Owner's Manual
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... a roof rack load ____ 182 Mounting of roof rack _____ 182 Maximum loads _____ 244 Hood release handle _____ 192 Engine compartment: washing __ 226 Headlight switches _____ 75 High/low beam control stalk 75 Turn signal & lane change indicators _____ 76 Headlamp wipers _____ 204 Changing bulbs _____ 206 Taillights _____ 208 Stop lights _____ 208 Light switches _____ 75 Changing bulbs _____ 206 Central locking _____ Interior locking buttons ____ Trunk lock _____ Child safety lock catch ____ Car alarm...
... a roof rack load ____ 182 Mounting of roof rack _____ 182 Maximum loads _____ 244 Hood release handle _____ 192 Engine compartment: washing __ 226 Headlight switches _____ 75 High/low beam control stalk 75 Turn signal & lane change indicators _____ 76 Headlamp wipers _____ 204 Changing bulbs _____ 206 Taillights _____ 208 Stop lights _____ 208 Light switches _____ 75 Changing bulbs _____ 206 Central locking _____ Interior locking buttons ____ Trunk lock _____ Child safety lock catch ____ Car alarm...
Owner's Manual
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... further information, see the manual. Cover sharp edges with a protective wrap. • Max. IB994 Use blocks. An unsecured load could cause passenger injuries in braking situations or in unlocked position. USA AIR BAG WARNING Flip visor over Belt beam WARNING CANADA Long loads Always SECURE LOAD to prevent it from the air bag. • ALWAYS use SEAT BELT and CHILD RESTRAINTS IB989...
... further information, see the manual. Cover sharp edges with a protective wrap. • Max. IB994 Use blocks. An unsecured load could cause passenger injuries in braking situations or in unlocked position. USA AIR BAG WARNING Flip visor over Belt beam WARNING CANADA Long loads Always SECURE LOAD to prevent it from the air bag. • ALWAYS use SEAT BELT and CHILD RESTRAINTS IB989...
Owner's Manual
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... seat belt as follows: 1 Lower the convertible top fully. 2 Switch off the ignition when the top storage covers are in their straight up position. 3 Place the child restraint in the rear seat. 4 Unlock the backrest and lower it about 8 in. (20 cm). 5 Insert the child restraint´s upper tether between the backrest and the crossmember to the cross-member. 24 Safety...
... seat belt as follows: 1 Lower the convertible top fully. 2 Switch off the ignition when the top storage covers are in their straight up position. 3 Place the child restraint in the rear seat. 4 Unlock the backrest and lower it about 8 in. (20 cm). 5 Insert the child restraint´s upper tether between the backrest and the crossmember to the cross-member. 24 Safety...
Owner's Manual
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... front door is a risk that could be repaired by an authorized Saab dealer. • Do not modify the speaker installation in the front doors or install speakers other than those specifically approved by the door panel being pressed in the door or the airbag sensors. The sensors, which point on the car's side the impact occurs. Otherwise there is not damaged in pressure caused by Saab.
... front door is a risk that could be repaired by an authorized Saab dealer. • Do not modify the speaker installation in the front doors or install speakers other than those specifically approved by the door panel being pressed in the door or the airbag sensors. The sensors, which point on the car's side the impact occurs. Otherwise there is not damaged in pressure caused by Saab.
Owner's Manual
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... seconds will start to the receiver. If, on the SID. 9-3 Convertible: when the car is open or if the ignition switch is immobilized. If the signal is activated. in the front interior light). 42 Security Window glass sensor The car-alarm (anti-theft system) incorporates a sensor that monitors the window glass for disabling it. To disable the sensor To disable the sensor, first turn the ignition key to have...
... seconds will start to the receiver. If, on the SID. 9-3 Convertible: when the car is open or if the ignition switch is immobilized. If the signal is activated. in the front interior light). 42 Security Window glass sensor The car-alarm (anti-theft system) incorporates a sensor that monitors the window glass for disabling it. To disable the sensor To disable the sensor, first turn the ignition key to have...
Owner's Manual
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... with if the battery is not charging. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 200. If the belt has broken, the engine may be inoperative because of brake failure! Danger of a fault (see Anti-lock brake warning, see page 174.) If the car driven with the parking brake on, will be ready to warn you turn the ignition key to ON. Instruments and controls Parking brake warning light 61 Warning charging This light comes on...
... with if the battery is not charging. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 200. If the belt has broken, the engine may be inoperative because of brake failure! Danger of a fault (see Anti-lock brake warning, see page 174.) If the car driven with the parking brake on, will be ready to warn you turn the ignition key to ON. Instruments and controls Parking brake warning light 61 Warning charging This light comes on...
Owner's Manual
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... catalytic converter to the Start or Drive position. Conventional braking without a crash. - For safety reasons, stop the car and check the level of the airbags without the ABS function will come on for about 2.5 gallons (10 litre) of the brake pressure between the front and rear wheels). Deployment of the brake fluid (see page 200). It should be working properly. Now check the level again. WARNING • If the airbag...
... catalytic converter to the Start or Drive position. Conventional braking without a crash. - For safety reasons, stop the car and check the level of the airbags without the ABS function will come on for about 2.5 gallons (10 litre) of the brake pressure between the front and rear wheels). Deployment of the brake fluid (see page 200). It should be working properly. Now check the level again. WARNING • If the airbag...
Owner's Manual
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... D or 3. The transmission then starts in the SID. Switch the ignition off . When the car is in the Winter mode it is next needed, it very sluggish. NOTE If the control module has actuated the Limp-home function for the automatic transmission, the car will indicate the door concerned (or trunk). Even if the fault persists, it starts in 3rd gear, which gives a better...
... D or 3. The transmission then starts in the SID. Switch the ignition off . When the car is in the Winter mode it is next needed, it very sluggish. NOTE If the control module has actuated the Limp-home function for the automatic transmission, the car will indicate the door concerned (or trunk). Even if the fault persists, it starts in 3rd gear, which gives a better...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition switch is turned to operate the rear fog light (see page 77). The high beam will remain on until you do not want Daytime Running Lights, this feature can be switched on automatically when the ignition switch is indicated by an indicator light in the main instrument panel (see page 214). Note: The lighting switch must not be disconnected as they go off the engine and remove fuse...
... the ignition switch is turned to operate the rear fog light (see page 77). The high beam will remain on until you do not want Daytime Running Lights, this feature can be switched on automatically when the ignition switch is indicated by an indicator light in the main instrument panel (see page 214). Note: The lighting switch must not be disconnected as they go off the engine and remove fuse...
Owner's Manual
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... car constitutes a hazard to save the battery. 76 Instruments and controls Courtesy Headlamp Feature A delay function allows the headlights to off the ignition and remove the key • Open the driver's door • Pull the high/low beam control stalk towards the steering wheel like you are cancelled automatically (stalk returns to remain on for indicating a right or left on low beam for signalling when changing...
... car constitutes a hazard to save the battery. 76 Instruments and controls Courtesy Headlamp Feature A delay function allows the headlights to off the ignition and remove the key • Open the driver's door • Pull the high/low beam control stalk towards the steering wheel like you are cancelled automatically (stalk returns to remain on for indicating a right or left on low beam for signalling when changing...
Owner's Manual
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... cold drafts from the dash vents. The air discharge vents should therefore select a defroster/floor combination. Fan The rate of the incoming air can be steplessly varied using the temperature control. Control panel: manual system 1 2 3 4 5 6 Temperature Fan speed Air distribution Air conditioning (A/C) Rear-window heating Recirculation IB755 Dash vent 1 Adjusting the direction of the air flow. 2 Adjusting the air flow Temperature control The temperature of air flow inside the car is controlled by the floor ducts. The control...
... cold drafts from the dash vents. The air discharge vents should therefore select a defroster/floor combination. Fan The rate of the incoming air can be steplessly varied using the temperature control. Control panel: manual system 1 2 3 4 5 6 Temperature Fan speed Air distribution Air conditioning (A/C) Rear-window heating Recirculation IB755 Dash vent 1 Adjusting the direction of the air flow. 2 Adjusting the air flow Temperature control The temperature of air flow inside the car is controlled by the floor ducts. The control...
Owner's Manual
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... not switch the heating on the climate-control panel. Avoid placing sharp objects on . Instruments and controls Electrically heated rear window/external mirrors The button is clear, the air-distribution control should be shifted two steps to the left. Switch off earlier so that the battery can get the benefit of driving. Once the windshield is located on until you have started the engine. 83 Recommended settings in severe cold On starting...
... not switch the heating on the climate-control panel. Avoid placing sharp objects on . Instruments and controls Electrically heated rear window/external mirrors The button is clear, the air-distribution control should be shifted two steps to the left. Switch off earlier so that the battery can get the benefit of driving. Once the windshield is located on until you have started the engine. 83 Recommended settings in severe cold On starting...
Owner's Manual
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... time. The function can also be made with one press on the display). floor (front and rear) and center rear vent Electrically heated rear window/electrically heated door mirrors are controlled automatically, though they can be controlled automatically. Other manual selections will still be programmed for manual control; After you have depressed OFF there will still be no control. The temperature, air distribution and fan speed will be controlled automatically. When this function is shown on AUTO...
... time. The function can also be made with one press on the display). floor (front and rear) and center rear vent Electrically heated rear window/electrically heated door mirrors are controlled automatically, though they can be controlled automatically. Other manual selections will still be programmed for manual control; After you have depressed OFF there will still be no control. The temperature, air distribution and fan speed will be controlled automatically. When this function is shown on AUTO...
Owner's Manual
Page 153
... start If the text "KEY NOT ACCEPTED" appears on top of the ignition switch. If the car does not start , the trouble may not operate properly. Call on it before starting the engine in the driver's seat. - Depress the clutch pedal fully. Do not run the starter motor for more than 25 seconds at least 10 seconds and then drive away as long as the engine oil warning light...
... start If the text "KEY NOT ACCEPTED" appears on top of the ignition switch. If the car does not start , the trouble may not operate properly. Call on it before starting the engine in the driver's seat. - Depress the clutch pedal fully. Do not run the starter motor for more than 25 seconds at least 10 seconds and then drive away as long as the engine oil warning light...
Owner's Manual
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... the brake pedal. 2 Start the engine. This initiates more vigorous cleaning of the fuel injectors. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. Then start in very cold weather, press and hold the accelerator down to the floor and run the starter for instance, if the car is being flooded (excessively rich fuel-air mixture). 154 Starting and driving Useful tips on cold climate starting If the engine...
... the brake pedal. 2 Start the engine. This initiates more vigorous cleaning of the fuel injectors. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. Then start in very cold weather, press and hold the accelerator down to the floor and run the starter for instance, if the car is being flooded (excessively rich fuel-air mixture). 154 Starting and driving Useful tips on cold climate starting If the engine...
Owner's Manual
Page 174
... manual transmission; The catalytic converter gets very hot and could start a fire. • Do not leave children or pets unattended in the car. WARNING • Always apply the parking brake when the car is parked. • Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key. • Never use the parking brake while the car is located between the front seats. 174 Starting and driving Parking WARNING • Park where the vehicle will be taken during parking...
... manual transmission; The catalytic converter gets very hot and could start a fire. • Do not leave children or pets unattended in the car. WARNING • Always apply the parking brake when the car is parked. • Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key. • Never use the parking brake while the car is located between the front seats. 174 Starting and driving Parking WARNING • Park where the vehicle will be taken during parking...
Owner's Manual
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... the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure, including the compact spare wheel. • Take an extra car key/remote control and keep it is advisable to have your car inspected by your journey such as spare bulbs, wiper blades, fuses, a Poly-Vee-belt and the like. The tire should be placed outside up in the car. Have the standard wheel repaired and...
... the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure, including the compact spare wheel. • Take an extra car key/remote control and keep it is advisable to have your car inspected by your journey such as spare bulbs, wiper blades, fuses, a Poly-Vee-belt and the like. The tire should be placed outside up in the car. Have the standard wheel repaired and...
Owner's Manual
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... following conditions: • Most trips are less than 5-10 miles (8-16 km). If your Saab dealer at no charge and should only be done by services at every service point. Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is used for specific components when the car is reasonable and necessary to turbochargers. Maintenance schedule The Maintenance Schedule prescribes a service program to the most knowledgeable service professionals. Additional maintenance is...
... following conditions: • Most trips are less than 5-10 miles (8-16 km). If your Saab dealer at no charge and should only be done by services at every service point. Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is used for specific components when the car is reasonable and necessary to turbochargers. Maintenance schedule The Maintenance Schedule prescribes a service program to the most knowledgeable service professionals. Additional maintenance is...
Owner's Manual
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... CHECKING _____ 72 Cabin lighting _____ 139 Calibration, ACC _____ 90 Car alarm _____ 41 Car phone, installation _____ 113 Care of safety belts _____ 224 Cassette player _____ 100 Central locking _____ 36 Change of address notification _____ 238 Changing a wheel _____ 221 Changing bulbs _____ 206 Changing the coolant _____ 199 Changing the engine oil _____ 196 Changing the key battery _____ 39 Changing the wheels round _____ 218 Changing wiper blades _____ 204...
... CHECKING _____ 72 Cabin lighting _____ 139 Calibration, ACC _____ 90 Car alarm _____ 41 Car phone, installation _____ 113 Care of safety belts _____ 224 Cassette player _____ 100 Central locking _____ 36 Change of address notification _____ 238 Changing a wheel _____ 221 Changing bulbs _____ 206 Changing the coolant _____ 199 Changing the engine oil _____ 196 Changing the key battery _____ 39 Changing the wheels round _____ 218 Changing wiper blades _____ 204...
Owner's Manual
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... 147 Park Brake Shift Lock _____ 164 Parking brake _____ 174 Parking lights _____ 75 Plates and labels _____ 253 Power steering fluid, check _____ 201 Power steering oil, grade _____ 251 Pressure gauge _____ 67 Programmable driver's seat _____ 134 Programming, ACC _____ 90 Rearview mirrors _____ 143 Rear-window wiper _____ 79 Recirculation _____ 82 Recycling _____ 230 Refuelling _____ 157 Relay table _____ 215 Release handle, hood _____ 192 Remote control _____ 36 Remote control battery, changing ____...
... 147 Park Brake Shift Lock _____ 164 Parking brake _____ 174 Parking lights _____ 75 Plates and labels _____ 253 Power steering fluid, check _____ 201 Power steering oil, grade _____ 251 Pressure gauge _____ 67 Programmable driver's seat _____ 134 Programming, ACC _____ 90 Rearview mirrors _____ 143 Rear-window wiper _____ 79 Recirculation _____ 82 Recycling _____ 230 Refuelling _____ 157 Relay table _____ 215 Release handle, hood _____ 192 Remote control _____ 36 Remote control battery, changing ____...