2005 Saab 9 3 Owners Manual

1 Wall or garage door. 2 25 ft (7.6 m) between wall and headlight lens. 3 Measurement from the ground to the low beam aiming marker on the headlight lens. 4 Same measurement as (3) but substract 2 inches.

Vertical aiming device

1 Open the hood and locate the vertical aiming devices there are two vertical aiming devices which shall be turned simultaneously and the same amount of turns.

2 Locate the marker on the lens. 3 Measure the distance from the ground to

the aim marker No.1 on each lens. Subtract 2 inches.

4 At the wall or other flat surface, measure

from the ground to the recorded distance (see point 4) and draw a hori- zontal line the width of the vehicle.

5 Cars with xenon lights:

Xenon lights with automatic headlight levelling system must first do a refer-

ence run before aiming: Start the engine and let the headlights do a reference run. Turn off the engine but leave the low beam on. Cars with halogen lights: Turn on the low beam headlights. Both variants: Place a piece of cardboard or equivalent (although not directly on the lens) in front of the headlight not being aimed. This should allow the beam cut-off of the headlight being aimed to be seen on the flat surface.

1 Aiming marker on headlight lens

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NOTICE

Do not cover a headlight directly on the lens to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlight may cause excessive heat build-up that may cause damage to the headlight.

6 Turn the two vertical aiming screws

simultaneously in the same direction indicated on the headlight until the hori- zontal cut-off of the headlight is aligned with the horizontal line on the wall.

7 If an optical headlight aimer device is

used follow point 1 and 2 and center the lens of the optical headlight aimer device at the intersection of the two markers on the headlight lens. Then follow the instructions in the optical headlight aimer instruction manual and point 1, 2, 5, and 6 in this instruction.

Horizontal line on wall or other flat surface Correctly adjusted low beam

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Customer Assistance and Information

Maintenance schedule __ 262 Owner assistance ______ 264 Reporting Safety Defects

(USA) _______________ 265

Reporting Safety Defects

to the Canadian government__________ 265

Vehicle Data Collection

and Event Data Recorders ___________ 266

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Maintenance schedule The Maintenance Schedule prescribes a service program to the purchaser/operator of a Saab that is reasonable and necessary to ensure the proper emission control sys- tems function, safety and reliability of the Saab automobile in normal use. Additional maintenance is recommended for specific components when the car is operated under certain severe conditions. Proper mainte- nance is always a good practice! Authorized Saab dealers are equipped and trained to meet your Saab’s service needs. They regularly receive up-to-date Saab ser- vice manuals and parts and technical ser- vice bulletins from Saab and are able, through their franchise agreement, to attend Saab service schools, obtain Saab special tools and technical assistance and pur- chase original equipment service and replacement parts. Today’s complex automobiles should only be entrusted to the most knowledgeable service professionals. A Saab dealer is your best choice.

TIME FOR MAIN SERVICE will be set when additional maintenance is necessary, such as air filter or spark plug replacement. When the message Time for service. is displayed, contact your Saab Dealer for a service appointment. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance in a timely manner may result in serious damage to key components or systems.

SERVICE INTERVALS A time for service message will illuminate on the Saab Instrument Display (SID) when the car is due for regular maintenance. There are three different messages that will appear:

TIME FOR INTERMEDIATE SERVICE indicates that an oil/filter change is required along with several inspections. This mes- sage is set by the engine management system which calculates service intervals based on several factors including driving habits, ambient temperature, number of cold starts, mileage driven and elapsed time since the last service. If mileage accumula- tion does not occur, the message will be set, and maintenance required at a maximum of 2 years.

TIME FOR MAIN AND INTERMEDIATE SERVICE indicates that an oil/filter change is required along with several inspections and addi- tional maintenance such as air filter or spark plug replacement.

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Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the “Techni- cal data” section of this Owner’s Manual. The use of extra additives in the oil is not necessary and is not recommended, and may be harmful to turbochargers. More frequent oil changes are recom- mended if your vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions: (cid:127) Most trips are less than 5–10 miles (8– 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:127) Most trips include extensive idling

(frequent stop-and-go traffic).

(cid:127) Most trips are through dusty areas (such

as construction zones). If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applica- tions.

If your driving habits match this description, have the engine oil and filter changed in- between normal services. These conditions cause the engine oil to break down faster. The Warranties and Service Record Book- let has provisions to record extra oil changes.

Service record retention It is the owner’s responsibility to retain ser- vice records. If possible, you should keep copies of all shop work orders for all service and repairs, whenever performed. As indi- cated in the new car and emission control system warranties, it is important to docu- ment that all necessary maintenance has been done.

HOW THE SERVICE RECORD IS ORGA- NIZED The service record is comprised of a series of coupons on which to record services as they are performed. There are additional coupons for documenting extra engine oil and filter changes, extra automatic trans- mission fluid services necessary for severe service conditions, and brake fluid changes.

HOW TO USE THE SERVICE RECORD COUPONS When the car is brought to a Saab dealer for scheduled maintenance, present the War- ranties & Service Record Booklet to the ser- vice manager. When the technician has completed the service, the technician will sign the maintenance record. The person responsible for quality assurance at the dealership will also sign and stamp the record with the dealer identification stamp.

Service costs Dealer pricing practices and labor for ser- vice work vary. Saab’s recommended ser- vice times for each service point do not include the labor required to replace wear items, such as wiper blades, brake pads or tires. Nor is labor to perform other service or repairs found to be necessary as a result of the inspections included in these times. Additional labor and parts will be charged for such work when necessary, except as covered under an applicable Saab warranty or any optional extended service contract. Transmission fluid changes or suspension alignment, when necessary, are also addi- tional. Dealer charges for general shop material, regulated hazardous waste removal, recy- cling expenses or other operation costs may also be applied to service and repair invoices and are apt to vary by dealer and location.

(cid:127) Change of Address Notification (U.S. and Canada) Two change of address cards are provided at the end of the Warranties and Service Record Booklet. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you in the event of a recall or service campaign. Please help us keep our records up to date for your own peace of mind. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 car lines can be ordered through your dealer. These are comprehensive manuals on CD rom, geared to use by pro- fessional technicians. Consult your Saab dealer for prices for your model.

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Owner assistance Warranties and service problem assistance For complete information about all applica- ble warranties, including the New Car War- ranty, Perforation Warranty, Vehicle Emis- sion Warranty and Emission Perforation Warranty, consult the Warranties and Ser- vice Record Booklet which accompanies this Owner’s Manual. It also contains owner assistance information including Saab Roadside Assistance. If the booklet is lost or misplaced, a new one may be ordered through a Saab dealer or by contacting Saab. In the U.S. there is a national Customer Assistance Center at Saab Cars USA, Inc. The toll-free number to call from all 50 states is 1-800-955-9007. In Canada, please call the Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-263-1999. A list of authorized Saab sales and service dealers is available for those planning to travel in the United States and Canada. Canadian or U.S. travelers may call the Customer Assistance Center in the country in which they are traveling.

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Reporting Safety Defects (USA) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- fying Saab Cars USA, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424- 9393 (or 202/366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government If you live in Canada, and believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to Transport Canada at Box 8880, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3J2. In addition to notifying Transport Canada in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. In Canada, please call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1- 800-263-1999. Or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7.

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Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehi- cles, has a number of sophisticated com- puter systems that monitor and control sev- eral aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle comput- ers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor condi- tions for air bag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in diffi- cult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehi- cle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, steering wheel angle, lateral acceleration, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air bag perfor- mance, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehi- cle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehi- cles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on- board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants.

To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. Saab will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office,

(cid:127) as part of Saab’s defense of litigation

through the discovery process, or

(cid:127) as required by law. In addition, once Saab collects or receives data, Saab may (cid:127) use the data for Saab research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where

appropriate confidentiality is to be main- tained and need is shown, or

(cid:127) share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non-Saab organiza- tions for research purposes.

Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription ser- vice agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection.

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Technical data

General data __________ 268 270 Engine _______________ Engine oil_____________ 270 Fuel__________________ 271 Engines ______________ 271 Electrical system_______ 272 Drive belt _____________ 272 272 Manual transmission ___ 273 Automatic transmission _ Suspension ___________ 273 Steering ______________ 273 Brake system__________ 274 Wheels and tires _______ 275 Plates and labels _______ 278

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General data Overall length, including bumpers: ___ Overall width, including door mirrors __ Maximum height _________________ Wheelbase _____________________ Track:

182.5'' (4635 mm) 80.2'' (2038 mm) 57.8'' (1468 mm) 105.3'' (2675 mm)

Front ____________________________ 59.8'' (1521 mm) Rear ____________________________ 59.3'' (1506 mm) approx. 120 mm

Ground clearance at GVW _________ Number of seats (incl. driver):

Sport Sedan ______________________ 5
Convertible _______________________ 4

Turning circle:

Measured at vehicle extremities _______ 37.4 ft. (11.4 m) Curb to curb ______________________ 35.4 ft. (10.8 m)

Trunk length:

Rear seat raised ___________________ 40.8'' (1036 mm) Rear seat lowered__________________ 69.8'' (1774 mm) Convertible _______________________ 29.1" (740 mm)

Trunk volume (SAE):

Sport Sedan ______________________ 15.0 cu.ft. (425 l) Convertible, soft top raised ___________ 12.4 cu.ft. (352 l) Convertible, soft top folded ___________ 8.3 cu.ft. (235 l)

Permissible load (in addition to the driver) = GVW minus curb weight. The maximum permissible axle load, front or rear, must not be exceeded. The precise curb weight of the vehicle and load capacity are specified in the vehicle registration documents.

V.I.N. label

Curb weight

(i.e. with full fuel tank, full washer fluid res- ervoir, standard tools and spare wheel): Sport Sedan ______________________

Convertible _______________________

Gross vehicle weight (GVW):

Sport Sedan ______________________

Convertible _______________________

3200–3420 lbs. (1450–1550 kg) 3570–3700 lbs. (1620–1680 kg)

4120–4340 lbs. (1870–1970 kg) 4460–4520 lbs. (2025–2050 kg)

Maximum axle load:

Sport Sedan, front _________________ 2480 lbs. (1125 kg) Sport Sedan, rear __________________ 2230 lbs. (1010 kg) Convertible, front __________________ 2540 lbs. (1150 kg) Convertible, rear ___________________ 2310 lbs. (1050 kg)

Weight distribution:

Curb weight + driver (150 lbs. (68 kg)), front/rear (Sport Sedan and Convertible) GVW, front/rear (Sport Sedan and Con- vertible)__________________________ approx. 50/50 % 220 lbs. (100 kg)

approx. 60/40 %

Maximum roof load, Sport Sedan ____ Maximum load in trunk:

Sport Sedan ______________________ 175 lbs. (80 kg) Convertible _______________________ 220 lbs. (100 kg)

The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed: Sport Sedan ______________________ 925 lbs. (420 kg) Convertible _______________________ 820 lbs. (372 kg)

Maximum combined weight of driver and

passengers ___________________ Sport Sedan (5x150 lbs.) ____________ 750 lbs. (340 kg) Convertible (4x150 lbs.) _____________ 600 lbs. (272 kg)

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WARNING

(cid:127) The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded.

Note that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are fitted, the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of these.

(cid:127) When carrying a load in the trunk, make sure that it is lashed down securely, particularly when part or all of the rear seat is folded down.

Trailer: Trailer with brakes ________________

Trailer without brakes _____________

Recommended towball load ________

Maximum theoretical towing speed, trailer

with brakes ____________________

When towing a trailer, increase the pressure

of the rear tires by 20 kPa (3 psi).

Max. 3500 lbs. (1588 kg) Max. 1000 lbs. (450 kg) 110–165 lbs. (50–75 kg) See also page 186.

60 mph (100 km/h)

The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by Saab Automobile AB. Note that national restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and weights (see page 184).

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Engine Type:

Cylinder bore____________________ Stroke _________________________ Swept volume ___________________ Idling speed_____________________

Antifreeze ______________________

Coolant capacity _________________

Four cylinders, double overhead camshafts, 16 valves, two balancer shafts 3.386'' (86 mm) 3.386'' (86 mm) 122 cu.in. (1.998 l) 720 rpm. When the engine load increases, e.g. the steering wheel is turned, the idling speed is raised to 900 rpm. Saab-approved antifreeze 7.5 qts. (7.1 l)

Engine oil

To meet demands in Saab's extended service intervals all en- gines are filled with specially designed synthetic factory fill oils. Long service intervals, fuel economy and environmental issues are the base for our choice of oil. By using oils approved by Saab you minimise the tendencies for oil sludge build, by that protecting the engine from harmful, wear increasing, deposits.

Approved oils:

All gasoline engines - Fully Synthetic Engine Oil fulfilling GM- LL-A-025 requirements. To ensure being able to take advantage of the Saab specified service intervals, be sure to select a fully synthetic engine oil fulfilling GM-LL-A-025 requirements.

Servicing/Oil changes:

To be able to use recommended service intervals the need to use only approved engine oils is vital. Use only engine oils ap- proved for your engine. Service should be done according to the recommended service intervals to optimize your engine's function through out its entire life. Saab Automobile AB will not take responsibility for any damage that might occur due to ne- glecting to meet above mentioned requirements. At your Saab dealers you can find Saab Genuine or Mobil en- gine oils. Among those there are oils specially designed to meet your engines specific needs. We recommend that you, with the help of our skilled service personnel, choose your oil from that selection. Other oil companies also have engine oils approved according to GM specifications. Oils meeting these standards may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet your engines requirements. You should only use oil that meets your engines specific requirements (GM-LL-A-025).

Recommended oil viscosities.

Viscosity is a measurement of the oils thickness. The thickness influences, among other things, the fuel economy. For best function Saab recommends: For gasoline engines: SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-30 or SAE 0W-40 engine oil.

Extra engine oil additives.

Don't add anything to your oil. The recommended oils are all you will need for good engine performance and protection.

When to change engine oil.

Your vehicle has a display (SID) where time for service will be shown. Based not only on mileage but also on driving condi- tions the mileage at which a service will be indicated can vary considerably.

Under normal circumstances the service indication will come on at or around 15 000 miles or 2 years.

For this service system to work it is of outmost importance that the right engine oil is used.

When the message for service is displayed you need to have the required service done as soon as possible. After the service your service personnel will reset the service in- dicator. It is important to reset the service indicator in order to optimize the time to the next service.

Oil capacity, including filter (oil change)

6.3 qts. (6.0 l)

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Fuel Fuel tank capacity________________

16.05 U.S. gal. (61 l)

For optimum performance Saab recom-

mends:

2.0t 175 hp – AON 90. 2.0T 210 hp – AON 90.

Gasoline with a lower octane rating can be used, although not

lower than AON 87. However, engine performance will fall slightly and heavy loading and laboring should be avoided. For optimum performance, use the recommended grade of fuel.

For further information on fuel, see page 155.

Engines 2.0t Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ Maximum torque, EEC at 2500 rpm ____ Compression ratio _________________

175 hp (129 kW) 195 ft.lb. (265 Nm) 9.5:1

2.0T Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5300 rpm ____________ Maximum torque, EEC at 2500 rpm ____ Compression ratio _________________

210 hp (155 kW) 221 ft.lb. (300 Nm) 9.5:1

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Electrical system Voltage ________________________ Battery capacity _________________ Starter motor ____________________ Alternator rating:

12 V 60 Ah 1.8 kW

Manual gearbox ___________________ 120 A/14 V Automatic gearbox _________________ 140 A/14 V

Firing order _____________________ Spark plugs:

1-3-4-2

Type ____________________________ NGK PFR6T-10G Electrode gap _____________________ 0.9–1.0 mm Tightening torque __________________ 20 ft.lb. (28 Nm)

Drive belt Outside length___________________

40.472'' (1028 mm)

Manual transmission Type __________________________

Oil type (for topping up)____________ Oil capacity:

Fully synchronized with final drive gear and differential Saab MTF 0063

5-speed _________________________ 1.9 qts. (1.8 l), to

level plug

6-speed, 2.0 Turbo _________________ 3.15 qts. (3.0 l)

Speed, mph (km/h) at 1000 rpm in highest

gear (5th gear) _________________

Speed, mph (km/h) at 1000 rpm in highest

gear (6th gear) _________________

27–30 (43–48)

29–34 (46–55)

Drive belt

Automatic transmission Type __________________________

Selector lever positions ____________ Oil capacity, total _________________ Oil type ________________________

Clutch type _____________________

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Suspension Spring type, front and rear _________ Maximum deflection of springs:

Coil springs

Front ____________________________ 7.0'' (178 mm) Rear ____________________________ 8.3'' (212 mm)

Dampers, front and rear ___________

Gas-filled dampers

Steering Steering _______________________

Number of turns, lock to lock________ Oil type ________________________

Power-assisted steering gear of rack-pinion type and telescopic jointed steering column 2.97
Power steering fluid CHF 11S or CHF 202

Electronically con- trolled, 5-speed, fully-automatic with hydraulic torque converter, planetary gears and integral final drive. Lock-up function in selector positions 3, 4 and 5. P, R, N, D, M 7.6 qts. (7.2 litres) Saab 3309

Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings

Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in top gear:

2.0t and 2.0T _____________________ 28–29/46–47

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Brake system Foot brake (ABS)_________________

Park brake______________________ Brake fluid ______________________

Hydraulic disc brakes with vacuum servo unit. Diago- nally split circuits; ventilated discs on front wheels (some variants also have ventilated rear discs). EBD function (see page 167). Acts on rear wheels To DOT 4. Do not use DOT 5.

Disc diameter:

Front ____________________________ 11.14 in.

(283 mm) **)

Front (certain variants only) *) ________ 11.81 in.

(300 mm) **)

Rear ____________________________ 10.94 in. (278 mm) Rear (certain variants only) *) ________ 11.42 in.

(290 mm) **)

Total friction area of brake pads:

Front ____________________________ 9.30 in.² (60 cm²) Rear ____________________________ 4.96 in.² (32 cm²) *)15" wheels and 16" aluminium wheels must not be fitted to these variants since the diameter of the brake discs does not allow this. **) ventilated

Hydraulic unit for soft top, Convertible

Oil capacity_______________________ Oil type __________________________ CHF 11S

0.6 qt. (0.6 l)

Wheels and tires All season tires

6.5 x 15" _________________________ 205/65 R15 94 H 6.5 x 16" _________________________ 215/55 R16 93 H 7 x 17"___________________________ 225/45 R17 94 V

RF/XL

Summer tires

7 x 17"___________________________ 225/45 R17 94 W

RF/XL

Always contact a Saab dealer if you plan to fit other wheels or tires than those fitted as standard.

Winter (snow) tires:

6.5 x 15" wheel ____________________ 205/65 R15 91 Q

M+S

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NOTICE

Snow chains: Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels, and may only be used with the following wheel-tire combinations: Wheels 6.5 x 15"_______ 205/65 R15 M+S or

Tires

205/65 R15

6.5 x 16"_______ 215/55 R16 M+S or

215/55 R16

Contact your Saab dealer regarding suitable snow chains. Max. permissible speed with snow chains fitted is 30 mph (50 km/h). Snow chains must not be fitted to wheels larger than 16".

6.5 x 16" wheel ____________________ 215/55 R16 93 Q 7 x 17" wheel _____________________ 225/45 R17 94 Q

M+S RF/XL

NOTICE

Compact spare:

Wheel ___________________________ 4 x 16" Tire _____________________________ 125/85 R16 99 M Pressure _________________________ 420 kPa (60 psi) Maximum life______________________ 2200 miles

(3500 km)

Maximum speed ___________________ 50 mph (80 km/h)

Wheels larger than 17" must not be fitted for reasons stated on page 237. Exercise care when driving on uneven roads or against the curb if the car is heavily laden. This particularly applies to cars with 17" wheels. Permitted wheel offset is 41 mm.

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Recommended tire/engine combinations

2.0t

2.0 Turbo

All season tires 205/65 R15 94 H 215/55 R16 93 H 225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL Summer tires 225/45 R17 94 W RF/XL Winter (snow) tires 205/65 R15 94 Q 215/55 R16 93 Q 225/45 R17 94 Q RF/XL Wheel sizes 6.5 x 15" 6.5 x 16" 7 x 17"

– –

–

–

RF/XL = Reinforced (or Extra Load) tire.

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* Do not exceed posted speed limits. By cold tires is meant tires that are the same temperature as the sur- rounding air temperature. The values for tire pressure in table above are for tires at 68°F (20°C). The tire pressure will increase as the tires become warm (e.g. during highway driving), and decrease as they cool. When the temperature of the tires increases or decreases by 10 degrees the tire pressure will correspondingly increase or decrease by 2psi/10kPa.

Recommended lowest tire pressure, cold tires

Tire size

All season tires 205/65 R15 94 H

215/55 R16 93 H

225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL

Summer tires 225/45 R17 94 W RF/XL

Winter tires 205/65 R15 91 Q

215/55 R16 93 Q

225/45 R17 94 Q RF/XL Compact spare 125/85 R16 99 M

Load/speed mph (km/h) *

Front kPa/psi

Rear kPa/psi

1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–5 pers./100– (160–) 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–5 pers./100– (160–) 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–5 pers./100– (160–)

220/32
220/32
260/38
240/35
240/35
280/41
240/35
240/35
280/41

220/32
220/32
260/38
220/32
220/32
260/38
240/35
240/35
280/41

1–3 pers./0–120 (0–190) 4–5 pers./0–120 (0–190) 1–5 pers./120– (190–)

240/35
240/35
280/41

240/35
240/35
280/41

1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160)

240/35
280/41
240/35
280/41
250/36
290/42

240/35
280/41
240/35
280/41
250/36
290/42

Max 50 (80)

420/60 420/60

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Plates and labels When contacting your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car’s vehicle identification, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 V.I.N. number and barcode, inside wind-

shield

2 Gearbox number 3 Engine number 4 USA: Label for color codes (trim and

body). Tire information label can be found on the B-pillar. See also page 243. Canada: Label for tire pressure and color codes (trim and body)

5 Certification label 6 Chassis number (stamped on body).

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Position:

Vehicle identifi- cation number:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Y S 3 F D 4 9 Y X 5 1 016584

12

1 2 3 4 5 6 = identification codes for certain chassis components

1 Region ________ 2 Country _______ 3 Manufacturer ___ 4 Product line ____

5 Model series ___

Y = Northern Europe S = Sweden 3 = Saab Automobile AB F = 9-3
B = 9-3 Linear D = 9-3 Arc F = 9-3 Aero

6 Body version ___

7 Gearbox _______

8 Engine variant __

9 Check digit_____ 10 Model year ____

11 Factory _______

12 Serial number __

4 = 4-door 7= Convertible 5 = 5-speed manual 6 = 6-speed manual 9 = 5-speed automatic S = 2.0t Y = 2.0 Turbo 0-9 or X 5 = 2005
1 = Trollhättan 6 = Graz 000001-999999

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Several of the systems in your Saab can be customized to better suit your individual needs. Contact your Saab dealer

Central locking system Some functions are governed by legal requirements and cannot therefore be reprogrammed. Consult a Saab dealer for further informa- tion. Listed below are a number of examples of programmable functions. (cid:127) Audible confirmation of arming/disarming

the car alarm.

(cid:127) Automatic unlocking when car stopped

and remote control removed from the igni- tion switch.

(cid:127) Trunk lid locked when car driven off or

30 s after being shut.

Courtesy Headlamp Feature (cid:127) The length of time the lights are on. (cid:127) Whether the reversing light or tail lights should come on as well as the dipped beam.

Automatic Climate System (ACC) (cid:127) To prevent the smell of washer fluid from entering the car, recirculation can be acti- vated automatically while the windshield is washed. The recirculation symbol will however not light up. This function is optional; contact a Saab dealer.

(cid:127) Convertible: A/C compressor not

switched off when the soft top is open.

Warning and indications that can be shown on the SID Which warnings and indications that can be shown depends on engine variant and car specification.

Symbol Text

Antilock brake malfunction. Contact Saab dealer.

Brake malfunction. Make a safe stop. Contact Saab dealer. Brake fluid level low. Make a safe stop. Contact Saab dealer.

Release parking brake.

Oil pressure low. Make a safe stop. Turn off engine.

Low engine oil level. Fill oil now.

Engine malfunction. Contact Saab dealer.

Coolant level low. Refill.

Hot engine. Make a safe stop. Run engine on idle.

Airbag malfunction. Contact Saab dealer.

Use your seatbelt.

Gearbox malfunction. Limited performance. Contact Saab dealer. Gearbox too hot. Make a safe stop. Open hood to cool down. Battery not charging. Make a safe stop. Contact Saab dealer. Headlight levelling malfunction. Contact Saab dealer.

Tap brakes lightly before using cruise control.

Traction control failure. Contact Saab dealer.

Stability control failure. Contact Saab dealer.

Washer fluid level low. Refill.

Technical data

281

Key not accepted. Contact Saab dealer.

Remote control battery low. Replace battery.

2: standard key 0: valet key Key No: 1

Lock system failure. Contact Saab dealer.

Steering lock malfunc. Make a safe stop. Contact Saab dealer. Steering wheel locked. Pull out key, turn steering wheel. Try again. Immobilizer failure. Try starting again. Contact Saab dealer.

Theft protection failure. Contact Saab dealer.

Alarm has been triggered since being armed.

Rear left seat backrest unlocked.

Rear right seat backrest unlocked.

282

Technical data

Parking assistance Contact Saab dealer.

Parking assistance sensor interference.

Close doors.

Left brake light failure

Left high beam failure.

Left low beam failure.

Left front turn signal failure.

Left rear turn signal failure.

Right front turn signal failure.

Right rear turn signal failure.

Left rear position light failure.

Right rear position light failure.

Rear fog light failure.

Time for service.

Right brake light failure.

Right high beam failure.

Right low beam failure.

High mounted brake light failure.

Index

A/C __________________________ 106
ABS brakes ____________________ 167
ACC _________________________ 108
Adjustment, steering wheel ________ 122
Air conditioning _________________ 106
Air filter _______________________ 204
Airbag _________________________ 29
Anchorage eyes ________________ 143
Anti-corrosion treatment __________ 254
Antilock braking system __________ 167
Anti-spin ______________________ 169
Ashtrays ______________________ 132
Autochecking of lights, warning and indicator lights __________________ 82
Autodimming _______________ 135, 136
Automatic climate control (ACC) ____ 108
Automatic transmission ___________ 159

Battery ________________________ 208
Bedding-in of new brake pads _____ 157
Before towing a trailer ____________ 187
Brake fluid, grade _______________ 274
Brakes ________________________ 166

Braking _______________________ 166
Bulb changing __________________ 213
Bulb table _____________________ 226
Buying new tires ________________ 236

Cabin lighting __________________ 129
Cabin lighting, Convertible _________ 72
Car alarm ______________________ 50
Car transport ___________________ 192
Care of air conditioning ___________ 257
Change of address notification _____ 264
Changing a tire _________________ 248
Changing bulbs _________________ 213
Changing engine oil _____________ 203
Changing the battery, remote control _ 48
Changing wiper blades ___________ 211
Checking the number of remote controls _______________________ 47
Checks before towing a trailer ______ 187
Child safety _____________________ 22
Child safety locks, rear doors _______ 46
Child seats _____________________ 22
Cigarette lighter _________________ 132
Cleaning the engine bay __________ 252
Cleaning upholstery _____________ 251
Climate control system, manual ____ 103
Closing the soft top manually, Convertible ____________________ 62
Closing the soft top, Convertible _____ 58

Index

283
Clutch interlock _________________ 158
Compact spare _________________ 246
Compass ______________________ 139
Condensation water, A/C _________ 106
Convertible _____________________ 55
Convertible, washing _____________ 253
Coolant _______________________ 205
Crash memory, see EDR _________ 266
Cruise control __________________ 165
Cup holder _____________________ 130

Date codes, tires ________________ 246
Deep water, driving through _______ 189
Definitions and terminology, tire ____ 243
Determining correct load, tires _____ 245
Direction indicator stalk switch ______ 98
Direction indicators _______________ 98
Dome light, Convertible ___________ 223
Dome light, Sport Sedan __________ 222
Donor battery, boost starting _______ 193
Door handles ____________________ 42
Door mirrors ___________________ 134
Drive belt ______________________ 210
Drive belt, length ________________ 272
Driver’s seat with memory __________ 20
Driving at night _________________ 190
Driving in cold climates ___________ 181
Driving in deep water _____________ 189
Driving in hot climates ____________ 183

Index

284
Driving techniques ______________ 179
Driving with a heavy load on hilly roads ________________________ 161
Driving with a load _______________ 189
Driving with a roof load ___________ 188
Driving with the compact spare wheel 193
Driving with the trunk lid open ______ 189

EDR (Event Data Recorders) ______ 266
ESP, anti-skid system ____________ 171
Easy entry, Convertible ____________ 67
Economical motoring ____________ 179
Electric engine heater ____________ 180
Electric heating, front seats ____ 107, 116
Electric windows ________________ 123
Electric windows, Convertible _______ 71
Electrical system, technical data ____ 272
Electrically adjustable seats ________ 19
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) __ 171
Electronic steering wheel lock ______ 148
Emergency opening of the narrow backrest _____________________ 144
Emergency operation of the sunroof _ 128
Engine bay, cleaning _____________ 252
Engine heater __________________ 180
Engine immobilizer _______________ 49
Engine number _________________ 278
Engine oil, checking _____________ 202
Engine oil, grade ________________ 270

Engine oil, volume _______________ 271
Engine temperature gauge _________ 84
Engine, description ______________ 199
Engine, technical data ____________ 270
Engines _______________________ 271
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ______ 266
Extra electrical socket ____________ 132

Facilitating entry to rear seat, Convertible ____________________ 67
Factors affecting fuel consumption __ 179
Filler cap ______________________ 154
Filling a portable fuel container _____ 155
Filling up ______________________ 153
Flat spots, tires _________________ 235
Floor jack ______________________ 249
Folding down the rear seat ________ 140
Front fog lights __________________ 98
Front towing eye ________________ 190
Fuel container __________________ 155
Fuel gauge _____________________ 85
Fuel grade _____________________ 271
Fuel information ________________ 155
Functions, car alarm ______________ 53
Fuse panel in luggage compartment _ 230
Fuse table _____________________ 229
Fuses ________________________ 227

GDO, garage door opener _________ 136
Gear selector indicator, automatic trans- mission _______________________ 86
Gearbox number ________________ 278
General safety instructions, Convertible 56
Glovebox ______________________ 132
Glovebox lighting ________________ 224

Handbrake _____________________ 173
Hazard warning lights _____________ 99
Head restraint, Convertible _________ 68
Head restraints __________________ 21
Headlight flasher _________________ 97
Headlight levelling ________________ 96
Headlights ______________________ 96
Heated door mirrors _____________ 107
Hood _________________________ 198
Horn __________________________ 122
Horn button ____________________ 122

If a tire goes flat _________________ 240
Ignition switch __________________ 146
Immobilizer _____________________ 49
Important considerations for driving _ 150

Important information, petrol-engined cars with catalytic converters _____ 151
Indicator lights ___________________ 78
Inflation, tires ___________________ 234
Information about fuel ____________ 155
Instrument illumination, adjusting ____ 97
Interior lighting _________________ 129
Interior lighting, Convertible ________ 72
Interior rearview mirror ___________ 135
Intermittent malfunctioning, central locking _______________________ 44

Jump starting __________________ 193

Key ___________________________ 42
Kick-down _____________________ 161

LATCH (child safety) ______________ 23
Labeling, tire sidewall ____________ 241
Labels and plates, location ________ 278
Lashing eyes ___________________ 143
Laying the car up _______________ 175
Leather upholstery, cleaning _______ 251

Lighting in luggage compartment, Convertible ____________________ 73
Limp-home ____________________ 150
Limp-home, automatic transmission _ 162
Load carriers, roof _______________ 188
Load indices, tires _______________ 242
Loading your vehicle _____________ 243
Load-through hatch ______________ 142
Locking a car with flat battery _______ 45
Locks __________________________ 42
Long-term parking _______________ 175
Luggage compartment ___________ 140
Luggage compartment lighting _ 130, 144
Luggage compartment lighting, Convertible ____________________ 73
Luggage compartment lighting, changing _____________________ 224

MAXI fuses ____________________ 228
Main instrument panel _____________ 78
Main/dipped beam ________________ 97
Maintenance schedule ___________ 262
Manual climate control ___________ 103
Manual gear selection ____________ 164
Manual gearbox ________________ 158
Manual tripping of car alarm ________ 52
Materials used in the car, reclamation 256
Memory, driver’s seat _____________ 20
Messages on SID, Convertible ______ 65

285
Milometer _______________________ 83
Mug holder ____________________ 130

Index

New tires, buying ________________ 236
Night driving ___________________ 190
Number plate lighting, changing ____ 224

ORVR ________________________ 200
Oil capacity, engine ______________ 271
Opening handles _________________ 42
Opening the soft top, Convertible ____ 58
Outside mirrors _________________ 134
Owner assistance _______________ 264

Panic function, car alarm ___________ 52
Park Brake Shift Lock ____________ 160
Park Brake Shift Lock, temporary override ______________________ 162
Parking _______________________ 173
Parking aid ____________________ 176
Parking brake __________________ 173
Parking on a hill _________________ 174
Pinch protection, electric windows __ 124

Index

286
Pinch protection, sunroof _________ 128
Plates and labels, location ________ 278
Polishing and waxing ____________ 253
Poly-V-belt ____________________ 210
Portable fuel container ___________ 155
Position lights ___________________ 96
Power steering fluid, checking _____ 207
Power steering fluid, grade ________ 273
Pressure gauge __________________ 84
Pressure, tires __________________ 234
Profiles, customized settings _______ 87

Quality grading, tires _____________ 238
Quick guide, remote control ________ 43

Rain sensor ____________________ 101
Raising the soft top manually, Convertible ____________________ 62
Reading lights, Convertible _________ 72
Rear fog light ____________________ 98
Rear seats, folding down _________ 140
Rear towing eye ________________ 191
Rear window heating ____________ 107
Rearview mirrors ________________ 134
Recirculation ___________________ 106

Recommendations for automatic transmission, towing a trailer _____ 185
Recommendations for manual gearbox, towing a trailer _________ 186
Recommended snow chains _______ 275
Refueling ______________________ 153
Remote control __________________ 42
Remote locking malfunction ________ 44
Replacement, wheel _____________ 239
Reporting safety defects __________ 265
Rev counter _____________________ 82
Reversing lights __________________ 99
Rollover Pop-up Bars, Convertible ___ 70
Roof lighting ___________________ 129
Roof lighting, changing ___________ 222
Running-in _____________________ 157

SAHR, head restraint _____________ 21
SDM _________________________ 266
SID ___________________________ 87
SPA __________________________ 176
Saab Information Display __________ 87
Saab Parking Assistance _________ 176
Saab Trionic engine management system _______________________ 200
Safety belts _____________________ 12
Seatbelts _______________________ 12
Seatbelts in rear seat, Convertible ___ 69
Seatbelts, care _________________ 251

Seatbelts, checking ______________ 251
Seats __________________________ 17
Securing a load _________________ 143
Sentronic, manual gear selection ___ 164
Service costs ___________________ 263
Service information ______________ 264
Service intervals ________________ 262
Service record retention __________ 263
Signalling, horn _________________ 122
Ski hatch ______________________ 142
Spare wheel ___________________ 246
Speed ratings, tires ______________ 242
Speedometer ____________________ 83
Starting the engine ______________ 148
Steering wheel adjustment ________ 122
Steering wheel lock ______________ 148
Steps for determining correct load limit _________________________ 245
Storage compartments ___________ 132
Sun visor ______________________ 130
Sunroof _______________________ 126
Switches _______________________ 96

TCS __________________________ 169
Technical data __________________ 268
Textile carpeting, cleaning _________ 252
Tie down eyes __________________ 143
Tightening torque, wheels _________ 250

Index

287

What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? _______________________ 37
Wheel replacement ______________ 239
Wheels and tires, sizes ___________ 275
When it is time for new tires _______ 236
Windshield washers _____________ 100
Windshield wipers _______________ 100
Wing mirrors ___________________ 134
Winter driving __________________ 181
Winter tires ____________________ 245
Wiper blades ___________________ 211
Wipers ________________________ 100

Xenon headlights ________________ 214
Xenon headlights, head light levelling _ 96

Tire chains ____________________ 240
Tire date code __________________ 246
Tire inspection and rotation ________ 235
Tire markings __________________ 242
Tire sidewall labeling _____________ 241
Tire sizes ______________________ 275
Tire terminology and definitions ____ 243
Tire, changing __________________ 248
Tire, spare _____________________ 246
Tires _________________________ 234
Tools and spare wheel ___________ 246
Touching up paintwork ___________ 253
Towbar _______________________ 184
Towbar load ___________________ 186
Towing _______________________ 190
Towing a trailer _________________ 184
Towing the car _________________ 191
Traction Control System (TCS) _____ 169
Transmission oil, checking ________ 204
Transmission oil, grade ___________ 272
Transmission, automatic __________ 159
Transmission, manual ____________ 158
Transporting the car _____________ 192
Treadwear indicators ____________ 236
Trip computer ___________________ 88
Trip meter ______________________ 83
Troubleshooting, A/C and ACC _____ 257
Trunk lid, driving when open _______ 189
Trunk lid, opening ________________ 45
Turbo gauge ____________________ 84

Uniform tire quality grading ________ 238
Upholstery care _________________ 251
Upholstery, cleaning _____________ 251
Useful tips on night driving ________ 190
Useful tips on starting ____________ 149

Vanity mirror ___________________ 130
Vehicle Data Collection ___________ 266
Vehicle identification number ______ 278
Vehicle recovery ________________ 192

Warning labels ___________________ 7
Warning lights ___________________ 78
Warning triangle _________________ 99
Warnings and messages on SID, Convertible ____________________ 65
Washer fluid ___________________ 211
Washer jets ____________________ 212
Washers ______________________ 100
Washing ______________________ 252
Washing a Convertible ___________ 253
Waxing and polishing ____________ 253
Wear indicators, tires ____________ 236

Notes

288
Notes

Fuel

Recommended octane rating: Unleaded gasoline

87–93 AON

For optimum performance Saab recommends: (cid:127) 2.0t 175 hp – AON 90. (cid:127) 2.0T 210 hp – AON 90.

Fuel tank capacity:

16.05 g (61 l)

IMPORTANT: Do not overfill. The level must not come up into the fuel filler pipe because the fuel must have room to expand.

3 Brake/clutch fluid Top up as necessary with DOT 4 brake fluid. Do not use DOT 5 fluid.

4 Battery

5 Fuse panel

6 Washer fluid

7 Power steering Steering-servo oil, CHF 11S (P/N 8996860). Use GM Power Steering Fluid to top up in emer- gency.

8 Dipstick, engine oil See section "Car care" regard- ing engine oil level.

1 Engine oil For information see chapter "Technical data".

2 Coolant When the engine is cold, the coolant must not lie above the KALT/COLD mark on the expansion tank (boundary between the upper and lower sections of the tank. Top up with a mixture of equal parts of Saab-approved anti- freeze and clean water.

NOTICE

Change of engine oil and oil filter may be required more frequently if the car is being used under certain conditions, see section "Customer Assistance and Information".

Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden

US/CA MY2005 Ordering nr. 42 92 17.

Printed in Sweden on chlorine-free paper 2004-04.

© Copyright Saab Automobile AB, 2004.

All information and illustrations in this manual are based on the specifi- cations that were available at the time of printing. Model variants, tech-

nical data and equipment vary from market to market, and may be

altered without prior notice.

Note that illustrations in this manual can depict cars fitted with extra equipment. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to inform you of the exact

specifacations that apply to your market.

Owner’s Manual

In-car safety There is an In-car safety & Quick Reference Guide found in your car which contains some quick reference concerning safety issues. Make sure you keep this Reference Guide readily available for all occupants to review. Replacement and/or additional Reference Guides may be ordered from your Saab dealer.

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Owner’s Manual Saab 9-3 M2005

Safety Security 9-3 Convertible Instruments and controls

11
41
55
77
Interior equipment 121
Starting and driving 145
Car care 197
Customer Assistance and Information 261
Technical data 267
Index 283

© Saab Automobile AB 2004
Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden Printed in Sweden

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WARNING

Failure to heed warnings may cause personal injury.

NOTICE

NOTICE texts warns 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 questions concerning your car, its equipment, the warranty conditions, etc., your Saab dealer will be pleased to help, or you may call the Saab Customer Assistance Center in the U.S. at 1-800-955- 9007 or email them at saab- [email protected]. In Canada, please contact the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-263-1999.

Enjoy the road ahead! Saab Automobile AB

Saab Automobile AB does not accept liability for any damage caused by the fitting of spare parts, exchange parts or accessories that are not approved by Saab Automobile AB.

Introduction This manual provides practical guidance on driving and caring for your Saab. The Saab 9-3 will be available with the fol- lowing engine variants: (cid:127) 2.0t 175 hp (cid:127) 2.0 Turbo 210 hp Although this manual describes the most important differences between model vari- ants, it does not specify the equipment or features included on individual models. Importation and distribution of Saab auto- mobiles, spare parts and accessories are handled exclusively by Saab Cars USA, Inc. in the United States and by General Motors of Canada Limited in Canada.

We recommend that you read through the manual before taking the car out for the first time and keep it in the car for future refer- ence. To find a specific item, use the overviews given on page 3–6. A list of content is given at the beginning of each section of the man- ual, and there is also a comprehensive index at the back of the book. Supplied with the car is a Warranty and Ser- vice Record booklet which contains impor- tant warranty information and specifies the regular maintenance to be carried out. Also included is a Quick Reference Guide, an Infotainment System manual, tire warran- ties and (U.S. customers), a dealer directory with Roadside Assistance Program infor- mation.

Instrument panel

Cruise Control ___________ 165
Direction indicators _______ 98
97
High/low beam control stalk

Changing bulbs __________ 213
98
Front fog lights___________ 96
Headlight levelling ________ 97
High/low beam __________ Parking lights____________ 96
98
Rear fog light____________

Fuel gauge __________________ Odometer and trip meter ________ Speedometer ________________ Tachometer __________________ Temperature gauge____________ Turbo gauge _________________ Warning and indicator lights _____

85
83
83
82
84
84
78

Clock _______________________ Profiler ______________________ Saab Information Display (SID) ___

92
87
87

Replacing wiper blades ___ 211
Washers and wipers______ 100
Washer fluid ____________ 211

Automatic climate control __ 108
Car care and maintenance _ 257
Hazard warning lights_____ 99
Manual climate control ____ 103
Seat heating ____________ 107
Seat heating, ACC _______ 116

Ashtray _____________________ Cigarette lighter _______________

132
132

4
Exterior

Anti-corrosion treatment ___ 254
Body __________________ 253
Service program _________ 262
Sunroof ________________ 126
Touching up paintwork ____ 253
Washing _______________ 252
Waxing and polishing _____ 253

Brake lights _____________ 220
Changing bulbs __________ 213
Light switches ___________ 96
Taillights _______________ 220

Folding down the rear seat _ 140
Lighting ________________ 220
Load-through hatch_______ 142
Spare wheel ____________ 144
Tools __________________ 144
Trunk __________________ 140

Towing_________________ 190
Towing hook eyes ________ 190
Towing a trailer __________ 184

Maximum loads _______________ Mounting holes for roof carriers ___ Roof load ____________________

268
188
188

Hood _______________________ 198
Washing the engine bay_________ 252

Changing bulbs _________ 213
96
Dipswitch ______________ Direction indicators_______ 98
Front lights _____________ 215
Headlight levelling (xenon) _ 96
Headlight switches _______ 96
Headlight washers _______ 211

Central locking __________ Child safety locks ________ Lock buttons____________ Trunk lock ______________

42
46
42
45

Braking _____________________ Changing wheels______________ Spare wheel _________________ Tire pressure ________________ Tires _______________________ Wheels _____________________ Winter driving ________________

166
248
246
277
234
275
181

Economical motoring _____ 179
Fuel filler door __________ 153
Fuel gauge _____________ 85
Fuel grade _____________ 271
Refueling ______________ 153

Interior

Interior rearview mirror _________ Vanity mirror _________________ Door mirrors__________________

135
130
134

Interior lighting: changing bulbs ___ 225
Interior light switches ___________ 129
Sunroof _____________________ 126

Airbag _________________ 29
Steering wheel adjustment _ 122
Steering _______________ 273

Fuses _________________ 227

Electric windows _________ 123

Child seats ________________ Folding down the rear seat ____ Rear seat__________________ Safety belts ________________ Seat adjustment ____________ Seat heating _______________

Upholstery care_____________

22
140
140
12
17
107, 116
251

Ashtray and cigarette lighter _____ Break-In Period _______________ Driving in hot/cold climates ______ Ignition switch ________________ Parking brake_________________ Parking _____________________ Starting the engine ____________

132
157
181
146
173
173
148

29
Airbag_________________ 46
Child safety locks ________ Child seats _____________ 22
Safety belt care _________ 251
12
Safety belts ____________

Glove box ______________ 132
Storage compartments____ 132

Automatic transmission ___ 159
Changing gears _________ 158
Manual transmission _____ 158

6
Engine bay

Color code______________ 278
Engine number __________ 278
Gearbox number _________ 278
Warning labels __________ Vehicle identification number 278

Alternator ______________ 210
Drive belt_______________ 210
Exhaust emission control __ 151
Ignition system __________ 272
Simple troubleshooting (A/C, ACC) _____________ 257
Spark plugs _____________ 272
84
Turbo gauge ____________

Engine oil: checking level __ 202

Changing engine oil____________ Engine: description ____________ Engine: technical data __________ Important considerations for driving Oil grade and viscosity__________

203
199
270
150
270

Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 205
Driving in hot climates __________ 183
Radiator_____________________ 270
Temperature gauge ____________ 84

ABS brakes_____________ 166
Brake pads _____________ 206
Brake system ___________ 274
Brake fluid______________ 206

Changing a fuse _________ 227
Fuse table _____________ 232
Fuses _________________ 227
Relays ________________ 232

Topping-up fluid _________ 211
Wash/wipe stalk switch____ 100
Washer fluid ____________ 211
Washer jets ____________ 212

Automatic transmission _________ Transmission: technical data _____ Manual transmission ___________

159
272
158

Power steering________________ Fluid: checking/topping up _______

207
207

Battery ______________________ 208
Battery charge ________________ 208
Jump starting _________________ 193

Warning labels

Radiator fan: Radiator fan may start at any time.

A/C system: Refrigerant at high pressure. Do not loosen or remove the A/C system fittings before discharging the A/C system. Improper service methods may cause personal injury. System to be serviced by qualified personnel only. For instructions consult dealer man- ual. The A/C system complies with SAE J639. Charge: 680 g R134a. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG oil SP-10 alt. Saab oil 4759106

LEVEL INDICATOR

INDICATEUR DE NIVEAU DARK / NOIR CLEAR CLAIR

OK LOW BAS

DANGER/POISON

700 CCA (SAE)

DANGER/POISON

700 CCA (SAE)

(cid:127) No sparks, flames or smoking.

(cid:127) Shield eyes, explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.

(cid:127) Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe