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— Each front seat and nearby area — Inside each center pillar In the event that the SRS airbag is de- ployed, replacement of the system should be performed only by an autho- rized Saab dealer. When the compo- nents of the SRS airbag system are re- placed, use only genuine Saab parts. To ensure their long-term reliability, the SRS airbags must be inspected by a Saab dealer ten years after the date of manu- facture, which is shown on the certification plate attached to the driver’s door jamb.

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¢ Precautions against vehicle

modification

— To avoid accidental activation of the system or rendering the sys- tem inoperative, which may result in serious injury, no modifications should be made to any compo- nents or wiring of the SRS airbag system. This includes following modifica- tions: — Installation of custom steering

wheels

— Attachment of additional trim

materials to the dashboard — Installation of custom seats — Replacement of seat fabric or

leather

— Installation of additional fabric

or leather on the front seat

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— Installation of additional electri- cal/electronic equipment such as a mobile two-way radio on or near the SRS airbag system components and/or wiring is not advisable. This could inter- fere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system.

— Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than genuine Saab ac- cessory parts to the side body.

Always consult your Saab dealer if you want to install any accessory parts on your vehicle.

Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system. — Attachment of any equipment (brush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genu- ine Saab accessory parts to the front end.

— Modification of the suspension

system or front end structure.

— Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the tire label at- tached to the driver’s door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner’s Manual.

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Tripped sensor identification ................................

Power windows .......................................................

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Windows .............................................................. 2-17
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Rear liftgate ......................................................... 2-19
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Tilt function ............................................................. Sliding function ....................................................... Sun shade ................................................................

Keys ..................................................................... Key number ............................................................. Immobilizer (Turbo models) .............................. Security ID plate ..................................................... Security indicator light ........................................... Key replacement ..................................................... Door locks ........................................................... Locking and unlocking from the outside ............. Locking and unlocking from the inside ................ Power door locking switches ............................ Key lock-in prevention function ............................ Remote keyless entry system ........................... Locking the doors .................................................. Unlocking the doors ............................................... Illuminated entry ..................................................... Vehicle finder function ........................................... Sounding a panic alarm ......................................... Selecting audible signal operation ....................... Replacing the battery ............................................. Replacing lost transmitters ...................................

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System operation ................................................... Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..... If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system ................................................................... Arming the system ................................................. Disarming the system ............................................ Valet mode .............................................................. Passive arming .......................................................

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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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Keys

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Turbo models 1) Master key 2) Submaster key 3) Valet key 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID plate

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Non-turbo models 1) Master key 2) Submaster key 3) Valet key 4) Key number plate Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle: Master key and valet key. The master key fit all locks on your vehi- cle. — Ignition switch — Doors — Glove box The valet key fits only the ignition switch and door lock. You can keep the trunk and glove box locked when you leave your ve- hicle and valet key at a parking facility.

Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it bangs against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the ACC or OFF position, thereby stop- ping the engine.

¢ Key number The key number is stamped on the key number plate attached to the key set. Write down the key number and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle. This number is needed to make a replacement key if you lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle. For information on making replacement keys for vehicles with the immobilizer sys- tem, refer to the “Immobilizer (Turbo mod- els)” section in this chapter.

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Immobilizer (Turbo models) The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds. Each immobilizer key contains a tran- sponder in which the key’s ID code is stored. When a key is inserted into the ig- nition switch and turned to the “ON” posi- tion, the transponder transmits the key’s ID code to the immobilizer system’s re- ceiver. If the transmitted ID code matches the ID code registered in the immobilizer system, the system allows the engine to be started. Since the ID code is transmit- ted and acted upon almost instantly, the immobilizer system does not impede nor- mal starting of the engine. If the engine fails to start, pull out the key once before trying again. (Refer to the “Ig- nition switch” section [chapter 3].) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of In- dustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This

device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including in- terference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not express- ly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE To protect your vehicle from theft, please pay close attention to the fol- lowing security precautions: — Never leave your vehicle unattended with its keys inside. — Before leaving your vehicle, close all windows and lock the doors and rear gate. — Do not leave spare keys or any record of your key number in the vehi- cle.

— Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may be- come hot.

— Do not get the key wet. If the key gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

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¢ Security ID plate

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1) Key number plate 2) Security ID plate The security ID is stamped on the security ID plate attached to the key set. Write down the security ID and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle. This number is needed to make a replacement key if you lose your key or lock it inside the vehi- cle. This number is also needed for replace- ment or repair of the engine control mod- ule and immobilizer control module.

¢ Security indicator light The security indicator light deters potential thieves by indicating that the vehicle is

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equipped with an immobilizer system. It begins flashing (approximately once every three seconds) approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the “ON” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” po- sition or immediately after the key is pulled out. If the security indicator light does not flash, the immobilizer system may be faulty. If this occurs, we recommend that you contact your Saab dealer as soon as possible. In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light comes on. NOTE Even if the security indicator light flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally.

¢ Key replacement Your key number and security ID will be required if you ever need a replacement key made. Any new key must be regis- tered for use with your vehicle’s immobiliz- er system before it can be used. Up to four keys can be registered for use with one vehicle.

Door locks ¢ Locking and unlocking from

the outside

For security, all the keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system will have their ID codes erased and re-regis- tered when a new key is made. Therefore, all of your vehicle’s keys must be present- ed when a new key is registered. Any key that is not re-registered when a new key is made cannot be used after the other keys are re-registered. For information on re- placement keys and on the registration of keys with your immobilizer system, con- tact your Saab dealer.

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1) Lock 2) Unlock To lock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front. Pull the outside door handle to open an unlocked door. Always make sure that all doors and the rear liftgate are locked before leaving your vehicle.

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¢ Locking and unlocking from

the inside

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1) Rotate the lock lever rearward. 2) Close the door. To lock the door from the outside without the key, rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door. To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, push the front side of the switch (“LOCK” side) and then close the door. In this case, all closed doors and the rear liftgate are locked at the same time. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle when locking the doors from the outside without the key.

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1) Lock 2) Unlock To lock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever rearward. To unlock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever for- ward. The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door is unlocked. Pull the inside door handle to open an un- locked door. Always make sure that all doors and the rear liftgate are closed before starting to drive.

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Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat- belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of be- ing thrown out of the vehicle in an accident. It also helps prevent passengers from falling out if a door is acciden- tally opened, and intruders from un- expectedly opening doors and en- tering your vehicle.

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Power door locking switches

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1) Lock 2) Unlock All doors and the rear liftgate can be locked and unlocked by the power door locking switches located at the driver’s side and the front passenger’s side doors. To lock the doors, push the front side of the switch. To unlock the doors, push the rear side of the switch. When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key

inside the vehicle before locking the doors from the outside using the pow- er door locking switches.

¢ Key lock-in prevention func-

tion

NOTE When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors.

This function prevents the doors from be- ing locked with the key still in the ignition switch. q Behavior with key lock-in preven-

tion function operative

With the driver’s door open, the doors are automatically kept unlocked even if the door locking switch is pushed to the front (“LOCK”) position. q Behavior with key lock-in preven-

tion function non-operative

— If the lock lever is turned to the rear (“LOCK”) position with the driver’s door open and the driver’s door is then closed with the lock lever in that position, the driv- er’s door is locked. — If the spare key is used to lock the driv- er’s door from the outside of the vehicle, the door is locked. This function’s operative/non-operative setting can be changed by a Saab dealer. Contact a Saab dealer for details.

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The system’s operable distance will be shorter in areas near a facility or electronic equipment emitting strong radio waves such as a power plant, broadcast station, TV tower, or remote controller of home electronic appliances. The remote keyless entry system does not operate when the key is inserted in the ig- nition switch to prevent accidental lockout.

— Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those ex- perienced as a result of dropping or throwing.

— Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the bat- tery.

— Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

Remote keyless entry sys- tem Two transmitters are provided for your ve- hicle. The remote keyless entry system has the following functions. — Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear liftgate) without a key — Sounding a panic alarm — Arming and disarming the alarm sys- tem. See the next section “Alarm system” for detailed information. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of In- dustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including in- terference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not express- ly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The operable distance of the keyless entry system is approximately 30 feet (10
meters). However, this distance will vary depending on environmental conditions.

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: LOCK/ARM button

Press to Lock all doors. Press and Hold to activate panic alarm. Press three times in a five-second period to use vehicle finder func- tion.

: UNLOCK/DISARM button

1) Press once to Unlock driver’s

door.

2) Press a second time to Unlock

all other doors (and rear lift- gate).

¢ Locking the doors Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than two seconds) to lock all doors (and rear liftgate). An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once.

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If any of the doors is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors are not properly closed. When you close the door, it will au- tomatically lock. NOTE If the “ ” button is pressed for two seconds or longer, the panic alarm will sound. When locking the doors in nor- mal circumstances, press the “ ” button for less than two seconds. For details on the panic alarm, refer to “Sounding a panic alarm”.

¢ Unlocking the doors Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than two seconds) to unlock the driver’s door. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. To unlock all other doors (and rear lift- gate), briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds. NOTE If the interval between the first and sec- ond presses of the “ ” button (for unlocking of all of the doors and the rear liftgate) is extremely short, the system may not respond.

¢ Illuminated entry The interior (dome) light and ignition switch light (for turbo models) will illumi- nate when the “ ” button is pressed. These lights stay illuminated for approxi- mately 30 seconds if any of the doors (or the rear liftgate) is not opened. If the “ ” button is pressed before 30
seconds have elapsed, these lights will go out. Also, these lights will go out if the key is inserted in the ignition switch. The inte- rior light switch must be set to the middle position in order for this function to oper- ate.

¢ Vehicle finder function Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large parking lot. Provided you are within 30
feet (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing the “ ” button three times in a five-sec- ond period will cause your vehicle’s horn to sound once and its turn signal lights to flash three times. NOTE If the interval between presses is too short when you press the “ ” button three times, the system may not re- spond to the signals from the remote transmitter.

¢ Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm, keep the “ ” but- ton pressed for more than two seconds. The horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash. ” button or To deactivate it, press the “ “ ” button. Unless a button on the re- mote is pressed, the alarm will be deacti- vated after approximately 30 seconds.

¢ Selecting audible signal op-

eration

Using an electronic chirp, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off. Do the following to deactivate the audible signal. You can also use the same steps to restore the function. 1. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all doors and the rear liftgate. 2. Open the driver’s door, then remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Hold down the “UNLOCK” side of the power door locking switch. 4. While holding down the “UNLOCK” side of the power door locking switch, in- sert the key into the ignition switch and re- move it again at least 6 times within 10
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side of the power door locking switch, close the driver’s door once within 10 sec- onds after Step 4. 6. The turn signal lights flashes 3 times to indicate completion of the setting. NOTE If you do not close the driver’s door within 10 seconds after Step 4, a flash of the turn signal lights will signal time- out. If this happens, repeat the whole procedure from Step 1. You may have the above settings done by your Saab dealer.

¢ Replacing the battery When the transmitter battery begins to get weak, transmitter range will begin to de- crease. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

To replace the battery:

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1. Open the transmitter case using a flat- head screwdriver.

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1) Negative (–) side facing up 4. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to in- stall the new battery with the negative (–) side facing up. 5. Reinstall the back half of the transmit- ter case by snapping it back on. After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “ ” button six times to synchronize the unit.

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2. Separate the case. 3. Remove the old battery from the hold- er.

— Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when replac- ing the battery.

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— Be careful not to damage the printed circuit board in the trans- mitter when replacing the battery.

¢ Replacing lost transmitters If you lose a transmitter or want to pur- chase additional transmitters (up to four can be programmed), you should re-pro- gram all of your transmitters for security reasons. It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmit- ters into your system. q Programming the transmitters The keyless entry system is equipped with a special code learning feature that allows you to program new transmitter codes into the system or to delete old ones. The sys- tem can learn up to four unique transmitter codes. The four transmitter codes may be the same or different.

Programming transmitter codes into system:

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To register a new transmitter with the key- less entry system, it is necessary to pro- gram the transmitter’s code (identification number) into the system. A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter. If there is no bag, open the transmitter case and make a note of the eight-digit number. Program the number into the system in accordance with the following procedure: 1. Firmly close the doors and the rear lift- gate. 2. Open the driver’s door, sit on the driv- er’s seat, and close the door. 3. Perform the following steps within 45
seconds.

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1)Open and close the driver’s door once.

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1) ON 2) LOCK 2)Insert the key into the ignition switch, then turn it from the “LOCK” position to the “ON” position 10 times within 15
seconds.

NOTE — When you complete step 2), an elec- tronic tone will sound once. — If you do not perform steps 1) and 2) within 45 seconds, an error will occur. An electronic tone will not sound. In this event, perform the whole proce- dure again beginning with part 1. 4. Open and close the door once within 15 seconds.

NOTE — When part 4 of the procedure is com- pleted, an electronic tone will sound for 30 seconds. — If you do not perform the operations in part 4 within 15 seconds, an error will occur and the electronic tone will not sound. In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure.

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NOTE — The electronic tone will stop sound- ing when you start entering the num- ber. — If you do not start entering the num- ber using the lock switch before the electronic tone stops sounding, an er- ror will occur. In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure. — If the interval between one push of the switch and the next exceeds five seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again be- ginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3.

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5. Before the electronic tone stops sound- ing, push the lock side of the power door lock switch the same number of times as the leftmost digit of the transmitter code. For example, push the lock switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8.

6. When you have finished entering the

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number, push the unlock side of the lock switch within five seconds. NOTE — An electronic tone will sound. — If you push the unlock side of the lock switch when more than five sec- onds have passed, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the proce- dure again starting with part 3. 7. Perform parts 5 and 6 of the procedure for each of the remaining digits of the transmitter code beginning with the sec- ond digit (counting from the left) and fin- ishing with the eighth digit. NOTE — When you finish entering the eighth digit, an electronic tone will sound for 30 seconds. — If the interval between one push of the switch and the next exceeds five seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again be- ginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 8. Before the electronic tone stops sound- ing, use the power door lock switch to

again enter the transmitter code beginning with the leftmost digit. NOTE If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the elec- tronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 3. 9. When you have finished entering the code a second time, an electronic tone will sound for one second to indicate comple- tion of registration, provided the code en- tered the second time is identical to that entered the first time. NOTE If the code entered the second time is not identical to the code entered the first time, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again be- ginning with part 5. If an error occurs five times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 10.If you wish to program another trans- mitter code into the system (up to four transmitter codes can be programmed into the system), perform the procedure beginning with part 4. When you have fin- ished programming all of the necessary transmitter codes into the system, remove the key from the ignition switch.

11.Test every registered transmitter to confirm correct operation. q Deleting old transmitter codes The control unit of the keyless entry sys- tem has four memory locations to store transmitter codes, giving it the ability to operate with up to four transmitters. When you lose a transmitter, the lost transmit- ter’s code remains in the memory. For se- curity reasons, lost transmitter codes should be deleted from the memory. To delete old transmitter codes, program four transmitter codes into the system. If you have only one current transmitter, program it four times. If you have two cur- rent transmitters, program each one twice. If you have three current transmitters, pro- gram two of them once and the third one twice. This process will leave only current transmitter codes in the system’s memory. NOTE Make sure no one else is operating their keyless entry system within range of your vehicle when programming transmitters. If someone else were to operate their remote transmitter while you are programming your transmit- ters, it is possible that their transmitter code will be programmed into your system, allowing them unauthorized access to your vehicle.

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Alarm system The alarm system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the turn signal lights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehi- cle. The starter motor is also interrupted to prevent starting the vehicle without a key. The system can be armed and disarmed with the remote transmitter. The system does not operate when the key is inserted into the ignition switch. Your vehicle’s alarm system has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory. You can set the system for de- activation yourself or have it done by your Saab dealer.

¢ System operation The alarm system will give the following alarm when triggered: — The vehicle’s horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash for 30 seconds. In addition, the starter motor will not oper- ate. — If any door or the rear liftgate remains open after the 30-second period, the horn will continue to sound for a maximum of 3
minutes. If the door and the rear liftgate are closed while the horn is sounding, the

horn will stop sounding with a delay of up to 30 seconds. The alarm is triggered by: — Opening a door or the rear liftgate. — Turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

¢ Activating and deactivating

the alarm system

To change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation or deactiva- tion, do the following. 1. Disarm the alarm system (see “Disarm- ing the system” in this section). 2. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all doors and the rear liftgate. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” po- sition. 4. Hold down the UNLOCK side of the driver’s power door locking switch, open the driver’s door within the following 1 sec- ond, and wait 10 seconds without releas- ing the switch. The setting will then be changed as follows: If the system was previously activated: The horn sounds twice, indicating that the system is now deactivated. If the system was previously deactivated: The horn sounds once, indicating that the system is now activated.

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NOTE You may have the above setting change done by your Saab dealer.

¢ If you have accidentally trig-

gered the alarm system

q To stop the alarm Do any of the following operations: — Press any button on the remote trans- mitter. — Cycle the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to “ON” position three times within 5 seconds.

¢ Arming the system q To arm the system using remote

transmitter

1. Close all windows and them moonroof (if equipped). 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehi- cle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood is locked. 5. Close all doors and the rear liftgate.

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than two seconds). All doors and the rear liftgate will lock, an electric chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once, and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30
seconds (standby time), the indicator lights will then flash slowly (twice approxi- mately every two seconds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveil- lance. If any of the doors or the rear liftgate is not fully closed, an electronic chirp sounds five times, the turn signal lights flash five times to alert you that the doors or the rear liftgate are not properly closed. When you close the door, the system will automati- cally arm and doors will automatically lock. q To arm the system using power

door locking switches

1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehi- cle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood is locked. 5. Close the doors and the rear liftgate but leave only the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door open.

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: Press to Arm the system. : Press to Disarm the system.

Security indicator light 6. Briefly press the “

” button (for less

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6. Push the front side (“LOCK” side) of the power door locking switch to set the door locks. 7. Close the door. An electronic chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once, and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30
seconds (standby time), the indicator lights will then flash slowly (twice approxi- mately every two seconds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveil- lance. NOTE — The system can be armed even if the engine hood, the windows and/or moonroof are opened. Always make sure that they are fully closed before arming the system.

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— The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your Saab dealer. — The system is in the standby mode for a 30-second period after locking the doors with the remote transmitter. The security indicator light will flash at short intervals during this period. — If any of the following actions is done during the standby period, the system will not switch to the surveillance state. — Doors are unlocked using the re- mote transmitter. — Any door or the rear liftgate is opened. — Ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

— The engine does not start even when the ignition switch is turned to the “START” position once the alarm sys- tem has been triggered.

¢ Disarming the system ” button (for less Briefly press the “ than two seconds) on the remote transmit- ter. The driver’s door will unlock, an elec- tronic chirp will sound twice, the turn sig- nal lights will flash twice and the indicator light will go off.

NOTE (Models with immobiliz- er) If your vehicle is equipped with an im- mobilizer, the immobilizer’s function will cause the security indicator light to flash (approximately once every three seconds) even after the system is dis- armed. NOTE The system can be disarmed by the fol- lowing method. — Cycle the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position three times within 5 seconds. q Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter (i.e. the transmitter is lost, bro- ken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system without using the transmitter. 1. Unlock the door with the key and then open the door. 2. Insert the key into the ignition switch and cycle it from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position three times within 5 seconds. ¢ Valet mode When you choose the valet mode, the se- curity system does not operate. In valet mode, the remote transmitter is used only

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for locking and unlocking the doors and rear liftgate and panic activation. To enter the valet mode, change the set- ting of your vehicle’s alarm system for de- activation mode. (Refer to “Activating and deactivating the alarm system” in this sec- tion.) The security indicator light will con- tinue to flash once every three seconds in- dicating that the system is in the valet mode (only vehicle with an immobilizer). To exit valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation mode. (Refer to “Activating and deactivat- ing the alarm system” in this section.) NOTE If your vehicle is not equipped with an immobilizer, the security indicator light does not flash during the valet mode.

¢ Passive arming When passive arming mode has been programmed by the dealer, arming of the system is automatically accomplished without using the remote transmitter. Note that in this mode, DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. q To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your Saab dealer.

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2-16 Keys and doors

q Arming the system 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” po- sition.

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1) ON 2) LOCK 2. Turn the ignition switch from “ON” to “LOCK” position and remove the key from the ignition switch.

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3. Open the doors and get out of the vehi- cle. 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors with the inside door lock levers. 5. Close the doors. The system will auto- matically arm after one minute. In the passive mode, the system can also be armed with the remote transmitter or with the power door locking switches. If the remote transmitter or power door lock- ing switch is used to lock the vehicle, arm- ing will take place immediately regardless of whether or not the passive mode has been selected.

In passive mode, the system will au- tomatically activate the alarm but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors. In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as indicated in step 4 above or with the key once they have been closed. Failure to lock the doors manually will result in a higher security risk. q Disarming the system To disarm the system, briefly press the “

” button on the transmitter.

¢ Tripped sensor identification The security indicator light flashes when the alarm system has been triggered. Al- so, the number of flashes indicates the lo- cation of unauthorized intrusion or the se- verity of impact on the vehicle. — When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the indicator light will light for 1 second and then flash as follows:

When a door or rear liftgate was opened: 5 times When the ignition switch was turned to the “ON” position: 3 times

NOTE Any of the above indicator light flash-

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ings will recur each time the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. Rearming the alarm system cancels the flashing.

Child safety locks

Windows ¢ Power windows

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LOCK

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Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled. When the child safety lock lever is in the lock position, the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the inner door handle lock lever. The door can only be opened from the outside.

Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out.

To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, you must do the following. — When operating the power win- dows, be extremely careful to pre- vent anyone’s fingers, arms, neck or head from being caught in the window.

— Always lock the passengers’ win- dows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. — Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the power win- dow.

The power windows operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

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2-18 Keys and doors

q Driver’s side switches

s Operating the driver’s window

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window will close as long as the switch is held. s Operating the passengers’ windows

1) Lock switch 2) For driver’s window (with one-touch auto

down feature)

3) For front passenger’s window 4) For rear left window 5) For rear right window All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch cluster at the driver side door.

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To open the passengers’ windows, push the appropriate switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired posi- tion. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until it reaches the desired po- sition.

1) Open 2) Automatically open 3) Close To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down feature that allows the window to be opened fully without holding the switch. Push the switch down until it clicks and re- lease it, and the window will fully open. To stop the window halfway, pull the switch up lightly. To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The

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s Locking the passengers’ windows

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1) Lock 2) Unlock To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ win- dows cannot be opened or closed. Press the switch again to cancel the pas- sengers’ window locking. q Passengers’ side switches To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. When the lock switch on the power win-

dow switch cluster, located on the driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated with the passengers’ switches.

Rear liftgate

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The rear liftgate can be locked and un- locked using either the keyless entry sys- tem or the power door locking switches. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” and “Remote keyless entry system” sec- tions in this chapter. To open the rear liftgate, first unlock the rear liftgate lock then pull the outside han- dle up. Then, hold the rear liftgate and raise it as high as it will go.

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gate – if the rear liftgate cannot be un- locked” in chapter 9 “In case of emer- gency” .

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2-20 Keys and doors

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To close the rear liftgate, lower it slowly and push down firmly until the latch en- gages. The rear liftgate can be lowered easily if you pull down on the recessed grip.

— To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, al- ways keep the rear liftgate closed while driving.

— Do not attempt to shut the rear lift- gate while holding the recessed grip. Also avoid closing the rear liftgate by pulling on the recessed grip from inside the cargo space. There is a danger of your hand be- ing caught and injured.

— Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gas struts or scratch the struts while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the struts, which may result in their inability to hold the rear liftgate open.

— Be careful not to hit your head or face on the rear liftgate when opening or closing the rear lift- gate and when loading or unload- ing cargo.

NOTE If the rear liftgate cannot be unlocked due to a discharged battery, a fault in the door locking/unlocking system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the rear liftgate lock release lever. For the procedure, refer to “Rear lift-

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Moonroof 3
The moonroof has both tilting and sliding functions. The moonroof operates only when the ig- nition switch is in the “ON” position.

Release the switch after the moonroof has been raised or has been lowered com- pletely. Pushing the switch continuously may cause damage to the moonroof.

¢ Sliding function

¢ Tilt function

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1) Tilt up 2) Tilt down The tilting function will only operate when the moonroof is fully closed. Push the rear side of the “Tilt” switch to raise the moonroof. Push the front side of the “Tilt” switch to lower the moonroof.

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1) Open 2) Close Push the “Open/Close” switch rearward to open the moonroof. The sun shade will also be opened together with the moon- roof. Push the “Open/Close” switch forward to close the moonroof. The moonroof will stop halfway if you continue to press on the switch. Release the switch once and push it again to close the moonroof com- pletely.

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After washing the vehicle or after it rains, wipe away water on the roof prior to open- ing the moonroof to prevent drops of water from falling into the passenger compart- ment. NOTE If the moonroof cannot be closed through switch operation because of system failure, it can be closed manu- ally using a hex-head wrench. For the procedure, refer to “Moonroof – if the moonroof cannot be closed” section in chapter 9 “In case of emergency”.

— Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude from the moonroof. A person could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply or if the vehicle is involved in an accident. To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, you must do the following. — Before closing

the moonroof, make sure that no one’s hands, arms, head or other objects will be accidentally caught in the moon- roof.

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2-22 Keys and doors

— Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the moonroof.

— Do not sit on the edge of the open

moonroof.

— Do not operate the moonroof if falling snow or extremely cold conditions have caused it to freeze shut.

¢ Sun shade

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The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed. If the moonroof is opened, the sun shade also moves back.

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Instruments and controls

Ignition switch .................................................... LOCK ....................................................................... ACC .......................................................................... ON ............................................................................ START ...................................................................... Key reminder chime ............................................... Ignition switch light 3 ............................................ Key interlock release (AT vehicles only) .............. Hazard warning flasher ...................................... Meters and gauges ............................................. Speedometer ........................................................... Odometer/Trip meter .............................................. Tachometer ............................................................. Fuel gauge ............................................................... Temperature gauge ................................................ Outside temperature indicator .............................. Warning and indicator lights ............................. Seatbelt warning light and chime .......................... SRS airbag system warning light .......................... Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators .............................................................. CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ....................................................... Charge warning light .............................................. Oil pressure warning light ..................................... AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (AT vehicles) ......................................................... ABS warning light ................................................... Brake system warning light ...................................

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Door open warning light ........................................ All-Wheel Drive warning light (AWD AT vehicles) ................................................................ Selector lever position indicator (AT vehicles) ................................................................ Turn signal indicator lights .................................... High beam indicator light ....................................... Cruise control indicator light ................................. Cruise control set indicator light ..........................

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Clock .................................................................... 3-15
Light control switch ........................................... 3-15
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Turn signal lever ................................................. 3-17
Illumination brightness control ......................... 3-18
Headlight beam leveler (Cars with HID

Headlights ............................................................... High/low beam change (dimmer) .......................... Headlight flasher ..................................................... Daytime running light system ...............................

headlights only) ............................................... 3-18
Parking light switch ........................................... 3-19
Front fog light button 3 ..................................... 3-19
Wiper and washer ............................................... 3-20
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Rear window defogger button ........................... 3-23
Windshield wiper deicer 3 ................................. 3-24

Windshield wiper and washer switches ............... Rear window wiper and washer switch ................

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Instruments and controls Mirrors ................................................................. 3-24
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3-25
Tilt steering wheel .............................................. 3-26
Horn ..................................................................... 3-26

Inside mirror ........................................................... Outside mirrors .......................................................

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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Ignition switch

Instruments and controls

ignition switch

300564
The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and START. NOTE — Keep the in the “LOCK” position when the engine is not running. — Using electrical accessories for a long time with the ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position can cause the battery to go dead. If the ignition switch will not move from the “LOCK” position to the “ACC” po- sition, turn the steering wheel slightly to the left and right as you turn the ig- nition switch. — If the key is attached to a keyholder

or to a large bunch of other keys, cen- trifugal force may act on it as the vehi- cle moves, resulting in unwanted turn- ing of the ignition switch. Also, if a large keyholder is attached to the key, your knees or hands may accidentally touch it in a way that turns the ignition switch.

¢ LOCK The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel when you remove the key. If turning the key is difficult, turn the steer- ing wheel slightly to the right and left as you turn the key. q Automatic transmission vehicles

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300566
The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the selector lever is in the “P” position. q Manual transmission vehicles

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3-4 Instruments and controls

“LOCK” only when the key is pushed in while turning it.

— Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, prevent- ing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer.

— Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child or others. Children could operate the power windows, the moonroof or other controls or even make the vehicle move.

¢ ACC In this position the electrical accessories (radio, cigarette lighter, etc.) can be used.

¢ ON This is the normal operating position after the engine is started.

¢ START The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON” position.

Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running. q For models with immobilizer If you fail to start your engine with your registered key, once pull out the key (at this light blinks), and then insert the key in the igni- tion switch and turn it to the “START” po- sition and again try to start your engine. NOTE The engine may not start in the follow- ing cases:

the security

indicator

time,

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— The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder.

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— The key is near another key that con- tains an immobilizer transponder.

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¢ Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” positions. The chime stops when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

¢ Ignition switch light 3
For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light comes on when driver’s door is opened. The light re- mains on for 10 seconds and goes out af- ter driver’s door is closed or if the key is turned to the “ON” position.

¢ Key interlock release (AT ve-

hicles only)

If the key can not be turned to the “LOCK” position even when the selector lever is in the “P” position: 1. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.

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dealer immediately to have the key inter- lock system repaired.

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2. Remove the cover under the steering column using a Phillips screwdriver.

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3. Turn the ignition key while pressing the key interlock release lever. Take your vehicle to the nearest Saab

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3-6 Instruments and controls

Hazard warning flasher

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The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works with the ignition switch in any position. To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the hazard warning button on the in- strument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.

Meters and gauges NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear po- larized glasses. ¢ Speedometer The speedometer shows speed.

the vehicle

¢ Odometer/Trip meter

300614

1) Trip meter 2) Odometer This meter displays the odometer and two

trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “ACC” or “ON” position. q Odometer The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven. q Double trip meter

300660
The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero. To change the mode indication, briefly push the knob. Each press of the knob changes the func- tion alternately.

A trip meter

B trip meter

To set the trip meter to zero, select the A

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trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds.

To ensure safety, do not attempt to change the function of the indicator during driving, as an accident could result. NOTE If the connection between the instru- ment cluster and battery is broken for any reason such as vehicle mainte- nance or fuse replacement, the data re- corded on the trip meter will be lost.

¢ Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute.

Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. In this range, fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module to protect the engine from overrev- ving. The engine will resume run- ning normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.

¢ Fuel gauge

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1) Low fuel warning light The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. The gauge does not return to “E” even

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though the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. The gauge may move slightly during brak- ing, turning or acceleration due to fuel lev- el movement in the tank. q Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty [approximately 2.3 US gal (9.0 liters)]. It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” po- sition. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters).

(Turbo model only) Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light comes on. Engine misfires as a re- sult of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.

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3-8 Instruments and controls

¢ Temperature gauge

— When there is too much sun. — During idling. — While running at low speeds in a traffic jam. — When the engine is restarted immedi- ately following a shutdown. — When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range.

If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the ve- hicle as soon as possible. See “In case of emergency” in chap- ter 9.

¢ Outside temperature indica-

tor

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1) Normal operating range The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The coolant temperature will vary in ac- cordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions. We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle of the range. En- gine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided.

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1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from –22 to 122°F (–30 to 50°C). The indicator can give a false reading un- der any of the following conditions:

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Instruments and controls 3-9

Warning and indicator lights Several of the warning and indicator lights come on momentarily and then go out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits check- ing the operation of the bulbs. Apply the parking brake and turn the igni- tion switch to the “ON” position. The fol- lowing lights come on: — Seatbelt warning light — SRS airbag system warning light — Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON in- dicator light — Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator light — CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal- function indicator lamp — Charge warning light — Oil pressure warning light — AT OIL temperature warning light (AT vehicles) — ABS warning light — Brake system warning light — All-Wheel Drive warning light (AWD AT vehicles) — Cruise control indicator light 3
— Cruise control set indicator light 3
If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system.

Consult your authorized Saab dealer for repair.

¢ Seatbelt warning light

and chime

Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s seat, as re- quired by current safety standards. There is a seatbelt warning light in the combina- tion meter. If the driver has not yet fastened the seat- belt when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light will flash for 6 seconds, to warn that the seatbelt is unfastened. If the driver’s seatbelt is not fastened, a chime will also sound simultaneously. If the driver’s seatbelt is still not fastened 6 seconds later, the warning light will re- main lit for 15 seconds. If the driver’s seat- belt is still not fastened even 15 seconds later (21 seconds after turning ON the ig- nition switch), the warning lights will alter- nate between flashing and steady illumi- nation at 15-second intervals, and the chime will sound while the warning light is flashing. Alternate flashing and steady illumination of the warning lights and sounding of the chime will continue until the driver fastens the seatbelt.

NOTE — If the driver unfastens the seatbelt af- ter fastening, the seatbelt warning de- vice operates as follows according to the vehicle speed.

— At speeds lower than approximate- ly 9 mph (15 km/h) The warning light will alternate be- tween flashing and steady illumina- tion at 15-second intervals. The chime will not sound. — At speeds higher than approxi- mately 9 mph (15 km/h) The warning light will alternate be- tween flashing and steady illumina- tion at 15-second intervals and the chime will sound while the warning light is flashing.

— It is possible to cancel the warning operation that follows the 6-second warning after turning ON the ignition switch by unfastening and refastening the driver’s seatbelt. When the ignition switch is turned ON next time, howev- er, the complete sequence of warning operation resumes. For further details about canceling the warning operation, please contact your Saab dealer.

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3-10 Instruments and controls

¢ SRS airbag system

warning light

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the SRS airbag system warning light will come on for approxi- mately six seconds and go out. This shows the SRS airbag and SRS side air- bag 3 and seatbelt pretensioners are in normal operation.

— Continuous illumination of the

warning light

— Illumination of the warning light

while driving

¢ Front passenger’s frontal air-

bag ON and OFF indicators

If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pre- tensioners and/or SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest Saab dealer to have the checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision, which may increase the risk of injury. — Flashing or flickering of the warn-

system

ing light

— No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” position

PASS AIR BAG OFFOFF ONON

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ON or

OFF or

:Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator :Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator

The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators show you the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. The indicators are located next to the clock in the central portion of the instru- ment panel.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, both the ON and OFF indi- cators illuminate for 6 seconds during which time the system is checked. Follow- ing the system check, both indicators ex- tinguish for 2 seconds. After this, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag reached by the Saab ad- vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF indicator will remain extinguished. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is deactivated, the passenger’s frontal air- bag ON indicator will remain extinguished while the OFF indicator will illuminate. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, if both the ON and OFF indica- tors remain lit or extinguished simulta- neously even after the system check peri- od, the system is faulty. Contact your Saab dealer immediately for an inspec- tion.

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¢ CHECK ENGINE warn- ing light/Malfunction in- dicator lamp

If the CHECK ENGINE light comes on while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Saab dealer as soon as possible. Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could cause serious damage, which may not be covered by your vehi- cle’s warranty. If this light comes on steadily or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate that there is a problem or potential prob- lem somewhere in the emission control system. q If the light comes on steadily: If the light comes on steadily while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized Saab dealer immediately. NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel

filler cap is not tightened until it clicks. If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp coming on could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap.