2008 Saab 9 3 Owners Manual

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of a typical passenger car tire size. 215 / 55 R 16 93 H a Tire Width b Aspect Ratio c Belt Rating d Rim diameter e Load range f Speed rating Tire Width: The three-digit number indi- cates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. 93_US_M08.book Page 253 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Aspect ratio: A two-digit number that indi- cates the tire height-to-width measure- ments. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is “55”, as shown in item “C” of the illus- tration, it would mean that the tire´s sidewall is 55% as high as it is wide. Belt Rating: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter “R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means diagonal or bias ply con- struction; and the letter “B” means belted-bias ply construction. Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches. Load range: The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry. Speed Rating: The maximum speed that a tire is certified to carry a load. Speed ratings range from “A” to “Z”. Tire markings An example of the meaning of the different markings in a tire size is given below for a tire size of 225/45 R17 94H: 225 Tire section width, mm Aspect ratio, i.e. the section height as a percentage of the section width 45 R Radial ply Wheel rim diameter 17 in at bead seats 17 94 Tire load index H Speed rating Tire load indices Tire approved for max. 1355 lbs. (615 kg) 91 93 Max. 1433 lbs. (650 kg) 94 Max. 1477 lbs. (670 kg) 95 Max. 1521 lbs. (690 kg) 97 Max. 1609 lbs. (730 kg) Car care 253 Speed ratings Tire approved for speeds up to 100 mph (160 km/h) S Max. 112 mph (180 km/h) T Max. 118 mph (190 km/h) H Max. 130 mph (210 km/h) V Max. 149 mph (240 km/h) W Max. 168 mph (270 km/h) Y Max. 186 mph (300 km/h) 93_US_M08.book Page 254 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 254 Car care Loading Your Vehicle TIN-code a Manufacturer´s Identification Mark b Tire Size c Tire Type Code d Date of Manufacture This label can only be found on vehicles sold in the U.S. Vehicles sold in Canada have the tire information label in the glove box, see page 297. This is an example of what your vehicle´s Tire-Loading Information/Certification label might look like. It is located on the B-pillar and shows how much weight your vehicle may properly carry. The label tells you the proper size, and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight, and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfac- tory-installed options. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the com- bined weight of optional accessories, for example, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire´s height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other rein- forcing materials. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the centreline of the tread. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa), before a tire has built up heat from driving. See “Inflation - Tire Pressure” on page 244. Curb weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, without passengers and cargo. 93_US_M08.book Page 255 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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 page 287. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle, see page 287. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, see page 287. 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 “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 254. 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. Car care 255 Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehi- cle manufacturer´s recommended tire infla- tion pressure shown on the tire placard, see “Inflation - Tire Pressure” on page 244 and “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 254. 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- treline 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 246. 93_US_M08.book Page 256 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 256 Car care 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 248. Vehicle Capacity Weight: Is the number of designated seating positions multipled by 150 pounds (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 254. 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 “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 254. 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.). 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 257 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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. Make sure that wheels with sensors for tire pressure monitoring are fitted during replacement if the car has automatic tire pressure monitoring. 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. Automatic tire pressure monitoring system NOTE Car care 257 WARNING The system is an aid to the driver. The driver always has the responsibility that the tires have the correct air pressure. For optimum safety, economy and com- fort tire pressures should be checked reg- ularly even if the automatic tire pressure monitoring has not alarmed. The system consists of a sensor in each wheel and a receiver. The sensors are located inside the tire in direct connection with the air pressure valves. Make sure that wheels with sensors for tire pressure monitoring are fitted during replacement if the car has automatic tire pressure monitoring. Tire replacement must take place with great care to avoid damaging the sensors that are built together with the valves. (cid:127) Remove the rear side first. (cid:127) Start to remove the tire opposite the valve. (cid:127) During removal the tire machine must not come closer than ±10° from the valve. (cid:127) During fitting, start 20° after the valve and finish 20° before the valve. (cid:127) Do not inflate the tire with pressure higher than 102 psi (700 kPa). Tire pressure information is transmitted wirelessly to the receiver. The system checks the tire pressures when speed exceeds 19 mph (30 km/h). The system is self-programming which means that the wheels can be shifted around without any need for adjustment. The spare wheel has no sensor. The system will trigger a warning/alarm because of that. The sensor batteries last for 10 years or around 160 000 km. The battery cannot be replaced. The whole sensor must be replaced. three month period. The outside tempera- ture could also affect tire pressure. If the system has triggered a low pressure warning or alarm then the tire pressure must be adjusted to the recommended pressure in order to put out the warning or alarm. For further information on tire air pres- sure, see page 244. Allow 10 minutes for the system to recog- nize the wheel/sensors positions after fitting a new set of tires. During this period no low pressure warning or alarm can be triggered. 93_US_M08.book Page 258 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 258 Car care Valve with sensor Valve without sensor The system does not warn if the tire pres- sure is too high. If the tire pressure decreases If the tire pressure decreases to 6 psi (41 kPa) below the recommended pressure then a warning is shown on the SID as to which tires are affected. Tire pressure low, front right. Check tires. Adjust the pressure as soon as possible. If the tire pressure continues to decrease then an alarm is shown on the SID when the pressure has decreased to 23 psi (159 kPa) which is the lowest permitted pressure for the tire. An alarm is also received when leakage is greater than 3 psi/min. (20 kPa/min.). Low tire pressure rear left. Make a safe stop. Reduce speed (avoid heavy braking and significant steering wheel movement) and stop the car as soon as possible at a suita- ble location. Replace the defective wheel. The fault message can remain for up to 10 minutes after restarting the car. Then it disappears if the tire pressure is correct. Check/adjust the pressure in the other tires when a fault message is shown. Note that the tire pressure can decrease without a puncture. The pressure could decrease around 3 psi (20 kPa) during a 93_US_M08.book Page 259 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Malfunctions Tire pressure system failure. Contact service. The above message is shown on the SID if: (cid:127) a wheel without pressure sensor has been fitted (e.g. spare wheel) (cid:127) one or more pressure sensors are broken or missing (cid:127) a fault has arisen in the receiver (cid:127) a system error has arisen. Car care 259 Removing a tire Remove the tire with a tire machine. It is important to follow the instructions for the tire machine as well. (cid:127) Do not fit the tire tool in an area ±10° from the valve. (cid:127) Start removing opposite the valve. (cid:127) Remove the rear side first. Fitting a tire Fit the tire with a tire machine. It is important to follow the instructions for the tire machine as well. (cid:127) Start to fit about 20° after the valve. (cid:127) Finish fitting before an area 20° from the valve. (cid:127) Do not inflate the tire to a pressure higher than 102 psi (700 kPa). 93_US_M08.book Page 260 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care 260 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 230). 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 92. Driving with a compact wheel fitted WARNING (cid:127) Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The tire can overheat affecting the car’s roadholding. (cid:127) Tire pressure: refer to page 294. (cid:127) 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:127) The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing a tire. (cid:127) Do not drive further than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the tire is only just over 2,000 miles (approx. 3,500 km). (cid:127) Refit the standard tire as soon as possi- ble. (cid:127) Fitting a spare tire/wheel without pressure sensor will trigger a malfunction message, see page 259. Important considerations when driving with a compact spare tire: (cid:127) The car’s ground clearance is reduced. 93_US_M08.book Page 261 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care 261 Tools under a panel in the trunk (cid:127) The car must not be driven with more than one compact spare tire at a time. (cid:127) Avoid driving against the curb. (cid:127) Do not use snow chains. (cid:127) Do not fit the wheel cover - this would conceal the warning text. NOTE 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 141). 93_US_M08.book Page 262 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 262 Car care SportCombi SportCombi with subwoofer 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 263 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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 sup- port the car during repair work or servicing. (cid:127) Never crawl under a car that is sup- ported 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. (cid:127) The jack should be stored correctly under the carpeting in the trunk. If it lies loose in the car, it could thrown for- ward 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. Car care 263 Jacking points for floor jack 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. NOTE Apply the jack only to the jacking points indicated on the body. 93_US_M08.book Page 264 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 264 Car care Marking of jacking points Jacking points Removing the plastic wheel bolt covers 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 sim- ilar. Wind up the jack until it just begins to lift the car. 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 265 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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 266. Fit the wheel and screw in the bolts in the sequence shown on page 266 (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 266. Tightening torque Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Lubricate the heads of the wheel studs with a small amount of Vaseline or simi- lar and refit the plastic covers on the wheel studs. The Vaseline makes it easier to remove them later on. NOTE (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. Car care 265 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. 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 3333, see page 188 93_US_M08.book Page 266 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 266 Car care 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 center 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. 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 267 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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. Discolor 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. Vacuum the leather regularly with a soft brush attachment to remove loose dirt and dust. 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. Semi-Anilin is a leather that is colored throughout which only has a thin protective finish and is accordingly more sensitive than a surface colored leather and therefore need more care to keep the protection and ageing properties. 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 cleaning solutions. Car care 267 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 268 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 268 Car care NOTE 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. SportCombi: To avoid the wiper arm to break tape it down to the window when using a drive-through carwash. 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:127) 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. WARNING (cid:127) Read and follow the instructions on the packaging of the recommended cleaning agents and waterproofing agents. We recommend that you con- tact an authorized Saab dealer regarding recommended cleaning agents and waterproofing agents. (cid:127) Never treat the soft top with hot wax or similar. 93_US_M08.book Page 269 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM (cid:127) Never use petrochemical based sol- vents for cleaning. Only use water with a recommended cleaning agent. Pet- rochemical based solvents can cause irreparable damage to the soft top. (cid:127) Never use a pressure washer to clean the soft top. Only use normal house- hold water pressure. NOTE (cid:127) Only operate the soft top when it is clean and dry. (cid:127) 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:127) Only use water, recommended clean- ing agents and a microfibre cloth if the soft top is already damaged, other- wise the damage can become worse. (cid:127) At creases, seams and window edges the cleaning motion should be away from the crease, seam or window edge in to the soft top. 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 fol- lowing. 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. Car care 269 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 270 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 270 Car care 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 packag- ing. 10 To obtain even and optimum waterproof- ing, the car must be closed for 24 hours after treatment. Do not touch the mate- rial 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 cor- rosion 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 271 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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. Car care 271 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. 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 93_US_M08.book Page 272 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 272 Car care 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: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. 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. Car care 273 Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials Information on the scrapping and recycling of car materials is available on www.saab.com. 93_US_M08.book Page 273 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 274 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care 274 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. NOTE (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 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 219). c Check the fuses for the ventilation fans and compressor (see page 239). Maintenance NOTE 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 275 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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. 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. NOTE 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. Car care 275 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 perpendicular 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 93_US_M08.book Page 276 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 276 Car care 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 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. 2 Locate the marker on the lens. 3 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim marker No.1 (see illustration) 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 93_US_M08.book Page 277 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM NOTE Do not cover a headlight directly on the lens to improve beam cut-off when aim- ing. Covering a headlight may cause excessive heat build-up that may cause damage to the headlight. 6 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the horizontal 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. Car care 277 Horizontal line on wall or other flat surface Correctly adjusted low beam 93_US_M08.book Page 278 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 278 Car care (This page has been left blank.) 93_US_M08.book Page 279 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 279 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information Maintenance schedule __ 280 Owner assistance ______ 282 Reporting Safety Defects (USA) _______________ 283 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government__________ 283 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ___________ 284 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). Customer Assistance and Information 93_US_M08.book Page 280 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 280 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 281 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Customer Assistance and Information 281 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). (cid:127) 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. Customer Assistance and Information 93_US_M08.book Page 282 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 282 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 Automobile 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 Center 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 283 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Customer Assistance and Information 283 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: Administrator, 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 Center at 1-800-263-1999. Or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7. 93_US_M08.book Page 284 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 284 Customer Assistance and Information 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, (cid:127) 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. 93_US_M08.book Page 285 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). Technical data 285 Technical data General data __________ 286 Engine _______________ 289 Engine oil_____________ 290 Fuel__________________ 291 Engines ______________ 291 Electrical system_______ 291 Drive belt _____________ 292 Manual transmission ___ 292 Automatic transmission _ 292 Suspension ___________ 293 Steering ______________ 293 Brake system__________ 293 Wheels and tires _______ 294 Plates and labels _______ 297 93_US_M08.book Page 286 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 286 Technical data General data Overall length, including bumpers: SportSedan and Convertible _________ 182.9'' (4647 mm) SportCombi_______________________ 183.8'' (4670 mm) 80.2'' (2038 mm) Overall width, including door mirrors _____ Maximum height ____________________ 60.7'' (1543 mm) Wheelbase ________________________ 105.3'' (2675 mm) Track: Front ____________________________ 59.8'' (1524 mm) Re ar____________________________ 59.3'' (1506 mm) Ground clearance at GVW ____________ approx. 4.7'' (120 mm) Number of seats (incl. driver): SportSedan 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, SportSedan: 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): SportSedan ______________________ 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) 93_US_M08.book Page 287 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Curb weight (i.e. with full fuel tank, full washer fluid res- ervoir, standard tools and spare wheel): SportSedan_______________________ 3210–3600 lbs. (1455–1635 kg) Convertible _______________________ 3520–3880 lbs. (1595–1760 kg) SportCombi_______________________ 3310–3730 lbs. (1500–1690 kg) Gross vehicle weight (GVW): SportSedan_______________________ 4140–4540 lbs. (1880–2060 kg) Convertible _______________________ 4420–4660 lbs. (2005–2115 kg) SportCombi_______________________ 4240–4660 lbs. (1925–2115 kg) Maximum axle load: SportSedan, front __________________ 2440 lbs. (1150 kg) SportSedan, rear __________________ 2230 lbs. (1010 kg) Convertible, front __________________ 2560 lbs. (1160 kg) Convertible, rear ___________________ 2310 lbs. (1050 kg) SportCombi, front __________________ 2540 lbs. (1150 kg) SportCombi, rear __________________ 2430 lbs. (1100 kg) Technical data 287 Weight distribution: Curb weight + driver (150 lbs. (68 kg)), front/rear, SportSedan and SportCombi_ GVW, front/rear, SportSedan and Sport- Combi ___________________________ Maximum roof load, SportSedan and Sport- Combi ___________________________ Maximum load in trunk, SportSedan, Con- vertible and SportCombi_____________ The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed: SportSedan and SportCombi _________ Convertible _______________________ approx. 60/40 % approx. 50/50 % 220 lbs. (100 kg) 175 lbs. (80 kg) 926 lbs. (420 kg) 776 lbs. (352 kg) Maximum combined weight of driver and passengers ______________________ SportSedan and SportCombi (5x150 lbs.) 750 lbs. (340 kg) Convertible (4x150 lbs.) _____________ 600 lbs. (272 kg) 93_US_M08.book Page 288 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 288 Technical data 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 ___________________ 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 192. 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 190). 93_US_M08.book Page 289 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 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) Technical data 289 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) 93_US_M08.book Page 290 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 290 Technical data 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 minimize the tendencies for oil sludge build, by that protecting the engine from harmful, wear increasing, deposits. Approved oils For all gasoline engines - synthetic engine oil - approved against the GM-LL-A-025 specification. To benefit from Saab´s specified service intervals, pleasure ensure to select a synthetic engine oil approved against GM-LL-A-025. For optimum performance Saab recommends the use of Saab Long Life Turbo Oil SAE 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30 or 5W-40. 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 and GM Genuine 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 syn- thetic oils approved against your engines specific requirements, i.e. GM-LL-A-025. 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.

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