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To close: Front windows: Lift the front of the switch. Rear windows: Lift the back of the switch. The actuating motor will be switched off automatically when the window is fully closed or when the switch is released.

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Child safety: rear windows (ON/OFF) The window switches on the rear doors can be rendered inoperative by the ON/OFF switch in the panel on the center console. When the switch is ON, the rear side win- dows can be operated by the switch on each rear door. The switch’s back lighting will be activated. When the switch is OFF, the rear side win- dows can only be operated from the panel on the center console. When off, the switch’s back lighting will also be switched off.

Sunroof (Option in Canada)

WARNING

(cid:127) Bear in mind the pinch hazard when

operating the sunroof. Make sure that all passengers keep their heads, hands and fingers clear of the opening before operating the sunroof. Serious personal injury may otherwise be caused.

(cid:127) Always remove the ignition key when leaving the car, to avert the danger of injury arising from unattended children operating the sunroof.

The sunroof is operated by the switch on the overhead panel above the rearview mirror. The sunroof can be opened partially or fully.

Switch for rear side window

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Sunroof control 1 To open 2 To close 3 Ventilation position

The sunroof incorporates an interior, man- ual, sliding sun blind. After the car has been waxed, the sunroof may squeak or squeal on opening to the ventilation position. If this should occur, fully open the sunroof and, using washer fluid, wash the seal along the front edge, together with the paintwork that is in contact with the seal when the roof is closed.

Manual operation of sunroof

Emergency operation of sunroof In an emergency (e.g. if there is an electrical failure) the sunroof can be operated by a screwdriver. Remove the cover at the front of the sunroof opening, insert a screwdriver in the groove, and rotate. Rotate counterclockwise to close sunroof.

To open: (cid:127) Slide the control towards the rear to open

the sunroof to the comfort position. To open it fully, slide the control back a second time. Press the control to stop it earlier.

To close: (cid:127) Slide the control forwards until the sun-

roof is closed.

Ventilation position (cid:127) Press the middle of the control (when sun-

roof closed).

(cid:127) To close: slide the control forwards. To fully open the sunroof from the ventila- tion position, slide the control back.

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Sun visor with vanity mirror

Front ashtray 1 Press soft to open/close 2 Pull out one side at an angle

Rear ashtray

Sun visors The car is equipped with double sun visors. One section of the visor can be indepen- dently pivoted to the side window. A vanity mirror is provided on the back of the sun visors. The vanity mirrors are illumi- nated when the cover is raised.

Ashtrays (accessory) The car can be equipped with three ash- trays: one in the instrument panel fascia, and one in each rear door. A cigarette lighter is fitted adjacent to the front ashtray, and there is also one in the back of the center console. Front ashtray 1 To open the ashtray, push gently on the

center/upper part of the front and release to allow it to spring out.

2 Close the ashtray in the same way. To remove the ashtray, open it and after that pull left side out at an angle. To refit, line up the slots on either side and slide it closed.

Rear ashtrays Open the lid to use ashtray. To remove the ashtray, fully open the lid and lift the ashtray straight out. To refit the ashtray, make sure it engages the two square recesses in the door trim.

Cigarette lighters (accessory) (certain markets only) The car is provided with cigarette lighters next to the front ashtray and in the rear end of the center console. The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as power point, e.g. for a mobile phone. The ignition should be in the ON position. The cigarette lighter sockets can also be used for accessories (e.g. to charge a mobile phone) when the ignition is ON.

WARNING

The maximum combined load for the two cigarette lighter sockets is 240 W (20 A).

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Glove compartment

WARNING

Keep the glove compartment closed when not in use. The lid could cause injury in the event of a crash.

The glove compartment can be cooled by the air conditioning (ACC) system. Cold air can be directed to the glove compartment for keeping drinks cool, etc. Slide the cover towards you to admit cold air. Additional storage facilities are provided (see next page).

Glove compartment. 1 To lock 2 To unlock

Sliding cover in glove compartment to admit cold air

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In the doors

On leading edge of front seats

On the back of the front seats

Console between front seats

At bottom of door pillars adjacent to front-seat backrests

Center armrest for rear seat

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Cup holder in fascia 1 Press symbol to open 2 Lift bottom to close

WARNING

(cid:127) The cup holder should not be used to hold cups made of china, glass or hard plastic as these can cause injury in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Use only for paper cups or aluminium

cans.

(cid:127) Avoid spillage, particularly of hot

drinks.

(cid:127) Avoid putting oversized cups in the

cup holder.

Cup holders Cup holders are provided in the instrument panel fascia, in the center console compart- ment between the front seats, and in the rear-seat armrest. To access the cup holder in the instrument panel, press the symbol and release. To access the cup holder in the rear seat armrest, lower the armrest and press the front edge of the holder. Close in the same way. The number of cup holders provided may vary between models.

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Cup holder in rear armrest Press the edge to open/close.

Cup holder in center console

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Trunk Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan The rear seat is split and the two sections can be folded indepen- dently. Folding down of the rear seat is easier if the front seats are not all the way back, and the rear head restraints are folded down. 1 Raise the rear seat cushions by pulling the loop located between the cushion and the backrest. A small pad will open up first. Con- tinue pulling the loop until the entire rear seat cushion is raised.

2 Tip the seat cushion forward. 3 Press the button adjacent to the respective backrest to release it. 4 Fold down the backrest.

WARNING

(cid:127) Rear-seat passengers should always ensure that the head

restraint is raised and in proper position. (cid:127) Keep hands well clear of all moving parts. (cid:127) Never place heavy objects on the rear window shelf. There is

always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.

(cid:127) Before folding up the backrest, hang the outer safety belts

onto the hook on the respective courtesy handle to prevent them from becoming trapped.

(cid:127) Check that the back rest release button (3) is flush with the

surround before entering the rear seat.

Outer safety belt hooked onto courtesy handle

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WARNING

(cid:127) Place heavy items closest to the backrest and stow smaller

and lighter items on top.

(cid:127) Secure heavy and bulky items using the four tie down points

provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash (see page 134).

(cid:127) When the backrest is folded down or the trunk pass-through hatch is open, even small items can be thrown around inside the car. It is therefore advisable to secure these as well.

(cid:127) Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its

handling characteristics (see page 248).

(cid:127) Make sure that the seat cushions and backrests are properly

secured when folding them back to their normal position. Check that the button (item 3 on page 132) is flush with the surround before entering the back seat.

The tail pipe of the exhaust system can become very hot during driving. Bear this in mind when loading and unloading the car so that children, for example, do not burn themselves.

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Trunk pass-through hatch A trunk pass-through hatch is incorporated in the rear seat backrest to enable long, narrow items to be carried inside the car. Items should not weigh more than 33 lbs. (15 kg) nor be more than 2 yards (2 metres) in length. See the label on the hatch. 1 Fold down the armrest. 2 Raise the hatch by lifting the handle. Before loading or unloading long items, switch off the engine and apply the handbrake. This averts the danger of the car moving off suddenly if a long item were to knock the gear or selector lever into gear.

WARNING

(cid:127) Anchor the load securely (e.g. using middle safety belt) to

avoid danger of injury resulting from displacement of load on hard braking.

(cid:127) Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its

handling characteristics (see page 248).

Tie Downs Four tie downs for securing the load are fitted inside the trunk. Place the load as far in as possible.

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Safety belt located in its belt clip

NOTE

The safety belts for the outer seating positions should be put in their respective belt clips near the backrest to prevent them from being pinched when the rear seat is raised to the upright position.

Alternative location of the parcel shelf if this is removed: (cid:127) Folded up on the floor at the rear of the luggage compartment. (cid:127) On edge behind the backrests of the front seats.

Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon Both the narrow and wide sections of the rear seat can be folded separately. Folding is facilitated if the front seats are not located too far back. The wide section cannot be folded separately if a cargo net is mounted on the rear of the backrest. 1 Make sure that the head restraint is in the down position. For

height adjustment refer to page 18.

2 Put the safety belts for the outer seat places in their respective belt clips, which are located near the backrest (see illustration). 3 Raise the rear seat cushions by pulling the loop located between the cushion and the backrest. A small pad will open up first. Con- tinue pulling the loop until the entire rear seat cushion is raised. 4 Fold the narrow section (right) of the backrest forward by raising

the opening handle on the right-hand side.

5 Fold the wide section of the backrest forward in the

corresponding manner.

6 Adjust the front seats for optimal driving/passenger comfort.

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WARNING

(cid:127) Do not travel in the back seat without ensuring that the head

restraint is set at a suitable height.

(cid:127) Never allow anyone to sit on a folded backrest. (cid:127) Always be aware of the risk of pinching when handling moving

parts of the seating.

(cid:127) Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.

(cid:127) Make sure that the backrests are locked when they are folded back upright. Check that the two red warning-indication flags are fully down. This indicates that the backrests are locked. (cid:127) Check that the safety belt lock is not trapped under the seat

cushions when these are raised back up.

(cid:127) If the car is equipped with a pull-out cargo net on the rear of the backrest, take extra care when folding the rear seat so that no one is injured by the net’s storage cassette on the right-hand side.

Folding the narrow section of the backrest The folding is facilitated if the front seat is not too far back. 1 Make sure that the head restraint is in the down position. For

height adjustment refer to page 18.

2 Put the safety belt in the belt clip near the backrest. 3 Raise the rear seat cushion by pulling the loop located at the rear

of the cushion. A small pad will open up first. Continue pulling the loop until the entire rear seat cushion is raised.

4 Fold the narrow section (right) of the backrest forward by raising

the opening handle.

5 Adjust the front seat for optimal passenger comfort.

NOTE

The safety belts for the outer seating positions should be put in their respective belt clips near the back rest to prevent them being pinched when the rear seat is raised to the upright position, see illustration page 135.

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(cid:127) Never use the elastic floor net and

elastic side net when the rear seat is folded down. These nets are only intended to keep light objects tidy, not for the anchoring of loads.

(cid:127) If possible, avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving with a heavy load because the anchoring possibili- ties are restricted when the rear seat is in this position. That the rear seat is in the upright position is a basic require- ment for protection against cargo dis- placement in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Cargo can intrude into the passenger compartment during a sudden stop or front crash if the outer safety belts are not fastened. Check that the two red warning-indication flags are fully down. This shows that the backrests are locked.

WARNING

(cid:127) The driving characteristics of the car

can be affected because the center of gravity is altered when there is a cargo in the luggage compartment. There- fore match the speed and driving style according to how the car is loaded.

(cid:127) An object weighing 55 lbs. (25 kg) cor-

responds to a weight of 2200 lbs. (1000 kg) in a head on crash at 32 mph (50 km/h).

(cid:127) Adjust the car’s load (passengers and

luggage) so that the gross vehicle weight or the axle weight is not exceeded, see page 248.

Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open, see page 179.

Load anchoring

WARNING

(cid:127) Put heavy loads as low down and as

far forward as possible in the luggage compartment, i.e. against the back of the rear seat.

(cid:127) Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the backrest, if a cargo guard (accessory) is not being used.

(cid:127) Always tie down the cargo so that it

cannot be thrown forward during heavy braking or in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Unsecured and heavy cargo can

increase the risk of injury during hard braking, sudden avoidance maneu- vers and in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) For the best load anchoring, use the special cargo bolts and load straps (accessory).

(cid:127) Load the cargo bolts evenly. Never

attach more than one strap to each tie down eye.

(cid:127) Provide protection on sharp edges to

prevent damage to the load straps.

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Cargo bolts mounted on the longitudinal rails

On the floor of the luggage compartment there are two longitudinal aluminium rails (CargoTracks™) where special cargo bolts can be mounted. The protective strip on the CargoTracks™ is removed by lifting its back edge and pulling it straight upwards. Replace the strip by pressing it down on the CargoTracks™. When the cargo bolts are not being used the protective strip should be in place. The cargo bolts are mounted by lifting their locks and inserting them into the rail. Each cargo bolt is moved in the following way: pull up its lock and at the same time move it for- wards or backwards to the desired position.

Example of cargo anchoring

Elastic cargo net for lighter objects.

Items for load anchoring: (cid:127) Cargo bolts (standard). (cid:127) Special load straps (accessory).

Items to keep light objects tidy: (cid:127) Elastic floor cargo net. (cid:127) Elastic side cargo net for the right-hand

side of the luggage compartment.

The elastic nets may only be used to keep light objects tidy, not for anchoring. The floor net should be attached to the cargo bolts that are mounted on the Car- goTracks™. Place the tie down eyes as far forward and as far back as possible on the CargoTracks™. The side netting should be attached to the two tie down eyes which are included in the

accessory kit and to two of the eyes mounted on the right-hand CargoTrack™ on the floor. The cargo bolts, load straps and elastic nets are stored in the two floor lockers on the right- and left-hand side of the luggage com- partment. The lockers are opened by lifting the respective fabric loop.

NOTE

Do not place any objects so that the demisting and antenna elements on the inside of the window could be damaged.

WARNING

(cid:127) The cargo in the luggage compart- ment must be anchored properly, even if the cargo net is correctly in position. The only purpose of the net is to prevent objects from being thrown about in the cabin during heavy brak- ing or in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Take extra care when tipping the wide section of the rear seat forwards if the car has a pull-out cargo net on the rear of the backrest. Make sure that no one is injured by the cargo net’s storage cassette on the right-hand side where the backrest is already folded.

The pull-out cargo net can also be used when the whole rear seat is folded. There are two front attachment points in the roof for this purpose. Removing the cargo net storage cas- sette 1 Fold down the entire rear seat (see

page 135).

2 Push the cassette to the right.

Cover over the fixing point for the cargo net

Cargo net (accessory) The pull-out cargo net’s storage cassette is mounted on the rear of the backrest. 1 Remove the covers near the two rear

fixing points in the roof. Carefully bend in the lower edge of the cover with a screw- driver.

2 Pull the cargo net out directly back-

wards.

3 Snap the net’s two fasteners into the two

fixing points on the roof.

4 Make sure that the hooks on the net’s

own storage cassette fit against the net mesh.

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Attaching the cargo net to the roof

Hooks on the net’s storage cassette

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Sliding floor (accessory)

WARNING

To avoid personal injury take note of the following:

(cid:127) Do not leave children unsupervised when the sliding floor is drawn out.

(cid:127) Be aware of the risk of pinching when

handling the sliding floor.

(cid:127) Never drive the car with the sliding

floor pulled out.

(cid:127) Always use the car’s regular cargo

anchoring when transporting a cargo.

(cid:127) Provide protection on sharp edges to

prevent damage to the anchoring straps.

(cid:127) The sliding floor must not be changed

or modified in any way.

(cid:127) Put the sliding floor in the folded- down

position when it is not in use.

Setting up 1 Lift up the floor. 2 Fold out the support wheels. 3 Set the floor down on the support

wheels.

Setting up the sliding floor

The function of the sliding floor is to facilitate loading and unloading. Securing loads, see page 134. When the car is parked and the floor is pulled out, it can bear the weight of two people (maximum 440 lbs./200 kg). The maximum load that can be anchored by anchorage straps and cargo bolts is 170 lbs./80 kg.

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Loading

Folding down the sliding floor

Trunk Release Handle

When the floor is not in use 1 Lift up the floor. 2 Fold down the support wheels. 3 Lay down the sliding floor and make sure

that it is locked in its lower position.

Loading/Unloading 1 Lift the handle and pull out the sliding

floor to the outer locking position. Make sure that the floor is locked correctly.

2 Put on the cargo, but make sure that it

does not cover the handle.

3 Lift the handle and push in the floor to the inner locking position. Make sure that the floor is locked correctly.

4 Tie down the load with Saab’s load

straps according to the instructions, see page 137.

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.

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Stowage of spare wheel and tools under trunk floor

Jack location, between spare wheel and sill

Spare wheel and tools The spare wheel, together with the jack and jack handle, front towrope attachment eye and toolkit, are stowed away underneath the trunk. There is also room for a spare bulb wallet (accessory).

WARNING

Stow all tools carefully away after use, so that they cannot get loose and cause injury in the event of a crash. Keep plastic bags away from children.

Driving considerations with compact spare wheel/tire fitted, see page 179.

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Button for releasing filler flap

To open fuel filler flap in an emergency 9-5 Sedan

To open filler flap in an emergency, 9-5 Wagon

Fuel filler flap The fuel filler flap is opened by means of a button on the driver’s door. The flap is spring-loaded, so it opens slightly automat- ically when released. Refueling, see page 152.

9-5 Wagon: Start by checking fuse 25 (see page 218). On the right-hand side of the luggage com- partment, in the storage locker, is a thin wire that is tied to the locking arm of the filler flap. To open the flap pull the yellow plastic arrow attached to the end of the wire.

Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency If the fuel filler flap fails to open after the button on the driver’s door has been pressed, it can be opened manually from inside the trunk. 9-5 Sedan: Start by checking fuse 25 (see page 218). A thin cable on the right-hand side in the trunk is connected to the catch for the filler flap. To open the flap, pull the yellow plastic arrow on the end of the cable.

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Ignition switch ................. 146 Starting the engine .......... 147 Important considerations for driving ....................... 149 Refueling .......................... 152 Engine Break-In Period ... 155 Gear changing ................. 156 Cruise control .................. 164 Braking ............................. 165 Traction Control System. 167 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............... 168

Economical motoring ..... 170 Driving in cold weather... 171 Driving in hot weather .... 173 Towing a trailer................ 173 Driving with a roof rack load ................................. 176 Driving with a load .......... 178 Driving considerations with compact spare wheel/tire fitted .............. 179 Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open ............. 179

Driving in deep water....... 179 Towing the car.................. 180 Jump starting ................... 182 Saab Parking Assistance 184 Parking brake ................... 185 Parking.............................. 185

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Ignition switch The combined ignition switch and gear-lever lock is located in the center con- sole between the front seats. The ignition key can only be removed when reverse is engaged (automatic transmission: selector in ”P” position). The key fits all the locks on the car. The key number is specified on the small plastic strap that comes with the keys when the car is delivered. Keep a note of the key number in a safe place, as you will need to quote it if ordering a replacement key. See also page 38.

CK

CK

CK

CK

O FF

LOCK position Engage reverse and turn the key to LOCK. Automatic transmission: select ”P”. The gear lever is locked. This is the only position in which the key can be removed. The parking lights, hazard warning lights and interior lighting all work.

O FF

OFF position Gear lever no longer locked. Certain electrical circuits operational

O FF

OFF

ON position All electrical circuits working. Do not leave the key in the ON position when the engine is not running. Turn the key to OFF to switch off the electrical circuits. In the ON position certain warning and indicator lights come on as a check, and they normally are extinguished after about 3 seconds.

ST (starter) position The starter operates when the key is turned to this position. When released, the key will spring back to the ON position. If the engine fails to start, the key must first be turned back to the position between OFF and LOCK before the starter can be operated again. When the starter motor is running, several electrical circuits are disconnected to facilitate starting.

NOTE

Take care not to spill drinks or to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. If dirt or liquid gets into it, the switch may not operate properly.

WARNING

(cid:127) Always remove the key before leaving

the car.

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake before

removing the ignition key.

If the car does not start If the text ”KEY NOT ACCEPTED” is shown on the SID, after a failed start attempt, the cause could be a fault in the transmitter in the key, or in the receiver in the ignition lock. The following should be done: (cid:127) Turn the key back to the LOCK position. (cid:127) Turn the key to ON. (cid:127) Press one of the buttons on the remote

control (the LED stops blinking).

(cid:127) Start the engine. Try another key. If this works, then the fault is in the first key. Contact an authorized Saab dealer for checking and rectification.

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WARNING

(cid:127) When starting the engine:

- Sit down in the driver’s seat. - Depress the clutch pedal fully. The clutch pedal must be fully depressed or the starter will not engage. - Never start the car from outside the vehicle, e.g. through a wound down window. This could lead to serious personal injury.

(cid:127) Engage reverse (R) (position P for

automatic transmission) to remove the ignition key. The key can only be removed in this gear position.

(cid:127) Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Be alert to the danger of CO – always open the garage doors before starting the engine in the garage.

(cid:127) There is also a danger of CO poison- ing if the exhaust system is leaking.

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(cid:127) The tail pipe of the exhaust system

can become very hot during driving. Bear this in mind when loading and unloading the car.

(cid:127) Do not rest or sleep in the car when

parked with the engine running. There is a risk of depressing the accelerator which could lead to engine damage.

It is possible for air to enter the lubricating system in conjunction with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored for some time. This air can cause the hydraulic cam followers to emit a ticking noise, which can persist for up to 15 minutes after start- ing. Although this is quite normal and does not indicate any malfunction, it is advisable not to exceed 3,000 rpm before the noise has disappeared. The hydraulic cam lifters are completely service free; the valve clearance is set up at the factory and will not need any subse- quent adjustment.

Starting the engine Avoid racing the engine or putting a heavy load on it before it has warmed up. Drive away as soon as the oil warning light has been extinguished to enable the engine to attain its normal temperature as quickly as possible. The engine has an automatic choke and should be started as follows: Cars with manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not

touch the accelerator.

2 Start the engine. Let the ignition key

spring back as soon as the engine has started and is running smoothly – at very low temperatures, you may need to run the starter for up to 25 seconds. Wait 20-30 seconds before running the starter again, to give the battery time to recover.

Let the engine idle for about 10 seconds. Do not open the throttle wide for at least 2-3 minutes after starting.

Cars with automatic transmission 1 The selector lever must be in the P or N

position.

2 Keep your foot on the brake pedal. 3 Start the engine. Let the ignition key

spring back as soon as the engine has started and is running smoothly – at very low temperatures, you may need to run the starter for up to 25 seconds. Wait 20-30 seconds before running the starter again, to give the battery time to recover.

Let the engine idle for about 10 seconds. Do not open the throttle wide for at least 2–3 minutes after starting. Useful tips on cold climate starting If the engine has failed to start after several attempts in very cold weather, press and hold the accelerator down to the floor and run the starter for 5–10 seconds. This will prevent the engine being flooded (exces- sively rich fuel-air mixture). Now start the engine in the normal way – do not touch the accelerator. If the engine stalls immediately after starting (e.g. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine.

NOTE

If the CHECK ENGINE warning light starts to flash, ease off the accelerator slightly. If the light does not cease to flash within 5 seconds, stop the car in a suita- ble place as soon as possible and turn off the engine. The car must be towed to an authorized Saab dealer. If the CHECK ENGINE warning light flashes, it indicates that the engine is misfiring which can result in damage to the catalytic converter.

Limp-home mode The car’s engine-management system includes a diagnostic function that checks numerous internal functions after the engine has been shut off. If a fault is detected in the throttle system, the engine-management system puts the throt- tle system into the limp-home mode. This limits idling control, disables the cruise-con- trol system and limits the capacity of the A/C compressor. If the limp-home mode is in operation (”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” light on, see below) and the outside temper- ature is close to or below freezing, you may need to use some throttle on starting (some pressure on the accelerator). If the diagnostic system has detected a fault in the engine-management system, the ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” on the main instrument panel will light come on (see page 53), indicating that you should have the car checked as soon as possible by an authorized Saab dealer.

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Important considerations for driving The engine-management system in the Saab 9-5 is called Saab Trionic T7. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. The Trionic T7 system developed by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum driv- ability under differing driving conditions. The system makes adjustments automati- cally, for instance, if the car is being driven at altitude (oxygen-deficient air), for differ- ent grades of fuel (AON 87–93) and for dif- ferent load conditions. 1 Starting and driving (cid:127) Refrain from using full throttle before

the engine has warmed up (before needle in mid-range on temperature gauge).

(cid:127) A safety function prevents the engine from revving faster than 6,000 rpm by limiting the induction air.

2 Stopping the engine (cid:127) Do not rev the engine immediately

before switching it off - stop the engine when it is idling.

3 Regulating the boost pressure (cid:127) The system is optimized for fuel with an

octane rating of AON 90. The 2.3 T (Aero) and 3.0t V6 are optimized for

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AON 93. One of the advantages of the system is that it enables the engine to be run safely on lower-grade fuel, although not lower than AON 87. (cid:127) The maximum boost pressure is

adjusted automatically to the knocking or pinging tendency of the engine. Occasional, short-lived knocking when the engine is under a heavy load is per- fectly normal; the extent will depend on the grade of fuel in the tank.

(cid:127) Isolated instances of knocking are

more likely to occur with low-octane fuel. This controlled form of knocking, followed by a reduction in the boost pressure, is a sign that the wastegate is functioning and is perfectly safe for the engine.

NOTE

If constant knocking occurs every time a load is put on the engine, this indicates a malfunction in the system. Have the car checked without delay by an authorized Saab dealer.

WARNING

Important considerations with cata- lytic converters

If the engine is being run with the car on a rolling road or dynamometer, to ensure adequate cooling, air must be blown into the engine compartment and under the car at a rate equivalent to the ram-air effect that would be obtained at the corre- sponding road speed.

NOTE

Use only unleaded gasoline. Leaded gas- oline is detrimental to the catalyst and oxygen sensor and will seriously impair the function of the catalytic converter.

The catalytic converter is an emission-con- trol device incorporated in the car’s exhaust system. It consists of a metal canister with a honeycomb insert, the cells of which have walls coated in a catalytic layer (mixture of precious metals). To ensure that the catalytic converter con- tinues to function properly, and also to avoid damage to the converter and its associated components, the following points must be observed: (cid:127) Have the car serviced regularly in accor-

dance with the service program. The fuel and ignition systems are particularly important in this context.

(cid:127) Always be alert to any misfiring of the

engine (not running on all cylinders) and any loss of power or performance. At the first sign of a malfunction, reduce speed and take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. If the engine fails to start (in very cold weather or if the battery is flat), the car can be push started (manual gearbox only) or started using jumper cables to a donor

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(cid:127) Never park the car on dry grass or other combustible material. The catalytic con- verter gets very hot and could therefore start a fire.

(cid:127) Never drive off if the engine is misfiring. If you jump start the car when the engine is already up to normal temperature, the engine must start to run on all cylinders. Stop jump-starting if the engine fails to start immediately.

NOTE

Oxygen-sensor-controlled injection system 1 Engine control module 2 Oxygen sensor (lambda probe) 3 Catalytic converters

battery. However, as soon as you have started the engine, it is important that it runs on all cylinders. If it is misfiring, allow it to idle for up to five minutes to give it time to settle and run smoothly. If, after this time, the engine still fails to run properly, turn off the engine and get in touch with an authorized Saab dealer for advice.

If the car runs out of fuel, it is possible for air to get into the fuel system. If this happens, the catalytic converter may overheat and be damaged.

Failure to follow these directions could result in the catalytic converter and associ- ated components being damaged, and could represent a breach of the warranty conditions. 3.0t V6: When starting the engine from cold an electrical pump is activated. This pump forces air into the exhaust system so that the catalytic converter will reach its normal operating temperature more rapidly. The pump is active for 30-60 seconds.

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Button for releasing filler flap

Fuel filler flap The fuel filler flap is opened by means of a button on the driver’s door. The flap is spring-loaded, so it opens slightly automat- ically when released.

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Refueling

WARNING

(cid:127) Never use fuel for any purpose other

than as engine fuel.

(cid:127) Fuel is highly flammable and can

cause severe burns. Never use an open flame in the vicinity of gasoline and do not smoke when refuelling.

(cid:127) Do not use the phone when refueling .

Gasoline fuels are highly explosive.

Only fuel from well-known oil companies should be used. All Saab gasoline engines can be driven on fuel of grade AON 87-93. For optimum performance we recommend: (cid:127) AON 90 for 4-cylinder engines (cid:127) AON 93 for 3.0t V6 and 2.3T Aero, (see

page 250).

If fuel containing a mixture of alcohol is used, the following restrictions apply: Methanol: max. 5% by volume. Ethanol: max. 10% by volume. MTBE: max. 15% by volume. The fuel filler cap is located in the right rear quarter panel. Switch off engine. Open fuel door Insert the fuel-pump nozzle beyond the flange on the filler pipe. Do not withdraw the nozzle while fueling is in progress.

Stop refueling the first time the pump turns off, indicating the tank is full.

NOTE

Do not overfill. Fuel should not come right up the filler pipe as expansion room is needed.

Fuel-tank capacity: 18.5 US gal. (70 liters) Screw on the filler cap and keep turning until it has clicked at least three times. The most effective way to prevent conden- sation forming in the tank (and thus avoid possible running problems) is to keep the tank well filled. Before the onset of freezing temperatures in winter, it may be advisable to add gasoline anti-freeze to the fuel a few times to dispel any condensation in the system.

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(cid:127) Fill to maximum filling capacity (cid:127) Stop filling after the first time that the nozzle trips to shut off the flow of fuel

(cid:127) Filling capacity can differ between different fuel stations and outside temperature. Fuel tank volume when nozzle trips to shut off, may vary by 0.5 gal. (2 liters).

(cid:127) Do not fill fuel all the way up the filler pipe. The gasoline must be allowed room for expansion especially during hot weather.

Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency, see page 143.

Recommended fuel: The engine in your Saab 9-5 is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline that has an octane rating of 87 or higher. Octane rating is determined according to the formula:

MON + RON

where MON is the Motor Octane Number, and RON is the Research Octane Number. The average of these two values is the octane rating of the gasoline as it appears on the pump at a retail gas station. This value is sometimes referred to as the "Anti-Knock Index" (AKI) or the "Average Octane Number" (AON). To avoid deposit formation on the fuel injec- tors which can cause poor driveability, use only quality gasolines that contain deter- gents and corrosion inhibitors. Because gasolines sold at retail gas stations vary in their composition and quality, you should switch to a different brand if you begin expe- riencing driveability and/or hard starting problems shortly after refueling your car. In recent years, a variety of fuel additives and alcohols or oxygenates have been blended with gasoline. These types of gasolines may be found in all parts of the United States and Canada, but particularly in geographic areas and cities that have high carbon mon- oxide levels. Saab approves the use of such "reformulated" gasolines in its products, which help in reducing pollution from all motor vehicles, provided that the following

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blending percentages are met by such fuels: (cid:127) Up to 10% ethanol by volume, with corro-

sion inhibitors.

(cid:127) Up to 15% MTBE by volume (methyl ter-

tiary butyl ether).

(cid:127) Up to 5% methanol by volume, with an

equal amount of a suitable co-solvent and added corrosion inhibitors.

Other, less common, fuel additives used by some gasoline dealers are also acceptable, provided that the resultant gasoline is not more than 2.7% oxygen by weight. Some Canadian and U.S. gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called meth- lycyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuel is used, your emission control system performance may deterio- rate and the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for service. However, these blended gasolines are reg- ulated and should never exceed these rec- ommended blend percentages and service station operators should know if their gaso- lines contain detergents and oxygenates, and have been reformulated to reduce vehi- cle emissions. Nevertheless, if you begin to notice a problem with the way your car starts or runs shortly after it has been refueled, try a different brand of gasoline.

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NOTE

NOTE

Higher concentrations of methanol than listed above, or the use of methanol- blended gasoline without suitable co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors, can damage your car’s fuel system, leading to the need for repairs which are not covered by Saab’s product warranty.

The engine control module (ECM) mon- itoring the engine parameters also stores fault codes. Under certain circumstances, this may cause constant illumination of the ”Engine malfunction (CHECK , thus indicating a ENGINE)” lamp fault that must be checked by your Saab dealer. NOTE: always observe the following two measures: (cid:127) Make sure that the fuel filler cap is

screwed on correctly before the engine is started. Screw on the fuel filler cap until you hear 3 distinct clicks.

(cid:127) Avoid driving with the fuel low level indicator illuminated. The symbol illuminates when less than approxi- mately 2 gallons (8 litres) of fuel remains in the tank.

Fuel (Gasoline Engine) Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehi- cle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance com- pared to other gasolines.

In Canada, look for the ”Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the fuel pump.

Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcy- clopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT. Saab Automobile AB does not recommend the use of such gasolines. If fuels containing MMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunc- tion indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for service.

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Engine Break-In Period Pistons, bores and bearings need time to obtain uniform, wear-resistant surfaces. If a new engine is driven too hard, this grad- ual process of bedding-in will not be possi- ble and the life of the engine will be short- ened. During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), do not exceed 5,000 rpm. In addition, refrain from driving the car at full throttle, other than for brief instances, during the first 1,800 miles (3,000 km). Wearing in new brake pads New brake pads take time to bed in, about 90 miles (150 km) if the car is driven largely under stop-and-go conditions or about 300 miles (500 km) of highway driving. To extend the useful life of the pads, avoid hard braking as much as possible during this period.

Canada Only Be sure the posted octane is at least 87. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough, it can damage your engine. If you’re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accel- erating or driving up a hill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, con- stant knock that means you have a problem. If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (indicated on the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet Cal- ifornia specifications. If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emis- sions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal spec- ifications, but emission control system per- formance may be affected. The ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” indicator on your main instrument panel may turn on and/or your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. See ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” indicator on page 53. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.

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Gear changing Manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. The gear positions are marked on the gear lever. Before reverse (R) can be engaged, you must lift the ring underneath the gear-lever knob. To change gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It is inadvisable to drive with your hand resting on the gear lever, as this can increase the wear on the transmission. When changing down from 5th to 4th gear, ease the gear lever straight back, without applying any lateral pressure. This will pre- vent 2nd gear being engaged by mistake, which can result in overreving and possible damage to the engine. Before engaging reverse, wait till the car is at a standstill, release the accelerator and fully depress the clutch. From neutral, press the gear lever firmly to the right before easing it back into reverse.

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R4

Shift-up indicator for improved fuel economy (U.S. models only) Cars equipped with a manual transmission have a "Shift-up" light on the instrument panel. The light begins to work after the vehicle is warmed up and provides you with a good indication when to shift to a higher gear. It is not necessary or recommended to follow the shift-up recommendations in all driving conditions, for example, when driv- ing in heavy urban traffic or steep downhill grades. However, shifting with the light should result in improved fuel economy. Therefore, for reduced fuel consumption and better energy conservation, you should make a habit of shifting before or when the shift-up light comes on. Towing Towing of cars with manual transmission, see page 180.

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WARNING

(cid:127) Make it a habit to keep your foot on the brake when selecting a drive position, to prevent the car from creeping for- ward (or backward if reverse is selected).

(cid:127) The car must be at a standstill before P, R or N is selected. You have to have your foot on the brake pedal to move the lever out of P. If the car is still moving when a drive position is subse- quently selected, this could cause a crash or damage the automatic trans- mission.

(cid:127) Never park the car with the selector lever in a drive position, even if the parking brake is on.

(cid:127) Always select "P" position and apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle unattended.

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Selector lever

The electronic control module for the auto- matic transmission receives information on engine torque and road speed, and also controls the hydraulic pressure in the trans- mission to ensure that gear changing is as smooth as possible. The position of the selector lever is shown by the symbols adjacent to the lever and also by an indicator on the main instrument panel. The ignition key can only be removed when the selector lever is in the P position.

Selector-lever indicator on main instru- ment panel

When the car is stationary, the engine must be at idling speed when the selector lever is moved. You must have your foot on the brake pedal to move the lever out of park. If the accelerator is depressed while the lever is moved, this will result in abnormal wear in the transmission.

NOTE

After selecting a drive position, pause to allow the gear to engage before you accelerate.

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R N D 4 3 L

4 L

Detent positions for selector movement

The detent button on the selector lever has to be pressed before the selector can be moved between certain positions.

Lock-up function The automatic transmission has a lock-up function, which renders the torque con- verter inoperative in 3rd, 4th and 5th gears, the result of which is to reduce the engine speed and, hence, fuel consumption. When the lock-up function comes into oper- ation, it may give the impression of an over- drive being engaged. Kick-down When the accelerator is pressed down hard, a change-down to the next gear will be effected to provide maximum acceleration, e.g. for overtaking. The change-up to the next gear again will take place either when the accelerator is released or when maximum engine speed is reached.

Three modes for the automatic transmis- sion can be selected: Normal, Sport and Winter. The Normal mode, which provides the best fuel economy, is the default setting when the engine is started. When the Sport mode is selected, the throttle angle is altered to provide more power at the same throttle setting. The transmission also changes up later than in Normal mode to provide higher perfor- mance. In this mode, the SPORT indicator will appear on the main instrument panel (see page 163). The Winter mode is intended for use when pulling away and driving on icy roads. In this mode, the transmission starts in 3rd gear, to provide better grip, and the WINTER indica- tor appears on the main instrument panel. When the ignition is turned to OFF, the auto- matic transmission will automatically revert to Normal mode (see page 163). Adaptive gear-change pattern is a trans- mission function in the Normal and Sport modes which matches gear changing to current driving conditions. The transmission control module senses the load on the engine and selects one of three available gear-change patterns, and so avoids unnecessary changing up or down.

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Park Brake Shift lock The transmission has a security function known as Park Brake Shift Lock. To move the gear selector out of the P position, the brake pedal must be depressed at the same time as the gear selector catch (detente) is pressed in.

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Automatic transmission, fault indicator

If ”Automatic transmission, fault indicator” light appears on the main instrument panel, the system has detected a fault in the auto- matic transmission or its control module (see page 55). This also means that the Limp-home mode has been selected, to guard against further damage being done to the transmission. In this mode, the automatic transmission starts in 5th gear, and gear changes (if nec- essary) will have to be made manually. It is not possible to select the SPORT or WINTER mode when the Limp-home mode is active. You should have the automatic transmis- sion checked as soon as possible by an authorized Saab dealer. The following gears will be engaged in the respective selector positions when the auto- matic transmission is in the Limp-home mode:

Position R

Gear

Reverse 5th 5th 5th 2nd

Shift Lock override

NOTE

Due to electrical problems it may not be possible to move the selector out of the park position, even if the ignition is ON. If for some reason the selector has to be moved out of the park position (i.e. to tow the car a short distance) do as described below.

1 Apply the parking brake 2 Make sure the key is in position ON 3 Use a small tool such as a screwdriver and push the lever (see picture) down- wards so that the detent button can be pressed approx. 10 mm

4 Move the selector out of position P to N 5 Remove the tool 6 Release the parking brake if the car is to be moved immediately; otherwise keep it applied

Check fuse No. 1 (see page 218). If the fuse is OK, check the battery regarding the volt- age. If the problem was cured by changing the fuse or battery, you do not have to contact a Saab dealer. If the fuse blows again as soon as the Shift Lock feature is activated you should contact your Saab dealer.

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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, move the selector lever to position L.

Overheated transmission fluid If the automatic-transmission fluid should overheat, the following message will appear on the SID: ”TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING”. If this happens, stop the car and wait for the mes- sage to be extinguished. Continue driving in a locked gear that produces an engine speed of about 3,000 rpm. Overheating of the automatic-transmission fluid can occur when the car is towing a heavy load, such as a camping trailer in hilly country, with the wrong gear selected, resulting in abnormally frequent gear changing. Try selecting position L, 3 or 4. High ambient temperatures can also increase the temperature of the transmis- sion fluid or the oil cooler may be faulty. Contact an authorized Saab dealer (see also page 173).

Driving on hilly roads with a heavy load The transmission fluid can overheat when the gearbox is strained, for example, when driving with a trailer on hilly roads with the wrong gear is selected, resulting in many extra gear changes. To avoid the transmis- sion fluid overheating, always drive in Normal mode. The adaptive gear change patterns are then active. High air temperatures or a faulty oil cooler can also cause the transmission fluid to overheat. Overheating reduces the service life of the fluid. Contact an authorized Saab dealer (see also page 173).

WARNING

Remember to use engine-braking (selec- tor position L, 3, or 4) to spare the brakes when you are driving on a long or steep downhill slope. Brake failure can result from overheated brakes!

Towing Towing of cars with automatic transmission, see page 180.

Selector positions To shift out of the P position you must depress the brake pedal and the ignition must be ON. The parking position (P) must only be selected when the car is at a complete standstill. The selector lever is locked and the transmission is mechanically immobilized. Always apply the parking brake after parking the car. The engine can be started. The key can be removed. The reverse (R) position must only be selected when the car is at a complete standstill. The detent-release button must be pressed before the selector lever can be moved to R. Wait until reverse gear has engaged (car starts to creep) before touching the accelerator.

In the Neutral position (N), the transmission is disengaged from the engine. The engine can be started, but first ensure that the parking brake is on, to prevent the car from moving off unexpect- edly. To prevent the engine and transmission from becoming hotter than necessary, select N for stops other than brief ones, e.g. if stuck in a traf- fic jam. The normal drive position (D) is recommended for waiting at traffic lights.

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The Drive position (D) is the position for normal motoring. Gear changes between 1st and 5th will take place automatically, the timing of which is determined by the throttle (accelerator) posi- tion and the speed of the car. After moving the selector lever to D, pause to give the gear time to engage (car starts to pull).

In position 4, 5th gear is locked out. The car will start in 1st gear and normal gear changing (up