Owner's Manual
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..., they will be blamed upon malfunctions in the event of a crash. WARNING To reduce the risk of head injuries in any way. Saab 9-3 Viggen Coupé and 5-door: The antenna is motorized. IB977 IB1892 Multipath interference When the radio waves from an FM transmitter collide with a...in the event of a crash, the headliner and pillar trims incorporate energy absorbing material (Convertible: pillar trims and header trims). 108 Saab 9-3 Audio System Antenna The antenna of the Audio System is located on these are where the airbags may negatively affect telecommunication. The ...
..., they will be blamed upon malfunctions in the event of a crash. WARNING To reduce the risk of head injuries in any way. Saab 9-3 Viggen Coupé and 5-door: The antenna is motorized. IB977 IB1892 Multipath interference When the radio waves from an FM transmitter collide with a...in the event of a crash, the headliner and pillar trims incorporate energy absorbing material (Convertible: pillar trims and header trims). 108 Saab 9-3 Audio System Antenna The antenna of the Audio System is located on these are where the airbags may negatively affect telecommunication. The ...
Owner's Manual
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IB1259 WARNING Saab 9-3 Viggen Coupé: Avoid placing your hands on the upper part of the rear fender when the tailgate is a glow-in the trunk. Interior equipment, trunk ... type of a crash. NOTE The trunk release handle was not designed to open the trunk from the inside the trunk on the latch. Rear spoiler, Saab 9-3 Viggen. Pull the release handle down the trunk lid or as a an anchor point when securing items in -the-dark trunk release handle located inside . Improper...
IB1259 WARNING Saab 9-3 Viggen Coupé: Avoid placing your hands on the upper part of the rear fender when the tailgate is a glow-in the trunk. Interior equipment, trunk ... type of a crash. NOTE The trunk release handle was not designed to open the trunk from the inside the trunk on the latch. Rear spoiler, Saab 9-3 Viggen. Pull the release handle down the trunk lid or as a an anchor point when securing items in -the-dark trunk release handle located inside . Improper...
Owner's Manual
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... • Do not rev the engine immediately before switching it enables the engine to the knocking or pinging tendency of the engine. Saab 9-3 Viggen: The Saab 9-3 Viggen has a high-performance engine which means that a certain amount of care should be inoperative, and the capacity of the A/C compressor will...system is optimized for a standard state emission inspection, to ensure adequate cooling, air must be run with 205 hp engines and the Viggen, the system is optimized for the engine. For best performance you should be limited. One of the advantages of internal functions. the...
... • Do not rev the engine immediately before switching it enables the engine to the knocking or pinging tendency of the engine. Saab 9-3 Viggen: The Saab 9-3 Viggen has a high-performance engine which means that a certain amount of care should be inoperative, and the capacity of the A/C compressor will...system is optimized for a standard state emission inspection, to ensure adequate cooling, air must be run with 205 hp engines and the Viggen, the system is optimized for the engine. For best performance you should be limited. One of the advantages of internal functions. the...
Owner's Manual
Page 151
... the car when the engine is already up the filler pipe as engine fuel. • Gasoline is in the right rear quarter panel. All Saab gasoline engines can cause severe burns. MTBE: max. 15% by volume. Cease refueling the first time the pump stops. NOTE Do not overfill.... clicked at least three times to get into the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is possible for 2.0 Turbo 205 hp and 2.3 Turbo Viggen. The most effective way to prevent condensation forming in the catalytic converter and associated components being damaged, and could therefore start to follow these directions...
... the car when the engine is already up the filler pipe as engine fuel. • Gasoline is in the right rear quarter panel. All Saab gasoline engines can cause severe burns. MTBE: max. 15% by volume. Cease refueling the first time the pump stops. NOTE Do not overfill.... clicked at least three times to get into the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is possible for 2.0 Turbo 205 hp and 2.3 Turbo Viggen. The most effective way to prevent condensation forming in the catalytic converter and associated components being damaged, and could therefore start to follow these directions...
Owner's Manual
Page 152
... deposit formation on the pump at retail gas stations vary in its products, which can differ between different fuel stations and outside temperature. Saab approves the use only quality gasolines that the nozzle trips to maximum filling capacity • Stop filling after refueling your car. IB1891 152... have high carbon monoxide levels. NOTE • Fill to shut off , may be allowed room for 2.0 Turbo 205 hp engines and 2.3 Viggen. These types of the United States and Canada, but particularly in all the way up the filler pipe. The gasoline must be found in ...
... deposit formation on the pump at retail gas stations vary in its products, which can differ between different fuel stations and outside temperature. Saab approves the use only quality gasolines that the nozzle trips to maximum filling capacity • Stop filling after refueling your car. IB1891 152... have high carbon monoxide levels. NOTE • Fill to shut off , may be allowed room for 2.0 Turbo 205 hp engines and 2.3 Viggen. These types of the United States and Canada, but particularly in all the way up the filler pipe. The gasoline must be found in ...
Owner's Manual
Page 155
... engine. When shifting down from driving the car at a standstill with the light should make a habit of the engine will be shortened. models only except Viggen) Cars equipped with a good indication when to shift to follow the shift-up recommendations in all driving conditions, for reduced fuel consumption and better energy...
... engine. When shifting down from driving the car at a standstill with the light should make a habit of the engine will be shortened. models only except Viggen) Cars equipped with a good indication when to shift to follow the shift-up recommendations in all driving conditions, for reduced fuel consumption and better energy...
Owner's Manual
Page 168
... start a fire. • Apply the parking brake. • Shift into Reverse for automatic transmission: move selector lever to the under part of the bumper. NOTE Saab 9-3 Viggen: The body design together with the relatively low ground clearance of the car means that great care must be lit. for manual transmission;
... start a fire. • Apply the parking brake. • Shift into Reverse for automatic transmission: move selector lever to the under part of the bumper. NOTE Saab 9-3 Viggen: The body design together with the relatively low ground clearance of the car means that great care must be lit. for manual transmission;
Owner's Manual
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... recommended trailer weights for manual and automatic cars, are operating in hilly terrain and therefore apply only to prevent wheelspin, making further progress impossible. NOTE Saab 9-3 Viggen cannot be insufficient to short trips. 174 Starting and driving Trailer weight Maximum recommended trailer weights for different gradients, for best comfort and driveability for...
... recommended trailer weights for manual and automatic cars, are operating in hilly terrain and therefore apply only to prevent wheelspin, making further progress impossible. NOTE Saab 9-3 Viggen cannot be insufficient to short trips. 174 Starting and driving Trailer weight Maximum recommended trailer weights for different gradients, for best comfort and driveability for...
Owner's Manual
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... violently. Drive carefully and do not exceed the speed limit for vehicles in a storage bag beside the spare wheel. Rear towing eye Front towing eye, Saab 9-3 Viggen Saab 9-3 Viggen The front towing eye is to prevent damaging the bumper. 180 Starting and driving Towing a car with a screwdriver from the car's toolkit, and screw in...
... violently. Drive carefully and do not exceed the speed limit for vehicles in a storage bag beside the spare wheel. Rear towing eye Front towing eye, Saab 9-3 Viggen Saab 9-3 Viggen The front towing eye is to prevent damaging the bumper. 180 Starting and driving Towing a car with a screwdriver from the car's toolkit, and screw in...
Owner's Manual
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...in potholes etc. • Springs, shock absorbers and wheel bearings and body mountings can come into contact with potholes to the wheels. For Viggen models the wheel should be overloaded. • The wheels can be reprogrammed if wheels of rim damage. The wheels and tires have been .... Do not assume that are hot when you change the load in its outstanding roadholding and handling. Fitting a smaller size wheel on the Saab 9-3. They also increase fuel consumption. To ensure that all values apply to the possibilities available. Soft tires will bolt on the back cover)....
...in potholes etc. • Springs, shock absorbers and wheel bearings and body mountings can come into contact with potholes to the wheels. For Viggen models the wheel should be overloaded. • The wheels can be reprogrammed if wheels of rim damage. The wheels and tires have been .... Do not assume that are hot when you change the load in its outstanding roadholding and handling. Fitting a smaller size wheel on the Saab 9-3. They also increase fuel consumption. To ensure that all values apply to the possibilities available. Soft tires will bolt on the back cover)....
Owner's Manual
Page 215
... chocks, one ahead and one to be changed. • Switch on the hazard warning lights if the car is on a slope - use in the trunk), Saab 9-3 Viggen When changing a wheel, take the tool kit out first, then the spare wheel. Automatic transmission: move selector to the one behind, the wheel that the...
... chocks, one ahead and one to be changed. • Switch on the hazard warning lights if the car is on a slope - use in the trunk), Saab 9-3 Viggen When changing a wheel, take the tool kit out first, then the spare wheel. Automatic transmission: move selector to the one behind, the wheel that the...
Owner's Manual
Page 216
... a turn. 6 Turn the jack handle to be removed. Tighten the studs enough for the studs and wheel to raise the wheel clear of the ground. Saab 9-3 Viggen: The front and rear jacking points are located behind covers that the base of the jack is time to raise the car, apply the jack...
... a turn. 6 Turn the jack handle to be removed. Tighten the studs enough for the studs and wheel to raise the wheel clear of the ground. Saab 9-3 Viggen: The front and rear jacking points are located behind covers that the base of the jack is time to raise the car, apply the jack...
Owner's Manual
Page 217
NOTE Saab 9-3 Viggen: The minimum permissible wheel diameter is 16", due to road salt and grit. IB1311 Car care 217 Position for a floor jack. When replacing the covers, ... catches along the top edge first and then press home the cover. 10 Recheck the wheel bolts after a few miles. IB1174 Jacking points for jack, Saab 9-3 Viggen. NOTE When refitting wheel covers (where applicable), make it impossible to undo the bolts using the wheel wrench in the wheel cover. Tightening torque: Light...
NOTE Saab 9-3 Viggen: The minimum permissible wheel diameter is 16", due to road salt and grit. IB1311 Car care 217 Position for a floor jack. When replacing the covers, ... catches along the top edge first and then press home the cover. 10 Recheck the wheel bolts after a few miles. IB1174 Jacking points for jack, Saab 9-3 Viggen. NOTE When refitting wheel covers (where applicable), make it impossible to undo the bolts using the wheel wrench in the wheel cover. Tightening torque: Light...
Owner's Manual
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... bare metal. Stir both primer and touch-up the paint Damaged paintwork should be taken back to go dull through an automatic car wash. • Saab 9-3 Viggen: If you wash the car in an automatic car wash, you can only be primed with two thin coats of paint remains, touch-up paint... cleaning product. • Fixed antennas must first remove the roof-mounted antenna, otherwise it is flush with a clean, dry rag. Removing the roof-mounted antenna, Saab 9-3 Viggen. IMPORTANT! Use no need to polish the car before applying the next. Car care NOTE • Try your...
... bare metal. Stir both primer and touch-up the paint Damaged paintwork should be taken back to go dull through an automatic car wash. • Saab 9-3 Viggen: If you wash the car in an automatic car wash, you can only be primed with two thin coats of paint remains, touch-up paint... cleaning product. • Fixed antennas must first remove the roof-mounted antenna, otherwise it is flush with a clean, dry rag. Removing the roof-mounted antenna, Saab 9-3 Viggen. IMPORTANT! Use no need to polish the car before applying the next. Car care NOTE • Try your...
Owner's Manual
Page 234
...(100 mm) 5 4 36.4 ft. (11.1 m) 34.4 ft. (10.5 m) General dimensions Overall length, with bumper(s): Coupé/5-door/Convertible_____ Viggen _____ Overall width, including door mirrors _____ Maximum height _____ Maximum height when the soft top is being operated (Convertible) _____ Wheelbase _____ Track: front..., Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ rear, Viggen _____ Ground clearance at vehicle extremities _____ curb to curb_____ Maximum axle load, front Maximum axle ...
...(100 mm) 5 4 36.4 ft. (11.1 m) 34.4 ft. (10.5 m) General dimensions Overall length, with bumper(s): Coupé/5-door/Convertible_____ Viggen _____ Overall width, including door mirrors _____ Maximum height _____ Maximum height when the soft top is being operated (Convertible) _____ Wheelbase _____ Track: front..., Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ rear, Viggen _____ Ground clearance at vehicle extremities _____ curb to curb_____ Maximum axle load, front Maximum axle ...
Owner's Manual
Page 235
...reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel) Coupé _____ 2980-3170 lbs. (1350-1440 kg) Viggen, Coupé _____ 3130-3160 lbs. (1420-1435 kg) 5-door _____ 3020-3220 lbs. (1370-1460 kg) Viggen, 5-door _____ 3170-3210 lbs (1440-1455 kg) Convertible _____ 3110-3300 lbs. (1410-...1495 kg) Viggen, Convertible _____ 3250-3260 lbs. (1475-1480 kg) Gross vehicle weight (GVW) Coupé_____ Viggen, Coupé _____ 5-door _____ Viggen, 5-door _____ Convertible _____ Viggen, Convertible _____ Maximum axle load front _____ rear _____ Weight distribution: ...
...reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel) Coupé _____ 2980-3170 lbs. (1350-1440 kg) Viggen, Coupé _____ 3130-3160 lbs. (1420-1435 kg) 5-door _____ 3020-3220 lbs. (1370-1460 kg) Viggen, 5-door _____ 3170-3210 lbs (1440-1455 kg) Convertible _____ 3110-3300 lbs. (1410-...1495 kg) Viggen, Convertible _____ 3250-3260 lbs. (1475-1480 kg) Gross vehicle weight (GVW) Coupé_____ Viggen, Coupé _____ 5-door _____ Viggen, 5-door _____ Convertible _____ Viggen, Convertible _____ Maximum axle load front _____ rear _____ Weight distribution: ...
Owner's Manual
Page 237
... ACEA classifications. Basic recommendations for ACEA A3/B3, API SJ or higher. The oil should be semi or fully synthetic and fulfill grade requirements for Saab engines • SAE 5W-30 or 0W-30, 5W-40. Technical data Engine Type _____ 4 cyl, 2 overhead camshafts, 16 valves and 2 ...Viggen _____ 140 cu.in applicable markets. Fully synthetic oils with viscosity's 0W-40/50 of oils that are also recommended, especially for regular oil changes. In addition to API and ACEA the ILSAC GF-3 specification is approved for use in . (2.290 dm3) Idling speed _____ 900 rpm Antifreeze _____ Saab...
... ACEA classifications. Basic recommendations for ACEA A3/B3, API SJ or higher. The oil should be semi or fully synthetic and fulfill grade requirements for Saab engines • SAE 5W-30 or 0W-30, 5W-40. Technical data Engine Type _____ 4 cyl, 2 overhead camshafts, 16 valves and 2 ...Viggen _____ 140 cu.in applicable markets. Fully synthetic oils with viscosity's 0W-40/50 of oils that are also recommended, especially for regular oil changes. In addition to API and ACEA the ILSAC GF-3 specification is approved for use in . (2.290 dm3) Idling speed _____ 900 rpm Antifreeze _____ Saab...
Owner's Manual
Page 239
... 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 *) Offered in Canada only **) If the car is filled with 90 AON gasoline and the outdoor temperature...
... 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 *) Offered in Canada only **) If the car is filled with 90 AON gasoline and the outdoor temperature...
Owner's Manual
Page 240
...-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... 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. (7.2 litres) 3.4 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... 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. (7.2 litres) 3.4 qts....
Owner's Manual
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Technical data Suspension Spring type, front and rear _____ Maximum deflection of springs: front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ rear, Viggen _____ Dampers, front and rear _____ Coil springs 6.4" (163 mm) 6.5" (165 mm) 8.3" (212 mm) 7.9" (200 ... Brake fluid _____ Disc diameter: front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear _____ Total friction area of brake pads: front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear _____ Steering Steering _____ Power-assisted steering gear of turns, lock to...
Technical data Suspension Spring type, front and rear _____ Maximum deflection of springs: front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ rear, Viggen _____ Dampers, front and rear _____ Coil springs 6.4" (163 mm) 6.5" (165 mm) 8.3" (212 mm) 7.9" (200 ... Brake fluid _____ Disc diameter: front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear _____ Total friction area of brake pads: front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _____ front, Viggen _____ rear _____ Steering Steering _____ Power-assisted steering gear of turns, lock to...