2000 Saab 9 5 Owners Manual

driver’s door is open or if the ignition switch is in position ON. If, on the other hand, one of the other doors or the trunk or hood is open or opened and not closed again during the 10-seconds delay period, it will be excluded from the alarm function. If it is then closed, a new delay period of ten seconds will start, and the door (or trunk or hood will once again be secured by the alarm system. As usual, the LED will be on continuously during the new delay period and will start to flash once every third second after the 10-seconds period has elapsed.

Window-glass sensor The car-alarm system incorporates a sensor that monitors the window glass for the sound of breakage. The sensor is fitted inside the rear dome light. To avoid false alarms, such as the alarm being triggered by children or pets left inside the car, the sensor can be temporarily dis- abled. To disable the sensor To disable the sensor, first ensure that the ignition has been switched off and key removed from the switch. Then, press and hold the NIGHT PANEL button until ”DOOR ALARM ONLY” appears on the SID and a chime sounds. The car alarm must now be activated within three minutes, or the glass sensor will become active again. The glass sensor will be enabled again automatically when the car is next unlocked. The sensor can also be enabled again by repeating the procedure for disabling it. When the sensor has been enabled, ”FULL THEFT ALARM” will appear on the SID. If a fault is detected in the glass sensor, ”SERVICE THEFT ALARM” will appear on the SID.

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Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) When the key is inserted in the ignition, a signal is sent to the receiver. If the signal is verified, the engine can be started. Each time the key is removed from the igni- tion, the electronic immobilizer is activated. This means that the car cannot be started without the correct key is inserted in the igni- tion and the immobilizer is thus deactivated. If a fault is detected (e.g. in the transmitter) ”KEY NOT ACCEPTED” will appear on the SID. In this case, you can still start the car if you turn the ignition key to ON and press one of the buttons on the remote control (providing that the receiver gets the right signal from the remote control). Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to have the system checked. The LED double-flashes when the car is immobilized.

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Alarm signals When the car alarm is armed, it will be trig- gered if any door, or the trunk lid or hood, is opened or if a window is broken. The alarm will also be triggered if an attempt is made to bypass or short-circuit the igni- tion switch, or to disconnect the battery. If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm signals will be set off: (cid:127) Flashing of hazard warning lights for five

minutes.

(cid:127) Siren wailing for 30 seconds. The alarm signals will stop if the alarm is deactivated (car unlocked) during the alarm period. The alarm siren has a long-life battery (approx. 10 years), see "SERVICE THEFT ALARM", on page 42. When the battery goes dead, the siren must be replaced: it is not possible to change the batteries.

NOTE

(cid:127) It is possible to inadvertently deacti- vate the car alarm and at the same time unlock the car, if the button on the remote control is pressed by mistake when the control is still within range of the car.

(cid:127) When locking the car by remote con-

trol in extremely cold weather, it is advisable to check that the lock system has operated properly. To do so, check that the interior locking but- tons are all down. If not, unlock and relock the car again.

Panic-function In the car alarm system is a function called "Panic-function". To activate panic function: (cid:127) Push and hold one of the buttons on the

remote control for 2 seconds, or if you are sitting inside the car

(cid:127) Push the LOCK-switch on the center con-

sole for 2 seconds.

These actions will trigger the alarm (hazard warning lights and siren). To deactivate panic function: (cid:127) Push one of the buttons on the remote control, push the LOCK-switch in the center console, turn the key in one of the doors or turn the ignition to ON.

When the panic-function is activated the car will be locked/unlocked depending upon which button was pushed. When the ignition is ON the panic-function cannot be activated.

Overview of functions Locking/ activation

Unlocking/ deactivation

Hazard warning lights flash once and the horn chirps once. The LED will come on for 10 seconds. Hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn chirps twice. The LED will come on for two seconds. Hazard warning lights flash three times and the horn chirps three times. The LED will flash three times per second for 10 seconds.

Unlocking/ deactivation of trunk lid/tailgate alarm Alarm triggered Hazard warning lights flash for 5 min.

Siren wails for 30 seconds. To switch off the alarm, deactivate the system in the normal way (unlocking). The sensor detects if any window is broken and triggers the alarm. To disable the sensor, see page 39.

Window-glass sensor

Remote control The range of the remote control is normally

5-10 yds. (5-10 metres), although it can be sub- stantially more than this in ideal conditions. If a remote control or key is lost, the new one will have to be programmed from one of the remain- ing remote controls to match the car’s unique security code. Get in touch with an authorized Saab dealer.

Battery for remote control

Car-battery voltage

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The battery for the remote control will normally have a life of 3-4 years. When the battery needs changing, ”REPLACE KEY BATTERY” will appear on the SID. After fitting a new battery, press the unlock but- ton on the remote control at least 5 times in suc- cession while the car is within the range of the remote control, so that the car alarm can recog- nize the signals from the control. If the remote control has been exposed to very low temperatures, it may not function properly. If this happens, warm it in your hands for a few minutes. If the remote control is not working, it may be because the code signal has not been synchro- nized with that in the control module for the car alarm. To rectify this, press the unlock button on the remote control 4-5 times in quick succession. If the battery is disconnected while the alarm is active (car is locked), for example during an attempt to steal the car, the alarm will be trig- gered.

Alarm signals may differ between model variants for different coun- tries. Some of the car-alarm functions can be reprogrammed – con- sult your Saab dealer for further details (see page 237).

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LED signal

Overview of LED signals and SID messages Status Activation (during 10-second delay). Comes on for 10 seconds. Flashes once every third Alarm activated (after delay). second. Comes on for 2 seconds. Off. Flashes three times per sec- ond for 10 seconds. Flashes three times per sec- ond for 10 seconds. Comes on for 10 seconds.

Deactivation. Alarm not activated. Door, trunk lid/tailgate or hood open or opened during delay period. Unlocking the trunk lid/tailgate.

Closing of door, trunk lid/tailgate or hood after delay period. Car immobilized but not locked. Car alarm not activated.

Flashes twice at three sec- onds intervals.

Some signals may differ between model variants for different countries.

SID message SERVICE THEFT ALARM Probably a fault in one of the sensors

Reason/action

KEY NOT ACCEPTED

DOOR ALARM ONLY FULL THEFT ALARM (cid:127) REMOTE KEY (cid:127) TRANSPONDR

or the alarm siren. Have the car checked by an autho- rized Saab dealer. Fault in key transmitter or in igni- tion-switch receiver. Turn ignition switch to ON and press the unlock button on the remote con- trol. Start the engine. Have the car checked by an autho- rized Saab dealer.

trol, see page 35. Window-glass sensor disabled. Window-glass sensor in circuit. Turn the ignition key to position ON and then press the button for open- ing the trunk lid. SID displays the number of remote controls and transmitters (transponders) coded to the car.

REPLACE KEY BATTERY Fit a new battery in the remote con-

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired oper- ation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manu- facturer could void the user´s authority to operate the equipment.

Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Opera- tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference, including interference that may cause undesired opera- tion of the device.

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RADIO BAND

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Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Indicator and warning lights ................................. 46 Instruments ........................ 52 Trip computer SID.............. 54 Switches ............................. 61 Automatic climate control (ACC)................................. 67

CLEAR SET

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Main instrument panel 1 Tachometer 2 Indicator and warning lights 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lights 5 Fuel gauge

6 Engine temperature gauge 7 Trip meter reset button 8 Odometer and trip meter

Indicator and warning lights A number of indicator and warning lights will come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. Under normal conditions, these should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (see page 52).

Warning, oil pressure (engine oil)

This light will come on together with if the engine oil pressure is dangerously low. If the light flashes or comes on while you are driving, stop the car, switch off the engine and check the engine oil level (see page 171).

NOTE

Under no circumstances must the car be driven when the warning light is on. Low oil pressure can result in serious engine damage.

Warning, charging

Brake warning light

if

This light will come on together with the battery is not charging. If it comes on while you are driving, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 179). If the belt has broken, the engine may overheat (cooling system will not function properly), the battery will not be charged, the A/C compressor will not run and power assistance for the steering will be lost.

This light will come on together with if there is insufficient brake fluid in the reser- voir (see pages 175 / 176). If the ABS warning light is on at the same time, the ABS system may be inoperative because of a fault (see “Anti-lock brake warning”, page 48).

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Parking brake warning light

This light will show when the parking brake is on (see page 162). If the car is driven with the parking brake still

will also come on and a chime will

on, sound. The parking brake is mechanical and oper- ates on the rear wheels.

WARNING

WARNING

Never drive the car when these warning lights are on. Danger of brake failure! Have the brake system checked by an authorized Saab dealer.

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake when

parking.

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake before

removing the ignition key.

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Anti-lock brake warning

Airbag warning light

and

This light together with indi- cates that a fault has occurred in the ABS system. Conventional braking without the ABS function will still be available. For safety reasons, stop the car and check the level of the brake fluid (see page 175). If the level is normal, depress the brake pedal firmly two or three times. Now check the level again. If the level is still normal, you may drive the car, with considerable cau- tion, to the nearest authorized Saab dealer to have the brake system checked.

WARNING

(cid:127) If the ABS is inoperative, there is a

danger of the rear wheels locking up on hard braking.

(cid:127) If the level of brake fluid in the reser- voir is below the MIN mark, the car should be towed to an authorized Saab dealer.

This light together with a potentially serious fault has occurred in the airbag system.

will come on if

WARNING

(cid:127) If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly.

(cid:127) The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash.

(cid:127) To help avoid injury to yourself or

others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.

The light will come on for about three sec- onds when the ignition switch is turned to the Start or Drive position. It should go out after the engine has started.

CHECK message indicator This light indicates that there is a message in the SID. A chime will also sound (see page 58).

Central warning light

This light will come on and a chime will sound if a fault has been detected in any system that is critical to safety. Any of the following can activate the central warning light and alarm: (cid:127) Airbag system. (cid:127) Low oil pressure in engine. (cid:127) Parking brake is on (when car is moving). (cid:127) Brake fluid level low. (cid:127) Fault detected in ABS system. (cid:127) Engine overheating. (cid:127) Alternator not charging properly. The symbol and audible alarm are also acti- vated if the ignition key is turned to the ON position and the engine is not started within 10 seconds.

Engine malfunction

WARNING

An illuminated “Engine malfunction” indi- cator light indicates a serious engine-related problem. While your car may be able to be driven with the “Engine malfunction” indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to have your car serviced at a qualified facil- ity as soon as possible. Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious fur- ther damage to your car and create unsafe driving conditions. The operator should be prepared to take action if such unsafe conditions arise (e.g., apply the brakes, disengage transmission, turn off the ignition etc.).

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Indicator, fuel

Indicator, rear fog light

This light comes on when there is less than about 2.5 gallons (10 liters) of fuel left in the tank.

NOTE

If the car runs out of fuel, air can have been drawn in with the fuel, which, in turn, can cause the catalytic converter to be damaged by overheating.

This light shows when the rear fog light is on (see page 62). The rear fog light is switched off automat- ically when the engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it should not be mistaken for rear light.

Indicator, cruise control This light shows when the cruise-control system is active (see page 145).

Indicator, open door

If a door has not been closed properly, the pictogram will indicate the door concerned (or tailgate).

This light indicates a malfunction in the fuel-injection or ignition system. The car may still be driven with care and with some- what diminished performance (see page 132).

Indicator, high beam

This light shows when the headlights are on high beam (see page 61).

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Indicator, SPORT-mode

This light will come on in cars with automatic transmission when the S (SPORT) button on the selector lever has been pressed (position D, 3, 2 or 1) see page 144. In this mode, the gear changes occur later, at higher engine revs, giving the engine and transmission a sportier feel. To cancel the SPORT mode, press the S button on the selector lever again. The mode is also deselected automatically when the selector lever is moved to P or R.

Indicator, WINTER-mode This light shows when the WINTER mode has been selected in cars with automatic transmission (see page 144). In the WINTER mode, the car pulls away in 3rd gear, to help prevent wheelspin on an icy road. To cancel the WINTER mode, press the W button.

Fault indicator, automatic transmission

On a car with an automatic transmission, this warning symbol is illuminated if a fault has been detected in the transmission. Switch the ignition off and on again to check if the fault persists. Even if the fault persists, it is still possible to drive the car (see page 140). Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible.

NOTE

If the control module has actuated the Limp-home function for the automatic transmission, the car will remain in 4th gear when D is selected, making it very sluggish. To overcome this, move the selector lever to position 2. When the indicator light is on, the car must not be driven with a trailer attached.

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Traction-control-system: OFF

TCS modulation in progress

The indicator light goes on when the Trac- tion Control System is switched off with the TCS OFF button. IMPORTANT: the Traction Control System is automatically engaged every time the engine is started (see page 147). The indicator light also goes on when there is a fault in the Traction Control System. In this case the light cannot be turned off by means of the TCS button. If a fault is indi- cated, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. See also "Traction Control System", on page 147.

The TCS indicator light is located in the lower half of the tachometer and will be illu- minated when TCS regulation is occurring, i.e. when there is insufficient traction between the tires and the road surface to provide the grip required for the accelera- tion called for. The driver can also sense that the engine is not responding normally to the accelerator. Operation of the TCS indicates reduced traction between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver. In normal driving, the TCS will improve both ride comfort and safety, but must not be regarded as a system to enable the driver to drive at or maintain a higher rate of speed. The same precautions for safe cornering and driving on slippery roads must still be applied (see page 147).

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1 Cars with automatic transmission

Autochecking of lights, main instrument panel The above warning and indicator lights should come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. They should go out after about 3 seconds. The following lights light up until the engine is started, presuming that no fault exists:

Instruments Tachometer The tachometer indicates the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute. The needle may be allowed to enter the broken red zone on the dial only for an instant. A safety cut-out function (in the fuel system) prevents the engine speed exceeding approximately 6,200 rpm.

(cid:127) Central warning light

(cid:127) Oil pressure warning light

(cid:127) Warning, charging

Odometer and trip meter The odometer records the distance trav- elled in miles on U.S. vehicles and on Cana- dian vehicles the distance indicated is in kilometres, and the trip meter in miles and tenths (kilometres and tenths of kilometres on Canadian vehicles). Reset button The reset button has two functions, deter- mined by whether the ignition is ON or OFF. (cid:127) When the ignition is ON, the button will

reset the trip meter.

(cid:127) When the ignition is OFF, the button will bring up the display for 20 seconds to allow the odometer and trip-meter read- ings to be viewed.

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Speedometer (U.S. speedometer shown) The speedometer receives signals from the wheel sensors in the ABS system. If the NIGHT PANEL mode has been selected, the scale will be illuminated up to 87 mph (140 km/h). The remainder of the scale will be illuminated if the speed of the car exceeds 84 mph (135 km/h).

Fuel gauge Fuel-tank capacity, see page 228. The fuel gauge shows the amount of fuel left in the tank. When this is down to about 2.5 gal. (10 liters), a warning light on the main instrument panel will come on (see page 49). Use the Saab Information display (SID) to check the approximate distance that can be travelled on the remaining fuel (see page 55).

Temperature gauge The temperature gauge shows the temper- ature of the coolant. The needle should be in the middle of the scale when the engine is at normal operating temperature. If the needle approaches the red zone, which can occur in very hot weather or when the engine is under a heavy load, drive in the highest gear possible, keep the engine revs low and avoid shifting down.

If the needle enters the red zone, the warning light will come on and an alarm chime will sound.

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NOTE

If the needle, despite the above action, enters the red zone, stop the car immedi- ately, let the engine idle. If the needle stays in the red zone, stop the engine.

Check fuse 15 (radiator fan) in the fuse panel under the hood, see page 196. If the needle repeatedly enters the red zone, stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so and check the coolant level by looking at the level visible through the plastic tank - do not remove the cap. If the coolant level falls below the MIN mark, the SID will display the message ”FILL COOLANT FLUID”.

WARNING

Never open the cap of the expansion tank completely when the engine is hot, open with care. The over-pressure in the cool- ing-system can cause hot coolant and steam to be released.

Trip computer SID (Saab Information Display (SID)

The SID displays CHECK messages and has eight trip-computer functions (Saab Car Computer, SCC) The SID display is also used by the Audio System.

WARNING

It is strongly recommended that the SID settings be changed only when the car is stationary. The driver’s attention can oth- erwise easily be distracted from the road.

Selector lever indication (Automatic transmission)

The position of the selector lever is indi- cated on the main instrument panel.

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NIGHT PANEL

SCC Selecting the function

Use the following functions:

button to scroll through the

DIST

Distance to destination / Trip meter. Estimated time of arrival.

ARRIV ALARM Alarm function. SPD W Speed warning (chime).

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Entering values for the functions Values can be entered for the following functions: SPD ∅, DIST, ARRIV, ALARM and SPD W.

1 Select the desired function using

or

2 Press the SET button for at least one

second (figures start to flash and a chime sounds).

3 Use

or

to increase or decrease

the value (press CLEAR to reset).

4 Press SET to record the value.

Outdoor temperature (Frost warning) Regardless of which function has been selected, except Night Panel Mode, SID will automatically display the outdoor tempera- ture when it is between 26° and 38°F (-3° and +3°C). This also applies if the temperature has moved outside the range of 21° to 43°F (-6° to +6°C) but is again between 26° and 38°F (-3° and +3°C).

WARNING

Remember that roads can be icy even at temperatures of above 38°F (+3°C), especially on bridges and stretches of road that are sheltered from the sun.

Use the following functions:

button to scroll through the

TEMP D.T.E.

Outdoor temperature and Date. Estimated range (distance to empty fuel tank).

FUEL ∅ Average fuel consumption

since function last reset.

SPD ∅ Average speed since function

last reset.

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Setting the date

1 Use 2 Press the SET button for at least one

to select TEMP.

second (year starts to flash and a chime sounds).

or

3 Set the year using 4 Touch SET. 5 Set the month in the same way. 6 Touch SET. 7 Set the day in the same way. 8 Press SET to save the date setting.

Turning the Alarm and Speed warning on or off 1 Select the Alarm or Speed-warning

function.

Calculation of arrival time and average speed The settings must be made before the jour- ney is started.

2 Press SET to turn on the function.

Press CLEAR to turn off the function.

When either function is on, ALARM/SPD W respectively will be visible on the display. An asterisk * will be visible on the far right of the display when either function is selected. The Alarm and Speed-warning settings will not be cancelled when the engine is switched off. When the Alarm has been set to come on at a specified time, it will only be activated once – it will not come on at the same time every day. Press SET to turn it on again. The Alarm will continue to beep for one minute if not switched off.

Calculation of arrival time:

button.

1 Select DIST using the 2 Set the destination distance. 3 Press SET. When ARRIV is selected during the journey, the arrival time based on the average speed over the past 20 minutes will be displayed. Press DIST and the distance remaining to the destination will be displayed in the same way. After the distance to destination has decreased to zero, the DIST will function as a trip meter (see ”Using DIST as a trip meter”). The starting value for the trip meter will be the last distance set in the DIST function. Example: The DIST setting was 100 miles. Once 100 miles (160 km) has been cov- ered, the DIST will start to function as a trip meter, the initial reading of which will be 100 miles (160 km).

Using DIST as a trip meter If no value has been set for the DIST func- tion, DIST will now function as a trip meter (indicated by an arrow on the far right of the display). Press CLEAR to reset the trip meter. Under 1000 miles the distance will be shown in increments of 0.1 miles, there-after, the reading will change in incre- ments of 1.0 miles. Metric units: for just under a kilometer, the distance will be shown in increments of 10 meters, there-after, the reading will change in increments of 100 meters. When DIST is functioning as a trip meter, the ARRIV function will display the current time.

To calculate the arrival time if a specified average speed is maintained

1 Select DIST using the 2 Set the distance to be covered.

button.

3 Press 4 Set the average speed you intend to

to select SPD Ø.

drive at.

5 Press SET to display the estimated

arrival time.

At the beginning of a journey, the SPD Ø and ARRIV functions will display current values. If values are set during the journey, the new values will be displayed after a delay of about 10 seconds.

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Calculating the requisite average speed:

1 Press 2 Set the distance to be covered.

to select DIST.

to select ARRIV. 3 Press 4 Set the desired arrival time. 5 Press SET to display the average speed

you need to maintain to arrive at the desired time.

At the beginning of a journey, the SPD Ø and ARRIV functions will display current values. If values are set during the journey, the new values will be displayed after a delay of about 10 seconds.

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Resetting values To reset the values, press CLEAR for at least four seconds. The following functions will be reset simultaneously: (cid:127) Estimated range on remaining fuel

(function based on a fuel consumption of 28 mpg).

(cid:127) Average fuel consumption. (cid:127) Average speed. (cid:127) Arrival time (function based on current

speed).

Programmed values for DIST, ALARM and SPD W will not be reset (see the respective function).

CHECK messages When the engine is started, CHECKING will appear on the display for about four sec- onds, while the SID checks are being per- formed. When a CHECK message is generated while the car is being driven, a chime will sound, INFO DISPL will come on on the main instrument panel, and the message will appear on the SID. The number of mes- sages that can be displayed by the SID varies with the specification of the car. If more than one CHECK message has been generated, the + symbol will appear to the left of the text on the display. The mes- sages appear in order of priority. If a new fault occurs while another message is being displayed, the message relating to the new one will appear for 10 seconds, after which the display will return to the ear- lier one. Press CLEAR once to acknowledge a mes- sage, whereupon it will be cleared from the display. It will not be displayed again before the ignition has been switched off and then on again.

The following messages may be displayed:

Message

FRONT LIGHT FAILURE REAR LIGHT FAILURE FOG LIGHT FAILURE BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE TEST BRAKE LIGHTS 1) WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW FILL COOLANT FLUID REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY NOT ACCEPTED SERVICE THEFT ALARM TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT- ING TIGHTEN FUEL FILLER CAP TIME FOR SERVICE 2)

See page 182
185
186
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185

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42
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141

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1 This message cannot be removed by pressing

CLEAR. Depress the brake pedal.

2 This message will be displayed approxi-

mately 600 miles (1,000 km) before the next scheduled service is due, or when 365 days have elapsed since the last service. The message should be cleared at the time of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). If you have carried out the service yourself, you can clear the message by pressing CLEAR once. Reset by pressing CLEAR for at least eight seconds, until ”SERVICE” appears on the display and a chime sounds.

Night panel To improve night-driving conditions inside the car, the Night Panel mode can be selected. In this mode, the amount of infor- mation displayed is reduced, and only the most important instruments and displays will be illuminated. When the Night Panel button is pressed, only the speedometer will be illuminated (up to the 87-mph or 140-km/h graduation), all the other instruments illumination being extinguished and their needles moved to zero. Both the SID and the ACC displays will be extinguished and the backlighting for switches and other controls will be dimmed. Note: All indicator and warning lights, together with the display of CHECK mes- sages, will operate as normal, except "Frost warning", see page 55.

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The following conditions will wake up the respective displays in the Night-Panel mode: (cid:127) Setting of the Audio system, SID or ACC

(display comes on for ten seconds).

(cid:127) CHECK message generated in the SID. (cid:127) High engine revs cause the rev counter to be illuminated until the engine speed has fallen again. If the quantity of fuel remaining falls below 4 gallons (15 liters), the fuel gauge will be illuminated. If the engine temperature rises above nor- mal, the temperature gauge will be illumi- nated. If the speed of the car exceeds 84 mph (135 km/h), the entire speedometer will be illuminated. In cars with automatic transmission, if the selector lever is moved from D to position 3, 2 or 1, the selector indication on the main instrument panel will be illuminated.

To restore the displays and lighting to the normal mode, press the Night-Panel button.

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Units and language versions The SID has four sets of units: METRIC IMP. 1 km miles mph km/h UK gal liters °C °F 24-hour 12-hour 12-hour 12-hour

IMP. 2 US miles miles mph mph UK gal US gal °C

°F

CHECK messages can be displayed in six language options: English, Swedish, German, French, Italian and Spanish.

Selecting units and language 1 Press CLEAR and SET simultaneously for four seconds until a chime sounds.

2 Press units.

or

to select the required

3 Touch SET.

4 Press

or

language. 5 Touch SET.

to select the required

CLEAR

Clock Set the clock by means of the two buttons under the digital clock on the left of the dis- play.

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Light switches

1 High beam signal 2 High/low beam switching

High/low beam To switch between high and low beam, lift the control stalk fully towards you (position 2). When the high beam is on, the indicator on the main instrument panel will be illuminated. High beam flasher The headlights come on to high beam when the stalk is lifted to the first spring-loaded position (position 1) and remain on until the stalk is released.

Courtesy Headlamp Feature A delay function allows the headlights to remain on low beam for about 30 seconds after the driver’s door has been closed. To activate this function, switch off the igni- tion and remove the key. Then, open the driver’s door and lift the high/low beam con- trol stalk fully to its second position. The low beam headlights will come on after the driver’s door has been closed and will remain on for about 30 seconds. The length of time for this function can be adjusted by your authorized Saab dealer.

Switches

Daytime running lights

The parking lights and daytime running lights come on automatically when the igni- tion switch is ON. Note to owners in the U.S.: If you do not want Daytime Running Lights, this feature can be disconnected: switch off the engine and remove fuse No. 35 (see page 194). Note to owners in Canada: Daytime Run- ning Lights must not be disconnected as they are a Canadian Federal legal require- ment.

Parking lights

The parking lights can be switched on regardless of the position of the ignition switch. Note: The lighting switch must be in parking or headlight position (low beam position only) to operate the fog lights (see page 63).

Headlights

The headlights come on automatically when the ignition is ON and go off when the igni- tion switch is turned to the LOCK position. The parking lights, however, can be on when the ignition switch is in the LOCK posi- tion.

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Rear fog light Press the button to switch on the rear fog light, which will only come on if the head- lights are on. The rear fog light will go off automatically when the engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it should not be mistaken for rear light. Make sure you are familiar with the appli- cable provincial/state law regarding the use of rear fog lights.

WARNING

In poor visibility, avoid following the tail lights of the vehicle in front. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you may be unable to avoid a collision and therefore risk injury to yourself and others.

Instrument illumination The brightness of the instrument illumina- tion can be varied by means of the dimmer switch adjacent to the headlight switch. (See also Night panel on page 59). In daylight or other equally bright light, the instrument and switch illumination is auto- matically extinguished.

Turn signal and lane change indicators 1 Right indicators 2 Left indicators

Turn signal and lane change indica- tors To switch on the turn signals/lane change indicators, move the stalk up or down. The stalk has fixed positions for indicating a right or left turn, and the indicators are can- celled automatically (stalk returns to off position). The stalk also has an intermediate, spring-loaded position that is useful for sig- nalling when changing lanes or passing. The respective indicator lights on the instru- ment panel flash at the same frequency as the direction indicators.

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WARNING

Switch on the hazard flashers if the car has to be left at the roadside on account of an accident, engine trouble or a punc- ture. If you carry a warning triangle or flares, they should be set up along side of the road 300 ft. (100 m) behind your vehi- cle. If the car is not clearly visible (e.g. over the brow of a hill or bridge), place the triangle/flare even further back.

Front fog lights The front fog lights can be activated in both dimmed headlamp and parking light posi- tions. Fog lights should only be used in poor visibility conditions. Make sure you are familiar with the appli- cable provincial/state law regarding the use of fog lights. Reversing lights The reversing lights come on automatically when reverse gear is engaged or selected with the ignition switched on.

Hazard warning lights

Hazard warning lights When this button is pressed, all the turn signal indicators and a symbol in the button flash simultaneously. If the ignition is on, both indicator lights on the instrument panel will also flash. If the hazard warning lights are left on for some time, the flasher frequency will be reduced to save the battery. Hazard warning lights should only be used if the car constitutes a hazard to other road users.

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1 Interior lighting on continuously 2 Lighting comes on when a door is opened 3 Lighting always off

Interior lighting The interior lighting consists of one dome light in the front and one in the back, a map-reading light in the front, two reading lights in the back, floor courtesy lights in the front (in some model variants) and door courtesy lights on all doors. The courtesy lights come on automatically when the respective door is opened. Each reading light has its own switch adjacent to the lamp. The switch for the dome lights is on the front overhead panel. When the switch is in the mid-position (door-activated), the interior lighting will come on:

1 Reading lights 2 Dome light

Luggage-compartment lighting The luggage-compartment lighting comes on automatically when the trunk is opened and goes out when the trunk is closed. The lighting will also be switched off auto- matically after 20 minutes if the trunk has been left open.

(cid:127) When the car is unlocked from the out-

side.

(cid:127) When any door is opened. (cid:127) When the ignition key is withdrawn from

the switch.

When the switch on the overhead panel is in the mid-position, the lighting is switched off automatically 30 seconds after the last door has been closed or when the ignition is switched ON. There is also a light in the sun visors. The light comes on when the cover over the vanity mirror is opened. When the ignition is OFF, if a door has been left open for 20 minutes, the interior lighting will be switched off automatically to save the battery.

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Control for setting wiper delay 1 Long delay 2 Short delay

04

0 OFF 1 Windshield wipers: intermittent operation.

The delay can be adjusted to between 2 and 15 seconds

2 Windshield wipers: low speed 3 Windshield wipers: high speed 4 Washers

Wipers and washers The delay of the intermittent operation can be adjusted to between 2 and 15 seconds. Moving the control stalk to the spring-loaded position between 0 and 2 will produce a single sweep of the wipers. The wipers are designed for optimal clean- ing at all driving speeds. At higher speeds, it may be possible to detect a slight "sweep- ing" sound. This may be due to the increased air pressure on the blades at higher speeds. Washers When the washers are operated, the wipers will make 3, 4 or 5 sweeps, depending on how long the washers were kept on. If the speed of the car is less than 12 mph (20 km/h), the wipers will make an addi- tional sweep after 9 seconds. Headlamp wipers The headlamp wipers will operate at the same time as the windshield washers are activated.

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Rear-window wiper (9-5 Wagon) The rear-window wiper and washer are operated with the same stalk switch as used for washing and wiping the windshield and headlights. This stalk has two additional switches, ON/OFF The ON position provides intermittent wip- ing.

and

position provides washing and

The wiping. After a few sweeps the wiper stops or reverts to intermittent wiping, if this has been chosen. About 15 seconds after com- pletion of the washing/wiping of the rear window, the wiper makes a single sweep to wipe away any remaining washer fluid. A spring-loaded position between the OFF and ON positions allows for a single sweep of the rear-window wiper. Intermittent wiping of the rear window occurs when reverse gear is engaged if the windshield wipers are in position 1, 2 or 3, see page 65.

Rear-window wiper 1 Intermittent wiping 2 Washers

Automatic climate control (ACC) The ACC system automatically works to maintain the desired temperature inside the car. The system will achieve the desired temper- ature in the quickest possible way. Note that selecting a higher or lower temperature than that desired will not speed up the process. For the ACC system to be most effective, all windows (and sunroof, if fitted) should be closed. Fresh air for the cabin is drawn in through an inlet grille adjacent to the bottom edge of the windshield. The air flows through a filter upstream of the ACC system before deliv- ery to the cabin. Cabin air is evacuated via openings in the rear parcel shelf and then through outlets on either side of the car behind the rear bumper.

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ECON OFF

ºF ºC

ECON OFF

6 Recirculation: ON/OFF 7 A/C compressor: ON/OFF 8 ACC system: ON/OFF 9 Temperature setting: RH side

To reduce the likelihood of misting on the insides of the windows, the glass should be cleaned with a quality window cleaner. How often this will need to be done depends on how clean the air is – if there are smokers in the car, cleaning will need to be done more frequently.

AUTO

ºF ºC

AUTO

ACC panel 1 Temperature setting: LH side 2 AUTO: All settings selected automatically 3 Manual setting of fan speed 4 Manual setting of air distribution 5 Rear-window heating: ON/OFF

The incoming air is treated in three stages: first it passes through a filter; it is then dehu- midified and cooled and, finally, if required, heated. The ACC system also includes a charcoal filter which further improves the quality of the cabin air. This filter is a special benefit to allergy sufferers, as it reduces concentra- tions of noxious substances, such as ben- zene and toluene.

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The system has five sensors: (cid:127) Outdoor temperature sensor. Interior temperature sensor.

(cid:127) Sun sensor (mounted on top of the

fascia).

(cid:127) Two blended-air temperature sensors (mounted inside the front floor vents).

Caution If anything is placed over the sun sensor, the ACC system will not function properly.

1 Interior-temperature sensor 2 Sun sensor

Panel vent

Panel vents The panel vents swivel universally, so that air can be directed as desired. In winter, for instance, the outer vents can be directed onto the door windows for enhanced demisting. The flow of air through the panel vents can be controlled individually for each vent by means of the adjacent control. If less air is required, begin by closing the panel vent half way.

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Settings when HI selected: (cid:127) Maximum heat. (cid:127) Air distribution to windshield and floor. (cid:127) Recirculation OFF (even if manually

selected before). (cid:127) Fan: high speed. (cid:127) Settings shown on ACC display. Settings when LO selected: (cid:127) Maximum cooling (A/C compressor will

run even if ECON manually selected before).

(cid:127) Air distribution through panel vents. (cid:127) Fan: maximum speed. (cid:127) Recirculation ON. (cid:127) Settings shown on ACC display.

Air vent at rear side window

Temperature control The cabin is divided into two temperature zones: (cid:127) The driver’s zone. (cid:127) The passenger zone (front and rear

seats).

The desired temperature can be set between 58 and 82°F (15 and 27°C). In addition, there are also HI and LO settings (see below). The HI and LO settings for the passenger zone can only be selected if they are also selected for the driver’s zone. The displayed temperature is not the abso- lute temperature but corresponds to the comfort level normally experienced at that temperature after allowance has been made for the air flow, relative humidity, solar radiation, etc., currently prevailing inside the car. (cid:127) The most usual temperature setting is 64-75°F (18-24°C), depending on per- sonal preference and what clothing is worn. It is recommended that changes in the temperature setting be made in steps of 2°F (1°C).

(cid:127) Once the desired climate has been

achieved, the rear center vents can be closed to prevent warm air being distrib- uted at face height.

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Functions Pressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings. If a manual function is selected it will be locked in but other functions will be controlled automatically. The selected temperature is always maintained automatically.

Temperature, air distribution, fan speed and recirculation will all be controlled automatically. In falling temperatures the A/C compressor is switched off at 32°F (0°C). In rising temperatures the A/C compressor is switched on at 41°F (+5°C). If at the start the outside air temperature is 32 - 41°F (0 – +5°C), the A/C compressor is switched off. (cid:127) Pressing AUTO once will cancel all previous

manual selections.

(cid:127) Pressing AUTO a second time will result in all the automatically selected settings being displayed.

When the engine is started, the A/C system is in AUTO mode, apart from any currently set program, see page 73 and 74).

A/C compressor OFF. No cooling of inlet air. Temperature, air distribution and fan speed still under automatic control.

ACC system OFF. Fan OFF. A/C compressor OFF. Warm air OFF. Air-distribution selections locked in current settings. Recirculation can be selected manually. Pressing the AUTO button will put the system into automatic mode. Pressing the OFF button again will result in the sys- tem reverting to any previous manual settings.

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To increase the fan speed in steps. If, after being off, the ignition is switched on but the engine is not started, the fan will run at low speed until the engine is running.

To decrease the fan speed in steps. If the fan is set to 0, the A/C compressor will cut out and ECON will appear on the display. If, after being off, the ignition is switched on but the engine is not started, the fan will run at low speed until the engine is running.

The rear-window and door-mirror heating is controlled manually. Switch off the heating as soon as the rear window is clear, to avoid imposing a heavy load on the bat- tery longer than necessary. Note, however, that the heating will go off automatically after 5-10minutes (depending on the outdoor temperature) or sooner if the voltage in the electrical system falls below 10V. The ACC system can be programmed to switch on the heating automatically when the outdoor temper- ature is below 41°F (+5°C) and the temperature inside the car is below 50°F (+10°C) (see ”Program- ming I and II”, on pages 73 and 74).

Recirculation is selected automatically for effective cooling, but it can also be switched on/off manually. Although recirculation does not substantially affect the air quality, it is useful to prevent unpleasant smells or fumes being drawn into the car from outside.

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Air distribution

Press once: Defrosting of all windows will take place (air flow to rear side windows shut off) with: (cid:127) The fan running at high speed. (cid:127) Air being distributed to the defroster vents. (cid:127) Normal temperature control will operate. (cid:127) Recirculation will be OFF. (cid:127) Heating of the rear window and door mirrors will

be switched ON.

The defroster function will continue to operate until a new selection is made, although the heating for the rear window and door mirrors will be switched off automatically after 5-10 minutes, depending on the temperature outside. Press twice: Air will be directed onto the windshield with no increase in the fan speed. The heating for the rear window will not be switched on. To revert to the previous selection, press the AUTO button.

Defroster & floor vents

Floor vents and rear side windows

Floor & panel vents

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Programming I Manual selections can be programmed into the ACC system so that these will take effect when the car is started. Note that the ignition must be switched off for at least ten minutes after programming for the selections to be saved in the system’s memory. 1 Make sure the ignition is ON. 2 Select the desired settings.

3 Press

and

, simultaneously

(the display will flash to confirm that the settings have been recorded).

Example: If you want air distribution through the panel vents when you start the car, press

and then save the setting by pressing

and

Cancelling the programmed settings (I) To cancel the programmed settings, press

simultaneously (the display will flash to confirm that the settings have been cancelled).

and

Panel (and center rear vent)

Starting in cold weather To start with, the system will automatically select the defroster set- ting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine warms up, air will also be distributed through the floor vents and the fan speed will be increased. As the temperature inside the car nears the selected value, both the fan speed and the heat will be decreased to a level determined by the system.

Starting in hot weather The system will automatically distribute air through the panel vents at high fan speed and will switch on the A/C compressor (unless the ECON switch has been pressed). If the outdoor temperature is above 86°F (30°C), the system might select recirculation after approximately 45 seconds if this is required in order to reach the desired temperature. As the temperature inside the car nears the selected value, the fan speed will be decreased to a value determined by the system.

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Programming II It is also possible to customize the ACC system, e.g. to adapt to driving and weather conditions.

Function Operation in AUTO mode

after Programming II The A/C compressor will not cut in unless the outdoor temperature is above 55°F (+13°C). –This function saves fuel by delaying the cutting-in of the A/C compressor. However, in wet weather it is advisable to have the A/C compressor running when outdoor tem- peratures are below 57° (+14°C), as the A/C system reduces the likelihood of the windows’ misting up. Recirculation will be switched on if the speed of the car is less than 6 mph (10 km/h) and will be switched off when the speed has risen above 20 mph (30 km/h), but not if the ECON mode has been programmed according to "Programming II". –This function is useful to prevent fumes being drawn into the car in traffic jams.

Standard operation in AUTO mode A/C compressor cuts in when outdoor tem- perature is above 41°F (+5°C)

Recirculation is switched on about 45 seconds after start- ing if the outdoor tem- perature is above 86°F (+30°C) and the selected temperature for the cabin is well below the actual tem- perature in both tem- perature zones.

Rear-window heating can only be switched on manually.

The heating will come on about five seconds after the engine has started if the out- door temperature is below 41°F (+5°C). –This function helps to pre- vent ice or mist forming on the rear window in cold, damp weather. Fuel con- sumption may increase slightly.

To program a function or to cancel a programmed function, press and hold in the relevant button until the corresponding symbol has flashed four times on the display and a chime has sounded. Make sure the ignition is ON.

Function

Text displayed on SID during programming

ACC: LO TEMP A/C CTRL

Text displayed on SID when cancelling program ACC: NORMAL A/C CTRL

ACC: RECIRC ACC: SPEED CTRL

ACC: RECIRC ACC: NORMAL CTRL

ACC: AUTO RDEFR CTRL

ACC: MANUAL RDEFR CTRL