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sion, put the shift lever in PARK (P). For a manual transmission, leave the car in gear (1st or REVERSE (R)).

3 Turn off the engine and do not restart

while the vehicle is raised.

4 Do not allow passengers to remain in

the vehicle.

To be even more certain the vehicle won't move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.

(cid:127) The car jack is designed solely for use

in changing a tire or fitting snow chains. It must not be used to support the car during repair work or servicing.

(cid:127) Never crawl under a car that is

supported only by a jack. Always use axle stands.

(cid:127) Raising your vehicle too high or with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle, and raise the vehicle only far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit (no more than 25 mm or 1 inch clearance between the ground and the bottom of the tire).

(cid:127) Switch on the hazard warning lights if

the car is on a road.

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(cid:127) The jack should be stored correctly under the carpeting in the trunk. If it lies loose in the car, it could thrown forward and cause personal injury in the event of a crash or if the car rolls over.

(cid:127) Grit, salt and rust can clog the inner

threads of the wheel bolts if the car has been driven for several years exclu- sively with alloy wheels. If steel wheels are being installed, the bolt hole threads in the brake hubs should be cleaned before the thinner steel wheels are fitted. It may other- wise not be possible to achieve the correct clamping force, despite tight- ening the wheel bolts to the correct torque.

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When the car has to be lifted, the jack must be positioned at one of the four jacking points (front or rear) under the sill members. If a floor jack is used, the lifting plate must be positioned under the normal jacking points, see illustration. If the car is equipped with a towbar, the jack can also be placed under this.

NOTICE

Apply the jack only to the jacking points indicated on the body.

1 Wind the jack up to a suitable height

before placing it under the jacking point. Each jacking point is indicated by an arrow on the sill (see illustration). Make sure that the jack fully engages the jacking point in the underside of the sill member and that the entire foot of the jack is steady and flat on the ground. The jack must not stand on snow, ice or similar. Wind up the jack until it just begins to lift the car.

Marking of jacking points

Jacking points

2 It is not necessary to remove the wheel

cover. If, none the less, you wish to remove the wheel cover, take hold of the outer edge and pull it straight out. Loosen the wheel bolts half a turn.

3 Wind the jack to raise the wheel clear of the ground. Remove the wheel bolts and lift off the wheel.

4 Clean any rust or dirt from the contact surfaces between the wheel and brake disc. Do not wipe away the grease in the wheel hub.

5 Add a thin layer of grease on the bolts

before fitting, see page 276. Fit the wheel and screw in the bolts in the sequence shown on page 276 (opposite pairs). Tighten the bolts enough for the bolts and wheel to be seated correctly.

6 Lower the car and tighten the wheel

bolts to torque in sequence as shown on page 276. Tightening torque: Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm).

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Jacking points for floor jack

Clean any rust or dirt from the contact sur- faces between the wheel and brake disc.

Do not wipe away the grease in the wheel hub.

NOTICE

(cid:127) Do not overtighten the bolts using a

impact wrench: not only can this damage the wheels but it can also make it impossible to undo the bolts using the wheel wrench in the car’s toolkit.

(cid:127) When refitting a wheel cover, make

sure that the valve protrudes through the marked recess in the wheel cover.

7 Retouching the wheel bolts after twenty

or so miles. Tightening torque: Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm).

We advise against using wheels with large ventilation slots in winter, as the brake com- ponents are then more exposed to slush, road salt and grit. If you fit wheels of a different dimension, the speedometer can be reprogrammed to ensure it is as accurate as possible. We rec- ommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Driving with tire chains 3, see page 196

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Grease the surfaces indicated with a thin layer of grease

Tightening sequence, wheel bolts

Upholstery and trim To remove fluff and hairs from the seats, door armrests and headlining, use a vacuum cleaner, a moist lint-free cloth, or a clothes brush. Remove spots and dirt using a cloth moistened with lukewarm soapy water. When using a stain remover, always work from the outside towards the centre to avoid leaving a ring. If a soiled ring or spot should remain, it can usually be removed using lukewarm soapy water or water alone. Spots left by liquids, such as soft drinks or thin oil, must be removed at once with an absorbent material, such as kitchen towel- ling. Then clean with a stain remover. White spirit is recommended for removing grease and oil stains. A medium stiff brush may also be used.

Safety belts

WARNING

If the car is involved in a crash, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other asso- ciated components must be inspected. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belts yourself. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer dealer.

Check the function of the safety belts regu- larly as follows: (cid:127) Hold the diagonal strap and pull it sharply. The safety belt should lock and it should not be possible to withdraw it further.

Check the anchorage points in the floor. They must not have suffered rust damage. If a belt is worn or has any fraying edges, it should be replaced. Safety belts must not come into contact with substances such as polishes, oil or chemi- cals. If the belts get dirty, wash them with warm water and a detergent or have them replaced.

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Cleaning and caring for leather upholstery The principal reason for treating leather upholstery is to maintain its elegant appear- ance and to provide it with a protective film. Disco lour at ion caused by dust and wear mainly affects the lighter shades, although this is not detrimental to the leather, indeed, the patina resulting from use is often consid- ered desirable in leather. But if the leather is allowed to become too grubby, it can start to look shabby. The leather upholstery should be cleaned and reconditioned twice a year in conjunc- tion with spring and autumn inspections. In very warm, dry climates the leather may need more regular reconditioning. Use con- ventional leather care products. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Do not use unknown harsh polishing agents, cleaning agents, sprays, coarse soap or hot water.

Textile carpeting Textile carpeting should be vacuum cleaned regularly. Carpeting can also be cleaned using a brush or sponge and carpet shampoo. For safety reasons, vacuum cleaners that are not earthed (grounded) must not be used out of doors.

Engine bay The engine bay should be cleaned with an engine decreasing and rinsed with hot water. The headlights must be covered over. Do not use a pressure washer. Avoid spraying electrical components and con- nectors. Do not use petrol as a cleaning agent or sol- vent when carrying out repairs or mainte- nance. Saab recommends the use of envi- ronmentally-friendly decrescendos.

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Washing The bodywork must be washed frequently. When the car is new, the body should be washed by hand using plain cold water and a clean, soft brush through which the water flows. Automatic caresses should be avoided when the car is new. After 5–6 months the paintwork will have hardened. To facilitate cleaning, a suitable detergent can be added to the water, which should be lukewarm. Remove any bird droppings without delay, as these can discolor the paintwork and prove difficult to polish out. Lay a wad of wet paper on the patch of dirt and leave it for a minute or so. It will then be easy to wash off the dirt. Use a soft cloth moistened with white spirit to remove splashes of tar or asphalt. Do not use strong cleaners, as these can dry out the paintwork.

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol-based cleaners on the plastic lenses of the front or rear lights, as these can cause a crackling effect on the lenses. The door mirrors should be folded in before the car enters an automatic car wash.

The underside of the car also needs wash- ing regularly, and this should be done extra

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thoroughly at the end of winter. Clean the underside of the car by hand if the car is usu- ally washed in an automatic car wash with- out special facilities for underbody cleaning. Never wash or leave the car to dry in the sun, but wipe it dry with a chamois leather immediately after washing to avoid smears and streaks. Clean the inside of window glass using a proprietary window cleaner. This is particu- larly important when the car is new, as upholstery and trim have a tendency to sweat a little at first. Keep the glass well polished, as this helps to prevent misting. Clean the outside of the windows with Saab washer fluid. This is especially important if the car has been washed in an automatic car wash, as sometimes a wax treatment is used that can contaminate the windshield and impair the performance of the wipers. In the U.S., Saab offers a full complement of car care products. See your dealer or visit us at www.saabcatalog.com.

Convertible: (cid:127) Wash the soft top with a mild soap solu-

tion and lukewarm water. For spot clean- ing the top, a finger nail brush can also be used. Stroke the brush in the direction of the fabric, not across the threads. If a pressure washer is used be heedful of the following recommendations: (cid:127) on the lower part of the car (not higher than the door handles): max pressure of 100 bar and not closer than 8 in. (20 cm).

(cid:127) on the upper part of the car: tax pres- sure of 100 bar and not closer than 32 in. (80 cm).

(cid:127) Do not use any drying chemicals or water-

proofing agents.

(cid:127) Avoid automatic car washes.

NOTICE

(cid:127) Try your brakes on leaving a car wash.

Wet brake discs reduce the perfor- mance of the brakes.

(cid:127) Fixed antennae, such as for a mobile

phone, must be removed if the car goes through an automatic car wash.

(cid:127) Cars with Saab Parking Assistance: Do not spray the sensors or closer than 8 in. (20 cm) to the sensors with a pressure washer, as this can damage them.

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Waxing and polishing Do not wax a new car during the first three or four months. In fact, there is no need to polish the car before the paintwork has started to dull through oxidation. Other than in exceptional cases, do not use abrasive polishes containing a cutting agent on a new car. Always wash the car thoroughly before waxing or polishing.

Touching up the paint Damaged paintwork should be treated as soon as it is discovered: the longer it is left, the greater the risk of corrosion. The anti- corrosion warranty does not cover corrosion resulting from untreated defects. Paintwork damage sustained in a crash is usually extensive and can only be properly restored by professionals. However, you can repair small scratches and stone chip damage yourself. The nec- essary tools and materials, such as primer, touch-up paint and brushes, are available from a workshop. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. In the case of minor flaws in the paintwork, where the metal has not been exposed and an undamaged layer of paint remains, touch-up paint can usually be applied directly, after any dirt has been scraped away using a pointed knife. If corrosion has already set in, such as the result of stone-chip damage, use a pointed knife to scrape off all surface rust. If possi-

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Surface treatment composition 1 Body panel 2 Zinc (certain components only) 7.5 µm 3 Phosphate coating 3 –5 µm 4 Cathodic ED 23 µm 5 Intermediate coat 35 µm 6 Metallic base/solid base 11 µm 7 Clear enamel 45 µm

ble, the damaged area should be taken back to the bare metal. The metal should then be primed with two thin coats of primer applied by brush. After the primer has dried, apply several thin layers of topcoat until the surface of the repaired area is flush with the surrounding paintwork. Stir both primer and touch-up paint thor- oughly before use and allow each coat to dry before applying the next. Two-coat enamel As the name implies, two-coat enamel is applied in two operations. The first coat, the base color, contains the pigment, metal flakes and binder. The second coat consists of a clear enamel, which provides the final gloss for the paintwork and protects the base from moisture and environmental con- taminants. Touch-up stone-chip damage as follows: 1 Thoroughly clean the damaged area. 2 Then apply the primer, base color and finally, the clear enamel. To achieve the best finish, apply two or three coats of primer.

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Anti-corrosion treatment The entire car undergoes a series of anti- corrosion processes during production. These include electrophoretic priming, PVC-based coating to protect against stone chip damage and corrosion, and treatment of body cavities and members with thin, penetrating rustproofing oil. In addition, most body panels, such as the hood, doors and floor pan are galvanized. The anti-corrosion treatment on some parts of the car is constantly exposed to wear and prone to damage. This applies particularly to the underside of the car and inside the wheel arches, where grit, road salt and the like that are thrown up can give rise to cor- rosion where the underseal has worn away. The extent of this obviously depends on the conditions in which the car is used. Accordingly, make it a habit to hose the underside of the car often and to inspect the condition of the underseal. The anti-corro- sion warranty does not relieve the car owner of the need to carry out normal maintenance to the rustproofing and to make good any damage.

Use a hose to clean the underside of the car thoroughly. After it has dried, use a brush or spray to apply a viscous anti-corrosion agent to any worn or damaged areas, to prevent the onset of corrosion. Even after the anti-corrosion warranty has expired, it makes good sense to continue to maintain the rustproofing. Seams in the body, especially those in the doors and trunk lid, are particularly vulnera- ble to corrosion from the outside, caused by grit and salt thrown up from the road, and to corrosion from the inside, largely as a result of condensation. Keep the seams clean and at the first sign of any rust, apply a thin, pen- etrating, anti-corrosion oil. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to give you further advice.

What causes rust? Steel body panels of automobiles are sub- ject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to penetrate the protective finish. Body panels may rust through if the process is unchecked. Rusting can occur wherever water is trapped or where the car’s panels are continuously damp. Damage to paint and undercoating by stones, gravel and minor crashes immedi- ately exposes metal to air and moisture. Road salts used for de-icing will collect on the bottom of the car and promote rusting. Areas of the country with high humidity have a greater potential for rust problems, espe- cially where salt is used on roads or there is moist sea air. Industrial pollution (fallout) may also damage paint and promote rust- ing.

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Inspect the undercoating and touch up if necessary. Pay particular attention to the fenders and wheel housings, which are exposed to abrasion by flying gravel, etc. If the composition has worn or flaked off, the steel must be thoroughly cleaned and dried before a fresh coat is applied. The cleaning is best done with a scraper and a steel wire brush, followed by washing with solvent. Apply the new coating thinly, otherwise it may run off or fall off when dry.

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Preventive maintenance The following procedures are necessary to help protect against rusting. Refer also to the terms and conditions of the Performa- tion Limited Warranty described in the war- ranty booklet. 1 Wash the car frequently, and wax at

least twice a year. Under adverse conditions, where there is a rapid buildup of dirt, sand or road salt, wash your car at least once a week. After extreme exposure to salted snow or slush, evidenced by a white film on the car, wash the car immediately. Frequent washing will prevent paint damage from acid rain and other airborne contami- nants such as tree sap and bird drop- pings. If any of these contaminants are noticed on the car the finish should be washed immediately. (cid:127) Begin washing by rinsing the entire car with water to loosen and flush off heavy concentrations of dirt (include the underbody).

(cid:127) Sponge the car with a solution of either a good quality car soap or mild general purpose (dish washing) detergent and water.

(cid:127) Rinse car thoroughly with clean water. (cid:127) After washing, check and clear all drains in doors and body panels.

(cid:127) Wipe the car dry, preferably using a

chamois.

2 Clean the underside of the car during the winter. Use high pressure water to clean the car’s underside (floor panels, wheel wells) at least at mid-winter and in the spring.

3 Inspect the car frequently for leaks or

damage, and arrange for needed repairs promptly. After washing or after heavy rain, check for leaks. When wash- ing the car inspect body surfaces for paint damage. While checking for leaks, lift the floor mats and check underneath them. Water can collect in these areas and remain for prolonged periods. Dry any wet areas including the floor mats. Have leaks repaired as soon as possi- ble. Use touch-up paint to repair small scratches or minor finish damage. Areas where metal is exposed will rust quickly and MUST be repaired immediately by touch-up or professional repainting. Rust must be removed, the bare metal primed and painted. Major body damage should be repaired immediately and new panels or exposed areas should be undercoated with anti- corro- sion material. Repairs of this type are the owner’s responsibility and are not covered under warranty.

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Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials A typical car consists of metals (65–75 %), plastics (10–15 %), rubber (5 %) and small quantities of glass, wood, paper and tex- tiles. The recycling of metals has been com- monplace for a long time now. To facilitate the sorting of other materials, plastic parts, for instance, have been marked to identify the precise nature of the plastic.

Air conditioning (A/C)

WARNING

(cid:127) All repairs and adjustments to the A/C system must be carried out at a Saab dealer authorized for this kind of work. (cid:127) The A/C system is pressurized. Do not break any connections or undo A/C system components.

(cid:127) Escaping gas can cause eye injury or

other personal injury.

NOTICE

(cid:127) The A/C system is designed for use

with R134a refrigerant.

(cid:127) Refrigerant handling requires special equipment and special procedures for charging and draining the system.

(cid:127) Never mix R 134a with other refriger-

ants.

Troubleshooting If a fault occurs in the A/C system, there are a number of checks you can perform your- self. If the fault persists, however, have the system checked at a workshop. We recom- mend that you contact a Saab dealer.

Note: When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified. The resultant condensa- tion that forms on the evaporator is drained off under the car. When the car is parked, this may result in a small puddle forming on the ground. The warmer the air and the higher the relative humidity, the more con- densation will be produced. Inadequate cooling a Check that the controls for temperature and air distribution are correctly set; see “Manual climate-control system 3” on page 110.

b Check that the condenser (in front of the radiator) has not become clogged with dirt and insects.

c Make sure that the compressor drive

belt does not slip (see page 229).

d Check the fuses for the ventilation fans

and compressor (see page 249).

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NOTICE

Do not use a pressure washer when cleaning the condenser or radiator due to the risk of damage.

(cid:127) The compressor drive belt should be inspected under the regular service program.

(cid:127) Clean away dirt and insects from the

condenser and radiator to prevent clog- ging. When washing the car, use the hose to spray the radiator and condenser (located in front of the radiator) from both sides (both from the front of the car and from inside the engine bay). Do not use a pressure washer. Caution: Do not hose down the radia- tor and condenser while the engine is hot.

Other than in extremely cold weather, do not screen the radiator, e.g. with netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. (cid:127) Applicable to the manual climate control system - During cold months the air condi- tioning should be switched on once or twice a month and run for 5–10 minutes during highway driving once the engine is warm. This action saves the gaskets in the compressor from being spoiled. The compressor uses a lubricant that circu- lates with the coolant.

Note: The A/C system cannot be switched on when the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C). Turn on the A/C system when the car is standing in a warm place. Simplest is to always have the A/C button pressed in. The A/C system will then cut in automatically when the outside temperature is high enough.

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Headlight aiming

WARNING

Before checking/adjusting the headlight aiming, switch off the engine to avoid danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off.

The vehicle has a visual optical headlight aiming system equipped with vertical aiming device. The aim has been preset at the factory and should normally not need further adjustments. If your headlights are damaged in a crash, the headlight aim may be affected. If you believe your headlights need to be re- aimed, we recommend that you take it to your Saab dealer for service. However, it is possible for you to re-aim your headlights as described in the following procedure.

NOTICE

To make sure that your headlights are aimed properly read all instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlight parts or a not correctly aimed headlight.

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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

To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: (cid:127) The vehicle shall be placed so that the

headlights are 25 ft (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface. The aiming area should be darkened, this will improve your ability to see the beam of the low beam headlight being aimed. An optical headlamp aimer can also be used and will than replace the wall.

(cid:127) The vehicle must have all four wheels on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface. (cid:127) The vehicle should be placed so it is per- pendicular to the wall or other flat surface.

(cid:127) The vehicle should be unloaded and fuel

tank full, and one person or 160 lbs. (75 kg) on the drivers seat.

(cid:127) The vehicle should be fully assembled

and all other work stopped while headlight aiming is being done.

(cid:127) The vehicle should not have any snow, ice

or mud attached to it.

(cid:127) Tires should be inflated to the prescribed

pressure.

(cid:127) Close all doors. (cid:127) Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspen-

sion.

Headlight aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will

1 Aiming marker on headlight lens

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be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. If you find that the headlight needs adjust- ment follow these steps: 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.

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

Then follow the instructions in the optical headlight aimer instruction manual and point 1, 2, 5, and 6 in this instruction.

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.

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Maintenance schedule __ 288 Owner assistance ______ 290 Reporting Safety Defects

(USA) _______________ 291

Reporting Safety Defects

to the Canadian government__________ 291

Vehicle Data Collection

and Event Data Recorders ___________ 292

3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).

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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.

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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.

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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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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3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).

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General data __________ 294 297 Engine _______________ Engine oil_____________ 298 Fuel__________________ 299 Engines ______________ 300 Electrical system_______ 300 301 Drive belt _____________ Manual transmission ___ 301 302 Automatic transmission _ 302 Suspension ___________ Steering ______________ 302 Brake system__________ 303 Wheels and tires _______ 304 Plates and labels _______ 307

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General data Overall length, including bumpers: ___

Sport Sedan and Convertible _________ 182.5'' (4635 mm) SportCombi_______________________ 183.2'' (4654 mm) 80.2'' (2038 mm) 60.6'' (1539 mm) 105.3'' (2675 mm)

Overall width, including door mirrors __ Maximum height _________________ Wheelbase _____________________ Track:

Front ____________________________ 59.8'' (1524 mm) Rear ____________________________ 59.3'' (1506 mm) approx. 120 mm

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

Sport Sedan and SportCombi ________ 5
Convertible _______________________ 4

Turning circle:

Measured at vehicle extremities _______ 37.4 ft. (11.4 m) cars with V6 engine ________________ 40.0 ft. (12.2 m)

V.I.N. label on vehi- cles sold in U.S.A.

V.I.N. label on vehicles sold in Canada

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.

Trunk length, Sport Sedan:

Rear seat raised ___________________ Rear seat lowered _________________

Trunk length, Convertible __________ Trunk length, SportCombi:

40.8'' (1036 mm) 69.8'' (1774 mm) 29.1" (740 mm)

Rear seat raised ___________________ Rear seat lowered _________________

39.9'' (1013 mm) 70.0'' (1777 mm)

Trunk volume (VDA):

Sport Sedan ______________________ Convertible, soft top raised___________ Convertible, soft top folded___________ SportCombi ______________________ SportCombi with rear seat lowered ____

15.0 cu.ft. (425 l) 12.4 cu.ft. (352 l) 8.3 cu.ft. (235 l) 14.8 cu.ft. (419 l) 45.0 cu.ft. (1273 l)

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Maximum roof load, Sport Sedan and Sport-

Combi ________________________

220 lbs. (100 kg)

Maximum load in trunk, Sport Sedan, Con-

vertible and SportCombi__________ The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed: Sport Sedan and SportCombi ________ Convertible _______________________

Maximum combined weight of driver and

passengers ___________________ Sport Sedan and SportCombi (5x150 lbs.)_______________________ Convertible (4x150 lbs.) _____________

175 lbs. (80 kg)

925 lbs. (420 kg) 775 lbs. (352 kg)

750 lbs. (340 kg) 600 lbs. (272 kg)

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Curb weight

(i.e. with full fuel tank, full washer fluid res- ervoir, standard tools and spare wheel): Sport Sedan ______________________ 3200–3420 lbs. (1450–1550 kg) Convertible _______________________ 3570–3700 lbs. (1620–1680 kg)

SportCombi_______________________ xx

Gross vehicle weight (GVW):

Sport Sedan ______________________ 4120–4340 lbs. (1870–1970 kg) Convertible _______________________ 4460–4520 lbs. (2025–2050 kg)

SportCombi_______________________ xx

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) SportCombi_______________________ xx SportCombi_______________________ xx

Weight distribution:

Curb weight + driver (150 lbs. (68 kg)), front/rear, Sport Sedan and SportCombi GVW, front/rear, Sport Sedan and Sport- Combi ___________________________ approx. 50/50 %

approx. 60/40 %

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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 200.

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 198).

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Engine Type:

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ Four cylinders,

double overhead camshafts, 16 valves, two balancer shafts

Petrol engine, V6 __________________ Six cylinders,

4 overhead cam- shafts, 24 valves, the angle between the cylinder rows is 60°

Cylinder bore:

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 3.386'' (86 mm) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 3.504'' (89 mm)

Stroke:

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 3.386'' (86 mm) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 2.945'' (74.8 mm)

Swept volume:

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 122 cu.in. (1.998 l) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 170 cu.in. (2.792 l)

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Idling speed ____________________

Antifreeze ______________________

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

Coolant capacity:

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 7.5 qts. (7.1 l) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 9.5 qts. (9.0 l)

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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:

For all gasoline engines - fully synthetic engine oil - approved against the GM-LL-A025 specification - with viscosity SAE 0W- 30 or 0W-40. To benefit from Saab´s specified service intervals, pleasure ensure to select a fully synthetic engine oil approved against GM-LL-A025. For optimum performence Saab recommends the use of Saab Long Life Turbo Oil 0W-30 or Mobil 1 0W-40 European Car For- mula, but other fully synthetic oils approved against the above specification and with proper SAE viscosity 0W-30 or 0W-40 may also be used.

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 offer engine oils approved against GM specifications. Oils meeting these standards may be marked as synthetic. However, not all synthetic engine oils will meet your engines specific requirements. Please ensure only to use fully synthetic oils approved against your engines specific require- ments, i.e. GM-LL-A025 with viscosity SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W- 40.

Recommended oil viscosities.

Viscosity is a measurement of the oil´s thickness at various temperatures, according to the SAE standard. The thickness in- fluences e.g. fuel economy and cold starting properties. For op- timum performance Saab recommends: For gasoline engines: SAE 0W-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.

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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)

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 6.3 qts. (6.0 l) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 6.0 qts. (5.7 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. 2.8 V6 230 hp and 250 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 169.

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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

Electrical system Voltage ________________________ Battery capacity _________________ Starter motor:

12 V 60 Ah

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 1.8 kW Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 1.4 kW

Alternator rating:

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

4-cyl. with manual gearbox___________ 120 A/14 V 4-cyl. with automatic gearbox_________ 140 A/14 V V6 engine ________________________ 155 A/14 V

2.8 V6 (230) Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ Maximum torque, EEC at 2250 rpm ____ Compression ratio__________________

230 hp (169 kW) 243 ft.lb. (330 Nm) 10.0:1

2.8 V6 (250) Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ Maximum torque, EEC at 2250 rpm ____ Compression ratio__________________

250 hp (184 kW) 257 ft.lb. (350 Nm) 10.0:1

Firing order _____________________

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 1-3-4-2
Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 1-2-3-4-5-6

Spark plugs: Petrol engine, 4-cyl.

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

Petrol engine, V6

Type ____________________________ PLFR6C 10G Electrode gap _____________________ 0.9–1.0 mm Tightening torque __________________ 20 ft.lb. (28 Nm)

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Drive belt Outside length______________________

Manual transmission Type __________________________

Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 40.472'' (1028 mm) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 83.463'' (2120 mm)

Oil type (for topping up)____________ Oil capacity:

Fully synchronized with final drive gear and differential Saab MTF 0063

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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, 4-cyl

Drive belt, V6

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Automatic transmission Type:

5-speed__________________________ 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.

6-speed__________________________ Electronically-

controlled, 6-speed, fully-automatic with hydraulic torque converter, planetary gears and integral final drive. Lock-up function for 1st to 6th gear.

Selector lever positions _______________ P, R, N, D, M Clutch type ________________________ Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings

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

5-speed__________________________ 46—49
6-speed__________________________ 63

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

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

Dampers, front and rear ______________ Gas-filled dampers

Steering Steering __________________________ Power-assisted steering gear of rack-pinion type and telescopic jointed steering column

Number of turns, lock to lock___________ 2.97
Oil type ___________________________ Power steering fluid

CHF 11S or CHF 202

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Brake system Foot brake (ABS)____________________ 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 181).

Park brake_________________________ Acts on rear wheels Brake fluid _________________________ To DOT 4.

Do not use DOT 5.

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Disc diameter:

Front ____________________________ 11.22 in.

(285 mm) **)

Front 3 *) ________________________ 11.81 in.

(300 mm) **)

Rear ____________________________ 10.94 in. (278 mm) Rear 3 *) ________________________ 11.42 in.

(290 mm) **)

Total friction area of brake pads:

Front ____________________________ 9.30 in.² (60 cm²) Front 3 __________________________ 9.61 in.² (62 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)

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Wheels and tires All season tires

6.5 x 16" _________________________ 215/55 R16 97 H

RF/XL

7 x 17"___________________________ 225/45 R17 94 V

RF/XL

7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94V

Summer tires

7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94 W We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer if you plan to fit other wheels or tires than those fitted as standard.

Winter (snow) tires:

6.5 x 16" wheel ____________________ 215/55 R16 93 Q

M+S

7 x 17" wheel _____________________ 225/45 R17 94 Q

M+S RF/XL

7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94 Q

M+S

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)

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 16"_______ 215/55 R16 M+S or

Tires

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".

NOTICE

Wheels larger than 17" must not be fitted for reasons stated on page 260. 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

2.8 V6

All season tires 215/55 R16 97 H RF/XL 225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL 235/45 R17 94 V Summer tires 235/45 R17 94 W Winter (snow) tires 215/55 R16 93 Q 225/45 R17 94 Q M+S RF/XL 235/45 R17 94 Q Wheel sizes 6.5 x 16" 7 x 17" 7.5 x 17"

–

–

–

–

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

– –

–

–

–

– –

–

– –

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Recommended lowest tire pressure, cold tires

Tire size

All season tires 215/55 R16 97 H XL/RF

225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL

235/45 R17 94 V

Load/speed mph (km/h) *

Front psi/kPa

Rear psi/kPa

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–)

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

35/240
35/240
41/280
35/240
35/240
41/280

xx

* 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.

Summer tires 23525/45 R17 94 W 1–3 pers./0–120 (0–190) 4–5 pers./0–120 (0–190) 1–5 pers./120– (190–)

Winter tires 215/55 R16 93 Q

225/45 R17 94 Q M+S RF/XL 235/45 R17 94Q

Compact spare 125/85 R16 99 M

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)

35/240
35/240
41/280

35/240
35/240
41/280

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

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

xx

Max 50 (80)

60/420 60/420

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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 267. 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 6 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-door 5 = 5-speed manual 6 = 6-speed manual 9 = 5-speed automatic 1 = 6-speed automatic S = 2.0t N = 2.0t (Convertible) Y = 2.0 Turbo M = 2.8 V6 (230) U = 2.8 V6 (250) 0-9 or X 6 = 2006
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. We recommend that you consult a Saab dealer for further information. 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 workshop. We recom- mend that you contact a Saab dealer.

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

switched off when the soft top is open.

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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.

Key not accepted. Contact Saab dealer.