Owner's Manual
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... describes the most important differences between model variants, it in the car for your Saab dealer will be carried out. Supplied with a 2.0l turbo-engine, 185 hp or 205 hp or a 2.3l turbo-engine, 230 hp. Best wishes, Saab Automobile AB Saab Automobile AB does not accept liability for any queries concerning your car, its...
... describes the most important differences between model variants, it in the car for your Saab dealer will be carried out. Supplied with a 2.0l turbo-engine, 185 hp or 205 hp or a 2.3l turbo-engine, 230 hp. Best wishes, Saab Automobile AB Saab Automobile AB does not accept liability for any queries concerning your car, its...
Owner's Manual
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... 169 Warning and indicator lights _____ Tachometer _____ Speedometer _____ Odometer and trip meter _____ Gauge showing turbo pressure ___ Fuel gauge _____ Temperature gauge _____ 60 66 66 66 67 68 67 Trip computer (Saab Information Display, SID) __ 69 Night panel _____ 73 Clock _____ 74 Washers and wipers _____...
... 169 Warning and indicator lights _____ Tachometer _____ Speedometer _____ Odometer and trip meter _____ Gauge showing turbo pressure ___ Fuel gauge _____ Temperature gauge _____ 60 66 66 66 67 68 67 Trip computer (Saab Information Display, SID) __ 69 Night panel _____ 73 Clock _____ 74 Washers and wipers _____...
Owner's Manual
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... and topping up _____ 198 Coolant, changing _____ 199 Temperature gauge _____ 67 Driving in hot weather ____ 179 Driving in cold weather ___ 177 Turbo-compressor _____ 67 Pressure gauge _____ 67 Important considerations for driving _____ 154 Technical data: engine ___ 247 Washer fluid _____ 205 Topping up with...
... and topping up _____ 198 Coolant, changing _____ 199 Temperature gauge _____ 67 Driving in hot weather ____ 179 Driving in cold weather ___ 177 Turbo-compressor _____ 67 Pressure gauge _____ 67 Important considerations for driving _____ 154 Technical data: engine ___ 247 Washer fluid _____ 205 Topping up with...
Owner's Manual
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... and controls IB340 Instruments Tachometer The tachometer indicates the engine speed in the fuel system) prevents the engine speed exceeding approximately 6,200 rpm (2.0 Turbo) and 6,400 rpm (2.3 Turbo). The remainder of the scale will bring up to be illuminated if the speed of kilometres on Canadian vehicles). Reset button The button is...
... and controls IB340 Instruments Tachometer The tachometer indicates the engine speed in the fuel system) prevents the engine speed exceeding approximately 6,200 rpm (2.0 Turbo) and 6,400 rpm (2.3 Turbo). The remainder of the scale will bring up to be illuminated if the speed of kilometres on Canadian vehicles). Reset button The button is...
Owner's Manual
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... as it is safe to heed this warning may enter the first part of the scale when the engine is under pressure. Pressure gauge The turbo gauge indicates the air volume for combustion, which can occur in very hot weather or when the engine is at the level visible through the...
... as it is safe to heed this warning may enter the first part of the scale when the engine is under pressure. Pressure gauge The turbo gauge indicates the air volume for combustion, which can occur in very hot weather or when the engine is at the level visible through the...
Owner's Manual
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... after starting. Let the engine idle for different load conditions. 1 Starting and driving • Refrain from revving faster than 6,200 rpm by Saab is switched off . The system makes adjustments automatically, for about 5 seconds. Get in touch with manual gearbox To start in the normal way...depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal but do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. Then start the engine the clutch pedal must be in the P or N position. 1 Keep your attempt to start the engine...
... after starting. Let the engine idle for different load conditions. 1 Starting and driving • Refrain from revving faster than 6,200 rpm by Saab is switched off . The system makes adjustments automatically, for about 5 seconds. Get in touch with manual gearbox To start in the normal way...depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal but do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. Then start the engine the clutch pedal must be in the P or N position. 1 Keep your attempt to start the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... well filled. Never use an exposed flame in the right rear quarter panel. For optimum performance we recommend: • AON 90 for 2.0 Turbo 185 hp. • AON 93 for any condensation in the catalytic converter and associated components being damaged, and could therefore start a fire. ... overfill. Insert the fuel-pump nozzle beyond the flange on fuel of freezing temperatures in progress. Gasoline fuels are highly explosive. All Saab gasoline engines can cause severe burns. Manually opening the fuel filler door, see page 150, Convertible, page 58. The catalytic converter gets...
... well filled. Never use an exposed flame in the right rear quarter panel. For optimum performance we recommend: • AON 90 for 2.0 Turbo 185 hp. • AON 93 for any condensation in the catalytic converter and associated components being damaged, and could therefore start a fire. ... overfill. Insert the fuel-pump nozzle beyond the flange on fuel of freezing temperatures in progress. Gasoline fuels are highly explosive. All Saab gasoline engines can cause severe burns. Manually opening the fuel filler door, see page 150, Convertible, page 58. The catalytic converter gets...
Owner's Manual
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... your car. IB016 Because gasolines sold at a retail gas station. NOTE • Fill to shut off , may be allowed room for 2.0 Turbo 205 hp engines and 2.3 Viggen. The gasoline must be found in all parts of the United States and Canada, but particularly in their composition ...have been blended with an equal amount of the gasoline as the "Anti-Knock Index" (AKI) or the "Average Octane Number" (AON). Saab approves the use only quality gasolines that contain detergents and corrosion inhibitors. Octane rating is determined according to 5% methanol by volume (methyl tertiary ...
... your car. IB016 Because gasolines sold at a retail gas station. NOTE • Fill to shut off , may be allowed room for 2.0 Turbo 205 hp engines and 2.3 Viggen. The gasoline must be found in all parts of the United States and Canada, but particularly in their composition ...have been blended with an equal amount of the gasoline as the "Anti-Knock Index" (AKI) or the "Average Octane Number" (AON). Saab approves the use only quality gasolines that contain detergents and corrosion inhibitors. Octane rating is determined according to 5% methanol by volume (methyl tertiary ...
Owner's Manual
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... heater; 216 Car care Fuses and relays Fuse panel in engine bay (left side) Amp Function Low beam High beam Extra heater (Europe) Vacuum pump (Turbo aut.) D E F1 - F2 - G1 G2 H I J Radiator fan, low speed Lamp check (filament monitor, front) - - Horn Front fog lights - Radiator fan, high speed A/C-compressor IB919...
... heater; 216 Car care Fuses and relays Fuse panel in engine bay (left side) Amp Function Low beam High beam Extra heater (Europe) Vacuum pump (Turbo aut.) D E F1 - F2 - G1 G2 H I J Radiator fan, low speed Lamp check (filament monitor, front) - - Horn Front fog lights - Radiator fan, high speed A/C-compressor IB919...
Owner's Manual
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..._____ Max. torque EEC at 5500 rpm _____ Max. gal. (64 l) For optimum performance, we recommend the following: 2.0 Turbo 185 bhp_____ 90 AON, unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 AON 2.0 Turbo 205 bhp and Viggen _____ 93 AON*), unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 AON *) If the car is filled with 90 AON ...gasoline and the outdoor temperature is above 77-86°F (25-30°C), a slight decrease in engine performance may be noticeable. 249 Engine variants 2.0 Turbo 185 hp, manual transmission Rating, EEC at 2500 rpm _____ Compression ratio _____ 185 hp (136 kW) 194.0 ft.lb (263 Nm) 8.8:1 185 hp...
..._____ Max. torque EEC at 5500 rpm _____ Max. gal. (64 l) For optimum performance, we recommend the following: 2.0 Turbo 185 bhp_____ 90 AON, unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 AON 2.0 Turbo 205 bhp and Viggen _____ 93 AON*), unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 AON *) If the car is filled with 90 AON ...gasoline and the outdoor temperature is above 77-86°F (25-30°C), a slight decrease in engine performance may be noticeable. 249 Engine variants 2.0 Turbo 185 hp, manual transmission Rating, EEC at 2500 rpm _____ Compression ratio _____ 185 hp (136 kW) 194.0 ft.lb (263 Nm) 8.8:1 185 hp...
Owner's Manual
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...10 0.95 mm (0.03740") Type _____ 5-speed, fully synchronized with final-drive gear and differential Oil type (for topping-up) _____ Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil Oil capacity _____ 1.8 qts. (1.8 l) Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear 26/42 ...Electrical system Voltage _____ Battery capacity _____ Starter motor _____ Alternator rating _____ Firing order _____ Spark plugs: 2.0 Turbo 185 bhp_____ 2.0 Turbo 205 bhp_____ Viggen _____ Electrode gap _____ Automatic transmission Type _____ Electronically controlled 4-speed with torque converter and differential PRND321 7.4 qts....
...10 0.95 mm (0.03740") Type _____ 5-speed, fully synchronized with final-drive gear and differential Oil type (for topping-up) _____ Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil Oil capacity _____ 1.8 qts. (1.8 l) Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear 26/42 ...Electrical system Voltage _____ Battery capacity _____ Starter motor _____ Alternator rating _____ Firing order _____ Spark plugs: 2.0 Turbo 185 bhp_____ 2.0 Turbo 205 bhp_____ Viggen _____ Electrode gap _____ Automatic transmission Type _____ Electronically controlled 4-speed with torque converter and differential PRND321 7.4 qts....
Owner's Manual
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... ____ 5 - Model series ___ 3 = Coupé (3-door) 5 = 5-door 7 = Convertible 5 = Manual 5-speed 8 = Automatic 4-speed G = 2.3 Turbo Viggen H = 2.0 Turbo (185 bhp) K = 2.0 Turbo (205 bhp) 0-9 or X 1 = 2001 2 = Trollhättan 7 = Nystad 000001-999999 7 - Check digit ____ 10 - Serial number __ Region _____ Y = Northern Europe S = Sweden 3 = Saab Automobile AB D = 9-3 D = 9-3 S with driver's and passenger's airbag F = 9-3 SE with driver's and passenger's airbag...
... ____ 5 - Model series ___ 3 = Coupé (3-door) 5 = 5-door 7 = Convertible 5 = Manual 5-speed 8 = Automatic 4-speed G = 2.3 Turbo Viggen H = 2.0 Turbo (185 bhp) K = 2.0 Turbo (205 bhp) 0-9 or X 1 = 2001 2 = Trollhättan 7 = Nystad 000001-999999 7 - Check digit ____ 10 - Serial number __ Region _____ Y = Northern Europe S = Sweden 3 = Saab Automobile AB D = 9-3 D = 9-3 S with driver's and passenger's airbag F = 9-3 SE with driver's and passenger's airbag...
Owner's Manual
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... Trip meter _____ 66 Trunk _____ 144 Trunk lid lock, Convertible _____ 56 Trunk lighting _____ 139 Trunk, Convertible _____ 56 Trunk, opening _____ 40 Turbo gauge _____ 67 Turn signal _____ 76 Service information _____ 238 Service intervals _____ 236 Service record retention _____ 237 Side airbags _____ 30 Ski...
... Trip meter _____ 66 Trunk _____ 144 Trunk lid lock, Convertible _____ 56 Trunk lighting _____ 139 Trunk, Convertible _____ 56 Trunk, opening _____ 40 Turbo gauge _____ 67 Turn signal _____ 76 Service information _____ 238 Service intervals _____ 236 Service record retention _____ 237 Side airbags _____ 30 Ski...