Owner's Manual
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... Saab 9-7X Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...7 Front Seats ...9 Rear Seats ...16 Safety Belts ...18 Child Restraints ...38 Airbag System ...64 Restraint System Check ...82 Features and Controls ...85 Keys ...87 Doors and Locks ...92 Windows ...99 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...101 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...106 Mirrors ...121 OnStar® System ...125 M Universal Home Remote System ...128 Storage Areas ...139 Moonroof ...144 Instrument Panel ...Instrument Panel Overview ...Climate Controls ...Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Audio...
... Saab 9-7X Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...7 Front Seats ...9 Rear Seats ...16 Safety Belts ...18 Child Restraints ...38 Airbag System ...64 Restraint System Check ...82 Features and Controls ...85 Keys ...87 Doors and Locks ...92 Windows ...99 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...101 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...106 Mirrors ...121 OnStar® System ...125 M Universal Home Remote System ...128 Storage Areas ...139 Moonroof ...144 Instrument Panel ...Instrument Panel Overview ...Climate Controls ...Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Audio...
Owner's Manual
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Service and Appearance Care ...Service ...Fuel ...Checking Things Under the Hood ...All-Wheel Drive ...Rear Axle ...Front Axle ...Headlamp Aiming ...Bulb Replacement ...Windshield Replacement ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Tires ... 319 322 324 329 368 369 370 371 371 377 377 380 Appearance Care ...Vehicle Identification ...Electrical System ...Capacities and Specifications ... 423 433 434 445 Maintenance Schedule ...447 Maintenance Schedule ...448 Customer Assistance Information ...465 Customer Assistance and Information ...466 Reporting Safety Defects...
Service and Appearance Care ...Service ...Fuel ...Checking Things Under the Hood ...All-Wheel Drive ...Rear Axle ...Front Axle ...Headlamp Aiming ...Bulb Replacement ...Windshield Replacement ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Tires ... 319 322 324 329 368 369 370 371 371 377 377 380 Appearance Care ...Vehicle Identification ...Electrical System ...Capacities and Specifications ... 423 433 434 445 Maintenance Schedule ...447 Maintenance Schedule ...448 Customer Assistance Information ...465 Customer Assistance and Information ...466 Reporting Safety Defects...
Owner's Manual
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...-In ...106 Ignition Positions ...107 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...108 Starting the Engine ...108 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...110 Engine Coolant Heater ...110 Automatic Transmission Operation ...112 Parking Brake ...116 Shifting Into Park (P) ...117 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...118 Parking Over Things That Burn ...118 Engine Exhaust ...119 Running the Engine While Parked ...120 Mirrors ...121 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass ...121 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass ...123 Outside Power Mirror ...123 Keys ...87 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE...
...-In ...106 Ignition Positions ...107 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...108 Starting the Engine ...108 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...110 Engine Coolant Heater ...110 Automatic Transmission Operation ...112 Parking Brake ...116 Shifting Into Park (P) ...117 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...118 Parking Over Things That Burn ...118 Engine Exhaust ...119 Running the Engine While Parked ...120 Mirrors ...121 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® and Compass ...121 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass ...123 Outside Power Mirror ...123 Keys ...87 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE...
Owner's Manual
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... about 15 seconds. Lightly tap the switch to lower the window without holding the switch down. With power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACC or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. If you to open the window slightly. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on each of the side doors. Express-Down Window AUTO (Express-down): The driver's and front passenger's window switches have an express...
... about 15 seconds. Lightly tap the switch to lower the window without holding the switch down. With power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACC or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. If you to open the window slightly. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on each of the side doors. Express-Down Window AUTO (Express-down): The driver's and front passenger's window switches have an express...
Owner's Manual
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... operation of time. 9 (LOCK): This position locks the ignition and transmission. R (RUN): This is located on the center console. If it is, turn the ignition switch to four different positions. You may drain the battery and prevent your hand. Ignition Positions Use the key to turn the steering wheel left and right while you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is turned to LOCK and the vehicle has power.
... operation of time. 9 (LOCK): This position locks the ignition and transmission. R (RUN): This is located on the center console. If it is, turn the ignition switch to four different positions. You may drain the battery and prevent your hand. Ignition Positions Use the key to turn the steering wheel left and right while you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is turned to LOCK and the vehicle has power.
Owner's Manual
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... engine is held in your vehicle's warranty. 109 If you add electrical parts or accessories, you hold the key in START for long periods of the key and accelerator. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in starting it there as you could be covered by turning the ignition switch to a maximum of 15 seconds. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. To prevent gear...
... engine is held in your vehicle's warranty. 109 If you add electrical parts or accessories, you hold the key in START for long periods of the key and accelerator. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in starting it there as you could be covered by turning the ignition switch to a maximum of 15 seconds. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. To prevent gear...
Owner's Manual
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... compartment, lift the cover by pulling up on page 257 for more information. • Ignition Switch. Center Console Storage Area Grasp the front lever on page 107. See the following components: • Rear Seat Audio Controls. The console may contain one or more information. • Rear Climate Control. The overhead console may have this feature. Overhead Console Your vehicle may include reading lamps, a Universal Home Remote, and a moonroof switch.
... compartment, lift the cover by pulling up on page 257 for more information. • Ignition Switch. Center Console Storage Area Grasp the front lever on page 107. See the following components: • Rear Seat Audio Controls. The console may contain one or more information. • Rear Climate Control. The overhead console may have this feature. Overhead Console Your vehicle may include reading lamps, a Universal Home Remote, and a moonroof switch.
Owner's Manual
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... Care of the CD and DVD Player ...261 Fixed Mast Antenna ...261 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...261 Tire Pressure Light ...186 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...187 Oil Pressure Gage ...190 Security Light ...191 Cruise Control Light ...191 Reduced Engine Power Light ...191 Highbeam On Light ...192 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...192 Check Gages Warning Light ...192 Gate Ajar Light ...193 Fuel Gage ...193 Low Fuel Warning Light ...194 Check Gas Cap Light ...194 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...194 DIC Operation and...
... Care of the CD and DVD Player ...261 Fixed Mast Antenna ...261 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...261 Tire Pressure Light ...186 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...187 Oil Pressure Gage ...190 Security Light ...191 Cruise Control Light ...191 Reduced Engine Power Light ...191 Highbeam On Light ...192 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...192 Check Gages Warning Light ...192 Gate Ajar Light ...193 Fuel Gage ...193 Low Fuel Warning Light ...194 Check Gas Cap Light ...194 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...194 DIC Operation and...
Owner's Manual
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... 329. See Hood Release on page 163. Gear Shift Lever. See Ignition Positions on page 150. Accessory Power Outlet. B. See Horn on page 107. Instrument Panel Cluster. Audio System. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 194. P. Parking Brake. Q. S. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 150 or Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 167. Dome Lamp Override Button. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Horn. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. H. Rear Window Washer/Wiper. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. L. See Automatic Transmission Operation on...
... 329. See Hood Release on page 163. Gear Shift Lever. See Ignition Positions on page 150. Accessory Power Outlet. B. See Horn on page 107. Instrument Panel Cluster. Audio System. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 194. P. Parking Brake. Q. S. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 150 or Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 167. Dome Lamp Override Button. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Horn. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. H. Rear Window Washer/Wiper. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. L. See Automatic Transmission Operation on...
Owner's Manual
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..., your emission controls may not work as well, your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light to your engine may not be indicated by your fuel economy may not run as good, and your vehicle. This may also result in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent...
..., your emission controls may not work as well, your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light to your engine may not be indicated by your fuel economy may not run as good, and your vehicle. This may also result in correctly diagnosing any problem is apparent...
Owner's Manual
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... its wheels on the ground. Your vehicle was not designed to be on the ground. Do not tow an all leveling 303 If the vehicle is normal. Upon starting the vehicle, proper height will damage drivetrain components. The system includes a compressor, two height sensors, and two air springs supporting the rear axle. The ignition has to the standard ride height after the ignition has been turned off...
... its wheels on the ground. Your vehicle was not designed to be on the ground. Do not tow an all leveling 303 If the vehicle is normal. Upon starting the vehicle, proper height will damage drivetrain components. The system includes a compressor, two height sensors, and two air springs supporting the rear axle. The ignition has to the standard ride height after the ignition has been turned off...
Owner's Manual
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... are , automatic transmission/transaxle, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Some examples of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of optional accessories. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. GAWR...
... are , automatic transmission/transaxle, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Some examples of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of optional accessories. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. GAWR...
Owner's Manual
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...-Beam Windshield Wiper Automatic Transfer Case Windshield Washer Powertrain Control Module B Fog Lamps Stoplamp Cigarette Lighter Electric Adjustable Pedals Ignition B Airbag System Electric Brake Cooling Fan Horn Ignition E Electronic Throttle Control Fuses 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 50 51 52 53 54 57 59 Usage Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center (DIC) Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Transmission Control Module (TCM) Canister Backup Powertrain Control Module 1 Oxygen Sensor Air Conditioning Truck Body Controller 1 Passenger's Side Trailer Turn Driver's Side Trailer Turn Hazard...
...-Beam Windshield Wiper Automatic Transfer Case Windshield Washer Powertrain Control Module B Fog Lamps Stoplamp Cigarette Lighter Electric Adjustable Pedals Ignition B Airbag System Electric Brake Cooling Fan Horn Ignition E Electronic Throttle Control Fuses 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 50 51 52 53 54 57 59 Usage Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center (DIC) Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Transmission Control Module (TCM) Canister Backup Powertrain Control Module 1 Oxygen Sensor Air Conditioning Truck Body Controller 1 Passenger's Side Trailer Turn Driver's Side Trailer Turn Hazard...
Owner's Manual
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... Lighter Ignition Coils Transmission Control Module/Canister Ignition B Airbag System Electric Brake Cooling Fan Horn Ignition E Electronic Throttle Control Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center Fuses 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 61 66 Usage Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Engine 1 Backup Engine Control Module 1 Engine Control Module Air Conditioning Injector Bank A Passenger's Side Trailer Turn Driver's Side Trailer Turn Hazard Flashers Transmission Oxygen Sensor B Oxygen Sensor A Injector Bank B Headlamp Driver Module Truck Body Controller 1 Electric...
... Lighter Ignition Coils Transmission Control Module/Canister Ignition B Airbag System Electric Brake Cooling Fan Horn Ignition E Electronic Throttle Control Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center Fuses 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 61 66 Usage Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Engine 1 Backup Engine Control Module 1 Engine Control Module Air Conditioning Injector Bank A Passenger's Side Trailer Turn Driver's Side Trailer Turn Hazard Flashers Transmission Oxygen Sensor B Oxygen Sensor A Injector Bank B Headlamp Driver Module Truck Body Controller 1 Electric...
Owner's Manual
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Fuses 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 Usage Passenger Door Control Module Driver Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Blank Blank Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Rear Wiper Driver Door Module Amplifier Passenger Door Module Blank Driver Side Rear Parking Lamps Fuses 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 Blank Usage Vehicle Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Passenger Side Rear Parking Lamps Locks Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module Blank Locks Blank Unlock Ignition 0 Overhead Battery/OnStar® System Rainsense™ Wipers Sunroof 443
Fuses 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 Usage Passenger Door Control Module Driver Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Blank Blank Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Rear Wiper Driver Door Module Amplifier Passenger Door Module Blank Driver Side Rear Parking Lamps Fuses 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 Blank Usage Vehicle Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Passenger Side Rear Parking Lamps Locks Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module Blank Locks Blank Unlock Ignition 0 Overhead Battery/OnStar® System Rainsense™ Wipers Sunroof 443
Owner's Manual
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Fuses 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Accessory Parking Lamps Usage Fuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Radio Trailer Park Usage Truck Body Controller Accessory Truck Body Controller 5 Front Wipers Ignition 3 Vehicle Stop Transmission Control Module Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning B Front Parking Lamps Rear Left Turn Signal Heat, Ventilation, Air Conditioning 1 Front Right Turn Signal Rear Right Turn Signal Blank Auxiliary Power 1 Blank Ignition 0 Not Used Blank Front Left Turn Signal Brakes Truck Body Controller 4 444
Fuses 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Accessory Parking Lamps Usage Fuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Radio Trailer Park Usage Truck Body Controller Accessory Truck Body Controller 5 Front Wipers Ignition 3 Vehicle Stop Transmission Control Module Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning B Front Parking Lamps Rear Left Turn Signal Heat, Ventilation, Air Conditioning 1 Front Right Turn Signal Rear Right Turn Signal Blank Auxiliary Power 1 Blank Ignition 0 Not Used Blank Front Left Turn Signal Brakes Truck Body Controller 4 444
Owner's Manual
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... be obtained by contacting your vehicle. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably service Saab cars and trucks. Saab Customer Assistance Center 4405-A International Boulevard Norcross, GA 30093 In Canada, please call the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-263-1999 (English or French). Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Reporting Safety Defects to Saab In addition to notifying NHTSA...
... be obtained by contacting your vehicle. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably service Saab cars and trucks. Saab Customer Assistance Center 4405-A International Boulevard Norcross, GA 30093 In Canada, please call the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-263-1999 (English or French). Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Reporting Safety Defects to Saab In addition to notifying NHTSA...
Owner's Manual
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... Time ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...Understanding Radio Reception ...XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...Automatic Headlamp System ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Operation ... 432 427 427 429 212 259 261 261 261 243 214 222 257 213 258 260 261 161 341 112 B Battery ...Electric Power Management ...Run-Down Protection ...Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...Emergencies ...Parking ...System Warning Light ...Brake Pedal, Throttle ...Brakes ...Braking ...Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In, New Vehicle ...Bulb Replacement ...Front Turn Signal...
... Time ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...Understanding Radio Reception ...XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...Automatic Headlamp System ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Operation ... 432 427 427 429 212 259 261 261 261 243 214 222 257 213 258 260 261 161 341 112 B Battery ...Electric Power Management ...Run-Down Protection ...Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...Emergencies ...Parking ...System Warning Light ...Brake Pedal, Throttle ...Brakes ...Braking ...Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In, New Vehicle ...Bulb Replacement ...Front Turn Signal...
Owner's Manual
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Engine (cont.) Oil Life System ...337 Overheating ...347 Reduced Power Light ...191 Starting ...108 Entry Lighting ...164 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...473 Exit Lighting ...164 Extender, Safety Belt ...37 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...Finish Damage ...Fixed Mast Antenna ...Flashers, Hazard Warning ...Flash-to-Pass ...Flat Tire ...Flat Tire, Changing ...Flat Tire, Storing ...339 430 261 150 153 406 406 420 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...Power Steering ...Windshield Washer ...Fog Lamps ...Front Axle ...Fuel ...Additives ...California Fuel ...Check Gas Cap Light ...Filling a Portable Fuel ...
Engine (cont.) Oil Life System ...337 Overheating ...347 Reduced Power Light ...191 Starting ...108 Entry Lighting ...164 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...473 Exit Lighting ...164 Extender, Safety Belt ...37 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...Finish Damage ...Fixed Mast Antenna ...Flashers, Hazard Warning ...Flash-to-Pass ...Flat Tire ...Flat Tire, Changing ...Flat Tire, Storing ...339 430 261 150 153 406 406 420 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...Power Steering ...Windshield Washer ...Fog Lamps ...Front Axle ...Fuel ...Additives ...California Fuel ...Check Gas Cap Light ...Filling a Portable Fuel ...
Owner's Manual
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...271 Rear Climate Control System ...173 Rear Door Security Locks ...97 Rear Floor Storage Lid ...142 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...35 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...257 Rear Seat Entertainment System ...243 Rear Seat Operation ...16 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...32 Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper ...155 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Compass ...123 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® and Compass ...121 Reclining Seatbacks, Power ...13 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...458 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...302 Reduced Engine Power Light ...191 Remote Keyless Entry...
...271 Rear Climate Control System ...173 Rear Door Security Locks ...97 Rear Floor Storage Lid ...142 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...35 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...257 Rear Seat Entertainment System ...243 Rear Seat Operation ...16 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...32 Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper ...155 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Compass ...123 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar® and Compass ...121 Reclining Seatbacks, Power ...13 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...458 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...302 Reduced Engine Power Light ...191 Remote Keyless Entry...