gear oilFront ........................................................................... 11-22
Rear ........................................................................... 11-23
Dimensions ....................................................................... 12-2
Disarming the system ....................................................... 2-15
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................... 7-16
Dome light ................................................................ 6-2, 11-52
Door locks ........................................................................... 2-4
Door open warning light .................................................... 3-13
Drive belts ....................................................................... 11-18
DrivingCar phone/cell phone ........................................................ 7
Drinking ............................................................................. 6
Drugs ................................................................................ 7
Foreign countries ........................................................... 8-4
Pets ................................................................................... 7
Snowy and icy roads ...................................................... 8-7
Tips ......................................................................... 7-9, 8-5
Tired or sleepy .................................................................. 7EBD (Electronic brake force distribution) system ............. 7-18
Electrical system ............................................................... 12-314
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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-18
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................ 1-10
EngineCompartment overview ................................................. 11-6
Coolant ....................................................................... 11-13
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ............................... 6, 8-2
Hood ............................................................................. 11-4
Oil ................................................................................. 11-8
Overheating ................................................................. 9-10
Starting .......................................................................... 7-6
Stopping ........................................................................ 7-8
Exterior care ..................................................................... 10-2
Flat tires ............................................................................. 9-4
Floor mat ............................................................................ 6-8
Fluid levelAutomatic transmission .............................................. 11-20
Brake .......................................................................... 11-25
Clutch ......................................................................... 11-26
Power steering ............................................................ 11-24
Folding down the rear seat ................................................. 1-7
FrontDifferential gear oil ...................................................... 11-22
Fog light button ............................................................ 3-19
Seatbelt pretensioners ................................................. 1-19
Seats ............................................................................. 1-2
Turn signal light .......................................................... 11-49
Fuel .................................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ............................................................... 8-2
Filler lid and cap ............................................................ 7-3
Gauge ............................................................................ 3-7
Requirements ................................................................ 7-2Fuses .............................................................................. 11-41
Fuses and circuits ............................................................. 12-6GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) .................................. 8-11
Glove box ........................................................................... 6-4
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ............................. 8-11Hazard warning flasher ....................................................... 3-6
Head restraint adjustment ........................................... 1-4, 1-6
Headlight beam leveler ..................................................... 3-18
Headlight flasher ............................................................... 3-16
Headlights .............................................................. 3-16, 11-46
Heater operation ................................................................. 4-5
High beam indicator light .................................................. 3-14
Horn .................................................................................. 3-26
Hose and connections .................................................... 11-12Ignition switch ..................................................................... 3-3
Illuminated entry ................................................................. 2-8
Illumination brightness control .......................................... 3-18
Immobilizer ......................................................................... 2-3
Indicator lightHigh beam ................................................................... 3-14
Selector lever position ................................................. 3-14
Turn signal ................................................................... 3-14
Inside mirror ...................................................................... 3-24
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Jack and jack handle ........................................................ 9-15
Jump starting ...................................................................... 9-8Key
Interlock release ............................................................ 3-5
Number .......................................................................... 2-2
Reminder chime ............................................................ 3-5
Keys ................................................................................... 2-2Leather seat materials ...................................................... 10-5
LightCargo area .......................................................... 6-2, 11-52
Dome .................................................................. 6-2, 11-52
Map ..................................................................... 6-2, 11-52
Light control switch ........................................................... 3-15
Limited slip differential (LSD) ............................................ 7-14
Loading your vehicle ........................................................ 8-10
LSD (Limited slip differential) ............................................ 7-14Main fuse ........................................................................ 11-42
MaintenancePrecautions .................................................................. 11-3
Schedule ...................................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt ....................................................................... 1-17
Tools ............................................................................ 9-15
Malfunction indicator lamp (Check Engine light) .............. 3-11
Manual climate control system ........................................... 4-3Manual transmission (MT) .................................................. 7-8
Map light .................................................................. 6-2, 11-52
Maximum load limits ......................................................... 8-13
Meters and gauges ............................................................. 3-6
Mirrors ............................................................................... 3-24New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles
(1,600 km) ....................................................................... 8-2
Odometer/Trip meter ........................................................... 3-6
Off road driving ................................................................... 8-6
Oil filter .............................................................................. 11-8
Oil levelEngine .......................................................................... 11-8
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) ....................... 11-22
Manual transmission .................................................. 11-19
Rear differential .......................................................... 11-23
Oil pressure warning light ................................................. 3-11
Outside mirrors ................................................................. 3-25
Outside temperature indicator ............................................. 3-8
Overheating engine .......................................................... 9-10Parking
Brake ............................................................................ 7-19
Brake stroke ............................................................... 11-30
Light switch .................................................................. 3-19
Tips .............................................................................. 7-19
Periodic inspections ............................................................ 8-414
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Power
Door locking switches .................................................... 2-6
Steering ....................................................................... 7-15
Steering fluid ............................................................... 11-24
Windows ...................................................................... 2-17
Preparing to drive ............................................................... 7-6
Printed antenna .................................................................. 5-2Rear
Combination lights ...................................................... 11-50
Differential gear oil ...................................................... 11-23
Gate ............................................................................. 2-19
Seats ............................................................................. 1-6Rear seat
Rear window
Recommended
Folding down ................................................................. 1-7
Defogger button ........................................................... 3-23
Wiper and washer switch ............................................. 3-22Automatic transmission fluid ....................................... 11-21
Brake fluid .................................................................. 11-26
Clutch fluid .................................................................. 11-27
Oil grade and viscosity .............. 11-11, 11-20, 11-22, 11-23
Power steering fluid .................................................... 11-25
Spark plugs ................................................................. 11-18
Remote keyless entry system ............................................ 2-7
ReplacementBrake pad and lining ................................................... 11-29
Wiper blades ............................................................... 11-36Replacing
Air cleaner element ..................................................... 11-16
Battery (remote keyless entry system) .......................... 2-9
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) ..................... 2-10
Replacing bulbs .............................................................. 11-44
Cargo area ................................................................. 11-52
Dome light .................................................................. 11-52
Front turn signal light ................................................. 11-49
Headlight .................................................................... 11-46
License plate light ...................................................... 11-52
Map light .................................................................... 11-52
Rear combination lights ............................................. 11-50
Rocking the vehicle ............................................................ 8-9
Roof crossbar ................................................................... 8-12Seat
Fabric ........................................................................... 10-5
Heater ............................................................................ 1-5
Seatbelt ................................................................................. 4
Extender ...................................................................... 1-18
Maintenance ................................................................ 1-17
Pretensioners ............................................................... 1-19
Safety tips ...................................................................... 1-8
Warning light and chime ....................................... 1-10, 3-9
Seatbelts ............................................................................. 1-8
Selector lever .................................................................... 7-11
Position indicator ......................................................... 3-14
Shift lock release .............................................................. 7-13
Side vents ........................................................................... 4-3
Snow tires ........................................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm ...................................................... 2-8
Spark plugs ..................................................................... 11-18
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Speedometer ...................................................................... 3-6
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) .. 4, 1-33
SRS airbag system monitors ............................................ 1-53
SRS airbag system servicing ............................................ 1-54
SRS airbag system warning light ...................................... 3-10
SRS side airbag ............................................................... 1-48
Starting the engine .............................................................. 7-6
State emission testing (U.S. only) ....................................... 7-5
Stopping the engine ............................................................ 7-8
Storage compartments ....................................................... 6-4
Sun shades ...................................................................... 2-22
Sun visors ........................................................................... 6-3
Moonroof ................................................................. 2-21, 9-14
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ............. 4, 1-33
Synthetic leather upholstery ............................................. 10-5Tachometer ......................................................................... 3-7
Temperature gauge ............................................................ 3-8
Temporary spare tire ........................................................... 9-2
Tie-down hooks ................................................................ 9-11
Tilt steering wheel ............................................................. 3-26
TireChains ........................................................................... 8-9
Inspection .................................................................. 11-30
Pressures and wear ................................................... 11-31
Replacement ............................................................. 11-33
Rotation ..................................................................... 11-33
Tires .................................................................................. 12-4
Types ......................................................................... 11-30
Tires and wheels ............................................................ 11-30
Top tether anchorages ...................................................... 1-31Index 14-7
Towing ............................................................................... 9-10
All wheels on the ground .............................................. 9-12
Flat-bed truck ............................................................... 9-12Trailer
Turn signal
Hitches ......................................................................... 8-16
Towing .......................................................................... 8-13
Towing tips ................................................................... 8-18Indicator lights .............................................................. 3-14
Lever ............................................................................ 3-17Valet mode ........................................................................ 2-15
Vanity mirror ........................................................................ 6-3
VehicleCapacity weight ............................................................ 8-11
Identification ............................................................... 12-10
Symbols ............................................................................ 3
Ventilation ........................................................................... 4-2Warning and indicator lights ................................................ 3-9
Warning lightsABS .............................................................................. 3-12
All-Wheel Drive ............................................................ 3-14
Anti-lock Brake System ................................................ 3-12
AT OIL TEMPerature .................................................... 3-12
Brake system ............................................................... 3-13
Charge ......................................................................... 3-11
CHECK ENGINE .......................................................... 3-11
Door open .................................................................... 3-1314
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14-8 Index
Oil pressure .................................................................. 3-11
Seatbelt .................................................................. 1-8, 3-9
SRS airbag system ...................................................... 3-10
Warranties and maintenance ........................................... 8-13
Washing ........................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing ....................................................... 10-3
Wear indicators ............................................................... 11-33
WheelAlignment .................................................................... 12-5
Balance ...................................................................... 11-32
Replacement .............................................................. 11-34
Windows ........................................................................... 2-17
WindshieldWasher fluid ................................................................ 11-35
Wiper and washer switches ......................................... 3-21
Wiper deicer ................................................................ 3-24
Winter driving ..................................................................... 8-6
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In-car safety There is an In-car safety & Quick Reference Guide found in your car which contains some quick reference concerning safety issues. Make sure you keep this Reference Guide readily available for all occupants to review.
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Gas station reference Fuel • 2.5-liter non-turbo models Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher.
Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Refer to “Fuel” section in this manual. Fuel capacity 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
• 2.5-liter turbo models (Aero) Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. If premium unleaded gasoline is not available, regular unleaded gasoline with octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be temporarily used. For optimum engine performance and driveabil- ity, it is required that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline.
Engine oil Use only API classification SM with the words “ENERGY CON- SERVING” and the ILSAC certification mark (starburst mark) dis- played on the container.
Engine oil capacity 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
Cold tire pressure
Tire size Wheel size Pressure
Temporary spare tire
Front
Rear
Size Pressure
P205/55R16 89V 16 x 61/2 JJ 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2)
215/45R17 91W 17 x 7 JJ 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
T135/70 D16
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)
NOTE: Adjust the tire pressure to 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2) when driving the vehicle with five people and cargo inside and at speeds exceeding 99.4 mph (160 km/h).
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Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden
US/CA MY2006 Ordering nr. 80 33 46.
Printed in Sweden on chlorine-free paper 2005-09.
© Copyright Saab Automobile AB, 2005.
All information and illustrations in this manual are based on the specifi- cations that were available at the time of printing. Model variants, tech-
nical data and equipment vary from market to market, and may be
altered without prior notice.
Note that illustrations in this manual can depict cars fitted with extra equipment. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to inform you of the exact
specifacations that apply to your market.
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also a comprehensive index at the back of the book. Supplied with the car is a Warranty and Service Record booklet which contains important warranty information and speci- fies the regular maintenance to be carried out. Also included is a Quick Reference Guide. Since the policy at Saab is one of continu- al improvement, we retain the right to in- corporate modifications and to alter spec- ifications during production without prior notice. If you have any questions concerning your car, its equipment, the warranty condi- tions, etc., your Saab dealer will be pleased to help, or you may call the Saab Customer Assistance Center in the U.S. at 1-800-955-9007 or email them at saab- [email protected]. In Canada, please contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-263-1999. Enjoy the road ahead! Saab Automobile AB Saab Automobile AB does not accept liability for any damage caused by the fitting of spare parts, exchange parts or accessories that are not approved by Saab Automobile AB. 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, en- gine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
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Introduction This manual provides practical guidance on driving and caring for your Saab 9-2X. Although this manual describes the most important differences between model vari- ants, it does not specify the equipment or features included on individual models. Importation and distribution of Saab auto- mobiles, spare parts and accessories are handled exclusively by Saab Cars USA, Inc. in the United States and by General Motors of Canada Limited in Canada. We recommend that you read through the manual before taking the car out for the first time and keep it in the car for future reference. A list of content is given at the beginning of each section of the manual, and there is
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¢ HID headlights 3
High-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights contain mercury. For that reason, it is necessary to remove HID headlights before vehicle dis- posal. Once removed, please reuse, recycle or dispose of the HID head- lights as hazardous waste. Ask your Saab dealer to check whether your vehicle is equipped with HID headlights.
Warranties Warranties for U.S.A. All Saab vehicles distributed by Saab of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an au- thorized Saab dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: Saab Limited Warranty Emission Control Systems Warranty Emissions Performance Warranty All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Please read these warranties carefully. Warranties for Canada All Saab vehicles distributed by Saab Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by an au- thorized Saab dealer in Canada come with the following warranties: Saab Limited Warranty Anti-Corrosion Warranty Emission Control Warranty All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Please read these warranties carefully.
How to use this owner’s man- ual ¢ Using your Owner’s manual Before you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. To protect yourself and extend the service life of your vehicle, fol- low the instructions in this manual. Failure to observe these instructions may result in serious injury and damage to your vehicle. This manual is composed of fourteen chapters. Each chapter begins with a brief table of contents, so you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the infor- mation you want. Chapter 1: Seats, seatbelts and SRS airbags This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seatbelt and contains precau- tions for the SRS airbags. Chapter 2: Keys and doors This chapter informs you how to operate the keys, locks and windows. Chapter 3: Instruments and controls This chapter informs you about the opera- tion of instrument panel indicators and how to use the instruments and other switches. Chapter 4: Climate Control This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control.
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Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to operate your audio system. Chapter 6: Interior equipment This chapter informs you how to operate interior equipment. Chapter 7: Starting and operating This chapter informs you how to start and operate your Saab. Chapter 8: Driving tips This chapter informs you how to drive your Saab in various conditions and explains some safety tips on driving. Chapter 9: In case of emergency This chapter informs you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Chapter 10: Appearance care This chapter informs you how to keep your Saab looking good. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your Saab to the dealer for sched- uled maintenance and informs you how to keep your Saab running properly. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you about dimen- sions and capacities of your Saab. Chapter 13: Consumer information and Reporting safety defects This chapter informs you about uniform
tire quality grading standards and report- ing safety defects. Chapter 14: Index This is an alphabetical listing of all that’s in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
¢ Safety warnings You will find a number of WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs in this manual. These safety warnings alert you to poten- tial hazards that could result in injury to you or others. Please read these safety warnings as well as all other portions of this manual careful- ly in order to gain a better understanding of how to use your Saab vehicle safely.
A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored.
A CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage to your vehi- cle, or both, could result if the cau- tion is ignored.
NOTE A NOTE gives information or sugges- tions how to make better use of your vehicle.
¢ Safety symbol
000013
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Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol
Name
CAUTION
Power door lock and unlock
Passenger’s windows lock and unlock
Fuel
Front fog lights
Parking lights
Hazard warning flasher
Cigarette lighter
Engine hood
Seat heater
Symbol
Name
Symbol
Name
Child restraint top tether an- chorages
Child restraint lower anchor- ages
Horn
Windshield wiper deicer
Wiper intermittent
Windshield wiper and wash- er
Rear window wiper and washer
Lights
Parking lights, tail lights, li- cense plate light and instru- ment panel illumination
Head lights
Illumination brightness
Fan speed
Instrument panel outlets
Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
Foot outlets
Windshield defroster and foot outlets
Windshield defroster
Rear window defogger/Out- side mirror defogger
Air recirculation
Outside air
Engine oil
Washer
Door lock (transmitter)
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Symbol
Name
Door unlock (Transmitter)
Safety precautions when driving ¢ Seatbelt and SRS airbag
All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driv- er and all passengers in the vehi- cle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- tem) airbag does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. In combination with the seatbelts, it offers the best combined protec- tion in case of a serious accident. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the chance of severe injury or death in a crash even when the ve- hicle has the SRS airbag.
The SRS airbags deploy with con- siderable speed and force. Occu- pants who are out of proper posi- tion when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deployment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practi- cal while still maintaining full ve- hicle control and the front passen- ger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat.
Carefully read the sections “Seatbelts” and “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Re- straint System airbag)” in chapter 1 of this owner’s manual for instructions and pre- cautions concerning the seatbelt system and SRS airbag system.
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¢ Child safety
Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle.
for
is appropriate
While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should always be placed in the REAR seat in an infant or child restraint system which the child’s age, height and weight. If a child is too big for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained us- ing the seatbelts. According to ac- cident statistics, children are saf- er when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Never al- low a child to stand up or kneel on the seat.
Put children aged 12 and under in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint de- vice or in a seatbelt. The SRS air- bag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improp- erly restrained. Because children are than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater.
lighter and weaker
NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Refer to the “Child safety locks” section in chapter 2.
Always lock the passenger’s win- dows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child op- erating the power window. Refer to the “Windows” section in chap- ter 2.
Never leave unattended children in the vehicle. They could acci- dentally injure themselves or oth- ers through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sun- ny days, temperature in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to them.
Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk. When leaving the vehicle, either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release. Also make certain that the trunk is closed. On hot or sun- ny days, the temperature in a trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious heat-related including brain damage to anyone locked inside, particularly for small chil- dren.
injuries
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Carefully read the sections “Child restraint systems”, “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)”, and “Seatbelts” in chapter 1 of this owner’s manual for in- structions and precautions concerning the child restraint system, seatbelt system and SRS airbag system.
¢ 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 ventilator inlet grille free from snow, leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system always works properly.
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.
¢ Drinking and driving
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in the blood- stream delays your reaction and im- pairs your perception, judgment and attentiveness. If you drive after drinking – even if you drink just a lit- tle – it will increase the risk of being involved in a serious or fatal acci- dent, injuring or killing yourself, your passengers and others. In ad- dition, if you are injured in the acci- dent, alcohol may increase the se- verity of that injury. Please don’t drink and drive. Drunken driving is one of the most fre- quent causes of accidents. Since alcohol affects all people differently, you may have consumed too much alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below the legal limit. The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive. However if you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and sober up com- pletely before getting behind the wheel.
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¢ Drugs and driving
¢ Driving when tired or sleepy
¢ Modification of your vehicle
When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will be delayed and your perception, judgment and attentive- ness will be impaired. If you drive when tired or sleepy, your, your pas- sengers’ and other persons’ chanc- es of being involved in a serious ac- cident may increase. Please do not continue to drive but in- stead find a safe place to rest if you are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you should make periodic rest stops to refresh your- self before continuing on your journey. When possible, you should share the driv- ing with others.
There are some drugs (over the counter and prescription) that can delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judgment and at- tentiveness. If you drive after taking them, it may increase your, your passengers’ and other persons’ risk of being involved in a serious or fa- tal accident. If you are taking any drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist or read the liter- ature that accompanies the medication to determine if the drug you are taking can impair your driving ability. Do not drive af- ter taking any medications that can make you drowsy or otherwise affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. If you have a medical condition that requires you to take drugs, please consult with your doctor. Never drive if you are under the influence of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your own health and well-being, we urge you not to take illegal drugs in the first place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to those drugs.
Your vehicle should not be modi- fied. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be cov- ered under warranties.
¢ Car phone/cell phone and
driving
Do not use a car phone/cell phone while driving; it may distract your at- tention from driving and can lead to an accident. If you use a car phone/ cell phone, pull off the road and park in the safe place before using your phone. In some States/Provinces, only hands-free phones may legally be used while driving.
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driving. In a collision or sudden stop, unre- strained pets or cages can be thrown around inside the vehicle and hurt you or your passengers. Additionally, the pets can be hurt under these situations. It is also for their own safety that pets should be properly restrained in your vehicle. Re- strain a pet with a special traveling har- ness which can be secured to the rear seat with a seatbelt or use a pet carrier which can be secured to the rear seat by routing a seatbelt through the carrier’s handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passenger’s seat. For further information, consult your veterinarian, lo- cal animal protection society or pet shop. In the U.S., also see your dealer or visit www.saabcatalog.com for a complete range of pet accessories offered by Saab.
¢ Tire pressures Check and, if necessary, adjust the pres- sure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey. Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire label. Refer to the “Tires and wheels” section in chapter 11 for detailed information.
Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp in- crease in temperature could cause tread or sidewall separation, and de- struction of the tires. The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
¢ California proposition 65
warning
Engine exhaust, some of its constit- uents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids in vehicles and certain components of product wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause can- cer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm.
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Table of contents
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
Keys and doors
Instruments and controls
Climate control
Audio
Interior equipment
Starting and operating
Driving tips
In case of emergency
Appearance care
Maintenance and service
Specifications
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Index
10
11
12
13
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Illustrated index
¢ Exterior
1) Engine hood (page 11-4) 2) Headlight switch (page 3-15) 3) Replacing bulbs (page 11-44) 4) Wiper switch (page 3-21) 5) Moonroof (page 2-21) 6) Door locks (page 2-4) 7) Tire pressure (page 11-31) 8) Flat tires (page 9-4) 9) Tire chains (page 8-9) 10) Front fog light button (page 3-19) 11) Tie-down hooks (page 9-10) 12) Towing hooks (page 9-10)
12
11
10
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1) Rear window defogger button
(page 3-23)
2) Child safety locks (page 2-17) 3) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) 4) Tie-down/Towing hook (page 9-11) 5) Rear liftgate (page 2-19)
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¢ Interior q Passenger compartment area
1) Lower anchorages for child restraint
system (page 1-29) 2) Seatbelt (page 1-8) 3) Moonroof (page 2-21) 4) Parking brake lever (page 7-19) 5) Front seat (page 1-2) 6) Rear seat (page 1-6)
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1) Cup holder (page 6-5) 2) Center console (page 6-4) 3) Glove box (page 6-4) 4) Cigarette lighter (page 6-5) 5) Ashtray (page 6-7)
4 5
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¢ Instrument panel
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
000188
1) Door locks (page 2-4) 2) Outside mirror switch (page 3-25) 3) Light control lever (page 3-15) 4) Instrument cluster (page 3-6) 5) Wiper control lever (page 3-20) 6) Hazard warning flasher switch
(page 3-6)
7) Audio (page 5-1) 8) Gear shift lever (MT) (page 7-8)/ Selector lever (AT) (page 7-10)
9) Climate control (page 4-1) 10) Cruise control (page 7-21) 11) Horn (page 3-26) 12) SRS airbag (page 1-33) 13) Tilt steering (page 3-26) 14) Fuse box (page 11-41) 15) Hood lock release knob (page 11-4) 16) Power window (page 2-17)
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¢ Light control and wiper control levers/switches
12
10
11
34
000020
15
1) Parking light switch (page 3-19) 2) Windshield wiper (page 3-21) 3) Mist (page 3-22) 4) Windshield washer (page 3-22) 5) Rear window wiper and washer
switch (page 3-22)
6) Wiper control lever (page 3-21) Illumination brightness control 7) (page 3-18) 8) Light control lever (page 3-15) 9) Headlight ON/OFF (page 3-15) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam
change (page 3-15)
11) Turn signal (for lane change)
(page 3-17)
12) Turn signal (page 3-17)
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¢ Instrument cluster
000172
1) Fuel gauge (page 3-7) 2) Selector lever position indicator (AT)
(page 3-14)
3) Temperature gauge (page 3-8) 4) Speedometer (page 3-6) 5) Tachometer (page 3-7) 6) Trip meter A/B selection and trip
meter reset knob (page 3-6)
7) Odometer and trip meter (page 3-6) 8) Outside temperature indicator
(page 3-8)
9) Low fuel warning light (page 3-7)
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Symbol
Name
Door open warning light
All-Wheel Drive warn- ing light (AT) 3
Turn signal indicator lights
High beam indicator light
Security system indi- cator light
