Owner's Manual
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...design particulars and illustrations included in the manual are not followed. Although the manual describes the most important differences between model variants, it in Canada and by Saab Cars USA, Inc. We recommend that you read through the manual before taking the car out for the first time...notice. A list of contents is given at the beginning of each section of the manual, and there is also a comprehensive index at Saab is a Warranties and Service Record booklet and a tire warranty folder which specifies the regular maintenance to be pleased to meet special legal ...
...design particulars and illustrations included in the manual are not followed. Although the manual describes the most important differences between model variants, it in Canada and by Saab Cars USA, Inc. We recommend that you read through the manual before taking the car out for the first time...notice. A list of contents is given at the beginning of each section of the manual, and there is also a comprehensive index at Saab is a Warranties and Service Record booklet and a tire warranty folder which specifies the regular maintenance to be pleased to meet special legal ...
Owner's Manual
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... flying objects in on the rear seat Safety belts, rear seat Three-point safety belts are provided for all three rear-seat passengers (2 for Convertible model). 16 Safety IB960 Safety belts, rear seat (the central head restraint is an accessory) Securing a load on the shoulder as far in the event of...
... flying objects in on the rear seat Safety belts, rear seat Three-point safety belts are provided for all three rear-seat passengers (2 for Convertible model). 16 Safety IB960 Safety belts, rear seat (the central head restraint is an accessory) Securing a load on the shoulder as far in the event of...
Owner's Manual
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.... Attaching tether strap hook to law. IB1314 The tether strap is not a part of the child tether anchorage. Child tether anchorage, Coupé and 5door models. Safety Child tether anchorages 19 Child restraints with a tether strap must be used for: • Adult safety belts. • Harnesses. • Attaching other items or...
.... Attaching tether strap hook to law. IB1314 The tether strap is not a part of the child tether anchorage. Child tether anchorage, Coupé and 5door models. Safety Child tether anchorages 19 Child restraints with a tether strap must be used for: • Adult safety belts. • Harnesses. • Attaching other items or...
Owner's Manual
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... will sound if the trunk is unlocked with the button on the remote control. • With the switch on the center console (except on Convertible models). • With the key in the following ways: • When locking all the car's doors with a key. To lock The trunk is locked), the alarm... will not be reprogrammed by an authorized Saab dealer See page 231. Unlocking the trunk lid with the key If the car has an alarm, and it is armed (the car is locked...
... will sound if the trunk is unlocked with the button on the remote control. • With the switch on the center console (except on Convertible models). • With the key in the following ways: • When locking all the car's doors with a key. To lock The trunk is locked), the alarm... will not be reprogrammed by an authorized Saab dealer See page 231. Unlocking the trunk lid with the key If the car has an alarm, and it is armed (the car is locked...
Owner's Manual
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...battery voltage Remote control The range of 4), all keys and remotes must be because the code signal has not been synchronized with an authorized Saab dealer. If the car-battery voltage is lost , the new one of the remaining remote controls to total of the remote control is ...the sensor, see page 231). If this , press the unlock button on the SID. To rectify this happens, warm it may differ between model variants for two seconds. in touch with that the car alarm can be triggered Overview of functions Locking/ activation Unlocking/ deactivation Unlocking/ deactivation of ...
...battery voltage Remote control The range of 4), all keys and remotes must be because the code signal has not been synchronized with an authorized Saab dealer. If the car-battery voltage is lost , the new one of the remaining remote controls to total of the remote control is ...the sensor, see page 231). If this , press the unlock button on the SID. To rectify this happens, warm it may differ between model variants for two seconds. in touch with that the car alarm can be triggered Overview of functions Locking/ activation Unlocking/ deactivation Unlocking/ deactivation of ...
Owner's Manual
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...lid. Flashes three times per second for 10 seconds. 39 Probably a faulty sensor or siren. Have the car checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Window-glass sensor is disabled. Fault in ignition-switch receiver. on for opening the trunk lid. Security Overview of remote controls and... messages Status Alarm activated (after delay period. Car alarm not activated. LED signal Flashes once every third second. Some signals may differ between model variants for 2 seconds. Closing of being or trunk lid. FULL THEFT ALARM • REMOTE KEY • TRANSPONDR REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY...
...lid. Flashes three times per second for 10 seconds. 39 Probably a faulty sensor or siren. Have the car checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Window-glass sensor is disabled. Fault in ignition-switch receiver. on for opening the trunk lid. Security Overview of remote controls and... messages Status Alarm activated (after delay period. Car alarm not activated. LED signal Flashes once every third second. Some signals may differ between model variants for 2 seconds. Closing of being or trunk lid. FULL THEFT ALARM • REMOTE KEY • TRANSPONDR REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY...
Owner's Manual
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... and +3°C), and also when temperature has been selected and it has been outside -temperature function when this temperature is equipped with SID (Saab Information Display). IB743 WARNING Remember that roads can otherwise easily be changed only when the car is stationary. FUEL Ø SPD Ø ...by depressing the CLEAR button for at temperatures of above 38°F (+3°C), especially on the standard of equipment and the model variant. Trip computer SID (Saab Information Display) The car is between 26° and 38°F (-3°C and +3°C). see page 65.
... and +3°C), and also when temperature has been selected and it has been outside -temperature function when this temperature is equipped with SID (Saab Information Display). IB743 WARNING Remember that roads can otherwise easily be changed only when the car is stationary. FUEL Ø SPD Ø ...by depressing the CLEAR button for at temperatures of above 38°F (+3°C), especially on the standard of equipment and the model variant. Trip computer SID (Saab Information Display) The car is between 26° and 38°F (-3°C and +3°C). see page 65.
Owner's Manual
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Backrest rake angle To find the most comfortable position, turn the knob to provide stepless adjustment of emergency braking or a collision. 113 Center armrest Certain models have a foldable center armrest that is attached to the driver´s seat. Interior equipment, trunk WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that ...
Backrest rake angle To find the most comfortable position, turn the knob to provide stepless adjustment of emergency braking or a collision. 113 Center armrest Certain models have a foldable center armrest that is attached to the driver´s seat. Interior equipment, trunk WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that ...
Owner's Manual
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...as an option. It is located on the instrument panel. 118 Interior equipment, trunk IB810 IB267 Electrically heated front seats (option on some model variants / markets) Electrically heated seat cushions for the two outer seats in the center of the steering wheel. The heating is stationary. The... lever to the left. IB811 Horn signal The horn is warm. Electrically heated seat cushions in the rear seat (option on some model variants/markets) Both front seats incorporate heating for steering-wheel adjustment Steering-wheel adjustment The steering wheel can also switch the heat off...
...as an option. It is located on the instrument panel. 118 Interior equipment, trunk IB810 IB267 Electrically heated front seats (option on some model variants / markets) Electrically heated seat cushions for the two outer seats in the center of the steering wheel. The heating is stationary. The... lever to the left. IB811 Horn signal The horn is warm. Electrically heated seat cushions in the rear seat (option on some model variants/markets) Both front seats incorporate heating for steering-wheel adjustment Steering-wheel adjustment The steering wheel can also switch the heat off...
Owner's Manual
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... off using the button on the overhead panel next to the rearview mirror. The switch for the interior lighting is on the light. On certain model variants, the sun visors are left open and close the trunk, if the switching button is set to preserve battery life. Trunk lighting The trunk...
... off using the button on the overhead panel next to the rearview mirror. The switch for the interior lighting is on the light. On certain model variants, the sun visors are left open and close the trunk, if the switching button is set to preserve battery life. Trunk lighting The trunk...
Owner's Manual
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Cup holder in the center-console compartment between the front seats is a coin tray. Next to the cup holder between the front seats on certain models. 122 Interior equipment, trunk IB1329 IB1177 Sun visor with vanity mirror Cup holder There are two cupholders, one in the fascia under the SID unit and one in the center console IB833
Cup holder in the center-console compartment between the front seats is a coin tray. Next to the cup holder between the front seats on certain models. 122 Interior equipment, trunk IB1329 IB1177 Sun visor with vanity mirror Cup holder There are two cupholders, one in the fascia under the SID unit and one in the center console IB833
Owner's Manual
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... the screw holes, whereupon the lock motor will be released from the door as follows. Manually opening the fuel filler door Coupé and 5-door models If the fuel filler door (which is blown or its replacement blows, you can release the lock motor from the door. Interior equipment, trunk 131...
... the screw holes, whereupon the lock motor will be released from the door as follows. Manually opening the fuel filler door Coupé and 5-door models If the fuel filler door (which is blown or its replacement blows, you can release the lock motor from the door. Interior equipment, trunk 131...
Owner's Manual
Page 141
... when a drive position is subsequently selected, this can increase the wear on . • If you should result in heavy urban traffic or steep downhill grades. models only) Cars equipped with a manual transmission have your hand resting on the brake when selecting a drive position, to the right in neutral before or when...
... when a drive position is subsequently selected, this can increase the wear on . • If you should result in heavy urban traffic or steep downhill grades. models only) Cars equipped with a manual transmission have your hand resting on the brake when selecting a drive position, to the right in neutral before or when...
Owner's Manual
Page 159
... car and remove the plastic cover from the adjustable foot. IB883 Carrier mounting, rear, on Coupés 7 When fitting the rear carrier on five-door models 4 Fold back the rubber strip and insert the pins of the foot into the fixing holes. Fold back the rubber strip and insert the pins...
... car and remove the plastic cover from the adjustable foot. IB883 Carrier mounting, rear, on Coupés 7 When fitting the rear carrier on five-door models 4 Fold back the rubber strip and insert the pins of the foot into the fixing holes. Fold back the rubber strip and insert the pins...
Owner's Manual
Page 192
... can negatively affect the car´s directional stability, steering and braking in both wet and dry conditions. For Viggen models the wheel should be used for rough roads with the car, consult your Saab dealer first as to cold tires. Note that a wheel/tire combination will be driven (see page 193. •...
... can negatively affect the car´s directional stability, steering and braking in both wet and dry conditions. For Viggen models the wheel should be used for rough roads with the car, consult your Saab dealer first as to cold tires. Note that a wheel/tire combination will be driven (see page 193. •...
Owner's Manual
Page 202
...a pointed knife to the bare metal. IMPORTANT! Other than in a collision is discovered: the longer it will be damaged. • On Covertible models with two thin coats of the repaired area is left, the greater the risk of paint remains, touch-up paint and brushes, are available from...the roof-mounted antenna, otherwise it is flush with a clean, dry rag. Stir both primer and touch-up the paint • Try your Saab dealer. The necessary tools and materials, such as a result of the electrically powered antenna about once a month with the surrounding paintwork. Always wash...
...a pointed knife to the bare metal. IMPORTANT! Other than in a collision is discovered: the longer it will be damaged. • On Covertible models with two thin coats of the repaired area is left, the greater the risk of paint remains, touch-up paint and brushes, are available from...the roof-mounted antenna, otherwise it is flush with a clean, dry rag. Stir both primer and touch-up the paint • Try your Saab dealer. The necessary tools and materials, such as a result of the electrically powered antenna about once a month with the surrounding paintwork. Always wash...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and owner assistance 211 Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance schedule...Owner assistance ...Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) ...Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government ...Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, (9-3 Models) ...212 213 214 214 215 IB1367
Maintenance and owner assistance 211 Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance schedule...Owner assistance ...Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) ...Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government ...Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, (9-3 Models) ...212 213 214 214 215 IB1367
Owner's Manual
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... addition to notifying Saab Cars USA, Inc. Or write: General Motors of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. Sections may either call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre ...use by professional technicians. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you , your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you...D.C. You can be ordered individually. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 car lines can also obtain other information about motor vehicle ...Saab dealer for prices and for a listing of available sections for your...
... addition to notifying Saab Cars USA, Inc. Or write: General Motors of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. Sections may either call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre ...use by professional technicians. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you , your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you...D.C. You can be ordered individually. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 car lines can also obtain other information about motor vehicle ...Saab dealer for prices and for a listing of available sections for your...
Owner's Manual
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...Engine oil and filter should be changed at least once a year. Maintenance and owner assistance 215 100,000 (160,000 km) 11 Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, (9-3 Models) 70,000 (112,000 km) 80,000 (128,000 km) 90,000 (144,000 km) 10 10,000 (16,000...) 40,000 (64,000 km) 50,000 (80,000 km) 60,000 (96,000 km) 7 1,000 (1,600 km) Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. " " " ! " " !* " ! " " " ! Saab urges that all recommended maintenance procedures be performed according to the Warranties & Service Record Book for repeated short trip operation without sufficient warm up , adjust...
...Engine oil and filter should be changed at least once a year. Maintenance and owner assistance 215 100,000 (160,000 km) 11 Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, (9-3 Models) 70,000 (112,000 km) 80,000 (128,000 km) 90,000 (144,000 km) 10 10,000 (16,000...) 40,000 (64,000 km) 50,000 (80,000 km) 60,000 (96,000 km) 7 1,000 (1,600 km) Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. " " " ! " " !* " ! " " " ! Saab urges that all recommended maintenance procedures be performed according to the Warranties & Service Record Book for repeated short trip operation without sufficient warm up , adjust...
Owner's Manual
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... color codes (trim and body). 7 Chassis number. 8 Chassis number (stamped on the right-hand door pillar. 2 V.I.N. Technical data Plates and labels In contacts with your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car's chassis, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 Modification identity plate (in the spare wheel compartment). On certain...
... color codes (trim and body). 7 Chassis number. 8 Chassis number (stamped on the right-hand door pillar. 2 V.I.N. Technical data Plates and labels In contacts with your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car's chassis, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 Modification identity plate (in the spare wheel compartment). On certain...