93U SM 06.
93U SM 06.book Page 2 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 2 Introduction This manual provides practical guidance on driving and caring for your Saab. Although this manual describes the most important differences between model variants, it does not specify the equipment or features included on individual models. Importation and distribution of Saab automobiles, spare parts and accessories are handled exclusively by Saab Cars USA, Inc. in the United States and by General Motors of Canada Limited in Canada.
93U SM 06.
93U SM 06.
93U SM 06.
93U SM 06.
93U SM 06.book Page 7 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 7 Engine bay, 2.
93U SM 06.book Page 8 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 8 Warning labels Radiator fan: Radiator fan may start at any time. A/C system: Refrigerant at high pressure. Do not loosen or remove the A/C system fittings before discharging the A/C system. Improper service methods may cause personal injury. System to be serviced by qualified personnel only. For instructions consult dealer manual. The A/C system complies with SAE J639. Charge: 680 g R134a. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG oil SP-10 alt.
3U SM 06.book Page 9 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9 Jack • Jack is designed only for changing a tire or mounting tire snow chains. • Vehicle must be level and jack must be placed on firm and level ground. • Never crawl underneath vehicle when it is jacked up. JACKING INSTRUCTION USA 1 Set parking brake and shift transmission to park. 2 Fit top of jack into jacking point next to wheel to be changed. 3 Crank jack so that vehicle begins to lift.
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93U SM 06.book Page 11 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety 11 Safety Safety belts ___________ Seats ________________ Head restraints ________ Child safety ___________ Airbag________________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
93U SM 06.book Page 12 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 12 Safety Safety belts WARNING • Buckle up and adjust your safety belt before driving off so that you can pay full attention to the traffic. • Safety belts must be worn at all times by all occupants. • Child safety, see page 24. • Check that the locking tongue is properly locked in the belt lock. • In the event of a crash, a rear-seat passenger not wearing a safety belt will be thrown forward against the front-seat backrests.
93U SM 06.book Page 13 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Correct position for safety belt WARNING Correct seating position Proper positioning of the safety belt is extremely important. • An out of position safety belt can result in the wearer sliding underneath the belt in a crash (submarining) and injury can result from the lap portion cutting into the abdomen. • Never fasten the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind the body or pull the belt off the shoulder and under the arm.
93U SM 06.book Page 14 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 14 Safety To fasten the belt Front safety belts Fasten the belt by pulling the belt and inserting the tongue in the buckle. Check that it is securely fastened. Position the lap part low across the hips. Grasp the shoulder belt close to the buckle and pull the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. The belt must be as far in on the shoulder as possible.
93U SM 06.book Page 15 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Adjust the belt so that it is as high up as possible without rubbing against the neck. To avoid chafing in the case of a short person, the guide can be lowered until the belt comes about an inch (a few centimeters) from the throat but still provides safe restraint. Raise the belt guide by pushing it upward to the desired position. To lower it, depress the catch release button while lowering the guide.
93U SM 06.book Page 16 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 16 Safety Safety belt pretensioners WARNING If the car is involved in a crash, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other components must be inspected and replaced as necessary. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belt yourself. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer for any necessary repairs.
93U SM 06.book Page 17 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Safety belts, rear seat, Sport Sedan and SportCombi Safety belts rear seat, Convertible, see page 77 WARNING • Make sure that the belt does not become trapped when the backrest is folded down or raised (see page 146). • If cargo has to be placed on a seat, it must be properly secured with the safety belt. This reduces the risk of the cargo being thrown about during hard braking or a crash, which could cause personal injury.
93U SM 06.book Page 18 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 18 Safety Seats Manually adjusted front seats 3 We recommend that adjustments to the driver’s seat be performed in the following order: 1 Height 2 Legroom 3 Backrest rake angle 4 Head restraint height Lastly, adjust the position of the steering wheel (see page 128). The following front seat adjustments can be made to achieve a comfortable driving position: Electrically adjustable front seats 3 See page 20.
93U SM 06.book Page 19 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Adjusting the legroom Legroom adjustment Lift the lever under the front of the seat and slide the seat to the desired position. WARNING Check that the seat is locked in the new position. If not, it may move while the car is being driven and it could result in injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
93U SM 06.book Page 20 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 20 Safety Electrically adjustable front seats 3 WARNING • The seats are actuated by powerful motors. Bear this in mind when adjusting the seat, and make sure that nothing gets caught and damaged. Ensure that nothing can be trapped behind the seat when adjusting it. • Bear in mind that children can be injured if they play with the electricallyoperated seats.
93U SM 06.book Page 21 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Adjusting the rake angle Backrest rake angle WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that the safety belt, airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in the event of emergency braking or a crash, in particular a rear-end crash. Adjust the rake angle of the backrest with the rear lever.
93U SM 06.book Page 22 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 22 Safety When the ignition is ON, all seat settings can be adjusted. When the door is open and before the remote control has been inserted into the ignition switch, all seat settings can be adjusted for up to 20 minutes. The memory also includes the door mirror settings. Storing and restoring settings 1 Adjust the seat and the door mirrors. The lumbar support is not included by the memory function.
93U SM 06.book Page 23 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Head restraints Sport Sedan and sportCombi Head restraint, Convertible, see page 76. WARNING • Adjust the head restraint so that the head is optimally supported and the center of the head restraint is at ear height, thus reducing the likelihood of neck injury in a crash. • Raise the head restraints in the seats that are occupied. The front seats are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs).
93U SM 06.book Page 24 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 24 Safety Child safety WARNING • Children must always be suitably restrained in the car.
93U SM 06.book Page 25 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety General information on child safety The same attention must be given to child safety in the car as is given to adults. Children travel most safely when properly restrained. However, the type of restraint must be appropriate for the size of the child. We recommend that you always consult your Saab dealer before fitting a child seat, child restraint or booster cushion.
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93U SM 06.book Page 27 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety 27 LATCH child seat installation Before starting the installation, please read through this instruction, and the child seat installation instruction. 1 Place the child restraint on one of the designated outboard rear seat cushions. 2 Slide the attachment on the child restraint in between the seat cushion and backrest. 3 Press the child restraint down on the seat, 1 in illustration.
93U SM 06.book Page 28 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 28 Safety Child tether anchorages for forward facing child seats Sport Sedan Convertible, see page 30 WARNING Child top tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult safety belts. Child restraints with a tether strap must be attached according to Canadian and U.S. safety standards.
93U SM 06.book Page 29 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Child tether anchorages for forward facing child seats SportCombi WARNING Child top tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult safety belts. Child restraints with a tether strap must be attached according to Canadian and U.S. safety standards. If you have any questions regarding child anchorages please contact your Saab dealer.
93U SM 06.book Page 30 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 30 Safety Child tether anchorages for forward facing child seats Convertible WARNING Child top tether anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult safety belts. Child restraints with a tether strap must be attached according to Canadian and U.S. safety standards.
93U SM 06.book Page 31 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Installation of child restraint using the standard safety belt WARNING Failure to follow all the manufacturer’s instructions on the use of child restraint systems can cause your child to strike the vehicle´s interior during a sudden stop or crash. Child restraints that are approved for rearward facing installation in the rear seat can be positioned in any of the three rear places.
93U SM 06.book Page 32 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 32 Safety Airbag Airbag system components WARNING To reduce risk of death or serious injury: • Always wear your safety belt. • Always adjust your seat so that you are as far back as possible but still able to operate the pedals and reach the steering wheel and controls comfortably. • Passengers 12 and under or shorter than 55 inches (140 cm) must always travel in the rear seat as the car is fitted with a passenger airbag.
93U SM 06.book Page 33 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Inflated airbag (driver’s side). Inflation and deflation of airbag takes approx. 0.1 s The driver and passenger front airbags are triggered by violent front-end crashes. They are not activated by minor front-end impacts, if the car overturns or by rear- and side-impacts. The car is equipped as standard with a passenger airbag.
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93U SM 06.book Page 35 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety WARNING • Even if the car is equipped with AIRBAGS, safety belts must still always be worn by all occupants. • Note that because an airbag inflates and deflates extremely rapidly, it will not provide protection against a second impact occurring in the same incident. Always use your safety belt. • Always sit with the whole of your back in contact with the backrest of the seat, and with your seat as far back as is practical.
93U SM 06.book Page 36 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 36 Safety Operation of the steering wheel airbag in a front-end crash Front passenger seat WARNING Moment of impact. WARNING Sensors detect a deceleration and send a signal via the control module to a gas generator that inflates the airbag. The inflating airbag cushions the driver. Airbag now fully inflated. The airbag starts to deflate. Never secure a rear-facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag.
93U SM 06.book Page 37 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety • Never place anything on the dash or in front of the seat as, in addition to being a hazard to passengers, this could interfere with the function of the airbag in the event of a crash. The same applies to the mounting of accessories on the dash. • Keep feet on the floor – never put feet up on the dash, on the seat or out of the window. • Do not carry anything in your lap.
93U SM 06.book Page 38 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 38 Safety WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
93U SM 06.book Page 39 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety The passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the right front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger’s seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active.
93U SM 06.book Page 40 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 40 Safety Head protection The pillar trim and headlining (not Convertible soft top) are designed to absorb energy, softening possible blows to the head. After a crash, these items must be changed in the seat positions that were occupied. Never fit accessories to the pillar trim or headlining as these could reduce the effectiveness of the head protection and inflatable curtain (Sport Sedan and SportCombi).
93U SM 06.book Page 41 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety 41 The side-impact protection is only activated on the side of impact, while the safety belt pretensioners on both sides are deployed. The front seats and outer rear seats have safety belt pretensioners. There are two sensors on each side of the car, one at the rear of each door sill and one in the lower part of each C-pillar. Convertible: The Convertible has two side impact protection sensors, one on each side of the car.
93U SM 06.book Page 42 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 42 Safety Inflatable curtains, Sport Sedan and SportCombi WARNING • Do not sit with your head resting against the side window. The inflatable curtain is designed to inflate between the window and the head. Resting the head against the window could prevent the inflatable curtain from providing the intended protection. • Hang only light clothes from the hooks on the rear seat courtesy handles.
93U SM 06.book Page 43 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Airbag warning lamp WARNING Prohibited seating position For optimal protection, do not sit too close to the door. Bear this in mind, for example, if someone is sleeping in the car. The inflatable curtain comes down from the headlining and covers a large portion of the side windows. • If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. See page 87.
93U SM 06.book Page 44 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 44 Safety WARNING When an airbag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can not get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door.
93U SM 06.book Page 45 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Scrapping or working on airbag and belt pretensioners WARNING • Under no circumstances should any modifications be made that affect the steering wheel or the airbag’s electrical circuitry. • During any welding, both battery cables must be disconnected and covered. • Before quick drying paint in the vicinity of the electronic control module, the module’s grounding points and wiring must be covered.
93U SM 06.book Page 46 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 46 Safety When do the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board inflate? The airbag will only be inflated under certain predetermined conditions in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash, depending on such factors as the force and angle of the impact, the speed of the car on impact, and the resistance to deformation of the impacting object. The airbag can only be activated once in the same incident.
93U SM 06.book Page 47 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Safety Are the dust 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 minutes complained only of minor irritation of the throat and eyes. Avoid as much as possible getting dust on your skin as there is a risk of skin irritation.
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93U SM 06.book Page 49 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security 49 Security Doors ________________ Central locking ________ Car alarm _____________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
93U SM 06.book Page 50 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 50 Security Doors Central locking Open the door by lifting the door handle. The following message appears on the Saab Information Display (SID) if a door is not closed (text displayed first when vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h) and the door has still not been closed): Close doors. 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.
93U SM 06.book Page 51 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security 51 Remote control functions NOTICE The remote control contains delicate electronics. • Do not expose it to water. • Avoid rough handling. Remote control 1 2 3 4 Locks car Unlocks car and turns on cabin lighting Unlocks and opens trunk lid. Turns on exterior and cabin lighting. Activates panic function • Do not place the remote control where it may be subjected to high temperatures, e.g. on the instrument panel.
93U SM 06.book Page 52 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 52 Security Locking/unlocking the car 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. Never lock anyone in the car. Remote locking and unlocking also control the car alarm. Remote locking Press the button once: Sport Sedan: all doors locked. SportCombi: all doors and tailgate locked.
93U SM 06.book Page 53 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security 53 Locking a car with dead battery Trunk lid/Tailgate The steering wheel lock requires sufficient battery voltage to lock and unlock. If the battery voltage drops below a certain level while the remote control is in the ignition switch, you will not be able to remove the remote control.
93U SM 06.book Page 54 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 54 Security Switches on front doors The central locking can also be operated from inside the car using the button by each front door handle. Locking the car with the remote control renders these buttons inoperative. Sport Sedan: If you are sitting in the car and pressing the button on the driver’s door, the driver’s door will unlock. Pressing the button a second time will unlock the remaining doors.
93U SM 06.book Page 55 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security Trunk Release Handle Reprogramming lock system functions 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 inside. Certain lock system functions can be reprogrammed. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer (see page 309).
93U SM 06.book Page 56 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 56 Security Changing the key battery WARNING Keep the battery and other small components of the remote control out of reach of children. NOTICE The electronics of the remote control are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Incorrect handling when changing the battery can damage the remote control. Avoid touching electronic components of the remote control with your hands.
93U SM 06.book Page 57 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security Change the battery and fit together the two halves of the remote control 3 Change the battery. Fit the new battery so that it is positioned in the same way as the old battery, with the positive (+) side facing down. 4 Fit the two halves of the remote control together and press them together until you hear several clicks. Avoid pressing the buttons. Reinsert the traditional key into the remote control.
93U SM 06.book Page 58 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 58 Security If, when inserted into the ignition switch, there is a problem checking the electronic code of the remote control, the following message will appear on the SID: Key not accepted. Contact Saab dealer. Visit a Saab dealer to have the problem checked and rectified. 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.
93U SM 06.book Page 59 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security To avoid any inconvenience, make sure that anyone using the car is familiar with how the car alarm and the locking system work. If the alarm has been tripped since the car was last locked, the Saab Information Display (SID) will display: Alarm has been triggered since being armed. If a fault arises in the car alarm system, the Saab Information Display (SID) will display: Theft protection failure. Contact Saab dealer.
93U SM 06.book Page 60 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 60 Security Switching off the alarm if tripped If the alarm has been triggered (direction indicators flashing and horn sounding) it can be turned off by pressing one of the buttons on the remote control or, if you are sitting in the car, by turning the ignition to ON (see below). Turns off lights and horn. Unlocks car. Turns off lights and horn. Car remains locked. Turns off lights and horn. Unlocks trunk. Turns off lights and horn.
93U SM 06.book Page 61 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Security Overview of functions Locking/arming Direction indicators flash once. Unlocking/ disarming Direction indicators flash twice. Unlocking/ disarming trunk lid Direction indicators flash three times. Alarm triggered Direction indicators flash for 5 min. The horn sounds for 30-second intervals with 10-second breaks (max. 10 cycles) or until you press one of the remote control buttons or turn the remote control ON in the ignition switch.
93U SM 06.book Page 62 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 62 Security Quick guide, LED and Saab Information Display (SID) messages Activity LED signal SID message Reason/action Arming (delay period) Illuminates for 11 s. Alarm armed Flashes once every 3 s. Key not accepted. Contact Saab dealer. Error when remote control inserted into ignition switch. Disarming Extinguishes. Remote control battery low. Replace battery. Battery needs replacing. See page 56. Alarm not armed Off.
93U SM 06.book Page 63 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible 63 9-3 Convertible Advice on soft top operation ___________ Operating the soft top __ Raising the soft top manually ___________ SID warnings and messages __________ "Easy entry"__________ Head restraints _______ Safety belts, rear seat, Convertible _________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
93U SM 06.book Page 64 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 64 9-3 Convertible Advice on soft top operation • Once you have raised the soft top and before driving off, always check that the soft top is properly engaged with the windshield rail. • Once you have folded the soft top and before driving off, check that the soft top cover is locked. • Do not operate the soft top in temperatures below 23°F (–5°C). • Note that certain automatic car washes can damage the soft top.
93U SM 06.book Page 65 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible Operating the soft top WARNING • Do not touch the hinges or struts of the soft top during opening due to the pinch hazard. • Keep children out of reach. • Do not operate the soft top while there are bystanders close to the car. • Make sure that the soft top cover has locked properly after folding the soft top. • Check that the soft top engages properly with the upper edge of the windshield after raising.
93U SM 06.book Page 66 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 66 9-3 Convertible Remote opening 3 You can fold the soft top when outside the Opening The following conditions must be fulfilled for the soft top to be folded: car by pressing and holding the (unlock) button on the remote control. See also page 129. • Vehicle speed must not exceed 20 mph (30 km/h). • Battery voltage must exceed 10 V. • Outside temperature must exceed 23°F (–5°C). • The trunk lid must be locked.
93U SM 06.book Page 67 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible 1 Rear window raised. Soft top storage in luggage compartment lowered. 2 The soft top cover is opened. a 7.2 ft (2.2 m) b 2" (5 cm) 3 Soft top folded. 4 The soft top cover is closed.
93U SM 06.book Page 68 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 68 9-3 Convertible Raising securely to the upper edge of the windshield. If you hold the button pressed up after the chime, all the windows will be closed after a short delay. The following conditions must be fulfilled for raising the soft top: • Vehicle speed must not exceed 20 mph (30 km/h). • Battery voltage must exceed 10 V. • The trunk lid must be locked. Raising 1 Start the engine and let it idle.
93U SM 06.book Page 69 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible 1 The soft top cover is opened. a 7.2 ft (2.2 m) b 2" (5 cm 2 The soft top is raised. 3 The soft top cover is closed. 4 The rear window is lowered.
93U SM 06.book Page 70 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 70 9-3 Convertible Raising the soft top manually WARNING Only raise the soft top manually in an emergency (e.g. due to an electrical fault). Do not touch the soft top button on the instrument panel while closing the soft top manually. This could cause personal injury and damage the soft top mechanism. Do not fold the soft top having closed it manually. This can damage the soft top mechanism.
93U SM 06.book Page 71 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible Soft top cover opened 4 Close the trunk lid fully as otherwise it will obstruct the soft top cover. 5 Open the soft top cover, upward and backward. 6 Tip forward the front seat backrests. Manual closing started WARNING • Do not touch the hinges and struts of the soft top during raising. • Keep your hands clear of the front windshield rail. • Pinch hazard may cause personal injury.
93U SM 06.book Page 72 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 72 9-3 Convertible Soft top locked to windshield rail Closing the soft top cover 8 Sit in one of the front seats and lock the soft top to the windshield rail. Use the lug wrench and the Allen key. Turn roughly 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Check that the soft top is properly locked in place by pressing up the front edge. The soft top must not move upward. 9 Lift up the rear window fully and hold it there. Close the soft top cover.
93U SM 06.book Page 73 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible 73 SID warnings and messages The following messages associated with the soft top system and can be displayed on the SID together with a chime: Cause Suitable action Soft top front not locked. Try again. Failure of the soft top to lock automatically to the windshield. • Move the car so that it is standing level if on a steep slope. • Press the soft top button to fold the soft top slightly. Fold the soft top again.
93U SM 06.book Page 74 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 74 9-3 Convertible Battery low. The voltage of the car battery is too low to allow soft top operation. Soft top obstructed. Clear obstacles and try again. Open/close soft top completely to open trunk. Complete soft top operation. Open/close soft top completely before driving Complete soft top operation. Close trunk. Close the trunk lid. Driver seat unlocked. The backrest is not locked.
93U SM 06.book Page 75 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible 75 "Easy entry" WARNING • Always check that the backrest locks properly when returned to normal position. • Check that the fore-and-aft position of the seat is properly locked. The backrest and the entire belt-in seat must be locked in position; otherwise the occupant of the seat is at risk of injury during braking or in the event of a crash, especially if a rear-facing child seat is fitted behind the backrest.
93U SM 06.book Page 76 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 76 9-3 Convertible Head restraints WARNING • Adjust the head restraint so that the head is optimally supported and the center of the head restraint is at ear height, thus reducing the likelihood of neck injury in a crash. • Raise the head restraints in the seats that are occupied. The front seats are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These are designed to reduce the risk of neck injury if the car is hit from behind.
93U SM 06.book Page 77 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible Safety belts, rear seat, Convertible The two rear seats have three-point safety belts with inertia reels. Fasten the belt by pulling the belt and inserting the tongue in the buckle. Check that it is securely fastened. Position the lap part low across the hips. Grasp the shoulder belt close to the buckle and pull the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. The belt must be as far in on the shoulder as possible.
93U SM 06.book Page 78 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 78 9-3 Convertible Rollover Pop-up Bars The Rollover Pop Up Bars, which are located behind each rear seat head restraint, are designed to deploy in the event of a crash or rollover. WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt - even if you have airbags and Rollover Pop Up Bars.
93U SM 06.book Page 79 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible Electric windows To close Soft top raised – The windows are operated individually. Soft top folded – The button for the front window closes both side windows. Automatic closing of a front side window: Raise the button all the way and release it. The rear side window must be fully closed. Pinch protection 3 is available for the front side windows. For further information on the electric windows, refer to page 129.
93U SM 06.book Page 80 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 80 9-3 Convertible Calibrating front electric windows with pinch protection 3 The window lifts should be calibrated if automatic closing does not work or if the battery has been disconnected. The pinch protection will not work if the windows are not calibrated. Perform calibration as follows: 1 Make sure the soft top is raised. 2 Make sure the doors are closed. 3 Let the engine idle. 4 Press and hold the soft top button up until a chime sounds.
93U SM 06.book Page 81 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 9-3 Convertible Glove box The glove box lighting comes on when the compartment is opened and goes out when it is closed. For changing bulbs, refer to page 243. Sun visor An illuminated vanity mirror is provided on the inside of the sun visors. The lighting comes on when the cover is raised and goes out when it is closed. Trunk lighting The trunk lighting comes on and goes out when the trunk lid is opened and closed.
93U SM 06.book Page 82 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 82 9-3 Convertible Spoiler on trunklid 3 Placing two golf bags in the trunk There is sufficient space in the trunk of the Convertible for two golf bags. Proceed as follows. 1 Start by inserting the narrow end of the first bag to the right. 2 Lie down the bag. Turn the bag so that it lies on its widest side and slide it forward, in under the soft top storage (see illustration).
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93U SM 06.book Page 84 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 84 Instruments and controls Main instrument panel (Arc panel shown) Warning and indicator lights The warnings and indications that can be shown depend on the engine variant and equipment level. Antilock braking warning This warning light illuminates when a fault arises in the antilock brake system. The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Antilock brake malfunction. Contact Saab dealer. U.S.
93U SM 06.book Page 85 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will come on if the engine oil pressure is too low. If the warning light flashes or comes on while you are driving, stop immediately in a safe place, switch off the engine and check the oil level (see page 219). NOTICE Never drive the car when the oil pressure warning lamp is on. Low oil pressure can cause serious engine damage.
93U SM 06.book Page 86 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 86 Instruments and controls The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): High beam Indicator This light shows when the high beam is on (see page 103). Brake fluid level low. Make a safe stop. Contact Saab dealer. The brake system provides Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD).
93U SM 06.book Page 87 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Safetybelt reminder This light reminds the driver to buckle up. Parking brake warning light This light comes on when the parking brake is applied (see page 187). The parking brake is mechanical and operates on the rear wheels. Airbag warning light This light comes on if a potentially serious fault has occurred in the airbag system. The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Airbag malfunction.
93U SM 06.book Page 88 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 88 Instruments and controls Headlight and parking light indicator This light indicates that the headlights or parking lights are on. Cruise control indicator light This light comes on when the system is engaged. Automatic tire pressure monitoring This light comes on if the air pressure in one or several of the tires drops (see page 254.
93U SM 06.book Page 89 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 89 Reset button The reset button is positioned immediately to the left of the speedometer. Cars with manual transmission • Ignition ON: Press once – resets the trip meter. • Ignition OFF: Press once – enables you to read the odometer and trip meter. Cars with automatic transmission Speedometer Odometer and trip meter The odometer records the distance travelled in miles on U.S.
93U SM 06.book Page 90 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 90 Instruments and controls NOTICE If the needle, despite the above action, enters the red zone, stop the car in a suitable place and allow the engine to idle. If the needle continues to rise, switch off the engine. 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 (see page 222). WARNING Temperature gauge The temperature gauge shows the temperature of the coolant.
93U SM 06.book Page 91 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 91 Information display, main instrument panel If the needle repeatedly enters the red zone and the engine at the same time loses power, because the monitoring system is limiting the boost pressure, you should contact a Saab dealer as soon as possible. When the speed of the car exceeds 143 mph (230 km/h), acceleration is limited by reducing the boost pressure.
93U SM 06.book Page 92 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 92 Instruments and controls Cars with automatic transmission: ESP indicator • The odometer and trip meter readings are shown on the left-hand side of the display. • Various information and faults are displayed in the center of the display. • The selected gear position is shown on the right-hand side of the display. Information symbol.
U SM 06.book Page 93 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Saab Information Display (SID) Various types of information are shown on the SID: warnings, indications, trip computer information and information from the car’s Infotainment System. The warnings and indications that can be shown on the SID are listed on page 310. When the engine is switched off, the current warnings and indications are displayed.
93U SM 06.book Page 94 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 94 Instruments and controls The number of systems that are displayed on the SID depends on the car’s equipment level. The list shown below includes the systems that can be found in your car. Park Assistance, page 192. Climate System, page 124. Rear Defroster Fan Settings Air Distribution SPA off A/C Mode Set Clock Set Alarm 08:30 Rain Sensor, page 107. WARNING Heated Seats SPA on Clock / Alarm, page 98.
93U SM 06.book Page 95 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls When the engine is started, the function that was selected when the engine was switched off is displayed, with the following exceptions: • Temp is displayed if the outside temperature is between 26 and 38°F (–3 and +3°C). • D.T.E is displayed if less than or equal to 30 miles (50 km).
93U SM 06.book Page 96 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 96 Instruments and controls Speed warning This value is preset to 55 mph (90 km/h). The value can be set to between 0 and 150 mph (0 and 250 km/h). 1 Select Speed W using the INFO dial. 2 Press and hold the INFO dial until given audible confirmation. 3 Adjust the speed using the INFO dial. 4 Confirm the setting by pressing the INFO dial. A star on the right-hand side of the display indicates when the speed warning function is active.
93U SM 06.book Page 97 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Calculating the requisite average speed (What average speed do I need to maintain to get to my destination in time?) This function should be used before starting out a journey. To calculate the requisite average speed, the distance must first be given. First, set the distance under Dist. 1 Then use the INFO dial to select the Arriv function. 2 Press and hold the INFO dial until given audible confirmation.
93U SM 06.book Page 98 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 98 Instruments and controls Under Profiler you can choose whether the entire speedometer scale (0–160 mph) or only part of the scale (0–90 mph) should be illuminated in NIGHTPANEL mode. 1 Press the CUSTOMIZE button to go to Profiler. 2 Select System Settings using the INFO dial. 3 Press in the INFO dial. 4 Select Speed Scale Illum. Select 0–160 mph or 0–90 mph. Clock System Settings Manual setting: 1 Turn the INFO dial to change the value.
93U SM 06.book Page 99 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Explanation of setting the clock. Alarm Explanation of setting the alarm time. Set Clock Settings can be made from Profiler. 1 Press the CUSTOMIZE button to go to Profiler. 2 Select Clock / Alarm using the INFO dial. 3 Press in the INFO dial. 4 Select Set Alarm 08:30. If the alarm is not activated: set using the INFO dial. If the alarm is activated (Set Alarm 08:30 on): select Alarm on or Alarm off.
93U SM 06.book Page 100 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 100 Instruments and controls System Settings Under this heading you can make system settings, such as change the display language, units and service information. 1 Press the CUSTOMIZE button to go to Profiler. 2 Select System Settings using the INFO dial. 3 Press in the INFO dial. 4 Select the desired heading using the INFO dial. 5 Press in the INFO dial. System Settings Language (The number of languages can vary between markets.
93U SM 06.book Page 101 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Explanation of the various selections under System Settings. Language Select the desired language. The number of languages can vary between markets. Unit Select the desired group of units. Speed Scale Illum. Select the proportion of the speedometer to be illuminated in NIGHTPANEL mode. Service Info Service Data: Displayed here are the number of days to the next intermediate service.
93U SM 06.book Page 102 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 102 Instruments and controls Headlight levelling 3 Switches Daytime Running Lights The parking lights and daytime running lights come on automatically when the ignition switch is in the ON position. High beam can not be activated in this position but headlight flasher can. Parking lights The parking lights can be turned on irrespective of the position of the ignition switch.
93U SM 06.book Page 103 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 103 Courtesy Headlamp Feature Dipswitch 1 Headlight flasher 2 High/low beam A delay function allows the low beam headlights and back-up lights to remain on for about 30 seconds after the driver’s door has been closed. To activate this function: 1 After turning off the engine, remove the remote control. 2 Open the driver’s door. 3 Pull the control stalk all the way towards the steering wheel.
93U SM 06.book Page 104 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 104 Instruments and controls Front fog light switch Rear fog light switch Turn signal & lane change indicators 1 Right 2 Left Front fog lights 3 Rear fog light The front fog lights should be used in poor visibility. These are automatically turned off when the engine is switched off. When the car is next started, the fog lights will have to be switched back on manually by pressing the fog light switch.
93U SM 06.book Page 105 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 105 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 flat tire. If you carry a warning triangle or flares, they should be set up along the side of the road 50–110 yds. (50–100 metres) behind your vehicle. If the car is not clearly visible (e.g. over the brow of a hill or bridge), place the triangle/flare even further back.
93U SM 06.book Page 106 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 106 Instruments and controls Priority of audible information Sound from various functions in the car, such as the direction indicators, parking assistance and seatbelt reminders, come from the same sound source: the car’s sound system. If two or more of these functions are active simultaneously, the most important function at that time will be prioritized.
93U SM 06.book Page 107 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 107 Rain sensor 3 WARNING Turn the rain sensor off if the ignition is ON to avoid personal injury when clearing snow and ice from the windshield. NOTICE Control for setting wiper delay to prioritize the windshield. The following message is displayed on the SID: Washer fluid level low. Refill.
93U SM 06.book Page 108 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 108 Instruments and controls If the stalk switch is left in the AUTO position when the engine is switched off, when the engine is next started it must first be moved to the 0 or 3 position and then back to AUTO to reactivate the sensor. If the system malfunctions, the wipers will operate at low speed when the stalk switch is set to the AUTO position. Adjusting sensitivity The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted under Profiler.
93U SM 06.book Page 109 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Rear window wiper, SportCombi To obtain: • a single sweep: move the control to position 2, the control springs back to the home position. • intermittent wiping, 6 s: move the control to position 2. If the windscreen wipers are activated then the rear window wiper will automatically changeover to intermittent wiping when reverse gear is engaged and the engine is running. • washing and wiping: move the control to position 3.
93U SM 06.book Page 110 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 110 Instruments and controls Manual climate-control system 3 Fresh air for the cabin is drawn in through an inlet grille at the bottom edge of the windshield. It passes through a filter before reaching the climate control system and delivery into the cabin. The air is evacuated via openings in the parcel shelf. It is then led through outlets on either side of the car behind the rear bumper.
93U SM 06.book Page 111 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 111 Instruments and controls Air distribution Recommended settings in severe cold The air distribution control is used to direct the flow of air to the defroster, panel and floor vents. The control also permits settings in between the three main settings defroster, panel and floor: On starting with a cold engine, set the fan speed to 2 or 3 and select maximum heat and defroster to heat the cabin and demist the windshield as quickly as possible.
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93U SM 06.book Page 113 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 113 Condensation water Air conditioning (A/C) Panel vent Air vents The air vents swivel universally, so that air can be directed as desired. In winter, for instance, the outer vents can be directed onto the door windows for enhanced demisting. The amount of air can be individually controlled by the regulator on each vent. If you wish to reduce the airflow, start by halfshutting the vent in question.
93U SM 06.book Page 114 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 114 Instruments and controls Electrically heated rear window/external mirrors This button is located under the fan speed control. Always switch off the heating as soon as the rear window is free from ice and mist. It will be turned off automatically after 12 minutes. Refrain from placing sharp objects on the parcel shelf, to avoid damaging the heating element. Convertible: The rear window heating is not turned on if the soft top is folded down.
93U SM 06.book Page 115 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 115 Automatic climatecontrol system (ACC) Fresh air for the cabin is drawn in through an inlet at the bottom edge of the windshield. It passes through an effective filter before reaching the climate control system and delivery into the cabin. The air is evacuated via openings in the parcel shelf. It is then led through outlets on either side of the car behind the rear bumper.
93U SM 06.book Page 116 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 116 Instruments and controls Temperature control The cabin is divided into two temperature zones: 1 Driver’s zone. 2 Passenger zone. The temperature in the rear seat will be a mixture of the two zones. If you choose the single zone setting, the entire cabin is treated as one zone. If you choose the dual zone setting, settings can be made separately for the driver’s zone and passenger zone.
93U SM 06.book Page 117 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls The system uses four sensors: • • • • Outside air temperature sensor Cabin air temperature sensor Sun sensor Blended air temperature sensors (located in the heater unit and the outer panel vent duct). The sun sensor is located centrally on the top of the fascia. Note: If the sun sensor is covered, the ACC system will not be able to regulate the cabin climate as intended, especially in strong sunshine.
93U SM 06.book Page 118 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 118 Functions Pressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings. If a manual function is selected, it will be locked in but other functions will be controlled automatically. The selected temperature is always maintained automatically. Temperature, air distribution, fan speed and recirculation will be controlled automatically. In falling temperatures the A/C compressor is switched off at approx. 32°F (0 °C).
93U SM 06.book Page 119 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 119 Instruments and controls When the system is switched OFF: To turn the system OFF, press and hold (or press repeatedly) the button to reduce the fan speed until the fan is switched off. Then release the button and press it once more. The A/C compressor will now be disengaged.
93U SM 06.book Page 120 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 120 Air distribution Recirculation is controlled manually. Recirculation is not selected when the engine is started (fresh air mode). Press or to decrease or increase the fan speed. This sets the fan speed (fan speed shown on display). Refer also to Profiler regarding the possibility to increase/decrease the automatic fan speed.
93U SM 06.book Page 121 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 121 Instruments and controls Shown below are several examples of air distribution.
93U SM 06.book Page 122 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls 122 Formation of ice and mist in extreme weather conditions It is only in the most extreme conditions that icing and misting of window glass are likely to be a problem, such as in torrential rain or severe cold coupled with high relative humidity, or when passengers are perspiring heavily or wearing wet clothes.
93U SM 06.book Page 123 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Electric heating, front seats 3 The seat cushions and backrests of the front seats are heated. Heating is thermostatically controlled. Heating is controlled manually but can also be automatic. Refer to Profiler on page 124. Three heating levels are available. Pressing the button once will turn the heating on at full power. Pressing the button a total of 4 times will turn the heating off. • = full. • = medium. • = low.
93U SM 06.book Page 124 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 124 Instruments and controls ACC- Convertible Profiler When the soft top is folded, the ACC system switches to manual temperature control. There are eleven temperature settings: 0– 10. The system adjusts itself as follows: Some of the functions of the ACC system can be customized. 1 Press the CUSTOMIZE button to go to Profiler. 2 Select Climate System using the INFO dial. 3 Press in the INFO dial.
93U SM 06.book Page 125 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Instruments and controls Climate System Rear Defroster Auto Manual Heated Seats Auto Manual Fan Settings High speed Medium speed Low speed Air Distribution Auto Manual Windshield Panel Floor A/C Mode Auto A/C off Dual/Single Zone Dual zone Single zone Default Settings Are you sure? Yes No Explanation of how the ACC system can be customized under Profiler. Rear Defroster Auto: The rear window and door mirror heating is controlled automatically.
93U SM 06.book Page 126 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 126 Instruments and controls Fan Settings High speed: This selection give a slightly higher fan speed than Medium speed though with continued automatic regulation. Medium speed: Normal automatic fan speed. This is one of the Default Settings. Low speed: This selection give a slightly lower fan speed than Medium speed though with continued automatic regulation. Convertible: Fan speed is not regulated automatically when the soft top is open.
93U SM 06.book Page 127 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 127 Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment __________ Electric windows _______ Rearview mirrors_______ Sunroof 3 _____________ Interior lighting ________ Cup holder 3 __________ Power Outlet 3 _________ Storage compartments __ Trunk ________________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
93U SM 06.book Page 128 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 128 Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment WARNING Only adjust the steering wheel while the car is stationary so that you are not distracted from the traffic. The height and reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted. There is a release lever under the steering column. 1 Pull down the lever to release the steering wheel. 2 Adjust the position of the steering wheel.
93U SM 06.book Page 129 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 129 Electric windows WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when closing the side windows. May cause serious or fatal injuries! • Always remove the remote control from the ignition switch when you leave the car. This will prevent personal injury caused by the activation of the electric windows, for example, due to children playing.
93U SM 06.book Page 130 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 130 Interior equipment Pinch protection 3 To close WARNING Take care when closing a window to ensure that no one gets caught. Raise the front edge of the button one step. The window will stop when it is fully closed or when the button is released. Automatic closing 3: Raise the button all the way and release it. If the window does not close automatically, refer to Calibration on page 131.
93U SM 06.book Page 131 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment Calibration Calibration is performed as follows: WARNING The pinch protection will not be engaged after a power break until the electric windows have been calibrated. The front electric windows should be calibrated if automatic closing does not work or if the battery has been disconnected. The pinch protection 3 will not work if the windows are not calibrated. 1 Close the doors. 2 The car must be running at idling speed.
93U SM 06.book Page 132 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 132 Interior equipment Rearview mirrors Door mirrors To adjust The door mirrors are electrically adjustable and heated. The controls for adjusting the mirrors are on the driver’s door: 1 Select a door mirror with the upper button. 2 Adjust the mirror using the touch pad. The mirror glass can also be adjusted manually by gently pressing the glass in the desired direction. The mirror heating is turned on together with the rear window heating.
93U SM 06.book Page 133 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment Interior rearview mirror with autodimming 3 Mirror position lever 1 Normal position 2 Antidazzle position Interior rearview mirror The interior rearview mirror is of the autodimming type and can be deflected with the lever on its underside. Certain variants have an autodimming rearview mirror. The lever should be in the normal position when you adjust the mirror.
93U SM 06.book Page 134 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 134 Interior equipment Interior rearview mirror with garage opener, autodimming function and compass 3 Preparations for first-time programming Before programming the garage opener for the first time, you must delete any factory codes. Press and hold the two outer buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds.
93U SM 06.book Page 135 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 4 The transmitter should face the mirror from below or left side of the mirror. 5 Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen and hand-held transmitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 5 has been completed. Note: Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 4 with procedures noted in the "Gate Operator / Canadian Programming" section.
93U SM 06.book Page 136 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 136 Interior equipment Reprogramming a single button To program a device to the garage opener using a button previously trained, follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the desired button. DO NOT release the button. 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with "Programming" step 3.
93U SM 06.book Page 137 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment Compass The compass is built into the rearview mirror. The compass bearing is displayed in the top right-hand corner of the mirror and is updated every other second. The compass displays the car’s direction of travel: N, NE, E, etc. Switch the compass display on and off by pressing button 5 for 3 seconds, see illustration on page 136. Changing zones The earth’s magnetic field varies depending on one’s position on the globe.
93U SM 06.book Page 138 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 138 Interior equipment Sunroof 3 WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when closing the electric sunroof. Risk of serious or fatal injuries! • Always remove the remote control from the ignition switch when you leave the car. This will prevent personal injury caused by the activation of the electric sunroof, for example, due to children playing.
93U SM 06.book Page 139 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment To close WARNING Exercise great care when closing the sunroof to ensure that nothing gets trapped. Manually controlled closing Slide the control forward to its first position. The sunroof will halt when you release the control. Automatic closing 3 Slide the control forward to its second position and release it. The sunroof will close fully.
93U SM 06.book Page 140 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 140 Interior equipment Pinch protection 3 WARNING Make sure nothing obstructs the sunroof when it is closed without pinch protection. The sunroof is equipped with pinch protection. This is activated if something gets trapped when the sunroof is being closed. The sunroof will stop and open slightly.
93U SM 06.book Page 141 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 141 Rear lighting 1 Interior lighting always off 2 Interior lighting controlled by the doors 3 Interior lighting on continuously Interior lighting The interior lighting consists of one front and one rear roof light, floor lighting, and courtesy lights in the doors (certain variants only). The light switch for the interior lighting is located on the roof console by the rearview mirror.
93U SM 06.book Page 142 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 142 Interior equipment Trunk lighting The trunk lighting is switched on and off when the trunk lid is opened and closed. If the trunk lid is left open, the lighting will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes to prevent the battery from running flat. Sun visor with vanity mirror Sun visor Illuminated vanity mirrors are provided on the sun visors. The lighting comes on when the cover is raised.
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93U SM 06.book Page 144 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 144 Interior equipment Power Outlet 3 You can use the electrical socket in the storage compartment under the armrest between the front seats to charge a mobile phone, for example. There is a recess on each side of the compartment which will accept a lead so that you can close the lid without damaging the charger lead. WARNING The maximum output of the cigarette lighter socket is 240 W (20 A).
93U SM 06.book Page 145 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment Sliding cover in glove box to admit cold air 3. This allows the storage of chocolate during hot weather for example.
93U SM 06.book Page 146 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 146 Interior equipment Trunk Folding down the rear seat, Sport Sedan Convertible: The rear seat cannot be folded. WARNING • Never drive the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the event of heavy braking or a crash. • Never leave a child or animal unattended in the car. During sunny weather the temperature in the passenger and trunk can climb to 160–180°F (70–80°C).
93U SM 06.book Page 147 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment For greater flexibility, the rear seat is split so that the narrow and the wide part can be folded down separately. Next to the hinges in the trunk are handles for unlocking the rear seat backrests. The operation is easier if the front seats are not too far back and the rear seat head restraints are fully lowered. 1 Unlock the backrest by pulling the appropriate handle in the trunk. 2 Fold the backrest forward.
93U SM 06.book Page 148 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 148 Interior equipment Load-through hatch, Sport Sedan Convertible: There is no load-through hatch. WARNING • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury resulting from the displacement of the load on hard braking or in the event of a crash. • Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its handling characteristics (see page 294).
93U SM 06.book Page 149 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 149 WARNING • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. • Secure heavy and bulky items using the lashing eyes provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.
93U SM 06.book Page 150 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 150 Interior equipment • Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its handling characteristics (see page 294). • Match your speed and driving style to how the car is loaded. The handling characteristics of the car can be affected since a load in the trunk will alter the car’s center of gravity. Trunk lighting On the underside of the parcel shelf is a light that is switched on and off when the trunk is opened and closed.
93U SM 06.book Page 151 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 151 Folding down the rear seat backrest, SportCombi WARNING • Never drive the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the event of heavy braking or a crash. • Never leave a child or animal unattended in the car. During sunny weather the temperature in the passenger and trunk can climb to 160–180°F (70–80°C). Small children are very susceptible to heat stroke.
93U SM 06.book Page 152 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 152 Interior equipment WARNING • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. • Elastic cargo net 3: WARNING. Avoid eye injury. DO NOT overstretch. ALWAYS keep face and body out of recoil path. DO NOT use when strap has visible signs of wear or damage. • Secure heavy and bulky items using the lashing eyes provided in the trunk.
93U SM 06.book Page 153 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment Load-through hatch, SportCombi A load-through hatch is incorporated in the rear seat backrest to enable long, narrow items to be carried inside the car. Before loading or unloading long items, switch off the engine and apply the parking brake. This avoids the danger of the car moving off if a long item were to knock the gear or selector lever into gear. • Fold down the armrest and open the hatch by lifting the handle.
93U SM 06.book Page 154 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 154 Interior equipment Tie down eyes, 9-3 SportCombi There are tie down eyes in the trunk that should be used to secure loads. In general, loads should be placed as far forward and as low down as possible in the trunk. Driving with the trunk lid open, see page 204. WARNING • Put heavy loads as low down and as far forward as possible in the luggage compartment, i.e. against the back of the rear seat.
93U SM 06.book Page 155 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment Cargo net 3 • If possible, avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving with a heavy load, because the anchoring possibilities are restricted when the rear seat is in this position. That the rear seat is in the upright is a basic requirement for protection against cargo displacement in the event of a crash. • Improve safety by fastening the outer seatbelts.
93U SM 06.book Page 156 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 156 Interior equipment Cargo net, vertical 3, SportCombi Fit the net behind the rear seat backrest. 1 Remove the rear cover panels in the roof. 2 Fit the net’s upper fasteners into the two rear attachment points in the roof. 3 Secure the net’s hooks in the two anchorage eyes closest to the rear seat. Tension the straps. The cargo net can also be fitted behind the front seats when the whole rear seat is folded.
93U SM 06.book Page 157 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Interior equipment 157 Cargo net, floor mounted 3, SportCombi 1 Fold up the floor. Position the edges of the floor in the slots in the side pieces. 2 Fit the bag/carrier on the lower floor and secure the net’s hooks in the folded-up floor. Cargo net, floor mounted, SportCombi 1 Upper bracket. Make sure that the rubber bands are not twisted 2 Lower anchorage point Cargo net, floor mounted, SportCombi with subwoofer 1 Upper bracket.
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93U SM 06.book Page 159 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving 159 Starting and driving 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
93U SM 06.book Page 160 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 160 Starting and driving Ignition switch The ignition switch is located on the center console between the front seats. In cars with automatic transmission, the remote control can only be removed when the selector lever is in position P. NOTICE Take care not to spill drinks or to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. If dirt or liquid gets into it, the switch may not operate properly.
93U SM 06.book Page 161 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving LOCK position The parking lights, hazard warning lights and interior lighting can be turned on. Cars with automatic transmission: Move the gear lever to P. The gear lever is locked in position. This is the only position in which the remote control can be removed. Cars with manual transmission: The remote control can be removed regardless of the position of the gear lever. OFF position Parts of the electrical system are operative.
93U SM 06.book Page 162 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 162 Starting and driving Steering wheel lock The steering wheel lock is electronic. The lock engages when the remote control is removed from the ignition and unlocks when the remote control is inserted. A click can be heard when the steering wheel lock locks and unlocks.
93U SM 06.book Page 163 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Starting the engine Avoid racing the engine or loading it heavily before it has warmed up. Do not drive away before the warning and indicator lights have gone out. The engine has an automatic choke and should be started as follows: Cars with manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. 1 Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2 Depress the clutch pedal but do not touch the accelerator.
93U SM 06.book Page 164 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 164 Starting and driving Important considerations for driving 1 Starting and driving • Do not use full throttle until the engine is warm, so as to avoid unnecessary wear. If the needle of the turbo gauge repeatedly enters the red zone, the engine may suddenly lose power, due to the initiation of a monitoring system that limits the boost pressure. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer as soon as possible.
93U SM 06.book Page 165 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving If the diagnosis function detects a fault in the engine management system, the light "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" in the instrument panel will come on (see page 85). Have the car checked at a workshop as soon as possible. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Important considerations with catalytic converters The catalytic converter is an emission control device incorporated in the car’s exhaust system.
93U SM 06.book Page 166 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 166 Starting and driving • Never park the car on dry grass or other combustible material. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could therefore start a fire. • Never drive off if the engine is misfiring. • If you bump start the car when the engine is already at normal working temperature, the engine must start to run on all cylinders. Abort bump starting if the engine fails to start immediately.
93U SM 06.book Page 167 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving 167 Refueling WARNING If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Gasoline fumes are highly explosive.
93U SM 06.book Page 168 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 168 Starting and driving Refueling NOTICE WARNING If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. 1 Switch off the engine. 2 Open the filler cap, located in the righthand rear fender.
93U SM 06.book Page 169 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Filling a portable fuel container WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: When refueling, hang the filler cap inside the fuel door The fuel door has a built in filler cap holder slot located on the fuel door.
93U SM 06.book Page 170 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 170 Starting and driving Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org/fuel_charter.htm.
93U SM 06.book Page 171 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving whether the fuel contains MMT. Saab does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for service.
93U SM 06.book Page 172 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 172 Starting and driving Manual transmission Clutch interlock To start the car, the clutch pedal must be depressed. When changing gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It is inadvisable to drive with your hand resting on the gear lever, as this can increase the wear on the gearbox. Before reverse (R) can be engaged, you must lift the ring underneath the gear knob.
93U SM 06.book Page 173 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving 173 Automatic transmission 3 WARNING • Depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever from P or N. • The car must be at a standstill before P, R or N is selected. You have to have your foot on the brake pedal to move the lever out of P. If the car is still moving when a drive position is subsequently selected, this could cause a crash or damage the automatic transmission.
93U SM 06.book Page 174 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 174 Starting and driving Selector lever detent Park Brake Shift Lock The transmission has a security function known as Park Brake Shift Lock. To move the gear selector lever out of the P or N position, the gear selector lever detent (catch) must be pressed in at the same time as the brake pedal is held depressed. The detent button on the selector lever has to be pressed in before the lever can be moved between certain positions.
93U SM 06.book Page 175 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Lock-up The transmission’s torque converter has a lock-up function. This can lock the torque converter, thus reducing the engine speed and fuel consumption. Kick-down When the accelerator is pressed down fully, a down change is made to optimize acceleration, e.g. for overtaking. Following this, the next higher gear will be selected at the optimum engine speed, unless you ease off the accelerator before reaching this.
93U SM 06.book Page 176 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 176 Starting and driving • The car may feel weak but can be driven carefully to a workshop to have the problem rectified. • Drivability may barely be affected. Irrespective of the drivability of the car, the car must be taken to a workshop to have the problem checked and rectified.
93U SM 06.book Page 177 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Selector lever positions P The selector lever is locked and the transmission is mechanically blocked. The engine can be started. To move the selector lever out of the P position, depress the brake pedal and press in the detent (catch) on the selector lever. Only select the park position (P) when the car is stationary. R Only select the reverse position (R) when the car stationary.
93U SM 06.book Page 178 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 178 Starting and driving Sentronic, manual gear selection Move the selector lever to the manual position (M) (to the left position D) to select gear manually. Select a higher gear by pressing the selector lever forward or a lower gear by pulling it back. The selector lever will return to a position adjacent to the letter M after each gear change.
93U SM 06.book Page 179 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Cruise control To set the desired speed 1 Slide the switch to ON. 2 Move the thumbwheel up to SET/+ or SET/– when the car has reached the desired speed (above 15 mph (25 km/ h)). (Cruise control system) WARNING Do not use the cruise control system in wet or icy conditions, in dense traffic or on winding roads.
93U SM 06.book Page 180 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 180 Starting and driving To reduce the preset speed To re-engage the system You can reduce speed in any of the following ways: Slide the switch to RESUME. The car will return to the previously set speed. Vehicle speed must exceed 15 mph (25 km/h). • Brake to the desired speed. Jog the control to SET/+ or SET/–. • Jog the control to SET/– to reduce the speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
93U SM 06.book Page 181 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving WARNING • It is prudent to try your brakes from time to time, especially when driving in heavy rain, through water collected on the road, in snow, on a wet road surface or in salty slush. In such conditions, the brakes may take longer than normal to take effect. To rectify this, touch the brake pedal periodically to dry the brakes out. • The same applies after the car has been washed or when the weather is very humid.
93U SM 06.book Page 182 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 182 Starting and driving The ABS system will not reduce the braking distance on loose gravel, snow or ice but, because the wheels cannot lock up, steering control is retained. When the ABS system operates you will feel the brake pedal pulsate and hear a ticking noise, both of which are perfectly normal. Apply the brake pedal with full force (you cannot press too hard), declutch and if necessary steer to safety.
93U SM 06.book Page 183 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Hill Start Assist (HSA) 3 Traction Control System (TCS) (Hillstarting assistance) This function facilitates starting on a hill. When the parking brake has been released and the foot is moved off the brake pedal it can take approx. 1.5 s before the brakes release. The brakes release as soon as the accelerator pedal is depressed within this time.
93U SM 06.book Page 184 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 184 Starting and driving Turning the TCS off The TCS is switched on automatically when the engine is started. You can switch the system off manually with TCS button TCS indicator When the remote control is turned to the ON position, the lamp is lit for about 4 seconds while the system performs self-diagnosis. The light under the speedometer comes on when the TCS is operative, that is when one of the wheels has lost its grip.
93U SM 06.book Page 185 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 3 How the ESP system works Anti-skid system WARNING When driving normally, the ESP system helps to improve the car’s directional stability. The ESP must not be regarded as a system to enable the driver to maintain higher speeds. The same precautions must be adopted as normal for safe cornering and driving on slippery roads must be adopted.
93U SM 06.book Page 186 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 186 Starting and driving ESP indicator light When the remote control is turned to the ON position, the lamp is lit for about 4 seconds while the system performs self-diagnosis. The light under the speedometer comes on for a short period of time when the ESP system is operative. Operation of the ESP indicates reduced cohesion between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver.
93U SM 06.book Page 187 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Parking brake 187 Parking WARNING WARNING • Always apply the parking brake when you park the car. If the car is to be left parked for a long time, refer to page 189. • Never leave children or pets unattended in the car. In warm, sunny weather, the temperature inside the car can reach 160–180°F (70–80°C). • Always apply the parking brake before removing the remote control. • Do not use the parking brake while driving.
93U SM 06.book Page 188 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 188 Starting and driving NOTICE Empty the car yourself and bear in mind: • Never leave a mobile phone, camera, computer or similar object visible in the car. • Clothing, packages and bags attract thieves. • Do not leave small objects such as CDs, sunglasses and coins visible. • If possible, park in a well-lit, conspicuous parking space. • Thieves strike whenever and wherever they are given the opportunity.
93U SM 06.book Page 189 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Long-term parking If the car is not going to be used for some time, e.g. three to four months, the following steps are recommended: • Drain the washer fluid reservoir and hoses. • Wash and wax the car. Clean the rubber seals on the hood, trunk lid and doors, and lubricate them with glycerol (glycerine).
93U SM 06.book Page 190 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 190 Starting and driving Saab Parking Assistance 3 Saab Parking Assistance WARNING Responsibility always lies with the driver when reversing. • The parking assistance system can facilitate parking and reversing. • Bear in mind that small objects, such as a child lying on the ground, and narrow objects cannot always be detected by the system. Saab Parking Assistance facilitates parking and reversing.
93U SM 06.book Page 191 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving If you stop the car with reverse gear engaged, the sound pulse will stop after 2 seconds. The sound pulses will return if you continue to reverse. If the car rolls forward while reverse is engaged, the system is silenced. When the distance to the object is less than 1 ft. (30 cm), a continuous tone will be heard. When an object is approximately 3 ft.
93U SM 06.book Page 192 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 192 Starting and driving Error messages If the system malfunctions, the following message will appear on the SID: Parking assistance malfunction. Contact Saab dealer. If the system is subject to interference, the following message will be shown on the SID: Parking assistance sensor interference. If this message appears, clean the sensors. The sensors are located in the black trim on the rear bumper The system can be switched off using Profiler.
93U SM 06.book Page 193 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Economical driving Factors affecting fuel consumption The fuel consumption of a car is greatly affected by driving conditions, climate, road conditions, speed, driving technique, etc. Breaking-in Fuel consumption may be somewhat higher during the break-in period (the first 3,000–4,000 miles (5,000–7,000 km)). Weather conditions Summer temperatures give better fuel economy than winter ones.
93U SM 06.book Page 194 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 194 Starting and driving engine wear is at its greatest during this period. Drive off as soon as possible after starting the engine and avoid high engine speeds. • Drive as smoothly and thoughtfully as possible. Match your driving to the prevailing traffic conditions. • Driving in a low gear gives rise to higher fuel consumption than driving in a high gear because of the higher engine speed for any given road speed.
93U SM 06.book Page 195 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Driving in cold weather In cold weather, special attention should be paid to the following: • Before driving off, make sure that the wiper blades have not frozen to the windshield. • Remove any snow from the heating system air intakes between the hood and the windshield. • If necessary, inject oil into the locks to prevent them from freezing. Use molybdenum-sulphide oil (MoS2).
93U SM 06.book Page 196 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 196 Starting and driving Remember that tires age: it may therefore be necessary to change winter tires before they reach the legal wear limit, as they gradually lose their friction properties with age. If you get into a front wheel skid and the car has a manual transmission, the best response is to freewheel, which means declutching so that the wheels neither drive nor brake, and to cautiously steer in the desired direction.
93U SM 06.book Page 197 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Driving in hot climates Always check the coolant level before starting a journey. When the engine is cold, the coolant must not lie above the KALT/COLD mark on the expansion tank (boundary between the upper and lower sections of the tank). At the end of a journey, allow the engine to idle for 2–3 minutes before switching it off.
93U SM 06.book Page 198 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 198 Starting and driving Towing a trailer 3 WARNING • Do not drive with a trailer on inclines steeper than 15 %. The load on the drive (front) wheels will be so low that the wheels can start to spin and prevent further progress. • In addition, the car’s parking brake may not always be sufficient to hold the car and trailer securely, as the wheels may start to slide. • Always apply the trailer’s parking brake when unhitching it.
93U SM 06.book Page 199 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving NOTICE • We recommend you to use a genuine Saab trailer hitch, since other models can damage the car’s bodywork and electrical system. • We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer for guidance on how to connect a trailer hitch. • Exercise care when driving on uneven roads or against the curb if the car is heavily laden. This particularly applies to cars with 17" wheels.
93U SM 06.book Page 200 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 200 Starting and driving Recommendations for cars with manual transmission Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the temperature gauge in the main instrument panel. When the needle is just outside the red zone, the A/C compressor will be switched off and, on certain engine variants, the maximum engine torque will be limited. When continuing your journey, select a low gear in which the engine speed is about 3,500 rpm until the incline eases.
93U SM 06.book Page 201 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving 201 Checks before driving Driving considerations Reversing Make sure that the car and trailer are in good working order. This is essential since towing a trailer increases the strain on the car. Always take extra care when towing a trailer, as the car’s handling will be different and its braking performance reduced. The trailer’s braking system and suspension also have a considerable effect on these characteristics.
93U SM 06.book Page 202 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 202 Starting and driving Driving with a roof rack load WARNING • A roof load will affect the car’s center of gravity and aerodynamics. Be aware of this when cornering and driving in crosswinds. • Adjust your speed to the prevailing conditions. • Due to higher aerodynamics drag, fuel economy may suffer when driving with a roof rack. The maximum permissible roof load is 220 lbs. (100 kg).
93U SM 06.book Page 203 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Fitting roof carriers 3 SportCombi with roof rails 1 Clean the car’s roof rails. 2 Check the markings on the cross members to see which is the front and which is the rear roof carrier. 3 Place the cross members on the roof rails, on their respective sides of the centre supports. The cross members must not be placed beyond the front or rear joint on the rail. Ensure that the distance between the cross members is at least 700 mm.
93U SM 06.book Page 204 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 204 Starting and driving Driving with a load The handling characteristics are affected by how the car is loaded. NOTICE • Place the heaviest load as far forward and as low as possible in the trunk. • Secure the load to the lashing eyes (see page 149). • Heavy loads mean that the car’s center of gravity is further back. As a result, the car will sway more during evasive steering.
93U SM 06.book Page 205 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Driving at night Bear in mind the following points, especially when driving at night: • Nighttime driving requires your full concentration • Do not rush. Count on your journey taking slightly longer. • The number of drivers under the influence of drugs is likely to be greater at night than during the day. • Do not stare at the headlights of oncoming vehicles. • Avoid driving at night if you have poor eyesight.
93U SM 06.book Page 206 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 206 Starting and driving Front towing eye fitted. The towing eye has a left-hand thread! The front towing eye is stowed by the spare wheel. On the left-hand side of the bumper is a cover concealing the attachment point (tapped hole) for the towing eye. 1 Press the knob on the upper section of this cover at the same time as pulling out the lower edge. 2 Screw in the towing eye.
93U SM 06.book Page 207 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving Transporting the car Always try to keep the towrope taut by gently applying the brake of the car on tow, as necessary. This will avoid the towrope being jerked violently. NOTICE If a car with sports (lowered) chassis is transported, for example on a flat bed truck, take extra care not to damage the spoiler and/or underbody. Cars with automatic transmission: NOTICE • The car must be towed front first.
93U SM 06.book Page 208 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 208 Starting and driving Driving with the compact spare tire WARNING • Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The tire can overheat affecting the car’s roadholding. • Tire pressure: refer to page 304. • The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut. Observe the following when the compact spare tire is fitted: • The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing a tire.
93U SM 06.book Page 209 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving NOTICE NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. If the other system is not a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Trying to start your car by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle, even if you have a manual transmission.
93U SM 06.book Page 210 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 210 Starting and driving WARNING Using a match or flame of any kind near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. You can suffer burns or be blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the electrolyte in the battery is not frozen. Discharged batteries will freeze. When connecting jumper cables to a frozen battery, gas from the chemical reaction inside the battery can build up under the ice and cause an explosion.
93U SM 06.book Page 211 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Starting and driving For long trips Before starting off on a long journey, it is advisable to have your car inspected by your Saab dealer. Obtain a few important items to take along on your journey, such as spare bulbs, wiper blades, fuses, a drive belt (poly-V-belt) and the like. You can check some points yourself beforehand: • Check that no oil or fuel leaks out of the engine or gearbox/transmission.
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93U SM 06.book Page 214 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 214 Car care Hood The hood release handle is located on the left under the instrument panel. Open the hood in the following way: 1 Pull the release handle. 2 The hood moves to the half-locked position and is stopped by a safety catch at the front edge. 3 Press the lever of the catch upwards and raise the hood. When you close the hood you should drop it from a height of about 12 inches (30 cm), without slamming it.
93U SM 06.book Page 215 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Engine adjusted to achieve optimum functionality. The switches are hydraulic. Turbo petrol engine Engine families The engine is a transverse four-cylinder inline engine with twin overhead camshafts and 16 valves. The engine is equipped with two balanceshafts that reduce engine vibrations to a minimum. The balance shafts are chain-driven and rotate at twice the speed of the crankshaft.
93U SM 06.book Page 216 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 216 Car care Saab Trionic engine management system The Saab Trionic engine management system is a unique Saab development that combines sequential multiport fuel injection, electronic distributorless ignition and turbocharger boost pressure control into one system. The Trionic engine control module (ECM) monitors many different engine parameters such as: • Intake manifold pressure. • Intake air temperature. • Crankshaft position.
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93U SM 06.book Page 219 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care 219 Engine oil Checking the oil level Check the engine oil level regularly. 1 Park the car on a level ground. 2 Switch off the engine and wait for 2–5 minutes. The engine should be at normal operating temperature. 3 Take the dipstick out and wipe it off with a clean rag before carrying out the check. The level must not be below the MIN mark on the dipstick, but nor should it be above the MAX mark.
93U SM 06.book Page 220 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 220 Car care Make sure you screw on the oil filler cap properly after topping up the oil to avoid running problems. It is normal for an engine to consume a certain amount of oil. It is therefore often necessary to top up the oil between services. Check the engine oil level regularly. During the Break-in Period (approx. 3,000 miles or 5,000 km) and when driving at high speeds or with a trailer, the oil consumption may be higher than normal.
93U SM 06.book Page 221 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Changing filter, 4-cyl engine Drain plug, 4-cyl engine Drain plug, V6 engine 1 Unscrew the oil filter cap. • Lift the cap slightly and carefully pry apart the cap and the filter housing. • Remove the filter cap. 2 Remove the filter. Have paper towelling or a rag at hand to catch the oil that escapes from the filter. 3 Fit a new filter. 4 Fit a new O-ring in the cap. Apply a small amount of new engine oil to the O-ring. 5 Screw on the cap.
93U SM 06.book Page 222 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 222 Car care Air filter Coolant WARNING To ensure reliable operation, only use an air filter recommended by Saab Automobile AB. Transmission fluid Manual transmission Check and top up the oil in accordance with the service program. Automatic transmission Check and top up the oil in accordance with the service program. WARNING • Proceed with caution if the radiator is boiling when you open the hood.
93U SM 06.book Page 223 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Coolant expansion tank, 4-cyl engine Coolant expansion tank, V6 engine Level markings, V6 engine 1 MAX 2 MIN 4-cyl engine: The expansion tank is transparent to facilitate checking the coolant level. When the engine is cold, the coolant must not lie above the KALT/COLD mark on the expansion tank (boundary between the upper and lower sections of the tank, see illustration). Top up with a mixture of equal parts of antifreeze and clean water.
93U SM 06.book Page 224 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 224 Car care Brake/clutch fluid and brake pads WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as it becomes old. Because it is hygroscopic, it absorbs water from the air and, in time, could allow vapor to form in the brake system, thus reducing its performance. It is therefore important that brake fluid be changed regularly, as specified in the service program. Checking Brake fluid should be changed according to the service program.
93U SM 06.book Page 225 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care 225 Power steering WARNING Power steering fluid on hot engine components constitutes a fire risk. Check the level of the power steering fluid in the reservoir regularly, in accordance with the service program. The wheels should point directly forwards during this check. Clean round the cap before unscrewing it. Wipe the dipstick. To check the level, screw down the cap completely and then remove it again.
93U SM 06.book Page 226 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 226 Car care Battery If frequent short journeys are made, the battery may need extra charging. This can be done with a battery charger or by taking the car for a long run. If the battery is not being charged while the engine is running, the following message will appear on the SID: WARNING • When working on the battery, highly explosive gas can build up. A spark could ignite this gas that collects around the battery.
93U SM 06.book Page 227 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Always connect the positive (red) cable to the battery’s positive (+) terminal, and the negative (black) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery. Always disconnect both battery leads when boost charging the battery. NOTICE • If boost charging never use anything but a 12-volt charger, see page 208. • Do not connect the battery terminals, + and –, incorrectly.
93U SM 06.book Page 228 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 228 Car care Battery disconnect switch 3 WARNING If the battery disconnect switch has tripped, do not reset it until you have visually inspected the car’s electrical system. If there are visible signs of damage, have the car checked at a workshop before resetting the disconnect switch. We recommend that you contact an authorised Saab workshop. A collision could cause a short circuit in the alternator or starter motor.
93U SM 06.book Page 229 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Drive belt WARNING • Keep hands and clothing clear of drive belts when engine is running. • Always stop the engine before inspecting the drive belt. • The radiator fan is electric and can start even when the engine is switched off. Drive belt NOTICE Serious damage can be done to the car’s electrical system if an alternator lead is disconnected while the engine is running. The alternator is situated on the right-hand side of the engine.
93U SM 06.book Page 230 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 230 Car care Wipers and washers Wiper blades Check and clean all wiper blades regularly. If poor wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with washer fluid. This is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these sometimes leave a wax coating on the windshield. If wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. Change of wiper blades, windshield Windshield 1 Press in the catch (1).
93U SM 06.book Page 231 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care 231 Washers WARNING Take care not to spill washer fluid concentrate onto hot surfaces. Washer fluid concentrate can contain flammable ingredients such as alcohol. The reservoir capacity is approx. 6 qts. (5.8 litres). When the washer fluid level drops below 1 quart (1 litre), the headlight washers (if equipped) are deactivated. This is in order to prioritize the windshield.
93U SM 06.book Page 232 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Changing bulbs WARNING Before changing a bulb in the engine bay, switch off the engine to avoid the danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can cut in even when the engine is switched off. NOTICE Switch off the ignition before changing a bulb, to avoid possible short-circuiting.
93U SM 06.book Page 233 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 233 Car care Xenon headlight, dipped beam 3 WARNING Xenon headlights are high tension. All work on xenon headlights, including changing bulbs, must be carried out by dealer personnel. Xenon headlights produce roughly two times as much light as halogen bulbs and have a significantly longer service life. The lamp units consist of a gas discharge lamp containing xenon. When the lights are switched on a very high voltage activates the xenon gas.
93U SM 06.book Page 234 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Retainers on the battery cover Low beam, halogen Left-hand side 1 Lift aside the hose running along the side of the battery cover. 2 Release the two retainers (a quarter of a turn counterclockwise) in the leading edge of the cover and remove the cover. 3 Pull up the washer fluid filler pipe. 4 Remove the air pipe from the front edge of the battery box. 5 Pull up the fuse panel in front of the battery (certain variants), see page 253.
93U SM 06.book Page 235 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 235 Car care Retainers on the battery cover High beam, halogen Left-hand side 1 Lift aside the hose running along the side of the battery cover. 2 Release the two retainers (a quarter of a turn counterclockwise) in the leading edge of the cover and remove the cover. 3 Pull up the washer fluid filler pipe. 4 Remove the air pipe from the front edge of the battery box. 5 Pull up the fuse panel in front of the battery (certain variants), see page 253.
93U SM 06.book Page 236 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 236 Car care Both sides: 1 Remove the cover from the rear of the headlight. 2 Withdraw the bulb holder from the lamp unit. 3 Fit the new bulb. 4 Refit the cover over the rear of the headlight. Parking lights The parking light bulb is located in the same reflector as the main beam bulb. Left-hand side: 1 Lift aside the hose running along the side of the battery cover. 2 Release the two retainers on the battery cover and remove the cover.
93U SM 06.book Page 237 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Both sides: 1 The bulb holder has a bayonet fitting. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and withdraw it. 2 The bulb also has a bayonet fitting. Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise. 3 Fit the new bulb. 4 To facilitate fitting, look in through the headlight lens when fitting the bulb. Check that the new bulb is firmly seated. Left-hand side: 5 Refit the air pipe to the front edge of the battery box.
93U SM 06.book Page 238 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 238 Car care 1 Undo one screw in the wheel housing. Lower the air shield. 2 Remove the protective cover. Release the two spring clips securing the bulb. 3 Unplug the connector. 4 Change the bulb. Try not to touch the glass part of the bulb with your fingers. The height of the beam can be adjusted using a screwdriver inserted through the hole in the lower grille adjacent to the lens.
93U SM 06.book Page 239 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Taillights, Sport Sedan Taillights, Convertible Taillights, SportCombi 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Turn signals Taillights/stop lights Reversing lights Rear fog light (left-hand side) High-mounted stop light Sport Sedan: If a stop light bulb fails, the adjacent taillight will act as a stop light to ensure traffic safety. Change the broken bulb when possible.
93U SM 06.book Page 240 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 240 Car care Stop lights, taillights and turn signal bulbs, Sport Sedan 1 Lower the cover in the trim behind the lights. Right-hand side: Unlock the plastic rivet by depressing the centre no more than 3 mm. Take hold of the collar of the rivet and pull it out. Refer also to page 241. 2 Lift the plastic lug on the lamp housing that secures the bulb holder. 3 Carefully remove the entire bulb holder unit from the lamp housing. Change the bulb.
93U SM 06.book Page 241 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care 241 Changing bulbs Reversing lights and rear fog light, Sport Sedan Removing the trunk lid trim 1 Remove the two screws securing the grab handle to the inside of the trunk lid. 2 Unlock the plastic rivets by pressing in the center of each rivet. Pull out the rivets by taking hold of the rivet’s collar. You can use the button on the handle of the screwdriver supplied with the car to unlock the rivets.
93U SM 06.book Page 242 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 242 Car care Changing bulbs 1 Carefully remove the bulb holder with the broken bulb. The bulb holder has a bayonet fitting. 2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Refit the bulb holder. To refit the trunk lid trim 1 Withdraw the centre of the rivets. 2 Fit the trim in place on the trunk lid. 3 Fit the rivets. Lock the rivets in place by pressing the center buttons in until flush with the collar.
93U SM 06.book Page 243 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Dome light, Convertible 1 Pull down the rear edge of the light fitting. 2 If the center bulb needs replacing, open the hatch over the bulbs. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder. If one of the outer bulbs needs replacing, turn the light fitting round. Change the bulb from the reverse of the lighting fitting. The bulb has a bayonet fitting. 3 Position the front edge of the light fitting and press the fitting up towards the windscreen rail.
93U SM 06.book Page 244 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 244 Car care License plate lighting 1 Undo the two screws and remove the lens. 2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Make sure the seal on the lens is correctly seated. 4 Refit the lens and tighten the two screws. Glove box lighting 3 1 Remove the lamp housing using a short screwdriver. 2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refitting the lamp. Trunk lighting, Sport Sedan The lamp fitting is located under the parcel shelf.
93U SM 06.book Page 245 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Trunk lighting, Convertible 1 Remove the lamp in the rear end first. 2 Change the bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refitting the lamp. Trunk lighting, SportCombi 1 Pull the lamp housing forward and lift it out at the front. 2 Fit the new bulb. The bulb is secured in the holder. 3 Start by inserting in the front edge of the lamp housing and then pressing in the rear edge.
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93U SM 06.book Page 247 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Fuses WARNING To avoid the risk of short-circuiting and/or fire breaking out in the electrical system, the following should be heeded: • We recommend that you allways consult an Saab dealer before modifying or adding any electrical equipment. Failure to do so can result in the electrical system being damaged. • Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating than specified (see page 249). The color of the fuse indicates its amperage.
93U SM 06.book Page 248 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 248 Car care Some fuses and relays may be fitted but not connected to the car’s electrical system. MAXI fuses The car also has a number of large fuses known as MAXI fuses. These are designed to protect the car’s electrical system from being damaged. Each MAXI fuse protects a number of electrical circuits and functions and therefore has a higher rating (amperage) than the standard fuses. No spare MAXI fuses are supplied with the car.
93U SM 06.book Page 249 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Fuse panel in end of fascia No. Amp. Function 1 15 Steering wheel lock 2 5 Steering column unit; ignition switch 10 Hands-free 3; CD-player 3/CD-changer in cabin 3; 3 SID 10 Main instrument unit; manual climate control; 4 automatic climate control (ACC) 3 7.5 Control module in front doors; Park Brake Shift Lock 5 (automatic transmission) 6 7.
93U SM 06.book Page 250 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 250 Car care Trunk fuse panel, left-hand side Trunk fuse panel, Sport Sedan No. Amp. Function 1–5 MAXI 6 30 Control module in left rear door 7 30 Control module in right rear door 8 20 Trailer 3 9 30 Left-hand brake light; rear right turn signal; right taillight; right reversing light; high-mounted brake light; trailer lights 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 Seat heating, left seat 3 16 15 Seat heating, right seat 3 17 7.
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93U SM 06.book Page 252 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 252 Car care 13 14 15 Fuse panel in engine bay No. Amp.
93U SM 06.book Page 253 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Relays R 1 Washer fluid pump, windshield R 2 R 3 R 4 R 5 Flash-to-pass R 6 Horn R 7 R 8 Starter motor R 9 Windshield wipers ON/OFF R10 Washer fluid pump, rear window 3 R11 Ignition +15 R12 Windshield wipers, high/low speed R13 R14 Washer fluid pump, headlights 3 R15 R16 - 253 Fuse panel in front of battery 3 No. Amp.
93U SM 06.book Page 254 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 254 Car care Automatic tire pressure monitoring 3 WARNING The system is intended to aid the driver. The driver is always ultimately responsible for ensuring that the tire pressure is correct.
93U SM 06.book Page 255 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction telltale to indicate when the system is not operating properly. When the malfunction telltale is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
93U SM 06.book Page 256 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 256 Car care If the tire pressure continues to drop, the SID will issue a warning alarm when the pressure is an additional 0.2 bar below the first warning level. Low tire pressure. front left. Check tires. Reduce speed (avoid heavy braking and violent steering wheel movements) and stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so. Change the wheel. Malfunction Tire pressure system failure. Contact Saab dealer.
93U SM 06.book Page 257 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
93U SM 06.book Page 258 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 258 Car care If you’ll be driving at high speeds, speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, where it is legal, set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or to 35 psi (244 kPa), whichever is lower. See the example below. When you end this high-speed driving, return to the cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 267.
93U SM 06.book Page 259 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Flat spotting When It Is Time for New Tires All tires get hot, especially on long journeys or when the car is driven hard. After the car has been parked with hot tires and the tires have cooled down, a flat spot can form in the tire, where it is in contact with the ground. The same can occur if the car has not been moved for a long time.
93U SM 06.book Page 260 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 260 Car care Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. If you wish to fit other tires or wheels than those supplied with the car, consult your Saab dealer first as to the possibilities available. Wheels/tires combinations that are not approved by Saab can negatively affect the car’s directional stability, steering and braking in both wet and dry conditions.
93U SM 06.book Page 261 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Uniform Tire Quality Grading WARNING Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and biasbelted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
93U SM 06.book Page 262 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 262 Car care Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
93U SM 06.book Page 263 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a tire” on page 273. WARNING When fitting just one new pair of tires, these should be fitted to the rear wheels, as these are more critical to the directional stability of the car (e.g.
93U SM 06.book Page 264 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 264 Car care Notice: If your vehicle does not have 235/45R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Contact your Saab dealer regarding suitable snow chains. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them.
93U SM 06.book Page 265 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on the performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” on page 261. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
93U SM 06.book Page 266 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 266 Car care Tire markings An example of the meaning of the different markings in a tire size is given below for a tire size of 225/45 R17 94H: 225 Tire section width, mm Aspect ratio, i.e. the section height as a percentage of the section 45 width R Radial ply Wheel rim diameter 17 in at bead 17 seats 94 Tire load index H Speed rating Tire load indices Tire approved for max. 1355 lbs. 91 (615 kg) 93 Max. 1433 lbs. (650 kg) 94 Max. 1477 lbs.
93U SM 06.book Page 267 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Loading Your Vehicle This label can only be found on vehicles sold in the U.S. Vehicles sold in Canada have the tire information label in the glove box, see page 307. This is an example of what your vehicle´s Tire-Loading Information/Certification label might look like. It is located on the B-pillar and shows how much weight your vehicle may properly carry.
93U SM 06.book Page 268 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 268 Car care Maximum Load rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated.
93U SM 06.book Page 269 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle´s placard. 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3 Substract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
93U SM 06.book Page 270 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 270 Car care Compact spare WARNING The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut. Date code Tire date code Tires should be regarded as perishable goods. As the tires age, the rubber becomes progressively harder, and the roadholding ability of the tires diminishes. This is particularly true on winter tires. Tires have a code that specifies their date of manufacture.
93U SM 06.book Page 271 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Driving with a compact wheel fitted WARNING • Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The tire can overheat affecting the car’s roadholding. • Tire pressure: refer to page 304. • The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut. Observe the following when the compact spare tire is fitted: • The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing a tire.
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93U SM 06.book Page 273 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Changing a tire WARNING Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire.
93U SM 06.book Page 274 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 274 Car care When the car has to be lifted, the jack must be positioned at one of the four jacking points (front or rear) under the sill members. If a floor jack is used, the lifting plate must be positioned under the normal jacking points, see illustration. If the car is equipped with a towbar, the jack can also be placed under this. NOTICE Apply the jack only to the jacking points indicated on the body.
93U SM 06.book Page 275 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Jacking points for floor jack NOTICE • Do not overtighten the bolts using a impact wrench: not only can this damage the wheels but it can also make it impossible to undo the bolts using the wheel wrench in the car’s toolkit. • When refitting a wheel cover, make sure that the valve protrudes through the marked recess in the wheel cover. Clean any rust or dirt from the contact surfaces between the wheel and brake disc.
93U SM 06.book Page 276 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 276 Car care Safety belts WARNING If the car is involved in a crash, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other associated components must be inspected. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belts yourself. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer dealer.
93U SM 06.book Page 277 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Cleaning and caring for leather upholstery The principal reason for treating leather upholstery is to maintain its elegant appearance and to provide it with a protective film. Disco lour at ion caused by dust and wear mainly affects the lighter shades, although this is not detrimental to the leather, indeed, the patina resulting from use is often considered desirable in leather.
93U SM 06.book Page 278 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 278 Car care thoroughly at the end of winter. Clean the underside of the car by hand if the car is usually washed in an automatic car wash without special facilities for underbody cleaning. Never wash or leave the car to dry in the sun, but wipe it dry with a chamois leather immediately after washing to avoid smears and streaks. Clean the inside of window glass using a proprietary window cleaner.
93U SM 06.book Page 279 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Waxing and polishing Do not wax a new car during the first three or four months. In fact, there is no need to polish the car before the paintwork has started to dull through oxidation. Other than in exceptional cases, do not use abrasive polishes containing a cutting agent on a new car. Always wash the car thoroughly before waxing or polishing.
93U SM 06.book Page 280 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 280 Car care Anti-corrosion treatment The entire car undergoes a series of anticorrosion processes during production. These include electrophoretic priming, PVC-based coating to protect against stone chip damage and corrosion, and treatment of body cavities and members with thin, penetrating rustproofing oil. In addition, most body panels, such as the hood, doors and floor pan are galvanized.
93U SM 06.book Page 281 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Preventive maintenance The following procedures are necessary to help protect against rusting. Refer also to the terms and conditions of the Performation Limited Warranty described in the warranty booklet. 1 Wash the car frequently, and wax at least twice a year. Under adverse conditions, where there is a rapid buildup of dirt, sand or road salt, wash your car at least once a week.
93U SM 06.book Page 282 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 282 Car care Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials A typical car consists of metals (65–75 %), plastics (10–15 %), rubber (5 %) and small quantities of glass, wood, paper and textiles. The recycling of metals has been commonplace for a long time now. To facilitate the sorting of other materials, plastic parts, for instance, have been marked to identify the precise nature of the plastic.
93U SM 06.book Page 283 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care Maintenance NOTICE Do not use a pressure washer when cleaning the condenser or radiator due to the risk of damage. • The compressor drive belt should be inspected under the regular service program. • Clean away dirt and insects from the condenser and radiator to prevent clogging.
93U SM 06.book Page 284 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 284 1 2 3 4 Car care Wall or garage door. 25 ft (7.6 m) between wall and headlight lens. Measurement from the ground to the low beam aiming marker on the headlight lens. Same measurement as (3) but substract 2 inches. To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: • The vehicle shall be placed so that the headlights are 25 ft (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface.
93U SM 06.book Page 285 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Car care 285 be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. If you find that the headlight needs adjustment follow these steps: 1 Open the hood and locate the vertical aiming devices there are two vertical aiming devices which shall be turned simultaneously and the same amount of turns. 2 Locate the marker on the lens. 3 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim marker No.1 on each lens. Subtract 2 inches.
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93U SM 06.book Page 287 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Customer Assistance and Information 287 Customer Assistance and Information Maintenance schedule __ Owner assistance ______ Reporting Safety Defects (USA) _______________ Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government__________ Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ___________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
93U SM 06.book Page 288 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 288 Customer Assistance and Information 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 systems 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.
93U SM 06.book Page 289 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Customer Assistance and Information 289 Engine oil and filter changes Service record retention Service costs Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the “Technical data” section of this Owner’s Manual.
93U SM 06.book Page 290 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 290 Customer Assistance and Information Owner assistance Change of Address Notification (U.S. and Canada) Warranties and service problem assistance 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.
93U SM 06.book Page 291 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects (USA) 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 notifying Saab Cars USA, Inc.
93U SM 06.book Page 292 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 292 Customer Assistance and Information Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance.
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93U SM 06.book Page 294 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 294 Technical data General data Overall length, including bumpers: ___ Sport Sedan and Convertible _________ SportCombi_______________________ Overall width, including door mirrors __ Maximum height _________________ Wheelbase _____________________ Track: Front ____________________________ Rear ____________________________ Ground clearance at GVW _________ Number of seats (incl.
93U SM 06.book Page 295 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Curb weight (i.e. with full fuel tank, full washer fluid reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel): Sport Sedan ______________________ 3200–3420 lbs. (1450–1550 kg) Convertible _______________________ 3570–3700 lbs. (1620–1680 kg) SportCombi_______________________ xx Gross vehicle weight (GVW): Sport Sedan ______________________ 4120–4340 lbs. (1870–1970 kg) Convertible _______________________ 4460–4520 lbs.
93U SM 06.book Page 296 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 296 Technical data WARNING • 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. • When carrying a load in the trunk, make sure that it is lashed down securely, particularly when part or all of the rear seat is folded down.
93U SM 06.book Page 297 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Engine Type: Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ Four cylinders, double overhead camshafts, 16 valves, two balancer shafts Petrol engine, V6 __________________ Six cylinders, 4 overhead camshafts, 24 valves, the angle between the cylinder rows is 60° Cylinder bore: Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 3.386'' (86 mm) Petrol engine, V6 __________________ 3.504'' (89 mm) Stroke: Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ 3.
93U SM 06.book Page 298 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 298 Technical data 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.
93U SM 06.book Page 299 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data When to change engine oil. Your vehicle has a display (SID) where time for service will be shown. Based not only on mileage but also on driving conditions the mileage at which a service will be indicated can vary considerably. Under normal circumstances the service indication will come on at or around 15 000 miles or 2 years. For this service system to work it is of outmost importance that the right engine oil is used.
93U SM 06.book Page 300 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 300 Technical data Engines Electrical system 2.0t Ecopower Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ Maximum torque, EEC at 2500 rpm ____ Compression ratio__________________ 175 hp (129 kW) 195 ft.lb. (265 Nm) 9.5:1 2.0T Ecopower Rating, EEC at 5300 rpm ____________ Maximum torque, EEC at 2500 rpm ____ Compression ratio__________________ 210 hp (155 kW) 221 ft.lb. (300 Nm) 9.5:1 2.
93U SM 06.book Page 301 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Drive belt Manual transmission Outside length ______________________ Petrol engine, 4-cyl. ________________ Petrol engine, V6 __________________ Type __________________________ 40.472'' (1028 mm) 83.463'' (2120 mm) Oil type (for topping up)____________ Oil capacity: 5-speed _________________________ 6-speed, 2.
93U SM 06.book Page 302 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 302 Technical data Automatic transmission Type: 5-speed__________________________ 6-speed__________________________ Selector lever positions _______________ Clutch type ________________________ Suspension Electronically controlled, 5-speed, fully-automatic with hydraulic torque converter, planetary gears and integral final drive. Lock-up function in selector positions 3, 4 and 5.
93U SM 06.book Page 303 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Brake system Foot brake (ABS)____________________ Hydraulic disc brakes with vacuum servo unit. Diagonally split circuits; ventilated discs on front wheels (some variants also have ventilated rear discs). EBD function (see page 181). Park brake _________________________ Acts on rear wheels Brake fluid _________________________ To DOT 4. Do not use DOT 5.
93U SM 06.book Page 304 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 304 Technical data Wheels and tires All season tires 6.5 x 16" _________________________ 7 x 17"___________________________ NOTICE 215/55 R16 97 H RF/XL 225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL 235/45 R17 94V 7.5 x 17" _________________________ Summer tires 7.5 x 17" _________________________ 235/45 R17 94 W We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer if you plan to fit other wheels or tires than those fitted as standard. Winter (snow) tires: 6.
93U SM 06.book Page 305 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Recommended tire/engine combinations 2.0t 2.0 Turbo 2.8 V6 215/55 R16 97 H RF/XL x – – 225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL x x – 235/45 R17 94 V – – x – – x 215/55 R16 93 Q x x x 225/45 R17 94 Q M+S RF/XL x x – 235/45 R17 94 Q – – x 6.5 x 16" x x – 7 x 17" x x – 7.5 x 17" – – x All season tires Summer tires 235/45 R17 94 W Winter (snow) tires Wheel sizes RF/XL = Reinforced (or Extra Load) tire.
93U SM 06.book Page 306 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 306 Technical data Recommended lowest tire pressure, cold tires Tire size All season tires 215/55 R16 97 H XL/RF 225/45 R17 94 V RF/XL 235/45 R17 94 V Load/speed mph (km/h) * 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–5 pers./100– (160–) 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–5 pers./100– (160–) 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 1–5 pers./100– (160–) Summer tires 23525/45 R17 94 W 1–3 pers./0–120 (0–190) 4–5 pers.
93U SM 06.book Page 307 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Plates and labels When contacting your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car’s vehicle identification, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 V.I.N. number and barcode, inside windshield 2 Gearbox number 3 Engine number 4 USA: Label for color codes (trim and body). Tire information label can be found on the B-pillar. See also page 267.
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93U SM 06.book Page 309 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Several of the systems in your Saab can be customized to better suit your individual needs. Contact your Saab dealer Central locking system Some functions are governed by legal requirements and cannot therefore be reprogrammed. We recommend that you consult a Saab dealer for further information. Listed below are a number of examples of programmable functions. • Audible confirmation of arming/disarming the car alarm.
93U SM 06.book Page 310 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM 310 Technical data Warning and indications that can be shown on the SID Which warnings and indications that can be shown depends on engine variant and car specification. Hot engine. Make a safe stop. Run engine on idle. Key not accepted. Contact Saab dealer. Airbag malfunction. Contact Saab dealer. Remote control battery low. Replace battery. Symbol Text Antilock brake malfunction. Contact Saab dealer. Brake malfunction. Make a safe stop.
93U SM 06.book Page 311 Friday,February 18,2005 1:15 PM Technical data Parking assistance sensor interference. Left rear turn signal failure. Close doors. Right front turn signal failure. Left brake light failure Right rear turn signal failure. Left high beam failure. Left rear position light failure. Left low beam failure. Right rear position light failure. Rear fog light failure. Right brake light failure. Right high beam failure. Right low beam failure. High mounted brake light failure.
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