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(cid:127) If there is irritation of the eyes, flush them liberally with clean water for at least 20 minutes.

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What should I do if the AIR-BAG warning light comes on? If the warning light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system. The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously. You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible.

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Security Doors................................... 34 Central locking ................... 34 Car alarm ............................ 41

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Door handle

Doors Door handles Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is stuck (e.g. if frozen), hold the handle from above to secure a better grip.

Central locking

WARNING

Leaving children or pets unattended in a locked car is dangerous. It is also danger- ous to leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. Key / Remote control The key unit consists of a mechanical key with integrated remote control. The mechanical key is used for manual locking and unlocking. The remote control is used for remote lock- ing and unlocking. The key fits all the car’s locks The key supplied with the car has a code number on a black plastic tag that needs to be quoted for ordering additional keys. You should therefore make a careful note of the number. The key contains a unique electronic code for your car. When the key is inserted in the ignition, the code is checked. If it matches, the car can be started.

Key / Remote control 1 To lock 2 To unlock 3 Opening the trunk (9-5 Sedan)

Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 Wagon)

Two keys are supplied with the car. It is pos- sible to have up to four at one time that are coded for your car. If one is lost, contact your authorized Saab dealer to obtain a replacement. NOTE: For this reason, we strongly advise you to take two keys with you on long jour- neys and to keep them separate. If all keys are lost, it will be necessary to replace costly electronic components as well as the keys and remotes. This loss and replacement cost is not covered by the new car warranty. If an additional key is to be added, all of the original keys must be brought to the dealer so that the control module can ”learn” to rec- ognize the new components.

Locking/unlocking the car When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected. Remote locking (1)

once on the control: all doors

Press locked. The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn chirps once to confirm. The tailgate cannot be opened now from inside using the switch on the driver´s door.

Remote unlocking (2)

once on the control: the driver´s

Press door is unlocked. Press a second time to unlock the rest of the doors. The hazard warning lights will flash twice and the horn chirps twice to confirm.

NOTE

The key contains delicate electronics. (cid:127) Do not expose it to water. (cid:127) Avoid rough handling. (cid:127) Do not place the key where it may be subjected to high temperatures, e.g. on the instrument panel.

(cid:127) The key may malfunction if it becomes very cold. Warm it in your hands for a couple of minutes.

Never open the key except to change the battery. For changing the battery, see page 37.

To check the number of keys that are pro- grammed for the car; see page 45. Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) Each time the key is removed from the igni- tion, the electronic starting interlock is acti- vated and the car is thus immobilized, see also page 42. Reprogramming lock system functions Certain lock system functions can be repro- grammed by your authorized Saab work- shop; see page 261.

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Locking/unlocking by remote control. 1 To lock 2 To unlock

WARNING

The remote control also works from inside the car. Therefore, hold the key in such a way that the buttons are not unintention- ally pressed when the key is turned, or inserted or removed from the ignition switch. Otherwise, the doors may be unintention- ally locked or the tailgate unlocked. On Sedan models, the trunk may even be opened.

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Locking/unlocking by key 1 To lock 2 To unlock

Switch for operation of central locking

Locking by key (1) When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected. Turn the key clockwise: all doors locked. The trunk lid/tailgate cannot be opened now from inside using the switch on the driver’s door.

Unlocking by key (2) Turn the key counterclockwise once: the driver´s door will unlock. Turn the key counterclockwise twice: all doors, but not trunk lid/tailgate, unlocked.

The central locking can also be operated from inside the car by means of the

switch on the center console. (cid:127) To lock all doors: press the symbol side of

the switch once.

(cid:127) To unlock the driver´s door: press the

switch once.

(cid:127) To unlock all doors: press the switch

twice.

This switch is inoperative when the car is locked from the outside. The interior locking buttons on each door affect only the respective door.

If the car is left with the doors open, the inte- rior lighting and the courtesy lights in the doors will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes, to prevent a flat battery. In such cases the electrically operated seats will not function.

WARNING

Having the doors locked when you are driving will reduce the likelihood of: (cid:127) Passengers, especially children,

opening doors and falling out of the car.

(cid:127) Intruders entering the car when it is

moving slowly or stopped.

(cid:127) Being thrown out of the car in a crash.

Battery type: Panasonic CR 1632, 3V lith- ium. The battery type is stamped on the inside of the battery cover. Avoid putting fin- gerprints on the flat sides of the battery. Dispose of the old battery properly when you buy a new one. These batteries contain substances that are environmentally hazardous.

WARNING

Keep the battery and small parts of the key out of the reach of children.

Change of battery, remote control Open the battery cover using a thin round tool (1.5 mm or less) pressed inwards and down- wards

Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the SID will issue the following message: ”REPLACE KEY BATTERY”. Press the CLEAR button on the SID to acknowledge this message. You must then replace the battery without delay to avoid malfunctions. The life of the battery is normally 4 years. After changing the battery you must press the unlocking button of the key four times (or until the door locks cycle) while the car is within the range of the key in order for the control module to recognize the remote.

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Child safety lock on rear doors

Child safety locks The rear doors are equipped with child safety locks that are operated by means of a catch adjacent to the door lock. Insert a key and turn the catch 45° clockwise or counterclockwise as indicated by the label on the door. When the child safety catch is in the locked position, the door cannot be opened from the inside. For the tailgate safety lock, see page 40.

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Unlocking The trunk lid is unlocked using:

(cid:127) The (cid:127) The trunk lid switch on the inside of the

button on the key

driver’s door (if the car is unlocked and at a standstill) or

Trunk lid switch

Trunk lid lock, 9-5 Sedan The trunk lid lock is independent of the cen- tral-locking system. The trunk lid release switch on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked from the outside or moving at a speed greater than 2.7 mph (4 km/h).

(cid:127) Manually, using the key in the trunk lid

lock.

Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc- tion indicators flashing three times. The trunk lid switch on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked. If the alarm is activated (the car is locked), the alarm will sound if the trunk lid is unlocked with a key. However, if the trunk lid is opened using remote unlocking, the alarm will not be triggered. Locking The trunk lid release is locked automatically when closed.

Opening the trunk with the key, 9-5 Sedan

Tailgate, 9-5 Wagon The tailgate is not unlocked when the other car doors are unlocked. The tailgate button on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked or moving at a speed greater than 4 km/h. Unlocking The tailgate is unlocked using:

Locking The tailgate is locked using:

(cid:127) The

button on the key

(cid:127) The (cid:127) The key in the driver’s door.

button on the centre console

(cid:127) The (cid:127) The tailgate switch on the inside of the

button on the key

driver’s door (if the car is unlocked and at a standstill) or

(cid:127) Manually, using the key in the trunk lock. Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc- tion indicators flashing three times. If the alarm is activated (the car is locked), the alarm will sound if the tailgate is unlocked with a key. However, if the tail- gate is opened using remote unlocking, the alarm will not be triggered.

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Unlocking the tailgate with a key, 9-5 Wagon

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Safety lock

Safety lock The tailgate has a safety lock which is acti- vated with a button to the right of the tailgate lock. When the button is moved to the left, the tail- gate can only be opened from the outside, assuming that the locking button (LOCK) by the inside opening handle has not been pushed in.

Locking button by the tailgate inside open- ing handle. The tailgate is locked when closed if the button LOCK is pushed in before the tail- gate is closed.

WARNING

If small children are carried in the rear seat, the safety locks on the tailgate and rear doors should be activated to prevent unintentional opening from the inside.

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WARNING

Leaving children or pets unattended in a locked car is dangerous. It is also danger- ous to leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed.

The car alarm (anti-theft system) is acti- vated/deactivated when the car is locked/unlocked by the remote control or by the key, see page 35. The antenna for the alarm system is located in the center console. All the doors plus trunk lid/tailgate and hood are monitored by microswitches, and win- dow-glass sensors will trigger the alarm if any glass is broken.

Remote control 1 Activate/lock 2 Deactivate/unlock 3 Unlock trunk/tailgate

Your Saab 9-5 is equipped with an Elec- tronic starting interlock (immobilizer), see page 42 for details. The car alarm is armed 10 seconds after the car has been locked by the remote control. During this ten-second delay period, the doors, trunk lid/tailgate and hood may still be opened without the alarm being trig- gered. The LED indicator on the instrument panel fascia will be on continuously during this period, at the end of which it will start to flash (once every other second).

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If a door or the trunk lid/tailgate or hood has been left open when the car is locked, the LED on the fascia will flash (three times per second) for ten seconds to indicate this. Check to ensure that all the doors, plus trunk lid/tailgate and hood, are closed prop- erly. If the fault persists (LED flashing when renewed attempt made to activate the car alarm by remote control), lock the car using the key instead. The car alarm will not have been activated and you should get in touch with an authorized Saab dealer. To avert inconvenience caused by the alarm being triggered inadvertently, make sure that anyone else using the car is famil- iar with how both the car alarm and the lock- ing system work. If the alarm is tripped (the direction indica- tors are flashing and the siren is on) it can be turned off by unlocking the car using the

button.

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Activating the car alarm The car alarm cannot be activated if the driver’s door is open or if the ignition switch is in ON position. 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 other second after the 10-seconds period has elapsed.

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 inserted in the igni- tion and the immobilizer 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 key (providing that the receiver gets the right signal from the key). Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to have the system checked. The LED double-flashes when the car is immobilized.

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 noise from passers by when the windows have been left open, or when children or petsare left inside the car, the sensor can be temporarily disabled. 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.

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 45. 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 key is pressed by mistake when the car is still within its range.

(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.

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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 key for 2 seconds. Or, if you are sitting inside the car, push the LOCK-switch on the center console 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 key, push the LOCK-switch in the center console, turn the key in the driver´s door 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.

Battery for key

Car-battery voltage

The battery for the key will normally have a life of 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 key at least four times (when the car is in its range) in succession, so that the car alarm can recognize the signals from the trans- mitter. 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 261).

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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.

Window-glass sensor

Key

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 42. TThe range of the key is normally 5-10 yds. (5-10 metres), although it can be substantially more than this in ideal conditions. If the key is not working, it may be because the code signal has not been synchronized with that in the control module for the car alarm. To rectify this, press the unlock button on the key at least four times in quick succession. When it is recog- nized, the door locks will cycle. If a key is lost, the new one will have to be pro- grammed (all keys must be present) to match the car’s unique security code. Get in touch with an authorized Saab dealer.

LED signal

Overview of LED signals and SID messages Status Activation (during 10-second delay). Comes on for 10 seconds. Flashes once every other 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. Fault in a switch serving doors, hood or trunk lid.

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

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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 key. Start the engine. Have the car checked by an autho- rized Saab dealer.

37. 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 keys and transmitters (transponders) coded to the car.

REPLACE KEY BATTERY Fit a new battery in the key, see page

Flashes twice at three sec- onds intervals. Flashing (instead of being on continuously) during delay period.

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

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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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PULL BAL

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DOLBY B NR

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SEARCH

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RADIO BAND

ECON OFF

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ECON OFF

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Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Indicator and warning lights ................................. 48 Instruments ........................ 54 Trip computer SID.............. 57 Switches ............................. 63 Automatic climate control (ACC)................................. 70

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50 60 70 80

100

120

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60

40

30
20
10

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200

140

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

6 Fuel gauge 7 Engine temperature gauge 8 Trip meter reset button 9 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 54).

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 193).

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 discharging. 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 202). 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 198 / 198). 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 50).

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Parking brake warning light

This light will show when the parking brake is on (see page 185). 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, see page 185.

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake before

removing the ignition key.

(cid:127) Do not apply the parking brake while

the car is moving.

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Anti-lock brake warning

This light will come on if a fault has occurred in the ABS system.

On certain variants

and

as well

can light up to indicate a fault in the

as electronic brake force distribution system (distribution of the brake pressure between the front and rear wheels). Conventional braking without the ABS func- tion will still be available. For safety reasons, stop the car and check the level of the brake fluid (see page 198).

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.

Airbag warning light

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. One or more of the following conditions may occur: - Non-deployment of the airbags in the event of a crash. - Deployment of the airbags without a crash. - Deployment of the airbags in crashes less severe than intended.

(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 61).

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) Electronic brake force distribution (distri- bution of brake pressure between front and rear wheels).

(cid:127) Engine overheating. (cid:127) Alternator not charging properly.

Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)

WARNING

An illuminated ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” indicator light indi- cates a serious engine-related problem. While your car may be able to be driven with the ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to have your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further 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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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 151).

NOTE

The car should be checked immediately at an authorized Saab dealer to prevent more serious faults from arising.

Indicator, fuel

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 be drawn in with the fuel, which, in turn, can cause the catalytic converter to be damaged by overheating.

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Indicator, cruise control This light shows when the cruise-control system is active (see page 166).

Indicator, open door

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

Indicator, high beam

This light shows when the headlights are on high beam (see page 63).

Indicator, rear fog light

This light shows when the rear fog light is on (see page 64). 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 brake lights.

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 165. 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 165). 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.

Automatic transmission, fault indicator

Traction-control-system: OFF

TCS modulation in progress

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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 in most cases to drive the car (see page 161). 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, select posi- tion 2 to prevent unnecessary wear on the transmission. The transmission then starts in 3rd gear. When the car is moving you can select position D or 3. When the indicator light is on, the car must not be driven with a trailer attached.

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 169). 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 169.

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 169).

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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 from 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 traveled in miles on U.S. vehicles and on Canadian vehicles the distance indicated is in kilome- tres, 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, pressing the

button will reset the trip meter.

(cid:127) When the ignition is OFF, pressing the

button will bring up the display for 20 seconds to allow the odometer and trip-meter readings 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, 18.5 US gal. (70 liters). 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 51). Use the Saab Information display (SID) to check the approximate distance that can be traveled on the remaining fuel (see page 57).

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 219. 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 pressure in the cool- ing-system can cause hot coolant and steam to be released.

Pressure gauge The turbo gauge indicates the air volume for combustion, which is equivalent to the engine load. At low loads, the needle will move within the white zone. At higher loads and during heavy acceleration, the needle will enter the yellow area. At very high loads (certain var- iants only) the needle may enter the first part of the red zone without indicating that there is a fault.

Under certain barometric conditions the needle may enter the first part of the red zone without necessarily indicating that a fault has arisen. If the needle repeatedly enters the red zone and the engine at the same time loses power, because the monitoring system is holding the charging pressure down, you should contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the speed exceeds 143 mph (230 km/h), the increase in speed will be limited by the lowering of the boost pressure. The pres- sure gauge then moves towards the middle of the orange zone, indicating reduced engine output and thus reduces the speed of the car as well.

Trip computer SID (Saab Information Display (SID)

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

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CLEAR SET

NIGHT PANEL

WARNING

SCC Selecting the function

It is strongly recommended that the SID settings be changed only when the car is stationary. The driver’s attention can otherwise 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.

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).

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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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.

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.

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.

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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 mile. 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.

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. The trip computer will include any stops in the calculation of the estimated time of arrival. 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).

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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.

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.

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.

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).

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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 ”Out- door temperature (Frost warning)”, see page 58.

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 illuminate 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 WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW FILL COOLANT FLUID REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY NOT ACCEPTED SERVICE THEFT ALARM TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING TIGHTEN FUEL FILLER CAP TIME FOR SERVICE 1)

See page 205
208
209
208
204
196
37
45
45
162
154
242

1 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). This message can also be deleted by first briefly pressing the CLEAR button, then depressing it a second time for at least eight seconds until ”SERVICE” appears on the dis- play and a chime sounds. The message can only be deleted when it is shown on the SID.

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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.

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.

CLEAR

Clock Set the clock by means of the two buttons under the digital clock on the left of the dis- play. When the ignition key is in the OFF position or removed, the clock can be illuminated (approx. 10 seconds) by pressing one of the SID buttons (not the NIGHT PANEL but- ton).

4 Press

or

language. 5 Touch SET.

to select the required

(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 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 217). 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. Do not use parking lights when driv- ing. Note: The lighting switch must be in parking light or headlight position (low beam posi- tion only) to operate the fog lights (see page 66).

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Light switches

1 High beam signal 2 High/low beam switching

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.

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.

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.

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Courtesy Headlight 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, (cid:127) Switch off the ignition and remove the key (cid:127) Open the driver’s door (cid:127) Pull the high/low beam control stalk

towards the steering wheel like you are flashing the high beam, see page 63. The low beam headlights will now come on immediately after the driver’s door has been closed (within 30 seconds) and will remain on for about 30 seconds.

The length of time for this function can be adjusted by your authorized Saab dealer.

Rear fog light

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 brake lights. Make sure you are familiar with the appli- cable provincial/state law regarding the use of rear fog lights.

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

Instrument illumination

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 61). In daylight or other equally bright light, the instrument and switch illumination is auto- matically extinguished.

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.

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Front fog lights The front fog lights can be activated in both dimmed headlight 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:

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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 ignition 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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Wipers and washers There are three intermittent wiper positions. 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