2007 Saab 9 3 Owners Manual

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DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation motor vehicle safety stan- dards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanu- meric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand and date of production. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see “” on page 251. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle, see “” on page 281. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, see “” on page 251. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire.

Maximum Load rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehi- cle capacity weight; and production options weight. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pres- sure: The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated. Normal occupant weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat mul- tipled by 150 pounds (68 kg). See “” on page 251. Occupant Distribution: Designated seat- ing positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehi- cle. The side of the tire that contains a white- wall bears white lettering or bears manufac- turer, brand and or model name molding on the other sidewall of the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles.

Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehi- cle manufacturer´s recommended tire infla- tion pressure shown on the tire placard, see “Inflation - Tire Pressure” on page 241 and “” on page 251. Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the cen- terline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip pro- vided. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”, that show across the tread of a tire when only 2/32 inch of tread remains. See “When It Is Time for New Tires” on page 243.

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Tread Width: The width of the tire´s tread. UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grade Stan- dards, a tire information system that pro- vides consumers with ratings for a tire´s traction, temperature and treadwear. Rat- ings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The rating are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” on page 245. Vehicle Capacity Weight: Is the number of designated seating positions multipled by 150 pounds (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See “” on page 251. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing original equipment tire size and the recommended cold inflation pressure. See “” on page 251.

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement “The

combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle´s placard.

2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

3 Substract the combined weight of

the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.

4 The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- able cargo and luggage load capac- ity is 650 lbs. (1400–750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.).

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5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calcu- lated in Step 4.

6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehi- cle.

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Winter tires Winter (snow) tires are recommended for winter climates where the majority of your driving will be done on snow and ice. Winter tires should be fitted to all four wheels to maintain a proper balance. Your Saab dealer can advise you of to the correct size tire for your car (if different from the original size) and also supply Saab approved winter tires pre-mounted on steel or alloy rims. Winter tires normally use a different speed rating compared to summer/all season tires. Make sure not to exceed the stated speed rating on the tires you use. Tire date code Tires should be regarded as perishable goods. As the tires age, the rubber becomes progressively harder, and the roadholding ability of the tires diminishes. This is partic- ularly true on winter tires. Tires have a code that specifies their date of manufacture. The first two digits denote the week number and the last two digits the year followed by a filled triangle.

Compact spare

WARNING

The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut.

The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing the tire. Its use is only permitted when a standard tire has sus- tained a puncture. The maximum life of the tire is only just over 2,000 miles (3,500 km). Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) with the compact spare fitted. The tire pressure should be 60 psi (420 kPa). Put the punctured tire in the spare wheel well under the trunk floor. Have the standard tire repaired and refitted as soon as possible.

The spare tire, the tools and the jack with its crank are carried under a panel in the trunk. Fold the carpeting forward to ease access to the tools and spare tire. The screwdriver handle has a “button” for removing plastic rivets. This type of rivet must be removed when changing the light bulb in the trunk lid (see page 228). Your Saab is equipped with a trip computer and you can use its “Speed warning” func- tion, to monitor driving speed since you must not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h), see page 90.

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life of the tire is only just over 2,000 miles (approx. 3,500 km).

(cid:129) Refit the standard tire as soon as possi-

ble.

Important considerations when driving with a compact spare tire: (cid:129) The car’s ground clearance is reduced. (cid:129) The car must not be driven with more than

one compact spare tire at a time.

(cid:129) Avoid driving against the curb. (cid:129) Do not use snow chains. (cid:129) Do not fit the wheel cover - this would

conceal the warning text.

Tools under a panel in the trunk

NOTICE

To avoid damaging a alloy wheel of a punctured tire, this can be temporarily placed outside up in the spare wheel well but only while driving to the closest work- shop. As a general rule, all heavy loads must be well secured in the trunk (see page 139).

Driving with a compact wheel fitted

WARNING

(cid:129) Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The

tire can overheat affecting the car’s roadholding.

(cid:129) Tire pressure: refer to page 290. (cid:129) The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut.

Observe the following when the compact spare tire is fitted: (cid:129) The compact spare is light and easy to

handle when changing a tire.

(cid:129) Do not drive further than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum

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SportCombi with subwoofer

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Changing a tire

WARNING

Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for chang- ing a flat tire.

Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving:

1 Set the parking brake firmly. 2 If you have an automatic transmis-

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:129) 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:129) Never crawl under a car that is

supported only by a jack. Always use axle stands.

(cid:129) 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:129) Switch on the hazard warning lights if

the car is on a road.

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(cid:129) 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:129) 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. Remove the plastic wheel bolt covers. 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 260. Fit the wheel and screw in the bolts in the sequence shown on page 260 (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 260. Tightening torque: Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Refit the plastic wheel bolt covers.

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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:129) 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:129) 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 186

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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:129) 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 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.

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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.

Try your brakes on leaving a car wash. Wet brake discs reduce the performance of the brakes.

Fixed antennae, such as for a mobile phone, must be removed if the car goes through an automatic car wash.

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.

The underside of the car also needs wash- ing regularly, and this should be done extra thoroughly at the end of winter. Clean the underside of the car by hand if the car is usually washed in an automatic car wash without 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:129) If a pressure washer is used be heedful of

the following recommendations: (cid:129) 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:129) on the upper part of the car: tax pres-

sure of 100 bar and not closer than 32 in. (80 cm).

(cid:129) Do not use any drying chemicals or water-

proofing agents.

(cid:129) Avoid automatic car washes.

WARNING

(cid:129) Read and follow the instructions on the packaging of the recommended cleaning agents and waterproofing agents. We recommend that you contact an authorised Saab workshop regarding recommended cleaning agents and waterproofing agents.

(cid:129) Never treat the soft top with hot wax or

similar.

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When the soft top is only slightly soiled, follow the directions on the cleaning agent packaging. No brushing is necessary. Check the soft top for water penetration from time to time by spraying a small amount of water on it. If water does not form droplets but disappear into the material, it is recommended to wash normally and then waterproof. If the soft top is heavily soiled and normal recommended cleaning does not produce a noticeable improvement, carry out the follo- wing. The following cleaning method must be only used if the soft top is heavily soiled and must not be carried out more than twice a year. 1 Stop normal cleaning. 2 Rinse off the thick dirt thoroughly with

water.

3 Spray the newly rinsed soft top with the recommended cleaning agent and allow it to work in for 15-20 minutes.

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4 Move the washing brush backwards and

forwards, not diagonally, from side to side or in circles. Use a soft brush, like a clothes brush or a micro fibre cloth so that the cleaning agent foams. Never use a wire brush.

5 Then rinse the soft top with warm water and brush using a soft brush in the direc- tion of the vehicle until all foam has disappeared. Brush carefully to prevent damaging the material.

WARNING

Water hotter than 37 °C can burn the skin, cause skin irritation and/or cause injuries. Use suitable protection.

6 Dry the soft top using a clean chamois leather or a cloth that does not leave lint on the soft top.

7 Allow the soft top to dry fully. Touch with a hand after a while, if the material feels damp, allow it to dry for longer.

(cid:129) Never use petrochemical based

solvents for cleaning. Only use water with a recommended cleaning agent. Petrochemical based solvents can cause irreparable damage to the soft top.

(cid:129) Never use a pressure washer to clean

the soft top. Only use normal house- hold water pressure.

NOTICE

(cid:129) Only operate the soft top when it is

clean and dry.

(cid:129) Do not lower the soft top when it is

damp. This can cause folds and pres- sure marks. If the soft top is heavily soiled, the dirt may cause irreparable visible chafe marks.

(cid:129) Only use water, recommended clea- ning agents and a microfibre cloth if the soft top is already damaged, other- wise the damage can become worse.

(cid:129) At creases, seams and window edges

the cleaning motion should be away from the crease, seam or window edge in to the soft top.

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8 If spots are still visible, repeat the treat- ment on these spots as before. Press lightly with the brush to prevent damag- ing the material. Do not use the brush excessively. This can irreparably damage the material. Do not repeat the treatment more than twice.

9 When the soft top has fully dried, it must be waterproofed immediately. Only use the recommended waterproofing agent. Follow the instructions on the packa- ging.

10 To obtain even and optimum water- proofing, the car must be closed for 24 hours after treatment. Do not touch the material and do not place any objects on it.

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- 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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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.

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.

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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

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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.

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:129) Begin washing by rinsing the entire car with water to loosen and flush off heavy concentrations of dirt (include the underbody).

(cid:129) Sponge the car with a solution of either a

good quality car soap or mild general purpose (dish washing) detergent and water. (cid:129) Rinse car thoroughly with clean water. (cid:129) After washing, check and clear all

drains in doors and body panels.

(cid:129) 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.

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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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Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials Information on the scrapping and recycling of car materials is available on www.saab.com.

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 washing 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 possible. 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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Air conditioning (A/C)

WARNING

(cid:129) All repairs and adjustments to the A/C system must be carried out at a Saab dealer authorized for this kind of work. (cid:129) The A/C system is pressurized. Do not

break any connections or undo A/C system components.

(cid:129) Escaping gas can cause eye injury or

other personal injury.

NOTICE

(cid:129) The A/C system is designed for use

with R134a refrigerant.

(cid:129) Refrigerant handling requires special equipment and special procedures for charging and draining the system.

(cid:129) 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 condenser (in front of the radiator) has not become clogged with dirt and insects.

b Make sure that the compressor drive

belt does not slip (see page 216).

c Check the fuses for the ventilation fans

and compressor (see page 236).

Maintenance

NOTICE

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

(cid:129) The compressor drive belt should be inspected under the regular service program.

(cid:129) 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.

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Other than in extremely cold weather, do not screen the radiator, e.g. with netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. (cid:129) 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.

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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To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: (cid:129) 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:129) 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:129) The vehicle should be placed so it is per- pendicular to the wall or other flat surface. (cid:129) The vehicle should be unloaded and fuel

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

(cid:129) The vehicle should be fully assembled

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

(cid:129) The vehicle should not have any snow,

ice or mud attached to it.

(cid:129) Tires should be inflated to the prescribed

pressure.

(cid:129) Close all doors. (cid:129) Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspen-

sion.

Headlight aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly.

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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

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.

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.

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

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Customer Assistance and Information

Maintenance schedule __ 274 Owner assistance ______ 276 Reporting Safety Defects

(USA) _______________ 277

Reporting Safety Defects

to the Canadian government__________ 277

Vehicle Data Collection

and Event Data Recorders ___________ 278

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.

Time for service.

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 1 year.

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:129) Most trips are less than 5–10 miles (8–

16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:129) Most trips include extensive idling

(frequent stop-and-go traffic).

(cid:129) Most trips are through dusty areas (such

as construction zones).

(cid:129) 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.

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 call the toll- free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327- 4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153; go to http:// www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra- tor, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehi- cle safety from http:// www safercar.gov.

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:129) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee,

(cid:129) in response to an official request of police

or similar government office,

(cid:129) as part of Saab’s defense of litigation

through the discovery process, or

(cid:129) as required by law. In addition, once Saab collects or receives data, Saab may (cid:129) use the data for Saab research needs, (cid:129) make it available for research where

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

(cid:129) 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 __________ 280 Engine _______________ 283 Engine oil_____________ 284 Fuel__________________ 285 Engines ______________ 286 Electrical system_______ 286 Drive belt _____________ 287 Manual transmission ___ 287 288 Automatic transmission _ Suspension ___________ 288 Steering ______________ 288 Brake system__________ 289 Wheels and tires _______ 290 Plates and labels _______ 293

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General data Overall length, including bumpers: ______

Sport Sedan and Convertible _________ 182.5'' (4635 mm) SportCombi_______________________ 183.2'' (4654 mm) Overall width, including door mirrors _____ 80.2'' (2038 mm) Maximum height ____________________ 60.6'' (1539 mm) Wheelbase ________________________ 105.3'' (2675 mm) Track:

Front ____________________________ 59.8'' (1524 mm) Rear ____________________________ 59.3'' (1506 mm)

Ground clearance at GVW ____________ approx. 4.7''

(120 mm)

Number of seats (incl. driver):

Sport Sedan and SportCombi ________ 5
Convertible _______________________ 4

Turning circle:

Measured at vehicle extremities _______ 39.0 ft. (11.9 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___________________________ 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 _______________________

220 lbs. (100 kg)

175 lbs. (80 kg)

926 lbs. (420 kg) 776 lbs. (352 kg)

Maximum combined weight of driver and

passengers ______________________ Sport Sedan and SportCombi (5x150 lbs.) 750 lbs. (340 kg) Convertible (4x150 lbs.) _____________ 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 ______________________ 3210–3570 lbs. (1455–1620 kg) Convertible _______________________ 3510–3840 lbs. (1590–1740 kg) SportCombi_______________________ 3300–3690 lbs. (1495–1675 kg)

Gross vehicle weight (GVW):

Sport Sedan ______________________ 4140–4510 lbs. (1880–2045 kg) Convertible _______________________ 4350–4620 lbs. (1975–2095 kg) SportCombi_______________________ 4230–4630 lbs. (1920–2100 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) SportCombi, front __________________ 2480 lbs. (1125 kg) SportCombi, rear __________________ 2230 lbs. (1010 kg)

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:129) 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:129) 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 ___________________ Max. 3500 lbs.

(1588 kg)

Trailer without brakes ________________ Max. 1000 lbs.

(450 kg)

Recommended towball load ___________ 110–165 lbs.

(50–75 kg) See also page 190.

Maximum theoretical towing speed, trailer

with brakes _______________________ 60 mph (100 km/h)

Maximum theoretical towing speed, trailer without brakes ____________________ When towing a trailer, increase the pressure

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

National restrictions apply

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 188).

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Engine Type:

4-cyl engine ______________________ Four cylinders,

double overhead camshafts, 16 valves, two balancer shafts

V6 engine ________________________ Six cylinders,

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

Cylinder bore:

4-cyl engine ______________________ 3.386'' (86 mm) V6 engine ________________________ 3.504'' (89 mm)

Stroke:

4-cyl engine ______________________ 3.386'' (86 mm) V6 engine ________________________ 2.945'' (74.8 mm)

Swept volume:

4-cyl engine ______________________ 122 cu.in. (1.998 l) V6 engine ________________________ 170 cu.in. (2.792 l)

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Idling speed _______________________ 720 rpm.

When the engine load increases, e.g. the steering wheel is turned, the idling speed is raised to 900 rpm.

Antifreeze _________________________ Saab-approved

antifreeze

Coolant capacity:

4-cyl engine ______________________ 7.5 qts. (7.1 l) V6 engine ________________________ 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.

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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. 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)

4-cyl engine ______________________ 6.3 qts. (6.0 l) V6 engine ________________________ 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: _______________________

Gasoline engines – 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 159.

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Engines 2.0T Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5300 rpm ____________ 210 hp (155 kW) Maximum torque, EEC at 2500-4000 rpm 221 ft.lb. (300 Nm) Compression ratio__________________ 9.5:1

Electrical system Voltage ___________________________ 12 V Battery capacity ____________________ 60 Ah Starter motor:

4-cyl engine ______________________ 1.8 kW V6 engine ________________________ 1.4 kW

2.8 V6 (250) Ecopower

Alternator rating:

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 250 hp (184 kW) Maximum torque, EEC at 1800-4500 rpm 257 ft.lb. (350 Nm) Compression ratio__________________ 10.0:1

4-cyl engine with manual gearbox _____ 120 A/14 V 4-cyl engine with automatic gearbox ___ 140 A/14 V V6 engine ________________________ 155 A/14 V

Firing order ________________________

4-cyl engine ______________________ 1-3-4-2
V6 engine ________________________ 1-2-3-4-5-6

Spark plugs: 4-cyl engine

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

V6 engine

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______________________

4-cyl engine ______________________ 40.472'' (1028 mm) V6 engine ________________________ 83.463'' (2120 mm)

Drive belt, 4-cyl engine

Drive belt, V6 engine

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Manual transmission Type _____________________________ Fully synchronized with final drive gear and differential

Oil type (for topping up)_______________ Saab MTF 0063
Oil capacity:

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

level plug

6-speed, 2.8 V6 ___________________ 3.15 qts. (3.0 l)

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

gear (5th gear) ____________________ 27–30 (43–48)

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

gear (6th gear) ____________________ 29–35 (46–56)

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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__________________________ 18–31 (29–49) 6-speed__________________________ 33–41 (53–66)

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 ______________ Oil and gas-filled

twin-tube

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 171).

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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Technical data

Wheels and tires

All season tires

6.5 x 16" _________________________ 215/55 R16 97 H

RF/XL

7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94V

Summer tires

7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94 W Before changing to wheels/tires of another size, we recom- mend that you contact an authorised Saab workshop regarding acceptable options. Winter (snow) tires:

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

M+S

7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94 Q

M+S

Spare wheel 3
Compact spare:

Wheel ___________________________ Tire _____________________________ Pressure _________________________ Maximum life _____________________

Maximum speed ___________________

4 x 16" 125/85 R16 99 M 420 kPa (60 psi) 2200 miles (3500 km) 50 mph (80 km/h)

Spare wheel 3
Full size spare

Wheel ___________________________ Tire _____________________________ Pressure _________________________ Maximum life _____________________

Maximum speed ___________________

6.5 x 16" 215/55 R16
250 kPa (36 psi) 2200 miles (3500 km) 50 mph (80 km/h)

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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 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 245. 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.

Recommended tire/engine combinations

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2.0 Turbo V6 engine

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

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

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