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to help prevent kids from getting into the trunk from inside the car.

For Trunk Release Handle info see page 42 and 141.

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The same attention must be given to child safety in the car as is given to adults. Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints. Children travel most safely when properly restrained, but restraints must be suitable for the size of the child. Always follow the child seat/booster cushion manufacturer´s instructions when installing these devices in your vehicle. Make sure you are acquainted with the legal requirements for seating children in the car. Make sure that it is possible to fit a child restraint in accordance with the manufac- turer’s child seat instructions. When fitting child seats in cars you must always read the instructions supplied by the manufacturer.

LATCH LATCH (Lower Anchorages & Top tethers for CHildren) consists of top tether and lower anchorage (“ISOFIX”) for child restraints in two outboard the rear seats. ISOFIX are lower attachments located where the seat and back cushions come together. Top tether are upper attachments located between belt beam and parcel shelf, see page 23 and 24. Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints for children 3 and under.

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Open the LATCH-lid.

LATCH installation To facilitate the proper fitting of new spe- cially-designed child restraints rigid lower anchorages (ISOFIX) have been installed to the vehicle that shall be used with the top tether anchorages in the two outboard rear seating positions. There is an additional top tether anchorage for the center rear seating position that is to be used together with the safety belt. LATCH is a U.S./Canadian government standard for an uniform method of fitting child restraints without using the standard safety belts. Only certain child restraints are equipped to utilize these rigid lower anchor- ages behind where the seat cushion and seat back come together. LATCH child seats also utilize a top tether strap that is found on some newer child seats that still require installation with the standard safety belts. There are two bars attached to the car body for each specially designed LATCH child restraint. A small label is located on the seat back just above the outer attachment bars to facilitate installing the child restraint. The label contains a circle and a rearward facing child restraint.

1 Open the LATCH (ISOFIX)- lid (1) on one of the designated outboard rear seating position by pulling the strap located on the lid and rotate (2) the lid upwards. See illustration.

2 Place the child restraint on the seat

cushion.

3 Press the child restraint rearward into

the opening between the lid and the cushion, lining up the restraint attach- ment arms with the labels.

4 Follow the child restraint instructions to

confirm that both restraint arms are properly attached to the bars.

5 Attach the top tether strap to the in-car anchorage and tighten according to the restraint instructions, see page 23 and 24.

6 Pull the child restraint to make a second check that restraint is securely attached at both the lower anchorage bars and the top tether strap.

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Rigid 2-point lower attachment with top tether

Semi-rigid 2-point lower attachment with top tether

For the top tether, only use the strap sup- plied with the child restraint. Always follow the installation instructions supplied with the child restraint. The availability of LATCH child restraints may be limited. When fitting child seats in cars you must always read the instructions supplied by the car seat manufacturer.

Child tether anchorages for forward facing child car seats

WARNING

Child tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult safety belts.

Child restraints with a tether strap must be anchored according to Canadian and USA laws. If you have any questions regarding child tether anchorages please contact your Saab dealer.

9-5 Sedan: 1 Open the cover that is right behind the

child restraint. Make sure it locks.

2 Place the child restraint in the rear seat. 3 Secure the lower part of the child

restraint by means of the lower anchor- ages (ISOFIX) or the safety belts as described in the child restraint mounting instruction.

4 Route the tether under the headrest. 5 Attach the tether to the anchorage. 6 Tighten the tether so that the back of the

child restraint is pressed hard against the backrest.

7 Pull the child restraints to make a

second check that the restraints are securely attached at both the lower anchorages bars and the top tether strap.

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Child tether anchorages in parcel shelf, Saab 9-5 Sedan

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9-5 Wagon: 1 Fold the backrest of the rear seat for-

ward, see page 132.

2 Fold the anchor that is right behind the

child restraint to its upright position.

3 Place the child restraint in the rear seat. 4 Raise the head restraint to its upper

position and then route the tether under the head restraint.

5 Attach the tether to the anchor. 6 Raise the backrest of the rear seat.

Make sure it locks properly.

7 Secure the lower part of the child

restraint by means of the safety belt or lower anchorages (ISOFIX) as described in the child restraint mounting instruction on the previous page.

8 Tighten the tether so that the back of the

child restraint is pressed hard against the backrest.

9 Pull the child restraints to make a

second check that the restraints are securely attached at both the lower anchorages bars and the top tether strap.

WARNING

Make sure the child-restraint anchorages are folded all the way up or down other- wise it can obstruct locking the rear seat backrest.

It is not possible to route the tether through the cargo net (accessory), if one is fitted. Instead we recommend a cargo guard (accessory).

Child tether anchorages, Saab 9-5 Wagon

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Lockable belt tongue In fitting a child seat that is intended to be secured in position by the lap portion of the safety belt, make use of the locking function of the buckle. Locking the lap portion of the belt lessens the risk that the seat will work loose while the car is in motion. The button for the locking function is located on the back of the buckle. 1 Position the child seat in the back of the

car.

2 To activate the locking function, move the locking button on the tongue of the belt to the position marked ”CHILD SEAT” (item 1 in the figure) in order to activate the locking function. 3 Secure the base of the child seat with

the lap portion of the safety belt in accor- dance with the installation instructions accompanying the child seat.

4 Grasp the shoulder part of the safety belt and pull it upwards to tighten the lap por- tion against the child seat.

5 Check for correct locking function by

pulling on the lap portion of the belt. The belt must not unreel.

Locking the lap belt 1 Locked 2 Unlocked

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Installation of child restraint using the standard safety belt Child restraint that are approved for rear- ward facing installation in the rear seat can be positioned in any of the three rear places. If you intend to install another make of child restraint make sure that it is possible to fit it in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

WARNING

Failure to follow all the manufacturer’s instructions on the use of this child restraint system can cause your child to strike the vehicle´s interior during a sudden stop or crash.

Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints up to 3 years.

WARNING

A special accessory is available for lock- ing the center armrest so that a child seat can be installed in the middle seat. See your Saab dealer for details. When a rear-facing child seat is fitted in the center position of the rear seat in the Saab 9-5 Sedan the center armrest must be secured in place with this strap. If this is not done, the center armrest could swing down in the event of a frontal crash and cause injury to the child.

Fitting the locking strap on the center arm- rest, Saab 9-5 Sedan (not needed on Wagon). The locking strap is standard equipment in certain markets.

Integrated booster seat (accessory)

The integrated booster seat in the back is intended for children weighing 33-80 lbs. (15-36 kg) and between 38 and 54 inches (97 and 137 cm) tall. When seated in the integrated booster seat, the child must wear the standard three-point safety belt. Whatever the age or weight of the child, it is vital that the safety belt be worn correctly. The seat should always be kept clean and intact to ensure that it continues to function as intended. Folding down 1 Pull the opening strap on the side of the

booster seat outwards to release the catch securing the seat.

2 Fold down the booster seat cushion by grasping the upper edge and pulling out- wards.

Fastening the safety belt

WARNING

Never wear a safety belt with the diagonal strap positioned behind your back or slipped off the shoulder and under your arm.

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(cid:127) Seat the child well back in the seat, snug

against the backrest.

(cid:127) Pull out the safety belt smoothly and

insert the tongue in the lock. Check that it is securely fastened.

(cid:127) Ensure that the lap strap is positioned low

across the hips and that the diagonal strap is well in on the shoulder, although not touching the neck or in a position that creates discomfort.

(cid:127) For optimum protection, the safety belt

should be snug against the body. Pull the diagonal strap towards the shoulder to take up any slack.

(cid:127) After fastening the belt, grasp the strap at the shoulder, pull it out and, without letting go, allow the slack to be taken up by the reel. Make sure that the strap is well in on the shoulder.

(cid:127) Check that the belt runs freely between

the reel and the lock.

To fold the seat away Fold back the seat and ensure that it is locked in position.

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WARNING

(cid:127) Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoul- der belt system when restraining the child in the booster seat.

(cid:127) The seat must not be modified or

changed in any way.

(cid:127) Never leave a child unattended. (cid:127) The car’s regular head restraint must always be turned 180° back to its orig- inal position after the integrated booster seat is folded away.

(cid:127) Check to ensure that the belt is not

twisted or rubbing against any sharp edges.

Label in integrated booster seat

When the system is triggered by impact of a frontal crash, the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board are inflated, after which they deflate through vents in the back of the bags. The front airbags are inflated in two stages. The first stage process is a less severe, softer inflation of the airbag. This stage is used in lower force crashes, or if the seat is positioned close to the steering wheel or dashboard. The second stage process is a more forceful and quicker inflation of the air- bag. This stage is used in more severe crashes and/or when the seat adjustment is back a significant distance from the steering wheel or dashboard. The entire process takes less than 0.1 second – literally, faster than the blink- ing of an eye. These airbags are triggered only by moder- ate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. They will not be activated by minor front-end impacts, rear-end or side impacts, or by the car rolling over.

Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System "SRS")

WARNING

To reduce risk of injury: (cid:127) Always wear your safety belt. (cid:127) Always adjust your seat so that you

are as far back as possible but still able to reach the steering wheel and controls comfortably.

(cid:127) Children 12 and under or shorter than

140 cm (55 inches) should always travel in the rear as the vehicle is equipped with an airbag on the pas- senger side.

The supplementary restraint system (SRS) comprises an airbag in the steering wheel, a front passenger airbag and side airbags in the front seats. The system supplements the protection provided by the safety belts to further enhance the safety of the occupants. If a fault is detected in the SRS, the AIR BAG warning light on the main instru- ment panel will come on (see pages 52 and 34).

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WARNING

(cid:127) Even if the car is equipped with SRS

(airbag), safety belts must still always be worn by all occupants.

(cid:127) Note that because an airbag inflates and deflates extremely rapidly, it will not provide protection against a second impact occurring in the same incident. Always use your safety belt.

(cid:127) Always sit with the whole of your back in contact with the backrest of the seat, and with your seat as far back as is practical. This is to reduce the risk of injury from contact with the backrest of the seat when the airbag inflates and also because the airbag needs space in which to inflate.

(cid:127) Never attach anything to the steering wheel or passenger side of the instru- ment panel, as this could result in injury if the airbag should inflate. The same applies to anything you might have in your mouth, such as a pipe, for instance.

(cid:127) Some components of the airbag will

be warm for a short time. In some cir- cumstances the airbag can cause minor burns or abrasions to the body when the airbag inflates/deflates.

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(cid:127) Never rest your hands or forearms on

the steering-wheel center padding.

(cid:127) If the AIR BAG warning light remains on after the car has been started or comes on while you are driving, have the car checked immediately by an authorized Saab dealer. The warning light could signify that the airbags may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. See page. 52.

Inflated airbag (driver side) Inflation and deflation together take less than 0.1second.

Moment of impact.

Sensor detects decel- eration and sends a signal via the control module to a gas gen- erator that inflates the airbag.

The inflating airbag cushions the driver.

Airbag now fully inflated.

The airbag starts to deflate.

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Accessories and other equipment must not be fitted to the surfaces marked as these are where the airbags inflate in the event of a crash.

SRS (airbag) system with belt pretensioners 1 Electronic control module and sensor 2 Belt pretensioners (for both front safety belts) 3 Steering wheel with integral airbag 4 Passenger airbag 5 Side-airbag sensor 6 Side airbag 7 Front sensors

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Front passenger seat

WARNING

Never secure a rear-facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag. Inflation of the airbag in the event of a crash could seriously injure or kill a child.

The airbags are interconnected and have a common warning light. The passenger airbag module is housed in the fascia above the glove compartment and is marked ”SRS AIRBAG”. Both airbags will be inflated in the event of a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash, even if the passenger seat is unoccu- pied.

WARNING

(cid:127) Children 12 and under can be killed by the airbag (cid:127) The back seat is the safest place for children

(cid:127) Never allow a child to stand in front of

the seat or to sit on the lap of a front-seat passenger. Serious injury or death could result if the airbag is inflated in a crash.

(cid:127) Never place anything on the dash or in front of the seat as, in addition to being a hazard to passengers, this could interfere with the function of the airbag in the event of a crash. The same applies to the mounting of accessories on the dash.

(cid:127) Keep feet on the floor - never put feet up on the fascia, on the seat or out of the window.

(cid:127) Do not carry anything in your lap.

Passenger airbag and driver’s airbag both inflated

Side airbags

Side airbags are housed inside the back- rests of the front seats and are designed to protect the driver and front passenger in the event of a side impact. In a side impact, only the airbag on that side will be activated, and only then if certain pre- determined conditions are met such as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on impact, and at which point on the car’s side the impact occurs. The sensors, which are fitted in the front doors, sense the rise in pressure caused by the door panel being pressed in during an

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impact condition. The side airbag trigger will be commanded based on the characteris- tics of this pressure rise.

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(cid:127) The side airbags will inflate only in the event of a side impact; not in the event of a front or rear-end crash or of the car’s rolling over.

(cid:127) Damage or wear to the seat cover, or the seat seam, in the area of the side airbag must immediately be repaired by an authorized Saab dealer.

(cid:127) Do not modify the speaker installation in the front doors or install speakers other than those specifically approved by Saab.

WARNING

(cid:127) This car is equipped with side airbags and no extra interior trim should be fit- ted. Failure to observe this warning could result in the side airbags not inflating as intended and thus not pro- viding the intended protection either.

(cid:127) Never place any object in the area that would be occupied by the inflated air- bag.

(cid:127) For optimum protection, sit upright in

the seat, with your safety belt correctly fastened.

(cid:127) The sensors for the side airbags are

fitted in the front doors.

(cid:127) We advise against doing any work on the doors that could affect the mois- ture barrier in the door or the airbag sensors. It is essential that the mois- ture barrier (thick plastic film) in the front door is not damaged in any way.

(cid:127) Improvement of the anticorrosion

treatment of the doors should only be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. Otherwise there is a risk that the side impact sensor and the mois- ture barrier in the front door could be damaged.

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Side airbag components 1 Side airbag 2 Sensor 3 Moisture barrier 4 Text on seat

AIR BAG warning light

WARNING

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

(cid:127) The air bags 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 oth- ers, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.

SRS servicing The SRS must be inspected as part of the normal service program but otherwise may be regarded as maintenance-free.

Scrapping or working on airbags and belt pretensioners

WARNING

(cid:127) Under no circumstances may any

modifications be made that affect the steering wheel or the airbag’s electri- cal circuitry.

(cid:127) Before starting any welding work on the car, always disconnect the nega- tive (–) battery lead and cover the con- ductor.

(cid:127) Airbags and belt pretensioners must be deployed under controlled condi- tions before the car is scrapped or any of the system’s components are removed. Airbags or belt pretension- ers that have been deployed as a result of a crash must be replaced by new ones.

(cid:127) Airbag-system components must

never be transferred for use in another vehicle.

(cid:127) All work involving the scrapping or

replacement of airbags or belt preten- sioners must only be carried out by knowledgeable personnel.

Frequently asked questions on func- tion of airbags Do you still need to wear a safety belt if air- bags are fitted? Yes, always! The airbag merely supple- ments the car’s normal safety system. Moreover, the airbag will only be actuated in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash, which means, of course, that it pro- vides no protection in minor frontal crashes, major rear-end or side-on crashes or if the car rolls over. The safety belts help reduce the chance of the car occupants from being thrown around and injured inside the car. But they also ensure that, if a crash occurs in which the airbags are inflated, the airbag will make the optimum contact with the occupant, i.e. square on from the front. If the occupant meets the airbag in an offset posi- tion, the protection afforded will be reduced. In addition, airbags provide no protection against a secondary impact occurring in the same incident. So there is no doubt about the benefit of wearing safety belts at all times. Do not sit too close to the airbag: it needs room to inflate. The airbag inflates very quickly and power- fully in order to protect an adult person, before they are thrown forward, in a serious frontal crash.

How do I position the seat to leave room for the airbag to inflate? Don’t have your seat too far forward. Recline the seat back to increase the dis- tance between you and the airbag. For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are available through your Saab dealer. Airbags inflate extremely rapidly and with great force - to be fast enough to protect an adult in the seat.

When do the front airbags inflate? The airbag will only be inflated under certain predetermined conditions in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash, depending on such factors as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on impact, and the resistance to deformation of the impacting object. The airbag can only be activated once in the same incident. Do not attempt to drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it is possi- ble.

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What won’t trigger the front airbags? The airbag will not be activated in all front-end crashes. For instance, if the car has hit something relatively soft and yielding (e.g. a snow drift or a hedge) or a solid object at a low impact speed, the airbag will not necessarily be triggered.

How loud is the inflation? The noise of the inflation is certainly loud, but it is very short-lived and will not damage your hearing. For a short time afterwards you could experience a buzzing noise in your ears. Most people who have experienced it cannot remember the noise of the inflation at all - all they remember is the noise of the crash.

Can you still use a child seat in the front if a passenger airbag is installed? Definitely not! Children 12 and under can be injured or killed by the airbag. The BACK SEAT is the SAFEST place for children. NEVER put a child seat in the front.

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.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of head injuries in the event of a crash, the headliner and pillar trims incorporate energy absorbing mate- rial. These areas must not be modified in any way. Work on these areas must only be carried out at an authorized Saab dealer.

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Are the smoke and fumes given off when the airbag operates at all harmful? Most people who have remained in a car with little or no ventilation for several min- utes complained only of minor irritation of the throat and eyes. Avoid as far as possible getting dust on your skin as there is a risk of skin irritation. If this trouble persists, you should consult a doctor. If you suffer from asthma, the incident may bring on an attack, in which case you should follow the normal procedure advised by your doctor. It is advisable to consult a doctor afterwards.

WARNING

When an airbag is inflated there is dust in the air. Because the dust sometimes contains particles of a substance resembling dish detergent, the following precautions should be taken: (cid:127) As soon as possible, wash any

exposed skin using a mild soap and water.

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

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Security Doors................................... 38 Central locking ................... 38 Car alarm ............................ 43

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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. This loss and replacement cost is not cov- ered 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. If remote unlocking should fail to work Unlock the driver’s door with the key. To silence the alarm, insert the key into the igni- tion switch and turn it to the ON position. The car can now be started. Contact your local Saab dealer to have the system checked and rectified.

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 40.

To check the number of keys that are pro- grammed for the car; see page 47. 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 44. Reprogramming lock system functions Certain lock system functions can be repro- grammed by your authorized Saab work- shop; see page 259.

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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.

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.Contact a Saab dealer to have the battery replaced.

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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)

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.

Child safety lock on rear doors

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).

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.

WARNING

If small children are carried in the rear seat, the safety locks on rear doors should be activated to prevent uninten- tional opening from the inside.

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Trunk Release Handle

Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside.

NOTE

The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as a an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release could damage it.

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:

(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. 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

Use the key to prise out the cover plate covering the lock, 9-5 Wagon

Unlocking the tailgate with a key, 9-5 Wagon

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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 39. 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

Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 Wagon)

Your Saab 9-5 is equipped with an Elec- tronic starting interlock (immobilizer), see page 44 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 pets are left inside the car, the sensor can be temporarily disabled. To disable the sensor To disable the sensor, first turn off the igni- tion and remove the key from the switch. Next, 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 47. 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. Contact an authorized Saab dealer. 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 259).

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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 44. The 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. Contact an author- ized 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.

40. 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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Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Indicator and warning lights ................................. 50 Instruments ........................ 56 Trip computer SID.............. 59 Switches ............................. 65 Automatic climate control (ACC)................................. 72

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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 56).

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.

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Brake warning light

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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 201). 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 197 / 197). 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 52).

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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 197).

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 63).

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 149).

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 164).

Indicator, high beam

This light shows when the headlights are on high beam (see page 65).

Indicator, rear fog light

This light shows when the rear fog light is on (see page 66). 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.

Xenon headlight fault indicator (certain variants only)

This light indicates that there is a fault in the xenon headlight system, which consists of xenon headlights and an automatic levelling system. If a fault arises in the xenon headlight sys- tem, the headlights will be angled down to avoid dazzling drivers in oncoming traffic. Adjust your speed accordingly as visibility will be reduced.

NOTE

If the xenon headlight fault indicator lights up, have your car checked as soon as possible at an authorized Saab dealer. If you do not rectify the problem, nighttime visibility will be poor since the range of the headlights is reduced.

Indicator, open door

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

Indicator, SPORT-mode automatic transmission

This light will come on in cars with automatic transmission when the S (SPORT) button on the selector lever has been pressed (position D, 4, 3 or L) see page 163. 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 automatic transmission

This light shows when the WINTER mode has been selected in cars with automatic transmission (see page 163). 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.

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Indicator TCS/ESP OFF (option, certain models only

Indicator TCS/ESP (option, certain models only

The indicator light goes on when the Elec- tronic Stability Program/Traction Control System is switched off with the TCS/ESP- button. IMPORTANT: the system is automatically engaged every time the engine is started (see page 167). The indicator light also goes on when there is a fault in the system. In this case the light cannot be turned off by means of the TCS/ESP button. If a fault is indicated, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. See also ”Traction Control System (TCS)”, on page 167 and “Electronic Stability Pro- gram (ESP) on page 168.

The TCS/ESP indicator light is located in the tachometer and will be illuminated when TCS/ESP regulation is occurring, i.e. when there is insufficient traction between the tires and the road surface to provide the grip required for the acceleration called for. The driver can also sense that the engine is not responding normally to the accelerator. Operation of the TCS/ESP indicates reduced traction between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver. In normal driving, the TCS/ESP will help to 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 167).

Automatic transmission, fault indicator

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 159). 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 5th gear when D is selected, making it very sluggish. To overcome this, select posi- tion L to prevent unnecessary wear on the transmission. The transmission then starts in 2nd gear. When the car is moving you can select position D,3 or 4. When the indicator light is on, the car must not be driven with a trailer attached.