Page 1 93_US_MY09.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Owner’s Manual Saab 9-3 Model Year 2009 Safety Security 9-3 Convertible Instruments and controls Interior equipment 117 Starting and driving 149 Car care 201 Customer Assistance and Information 277 Technical data 283...
Page 2 NOTICE texts warns of potential damage to the car if the recommendations are not followed. Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement, we retain the right to incorpo- rate modifications and to alter specifications during production without prior notice.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Odometer and trip meter ________ Speedometer ________________ Tachometer __________________ Temperature gauge____________ Turbo gauge _________________ Warning and indicator lights _____ Saab Information Display (SID)___ Cruise Control ___________ 169 Direction indicators _______ 101 High/Low beam switch ____ Washers and wipers______ 103 Washer fluid ____________ 217...
Page 4 93_US_MY09.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Exterior Maximum loads _______________ Hood _______________________ Mounting holes for roof carriers ___ Washing the engine bay_________ Roof load ____________________ Moonroof_______________ 128 Touching up paintwork ____ 270 High/Low beam switch ____ Washing _______________ 267 Direction indicators_______ 101 Waxing and polishing _____ 270 Front lights _____________ 220...
Page 5 93_US_MY09.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior Interior rear view mirror _________ Interior light switches ___________ Vanity mirror _________________ Moonroof ____________________ Door mirrors__________________ Interior lighting: changing bulbs ___ Airbag _________________ Safety belts ____________ Steering wheel adjustment _ 118 Airbag_________________ Child safety locks ________ Child seats _____________...
Page 6 93_US_MY09.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Engine bay, 4-cyl Oil grade and viscosity__________ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ 210 Engine: description ____________ Driving in hot climates __________ 187 Engine: technical data __________ Radiator_____________________ 286 Important considerations for driving Temperature gauge ____________ Color code______________ 292 Engine number __________ 292 ABS brakes_____________...
Page 7 93_US_MY09.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Engine bay, 2.8 V6 Oil grade and viscosity__________ Cooling system, coolant capacity__ Engine: description ____________ Coolant: checking/topping-up ____ Engine oil: topping up __________ Driving in hot climates __________ Engine: technical data __________ Temperature gauge ____________ Important considerations for driving ___________________...
Page 8: Warning Labels
The A/C system complies with SAE J639. Charge: 4 cyl. - 680 g and 6 cyl. - 650 g R134a. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG oil SP-10 alt. Saab oil 4759106 Battery • No sparks, naked flames or smoking • Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury •...
Page 9 • Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. • Always use seat belts and child restraints. Changing wheels Contact a Saab dealer if a • Use only on specified vehicle. xenon headlight requires • Safe working load 2425 lbs. (1100 kg).
Page 10 93_US_MY09.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Example of symbols that can be found in your car No sparks, Windshield Coolant tem- flames or Buckle up Headlights Radiator fan wipers perature smoking Refer to Direction Windshield No charge to the Owner’s Airbag Fuel...
Page 11 93_US_MY09.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Safety Safety belts ___________ Seats ________________ Head restraints ________ Child safety ___________ Airbag________________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
Page 12: Safety Belts
The text Use your seat belt. is lit on the front-seat backrests. The stresses Saab Information Display (SID) and the imposed on the front seat passengers symbol will flash. and belts are multiplied and can result...
Page 13 • Children up to 6 years of age must always be seated in a child seat. Saab recom- Consider this: mends the use of a child seat for children up to the age of 10.
Page 14 93_US_MY09.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety To fasten the belt Press the red button to release the belt The belt guide on door pillar, SportSedan and SportCombi Press the red button on the belt buckle to Front safety belts Belt height adjustment, release the belt.
Page 15 93_US_MY09.book Page 15 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Adjust the belt so that it is as high up as possible without rubbing against the neck. To avoid chafing in the case of a short person, the guide can be lowered until the belt comes about an inch (a few centime- ters) from the throat but still provides safe restraint.
Page 16 We recommend reduce belt loads on the body by "slacken- on the body by "slackening" the safety belt that you contact a Saab dealer for any ing" the safety belt slightly to absorb the slightly to absorb the body’s kinetic energy necessary repairs.
Page 17 93_US_MY09.book Page 17 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Safety belts, rear seat, SportSedan and SportCombi Safety belts rear seat, Convertible, see page 75. WARNING • Make sure that the belt does not become trapped when the backrest is folded down or raised (see page 136).
Page 18: Seat Adjustment
93_US_MY09.book Page 18 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Seats We recommend that adjustments to the driver’s seat be performed in the following order: WARNING 1 Height 2 Legroom Never adjust the driver’s seat except when the car is stationary. 3 Backrest rake angle Manually adjusted front seats 3 4 Head restraint height...
Page 19 93_US_MY09.book Page 19 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Adjusting the legroom Adjusting the backrest Adjusting the lumbar support Lumbar support 3 Legroom adjustment Backrest rake angle Lift the lever under the front of the seat and Adjust the firmness of the lumbar support by slide the seat to the desired position.
Page 20 93_US_MY09.book Page 20 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Electrically adjustable front seats 3 WARNING • The seats are actuated by powerful motors. Bear this in mind when adjust- ing the seat, and make sure that noth- ing gets caught and damaged. Ensure that nothing can be trapped behind the seat when adjusting it.
Page 21 93_US_MY09.book Page 21 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Adjusting the rake angle Adjusting the lumbar support Memory function buttons Driver’s seat in SportSedan and Sport- Combi Memory function 3 Backrest rake angle Lumbar support 3 WARNING WARNING Adjust the firmness of the lumbar support by turning the knob.
Page 22 93_US_MY09.book Page 22 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety When the ignition is ON, all seat settings can be adjusted. When the door is open and before the remote control has been inserted into the ignition switch, all seat settings can be adjusted for up to 20 minutes.
Page 23 The rear head restraints can be fully low- • Raising: grasp the head restraint on both The front seats are equipped with Saab ered to improve rearward vision when the sides and pull it straight up. Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These are rear seats are unoccupied.
Page 24: Child Seats
93_US_MY09.book Page 24 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Child safety Car safety tips WARNING WARNING WARNING • Never leave children unattended in a Protect children from getting • Children can be killed or car, even for a short time. seriously injured by the trapped in the trunk of your car airbag...
Page 25 LATCH-type child restraint is properly We recommend that you always consult facilitate proper fitting of child restraints your Saab dealer before fitting a child seat, installed using the anchor points, or use designed for and equipped with LATCH child restraint or booster cushion.
Page 26 93_US_MY09.book Page 26 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Lower anchorages in the rear seat, SportSedan and SportCombi Lower anchor and top tether anchor loca- tions, SportSedan and SportCombi. Convertible has two top tether anchors, one behind each head restraint (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Page 27 93_US_MY09.book Page 27 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety LATCH child seat installation Before starting the installation, please read through this instruction, and the child seat installation instruction. 1 Place the child restraint on one of the designated outboard rear seat cush- ions.
Page 28 4 Lower the headrest and route the tether over it. If you have any questions regarding child anchorages please contact your Saab 5 Attach the tether to the anchorage, 2 in dealer. illustration. The car is provided with three top tether 6 Close the cover to the middle position, 3 anchorages.
Page 29 If you have any questions regarding child the anchor(s). anchorages please contact your Saab 2 Fold the backrest back upright. dealer. 3 Place the child restraint in the rear seat. The top tether anchors are located on the...
Page 30 Adjust it in If you have any questions regarding child ages or the safety belts as described in its highest position. anchorages please contact your Saab the child restraint installation instruction. dealer. WARNING 4 Attach the tether to the anchorage.
Page 31 93_US_MY09.book Page 31 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Installation of child restraint If fitting a child restraint that is intended to be The safety belt locking function will be deac- secured in position by the standard safety tivated when the safety belt is retracted. using the standard safety belt belt, make use of the locking function of the 1 Disengage the safety belt latch from the...
Page 32: Airbag
The steering wheel and passenger airbags main instrument panel will come on and the are so-called smart airbags. The driver and Saab Information Display (SID) will display: passenger airbag system compensates for safety belt usage and the force of the crash Airbag malfunction.
Page 33 93_US_MY09.book Page 33 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety When the airbag system is activated all of the doors are unlocked while the inte- rior/exterior lighting and the hazard warning lights are illuminated at the same time. Inflated airbag (driver’s side). Both front airbags inflated Inflation and deflation of airbag takes approx.
Page 34 93_US_MY09.book Page 34 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Airbag system Accessories and other equipment must not be fitted to the surfaces marked as 1 Steering wheel with integral airbag these are where the airbags inflate in the 2 Passenger airbag 3 Side airbag event of a crash.
Page 35 We rec- BAGS, safety belts must still always same applies to anything you might ommend that you contact a Saab be worn by all occupants. have in your mouth, such as a pipe, for dealer. The warning light could signify instance.
Page 36 93_US_MY09.book Page 36 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Operation of the steering wheel airbag in Front passenger seat a front-end crash WARNING •Children can be killed or Moment of impact. seriously injured by the airbag WARNING • The BACK SEAT is the SAFEST place for children 12 and under or shorter Never secure a rear-facing child seat in than 55 inches (140 cm)
Page 37 93_US_MY09.book Page 37 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Passenger Sensing System • Keep feet on the floor – never put feet up on the dash, on the seat or out of Vehicles with a passenger sensing system the window. have indicator LEDs on the facia.
Page 38 93_US_MY09.book Page 38 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Saab recommends that child restraints be The passenger sensing system is designed When the passenger sensing system has secured in a rear seat, including an infant to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag,...
Page 39 93_US_MY09.book Page 39 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety The passenger sensing system is designed If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right Aftermarket equipment, such as seat to enable (may inflate) the right front front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator covers, can affect how well the passenger passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the is lit, it could be because that person is not...
Page 40 Failure to observe this warning We recommend that you contact a could result in the side airbags not Saab dealer. inflating as intended and thus not pro- The side airbags, which help protect the viding the intended protection either.
Page 41 93_US_MY09.book Page 41 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety The side-impact protection is only activated on the side of impact, while the safety belt pretensioners on both sides are deployed. The front seats and outer rear seats have safety belt pretensioners. There are two sensors on each side of the car, one at the rear of each door sill and one in the lower part of each C-pillar.
Page 42 93_US_MY09.book Page 42 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Inflatable curtains, SportSedan • Do not position a sun visor or similar and SportCombi item in the area that would be filled by the inflatable curtain. WARNING • To reduce the risk of head injuries in the event of a crash, the roof pillars •...
Page 43 93_US_MY09.book Page 43 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety Airbag warning lamp What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? WARNING After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even • If the airbag readiness light stays on realize the airbag inflated.
Page 44 93_US_MY09.book Page 44 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Safety • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash Servicing the airbag system sensing and diagnostic module which WARNING The airbag system must be inspected as records information after a crash. See part of the normal service program but oth- Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data When an airbag inflates, there is dust in...
Page 45 Saab dealer. install an airbag from one car into safety system. Moreover, the front airbags another.
Page 46 Saab dealer as soon as possible. damage your hearing. For a short time after- side sheet metal or height, they may keep wards you could experience a buzzing the airbag system from working properly.
Page 47 93_US_MY09.book Page 47 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Security Security Doors ________________ Central locking ________ Car alarm _____________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
Page 48: Central Locking
WARNING The following message appears on the number in a safe place. Saab Information Display (SID) if a door is Leaving children or pets unattended in a The remote control contains an electronic not closed (text displayed first when vehicle locked car is dangerous.
Page 49 93_US_MY09.book Page 49 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Security Remote control functions NOTICE Button Pressed once Pressed Hold and twice press the button more The remote control contains delicate than electronics. 2 seconds Locks all doors. • Do not expose it to water. •...
Page 50 Never lock anyone in the car. The hazard warning lights will flash twice to confirm. Remote locking and unlocking also control Saab Information Display (SID), see Locking/unlocking the front left-hand door the car alarm. page 89. with the traditional key...
Page 51 93_US_MY09.book Page 51 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Security Locking a car with dead battery Trunk lid/Tailgate The steering wheel lock requires sufficient Opening battery voltage to lock and unlock. If the bat- SportSedan: The trunk lid is unlocked and tery voltage drops below a certain level while the remote control is in the ignition slightly opened when the...
Page 52: Child Safety Locks
93_US_MY09.book Page 52 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Security Switches on front doors The central locking can also be operated from inside the car using the button by each front door handle. Locking the car with the remote control ren- ders these buttons inoperative.
Page 53 Insert a screwdriver or the traditional key reprogrammed. We recommend that you (enclosed in the remote control) and turn it contact a Saab dealer (see page 293). 45°. Checking the number of remote When the child safety lock is in the locked...
Page 54 Change the battery as soon as possible to avoid malfunctioning. Battery type: For optimum performance in NOTICE all temperatures and good service life, Saab recommends the use of a Sony or Pana- The electronics of the remote control are sonic CR2032, 3V lithium battery.
Page 55 SID: you hear several clicks. Avoid pressing the buttons. Reinsert the traditional key into the remote control. Key not accepted. Contact service. Visit a Saab dealer to have the problem checked and rectified.
Page 56: Car Alarm
The car alarm is armed when the car is outside the car with the button on the If the signal persists, contact a Saab dealer locked with the remote control. remote control, you must lock the car with to have the problem checked and rectified.
Page 57 If the alarm has been tripped since the car vate the car alarm and at the same • all direction indicators flash for 5 minutes. was last locked, the Saab Information Dis- time unlock the car, if the button on the play (SID) will display: key is pressed by mistake when the •...
Page 58 Remote control battery low. Replace battery. See Changing the key battery, page 54. Some car alarm functions and indications can be reprogrammed. Contact a Saab dealer for details of the possibilities and refer to page 293.
Page 59 93_US_MY09.book Page 59 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Security Quick guide, LED and Saab Information Display (SID) messages SID message Reason/action Activity LED signal Key not accepted. Error when remote control Arming (delay period) Illuminates for 11 seconds. Contact service.
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Page 61 93_US_MY09.book Page 61 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible 9-3 Convertible Advice on soft top Head restraints ________ operation ___________ Safety belts, rear seat, Operating the soft top __ Convertible __________ Raising the soft top Rollover Pop-up Bars ___ manually ___________ Electric windows_______ SID warnings and...
Page 62: Advice On Soft Top Operation
20 seconds bearing against the body. Saab advises to prevent overloading the drive system. against washing the Convertible in an • Washing the soft top, see page 267.
Page 63: Operating The Soft Top
20 mph (30 km/h). This speed can be pro- grammed (0–20 mph/0–30 km/h). We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. The movement of the car and force of the wind can seriously damage...
Page 64 93_US_MY09.book Page 64 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Opening 2 Press and hold the soft top button until the soft top is fully folded and the soft top The following conditions must be fulfilled for cover raised. Completed folding is indi- the soft top to be folded: cated by a chime.
Page 65 93_US_MY09.book Page 65 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible 1 Rear window raised. Soft top storage in 3 Soft top folded. 4 The soft top cover is closed. luggage compartment lowered. 2 The soft top cover is opened. a 7.2 ft (2.2 m) b 2"...
Page 66 93_US_MY09.book Page 66 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Raising 2 Press and hold the soft top button until the soft top is fully raised and the soft top The following conditions must be fulfilled for cover closed. Completed raising is indi- raising the soft top: cated by a chime.
Page 67 93_US_MY09.book Page 67 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible 1 The soft top cover is opened. 2 The soft top is raised. 3 The soft top cover is closed. 4 The rear window is lowered. a 7.2 ft (2.2 m) b 2"...
Page 68: Raising The Soft Top Manually
93_US_MY09.book Page 68 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Raising the soft top manually WARNING Only raise the soft top manually in an emergency (e.g. due to an electrical fault). Do not touch the soft top button on the instrument panel while closing the soft top manually.
Page 69 93_US_MY09.book Page 69 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Soft top cover opened Manual closing started Soft top pulled towards windshield 5 Open the soft top cover, upward and 7 Before raising the soft top, the two backward. WARNING catches in the leading edge of the soft top must be opened.
Page 70 10 Press down the rear edge of the soft top The soft top system must be checked and as far as possible towards the soft top rectified without delay. We recommend that cover. you contact a Saab dealer.
Page 71: Sid Warnings And Messages
93_US_MY09.book Page 71 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible SID warnings and messages The following messages associated with the soft top system and can be displayed on the SID together with a chime: Cause Suitable action Failure of the soft top to lock automatically to •...
Page 72 93_US_MY09.book Page 72 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible The voltage of the car battery is too low to allow Battery low. soft top operation. Soft top obstructed. Clear obstacles. Complete soft top Complete soft top operation. operation to open trunk. Complete soft top Complete soft top operation.
Page 73: Easy Entry
93_US_MY09.book Page 73 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible "Easy entry" WARNING • Always check that the backrest locks properly when returned to normal position. • Check that the fore-and-aft position of the seat is properly locked. The back- rest and the entire belt-in seat must be locked in position;...
Page 74: Head Restraints
• Raise the head restraints in the seats indicated by a clear clicking noise. that are occupied. The front seats are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These are designed to reduce the risk of neck injury if the car is hit from behind.
Page 75: Safety Belts, Rear Seat, Convertible
93_US_MY09.book Page 75 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Safety belts, rear seat, WARNING Convertible • If cargo has to be placed on a seat, it The two rear seats have three-point safety must be properly secured with the belts with inertia reels.
Page 76: Rollover Pop-Up Bars
93_US_MY09.book Page 76 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Rollover Pop-up Bars The Rollover Pop Up Bars, which are located behind each rear seat head restraint, are designed to deploy in the event of a crash or rollover. WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety...
Page 77: Electric Windows
• The person operating the electric crash or rollover. We recommend that window is responsible for ensuring you contact a Saab dealer. that no one, especially a child, has NOTICE their head, hands or fingers in the...
Page 78 (deactivated). checked and rectified. We recommend that Automatic opening you contact a Saab dealer. Press the button all the way down and release it. If the soft top is folded, the rear side window is also lowered.
Page 79: Interior Lighting
93_US_MY09.book Page 79 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM 9-3 Convertible Interior lighting Glove box The glove box lighting comes on when the The interior lighting consists of a front roof compartment is opened and goes out when light, two front reading lights, footfall lighting it is closed.
Page 80: Unlocking The Trunk Lid Manually
Follow the fitting instructions supplied not to damage the paintwork. with the wind deflector carefully. Unlocking the trunk lid manually 3 Unlock the trunk lid using the traditional key. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer to have the central locking system checked.
Page 81: Instruments And Controls
93_US_MY09.book Page 81 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Warning and indicator lights _______________ Instruments ___________ Saab Information Display (SID)________________ Switches _____________ Wipers and washers ____ Automatic climate- control system (ACC)__ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
Page 82: Warning And Indicator Lights
Antilock braking warning This warning light illuminates when a fault arises in the antilock brake system. The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Antilock brake malfunc. Contact service. U.S. shown, Canada similar The brake system will continue to function but without ABS modulation.
Page 83 (limp-home mode), you are cause serious engine damage. advised to have your car serviced at an Check the drive belt, see page 215. authorized Saab dealer as soon as possi- ble. The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID):...
Page 84 We recommend Saab Information Display (SID): that you contact a Saab dealer. The car should be checked immediately at a Saab dealer to prevent more serious Brake fluid level low. faults from arising. Make a safe stop.
Page 85 If this is the case, drive carefully and contact event of a crash. a workshop as soon as possible. We recom- – Deployment of the airbags without a mend that you contact a Saab dealer. Refer WARNING crash. to Brake warning light on page 84, Antilock –...
Page 86 Contact service. driver. If the car runs out of fuel, air can be drawn If so, have the system checked at a Saab in with the fuel, which, in turn, can cause dealer. the catalytic converter to be damaged by ®...
Page 87: Instruments
93_US_MY09.book Page 87 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Instruments Autochecking of lights, main Speedometer instrument panel (U.S. speedometer shown) Tachometer The warning and indicator lights shown Cars sold in U.S.: The speedometer dis- above should come on when the ignition The tachometer displays the engine speed plays the speed of the car in miles per hour switch is turned to ON.
Page 88: Temperature Gauge
93_US_MY09.book Page 88 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls NOTICE If the needle, despite the above action, enters the red zone, stop the car in a suit- able place and allow the engine to idle. If the needle continues to rise, switch off the engine.
Page 89: Fuel Gauge
Display (SID) power, because the monitoring system is limiting the boost pressure, you should contact a Saab dealer as soon as possible. • Various types of information are shown on the SID: warnings, indications, trip If the speed of the car exceeds 143 mph...
Page 90: Odometer And Trip Meter
93_US_MY09.book Page 90 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls When a message is displayed Trip computer function of the SID The odometer and tripmeter is temporarily turned off when a two row message is dis- WARNING played. The icon is displayed in the left part of the display.
Page 91 93_US_MY09.book Page 91 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls When the engine is started, the function that Setting values Resetting a single function was selected when the engine was 1 Select one of the functions using the 1 Select the function you wish to reset switched off is displayed, with the following steering wheel controls,...
Page 92 93_US_MY09.book Page 92 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Resetting the trip computer Speed warning Calculating the arrival time Press and hold the CLR button (approx. This value is preset to 55 mph (90 km/h). (When will I arrive if I know how far I have to 3 seconds) until audible confirmation is The value can be set to between 0 and drive?)
Page 93 93_US_MY09.book Page 93 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls You can check the distance left by selecting Calculating the arrival time if a specified NIGHTPANEL Dist. At the same time you can check the average speed is maintained To improve night-driving conditions inside calculated time of arrival.
Page 94 93_US_MY09.book Page 94 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Under Settings you can choose whether Alarm Settings the entire speedometer scale (0–160 mph) 1 Select Settings using the steering Under this heading you can select for exam- or only part of the scale (0–90 mph) should ple language and units.
Page 95 93_US_MY09.book Page 95 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Explanation of the various selections under Park Assistance, page 180. Unit Settings. METRIC Rain Sensor The sensitivity has three levels. Alarm Clock, page 94. IMPERIAL Park Assistance Climate System, page 115. The Park Assistance can be shut off by Next Service: xx%.
Page 96 The car has either TCS or ESP. ment system. meter settings. This interval varies See separate Manual. depending on market and engine var- iant. Contact a workshop for more infor- mation. We recommend that you con- tact an authorised Saab workshop.
Page 97: Switches
DRL bulb. Low beam instead shines with reduced output. A fault in the system will produce the follow- ing message on the Saab Information Dis- play (SID): In cold and damp weather, the inside of Automatic light control the headlamp lens may temporarily mist malfunction.
Page 98: Headlight Levelling
DRL. A fault in the system will produce the follow- ing message on the Saab Information Dis- When it is time to turn on low beam the fol- play (SID): lowing message appears in SID: Headlight levelling Turn on the lights.
Page 99: High/Low Beam
93_US_MY09.book Page 99 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Courtesy Headlamp Feature A delay function allows the low beam head- lights and back-up lights to remain on for about 30 seconds after the driver’s door has been closed. To activate this function: 1 After turning off the engine, remove the remote control.
Page 100: Front Fog Lights
93_US_MY09.book Page 100 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Front fog lights 3 The front fog lights should be used in poor visibility. These are automatically turned off when the engine is switched off. When the car is next started, the fog lights will have to be switched back on manually by pressing the fog light switch.
Page 101: Rear Fog Light
93_US_MY09.book Page 101 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Turn signal & lane change indicators The stalk switch has an intermediate, spring-loaded position that is useful for sig- nalling when changing lanes or passing. The stalk switch also has fixed positions for indicating a right or left turn, that are can- celled automatically when the steering wheel is centered.
Page 102: Hazard Warning Lights
93_US_MY09.book Page 102 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Hazard warning lights WARNING Switch on the hazard flashers if the car has to be left at the roadside on account of a crash, engine trouble or a flat tire. If you carry a warning triangle or flares, they should be set up along the side of the road 50–110 yds.
Page 103: Wipers And Washers
93_US_MY09.book Page 103 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Priority of audible information Wipers and washers Rain sensor If two or more functions are active simulta- Windshield wipers neously, the most important function at that WARNING time will be prioritized. Position 1 is a spring-loaded position that Turn the rain sensor off if the ignition is If, for example, the direction indicators are...
Page 104 93_US_MY09.book Page 104 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Activate the rain sensor by lifting the stalk Washers switch to the AUTO position. The wipers Activate the washers by pulling the stalk make one sweep for reference to see how switch towards the steering wheel.
Page 105 93_US_MY09.book Page 105 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Headlight washers 3 Adjusting sensitivity Rain Sensor The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be The headlights are washed at the same time HIGH adjusted under Settings. as the windshield if the headlights are on. MEDIUM 1 Select Settings using the steering The headlights are washed every fifth time...
Page 106 This is in order to prioritize the wind- home position. shield. The following message is displayed • intermittent wiping, 6 seconds: move the on the Saab Information Display (SID): control to position 2. If the windshield wipers are activated then Washer fluid level low.
Page 107: Automatic Climate
93_US_MY09.book Page 107 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Automatic climate- control system (ACC) Fresh air for the cabin is drawn in through an inlet at the bottom edge of the windshield. It passes through an effective filter before reaching the climate control system and delivery into the cabin.
Page 108 93_US_MY09.book Page 108 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls The system uses seven sensors: • Outside air temperature sensor • Cabin air temperature sensor (by the inte- rior rearveiw mirror) • Sun sensor (on the facia) • Blended air temperature sensors 2 (located in the front floor vents).
Page 109 93_US_MY09.book Page 109 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Temperature control • The most usual temperature setting is between 64–75 °F (18–24 °C), depend- The cabin is divided into two temperature ing on personal preference and what zones: clothing is worn.
Page 110 93_US_MY09.book Page 110 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls MAX heat (red indicator): MAX cooling (blue indicator): Condensation water MAX heating is obtained when the temper- MAX cooling is obtained when the tempera- When the A/C compressor is on, the incom- ature knob is turned to the first position past ture knob is turned to the first position past ing air is dehumidified.
Page 111 93_US_MY09.book Page 111 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Functions The rear window and door mirror heating is controlled manually. Pressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings. Deactivate the heating as soon as the rear window is If a manual function is selected, it will be locked in but other functions clear of ice and misting to avoid imposing a heavy will be controlled automatically.
Page 112 93_US_MY09.book Page 112 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Air distribution Defroster and floor vents One press: When the defroster is chosen manually, all the windows (except the rear side windows, where the air flow is off) are demisted by: •...
Page 113 93_US_MY09.book Page 113 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Start in cold weather To start with, the system will automatically select the defroster set- ting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine warms up, air will also be distributed through the floor vents and the fan speed will be increased.
Page 114 Tips the air ducts. (before contacting a dealer. We recom- mend that you contact a Saab dealer) • If you feel that the ACC system is not func- tioning satisfactorily, select "Default Settings" under Settings, see page 115.
Page 115 93_US_MY09.book Page 115 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Instruments and controls Settings Explanation of how the ACC system can be Settings customized under Settings. Some of the functions of the ACC system Climate System Rear Defroster can be customized. Rear Defroster AUTO 1 Select Settings using the steering...
Page 116 Further customizations to this function can Automatic engagement and disen- be made at a workshop. We recommend gagement of the A/C. This is one of that you contact a Saab dealer. the Default Settings. • The A/C compressor can be on even A/C off when the soft top is folded down.
Page 117: Interior Equipment
93_US_MY09.book Page 117 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment __________ Electric windows_______ Rear view mirrors ______ Moonroof 3 ___________ Interior lighting ________ Cup holder 3 __________ Power Outlet 3 ________ Storage compartments__ Trunk ________________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
Page 118: Steering Wheel Adjustment
93_US_MY09.book Page 118 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment WARNING Only adjust the steering wheel while the car is stationary so that you are not dis- tracted from the traffic. The height and reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
Page 119: Electric Windows
93_US_MY09.book Page 119 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Electric windows WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when clos- ing the side windows. May cause serious or fatal injuries! • Always remove the remote control from the ignition switch when you leave the car.
Page 120 93_US_MY09.book Page 120 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Pinch protection 3 To close On certain model variants, the front electric windows are equipped with pinch protec- WARNING tion. This is activated if something gets trapped between the window pane and door Take care when closing a window to frame when the window is closed.
Page 121 93_US_MY09.book Page 121 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Calibration Calibration is performed as follows: Deactivating the rear window switches 1 Close the doors. 2 The car must be running at idling speed. WARNING in the driver’s door deactivates the A battery charger must not be window switches in the rear doors.
Page 122: Rear View Mirrors
93_US_MY09.book Page 122 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Rear view mirrors Door mirrors To adjust The door mirrors are electrically adjustable and heated. The controls for adjusting the mirrors are on the driver’s door: 1 Select a door mirror with the upper button.
Page 123: Interior Rear View Mirror
93_US_MY09.book Page 123 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Interior rear view mirror with garage opener, auto dimming function and compass 3 WARNING Make sure that people and objects are out of the way of moving door or gate to pre- vent potential harm or damage.
Page 124 93_US_MY09.book Page 124 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Preparations for first-time programming Programming Note: Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace Before programming the garage opener for The garage opener can record and store the this Programming Step 4 with procedures the first time, you must delete any factory frequencies of three different remote con-...
Page 125 93_US_MY09.book Page 125 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two Gate Operator / Canadian Programming seconds and then turns to a constant Canadian radio-frequency laws require NOTICE light continue with "Programming" transmitter signals to "time-out"...
Page 126 93_US_MY09.book Page 126 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Erasing the three buttons Opening a garage door To erase programming from the three but- To operate, simply press and release the tons (individual buttons cannot be erased programmed button. Activation will now but can be "reprogrammed"...
Page 127 93_US_MY09.book Page 127 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Compass The compass is built into the rear view mir- ror. The compass bearing is displayed in the top right-hand corner of the mirror and is updated every other second. The compass displays the car’s direction of travel: N, NE, E, etc.
Page 128: Moonroof 3
93_US_MY09.book Page 128 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Moonroof 3 WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when clos- ing the electric moonroof. Risk of serious or fatal injuries! • Always remove the remote control from the ignition switch when you leave the car.
Page 129 93_US_MY09.book Page 129 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Comfort opening 3 To close Ventilation position (rear edge of moon- roof open) Comfort opening is the remote opening of • To open – press in the control. windows and the moonroof. WARNING •...
Page 130: Emergency Operation Of The Moonroof
93_US_MY09.book Page 130 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Pinch protection 3 WARNING Make sure nothing obstructs the moon- roof when it is closed without pinch pro- tection. The moonroof is equipped with pinch pro- tection. This is activated if something gets trapped when the moonroof is being closed.
Page 131: Interior Lighting
93_US_MY09.book Page 131 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Rear lighting 1 Interior lighting always off 2 Interior lighting controlled by the doors 1 Reading lights 3 Interior lighting on continuously 2 Roof light When the switch is in the mid-position If a door is left open and the light switch is in Interior lighting (door-activated), the interior lighting will...
Page 132: Vanity Mirror
93_US_MY09.book Page 132 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Trunk lighting The trunk lighting is switched on and off when the trunk lid is opened and closed. If the trunk lid is left open, the lighting will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes to prevent the battery from running flat.
Page 133: Cup Holder 3
93_US_MY09.book Page 133 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Cup holder 3 WARNING • The cup holder should not be used to hold cups made of china or glass as these can cause personal injury in the event of a crash. •...
Page 134: Power Outlet 3
93_US_MY09.book Page 134 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Power Outlet 3 Storage compartments WARNING WARNING The maximum output of the cigarette The glove box must be closed while trav- lighter socket is 240 W (20 A). The rating elling.
Page 135 93_US_MY09.book Page 135 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Storage pocket on front edge of seats 3 Sliding cover in glove box to admit cold Storage compartment between front seats air. This allows the storage of chocolate dur- ing hot weather for example.
Page 136: Folding Down The Rear Seat
93_US_MY09.book Page 136 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Trunk Folding down the rear seat, SportSedan Convertible: The rear seat cannot be folded. WARNING • Never drive the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the event of heavy braking or a crash.
Page 137 93_US_MY09.book Page 137 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment For greater flexibility, the rear seat is split so that the narrow and the wide part can be folded down separately. Next to the hinges in the trunk are handles for unlocking the rear seat backrests.
Page 138: Load-Through Hatch
93_US_MY09.book Page 138 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Load-through hatch, SportSedan Convertible: There is no load-through hatch. WARNING • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury result- ing from the displacement of the load on hard braking or in the event of a crash.
Page 139: Tie Down Eyes, Sportsedan
93_US_MY09.book Page 139 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment WARNING • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. • Secure heavy and bulky items using the lashing eyes provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.
Page 140: Lighting
93_US_MY09.book Page 140 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Trunk lighting • Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its handling char- On the underside of the parcel shelf is a light acteristics (see page 284).
Page 141 93_US_MY09.book Page 141 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Folding down the rear seat backrest, SportCombi WARNING • Never drive the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the event of heavy braking or a crash.
Page 142 93_US_MY09.book Page 142 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment WARNING • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. • Elastic cargo net 3: WARNING. Avoid eye injury. DO NOT overstretch. ALWAYS keep face and body out of recoil path. DO NOT use when strap has visible signs of wear or damage.
Page 143 93_US_MY09.book Page 143 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Load-through hatch, SportCombi WARNING • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury result- ing from the displacement of the load on hard braking or in the event of a crash.
Page 144: Tie Down Eyes, Sportcombi
93_US_MY09.book Page 144 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Tie down eyes, SportCombi WARNING There are tie down eyes in the trunk that should be used to secure loads. In general, loads should be placed as far forward and •...
Page 145 93_US_MY09.book Page 145 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Cargo net 3 • If possible, avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving with a heavy load, because the anchoring possibili- WARNING ties are restricted when the rear seat is in this position.
Page 146 93_US_MY09.book Page 146 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Cargo net, vertical 3, SportCombi Fit the net behind the rear seat backrest. 1 Remove the rear cover panels in the roof. 2 Fit the net’s upper fasteners into the two rear attachment points in the roof.
Page 147 93_US_MY09.book Page 147 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Cargo net, floor mounted 3, SportCombi 1 Fold up the floor. Position the edges of the floor in the slots in the side pieces. 2 Fit the bag/carrier on the lower floor and secure the net’s hooks in the folded-up floor.
Page 148 93_US_MY09.book Page 148 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Interior equipment Cargo guard 3, SportCombi NOTICE Do not place any objects on the extended cargo guard. It is designed to shield against view and not for storage. To fit 1 Hold the cartridge so that the extendible part faces backward.
Page 149: Starting And Driving
93_US_MY09.book Page 149 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Starting and driving Ignition switch ________ Parking_______________ Steering wheel lock ____ Saab Parking Assistance 3 ________ Starting the engine ____ Economical driving_____ Important considerations for driving __________ Driving in cold weather__...
Page 150: Ignition Switch
93_US_MY09.book Page 150 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Ignition switch WARNING The ignition switch is located on the center console between the front seats. In cars • Always remove the remote control with automatic transmission, the remote before leaving children unattended in control can only be removed when the the car.
Page 151: Steering Wheel Lock
93_US_MY09.book Page 151 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving approx. 2 seconds. Following which, turn it Steering wheel lock If a fault arises affecting the steering wheel back to OFF. lock, the following message will be displayed on the SID: The steering wheel lock is electronic.
Page 152: Starting The Engine
93_US_MY09.book Page 152 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Starting the engine Starting the engine Cars with automatic transmission The selector lever must be in the P or N Avoid racing the engine or loading it heavily position.
Page 153: Important Considerations
For that limits the boost pressure. We optimum performance, use the recom- recommend that you contact a Saab 3 Now start the engine in the normal way mended grade of fuel. dealer as soon as possible.
Page 154 Have the car checked as soon as possible. We rec- • the capacity of the A/C compressor will be ommend that you contact a Saab dealer. limited. The light comes on in the event of an engine...
Page 155 WARNING damage to the catalytic converter. We first sign of a malfunction, reduce speed recommend that you contact a Saab and take the car to a workshop. We If the engine is being run with the car on a dealer for advice.
Page 156: Refueling
Saab dealer, see page 83. Gasoline fumes are highly explosive. • Do not use additives with E85-fuel. NOTE: always observe the following two...
Page 157 Saab Information Display (SID): 4 Cease refueling the first time the pump Fuel cap stops, and wait a few seconds after To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the you’ve finished pumping before you...
Page 158: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
93_US_MY09.book Page 158 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving The most effective way to prevent conden- Filling a portable fuel container Fuel (Gasoline Engine) sation forming in the tank (and thus avoid possible running problems) is to keep the Fuel WARNING tank full.
Page 159 We recommend that you use these gaso- lines may be available in your area to con- lines, if they comply with the specifica- tribute to clean air. Saab recommends that tions described earlier. However, E85 you use these gasolines, particularly if they...
Page 160: Spark Plugs
Starting and driving gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. Engine Break-in Period Wearing in new brake pads Saab does not recommend the use of such New brake pads take time to bed in, about gasolines. Pistons, cylinder bores and bearings need...
Page 161: Changing Gears
93_US_MY09.book Page 161 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Manual transmission Clutch interlock To start the car, the clutch pedal must be depressed. When changing gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It is inadvisable to drive with your hand resting on the gear lever, as this can increase the wear on the gearbox.
Page 162: Automatic Transmission
93_US_MY09.book Page 162 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Automatic transmission 3 WARNING Indication of gear position on main instrument panel • Depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever from P or N. • The car must be at a standstill before The engine can only be started when the P, R or N is selected.
Page 163: Park Brake Shift Lock
93_US_MY09.book Page 163 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Adaptive gear change patterns The adaptive gear change pattern function adapts gear changing to the prevailing driv- ing conditions. The transmission control module senses the engine load, vehicle speed and temperature of the transmission.
Page 164 93_US_MY09.book Page 164 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Thermal transmission protection Lock-up Driving in hilly country with a heavy load The transmission has built-in protection The transmission’s torque converter has a against overheating. If the temperature of lock-up function.
Page 165 93_US_MY09.book Page 165 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Cars with 5-speed transmission 3 Towing Limp-home In this mode, only 2nd and 5th gears are Towing of cars with automatic transmission, available. Select 2nd gear when driving at see page 193.
Page 166 Lock Check fuse 6 in the engine bay fuse box. If the fuse is OK the battery may be dead. Contact a workshop to have the problem checked and rectified. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer.
Page 167 93_US_MY09.book Page 167 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Selector lever positions You must press the brake pedal to move the selector lever from the neutral position (N). The selector lever is locked and the transmission In neutral, the transmission is disengaged from the is mechanically blocked.
Page 168 93_US_MY09.book Page 168 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Sentronic, manual gear selection Move the selector lever to the manual position (M) (to the left position D) to select gear manually. Select a higher gear by pressing the selector lever forward or a lower gear by pulling it back.
Page 169: Cruise Control
93_US_MY09.book Page 169 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Cruise Control To set the desired speed 1 Slide the switch to ON. (Cruise control system) 2 Move the thumb wheel up to SET/+ or SET/– when the car has reached the WARNING desired speed (above 15 mph (25 km/h).
Page 170: Braking
93_US_MY09.book Page 170 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving To reduce the preset speed To re-engage the system Braking You can reduce speed in any of the follow- Slide the switch to RESUME. The car will It is good practice to try your brakes period- ing ways: return to the previously set speed.
Page 171: Abs Brakes
93_US_MY09.book Page 171 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving ABS brakes The brake system provides Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). This distri- WARNING butes the brake pressure between the front WARNING and rear wheels, in such a way as to achieve •...
Page 172 93_US_MY09.book Page 172 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving The ABS system will not reduce the braking distance on loose gravel, snow or ice but, because the wheels cannot lock up, steer- ing control is retained. When the ABS system operates you will feel the brake pedal pulsate and hear a ticking noise, both of which are perfectly normal.
Page 173: All-Wheel Drive (Xwd) 3
We recommend that you 95% of the torque is distributed to the front speeds. The same precautions must be contact an authorised Saab dealer. wheels and approx. 5% to the rear wheels. adopted as normal for safe cornering and The torque is distributed steplessly and driving on slippery roads.
Page 174 93_US_MY09.book Page 174 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving The advantages of the TCS system are TCS indicator Disengage the system in Settings. most apparent when road surface friction is 1 Select Settings using the steering When the ignition switch is turned to the ON so low that a lot of wheelspin can occur rap- wheel buttons, position, the lamp is lit for about 4 seconds...
Page 175: Electronic Stability
93_US_MY09.book Page 175 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving ® Electronic Stability How the ESP system works ® ® Program ESP The ESP system can help to prevent the car from skidding by braking one or several wheels independently of the driver.
Page 176 ESP system is operative. ing any chassis components. We recom- ® mend that you contact a Saab dealer. Operation of the ESP system indicates reduced cohesion between the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by...
Page 177: Parking Brake
93_US_MY09.book Page 177 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Parking brake Parking WARNING WARNING • Always apply the parking brake when • Never leave children or pets unat- you park the car. If the car is to be tended in the car.
Page 178: Parking On A Hill
93_US_MY09.book Page 178 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving NOTICE Empty the car yourself and bear in mind: • Never leave a mobile phone, camera, computer or similar object visible in the car. • Clothing, packages and bags attract thieves.
Page 179 93_US_MY09.book Page 179 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Long-term parking • Park the car in a dry, covered and well-ventilated building. Leave the park- If the car is not going to be used for some ing brake OFF! time, e.g.
Page 180: Saab Parking Assistance
The system uses four sensors in the rear The system is activated automatically when Saab Parking Assistance facilitates parking bumper. These emit ultrasound signals that reverse is engaged or selected. Audible and reversing. There are four sensors in the...
Page 181 The sensors must be kept clean to func- engaged, the sound pulse will stop after system, the Saab Parking Assistance auto- tion well. Ice, snow and dirt can affect 2 seconds. The sound pulses will return if matically compensates for the protrusion of their sensitivity.
Page 182: Error Messages
Settings. If the system malfunctions, the following message will appear on the SID: 1 Select Settings using the steering Saab Parking Assistance is activated wheel controls, automatically when reverse is Parking assistance 2 Press and hold the SET button until engaged.
Page 183: Economical Driving
93_US_MY09.book Page 183 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Economical driving How to read the diagram: If fuel consumption with the engine at Factors affecting fuel normal temperature is 28 mpg (10 l/100 km), the actual fuel consumption consumption 3 miles (5 km) after the engine has started from cold will be:...
Page 184 +20 °C). The warmer it is outside, the needs to be checked. We recommend shorter the time the engine heater needs to that you contact a Saab dealer. be connected. Practical road tests have demonstrated that • If the outside temperature is -22 °F substantial savings in fuel consumption can (-30 °C) the heater needs to be...
Page 185: Driving In Cold Weather
Warm up the key or use a de-icer. parked outdoors and in a garage. type must be fitted to all four wheels. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to advise you on • It is particularly important when the roads • Convertible: Avoid operating the soft top the best tires for your car.
Page 186 "Technical data" on page 283. If you get into a front wheel skid and the car • Check that the chains do not foul the We recommend that you contact a Saab has a manual transmission, the best wheel arch liner at full lock.
Page 187: Driving In Hot Climates
The engine tempera- ture should decrease. If the temperature continues to rise with the engine idling, the engine must be switched off. 3 Have the car’s cooling system checked. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer.
Page 188: Towing A Trailer 3
If the car has a 13-pin Saab genuine electri- • Always apply the trailer’s parking cal socket then it is possible to supply a brake when unhitching it. There is oth-...
Page 189 93_US_MY09.book Page 189 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving • Contact your Saab dealer for advice on Recommendations for cars with When negotiating long hills, bear the follow- which trailer hitch is designed for your car. ing important considerations in mind.
Page 190 93_US_MY09.book Page 190 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving When continuing your journey, manually Recommendations for cars with select a low gear in which the engine speed manual transmission is about 3,500 rpm until the incline eases (see page 168).
Page 191 93_US_MY09.book Page 191 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Checks before driving Driving considerations Reversing Make sure that the car and trailer are in Always take extra care when towing a Get someone to help you keep an eye out good working order.
Page 192: Driving With A Roof Rack Load
• Ensure that the tire pressure is correct missible payload and axle load. – slight overinflation is preferable to underinflation. Strong, sturdy roof carriers designed spe- cially for your car are available from your Saab dealer. Always secure roof loads securely.
Page 193: Driving With The Trunk Lid Open
93_US_MY09.book Page 193 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Driving with the trunk lid Towing the car • Always seek professional help if the open car needs to be recovered. WARNING • The ignition switch must be in the ON position if the car is moved with the WARNING •...
Page 194: Front Towing Eye
93_US_MY09.book Page 194 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Front towing eye WARNING • Make sure that the towing eye is screwed in tightly. It has a left-hand thread! • The towing eye is only designed for towing the car on roads.
Page 195 Saab 9-3 XWD with automatic transmis- Saab 9-3 XWD with manual transmission: Never use the towing eyes to pull the car sion: If the car is towed with all four wheels on unstuck.
Page 196: Vehicle Recovery
93_US_MY09.book Page 196 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Whatever the speed limit, the car must not Transporting the car be towed at speeds exceeding 30 mph (50 km/h) nor for a distance of more than NOTICE 30 miles (50 km).
Page 197: Jump Starting
93_US_MY09.book Page 197 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving Jump starting NOTICE NOTICE WARNING Ignoring these steps could result in costly If the other system is not a 12-volt system damage to your vehicle that would not be with a negative ground, both vehicles can •...
Page 198 93_US_MY09.book Page 198 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Starting and driving 7 Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of WARNING the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Using a match or flame of any kind near a battery can cause battery gas to explode.
Page 199: For Long Trips
To avoid damaging the car’s electrical advisable to have your car inspected by system and electronics, the following rules your Saab dealer. must be followed when charging the battery Obtain a few important items to take along or jump starting the car.
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Page 201: Car Care
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 201 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Car care Hood ________________ Tires _________________ Engine ______________ Automatic tire pressure monitoring system ____ Engine bay, 4-cyl engine Compact spare ________ Engine bay, V6 engine _ Changing a tire ________ Engine oil ____________ Safety belts ___________ Air filter______________...
Page 202: Hood
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 202 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Hood The hood release handle is located on the left under the instrument panel. Open the hood in the following way: 1 Pull the release handle. 2 The hood moves to the half-locked posi- tion and is stopped by a safety catch at the front edge.
Page 203: Engine
Engine Turbo V6 engine Engine families The V6 engine is a turbocharged V6 engine Saab cars imported into the United States Turbo 4-cylinder engine produced completely of aluminium with 60° and Canada meet all applicable emission between the cylinder banks, 4 valves per control standards.
Page 204: Emission Control Systems
The Saab Trionic engine management continuously monitors the operation of atmosphere require regular checking and system is a unique Saab development that these systems and has on-board diag- adjustment at the intervals specified in the combines sequential multiport fuel injection, nostic capabilities (OBD II).
Page 205 “Refueling”, see • Charge air pressure shop as soon as possible. We recom- page 156. mend that you contact a Saab dealer. • Intake air temperature When refueling, make sure you screw the • Crankshaft position filler cap on and keep turning until it has clicked 3 times.
Page 206: Engine Bay, 4-Cyl Engine
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 206 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Engine bay, 4-cyl engine 1 Oil filler cap 2 Coolant reservoir 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuse box 6 Washer-fluid reservoir 7 Power-steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine-oil dipstick...
Page 207: Engine Bay, V6 Engine
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 207 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Engine bay, V6 engine 1 Power-steering fluid reservoir 2 Coolant reservoir 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuse box 6 Washer-fluid reservoir 7 Oil filler cap 8 Engine-oil dipstick...
Page 208: Engine Oil
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 208 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Engine oil Checking the oil level Check the engine oil level regularly. 1 Park the car on a level ground. 2 Switch off the engine and wait for 2–5 minutes. The engine should be at normal operating temperature.
Page 209: Air Filter
• Protect the environment. Do not dis- To ensure reliable operation, only use pose of oil into the ground or down a an air filter recommended by Saab drain. Dispose of all used oil and Automobile AB. oil filters at an appropriate disposal...
Page 210: Radiator
• The cooling system is pressurized – been approved by Saab. at regular intervals. hot coolant and vapor can escape when the filler cap is released. These can cause injury to your eyes and burns.
Page 211 Top up with a mixture of equal parts of Saab-approved concentrated coolant and clean water. We recommend that you con- tact an authorized Saab dealer. If the expansion tank is empty when coolant is added, run the engine until warm so that the thermostat opens.
Page 212: Brake/Clutch Fluid And Brake Pads
If the brake fluid should require chang- and Service Book. pedal or parking brake lever travel, whether ing, this must be carried out at a Saab the brake pads are worn and need replac- dealer. We recommend that you contact The brake and clutch fluid reservoir is trans- ing.
Page 213: Power Steering
Brake pads should only be changed at a the reservoir regularly, in accordance with workshop. We recommend that you con- the service program. tact a Saab dealer. The wheels should point directly forwards during this check. Power steering fluid reservoir, 4-cyl Clean round the cap before unscrewing it.
Page 214: Battery
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 214 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Battery NOTICE WARNING A discharged battery can freeze and frac- ture. Batteries should therefore always be stored away from sub-zero temperatures. • When working on the battery, highly explosive gas can build up. A spark could ignite this gas that collects The battery is maintenance free.
Page 215: Alternator
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 215 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Drive belt The alternator is situated on the right-hand side of the engine. It is driven by a poly-V-belt from the crankshaft pulley. WARNING A slipping or broken poly-V-belt can result in: •...
Page 216: Wipers And Washers
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 216 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Wipers and washers Wiper blades Check and clean all wiper blades regularly. If poor wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with washer fluid. This is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these sometimes leave a wax coating on the wind- shield.
Page 217: Washer Fluid
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 217 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care The reservoir capacity is approx. 6 qts. (5.8 liters). When the washer fluid level drops below 1 quart (1 liter), the headlight washers (if equipped) are deactivated. This is in order to prioritize the windshield.
Page 218: Changing Bulbs
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 218 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Changing bulbs Auto checking of lights If a stop light bulb fails SportSedan: If a stop light bulb fails, the The bulbs that are most important from the adjacent taillight will act as a stop light to point of view of traffic safety are monitored WARNING ensure traffic safety.
Page 219: Xenon Headlights
Right high beam failure. times as much light as halogen bulbs and have a significantly longer service life. We recommend you to contact a Saab The lamp units consist of a gas discharge Note dealer to have a xenon headlight changed lamp containing xenon.
Page 220 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 220 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Retainers on the battery cover Changing the low beam bulb 3 Change the bulb without touching the glass with your fingers. Low beam, halogen Insert the bulb holder into the reflector and twist it clockwise until Left-hand side it locks.
Page 221 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 221 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Retainers on the battery cover Changing the high beam bulb 4 Refit the cover over the rear of the headlight. High beam, halogen Left-hand side Left-hand side 1 Lift aside the hose 3 running along the side of the battery cover. 5 Refit the air pipe to the front of the battery box.
Page 222 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 222 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Retainers on the battery cover it locks. To facilitate fitting, look in through the headlight lens Daytime Running Light when fitting the bulb. Check that the new bulb is firmly seated. Left-hand side 4 Refit the cover over the rear of the headlight.
Page 223: Side-Mounted Turn Signal Bulbs
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 223 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Change of front turn signal bulb Front turn signal bulbs Side-mounted turn signal bulbs Left-hand side 1 Slide the lamp fitting forward so that its 3 Fit the new bulb. rear end can be pulled out.
Page 224 Side marker lights and parking lights con- 3 Reversing lights sists of LEDs.We recommend that you con- 4 Rear fog light (left-hand side) tact a Saab dealer if they need changing. WARNING 5 High-mounted stop light • Never crawl under a car that is sup- ported only by a jack.
Page 225: Taillights
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 225 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Taillights, Convertible Taillights, SportCombi 1 Turn signals 1 Turn signals Stop lights, taillights and turn 2 Taillights/stop lights 2 Taillights/stop lights signal bulbs, SportSedan 3 Reversing lights 3 Reversing lights 4 Rear fog light (left-hand side) 4 Rear fog light (left-hand side) 1 Lower the cover in the trim behind the...
Page 226 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 226 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Stop lights, taillights and turn Turn signals, reversing light and Reversing lights and rear fog signal bulbs, Convertible rear fog light, SportCombi light, SportSedan 1 Remove the cover. 1 Remove the cover. Removing the trunk lid trim 2 Carefully remove the bulb holder with 2 Remove the bulb holder with the broken...
Page 227 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 227 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Reversing lights and rear fog Changing bulbs Changing bulbs lights, Convertible 1 Press down the plastic lug on the bulb 1 Carefully remove the bulb holder with holder. the broken bulb. The bulb holder has a Removing the trunk lid trim bayonet fitting.
Page 228: Dome Light, Convertible
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 228 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Dome light, front, SportSedan Dome light, rear, SportSedan and Dome light, Convertible and SportCombi SportCombi 1 Pull down the rear edge of the light fitting. 1 Pull down the rear edge of the lens. 1 Remove the entire overhead panel: ease out the trailing end first, and then 2 If the center bulb needs replacing, open...
Page 229 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 229 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Hatch opened for replacement of center Glove box lighting 3 bulb License plate lighting 1 Undo the two screws and remove the 1 Remove the lamp housing using a short lens.
Page 230 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 230 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Trunk lighting, SportSedan The lamp fitting is located under the parcel shelf. 1 Remove the lamp fitting by pulling down one end. 2 The baffle must be removed before the bulb can be replaced.
Page 231 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 231 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing, we rec- ommend that you visit a Saab dealer. Courtesy/floor lighting 3 Trunk lighting, SportCombi 1 Pull the lamp housing forward slightly 1 Release one edge of the lamp fitting and lift it out at the rear.
Page 232 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 232 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Bulb table No. Designation Watt- 1 H7 High beam (cars with halogen light) Front fog lights 3 2 H8 3 H11 Low beam (cars with halogen light) 3457 A/AK 30 cp Direction indicator, front (yellow) 5 P21W...
Page 233: Fuses
Sound fuse / Blown fuse • We recommend that you always con- sult an Saab dealer before modifying or adding any electrical equipment. To check if a fuse has blown, first remove it Failure to do so can result in the elec- from the panel.
Page 234 Fuse panel in end of dash in the electrical system. Have the car checked. We recommend that you con- tact a Saab dealer. A special tool for removing fuses is provided on the hatch on the left-hand end of the dash.
Page 235 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 235 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Interior lighting incl. glove box Accessories Amplifier 2, Sound System 3 Control module in driver’s door Passenger Sensing System 7.5 Headlight levelling switch 3 7.5 Hands-free 3; brake light switch; clutch pedal switch Cigarette lighter 3 Fuse panel in end of fascia Cabin fan...
Page 236 7.5 Auto dimming rear view mirror 3; rain sensor 3 Moonroof 3 7.5 XM-radio 3, TMC-tuner 3 7.5 Saab Parking Assistance (SPA) 3; control module in rear doors; dome light (Convertible) Radio 3; navigation 3 7,5 TPMS (automatic tire pressure monitoring system) Movement sensor 3;...
Page 237 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 237 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Right-hand stop light; rear left turn signal; left taillight; rear fog light; left reversing light; license plate lighting; trunk lighting; trailer lights Convertible: Lumbar support, electrically adjustable front seat 3 Telematics 3 Trunk fuse panel, Convertible...
Page 238: Relays
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 238 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Washer fluid pump, headlights 3 Front right parking light; front right turn signal; left and right side turn signal; right high beam; left low beam; front left fog light 3 Windshield wiper motor, low speed Windshield wiper motor, high speed Parking heater;...
Page 239 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 239 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Relays R 1 Washer fluid pump, windshield R 2 - R 3 - R 4 - R 5 Flash-to-pass R 6 Horn R 7 - R 8 Starter motor R 9 Windshield wipers ON/OFF R10 Washer fluid pump, rear window 3 Fuse panel in front of battery 3...
Page 240: Tires
1 mile (1.6 km). during highway driving) by approximately your Saab Warranty and Service Record 4 psi (28 kPa). When the temperature of the Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that Booklet for details.
Page 241: Maximum Loads
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 241 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care High speed operation If you’ll be driving at high speeds, speeds of How to Check 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, where it is Use a good quality pocket-type gage to legal, set the cold inflation pressure to the check tire pressure.
Page 242: When It Is Time For New Tires
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 242 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care certain that all wheel nuts are properly tight- Flat spotting When It Is Time for New Tires ened. See page 261. All tires get hot, especially on long journeys One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is or when the car is driven hard.
Page 243 Wheels/tires combinations that are not if wheels of a different dimension are fitted. approved by Saab can negatively affect the Contact a Saab dealer. car’s directional stability, steering and brak- Because of front wheel drive, the front tires ing in both wet and dry conditions.
Page 244: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
States.) The grades are molded on the side- Wheels larger than 18" must not be fitted walls of most passenger car tires. The Uni- on the Saab 9-3 for reasons above. The form Tire Quality Grading system does not permissible offset is 1.61 inch (41 mm).
Page 245 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 245 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Treadwear Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The treadwear grade is a comparative The temperature grades are A (the highest), rating based on the wear rate of the tire B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned when tested under controlled conditions on...
Page 246: Wheel Replacement
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saab original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
Page 247: Tire Chains
It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while where legal and only when you must. you’re driving, especially if you maintain Contact your Saab dealer regarding suit- WARNING your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, able snow chains. Install them on the it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 248: Tire Sidewall Labeling
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 248 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Tire Sidewall Labeling Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire Size Tire manufacturers are required to grade Useful information about a tire is molded The following illustration shows an example tires based on the performance factors: into it´s sidewall.
Page 249: Tire Markings
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 249 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Aspect ratio: A two-digit number that indi- Tire markings Speed ratings cates the tire height-to-width measure- Tire approved for speeds up to An example of the meaning of the different ments.
Page 250: Tire Terminology And Definitions
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 250 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Loading Your Vehicle Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo pascal (kPa).
Page 251 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 251 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care DOT Markings: A code molded into the Maximum Load rating: The load rating for Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehi- sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in a tire at the maximum permissible inflation cle manufacturer´s recommended tire infla- compliance with the U.S.
Page 252 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 252 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Tread Width: The width of the tire´s tread. Steps for Determining Correct 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on Load Limit UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grade Stan- the vehicle.
Page 253: Automatic Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(if different from the original page 255. driver always has the responsibility that size) and also supply Saab approved winter the tires have the correct air pressure. • Start to remove the tire opposite the tires pre-mounted on steel or alloy rims.
Page 254 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 254 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Check/adjust the pressure in the other tires when a fault message is shown. Note that the tire pressure can decrease without a puncture. The pressure could decrease around 3 psi (20 kPa) during a three month period.
Page 255 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 255 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Malfunctions Tire pressure system failure. Contact service. The above message is shown on the SID if: • Wheel without pressure sensor has been fitted (e.g. spare wheel) • One or more pressure sensors are broken or missing •...
Page 256: Spare Wheel
Have the standard tire repaired and refitted bulb in the trunk lid (see page 226). as soon as possible. Your Saab is equipped with a trip computer and you can use its “Speed warning” func- NOTICE tion, to monitor driving speed since you...
Page 257 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 257 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care SportCombi Tools under a panel in the trunk, SportSe- SportCombi with subwoofer Position the loudspeaker on the left-hand side before the spare wheel is removed. The arrow on the loudspeaker must point forwards when the loudspeaker is fitted in the spare wheel.
Page 258: Changing A Tire
93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 258 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Driving with a compact wheel • The car must not be driven with more than Changing a tire one compact spare tire at a time. fitted • Avoid driving against the curb. WARNING •...
Page 259 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 259 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care To be even more certain the vehicle won't • The jack should be stored correctly move, you should put blocks at the front under the carpeting in the trunk. If it and rear of the tire farthest away from the lies loose in the car, it could thrown for- one being changed.
Page 260 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 260 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Marking of jacking points Jacking points Removing the plastic wheel bolt covers 1 Wind the jack up to a suitable height 2 It is not necessary to remove the wheel before placing it under the jacking point.
Page 261 We rec- 6 Lower the car and tighten the wheel using the wheel wrench in the car’s ommend that you contact a Saab dealer. bolts to torque in sequence as shown on toolkit.
Page 262 There is other- We recommend that you contact an wise a risk of personal injury. authorized Saab workshop. The canister of sealant must be changed once every Do not use the repair kit if: four years. See the date on the canister.
Page 263 The canister of sealant can only be used once. Replace a used canister at a work- shop. We recommend that you contact an authorised Saab workshop. The tire repair kit can be used at tempera- tures down to –22°F (–30 °C). At low tem-...
Page 264 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 264 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care 4 Connect the air hose from the compres- 7 Connect the air hose from the canister to 10 Start the compressor. sor to the connection on the canister. the valve on the wheel. 11 While the canister of sealant empties 5 Insert the canister into the recess in the 8 The switch on the compressor must be...
Page 265 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 265 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care 18 Drive off immediately so that the sealant is distributed evenly around the tire. 19 Stop after approximately 6 miles (10 km) or 10 minutes (whichever occurs first) and check the tire pressure. To do so, connect the air hose on the compressor directly to the valve on the tire.
Page 266: Safety Belts
We recommend that you contact a Saab When using a stain remover, always work the patina resulting from use is often consid- dealer.
Page 267: Textile Carpeting
Saab recommends the use of envi- the paintwork. through an automatic car wash. ronmentally-friendly cleaning solutions.
Page 268 If the soft top is heavily to prevent misting. soiled, the dirt may cause irreparable • Read and follow the instructions on Clean the outside of the windows with Saab visible chafe marks. the packaging of the recommended washer fluid. This is especially important if...
Page 269 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 269 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care When the soft top is only slightly soiled, 4 Move the washing brush backwards and 8 If spots are still visible, repeat the treat- follow the directions on the cleaning agent forwards, not diagonally, from side to ment on these spots as before.
Page 270: Waxing And Polishing
Touch-up stone-chip damage as follows: from a workshop. We recommend that you 1 Thoroughly clean the damaged area. contact a Saab dealer. 2 Then apply the primer, base color and In the case of minor flaws in the paintwork, finally, the clear enamel. To achieve the...
Page 271: Anti-Corrosion Treatment
This applies particularly etrating, anti-corrosion oil. Your Saab cially where salt is used on roads or there is to the underside of the car and inside the dealer will be pleased to give you further moist sea air.
Page 272: Recovery And/Or
• Wipe the car dry, preferably using a and new panels or exposed areas www.saab.com. chamois. should be undercoated with anti- corro- sion material. 2 Clean the underside of the car during Repairs of this type are the owner’s...
Page 273: Air Conditioning (A/C)
• All repairs and adjustments to the A/C mend that you contact a Saab dealer. cleaning the condenser or radiator due to system must be carried out at a Saab the risk of damage. dealer authorized for this kind of work.
Page 274: Headlight Aiming
• The vehicle should be fully assembled re-aimed, we recommend that you take it to and all other work stopped while headlight your Saab dealer for service. However, it is aiming is being done. possible for you to re-aim your headlights as described in the following procedure.
Page 275 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 275 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care Vertical aiming device 1 Wall or garage door. 2 25 ft (7.6 m) between wall and headlight lens. 3 Measurement from the ground to the low beam aiming marker on the headlight lens. 4 Same measurement as (3) but subtract 2 inches.
Page 276 93_US_7carcare_MY09.fm Page 276 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:26 AM Car care NOTICE Do not cover a headlight directly on the lens to improve beam cut-off when aim- ing. Covering a headlight may cause excessive heat build-up that may cause damage to the headlight. 6 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the horizontal cut-off of the headlight is aligned with the horizontal line on the...
Page 277: Customer Assistance And Information
93_US_MY09.book Page 277 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information Maintenance schedule __ Owner assistance ______ Reporting Safety Defects (USA) _______________ Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government__________ Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ___________ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant,...
Page 278: Maintenance Schedule
Saab that is reasonable and necessary the car is in. Therefore the interval can vary to ensure the proper emission control sys- for this service type.
Page 279: Service Record Retention
COUPONS location. • If the vehicle is used for delivery service, When the car is brought to a Saab dealer for police, taxi or other commercial applica- scheduled maintenance, present the War- tions. ranties & Service Record Booklet to the ser- vice manager.
Page 280: Owner Assistance
Record Booklet. Knowing your current For complete information about all applica- fessional technicians. Consult your Saab address allows Saab to contact you in the ble warranties, including the New Car War- dealer for prices for your model. event of a recall or service campaign.
Page 281: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)
In Canada, please call our dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-263-1999. To contact NHTSA, you may call the...
Page 282: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
• As part of Saab’s defense of litigation cult driving situations. Some information through the discovery process, or may be stored during regular operations to •...
Page 283: Technical Data
93_US_MY09.book Page 283 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Technical data General data __________ Engine _______________ Engine oil_____________ Fuel__________________ Engines ______________ Electrical system_______ Brake system__________ Wheels and tires _______ Plates and labels _______ 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).
Page 284: General Data
93_US_MY09.book Page 284 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data General data Overall length, including bumpers: SportSedan and Convertible _________ 182.9'' (4647 mm) SportCombi_______________________ 183.8'' (4670 mm) V.I.N. label on vehi- V.I.N. label on vehicles sold in Overall width, including door mirrors _____ 80.2'' (2038 mm) cles sold in U.S.A.
Page 285 93_US_MY09.book Page 285 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Curb weight Weight distribution: (i.e. with full fuel tank, full washer fluid res- Curb weight + driver (150 lbs. (68 kg)), ervoir, standard tools and spare wheel): front/rear, SportSedan and SportCombi_ approx.
Page 286: Engine
Information regarding suitable engine oils can be found in War- Note that the towbar must not be installed on certain models. Con- ranty and Service Record Booklet. tact a Saab dealer for information. Oil capacity, including filter (oil change) 4-cyl engine ______________________ 6.3 qts.
Page 287: Fuel
93_US_MY09.book Page 287 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Fuel Electrical system Fuel tank capacity ___________________ 16.05 U.S. gal. Voltage ___________________________ 12 V (61 l) Battery capacity ____________________ 60 Ah Gasoline Octane Brake system Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher.
Page 288: Wheels And Tires
Maximum speed ___________________ 50 mph (80 km/h) 7.5x18" __________________________ 235/45 R18 94 Y Before changing to wheels/tires of another size, we recommend Full size spare 3 that you contact an authorized Saab dealer regarding acceptable Wheel ___________________________ 6.5x16" options. Tire _____________________________...
Page 289 We therefore recom- Before you purchase winter wheels we recommend that you obtain mend that you contact an authorised Saab dealer. information on the sizes suitable for your car. We therefore recom- mend that you contact an authorised Saab dealer.
Page 290 93_US_MY09.book Page 290 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Recommended tire/engine combinations 2.0 Turbo V6 engine all-wheel- drive models All season tires 215/55 R16 93 H – – 225/50 R17 94 V – – 235/45 R17 94 V –...
Page 291: Tire Pressure
93_US_MY09.book Page 291 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Recommended lowest tire pressure, cold tires Tire size Load/speed Front Rear Tire size Load/speed Front Rear psi/kPa psi/kPa psi/kPa psi/kPa mph (km/h) mph (km/h) All season tires Compact spare 125/85 R16 99 M 3 215/55 R16 93 H 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160)
Page 292: Plates And Labels
93_US_MY09.book Page 292 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Plates and labels When contacting your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car’s vehicle identification, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 V.I.N. number and barcode, inside wind-...
Page 293 Customized systems Courtesy Headlamp Feature • The length of time the lights are on Several of the systems in your Saab can be customized to better suit your individual • Whether the reversing light or tail lights needs. Contact your Saab dealer should come on as well as the dipped beam.
Page 294 93_US_MY09.book Page 294 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Warning and indications that can Stability control failure. be shown on the SID Tighten fuel filler cap. Contact service. Which warnings and indications that can be shown depends on engine variant and car Limited performance.
Page 295: Brake Lights
93_US_MY09.book Page 295 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Rear left seat Right front fog light Right low beam failure. backrest unlocked. failure. Rear right seat High mounted stop Left reversing light backrest unlocked. light failure. failure. Parking assistance Left front turn signal Right reversing light malfunction.
Page 296 93_US_MY09.book Page 296 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Technical data Tire pressure low, front left. Check tires. Low tire pressure rear left. Make a safe stop. Low tire pressure rear right. Make a safe stop. Low tire pressure front right.
Page 297: Index
93_US_MY09.book Page 297 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Index Index Brake fluid, grade _______________ 287 Child safety locks, rear doors _______ 52 Brakes ________________________ 170 Child seats ______________________ 24 Braking _______________________ 170 Cigarette lighter _________________ 134 Bulb changing __________________ 218 Cleaning the engine bay __________ 267 Bulb table _____________________ 232 Cleaning upholstery ______________ 266...
Page 298: Economical Motoring
93_US_MY09.book Page 298 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Index Deactivating the rear window Electrically adjustable seats ________ 20 Flat spots, tires _________________ 242 switches _____________________ 121 Electric engine heater ____________ 184 Floor jack ______________________ 259 Deep water, driving through _______ 193 Electric heating, front seats ________ 114 Folding down the rear seat backrest, Definitions and terminology, tire ____ 250...
Page 299 93_US_MY09.book Page 299 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Index Headlight flasher _________________ 99 Luggage compartment lighting, Headlight levelling ________________ 98 changing _____________________ 230 Key ___________________________ 48 Headlights ______________________ 98 Kick-down _____________________ 164 Hood _________________________ 202 Horn _________________________ 118 Main instrument panel _____________ 82 Horn button ____________________ 118 Main/dipped beam ________________ 99 Labeling, tire sidewall ____________ 248...
Page 300 Steering wheel adjustment ________ 118 Steering wheel lock ______________ 151 Steps for determining correct load Rain sensor ____________________ 103 Saab Information Display __________ 89 limit _________________________ 252 Raising the soft top manually, Saab Parking Assistance _________ 180 Storage compartments ___________ 134...
Page 301: Touching Up Paintwork
93_US_MY09.book Page 301 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 10:30 AM Index Sun visor ______________________ 132 Transmission, manual ____________ 161 Washers ______________________ 103 Switches _______________________ 97 Transporting the car _____________ 196 Washing ______________________ 267 Treadwear indicators ____________ 243 Washing a Convertible ___________ 268 Trip computer ___________________ 90 Waxing and polishing ____________ 270 Trip meter ______________________ 90...
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