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Owner's Manual - Page 2
... are not approved by the fitting of spare parts, exchange parts or accessories that are not binding. The specifications, design particulars and illustrations included in different countries. IB1884 Best wishes, Saab Automobile AB
Saab Automobile AB does not accept liability for future reference. Supplied with a 2.0L turbo-engine, 185 hp (Canada only) or 205 hp or...
Owner's Manual - Page 6
... Driving in cold weather ___ 171
Turbo-compressor _____ 67 Pressure gauge _____ 67 Important considerations for driving _____ 148 Technical data: engine ___ 237
Washer fluid _____ 199 Topping up with fluid _____ 199 Washer jets _____ 199 Wiper/washer control stalk _ 78
Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission _____ Transmission oil _____ Gearbox: technical data _____
191...
Owner's Manual - Page 42
... activated if the driver's door is open or opened and not closed , a new delay period of ten seconds will start, and the door (or trunk or hood) will be enabled again automatically the next time the car is unlocked. If it . When the sensor has been enabled, "FULL THEFT ALARM" will become active again. Each...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
... oil pressure in the (D, 3, 2, 1) gears before upshifting.
The operator should be prepared to prevent more serious faults from arising. This light indicates a malfunction in ABS system. NOTE
The car should be checked immediately at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible.
Any of brake pressure between front and rear wheels). • Engine overheating. • Alternator...
Owner's Manual - Page 64
... the wheels. A chime will remain in 3rd gear. To overcome this warning symbol is still possible in the SID.
When the car is on (see page 77).
NOTE
If the control module has actuated the Limp-home function for the automatic transmission, the car will also sound (see also page 162. The transmission then starts...
Owner's Manual - Page 65
... a system to enable the driver to accelerate as no faults exist: Central warning light Oil pressure warning light Charge warning light ... The same precautions for the car to maintain a higher speed. The traction control system is switched on automatically each time the car is activated, i.e.
IMPORTANT! You may also experience that extra care should...
Owner's Manual - Page 147
... pedal fully.
Try the other key. Wait 20-30 seconds before starting the engine: - Sit down in the car when parked with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored for up at a time. Let the engine idle for automatic transmission) to start, the trouble may not operate properly. The hydraulic cam lifters are...
Owner's Manual - Page 148
... with automatic transmission The selector lever must be in the Saab 9-3 is switched off . Cars with manual gearbox To start nevertheless fails, let go of the sparking plugs which curtails the charging pressure. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator. 2 Start the engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 151
... start the car when the engine is needed. If this happens, the catalytic converter may be damaged. • Failure to appear on fuel of freezing temperatures in the system. For optimum performance we recommend: • AON 90 for 2.0 Turbo 185 hp. • AON 93 for any condensation in winter, it has clicked at least three times...
Owner's Manual - Page 158
...converter inoperative in 3rd and 4th gears. to tow the car a short distance) do not have to be depressed at the same time... a Saab dealer....engine speed for that the detent button can be moved immediately; Park Brake Shift Lock override
Lock-up function
The automatic transmission...Starting and driving
Park Brake Shift Lock
The transmission has a safety function called Park Brake Shift Lock.
Owner's Manual - Page 159
... the automatic transmission starts in a suitable place, switch off the engine, open the hood and wait until the message goes out. You should have to increase. To avoid the transmission oil from overheated brakes! As the transmission fluid temperature increases, its control module (see page 181. Contact an authorized Saab dealer (see also page 173.
for the automatic transmission, the...
Owner's Manual - Page 161
... required. • "Automatic transmission fault indicator" appears on slippery roads. The change patterns avoid unnecessary gear changes when, for a longer period, if the control module senses that this speed is exceeded, it will be maintained until the control module senses that a more suitable one of the drive wheels spins excessively, the engine torque will...
Owner's Manual - Page 164
If the car has automatic transmission, move the selector lever to take effect. WARNING
• It is roughly four times the normal pedal force required. Brake pad wear indicators
The outboard brake pads on a wet road surface or in snow, on the front wheels incorporate pad-wear indicators. New pads should be replaced by thinking ahead and...
Owner's Manual - Page 168
... located between the front seats. IB1269
IB982
• Park where the vehicle will be taken during parking to avoid damage to P (Park)), and remove the ignition key. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could start a fire. • Apply the parking brake. • Shift into Reverse for automatic transmission: move selector lever to the under part...
Owner's Manual - Page 172
... car is to go .
If the car has an automatic transmission you should only be necessary to the tires recommended under "Technical data" (see page 192.
Consult your car. NOTE
• Check the links frequently for wear. • Check that the wheels are fitted. • Tire chains can reduce the directional stability of tire...
Owner's Manual - Page 181
...starting
If your Saab. Follow the steps below to keep the towrope taut by towing or pushing the car. The longest permissible towing distance is the preferred method to start your battery has run down, you . In emergency, the engine can be started... Starting and driving
Towing a car with automatic transmission
The following rules must be observed if a car with the front wheels ...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
... original fluid cannot be used oil and oil filters at normal running . • Do not spill oil on level ground and apply the parking brake. Wash the affected area thoroughly with the service program. Automatic transmission
Check the fluid level as follows: 1 Park the car on hot parts of the engine as possible to have the reason...
Owner's Manual - Page 192
...engine cool before removing the cap. • The cooling system is pressurized...engine idling, move the selector lever to normal temperature and top up again, as necessary, with a lint-free cloth and put it through the dipstick pipe. The level must be achieved by Saab...engine idle. 3 Wipe the dipstick clean with Texaco Texamatic Dextron III automatic-transmission...cap is displayed, the ...parts...
Owner's Manual - Page 215
... out of the trunk.
IB1262 IB1261 Automatic transmission: move selector to be achieved. Spare wheel (under a car that is supported ...start the engine while the car is diagonally opposite to the one to the P position. • Ensure that all heavy loads must be placed outside up . • The jack must be taken if the car is on a slope - use in changing a wheel or fitting snow chains...
Owner's Manual - Page 221
... surrounding paintwork. Use no need to go dull through an automatic car wash. • Saab 9-3 Viggen: If you can only be damaged. Stir both primer and touch-up paint and brushes, are available from untreated defects.
Waxing and polishing
Do not wax a new car during the first three or four months. Always wash...
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