2001 Saab 9 3 Owners Manual

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Safety Security Convertible Instruments and controls Owner’s Manual Saab 9-3 M2001 11 35 47 59 Saab 9-3 Audio System 93 OnStar - Telematics 117 Interior equipment, trunk 129 Starting and driving 151 Car care 191 Maintenance and owner assistance 235 Technical data 243 Index 257 © Saab Automobile AB 2000 Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden Printed in Sweden 2 NOTE NOTE texts warn of potential damage to the car if the recommendations are not followed. Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement, we retain the right to incorpo- rate modifications and to alter specifications during production without prior notice. If you have any queries concerning your car, its equipment, the warranty conditions or the like, your Saab dealer will be pleased to help. Introduction This manual provides practical guidance on driving and caring for your Saab. The Saab 9-3 is available with a 2.0l turbo-engine, 185 hp or 205 hp or a 2.3l turbo-engine, 230 hp. Although the manual describes the most important differences between model vari- ants, it does not include precise specifica- tions of the different variants. Some differ- ences also occur to meet special legal requirements in different countries. Importation and distribution of Saab auto- mobiles, spare parts and accessories are handled exclusively by General Motors of Canada Limited in Canada and by Saab Cars USA, Inc. in the U.S.A. We recommend that you read through the manual before taking the car out for the first time and that you keep it in the car for future reference. To find a specific item, use the overviews given on pages 3-6. A list of contents is given at the beginning of each section of the manual, and there is also a comprehensive index at the back of the book. Supplied with the car is a Warranties and Service Record booklet and a tire warranty folder which specifies the regular mainte- nance to be carried out. The book also con- tains important warranty conditions: WARNING WARNING texts warn against the danger of injury if the specified instructions are not followed. Best wishes, 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. The specifications, design particulars and illus- trations included in the manual are not binding. Instrument panel High/low beam ________________ 75 Parking lights __________________ 75 Daytime running lights ___________ 75 Changing bulbs _______________ 206 High/low beam control stalk 75 Direction indicators _______ 76 Cruise Control __________ 169 Rear fog light ___________ 77 Front fog lights___________ 77 Instrument lighting ________ 78 Steering-wheel-mounted controls, Audio System __ 109 Warning and indicator lights _____ 60 Tachometer __________________ 66 Speedometer _________________ 66 Odometer and trip meter ________ 66 Gauge showing turbo pressure ___ 67 Fuel gauge __________________ 68 Temperature gauge ____________ 67 Ashtrays ___________________ 141 Cigarette lighter ______________ 141 Trip computer (Saab Information Display, SID) __ 69 Night panel __________________ 73 Clock _______________________ 74 Washers and wipers ______ 78 Rear-window wiper _______ 79 Replacing wiper blades __ 204 Audio system____________ 94 Cassette player _________ 100 CD player _____________ 103 Hazard warning lights _____ 76 Climate control system: manual _______________ 80 Climate control system: automatic _____________ 84 Car care ______________ 191 Seat heating controls ____ 135 4 Exterior Sunroof _______________ 138 Convertible _____________ 48 Washing the car ________ 226 Waxing and polishing ____ 227 Touching-up of paintwork _ 227 Anticorrosion treatment ___ 228 Service program ________ 239 Taillights ______________ 208 Stop lights _____________ 208 Light switches ___________ 75 Changing bulbs _________ 206 Towing ________________ 185 Towrope attachment eyes _ 185 Towing a trailer _________ 179 Trunk lid lock ___________ 144 Lowering the rear seat ____ 144 Trunk _________________ 147 Spare wheel ___________ 149 Tools _________________ 149 Lighting _______________ 208 Driving with a roof rack load ____ 182 Mounting of roof rack __________ 182 Maximum loads ______________ 244 Hood release handle __________ 192 Engine compartment: washing __ 226 Headlight switches _______ 75 High/low beam control stalk 75 Turn signal & lane change indicators ______________ 76 Headlamp wipers _______ 204 Changing bulbs ________ 206 Central locking __________ 36 Interior locking buttons ____ 37 Trunk lock ______________ 40 Child safety lock catch ____ 39 Car alarm (Anti-theft system) 41 Fuel filler door __________ 157 Refuelling _____________ 157 Fuel grade ____________ 249 Fuel gauge _____________ 68 Fuel economy __________ 176 Tires & Rims_____________ 217 / 252 Tire pressure ___________ back cover Driving in cold weather ________ 177 Brakes and braking ___________ 170 Compact spare wheel _________ 220 Changing a wheel ____________ 221 Interior Internal rearview mirror ________ 143 Door mirrors ________________ 143 Vanity mirror ________________ 140 Interior lighting switch _________ 139 Interior lighting: changing bulbs __ 210 Power steering _________ 251 Steering-wheel adjustment 137 Airbag _________________ 28 Seat adjustment ________ 130 Safety belts _____________ 12 Seat heating ___________ 135 Rear seat _____________ 144 Folding down the rear seat 144 Child seats _____________ 19 Upholstery: cleaning _____ 225 Safety belts _____________ 12 Safety-belt care ________ 224 Airbag _________________ 28 Child seats _____________ 19 Child safety lock catch ____ 39 Glove compartment _____ 141 Manual transmission ____ 161 Automatic transmission __ 162 Center console ______________ 136 Electric windows _____________ 136 Sunroof ____________________ 138 Convertible __________________ 48 Ignition switch _______________ 152 Starting the engine ___________ 153 Engine break-in period ________ 161 Parking ____________________ 174 Driving in hot/cold weather _____ 177 6 Engine bay Warning labels ___________ 7 V.I.N. number __________ 253 Engine number _________ 253 Gearbox number ________ 253 Color coding ___________ 253 Ignition system _________ 250 Drive belt ______________ 203 Alternator _____________ 203 Spark plugs ____________ 250 Catalytic converter ______ 156 Simple fault tracing (A/C, ACC) ____________ 232 Turbo-compressor ________ 67 Pressure gauge __________ 67 Important considerations for driving _____________ 154 Technical data: engine ___ 247 Engine: description ____________ 194 Engine oil, level control and topping up _______________ 196 Engine oil: changing ___________ 196 Oil grade_____________________ 247 Brake system ________________ 251 Brake fluid __________________ 200 Brake pads __________________ 200 ABS brakes _________________ 170 Fuse panels ___________ 212 Changing a fuse ________ 212 Table of fuses __________ 214 Relays _______________ 216 Coolant, checking and topping up ________ 198 Coolant, changing ______ 199 Temperature gauge ______ 67 Driving in hot weather ____ 179 Driving in cold weather ___ 177 Washer fluid ___________ 205 Topping up with fluid _____ 205 Washer jets ___________ 205 Wiper/washer control stalk _ 78 Manual transmission __________ 197 Automatic transmission ________ 197 Transmission oil ______________ 197 Gearbox: technical data ________ 250 Steering servo _______________ 201 Fluid checking and topping up ______________ 201 Battery _____________________ 201 Battery charge _______________ 201 Jump starting ________________ 187 Warning labels Radiator fan: The radiator fan can cut in even after engine has been switched off. Drive belt: Danger! Moving belt Coolant: Never open while engine is hot. Escaping coolant under pressure can cause serious injuries. A/C system: Refrigerant at high pressure. Do not undo or remove any connections in the A/C system until the system has been emptied. Working the wrong way may result in injury. Work on the A/C system must be left to qualified personnel only. For working instructions, see the Workshop Handbook. The A/C system complies with SAE J639. Refrigerant: 770 g of R134a. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG Oil SP-10, or SAAB oil 4759106 SP-10. (cid:127) AVOID SPARKS, AVOID OPEN FLAMES, NO SMOKING (cid:127) KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN (cid:127) SEE MANUAL (cid:127) PROTECT YOUR EYES (cid:127) FLAMMABLE GAS (cid:127) ACID Battery: Contains corrosive sulphuric acid (40%) (cid:127) FLAMMABLE GASES formed when car is running and during charging of battery (cid:127) Always wear eye and face protection when working on the battery (cid:127) Smoking, open flames and sparks can all cause battery to explode (cid:127) Consult the manual before using jumper cables. (cid:127) Battery acid can cause SERIOUS BURNS (cid:127) Keep battery upright (cid:127) Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing In the event of an accident, flush affected area promptly with water and seek medical help. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN (cid:127) 8 CANADA USA AIR BAG WARNING Flip visor over CANADA Wheel changing: Intended for the Saab 9-5 and 9-3. Use the jack only on firm, level ground. Use blocks. Max. jack load: 2200 lbs. (1000 kg). For further information, see the manual. WARNING Belt beam Warning for pinch risk due to movable parts when beam is in unlocked position. USA 50 10 111 WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. (cid:127) Children 12 and under can be killed by the air bag. (cid:127) The BACK SEAT is the SAFEST place for children. (cid:127) NEVER put a rear-facing child seat in the front. (cid:127) Sit as far back as possible from the air bag. (cid:127) ALWAYS use SEAT BELT and CHILD RESTRAINTS Long loads Always SECURE LOAD to prevent it from shift- ing during transport. An unsecured load could cause passenger injuries in braking situations or in the event of a collision. Cover sharp edges with a protective wrap. (cid:127) Max. weight 30 lbs. (15 kg). (cid:127) Max. length 6 ft. (2 metres). See your Owner’s Manual before securing loads. 4 Soft top, Saab 9-3 Convertible Push the handle in before driving away. There would otherwise be a risk of injury. Keep hands away from moving parts of the convertible top. Failure to do so may cause personal injury. Do not raise or lower top with passengers in the rear seat. Personal injury may result from head contact with top. Child lock safety catch Locked. The door can not be opened from inside. Jack – The jack is designed solely for use in changing a wheel or fitting snow chains. – The car must be standing level and the jack must be positioned on a firm, level surface. – Never crawl under the car while it is raised on the jack. USE 1 Apply the parking brake and engage first or reverse gear; if the car has automatic transmission, select P. 2 Fit the jack at the jacking point nearest to the wheel that is to be changed. 3 Wind up the jack until the car just begins to lift. 4 If there is a wheel cover, remove it by inserting a screwdriver behind it and prying it off. 5 Loosen the wheel bolts by half a turn, using the tool in the toolkit. 6 Wind up the jack so that the wheel clears the ground. Unscrew all the wheel bolts and take the wheel off. 7 Fit the spare wheel and tighten the wheel bolts enough for the bolts and wheel to seat correctly. 8 Lower the car. Tighten the wheel bolts in the sequence shown by the figure. 10 (This page has been left blank). Safety Safety belts...................... Head restraint.................. Child safety...................... Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System "SRS") 11 12 18 19 28 Safety 12 Safety belts WARNING Safety belts must be worn at all times by all car occupants. Child safety, see page 19. Check that the tongue of the belt lock engages properly. To reduce the risk of head injuries in the event of a collision, the roof pillars and side edges of the headlining incorporate cushioning material (Convertible: wind- screen pillars and upper part of wind- screen rail). These areas must not be modified in any way. Work on these areas must only be carried out at an authorized Saab dealer. Three-point inertia-reel safety belts are pro- vided for all seats. Research has established that it is danger- ous for rear-seat passengers not to wear their safety belts. WARNING In the event of an accident, the rear-seat passengers can be thrown forward against the front-seat backrests, impos- ing much higher stresses on the front-seat passengers and belts and resulting in needless injury to everyone in the car. WARNING For safety reasons, you should adjust safety belts only while the car is station- ary. FASTEN BELTS Safety-belt reminder When the ignition is switched on, the ”fasten belts” reminder will light up for 6 seconds or until the driver and any passengers are wearing their belts. An audible alarm will also sound for six seconds or until the driver has fastened his belt. Safety-belt pretensioners The belts of the front seats are fitted with automatic pretensioners, which are acti- vated in the event of a severe frontal colli- sion or very violent rear-end collision. They serve to reduce the forward movement of the body by tensioning the belt. The belt pretensioners do not activate in less violent frontal or rear-end collisions. WARNING If the car is involved in a collision, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other components must be inspected by an authorized Saab dealer and replaced as necessary. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belt yourself but visit an author- ized Saab dealer. Correct position for safety belt (cid:127) The lap part of the belt should be pulled as tightly as comfortable and as low as possible across the hips, so that it is just touching the top of the thighs. The shoul- der belt should be well in on the shoulder but not touching the neck. WARNING Proper positioning of the safety belt is extremely important. An out of position safety belt can result in the wearer sliding underneath the belt in a collision (subma- rining) and injury can result from the lap portion cutting into the abdomen. (cid:127) Check to ensure that the belt is not twisted or rubbing against any sharp edges. (cid:127) There should not be any slack in the belt. Pull the belt tight – particularly important when thick outer clothing is worn. Safety 13 Sit correctly before putting the belt on (cid:127) Refrain from tilting the backrest more than necessary, as the safety belt provides better protection when the seat is in the more upright position. (cid:127) Only one person per safety belt! WARNING If two people share a belt, they risk injury by being crushed together in the event of an accident. (cid:127) For most of the time a safety belt is worn, the retractor will allow the wearer freedom of movement. The retractor locks up auto- matically if the belt is jerked or withdrawn sharply, the car tilts, the brakes are applied hard or a collision occurs. 14 Safety (cid:127) Children who have grown out of a child seat should be restrained by the car’s standard three-point belts. Make sure that the shoulder belt is not in contact with the neck or throat. If it is, a booster seat/cush- ion may be necessary. WARNING Never fasten the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind the body or pull the belt off the shoulder and under the arm. To fasten the belt Press the red button to release the belt. To release the belt, press the red button on the belt buckle, as illustrated. See page 224 for the checking of belt func- tion, cleaning etc. Front seat belts Fasten the belt by pulling the belt and insert- ing the tongue in the buckle. Check that it is securely fastened. Because the lower belt-anchorage points are on the seat (9-3 5-door), the belt buckle follows the movement of the seat during seat adjustment. In the 9-3 Coupé and 9-3 Convertible, the lower outer anchorage point is in the rear of the sill, which makes it all the more important that the lap strap is not slack during use. Grasp the shoulder belt close to the buckle and pull the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. The belt must be as far in on the shoulder as possible. Safety 15 Safety belt use during pregnancy Pregnant women must always wear a safety belt to protect both themselves and the unborn child. The lap belt should be placed low, across the hips and over the upper thighs. The belt guide on the door pillar Belt guide The belt guide on the door pillar can be set to five different heights. Set the guide as high as possible without causing the belt to chafe against the throat. In the case of a short person the guide can be lowered until the belt comes about an inch (a few centimetres) from the throat but still provides safe restraint. Raise the belt guide by pushing it upwards to the desired position. To lower it, the release button must first be depressed. Check that it has engaged in its new position by pulling up and down. 16 Safety Safety belts, rear seat (the central head restraint is an accessory) Securing a load on the rear seat Safety belts, rear seat Three-point safety belts are provided for all three rear-seat passengers (2 for Convert- ible model). Fasten the belts by pulling the belt across you and inserting the tongue into the buckle. Check that it is securely fastened. Grasp the shoulder belt close to the buckle and pull the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. The belt must be as far in on the shoulder as possible. Press the red button on the belt buckle to release the belt. WARNING (cid:127) Make sure that the belt does not become trapped when the backrest is folded down or raised (see page 144). (cid:127) If you must carry an item of luggage on a seat, ensure that it is held securely by the safety belt. This will reduce the risk of injury by flying objects in the event of an accident. (cid:127) Protect the belt from sharp edges. See page 148 for securing of load. See page 224 for the checking of belt func- tion, cleaning etc. Safety 17 Belts should not be worn with straps twisted. Each belt assembly must only be used by one occupant; it is dangerous to put a belt around a child being carried on the occu- pant´s lap. WARNING No modifications or additions should be made by the user which will either prevent the safety belt adjusting device from oper- ating to remove slack, or prevent the safety belt assembly from being adjusted to remove slack. WARNING Safety belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body, and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis or the pelvis, chest and shoulders, as applicable; wearing the lap section of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided. Safety belts should be adjusted as firmly as possible, consistent with comfort, to provide the protection for which they have been designed. A loose belt will greatly reduce the protection afforded to the wearer. Care should be taken to avoid contamina- tion of the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water. The belt should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed, contaminated or damaged. It is essential to replace the entire assem- bly after it has been worn in a severe impact even if damage to the assembly is not obvious. Safety 18 Head restraint The front seats in the Saab 9-3 are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These reduce the risk of whiplash injury if the car is hit from behind. In the event of a rear-end collision, the body is forced back against the backrest. This, in turn, causes the mechanism to press the head restraint forward and upward, thus lim- iting the backward movement of the head. The SAHR is a mechanical system, actu- ated by body weight. The mechanism is built into the top of the backrest, where it is con- nected to the head restraint. The SAHR does not normally need to be replaced after a rear-end collision. The head restraint can be raised or lowered and is adjustable in various positions. (cid:127) Raising: grasp the head restraint on both sides and pull it straight up. (cid:127) Lowering: depress the catch on the left-hand side of the attaching point and press the head restraint down. WARNING Adjust the head restraint so that the head is well supported and the center of the head restraint is at ear height, thus reduc- ing the likelihood of neck injury in an acci- dent. Child safety Car safety tips WARNING (cid:127) Never leave your children unattended in a car, even for a short time. – Children can suffer heat stroke - per- haps die - in a matter of minutes. – Children can put the car into gear and hurt themselves or others. (cid:127) At gas stations, take the keys from the car while filling the tank. (cid:127) Never allow children to climb on top of - or under motor vehicles. (cid:127) Always look for children before backing your motor vehicle out of a garage or driveway. (cid:127) To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, never let a car idle in the garage. (cid:127) Supervise young children around buck- ets of water while washing your car. Small children can drown in seconds in less than an inch of water. WARNING (cid:127) Children must always be suitably restrained in the car. All child restraints and booster seats are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by the lap belt or the lap belt of a lap-shoulder belt. If the child restraint is not properly secured, a child can be endangered in a crash. (cid:127) NEVER put a child seat in the front. (cid:127) Children 12 and under can be killed by the airbag. (cid:127) According to accident statistics, the BACK SEAT is SAFER for properly restrainen children than the front seat. (cid:127) Sit as far back as possible from the air bag. Safety 19 Protect your children from getting trapped in the trunk of a car WARNING (cid:127) Teach your kids not to play in or around cars. (cid:127) Watch your children when loading or unloading the car so they don´t get locked in by mistake. (cid:127) Always lock the doors and trunk of your car, and keep the keys out of children´s sight and reach. (cid:127) Keep the rear fold-down seats closed to help prevent kids from getting into the trunk from inside the car. 20 Safety The same attention must be given to child safety in the car as is given to adults. Children travel most safely when properly restrained, but restraints must be suitable for the size of the child. Always follow the child seat/booster cushion manufacturer´s instructions when installing these devices in your vehicle. Make sure you are acquainted with the legal requirements for seating children in the car. Make sure that it is possible to fit a child restraint in accordance with the manufac- turer’s child seat instructions. When fitting child seats in cars you must always read the instructions supplied by the manufacturer. Lockable belt tongue If fitting a child seat that is intended to be secured in position by the lap portion of the safety belt, make use of the locking function of the buckle. Locking the lap portion of the belt lessens the risk that the seat will work loose while the car is in motion. The button for the locking function is located on the back of the buckle. 1 Position the child seat in the back of the car. 2 To activate the locking function, move the locking button on the tongue of the belt to the position marked ”CHILD SEAT” (item 1 in the figure) in order to activate the locking function. 3 Secure the base of the child seat with the lap portion of the safety belt in accor- dance with the installation instructions accompanying the child seat. 4 Grasp the shoulder part of the safety belt and pull it upwards to tighten the lap por- tion against the child seat. 5 Check for correct locking function by pulling on the lap portion of the belt. The belt must not unreel. Locking the lap belt 1 Locked 2 Unlocked LATCH LATCH (Lower Anchorages & Top tethers for CHildren) consists of two types of attach- ments for child restraints in the rear set, ISOFIX and top tether. ISOFIX are lower attachments located where the seat and back cushions come together. Top tether are upper attachments located between beltbeam and parcel shelf, see page 23 and 24. Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints. Safety 21 Illustration showing lower attachments (ISOFIX) in the rear seat. Top tethers are located behind the head restraints, one for each seat position, see page 23 and 24. 22 Safety LATCH installation To facilitate the proper fitting of new spe- cially-design child restraints, 9-3's except Convertibles have rigid lower anchorages (ISOFIX) and top tether anchorages in the two outboard rear seating positions. There is an additional top tether anchorage for the center rear seating position. LATCH is a U.S./Canadian government standard for an uniform method of fitting child restraints without using the standard safety belts. Only certain child restraints are equipped to utilize these rigid lower anchor- ages behind where the seat cushion and seat back come together. LATCH child seats also utilize a top tether strap that is found on some newer child seats that still require installation with the standard safety belts. There are two bars attached to the car body for each specially designed LATCH child restraint. A small circular label is located on the seat back just above each attachment bar to facilitate installing the child restraint. 1 Place the child restraint on one of the designated outboard rear seat cushions. 2 Press the child restraint rearward, lining up the restraint attachment arms with the labels. 3 Follow the child restraint instructions to confirm that both restraint arms are properly attached to the bars. 4 Attach the top tether strap to the in-car anchorage and tighten according to the restraint instructions, see page 23 and 24. 5 Pull the child restraint to make a second check that restraint is securely attached at both the lower anchorage bars and the top tether strap. For the top tether, only use the strap sup- plied with the child restraint. Always follow the installation instructions supplied with the child restraint. The availability of LATCH child restraints may be limited. Child restraints using rigid lower anchor- ages (ISOFIX) cannot be fitted where a inte- grated booster seat is installed. Rigid 2-point lower attachment with top tether Semi-rigid 2-point lower attachment with top tether Child tether anchorages, Coupé and 5-door models Child restraints with a tether strap must be anchored according to law. WARNING Child tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for: (cid:127) Adult safety belts. (cid:127) Harnesses. (cid:127) Attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle. (cid:127) Load securing device. The belt anchorage beam is provided with three top tether anchorages. Use the one that is located just behind the child restraint and attach the restraint as follows: 1 Open the luggage compartment. 2 Unhook the rubber straps. 3 Lift the parcel shelf slightly and pull it clear of the guide pins in the front edge of the shelf support. 4 Fold the anchorages up as illustrated. 5 Raise the headrest to provide access to the anchor. The child restraint tether must be routed under the headrest. To make it more comfortable for the child, the headrest may be removed. 6 Attach the tether to the anchorage that is located just behind the child restraint. 7 Secure the lower part of the child restraint by means of the seat belt as described in the child restraint mounting instruction. 8 Tighten the tether so that the back of the child restraint is pressed hard against the backrest. Fold the anchorages down when not in use. Safety 23 Child tether anchorage, Coupé and 5- door models. The tether strap is not a part of the child tether anchorage. Forward facing child restraint in center rear position When installing a forward facing child restraint in the center rear position the child restraint must be fitted using the standard safety belt together with the top tether anchorage. 24 Safety Child tether anchorages, Convert- ible models Child restraints with a tether strap must be anchored according to law. WARNING Child tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for: (cid:127) Adult safety belts. (cid:127) Harnesses. (cid:127) Attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle. (cid:127) Load securing device. The car is provided with two top tether anchorages. Use the one that is right behind the child restraint and attach the restraint as follows: 1 Lower the convertible top fully. 2 Switch off the ignition when the top stor- age covers are in their straight up posi- tion. 3 Place the child restraint in the rear seat. 4 Unlock the backrest and lower it about 8 in. (20 cm). 5 Insert the child restraint´s upper tether between the bottom of the headrest and the top of the backrest. 6 Run the hook and the tether over the cross-member behind the headrest. 7 There are slits in the fabric where the top bag is joined to the cross-member. Insert hook and strap through the slit opening. 8 Attach the tether to the anchorage. This might be easier if you insert your other hand between the backrest and the crossmember to help attach the tether. 9 Raise the backrest and lock in place. 10 Tighten the tether so that the back of the child restraint is pressed hard against the backrest. Also check that no buckle is positioned above the cross-member, as this could obstruct locking of the ton- neau cover. 11 Secure the lower part of the child restraint by means of the seat belt as Attaching tether strap hook to anchorage, Convertible. The tether strap is not a part of the tether child anchorage. described in the child restraint mounting instructions. Installation of child restraint using the standard safety belt Child restraint that are approved for rear- ward facing installation in the rear seat can be positioned in any of the three rear places. If the child restraint is positioned in the center place, the child restraint support legs should be used. The tethers should be fixed to the beam beneath the driver´s and passenger´s seat. The fixing points are color marked. Make sure that it is possible to fit it in accor- dance with the manufacturer’s instructions. When fitting child restraints in cars you must always read the instructions sup- plied by the child seat manufacturer. Safety 25 Child restraints installed in the rear seat Child restraints installed in the rear seat Fixing points for child restraint tethers 26 Safety Integrated booster seat (accessory) Integrated booster seats are available as part of the rear seat backrest. This child restraint is designed for use by children who weigh between 33 and 80 lbs. (15 and 36 kg) and are between 38 and 54 inches (970 and 1370 mm) in height. A child sitting in an integrated booster seat must use the car’s regular lap and shoulder belt. Regardless of the child’s weight and age, proper contact between child and belt is vital. Always make certain that the seat is undamaged and is kept clean so that it will function properly. This child restraint system conforms to all applicable motor vehicle safety standards. Folding out 1 Press in the latches and lift and remove the car’s regular head restraint. Turn it 180° and remount it. Make certain that it is locked securely in place. 2 Lift up the booster seat’s headrest. 3 Pull out the upper part of the opener strap and lower the seat itself. Make cer- tain that it is locked in the lowered posi- tion. (cid:127) The belt must contact the body firmly to provide the best protection. Pull up on the shoulder strap to tension the belt properly. (cid:127) Make certain the belt moves freely between the retractor and the buckle. Fasten the belt (cid:127) See that the child is seated as far back as possible against the back support. (cid:127) Adjust the booster seat’s head support so that its center is at ear height. (cid:127) To attach the belt, pull it out slowly and insert the latch plate into the buckle. Make certain the latch plate is properly engaged in the buckle. (cid:127) The lap portion of the belt must be posi- tioned low on the pelvis, and the shoulder strap must be as far in on the shoulder as possible without chafing against the child’s neck or causing discomfort. Safety 27 Folding booster seat a Pull the upper part of the release strap out and fold up the seat itself. Make sure that it is locked firmly in its folded-up position. b Press the booster seat’s headrest all the way down. c Press in the latches on the car’s regular head restraint. Remove it, rotate it 180° and remount it. Make certain it is locked correctly. WARNING (cid:127) Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoul- der belt system when restraining the child in the booster seat. (cid:127) The seat must not be modified or changed in any way. (cid:127) Do not leave a child alone in a car with- out supervision. (cid:127) The car’s regular head restraint must always be turned 180° back to its orig- inal position after the integrated booster seat is folded away. (cid:127) Check that the belt is not twisted or rubbing against any sharp edges. ISOFIX child restraints cannot be fitted in a car with integrated booster seats. Label in integrated booster cushion WARNING Failure to follow all the manufacturer’s instructions on the use of this child restraint system can cause your child to strike the vehicle´s interior during a sudden stop or crash. Safety 28 Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System "SRS") WARNING To reduce risk of injury: (cid:127) Always wear your safety belt. (cid:127) Always adjust your seat so that you are as far back as possible but still able to reach the steering wheel and controls comfortably. (cid:127) Children 12 and under or shorter than 55 inches (140 cm) should always travel in the rear as the vehicle is equipped with an airbag on the pas- senger side. The supplementary restraint system (SRS) comprises an airbag in the steering wheel, a front passenger airbag and side airbags in the front seats. The system supplements the protection provided by the safety belts to further enhance the safety of occupants. If a fault is detected in the SRS, the AIR BAG warning light on the main instru- ment panel will come on (see pages 62 and 32). Airbag in course of inflation (driver’s side) When the system is triggered by impact of a frontal collision, the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board are inflated, after which they deflate through vents in the back of the bags. The entire process takes less than 0.1 second – literally, faster than the blink- ing of an eye. These airbags are triggered only by moder- ate to severe frontal or near-frontal colli- sions. They will not be activated by minor front-end impacts, rear-end or side impacts, or by the car rolling over. Side airbags, see page 30. SRS (airbag) system with belt pretensioners 1 Electronic control module and sensor 2 Belt pretensioners (for both front safety belts) 3 Steering wheel with integral airbag 4 Recess for airbag on passenger’s side 5 Sensor, side airbag 6 Side airbag Safety 29 (cid:127) Never rest your hands or forearms on the steering-wheel center padding. (cid:127) If the AIR BAG warning light remains on after the car has been started or comes on while you are driving, have the car checked immediately by an authorized Saab dealer. The warning light could signify that the airbags may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. Operation of the airbag in a front-end collision. Moment of impact. Sensor detects retardation and sends a signal via the control module to a gas generator that inflates the airbag. The inflating airbag cushions the driver. Airbag now fully inflated. The airbag starts to deflate. WARNING (cid:127) Even if the car is equipped with an SRS (airbag), safety belts must still always be worn by all occupants. (cid:127) Note that because an airbag inflates and deflates extremely rapidly, it will not provide protection against a second impact occurring in the same incident. Always use your safety belt. (cid:127) Always sit with the whole of your back in contact with the backrest of the seat, and with your seat as far back as is practical. This is to reduce the risk of injury from contact with the backrest of the seat when the airbag inflates and also because the airbag needs space in which to inflate. (cid:127) Never attach anything to the steering wheel or passenger side of the instru- ment panel, as this could result in injury if the airbag should inflate. The same applies to anything you might have in your mouth, such as a pipe, for instance. (cid:127) Some components of the airbag will be hot for a short time. In some circum- stances the airbag can cause burns or abrasions to the body when the airbag inflates/deflates. 30 Safety Front passenger seat WARNING Never secure a rear-facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag. Inflation of the airbag in the event of an accident could seriously injure or kill a child. The airbags are interconnected and have a common warning light, AIR BAG. The pas- senger airbag module is housed in the fascia above the glove compartment and is marked ”SRS AIR BAG”. Both airbags will be inflated in the event of a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal collision, even if the passenger seat is unoc- cupied. WARNING (cid:127) Children 12 and under can be killed by the airbag. (cid:127) The back seat is the safest place for children. (cid:127) Never allow a child to stand in front of the seat or to sit on the lap of a front-seat passenger. Serious injury or death could result if the airbag is inflated in a collision. (cid:127) The glove compartment must be closed while travelling. An open glove-compartment door could cause leg injuries in the event of a collision. (cid:127) Never place anything on the dash or in front of the seat as, in addition to being a hazard to passengers, this could interfere with the function of the airbag in the event of an accident. The same applies to the mounting of accessories on the dash. (cid:127) Keep feet on the floor - never put feet up on the dash, on the seat or out of the window. (cid:127) Do not carry anything in your lap. Side airbag WARNING (cid:127) This car is equipped with side airbags and no extra interior trim should be fit- ted. Failure to observe this warning could result in the side airbags not inflating as intended and thus not pro- viding the intended protection either. (cid:127) Never place any object in the area that would be occupied by the inflated air- bag. (cid:127) For optimum protection, sit upright in the seat, with your safety belt correctly fastened. (cid:127) The sensors for the side airbags are fitted in the front doors. Side airbags are housed inside the back- rests of the front seats and are designed to protect the driver and front passenger in the event of a side impact. In a side impact, only the airbag on that side will be activated, and only then if certain pre- determined conditions are met such as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on impact, and at which point on the car’s side the impact occurs. The sensors, which are fitted in the front doors, sense the rise in pressure caused by the door panel being pressed in during an impact condition. The side airbag trigger will be commanded based on the characteris- tics of this pressure rise. Safety 31 Side airbag, components 1 Side airbags (SRS) 2 Sensor 3 Moisture barrier 4 Text on (cid:127) We advise against doing any work on the doors that could affect the mois- ture barrier in the door or the airbag sensors. It is essential that the mois- ture barrier (thick plastic film) in the front door is not damaged in any way. (cid:127) Improvement of the anticorrosion treatment of the doors should only be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. Otherwise there is a risk that the side impact sensor and the mois- ture barrier in the door could be dam- aged. (cid:127) The side airbags will inflate only in the event of a side impact; not in the event of a front or rear-end collision or of the car’s rolling over. (cid:127) Wear and damage to the seat cover, or the seat seam, in the area of the side airbag must immediately be repaired by an authorized Saab dealer. (cid:127) Do not modify the speaker installation in the front doors or install speakers other than those specifically approved by Saab. SRS servicing The SRS must be inspected as part of the normal service program but otherwise may be regarded as maintenance-free. 32 Safety AIR BAG warning light WARNING (cid:127) If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. (cid:127) The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. (cid:127) To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. Scrapping or working on airbag and belt pretensioners WARNING (cid:127) Under no circumstances should any modifications be made that affect the steering wheel or the airbag’s electri- cal circuitry. (cid:127) Before starting any welding work on the car, always disconnect the nega- tive (–) battery lead and cover the con- ductor. (cid:127) Airbags and belt pretensioners must be deployed under controlled condi- tions before the car is scrapped or any of the system’s components are removed. Airbags or belt pretension- ers that have been deployed as a result of an accident must be replaced by new ones. (cid:127) Airbag-system components must never be transferred for use in another vehicle. (cid:127) All work involving the scrapping or replacement of airbags or belt preten- sioners must only be carried out by knowledgeable personnel. Frequently asked questions on func- tion of the airbag Do you still need to wear a safety belt if air- bags are fitted? Yes, always! The airbag merely supple- ments the car’s normal safety system. Moreover, the airbag will only be actuated in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal collision, which means, of course, that it pro- vides no protection in minor frontal colli- sions, major rear-end or side-on collisions or if the car rolls over. The safety belts help reduce the chance of the car occupants from being thrown around and injured inside the car. But they also ensure that, if a collision occurs in which the airbags are inflated, the airbag will make the optimum contact with the occupant, i.e. square on from the front. If the occupant meets the airbag in an offset position, the protection afforded will be reduced. In addition, airbags provide no protection against a secondary impact occurring in the same incident. So there is no doubt about the benefit of wearing safety belts at all times. Do not sit too close to the airbag: it needs room to inflate. The airbag inflates very quickly and power- fully in order to protect an adult person in a serious frontal collision. How do I position the seat to leave room for the airbag to inflate? Don’t have your seat too far forward. Recline the seat back to increase the dis- tance between you and the airbag. For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are available through your Saab dealer. Airbags inflate extremely rapidly and with great force - to be fast enough to protect an adult in the seat. When do the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board inflate? The airbag will only be inflated under certain predetermined conditions in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal collision, depending on such factors as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on impact, and the resistance to deformation of the impacting object. The airbag can only be activated once in the same incident. Do not attempt to drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it is possi- ble. Safety 33 What won’t trigger the airbag? The airbag will not be activated in all front-end collisions. For instance, if the car has hit something relatively soft and yielding (e.g. a snow drift or a hedge) or a solid object at a low impact speed, the airbag will not necessarily be triggered. How loud is the inflation? The noise of the inflation is certainly loud, but it is very short-lived and will not damage your hearing. For a short time afterwards you could experience a buzzing noise in your ears. Most people who have experienced it cannot remember the noise of the inflation at all - all they remember is the noise of the crash. Can you still use a child seat in the front if a passenger airbag is installed? Definitely not! Children 12 and under can be injured or killed by the airbag. The BACK SEAT is the SAFEST place for children. NEVER put a child seat in the front. What should I do if the AIR-BAG warning light comes on? If the warning light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system. The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously. You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. 34 Safety Are the smoke and fumes given off when the airbag operates at all harmful? Most people who have remained in a car with little or no ventilation for several min- utes complained only of minor irritation of the throat and eyes. Avoid as much as pos- sible getting dust on your skin as there is a risk of skin irritation. If this trouble persists, you should consult a doctor. If you suffer from asthma, the incident may bring on an attack, in which case you should follow the normal procedure advised by your doctor. It is advisable to consult a doctor afterwards. WARNING When an airbag is inflated there is dust in the air. Because the dust/smoke can, in certain cases, cause irritation to the skin, the fol- lowing precautions should be taken: (cid:127) As soon as possible, wash any exposed skin using a mild soap and water. (cid:127) If there is irritation of the eyes, flush them liberally with clean water for at least 20 minutes. Security 35 Security Doors................................. Central locking ................. Car alarm .......................... 36 36 41 36 Security Door handle Doors Opening handle Open the door by lifting the opening handle from below. If the door is stuck (e.g. if frozen), hold the handle from above to secure a better grip. Central locking WARNING Leaving children or pets unattended in a locked car is dangerous. It is also danger- ous to leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. Key The key unit consists of a mechanical key with integrated remote control. The mechanical key is used for manual locking and unlocking. The remote control is used for remote lock- ing and unlocking. The key fits all the car’s locks The key supplied with the car has a code number on a black plastic tag that needs to be quoted for ordering additional keys. You should therefore make a careful note of the number. The key contains a unique electronic code for your car. When the key is inserted in the ignition, the code is checked. If it matches, the car can be started. Remote control 1 To lock 2 To unlock 3 To unlock trunk lid To open trunk lid (Convertible) Two keys are supplied with the car. It is pos- sible to have up to four at one time that are coded for your car. If one is lost, contact your authorized Saab dealer to obtain a replacement. If an additional key is to be added, all of the original keys must be brought to the dealer so that the control module can ‘’learn” to recognize the new components. NOTE: For this reason, we strongly advise you to take two keys with you on long jour- neys and to keep them separate. If all keys are lost, it will be necessary to replace costly electronic components as well as the keys and remotes. This loss and replacement cost is not covered by the new car warranty. Locking/unlocking the car When the car is locked and unlocked with the key, the theft alarm is also affected. Remote locking (1) once on the control: all doors Press lock. The hazard warning lights will flash once to confirm. The trunk lid cannot be opened now from inside using the switch on the driver’s door. Remote unlocking (2) Press once on the control: driver´s door is unlocked. Press a second time to unlock the rest of the doors. The hazard warning lights will flash twice to confirm. NOTE The key contains delicate electronics. (cid:127) Do not expose it to water. (cid:127) Avoid rough handling. (cid:127) Do not place the key where it may be subjected to high temperatures, e.g. on the fascia. (cid:127) The key may malfunction if it becomes very cold. Warm it in your hands for a couple of minutes. (cid:127) Never open the key except to change the battery. For changing the battery, see page 39. To check the number of keys that are pro- grammed for the car; see page 45. Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) Each time the key is removed from the igni- tion, the electronic starting interlock is acti- vated and the car is thus immobilized, see also page 42. Reprogramming lock system functions Certain lock system functions can be repro- grammed by your authorized Saab dealer; see page 255. Security 37 Locking / unlocking by remote control 1 To lock 2 To unlock WARNING The remote control also works from inside the car. Therefore, hold the key in such a way that the buttons are not unintention- ally pressed when the key is turned, or inserted or removed from the ignition switch. Otherwise, the doors may be unintention- ally locked or the tailgate unlocked. On Convertible models, the trunk may even be opened. 38 Security Central locking 1 To lock 2 To unlock Locking by key (1) Turn the key clockwise: all doors and trunk lid locked. The trunk lid cannot be opened now from inside using the switch on the driver’s door. Unlocking by key (2) Turn the key counterclockwise once: the driver´s door unlocked. Turn the key counterclockwise twice: all doors, but not trunk lid, unlocked. Switch for operation of central locking The central locking can also be operated from inside the car by means of the switch on the center console (except on Convertibles). (cid:127) To lock all doors: press the symbol side of the switch once. (cid:127) To unlock the driver´s door: press the switch once. (cid:127) To unlock all doors: press the switch twice. This switch is inoperative when the car is locked from the outside. The interior locking buttons on each door affect only the respective door on sedan. The driver´s door lock button will lock/unlock both on the Convertible. If the car is left with the doors open, the inte- rior lighting will be switched off automati- cally after 20 minutes, to prevent a dead battery. WARNING Having the doors locked when you are driving will reduce the likelihood of: (cid:127) Children, in particular, opening doors and falling out of the car. (cid:127) Intruders entering the car when it is moving slowly or at a standstill. (cid:127) Injury resulting from a door bursting open in the event of an accident. However, you must also remember that locked doors can hamper rescuers in the event of an accident. inside of the battery cover. Avoid putting fin- gerprints on the flat sides of the battery. Dispose of the old battery properly when you buy a new one. These batteries contain substances that are environmentally hazardous. WARNING Keep the battery and small parts of the key out of the reach of children. Changing the key battery Open the battery cover using a thin round tool (1.5 mm or less) pressed inwards and down- wards. Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the SID will issue the following message: REPLACE KEY BATTERY. Press the CLEAR button on the SID to acknowledge this message. You must then replace the battery without delay to avoid malfunctions. The life of the battery is normally 4 years. After changing the battery you must press the unlocking button of the key four times (or until the door locks cycle) while the car is within the range of the key in order for the control module to recognize the remote. Battery type: Panasonic CR 1632, 3V lith- ium. The battery type is stamped on the Security 39 Child safety lock catch 1 Engaged 2 Disengaged Child safety locks The rear doors have child safety locks that are activated by a button next to the door latch on the end of the rear doors. Shift the button up or down according to the label on the door in question. When the child safety lock is in the locked position, the door cannot be opened from the inside, but can be opened from the out- side. 40 Security To unlock The trunk is unlocked using: (cid:127) The

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