2005 Saab 9 5 Owners Manual

(cid:127) Sit as far back as possible from the airbag. (cid:127) Always use safety belts and child res-

traints.

Are the smoke and fumes given off when the airbag operates at all harmful? Most people who have remained in a car with little or no ventilation for several minu- tes complained only of minor irritation of the throat and eyes. Avoid as far as possible getting dust on your skin as there is a risk of skin irritation. If you suffer from asthma, the incident may bring on an attack, in which case you should follow the normal procedure advised by your doctor. It is advisable to consult a doctor afterwards. What should I do if the AIRBAG warning light comes on? If the warning light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system. The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously. You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible.

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Doors ________________ Central locking ________ Car alarm _____________

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

WARNING

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

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

Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 SportWagon)

Key / Remote control The key unit consists of a mechanical key with integrated remote control. The mechanical key is used for manual locking and unlocking. The remote control is used for remote lock- ing and unlocking. The key fits all the car’s locks. The key supplied with the car has a code number on a black plastic tag that needs to be quoted for ordering additional keys. You should therefore make a careful note of the number. The key contains a unique electronic code for your car. When the key is inserted in the ignition, the code is checked. If it matches, the car can be started. Your car is supplied with two keys. It is pos- sible to have up to four keys for a car at one time. If you loose one key you should have this replaced as soon as possible by contac- ting your Saab dealer. When the new key is programmed into the system, the missing key is automatically erased. NOTE: For this reason, we strongly advise you to take two keys with you on long jour- neys and to keep them separate. If all keys are lost, it will be necessary to replace costly electronic components as well as the keys. This loss and replacement cost is not cove- red by the new car warranty. If an additional key is to be added, all of the original keys must be brought to the dealer so that the control module can ”learn” to recognize the new components.

NOTICE

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

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

(cid:127) Never open the key. For changing the

battery, see page 41.

To check the number of keys that are pro- grammed for the car; see page 48.

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

If remote unlocking should fail to work Unlock the front door with the key. To silence the alarm, insert the key into the igni- tion switch and turn it to the ON position. The car can now be started. Contact your local Saab dealer to have the system checked and repaired.

Locking/unlocking the car

WARNING

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

When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected.

Remote locking (1)

once on the control: all doors

Press locked. The hazard warning lights will flash once. The trunk/tailgate release switch on the dri- ver´s door will not work when all doors are locked.

Remote unlocking (2)

once on the control: the driver´s

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

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Locking/unlocking by key 1 To lock 2 To unlock

Switch for operation of central locking

Locking by key (1) When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected. Turn the key clockwise: all doors locked. The trunk/tailgate release switch on the dri- ver’s door will not work when all doors are locked.

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

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

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

the switch once.

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

switch once.

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

twice.

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

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

WARNING

Having the doors locked when you are driving will reduce the likelihood of: (cid:127) Passengers, especially children, ope- ning doors and falling out of the car. (cid:127) Intruders entering the car when it is

moving slowly or at a standstill.

(cid:127) Injury resulting from a door bursting

open in the event of a crash.

However, you must also remember that locked doors can hamper rescuers in the event of a crash.

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

WARNING

If small children ride in the rear seats, the safety locks on rear doors should be acti- vated to prevent unintentional opening from the inside.

Child safety lock on rear doors

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Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the Saab Infor- mation Display (SID) will issue the following message: ”Remote control battery low. Replace battery.” Press the CLEAR button on the SID to ack- nowledge this message. You must then replace the battery without delay to avoid malfunctions. The life of the battery is nor- mally 4 years.Contact a Saab dealer to have the battery replaced.

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Unlocking The trunk lid is unlocked using:

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

button on the key

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

Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc- tion indicators flashing three times. The trunk lid switch on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked.

Locking The trunk lid release is locked automatically when closed.

Trunk lid switch

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

Trunk Release Handle

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

NOTICE

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

Tailgate, 9-5 SportWagon The tailgate is not unlocked when the other car doors are unlocked. The tailgate button on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked or moving at a speed greater than 2.7 mph (4 km/h).

Unlocking The tailgate is unlocked using:

button on the key

(cid:127) The (cid:127) The tailgate switch on the inside of the dri- ver’s door (if the car is unlocked and at a standstill)

Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc- tion indicators flashing three times.

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Locking The tailgate is locked using:

(cid:127) The

button on the key

button on the centre console

(cid:127) The (cid:127) The key in the driver’s door. (cid:127) When vehicle speed exceeds 2 mph

(4 km/h).

Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) Each time the key is removed from the igni- tion, the electronic starting interlock is acti- vated and the car is thus immobilized, see also page 45. Reprogramming lock system functions Certain lock system functions can be repro- grammed by your authorized Saab dealer; see page 264.

Grab handle

NOTICE

Use the grab handle to assist in closing the tailgate. Avoid the following, due to the risk of lock mechanism damage when the tailgate is closed. (cid:127) Never grasp the lock mechanism as

this can lock the mechanism.

(cid:127) Never close the lock mechanism

manually.

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Car alarm

WARNING

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

The car alarm (anti-theft system) is acti- vated/deactivated when the car is locked/unlocked by the remote control or by the key, see page 39. The antenna for the alarm system is located in the center console. All the doors plus trunk lid/tailgate and hood are monitored by microswitches.

If a door or the trunk lid/tailgate or hood has been left open when the car is locked, the LED on the fascia will flash (three times per second) for ten seconds to indicate this.

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

Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 SportWagon)

Your Saab 9-5 is equipped with an Electro- nic starting interlock (immobilizer), see page 45 for details. The car alarm is armed 10 seconds after the car has been locked by the remote control. During this ten-second delay period, the doors, trunk lid/tailgate and hood may still be opened without the alarm being trigge- red. The LED indicator on the instrument panel fascia will be on continuously during this period, at the end of which it will start to flash (once every other second).

Check to ensure that all the doors, plus trunk lid/tailgate and hood, are closed pro- perly. If the fault persists (LED flashing when another attempt is made to activate the car alarm by remote control), lock the car using the key instead. The car alarm will not have been activated and you should contact an authorized Saab dealer. To avoid inconvenience caused by the alarm being triggered inadvertently, make sure that anyone else using the car is fami- liar with how both the car alarm and the lock- ing system work. If the alarm is tripped (the direction indica- tors are flashing and the horn is on) it can be turned off by unlocking the car using the

button.

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

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

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

minutes.

(cid:127) Horn wailing for 30 seconds. The alarm signals will stop if the alarm is deactivated (car unlocked) during the alarm period.

Panic-function In the car alarm system there is a feature called "Panic-function". To activate panic function: (cid:127) Push and hold one of the buttons on the key for 2 seconds. Or, if you are sitting inside the car, push the LOCK-switch on the center console for 2 seconds.

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

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

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Battery for key

Car-battery voltage

The battery for the key will normally have a life of 4 years. When the battery needs changing, ”Remote control battery low. Replace battery.” will appear on the Saab Information Display (SID). Contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the battery is disconnected while the alarm is active (car is locked), for example during an attempt to steal the car, the alarm will be triggered.

Alarm signals may differ between model variants for different countries. Some of the car-alarm functions can be reprogrammed – con- sult your Saab dealer for further details (see page 264).

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

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

Key

Horn wails for 30 seconds. To switch off the alarm, deactivate the system in the normal way (unlocking). The range of the key is normally 5–10 yds. (5– 10 metres), although it can be substantially more than this in ideal conditions (range can vary gre- atly depending on the position of the car and its surroundings). If the key is not working, it may be because the code signal has not been synchronized with that in the control module for the car alarm. To rectify this, press the unlock button on the key at least four times in quick succession. When it is recog- nized, the door locks will cycle. If a key is lost, the new one will have to be pro- grammed (all keys must be present) to match the car’s unique security code. Contact an author- ized Saab dealer.

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LED signal

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

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

Closing of door, trunk lid/tailgate or hood after delay period. Car immobilized but not locked. Car alarm not activated. Fault in a switch serving doors, hood or trunk lid.

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

Some signals may differ between model variants for different countries.

SID message Theft protection failure. Contact service.

Key not accepted. Contact service.

Remote control battery low. Replace battery. (cid:127) REMOTE KEY (cid:127) TRANSPONDR

Reason/action Probably a fault in one of the sensors or the horn. Have the car checked by an authori- zed Saab dealer. Fault in key transmitter or in igni- tion-switch receiver. Turn ignition switch to ON and press the unlock button on the key. Start the engine. Have the car checked by an authori- zed Saab dealer. Fit a new battery in the key, see page 41. Turn the ignition key to position ON and then press the button for ope- ning the trunk lid. Saab Information Display (SID) displays the number of keys and transmitters (transponders) coded to the car.

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

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

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

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PUSH ON

VOL

PULL BAL

AUTO

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BAS

TRE

FAD

ECON OFF

DOLBY B NR

…F …C

AS

SEARCH

AUTO

Indicator and warning lights _______________ Instruments ___________ Saab Information Display (SID) ________________ Switches _____________ Automatic climate control (ACC) _______________

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61 67

73

ECON OFF

CLEAR

CLEAR

SET

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U.S. shown, Canada similar

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

6 Fuel gauge 7 Engine temperature gauge 8 Trip meter reset button 9 Odometer and trip meter

Indicator and warning lights A number of indicator and warning lights will come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. Under normal conditions, these should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (see page 58).

Central warning light

This light will come on and a chime will sound if a fault has been detected in any system that is critical to safety. Any of the following can activate the central warning light and alarm: (cid:127) Airbag system. (cid:127) Low oil pressure in engine. (cid:127) Parking brake is on (when car is moving). (cid:127) Brake fluid level low. (cid:127) Fault detected in ABS system. (cid:127) Electronic brake force distribution (distri- bution of brake pressure between front and rear wheels).

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

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Warning, oil pressure (engine oil)

if This light will come on together with the engine oil pressure is dangerously low. If the light flashes or comes on while you are driving, stop the car, switch off the engine and check the engine oil level (see page 186).

NOTICE

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

Warning, charging

Brake warning light

if

This light will come on together with the battery is discharging. If it comes on while you are driving, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 194). If the belt has broken, the engine may overheat (cooling system will not func- tion properly), the battery will not be char- ged, the A/C compressor will not run and power assistance for the steering will be lost.

if This light will come on together with there is insufficient brake fluid in the reser- voir (see pages 189). If the ABS warning light is on at the same time, the ABS system may be inoperative because of a fault (see ”Anti-lock brake war- ning”, page 54).

WARNING

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

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Parking brake warning light

This light will show when the parking brake is on (see page 179). If the car is driven with the parking brake still

will also come on and a chime will

on, sound. The parking brake is mechanical and opera- tes on the rear wheels.

WARNING

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake when

parking, see page 179.

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key.

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

the car is moving.

Anti-lock brake warning

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

On certain variants

and

as well

can light up to indicate a fault in the

as electronic brake force distribution system (distribution of the brake pressure between the front and rear wheels). Conventional braking without the ABS func- tion will still be available. For safety reasons, stop the car and check the level of the brake fluid (see page 189). If the level is normal, depress the brake pedal firmly two or three times. Now check the level again. If the level is still normal, you may drive the car, with considerable cau- tion, to the nearest authorized Saab dealer to have the brake system checked.

WARNING

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

danger of the rear wheels locking up on hard braking.

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

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Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)

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

will come on if

WARNING

(cid:127) If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. One or more of the following conditions may occur: – Non-deployment of the airbags in the

event of a crash.

– Deployment of the airbags without a

crash.

– Deployment of the airbags in crashes

less severe than intended.

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

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

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

WARNING

An illuminated ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” indicator light indica- tes an engine-related problem. While your car may be able to be driven with the ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to have your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to your car and create unsafe driving conditions. The driver should be prepared to take action if such unsafe conditions arise (e.g.brake smoothly, engage neutral, stop in a suita- ble place, switch off the engine, etc.).

This light indicates a malfunction in the fuel-injection or ignition system. The car may still be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance (see page 136).

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NOTICE

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

Indicator, fuel

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

NOTICE

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

CHECK message indicator

This light indicates that there is a message in the Saab Information Display (SID). A chime will also sound (see page 64).

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Indicator, cruise control

This light shows when the cruise-control system is active (see page 151).

Indicator, high beam

This light shows when the headlights are on high beam (see page 67).

Xenon headlight fault indicator (if equipped)

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

Indicator, rear fog light

NOTICE

This light shows when the rear fog light is on (see page 68). The rear fog light is switched off automat- ically when the engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it should not be mistaken for brake lights.

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

Indicator, open door

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

Indicator, SPORT-mode automatic transmission

This light will come on in cars with automatic transmission when the S (SPORT) button on the selector lever has been pressed (position N or D) see page 150. In this mode, the gear changes occur later, at higher engine revs, giving the engine and transmission a sportier feel. To cancel the SPORT mode, press the S button on the selector lever again. The mode is also deselected automatically when the selector lever is moved to P, R, M or L, or when the ignition is switched off.

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Indicator ESP OFF

Indicator ESP

The indicator light goes on when the Elec- tronic Stability Program is switched off with the ESP-button. IMPORTANT: the system is automatically engaged every time the engine is started (see page 155). The indicator light also goes on when there is a fault in the system. In this case the light cannot be turned off by means of the ESP button. If a fault is indicated, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. See also “Electronic Stability Program (ESP) on page 155.

The ESP indicator light is located in the tachometer and will be illuminated when ESP regulation is occurring, i.e. when there is insufficient traction between the tires and the road surface to provide the grip required for the acceleration called for. The driver can also sense that the engine is not responding normally to the accelerator. Operation of the ESP indicates reduced traction between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver. In normal driving, the ESP will help to improve both ride comfort and safety, but must not be regarded as a system to enable the driver to drive at or maintain a higher rate of speed. The same precautions for safe cornering and driving on slippery roads must still be applied (see page 155).

Automatic transmission, fault indicator

On a car with an automatic transmission, this warning symbol is illuminated if a fault has been detected in the transmission. Switch the ignition off and on again to check if the fault persists. Even if the fault persists, it is still possible in most cases to drive the car (see page 146). Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible.

NOTICE

If the control module has actuated the Limp-home function for the automatic transmission, the car will remain in 5th gear when D is selected, making it very sluggish. To overcome this, select posi- tion L to prevent unnecessary wear on the transmission. The transmission then starts in 2nd gear. When the car is moving you can select position D. When the indicator light is on, the car must not be driven with a trailer attached.

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

(cid:127) Central warning light

(cid:127) Oil pressure warning light

(cid:127) Warning, charging

Instruments Tachometer The tachometer indicates the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute. The needle may be allowed to enter the broken red zone on the dial only for an instant. A safety cut-out function (in the fuel system) prevents the engine speed from exceeding approximately 6,000 rpm.

Odometer and trip meter The odometer records the distance traveled in miles on U.S. vehicles and on Canadian vehicles the distance indicated is in kilome- tres, and the trip meter in miles and tenths (kilometres and tenths of kilometres on Canadian vehicles). Reset button The reset button has two functions, determi- ned by whether the ignition is ON or OFF. (cid:127) When the ignition is ON, pressing the

button will reset the trip meter.

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

lights up for 20 seconds enabling you to read the odometer and trip meter. Pres- sing the button a second time within these 20 seconds will reset the trip meter.

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

Fuel gauge Fuel-tank capacity, 18.5 US gal. (70 liters). The fuel gauge shows the amount of fuel left in the tank. When this is down to about 2.5 gal. (10 liters), a warning light on the main instrument panel will come on (see page 55). Use the Saab Information display (SID) to check the approximate distance that can be traveled on the remaining fuel (see page 61).

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

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

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NOTICE

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

Check fuse 1 (radiator fan) in the fuse panel under the hood, see page 215. If the needle repeatedly enters the red zone, stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so and check the coolant level by looking at the level visible through the plastic tank – do not remove the cap. If the coolant level falls below the MIN mark, the Saab Information Display (SID) will dis- play the message ”Coolant level low. Refill.”.

WARNING

Never open the cap of the expansion tank completely when the engine is hot, open with care. The pressure in the coo- ling-system can cause hot coolant and steam to be released. Failure to heed this warning may result in personal injury.

If the needle repeatedly enters the red zone and the engine at the same time loses power, because the monitoring system is holding the charging pressure down, you should contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the speed exceeds 149 mph/240 km/h (155 mph/250 km/h, 9-5 Aero) the increase in speed will be limited by the lowering of the boost pressure. The pressure gauge then moves towards the middle of the orange zone, indicating reduced engine output and thus reduces the speed of the car as well.

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

Saab Information Display (SID)

WARNING

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

The Saab Information Display (SID) shows CHECK messages and incorporates eight trip-computer functions. The SID is also used by the Audio System.

Selector lever indication (Automatic transmission) The position of the selector lever is indica- ted on the main instrument panel. If manual mode is selected, the current gear is also displayed.

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CLEAR

SET

NIGHT PANEL

Trip computer Selecting the function Use the the following functions and use the

button to scroll back up through the func- tions:

button to scroll down through

Dist

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

Arriv Alarm Speed W Speed warning (chime).

Use the following functions:

button to scroll through the

Date Temp. D.T.E.

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

Fuel ∅ Average fuel consumption

since function last reset.

Speed ∅ Average speed since function

last reset.

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

WARNING

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

Entering values for the functions Values can be entered for the following functions: Speed ∅, Dist, Arriv, Alarm and Speed W. 1 Select the desired function using

or

2 Press the SET button for at least one

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

3 Use

or

to increase or

decrease the value (press CLEAR to reset).

4 Press SET to record the value.

Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated using the values for fuel consumed and dis- tance driven since last reset. This value is stored in the car’s trip computer even when the engine is switched off.

(cid:127) Select Fuel Ø with To reset the value, press the CLEAR button for 4 seconds. A chime will be heard and CLEARED will be displayed.

Setting the date 1 Use 2 Press the SET button for at least one

to select Date.

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

or

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

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

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

function.

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

2 Press SET to turn on the function.

Press CLEAR to turn off the function.

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

button.

Calculation of arrival time: 1 Select Dist using the 2 Set the destination distance. 3 Press SET. When Arriv. is selected during the journey, the arrival time based on the average speed over the past 20 minutes will be displayed. The trip computer will include any stops in the calculation of the estimated time of arrival. Press Dist and the distance remaining to the destination will be displayed in the same way. After the distance to destination has decreased to zero, the Dist will function as a trip meter (see ”Using Dist as a trip meter”). The starting value for the trip meter will be the last distance set in the Dist function. Example: The Dist setting was 100 miles. Once 100 miles (160 km) has been cove- red, the Dist will start to function as a trip meter, starting at the initial setting of 100 miles (160 km).

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To calculate the arrival time if a specified average speed is maintained 1 Select Dist using the 2 Set the distance to be covered. 3 Press to select Speed Ø. 4 Set the average speed you intend to

button.

drive.

5 Press SET to display the estimated arri-

val time.

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

to select Dist.

Calculating the requisite average speed: 1 Press 2 Set the distance to be covered. to select Arriv. 3 Press 4 Set the desired arrival time. 5 Press SET to display the average speed

you need to maintain to arrive at the desired time.

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

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

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

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

speed).

Programmed values for Dist, Alarm and Speed W will not be reset (see the respec- tive function).

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

Night panel To improve night-driving conditions inside the car, the Night Panel mode can be selec- ted. In this mode, the amount of information displayed is reduced, and only the most important instruments and displays will be illuminated. When the Night Panel button is pressed, only the speedometer will be illuminated (up to the 87-mph or 140-km/h graduation), all the other instruments illumination being ext- inguished and their needles moved to zero. Both the SID and the ACC displays will be extinguished and the backlighting for swit- ches and other controls will be dimmed. Note: All indicator and warning lights, together with the display of CHECK messa- ges, will operate as normal, except ”Out- door temperature”, see page 62.

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

(display comes on for ten seconds).

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

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

The following messages may be displayed:

Message

Fog light failure. Rear light failure. Brake light failure. Washer fluid level low. Refill. Coolant level low. Refill. Remote control battery low. Replace battery. Key not accepted. Contact service. Theft protection failure. Contact service. Gearbox too hot. Make a safe stop. Time for service. 1)

See page 198
203
203

196

188

41

48

48

146

246

1) This message will be displayed approximately 600 miles (1,000 km) before the next scheduled service is due, or when 365 days have elapsed since the last service. The message should be cleared at the time of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). This message can also be deleted by first briefly pressing the CLEAR button, then depressing it a second time for at least eight seconds until ”SERVICE” appears on the display and a chime sounds. The message can only be deleted when it is shown on the SID.

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

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

°F

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

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

Selecting units and language 1 Press CLEAR and SET simultaneously for four seconds until a chime sounds. to select the requi-

2 Press

or

red units.

3 Touch SET. 4 Press

or red language.

5 Touch SET.

to select the requi-

Switches

Daytime running lights

The parking lights and daytime running lights come on automatically when the igni- tion switch is ON. Note to owners in the U.S.: If you do not want Daytime Running Lights, this feature can be disconnected: switch off the engine and remove fuse No. 35 (see page 213). Note to owners in Canada: Daytime Run- ning Lights must not be disconnected as they are a Canadian Federal legal require- ment.

Parking lights

The parking lights can be switched on regardless of the position of the ignition switch. Do not use parking lights when dri- ving. Note: The lighting switch must be in parking light or headlight position (low beam posi- tion only) to operate the fog lights (see page 70).

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Light switches

1 High beam signal 2 High/low beam switching

High beam flasher The headlights come on to high beam when the stalk is pulled to the first spring-loaded position (position 1) and remain on until the stalk is released.

Headlights

The headlights come on automatically when the ignition is ON and go off when the igni- tion switch is turned to the LOCK position. The parking lights, however, can be on when the ignition switch is in the LOCK posi- tion. High/low beam To switch between high and low beam, pull the control stalk fully towards you (position 2). When the high beam is on, the indicator on the main instrument panel will be illuminated.

WARNING

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

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Courtesy Headlight Feature A delay function allows the headlights to remain on low beam for about 30 seconds after the driver’s door has been closed. To activate this function, (cid:127) Switch off the ignition and remove the key (cid:127) Open the driver’s door (cid:127) Pull the high/low beam control stalk

towards the steering wheel like you are flashing the high beam, see page 67. The low beam headlights will now come on immediately after the driver’s door has been closed (within 30 seconds) and will remain on for about 30 seconds.

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

Rear fog light

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

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

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

Instrument illumination

Instrument illumination The brightness of the instrument illumina- tion can be varied by means of the dimmer switch adjacent to the headlight switch. (See also Night panel on page 65). In daylight or other equally bright light, the instrument and switch illumination is auto- matically extinguished.

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Front fog lights (if equipped) The front fog lights can be activated in both low beam headlight and parking light posi- tions. Fog lights should only be used in poor visibility conditions. Make sure you are familiar with the app- licable provincial/state law regarding the use of fog lights.

Hazard warning lights

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

WARNING

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

Reversing lights The reversing lights come on automatically when reverse gear is engaged or selected with the ignition switched on.

Wipers and washers There are three intermittent wiper positions. Moving the control stalk to the spring-loa- ded position between 0 and 2 will produce a single sweep of the wipers. The wipers are designed for optimal clea- ning at all driving speeds. At higher speeds, it may be possible to detect a slight ”sweep- ing” sound. This may be due to the increased air pressure on the blades at higher speeds. Headlight washers (if equipped) If low beam is on, the headlights are washed every fifth time the windshield washers are used or if 2 minutes have elapsed since the windshield was last washed. The headlight washers cannot be activated separately. The headlight washers are of the high-pres- sure type, which means that other parts of the car may become wet if you activate the washers while the car is stationary.

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04

0 OFF 1 Intermittent operation 2 Low speed 3 High speed 4 Washers

Rain sensing wipers (if equipped)

WARNING

Turn the rain sensor off if the ignition is ON when clearing snow and ice from the windshield, to avoid personal injury.

Control for setting wiper delay 1 Long delay 2 Short delay

NOTICE

To avoid damaging the windshield wipers, turn the rain sensor off before washing the car in an automatic carwash.

The rain sensor automatically controls the windshield wipers. The sensor is located on the windshield beside the rearview mirror. The system varies between single sweeps of the windshield and continuous wiping depending on how much water or snow there is on the windshield.

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Activate the system by lifting the control stalk to position 1. The wipers make one sweep for reference to see how much water and snow is on the windshield. In future, the sensor compares the amount of water and snow on the windshield with this reference value. When the engine has been switched off, the control stalk must be moved to posi- tion 0 and back to position 1 to reactivate the sensor. Set the sensitivity using the control on the wiper stalk (the same control as used for wiper delay on cars not fitted with a rain sen- sor). The sensor has three sensitivity set- tings. It is most sensitive when in the upper- most position (1). When a higher degree of sensitivity is selected, the wipers make one sweep of the windshield for reference. The rain sensor has a daylight and a night time mode. The sensor measures the amount of available light and automatically selects the appropriate mode. The sensor is more sensitive at night. The function of the rain sensor is impaired by dry snow.

position provides washing and

Rear-window wiper (9-5 SportWagon) The rear-window wiper and washer are ope- rated with the same stalk switch as used for washing and wiping the windshield and headlights. This stalk has two additional switches, ON/OFF and The ON position provides intermittent wiping. The wiping. After a few sweeps the wiper stops or reverts to intermittent wiping, if this has been chosen. About 15 seconds after com- pletion of the washing/wiping of the rear window, the wiper makes a single sweep to wipe away any remaining washer fluid. A spring-loaded position between the OFF and ON positions allows for a single sweep of the rear-window wiper. Intermittent wiping of the rear window occurs when reverse gear is engaged if the windshield wipers are in position 1, 2 or 3, see page 71. For how to adjust the rear window washer jet on the 9-5 SportWagon, refer to page 195.