2004 Saab 9 5 Owners Manual

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w h e e l s o n a l i s f a c e . s u r i s p e r

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(cid:127) T h e v e h i c l e s h o u l d b e p l a c e d s o l a t

t y i g h t h a v e a l s u r

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Headlight aiming

WARNING

i n g

t h e h e a d l

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t c h o f i n g e r s a n d h a n d s b e i n g

t h e e n g i n e

t o a v o i d

i n j u r e d

s w i o f

B e f o r e c h e c k i n g / a d j u s t a i m i n g , d a n g e r b y m o v i n g p a r T h e r a d i a t o r t h e e n g i n e

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T h e a i m h a s b e e n p r e s e t

a t n e e d

l y n o t

T h e v e h i c l e h a s a v i s u a l o p t a i m i n g s y s t e m e q u i p p e d w i a i m i n g d e v i c e . f a c t o r y a n d s h o u l d n o r m a l t h e f u r t h e r y o u r t h e h e a d l b e l r e - a i m e d , y o u r p o s s i b l e d e s c r

a d j u s t m e n t s . h e a d l i g h t i e v e y o u r

i g h t s n e e d t h a t s e r v i c e , t o r e - a i m y o u r f o l

i g h t s a r e d a m a g e d a i m m a y b e a f h e a d l r e c o m m e n d

S a a b d e a l e r y o u i n t h e

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l o w i n g p r o c e d u r e .

NOTICE

i g h t s a r e

y o u r t h a t T o m a k e s u r e r e a d a l a i m e d p r o p e r l y b e f o r e b e g i n n i n g . F a i l u r e i n s t h e a d l h e a d l

i o n s l o w i o n s c o u l d c a u s e d a m a g e

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t s o r

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c a r e a n d

t e c h n i c a l

i n f o r m a t

i o n

g a r a g e d o o r

o r

( 7 . 6 m )

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r o m S a m e m e a s u r e m e n t

t h e g r o u n d a s b u t v e h i c l e s w i

( 3 ) t h x e n o n

i n c h e s

f o r

l e n s .

a n d h e a d l t h e t o s u b s t

i g h t l o w b e a m a i m i n g m a r k e r r a c t l a m p s .

i n c h e s

v e h i c l e s w i

f o r

o n

t h e h e a d l t h h a l o g e n

Vertical aiming device

l e n s .

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4 A t

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o r

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t h e v e h i c l e .

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Aiming marker on headlight lens

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t h e v e r

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y o u m e n t

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a i m i n g d e v i c e . L o c a t e

3 M e a s u r e

t h e m a r k e r

o n t h e d i s t a n c e

t h e r o m

l e n s . t h e g r o u n d

o n e a c h

l e n s .

i n c h e s t h h a l o g e n

t h e v e h i c l e l a m p s ,

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i n c h e s t h x e n o n

t h e v e h i c l e

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r e c o r d

t h i s

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t h e a i m m a r k e r S u b t e q u i p p e d w i t h i s d i s t a n c e . S u b t e q u i p p e d w i d i s t a n c e .

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c a r e a n d

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Correctly adjusted low beam

5 T u r n o n

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p l a c e a p i e c e o f d i ( a l o f

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NOTICE

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c u t t h

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c o v e r i g h t i m p r o v e b e a m c u t i g h t

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Customer Assistance and Information Maintenance schedule _ 264 Owner assistance _____ 265 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) _____________ 266 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government _________ 266 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders __________ 267

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Maintenance schedule The Maintenance Schedule prescribes a service program to the purchaser/operator of a Saab that is reasonable and necessary to ensure the proper emission control sys- tems function, safety and reliability of the Saab automobile in normal use. Additional maintenance is recommended for specific components when the car is operated under certain severe conditions. Proper mainte- nance is always good advice! Authorized Saab dealers are equipped and trained to meet your Saab’s service needs. They regularly receive up-to-date Saab ser- vice manuals and parts and technical ser- vice bulletins from Saab and are able, through their franchise agreement, to attend Saab service schools, obtain Saab special tools and technical assistance and pur- chase original equipment service and replacement parts. Today’s complex automobiles should only be entrusted to the most knowledgeable service professionals. A Saab dealer is your best choice.

Service intervals The maintenance schedule is comprised of a Check -up 30 days after retail delivery, fol- lowed by services at every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) thereafter (15,000, 30,000, 45,000 miles/24,000, 48,000, 72,000 km etc.).

NOTICE

The Check-up will be done by your Saab dealer at no charge and should be done as close as possible to the scheduled 30 days.

Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils stated in the Specification section of this Owner’s Manual. The use of extra additives in the oil is not necessary and is not recom- mended, and may be harmful to turbocharg- ers. More frequent oil changes are recom- mended if your vehicle is operated under the following conditions: (cid:127) Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to

16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:127) Most trips include extensive idling (such

as frequent stop-and-go driving).

(cid:127) Most trips are through dusty areas. (cid:127) You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier

on top of your vehicle. If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applica- tions.

If your driving habits match this description, have the engine oil and filter changed in- between normal services at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals. The Warranties and Service Record Booklet has provisions to record extra oil changes.

(cid:127) Service record retention Service instruction coupons and record stubs are provided in the Saab Warranties and Service Record Booklet which accom- panies this Owner’s Manual. The coupons are arranged in the order that normal ser- vice should be performed. The edge of each coupon is shaded to correspond to the type of service point: (cid:127) Striped – "Check Up" (cid:127) Blue – Oil change/inspection service (cid:127) Black – Major service Note that in Canada a combined service and warranty book is used, but not service coupons. When scheduled services are performed, your dealer will tear out the applicable coupon and use it to check off the opera- tions performed and enter it into the service file at the dealership. The servicing dealer’s stamp, along with the date and mileage at which the service was done, should be entered on the corresponding stub which remains in your booklet. The booklet is your permanent record of the services per- formed. It also includes a log sheet for unscheduled repairs. It is advisable to retain receipts and, if pos- sible, copies of shop work orders for all ser- vice and repair work, wherever performed.

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Service costs Dealer pricing practices and labor for ser- vice work vary. Saab’s recommended ser- vice times for each service point do not include the labor required to replace wear items, such as wiper blades, brake pads or tires. Nor is labor to perform other service or repairs found to be necessary as a result of the inspections included in these times. Additional labor and parts will be charged for such work when necessary, except as covered under an applicable Saab warranty or any optional extended service contract. Transmission fluid changes or suspension alignment, when necessary, are also addi- tional. Dealer charges for general shop material, regulated hazardous waste removal, recy- cling expenses or other operation costs may also be applied to service and repair invoices and are apt to vary by dealer and locality.

Customer Assistance and Information Owner assistance Warranties and service problem assistance For complete information about all applica- ble warranties, including the New Car War- ranty, Perforation Warranty, Vehicle Emis- sion Warranty and Emission Perforation Warranty, consult the Warranties and Ser- vice Record Booklet which accompanies this Owner’s Manual. It also contains owner assistance information including Saab Roadside Assistance. If the booklet is lost or misplaced, a new one may be ordered through a Saab dealer or by contacting Saab. In the U.S. there is a national Customer Assistance Center at Saab Cars USA, Inc. The toll-free number to call from all 50 states is 1-800-955-9007. In Canada, please call the Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-263-1999. A list of authorized Saab sales and service dealers is available for those planning to travel in the United States and Canada. Canadian or U.S. travelers may call the Customer Assistance Center in the country in which they are traveling.

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Change of Address Notification (U.S. and Canada) Two change of address cards are provided at the end of the Warranties and Service Record Booklet. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you in the event of a recall or service campaign. Please help us keep our records up to date for your own peace of mind. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-5 car line can be ordered through the dealer. These are comprehensive manuals on CD rom, geared to use by professional techni- cians. Consult your Saab dealer for prices and for a listing for your model.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- fying Saab Cars USA, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424- 9393 (or 202/366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government If you live in Canada, and believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to Transport Canada at Box 8880, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3J2. In addition to notifying Transport Canada in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. In Canada, please call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-263- 1999. Or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7.

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Please check the OnStar subscription ser- vice agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection.

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehi- cles, has a number of sophisticated com- puter systems that monitor and control sev- eral aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle comput- ers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor condi- tions for airbag deployment, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver con- trol the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during reg- ular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash or near crash event by computer systems commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash or near crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as engine speed, throttle position, vehicle speed, seat belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance data, and the severity of a collision. These data have been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. These on-board systems are somewhat like the data recorders on many airplanes, but they do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants.

To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. Saab will not access infor- mation about a crash event or share it with others other than (a) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, (b) in response to an official request of police or similar government office, (c) as part of Saab’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or (d) as required by law. In addition, once Saab collects or receives data, Saab may (a) use the data for GM research needs, (b) make it available for research where appropriate confidentiality is to be main- tained and need is shown, or (c) share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non-Saab organiza- tions for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM.

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Specifications Specifications General______________ 270 Engine ______________ 272 Fuel_________________ 272 Engine oil____________ 273 Engine variants _______ 274 Electrical system______ 275 Drive belts ___________ 275 Manual gearbox_______ 276 Automatic transmission 276 Suspension __________ 277 Steering _____________ 277 Brake system_________ 277 Wheels and tires ______ 278 Plates and labels______ 280

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Specifications

General

Overall length, including bumpers:

9-5 Sedan_______________________ 9-5 Wagon ______________________ Overall width, including door mirrors ____ Maximum height:

9-5 Sedan_______________________ 9-5 Wagon ______________________ Wheelbase _______________________ Ground clearance __________________

190.0 in (4827 mm) 190.1 in (4828 mm) 80.4 in (2042 mm)

58.1 in (1475 mm) 59.1 in (1501 mm) 106.4 in (2703 mm) approx. 6.6 in (167 mm)

Track:

Front __________________________ Rear ___________________________ Turning circle (curb to curb) ___________ Turning circle (measured at vehicle extrem- ities) ___________________________ Number of seats (incl. driver) _________

59.9 in (1522 mm) *) 59.9 in (1522 mm) *) 37,1 ft (11.3 m)

39,0 ft (11.9 m)

*) Specified track applies to wheel sizes:

6 x 15 & 6.5 x 16

Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

Maximum train weight (GVW + max. trailer weight)

Maximum axle load, front

Maximum axle load, rear

Permissible load (in addition to driver) = GVW minus curb weight The maximum permissible axle load, front or rear, must not be exceeded.

The maximum permissible axle load, front or rear, must not be exceeded. Chassis number in engine bay

Weight ready for driving (i.e. with full fuel tank, washer-fluid reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel) ______________

3460–3780 lbs. (1570–1715 kg) Gross vehicle weight (GVW) ___________ 4390–4710 lbs. (1990–2135 kg)

Maximum axle load:

Front ___________________________ 2590 lbs. (1175 kg) Rear, 9-5 Sedan ___________________ 2310 lbs. (1050 kg) Rear, 9-5 Wagon __________________ 2480 lbs. (1125 kg)

Weight distribution:

Curb weight, front/rear ______________ 60/40 % GVW, front/rear ___________________ 50/50 %

Maximum roof load __________________ 220 lbs (100 kg)

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Trailer:

Maximum towing speed, trailer with brakes 60 mph (100 km/h) Trailer with brakes _________________ Maximum weight: 3500 lbs (1588 kg) Trailer without brakes ______________ Maximum weight: 1000 lbs (450 kg)

Maximum load on ball hitch __________ 110–165 lbs

(50–75 kg)

The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by

Saab Automobile AB. Note that local restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and weights (see page 178).

Luggage compartment

Volume (SAE): 9-5 Sedan_______________________

9-5 Wagon, rear seat upright ________

9-5 Wagon, rear seat folded _________

15.9 cu.ft. (450 litres) 31.4 cu. ft. (890 litres) 73.0 cu. ft. (2067 litres)

Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Sedan: Rear seat upright _________________ Rear seat folded down _____________ Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Wagon: Rear seat upright _________________ Rear seat folded __________________

43.0 in (1092 mm) 67.5 in (1714 mm)

42.8 in (1087 mm) 61.2 in (1732 mm)

WARNING

(cid:127) The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded.

Note that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are fitted, the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of these.

(cid:127) When carrying a load in the luggage compartment, make sure that it is tied down securely, particularly when part or all of the rear seat is folded down.

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Specifications

Engine

4-cylinder ________________________

Cylinder bores ___________________ Stroke ___________________________ Swept volume _____________________

Idling speed _______________________

Four cylinders, twin overhead cam- shafts, 16 valves and two balancer shafts. 3.54 in (90 mm) 3.54 in (90 mm) 139.7 cu.in (2.290 litres) 825 rpm (man.) 860 rpm (aut.)

Antifreeze_________________________ Saab-approved

Coolant capacity ___________________

antifreeze 7.6 qts (7.4 litres)

Fuel

Fuel grade ________________________ Unleaded gasoline

AON 87–93.

The use of fuel with an octane rating lower than that recommended can cause serious engine damage.

For optimum performance Saab recom-

mend the following fuel grades: 2.3t ____________________________ AON 90
2.3 T and 2.3Turbo ________________ AON 93 *) *) If AON 90 is used and the ambient temperature is above 77 – 86°F (25– 30°C) some decrease in engine power can occur to some extent.

Fuel-tank capacity __________________ 18.5 gal. (70 litres)

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Recommended oil viscosities

Viscosity is a measurement of the oils thickness. The thickness influences, among other things, the fuel economy. For best func- tion Saab recommends: For gasoline engines, SAE 0W-30 engine oil.

Some oil companies have engine oils meeting our requirements (GM-LL-A-025) but with other viscosities than what we recom- mend as a first choice. Those engine oils are also accepted. Extra engine oil additives Don't add anything to your oil. The recommended oils are all you will need for good engine performance and protection.

Engine oil

To meet demands in Saab's extended service intervals all engines are filled with specially designed synthetic factory fill oils. Long service intervals, fuel economy and environmental issues are the base for our choice of oil. By using oils approved by Saab you minimise the tendencies for oil sludge build, by that protecting the engine from harmful, wear increasing, deposits.

Approved oils:

All gasoline engines - Fully Synthetic Engine Oil fulfilling GM-LL-A-025 requirements. To ensure being able to take advantage of the Saab specified service intervals, be sure to select a fully synthetic engine oil ful- filling GM-LL-A-025 requirements.

Servicing/Oil changes:

To be able to use recommended service intervals the need to use only approved engine oils is vital. Use only engine oils approved for your engine. Service should be done according to the recommended service intervals to optimize your engine's function through out its entire life. Saab Automobile AB will not take responsibility for any damage that might occur due to neglecting to meet above mentioned requirements. At your Saab dealers you can find Saab Genuine or Mobil engine oils. Among those there are oils specially designed to meet your engines specific needs. We recommend that you, with the help of our skilled service personnel, choose your oil from that selection. Other oil companies also have engine oils approved according to GM specifications. Oils meeting these standards may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet your engines requirements. You should only use oil that meets your engines specific requirements (GM-LL-A-025).

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When to change engine oil

Your vehicle will display when it is time for servicing on the SID, based on the mileage and time since the last service. Under normal circumstances the service indication will come after: up to 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year. For this service system to work it is of outmost importance that the right engine oil is used. When the message for service is displayed you need to have the required service done as soon as possible. After the service your service personnel will reset the service indicator. It is important to reset the service indicator in order to optimize the time to the next service.

Oil capacity incl. filter (on changing) ____

4.1 qts (4.0 litres)

Engine variants

2.3t Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ___________ 185 hp (136 kW) Maximum torque, EEC at 1800 rpm ___ 206.5 ft.lb (280 Nm)

Compression ratio _________________ 9.3:1

2.3T Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 220 hp (161 kW) Maximum torque, EEC at 1800 rpm ____ 228.6 ft.lb (310 Nm)

Compression ratio _________________ 9.3:1

2.3 Turbo Ecopower

Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 250 hp (184 kW) Maximum torque, EEC at 1900 rpm

258.0 ft.lb. (350 Nm)

Compression ratio _________________ 9.3:1

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Drive belts

Specifications

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Voltage __________________________ Battery capacity ___________________ Starter motor ______________________ Alternator rating ____________________ Firing order _______________________ Spark plugs:

12 V 70 Ah 1.4 kW 140 A/14 V 1–3–4–2

Engine variants Drive belt _________________________ 102.84 in

Outside length

(2612 mm)

2.3t ____________________________ NGK

Electrode gap ____________________ 2.3T and 2.3 Turbo ________________ NGK

Electrode gap ____________________

BCPR 6ES-11
0.0141 in (1.05 mm)

PFR 6H-10
0.0374 in (0.95 mm)

Drive belt

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Specifications

Manual gearbox

Type ____________________________ All-synchromesh 5-speed with final drive and differen- tial

Oil ______________________________ Saab MTF 0063
1.9 qts (1.8 litres) Oil capacity _______________________ Oil volume (on changing) ____________ 1.6 qts (1.5 litres) Clutch type _______________________ Hydraulic, single

dry-plate clutch of diaphragm-spring type

Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 27–29 / 43–47

Automatic transmission

Type _____________________________ Electronically con-

trolled 5-speed, fully automatic with hydraulic torque converter, plane- tary gear set and integral final drive Lock-up function in selector positions 3, 4 and 5.

Selector-lever positions ______________ P R N D M L Transmission-fluid capacity, dry transmis-

sion (incl. torque converter and oil cooler) 7.5 qts (7 litres)

If fluid change required, approximately

3.5 litres can be drained through the drain plug in the transmission casing

Transmission fluid ___________________ Saab 3309 (mineral

oil based)

Clutch type ________________________ Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings

Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 29–30 / 46–48

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Brake system

Specifications

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Spring type, front and rear ___________ Coil springs Maximum deflection of springs:

Front __________________________ Rear ___________________________

7.09 in (180 mm) 7.87 in (200 mm)

Dampers, front and rear _____________ Gas-filled dampers

Steering

Steering _________________________ Power-assisted

Number of turns, lock to lock __________ Power-steering fluid ________________ Power-steering fluid

steering of rack-and-pinion type; telescopic steering-column shaft with universal joints 2,9

CHF 11S

Footbrake (ABS) ____________________ Hydraulic, dual-cir- cuit brake system. Diagonally split cir- cuit with vacuum servo unit. Disc brakes front and rear. EBD, see page 168.

Handbrake ________________________ Acts on rear wheels Brake fluid _________________________ DOT 4 Brake-fluid capacity _________________ 0.925 qts (900 ml) Disc diameter:

Front, ventilated ___________________ 11.34 in (288 mm) Front, ventilated, certain variants *) ____ 12.05 in (306 mm) Rear, solid _______________________ 11.26 in (286 mm) Rear, ventilated, certain variants *) ____ 11.81 in (300 mm) *) 15” wheel must not be used on these variants.

Total friction area of brake pads:

Front ___________________________ 36.3 in2 (234 cm2) Rear ___________________________ 15.5 in2 (100 cm2)

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Specifications

Wheels and tires (recommended dimensions) 2.3t

2.3 Turbo

2.3T

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Summer tires 205/65 R15 94 V 215/55 R16 93 V 225/45 R17 94 W XL/RF Winter tires 205/65 R15 94 Q 205/55 R16 91 Q 215/55 R16 93 Q 225/45 R17 94 Q XL/RF Wheel sizes 6 x 15” 6,5 x 16” 7 x 17” 15" wheels must not be fitted to the 2.3 Turbo and 2.3T since the size of the brake discs prohibits this. Speed ratings and load indices, see page 241. Always contact an authorized Saab dealer if you wish to fit other wheels or tires than those fitted as standard.

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Compact spare:

Wheel___________________________ 4 x 16
Tire_____________________________ T115/70 R16
Pressure_________________________ 60 psi (420 kPa) Maximum life _____________________ 2,200 miles

(3500 km)

Maximum speed __________________ 50 mph (80 km/h)

NOTICE

Snow chains: Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels, and may only be used with the following wheel-tire combinations: Wheels 6 x 15*)_____ 205/65 R15

Tires

6.5 x 16_____205/55 R16 M+S or

215/55 R16

Snow chains must not be fitted to 17" wheels. Max. permissible speed with snow chains fitted is 30 mph (50 km/h). Contact an authorized Saab dealer for advice on snow chains.

NOTICE

Wheels larger than 17” must not be fitted. Wheel offset must be 49 mm. Vehicles with 12.05 in (306 mm) front brake discs must not use 15” rims.

205/65 R15 94 V

215/55 R16 93 V

Load/speed mph (km/h) 1)

Lowest recommended tire pressure, cold tires Front Tire size kPa/psi 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 230/33
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 230/33
1–5 pers./100– (160–) 280/41
1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
1–5 pers./100– (160–) 290/42
1–3 pers./0–120 (0–190) 250/36
4–5 pers./0–120 (0–190) 250/36
1–5 pers./120– (190–) 300/43
1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 260/38

225/45 R17 94 W XL/RF

205/65 R15 94 Q Winter tire for 2.3t 205/55 R16 91 Q Winter tire. All variants. 215/55 R16 93 Q Winter tire. All variants. 225/45 R17 94 Q XL/RF Winter tire. All variants. T115/70 R16
Spare wheel

1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 260/38

1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 260/38

1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 250/36
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 270/39

Max 50 (80)

420/60

420/60

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1) Do not exceed posted speed limits. By cold tires is meant tires that are the same temperature as the surrounding air temperature. The values for tire pressure in the table above are for tires at 68°F (20°C). The tire pressure will increase as the tires become warm (e.g. during motor- way driving), and decrease as they cool. When the temperature of the tires increase or decrease by 10 degrees the tire pressure will correspondingly increase or decrease by 10kPa/2psi (0.1bar).

Rear kPa/psi 210/30
210/30
260/38
220/32
220/32
270/39
240/35
240/35
290/42
240/35
260/38

240/35
260/38

240/35
260/38

250/36
270/39

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Plates and labels When consulting your Saab dealer, it may be necessary to quote the car’s V.I.N., engine and gearbox numbers. 1 V.I.N. number, inside windshield. 2 Certification label. 3 Gearbox number. 4 Engine number. 5 USA: Label for color codes (trim and

body) Canada: Label for tire pressure and color codes (trim and body).

6 Chassis number plate. 7 Chassis number, stamped on body. 8 Vehicle Emission Control Information.

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position: 1
Y S 3 E F

V.I.N.:

9 10 11
9 E 6

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12

045842

2 3 4 5 6 = identification codes for certain chassis details

1 Region ___________ Y = Northern Europe 2 Country __________ S = Sweden 3 Manufacturer _____ 4 Product line ______ E = 9-5
5 Model series ______ B = 9-5 Linear with driver’s and

3 = Saab Automobile AB

passenger-side airbags D = 9-5 Arc with driver’s and passenger-side airbags H = 9-5 Aero with driver’s and passenger-side airbags

6 Body version _____

7 Gearbox __________

4-door 5-door

4 = 5 = 5 = Manual 5-speed 9 = Automatic 5-speed

8 Engine variant _____ A = E = G =

2.3T 2.3t 2.3 Turbo

9 Check digit ________ 0–9/X 10 Model year ________ 4 = 11 Factory ___________ 3 = Trollhättan 12 Serial number ______

2004

000001–999999

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Several of the systems in your Saab car can be adjusted to better fit your individual needs Some functions are governed by legal requirements and cannot therefore be reprogrammed. Consult an authorized Saab dealer for fur- ther information. Car alarm/central locking system: (cid:127) The sound level of the siren when locking/

unlocking, HIGH or LOW.

(cid:127) The number of blinks when locking/

unlocking, 1 to 7.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk when the

car is driven, 1 to 8 mph (2–14 km/h), YES or NO.

(cid:127) Preclude the unlocking of the trunk while

the car is driven, YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk after

1 second–4 minutes if it has not been opened, YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk when it is

closed, YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of all doors when the car is driven above 7.5 mph (12 km/h), YES or NO.

Saab Information Display: (cid:127) Outdoor temperature display can be

adjusted.

Miscellaneous: (cid:127) Select the on-time for heated rear seat. (cid:127) Coolant temperature gauge adjustment

can be increased/decreased.

(cid:127) Fuel level gauge adjustment can be

increased/decreased.

(cid:127) Additional sweep of the wipers after wind-

shield washer function (ON or OFF).

(cid:127) Follow me home on-time can vary from 20

to 50 seconds.

(cid:127) Night panel illumination deactivation speed for the speedometer can be adjusted.

Following adjustments can be done by the driver: Automatic Climate Control (ACC): To alter the preprogrammed ”AUTO” start up mode with your own preferences you can manually select the desired settings for: (cid:127) Temperature. (cid:127) Fan speed. (cid:127) Air distribution. See ”Programming I” on page 81 and ”Pro- gramming II” on page 82. Saab 9-5 Audio System (see page 101): (cid:127) Maximum starting volume (when the

radio is switched on).

(cid:127) Telephone volume (if the car is equipped with a phone connected to the audio sys- tem).

(cid:127) Speed dependent volume (volume

increases or decreases with vehicle speed).

(cid:127) Loudness. Daytime Running Lights: To disable, turn off the ignition and pull out fuse 35, see page 229.

Index A/C system, fault diagnosis _______ 252
A/C system, maintenance _________ 252
ABS brakes ____________________ 168
ACC __________________________ 75
ACC functions ___________________ 78
ACC, automatic climate control _____ 75
ACC, calibration _________________ 83
ACC, condensation _______________ 84
ACC, programming _______________ 81
ACC, useful tips _________________ 83
Adjusting the steering wheel _______ 120
Adjustment, seats ________________ 12
Air conditioning (A/C), fault diagnosis and maintenance ______________ 252
Air distribution, ACC ______________ 80
Airbag _________________________ 31
Alarm _________________________ 46
Alarm functions __________________ 49
Alarm signals ________________ 46, 49
Alternator _____________________ 212
Alternator drive belt __________ 212, 275
Alternator rating ________________ 275
Anticorrosion treatment ___________ 256
Antidazzle rear-view mirror ________ 125
Ashtrays ______________________ 131
Audio System ___________________ 85
Audio System, quick guide _________ 87
Autochecking of lights on starting ____ 60

Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 75
Automatic transmission, technical data _________________________ 276
Aviod theft, tip __________________ 197
Battery ________________________ 210
Battery charging/replacing ________ 211
Battery, boost starting ____________ 191
Before a long journey ____________ 258
Before towing a camper or trailer ___ 181
Belt guide ______________________ 17
Boost starting using jump leads ____ 191
Brake and clutch fluid ____________ 208
Brake-fluid reservoir _____________ 208
Brakes, technical data ____________ 277
Bulbs, changing ________________ 215
Bulbs, table of __________________ 226
Buying new tires ________________ 235
CD changer _____________________ 97
CD player ______________________ 95
CHECK messages _______________ 67
CHECKING _____________________ 67
Calibration, ACC _________________ 83
Cancelling the programmed settings _ 81
Car alarm ______________________ 46
Car care ______________________ 199
Cargo net, 9-5 Wagon ____________ 142

Index

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Carpeting, care of _______________ 253
Cassette player __________________ 92
Catalytic converter, important considerations _________________ 152
Central locking ___________________ 40
Change language in SID ___________ 68
Change of address notification _____ 266
Changing a wheel _______________ 247
Changing bulbs _________________ 215
Changing wiper blades ___________ 213
Charger/Jump starting ____________ 193
Charging the battery/Jump starting __ 193
Chassis number ________________ 280
Chassis number, key to ___________ 281
Checks before towing a camper or trailer ________________________ 181
Child safety _____________________ 23
Child safety locks, rear doors _______ 43
Cleaning, engine bay _____________ 255
Clock _______________________67, 68
Color code, body ________________ 280
Color code, trim _________________ 280
Compact spare wheel ____________ 246
Compass ______________________ 126
Condensation, ACC _______________ 84
Coolant _______________________ 207
Courtesy Headlight Feature ________ 70
Cruise control __________________ 167
Cup holder _____________________ 134

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284
DICE/TWICE ___________________ 228
Dampers ______________________ 277
Date code, tires _________________ 245
Definitions and terminology, tire ____ 242
Determining correct load, tires _____ 244
Dim-dipped beam ________________ 69
Direction indicators _______________ 71
Door handles ___________________ 40
Door mirrors ___________________ 121
Doors, locks & luggage compartment _ 39
Drive belt ______________________ 275
Drive belt, alternator _____________ 212
Drive belts, length _______________ 275
Driver’s seat, programmable ________ 14
Driving at night _________________ 185
Driving in hot weather ____________ 177
Driving with a load ______________ 185
EDR _________________________ 267
ESP __________________________ 172
Electric heating seat ______________ 15
Electric heating, front seats ________ 15
Electric windows ________________ 127
Electrical system, technical data ____ 275
Electronic Stability Program, ESP __ 172
Electronic starting interlock _________ 41
Emergency operation of sunroof ____ 129
Emission control systems _________ 202

Engine bay ____________________ 201
Engine bay, cleaning _____________ 255
Engine number _________________ 280
Engine oil, grade ________________ 273
Engine, description ______________ 203
Engine, technical data ____________ 272
Engine, temperature gauge ________ 61
Engine-oil level, checking _________ 204
Event Data Recorder ____________ 267
Expansion tank, coolant __________ 207
Fault codes, Audio System ________ 106
Flat spots, tires _________________ 234
Fluid level, automatic transmission __ 206
Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan ___ 135
Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon ___ 138
Frequently asked questions on airbag 37
Front fog lights __________________ 72
Frost warning ___________________ 64
Fuel __________________________ 154
Fuel consumption ________________ 63
Fuel filler door __________________ 146
Fuel gauge _____________________ 61
Fuel grade _____________________ 272
Fuse box under hood ____________ 231
Fuse panel ____________________ 227
Fuses ________________________ 227

Garage door opener _____________ 122
Gearbox number ________________ 280
Gearbox oil, checking ____________ 206
Gearbox, technical data, __________ 276
Glove compartment ______________ 132
Handbrake _____________________ 196
Hazard warning lights _____________ 72
Head restraint ___________________ 16
Headlight flasher _________________ 69
Headlights ______________________ 69
Hood _________________________ 200
Horn __________________________ 120
If a tire goes flat _________________ 239
Ignition switch __________________ 148
Immobilizer _____________________ 41
Indicator and warning lights _________ 54
Indicator lights ___________________ 54
Instrument illumination ____________ 71
Instruments and controls ___________ 53
Interior equipment _______________ 119
Interior lighting __________________ 130
Interior rearview mirror ___________ 121

J Jack _________________________ 249
Key ___________________________ 40
Key to chassis number ___________ 281
Key, remove ___________________ 148
LATCH (child safety) ______________ 24
Labeling, tire sidewall ____________ 240
Labels __________________________ 7
Leather upholstery, care of ________ 253
Light horn ______________________ 69
Light switches ___________________ 69
Loading your vehicle _____________ 242
Luggage-compartment lighting _____ 130
Main instrument panel ____________ 54
Main/dipped beam _______________ 69
Maintenance schedule ___________ 264
Maintenance, A/C-system _________ 252
Manual gearbox, technical data ____ 276
Maxi fuses _____________________ 228
Milometer ______________________ 60
Motoring abroad ________________ 258

New tires, buying _______________ 235
Night Panel _____________________ 67
Oil capacity, engine ______________ 272
Oil change, engine ______________ 204
Oil specification _________________ 272
OnStar ________________________ 107
Outdoor temperature ______________ 63
Owner assistance _______________ 265
Paintwork, touching-in ____________ 255
Parking Assistance ______________ 194
Parking lights ___________________ 69
Plates and labels ________________ 280
Poly-V-belt ____________________ 212
Power steering _________________ 209
Power-steering fluid _____________ 209
Pressure gauge __________________ 62
Programming I, ACC ______________ 81
Programming II, ACC _____________ 82
Programming the ACC ____________ 81

Index

285

Quality grading, tires _____________ 237
Questions on function of airbag ______ 37
Quick guide, Audio System _________ 87
Radiator fan ____________________ 212
Radio __________________________ 90
Rain sensor _____________________ 73
Rear fog light ____________________ 70
Rear seat, 9-5 Sedan, folding ______ 135
Rear seat, 9-5 Wagon, folding ______ 138
Rear-seat head restraints __________ 16
Rear-view mirror, antidazzle _______ 125
Rearview mirrors ________________ 121
Reclamation ___________________ 258
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