Page 1 © Saab Automobile AB 2000 Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden Printed in Sweden Owner’s Manual Saab 9-5, Model Year 2001 Instruments and controls Saab 9-5 Audio System OnStar - Telematics 107 Interior equipment and trunk Starting and driving 147...
Page 2 NOTE texts warn 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
Fuel gauge __________________ 55 Engine temperature gauge ______ 55 Ashtrays ___________________ 130 Cigarette lighter ______________ 130 Trip computer (Saab Information Display, SID) __ 57 Night panel __________________ 61 Clock _______________________ 62 Traction Control (TCS) Switch 53, 169 OnStar switch ________________ 108...
Page 4 Exterior Sunroof _______________ 128 Washing the car ________ 232 Waxing and polishing ____ 233 Touching-up of paintwork _ 234 Anticorrosion treatment ___ 234 Service program_________ 245 Light switches ___________ 63 Changing bulbs _________ 205 • Tail lights ____________ 208 • Stop lights ___________ 208 Driving with a trailer ______ 174 Towing ________________ 181 Towrope attachment eyes _ 181...
Page 5 Interior Steering-wheel adjustment 124 Airbag (SRS) ____________ 26 Power steering _________ 199 Audio system steering-wheel controls____ 98 Seat adjustment ________ 120 Seat heating ___________ 123 Ventilated front seats _____ 123 Safety belts _____________ 12 Child seats _____________ 19 Folding down the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan _____________ 134 Folding down the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon ____________ 137...
Page 6 Engine compartment, 4-cyl engine Warning labels ___________ 8 V.I.N. number __________ 259 Engine number _________ 259 Gearbox number ________ 259 Color code _____________ 259 Power steering __________ 199 Steering fluid: grade _____ 199 Ignition system _________ 148 Drive belts _____________ 202 Spark plugs ____________ 254 Catalytic converter ______ 152 Important considerations...
Page 7 Engine compartment, 3.0t V6 Warning labels ___________ 8 V.I.N. number __________ 259 Engine number _________ 259 Gearbox number ________ 259 Color code _____________ 259 Power steering _________ 199 Steering fluid: grade _____ 199 Ignition system _________ 148 Drive belts _____________ 202 Spark plugs ____________ 254 Catalytic converter ______ 152 Important considerations...
Page 8: Warning Labels
Manufactured by SAAB Automobile AB, Trollhatten, Sweden 4756961 Refrigerant: 875 g of R134a. Refrigeration oil: 145 cc of PAG ND-8 oil or Saab 4319752 SK 20 oil Battery Contains corrosive sulfuric acid (40%) • FLAMMABLE GASES formed when car running and during charging •...
Page 9 CANADA AIR BAG WARNING Flip visor over CANADA 50 10 111 WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. • Children 12 and under can be killed by the air bag. • The BACK SEAT is the SAFEST place for children. •...
Page 10 See your Owner’s Manual before securing loads. Jack (Text printed on jack) Use on Saab 9-5 & 9-3.Use on level ground only. Use vehicle support stands. Safe working load 2000 lbs. (1,000 kg). For more information see your owner´s manual.
Page 11 Safety Safety Safety belts... Head restraint... Child safety... Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System "SRS").
Page 12: Safety Belts
Check that the locking tongue is properly locked in the belt lock (see page 20). The A-pillar area (area beside the wind- shield) and the headlining of your Saab contain padding designed to reduce head injuries. No modifications to these areas should be made unless done so by your authorized Saab dealer.
Page 13 If the car is involved in a collision, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other components must be inspected by an authorized Saab dealer and replaced as necessary. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belt yourself but visit an autho- rized Saab dealer.
Page 14 Safety • Children who have grown out of a child seat should be restrained by the car’s standard three-point belts. Make sure that the shoulder belt is not in contact with the neck or throat. If it is, a booster seat/cush- ion may be necessary.
Page 15 Belt height adjustment The front safety belts and the outside belts in the rear (9-5 Sedan) are equipped with automatic height adjustment. After fastening the belt, grasp it at chest height, pull it out and, without letting go, allow the slack to be taken up by the reel. Make sure that the belt is well in on the shoulder.
Page 16 Safety Safety belt, rear seat Safety belt, rear seat Three-point safety belts are provided for all three rear-seat passengers. Fasten the belt by pulling out the strap care- fully and inserting the tongue in the lock. Check that it is securely fastened. Then grip the diagonal part of the strap near the lock and pull the belt upwards towards the shoulder to tighten the lap strap.
Page 17 WARNING Safety belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body, and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis or the pelvis, chest and shoulders, as applicable; wearing the lap portion of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided.
Page 18: Head Restraint
• The rear head restraint should not be folded down when the seat is occu- pied. The front seats in the Saab 9-5 are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These reduce the risk of whiplash injury if the car is hit from behind.
Page 19: Child Seats
Child safety WARNING • Children must always be suitably restrained in the car. All child restraints and booster seats are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by the lap belt or the lap belt of a lap-shoulder belt. If the child restraint is not properly secured, a child can be endangered in a crash.
Page 20 Safety Fitting the locking strap on the center arm- rest, Saab 9-5 Sedan (not needed on Wagon). The locking strap is standard equipment in certain markets. The same attention must be given to child safety in the car as is given to adults.
Page 21 When a rear-facing child seat is fitted in the center position of the rear seat in the Saab 9-5 Sedan the center armrest must be secured in place with this strap. If this is not done, the center armrest could swing down in the event of a frontal colli- sion and cause injury to the child.
Page 22 6 Secure the lower part of the child restraint by means of the safety belt as described in the child restraint mounting instruction. Child tether anchorages in parcel shelf, Saab 9-5 Sedan...
Page 23 *) it may not be possible to route the tether through the cargo net (accessory), if one is fitted. Instead we recommend a cargo guard (accessory). Child tether anchorages, Saab 9-5 Wagon Safety...
Page 24 Safety Integrated booster seat (accessory) The integrated booster seat in the back is intended for children weighing 33-80 lbs. (15-36 kg) and between 38 and 54 inches (97 and 137 cm) tall. When seated in the integrated booster seat, the child must wear the standard three-point safety belt.
Page 25 WARNING • The standard safety belt must always be used in conjunction with the inte- grated booster seat. • The seat must not be modified in any way. • Never leave a child unattended. • Check to ensure that the belt is not twisted or rubbing against any sharp edges.
Page 26 Saab dealer. The warning light could signify that the airbags may not inflate in a crash, or they could...
Page 27 Moment of impact. Sensor detects decel- eration and sends a signal via the control module to a gas gen- erator that inflates the airbag. Inflated airbag (driver side) Inflation and deflation together take less than 0.1 second. The inflating airbag cushions the driver.
Page 28 Safety Front passenger seat WARNING Never secure a rear-facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag. Inflation of the airbag in the event of an accident could seriously injure or kill a child. The airbags are interconnected and have a common warning light.
Page 29 • Improvement of the anticorrosion treatment of the doors should only be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. Otherwise there is a risk that the side impact sensor and the mois- ture barrier in the front door could be damaged.
Page 30 Safety AIR BAG warning light WARNING • If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. • The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash.
Page 31 Recline the seat back to increase the dis- tance between you and the airbag. For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are available through your Saab dealer. Airbags inflate extremely rapidly and with great force - to be fast enough to protect an adult in the seat.
Page 32 If the warning light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system. The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously. You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible.
Page 33 Security Security Doors... Central locking ... Car alarm ...
Page 34: Central Lock
Two keys are supplied with the car. It is pos- sible to have up to four at one time that are coded for your car. If one is lost, contact your authorized Saab dealer to obtain a replacement. NOTE: For this reason, we strongly advise you to take two keys with you on long jour- neys and to keep them separate.
Page 35 42. Reprogramming lock system functions Certain lock system functions can be repro- grammed by your authorized Saab work- shop; see page 261. Locking/unlocking the car When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected.
Page 36: Interior Locking Buttons
Security Locking/unlocking by key 1 To lock 2 To unlock Locking by key (1) When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected. Turn the key clockwise: all doors locked. The trunk lid/tailgate cannot be opened now from inside using the switch on the driver’s door.
Page 37 Change of battery, remote control Open the battery cover using a thin round tool (1.5 mm or less) pressed inwards and down- wards Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the SID will issue the following message: ”REPLACE KEY BATTERY”.
Page 38 Security Trunk lid switch Trunk lid lock, 9-5 Sedan The trunk lid lock is independent of the cen- tral-locking system. The trunk lid release switch on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked from the outside or moving at a speed greater than 2.7 mph (4 km/h).
Page 39 Tailgate, 9-5 Wagon The tailgate is not unlocked when the other car doors are unlocked. The tailgate button on the driver’s door is inoperative when the car is locked or moving at a speed greater than 4 km/h. Unlocking The tailgate is unlocked using: •...
Page 40 Security Safety lock Safety lock The tailgate has a safety lock which is acti- vated with a button to the right of the tailgate lock. When the button is moved to the left, the tail- gate can only be opened from the outside, assuming that the locking button (LOCK) by the inside opening handle has not been pushed in.
Page 41: Car Alarm
Remote control 1 Activate/lock 2 Deactivate/unlock 3 Unlock trunk/tailgate Your Saab 9-5 is equipped with an Elec- tronic starting interlock (immobilizer), see page 42 for details. The car alarm is armed 10 seconds after the car has been locked by the remote control.
Page 42 ON and press one of the buttons on the key (providing that the receiver gets the right signal from the key). Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to have the system checked. The LED double-flashes when the car is...
Page 43 Alarm signals When the car alarm is armed, it will be trig- gered if any door, or the trunk lid or hood, is opened or if a window is broken. The alarm will also be triggered if an attempt is made to bypass or short-circuit the igni- tion switch, or to disconnect the battery.
Page 44 Alarm signals may differ between model variants for different coun- tries. Some of the car-alarm functions can be reprogrammed – con- sult your Saab dealer for further details (see page 261).
Page 45 Reason/action Probably a fault in one of the sensors or the alarm siren. Have the car checked by an autho- rized Saab dealer. Fault in key transmitter or in igni- tion-switch receiver. Turn ignition switch to ON and press the unlock button on the key. Start the engine.
Page 46 Security This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired oper- ation.
Page 47 PUSH ºF ECON OFF ºC SEARCH ECON Instruments and controls PULL DOLBY B NR RADIO BAND CLEAR Instruments and controls Indicator and warning lights ... Instruments ... Trip computer SID... Switches ... Automatic climate control (ACC) ...
Page 48: Indicator And Warning Lights
Instruments and controls Main instrument panel 1 Tachometer 2 Indicator and warning lights 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lights 5 Pressure gauge 60 70 6 Fuel gauge 7 Engine temperature gauge 8 Trip meter reset button 9 Odometer and trip meter Indicator and warning lights A number of indicator and warning lights will...
Page 49: Instruments And Controls
WARNING Never drive the car when these warning lights are on. Danger of brake failure! Have the brake system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Instruments and controls Parking brake warning light This light will show when the parking brake is on (see page 185).
Page 50 Now check the level again. If the level is still normal, you may drive the car, with considerable cau- tion, to the nearest authorized Saab dealer to have the brake system checked. WARNING • If the ABS is inoperative, there is a danger of the rear wheels locking up on hard braking.
Page 51 (see page 151). NOTE The car should be checked immediately at an authorized Saab dealer to prevent more serious faults from arising. Indicator, fuel This light comes on when there is less than about 2.5 gallons (10 liters) of fuel left in the tank.
Page 52 Instruments and controls Indicator, cruise control This light shows when the cruise-control system is active (see page 166). Indicator, high beam This light shows when the headlights are on high beam (see page 63). Indicator, rear fog light This light shows when the rear fog light is on (see page 64).
Page 53 Even if the fault persists, it is still possible in most cases to drive the car (see page 161). Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. NOTE If the control module has actuated the...
Page 54: Odometer And Trip Meter
Instruments and controls 1 Cars with automatic transmission Autochecking of lights, main instrument panel The above warning and indicator lights should come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. They should go out after about 3 seconds. The following lights light up until the engine is started, presuming that no fault exists: •...
Page 55: Speedometer
2.5 gal. (10 liters), a warning light on the main instrument panel will come on (see page 51). Use the Saab Information display (SID) to check the approximate distance that can be traveled on the remaining fuel (see page 57).
Page 56 Saab dealer. If the speed exceeds 143 mph (230 km/h), the increase in speed will be limited by the lowering of the boost pressure.
Page 57 Trip computer SID (Saab Information Display (SID) The SID displays CHECK messages and has eight trip-computer functions (Saab Car Computer, SCC) The SID is also used by the Audio System. WARNING It is strongly recommended that the SID settings be changed only when the car is stationary.
Page 58 Instruments and controls Outdoor temperature (Frost warning) Regardless of which function has been selected, except Night Panel Mode, SID will automatically display the outdoor tempera- ture when it is between 26° and 38°F (-3° and +3°C). This also applies if the temperature has moved outside the range of 21°...
Page 59 Turning the Alarm and Speed warning on or off 1 Select the Alarm or Speed-warning function. 2 Press SET to turn on the function. Press CLEAR to turn off the function. When either function is on, ALARM/SPD W respectively will be visible on the display. An asterisk will be visible on the far right of the display when either function is selected.
Page 60 Instruments and controls To calculate the arrival time if a specified average speed is maintained 1 Select DIST using the button. 2 Set the distance to be covered. 3 Press to select SPD Ø. 4 Set the average speed you intend to drive.
Page 61: Night Panel
365 days have elapsed since the last service. The message should be cleared at the time of that service (see the Saab Warranties & Service Record Booklet). This message can also be deleted by first...
Page 62: Clock
Instruments and controls The following conditions will wake up the respective displays in the Night-Panel mode: • Setting of the Audio system, SID or ACC (display comes on for ten seconds). • CHECK message generated in the SID. • High engine revs cause the rev counter to be illuminated until the engine speed has fallen again.
Page 63: Parking Lights
Switches Daytime running lights The parking lights and daytime running lights come on automatically when the igni- tion switch is ON. Note to owners in the U.S.: If you do not want Daytime Running Lights, this feature can be disconnected: switch off the engine and remove fuse No.
Page 64: Rear Fog Light
(within 30 seconds) and will remain on for about 30 seconds. The length of time for this function can be adjusted by your authorized Saab dealer. Rear fog light Rear fog light Press the button to switch on the rear fog light, which will only come on if the head- lights are on.
Page 65: Instrument Illumination
Instrument illumination Instrument illumination The brightness of the instrument illumina- tion can be varied by means of the dimmer switch adjacent to the headlight switch. (See also Night panel on page 61). In daylight or other equally bright light, the instrument and switch illumination is auto- matically extinguished.
Page 66: Front Fog Lights
Instruments and controls Front fog lights The front fog lights can be activated in both dimmed headlight and parking light posi- tions. Fog lights should only be used in poor visibility conditions. Make sure you are familiar with the appli- cable provincial/state law regarding the use of fog lights.
Page 67: Interior Lighting
1 Interior lighting on continuously 2 Lighting comes on when a door is opened 3 Lighting always off Interior lighting The interior lighting consists of one dome light in the front and one in the back, a map-reading light in the front, two reading lights in the back, floor courtesy lights in the front (in some model variants) and door courtesy lights on all doors.
Page 68: Wipers And Washers
Instruments and controls Wipers and washers There are three intermittent wiper positions. Moving the control stalk to the spring-loaded position between 0 and 2 will produce a single sweep of the wipers. The wipers are designed for optimal clean- ing at all driving speeds. At higher speeds, it may be possible to detect a slight ”sweep- ing”...
Page 69 Rear-window wiper (9-5 Wagon) The rear-window wiper and washer are operated with the same stalk switch as used for washing and wiping the windshield and headlights. This stalk has two additional switches, ON/OFF The ON position provides intermittent wip- ing. position provides washing and wiping.
Page 70 Instruments and controls Automatic climate control (ACC) The ACC system automatically works to maintain the desired temperature inside the car. The system will achieve the desired temper- ature in the quickest possible way. Note that selecting a higher or lower temperature than that desired will not speed up the process.
Page 71 1 Interior-temperature sensor 2 Sun sensor The system has five sensors: • Outdoor temperature sensor. • Interior temperature sensor. • Sun sensor (mounted on top of the fascia). • Two blended-air temperature sensors (mounted inside the front floor vents). Caution If anything is placed over the sun sensor, the ACC system will not function properly.
Page 72 Instruments and controls Air vent at rear side window Temperature control The cabin is divided into two temperature zones: • The driver’s zone. • The passenger zone (front and rear seats). The desired temperature can be set between 58 and 82°F (15 and 27°C). In addition, there are also HI and LO settings (see below).
Page 73 Functions Pressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings. If a manual function is selected it will be locked in but other functions will be controlled automatically. The selected temperature is always maintained automatically. Temperature, air distribution, fan speed and recirculation will all be controlled automatically. In falling temperatures the A/C compressor is switched off at 32°F (0°C).
Page 74 Instruments and controls The rear-window and door-mirror heating is controlled manually. Switch off the heating as soon as the rear window is clear, to avoid imposing a heavy load on the bat- tery longer than necessary. Note, however, that the heating will go off automatically after 5-10 minutes (depending on the outdoor temperature) or sooner if the voltage in the electrical system falls below...
Page 75 Air distribution Press once: Defrosting of all windows will take place (air flow to rear side windows shut off) with: • The fan running at high speed. • Air being distributed to the defroster vents. • Normal temperature control will operate. •...
Page 76 Instruments and controls Panel (and center rear vent) Starting 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 77 Programming II It is also possible to customize the ACC system, e.g. to adapt to driving and weather conditions. Function Operation in AUTO mode after Programming II The A/C compressor will not activate unless the outdoor temperature is above 55 ° F (+13°C).
Page 78 ACC: RECIRC the temperature display on the right. ACC: NORMAL CTRL Useful tips (Before driving the car to an authorized Saab dealer) ACC: MANUAL RDEFR CTRL • If AUTO is not shown on the display, see ”Cancelling the pro- grammed settings (I)” on page 76.
Page 79 Condensation When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified, and the resultant con- densation is drained off through two outlets underneath the floor of the car, in the vicinity of the front doors. It is therefore perfectly normal for water to be seen dripping from these outlets when the car is parked.
Page 80 The following controls do not operate while the afterheater is on: • Rear-window heating. • ECON. • User presets. Some of the functions can be repro- grammed. For further information, please consult your Saab dealer (see page 261).
Page 81: Audio System
Saab 9-5 Audio System Saab 9-5 Audio System Quick guide to the Saab 9-5 Audio System ... Sound controls... Radio ... Cassette player ... CD player ... CD changer... Programmable functions. Steering-wheel controls .. Security lock... Technical data ... Installation of car phone (option)...
Page 82 Saab 9-5 Audio System To get the best out of your Saab 9-5 Audio System, we recommend that you read through this entire section. The Saab 9-5 Audio System is available in two versions: Premium on the 9-5 and Pres-...
Page 83: Quick Guide To The Saab 9-5 Audio System
Quick guide to the Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio (see page 86) PUSH PULL To switch the system ON, press the volume but- ton. The last settings used will be activated. If the Audio System is switched on when the igni-...
Page 84 Saab 9-5 Audio System Cassette player. See page 88 Press once: Selects cassette player when other source active. When tape playing: Dolby B/C ON/OFF. Switch to playback other side of tape. Eject. Press once: Music search (next track). Press & hold briefly: Fast forward/rewind.
Page 85: Sound Controls
Rotate clockwise to increase the level and counter-clockwise to reduce it. The Bass and Treble controls must be pressed first to release them. Saab 9-5 Audio System DOLBY B NR FAD - Fader The fader control adjusts the balance between the front and rear sets of speakers.
Page 86: Radio
Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio Press the RADIO/BAND button (3) to switch to the radio when another source is active. Preset station buttons (1) Press once (release within a second) to select a preset station, e.g. The small figure on the far right of the dis- play is the number of the preset button selected.
Page 87 CD, TAPE and RADIO mode. If the radio is unable to find a suffi- ciently strong station to lock onto, the unit will continue to search and the display will indicate ”NO WB”. Saab 9-5 Audio System...
Page 88: Cassette Player
Saab 9-5 Audio System Cassette player Before playing a tape, make sure that the label is secure and that the cassette is not warped, otherwise the cassette can become jammed in the deck. The cassette player automatically senses whether the tape is normal or metal (Type I or Type II).
Page 89 Press and hold (mid-segment) briefly to switch to music search. Fast rewind (<< WIND) is performed in the same way as fast forward. Saab 9-5 Audio System Auto music search (Blank skip) To switch the Blank-skip function ON/OFF, press and hold (mid-segment).
Page 90 Always keep cassettes in their boxes when not in use. If a cassette should become jammed in the deck, seek help from an authorized Saab dealer.
Page 91: Cd Player
Pressing once will restart playback from the beginning of the current track. Thus, to play the preceding track, press twice. Saab 9-5 Audio System SEEK DOLBY B NR RADIO BAND Rapid play (passage search)
Page 92 Saab 9-5 Audio System Fast track search Press (mid-segment) once to switch between the CD-PLAY and CD-TRACK modes. The CD-PLAY and CD-TRACK modes change the function of The selected mode will also be active the next time the system is switched on.
Page 93: Cd Changer
Note the position of the magazine for load- ing (see picture). Insert the entire magazine carefully inside the CD changer and slide back the cover. Saab 9-5 Audio System Changing a CD To select the CD changer • If the Audio System is in the RADIO or TAPE mode, press the CD/RDM button twice.
Page 94 Saab 9-5 Audio System If the magazine in the CD changer is empty, the following will appear on the display: If the CD changer is activated right after a magazine has been loaded, the following will appear on the display: The CD number will change as each CD is played.
Page 95 The CD-PLAY and CD-TRACK modes change the function of The selected mode will also be active the next time the system is switched on. Saab 9-5 Audio System SEEK DOLBY B NR RADIO BAND Choose the mode that you find most...
Page 96 Saab 9-5 Audio System SCAN Scanning the current CD: To start the SCAN function, which enables you to hear a sample of each track on the disc, press and hold (mid-seg- ment). The display shows that SCAN is in progress and which track is currently being sampled.
Page 97: Programmable Functions
RADIO/BAND, to save the new volume setting. Speed-dependent volume (SP D VOL) ON/OFF Saab 9-5 Audio System To change the default setting: The default setting for this function is ON. – Press and hold the WB button at the same time as you switch on the Audio System.
Page 98: Steering-Wheel Controls
If a CD changer is to be retrofitted or if you wish to move the main Audio System module and/or CD changer to another car (Saab 9-5), you must consult an authorized Saab dealer so that the modules can be given the correct security codes.
Page 99: Technical Data
CD-changer capacity __________ 6 discs • These specifications comply with the new IHF Standard • Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement, we retain the right to alter specifications and design without prior notice. • Dolby noise reduction is produced under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation •...
Page 100 Saab 9-5 Audio System Antennas The Audio System has three antennas incorporated in the rear window; two for FM diversity and one for AM. NOTE Refrain from placing hard or sharp objects on the rear parcel shelf, to avoid damaging the antenna leads.
Page 101 Saab 9-5 Audio System Cross-modulation When the radio is tuned to a weak transmit- ter in the vicinity of a stronger one, the car’s antennas will receive signals from both.
Page 102 Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio waves, FM/AM FM radio waves radiate in straight lines from the transmitter. Because such waves do not follow the curvature of the Earth, their strength becomes weaker the further they travel. AM waves, on the other hand, are reflected off the ionosphere, thus greatly extending their range.
Page 103: Installation Of Car Phone (Option)
Installation of car phone (option) Provision has been made on the Saab 9-5 for the installation of a hands-free car phone. A car-phone mount is available as an acces- sory. Your Saab dealer has details of proper phone installation procedures.
Page 104: Fault Codes
Roof loads can negatively affect telecommunication. Mobile phones and communications radios that are not supplied as standard equipment by Saab can interfere with the car’s electri- cal system and cause spurious fault codes to be generated. WARNING Always consult an authorized Saab dealer for installation guidance.
Page 105 • If the casing is damaged, hazardous laser radiation can occur. NOTE All work on the Audio System must be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. OnStar System Your vehicle may be equipped with OnStar, a vehicle telematics communications and navigation system.
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Page 107 Using OnStar... OnStar is Easy... OnStar Services Button... Emergency button ... Call answer/end button ... System status light ... The OnStar Center... Connecting to the OnStar center Your personal identification number (PIN) ... The OnStar Safety and Security Plan... Automatic notification of air bag deployment ...
Page 108: Using Onstar
Here’s how to activate your OnStar ser- vice: 1 Push the blue OnStar button located in your Saab. You will be greeted by a live OnStar Advisor. The Advisor will acti- vate your OnStar service. 2 Provide the information requested by the Advisor to activate your account and set up your personal profile.
Page 109: Emergency Button
Advisor will assist you in making sure your OnStar system is operating prop- erly. If you cannot contact the OnStar Cen- ter, please take your car to the nearest Saab dealer for diagnosis and service. OnStar - Telematics The OnStar Center is the heart of your ser- vice —...
Page 110: The Onstar Center
OnStar - Telematics The OnStar Center Connecting to the OnStar center In addition to using the 3-button system found in your Saab, there are two other ways to connect to the OnStar Center. Toll-Free Call To take advantage of your OnStar Services...
Page 111: Roadside Assistance
ATMs and airports — more than 250 service categories in all. Our Advisors can even assist you with hotel and restaurant reser- vations. *All Saab models come with a full year of Premium Ser- vice. New retail deliveries only.
Page 112: Concierge Services
Saab that you can activate simply by pressing a button and using your voice. You can use Personal Calling in your Saab to place or to receive calls. The voice-activated system will dial the number. Your party will answer through your stereo speakers.
Page 113 Receiving a Call If someone calls your wireless phone num- ber, the entertainment system in your Saab will mute (if it is on), and you will hear a phone ringing sound. To answer the call, simply press the DOT button.
Page 114 OnStar - Telematics Storing/Deleting Numbers in Memory (Nametags) Storing a number Your OnStar system can store up to 20 numbers (up to 32 digits each) in memory that can be dialed by simply repeating the ”nametag.” To store a number: 1 Press the OnStar will respond OnStar DOT...
Page 115 You will need your OnStar Personal Identi- fication Number (PIN) to authorize the charge to your credit card on file. If you are not in your Saab, you may call an OnStar Advisor at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to request unit replenish- ment.
Page 116: Virtual Advisor
Virtual Advisor (expected availability fourth quarter 2000) Once you have activated Personal Calling, you can enjoy your time in your Saab even more with the OnStar Virtual Advisor. This service allows you to listen to your favorite news and information topics, such as weather reports, stock quotes and sports scores.
Page 117: Onstar Subscriber Website
OnStar. You can also act like an OnStar Advisor and pinpoint your Saab. To access the Sub- scriber Website, simply go to www.onstar.com, and then click on the OnStar Subscriber link. The OnStar Sub- scriber Website is a secured site that is password protected.
Page 118: Additional Information
Your trust is what we most value. Transferring OnStar Because your OnStar 3-button system is an integral part of your Saab, it cannot be trans- ferred to another vehicle. Each OnStar System stays with the original car or truck in which it was installed.
Page 119 Interior equipment and trunk Interior equipment and trunk Seats ... Steering-wheel adjustment ... Rear-view mirrors ... Electric windows... Sunroof ... Sun visors... Ashtrays... Glove compartment ... Cup holders ... Trunk ... Spare wheel and tools ... Fuel filler flap... Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency...
Page 120: Seats
Interior equipment and trunk Seats WARNING The seats are actuated by powerful motors. Ensure that nothing can be trapped when adjusting the seat. Bear in mind that children can be injured if they play with the electrically-operated seats Both front seats are electrically operated. On certain models the driver´s seat is equipped with a memory function.
Page 121: Interior Equipment And Trunk
Legroom adjustment To adjust the legroom, push the lower con- trol forward or back. Backrest rake angle To adjust the backrest, move the upper con- trol forward or back. WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that the safety belt, airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in the event of emergency braking or an accident.
Page 122 Interior equipment and trunk Programmable driver’s seat (certain models only) In certain models the driver´s seat is equipped with a programmable memory function. This function also includes the door mirrors. Adjust the seat and door mirrors. To save the settings, press and hold the M button and, at the same time, press one of the preselect buttons (1, 2 or 3).
Page 123: Ventilated Front Seats
Ventilated front seats (option) Ventilated front seats, that enhance seating comfort in hot weather, are available as an option on cars equipped with leather-uphol- stered and electrically adjustable seats. Ventilated seats are equipped with two fans that extract the moist air from between the seat and the body.
Page 124: Steering-Wheel Adjustment
Interior equipment and trunk Steering-wheel adjustment Fore-and-aft and tilt adjustment of the steer- ing wheel is possible. Push down the lever to release the locking mechanism. Move the steering wheel to the desired position and then lift the lever to lock Make sure that the lever is fully locked before driving off.
Page 125: Rear-View Mirrors
Rear-view mirror 1 Day position 2 Night position Rear-view mirrors The rear-view mirror has day/night positions that can be selected by means of a knob beneath the mirror. Adjust the mirror in day position. Adjusting the door mirrors 1 Select mirror 2 Use touch pad to adjust mirror Door mirrors The passenger side door mirror is of the...
Page 126 Interior equipment and trunk Button for angling passenger’s mirror down on reversing Cars equipped with a programmable driver’s seat also have a facility for angling the passenger’s mirror down on reversing, e.g. for a better view of the curb. After selecting reverse, press the tiny button adjacent to the door-mirror switch to tilt the mirror.
Page 127: Electric Windows
Electric windows WARNING • Bear in mind the pinch hazard when the side windows are being raised. Make sure that all passengers keep their heads, hands and fingers clear of the window openings before raising the windows. Serious personal injury may otherwise be caused.
Page 128: Sunroof
Interior equipment and trunk Switch for rear side window Child safety: rear windows (ON/OFF) The window switches on the rear doors can be rendered inoperative by the ON/OFF switch in the panel on the center console. When the switch is ON, the rear side win- dows can be operated by the switch on each rear door.
Page 129 To open: • Slide the control towards the rear to open the sunroof to the comfort position. To open it fully, slide the control back a second time. Press the control to stop it earlier. To close: • Slide the control forwards until the sun- roof is closed.
Page 130: Sun Visors
Interior equipment and trunk Sun visor with vanity mirror Sun visors The car is equipped with double sun visors. One section of the visor can be indepen- dently pivoted to the side window. A vanity mirror is provided on the back of the sun visors.
Page 131: Glove Compartment
Cigarette lighters (certain markets only) The car is provided with cigarette lighters next to the front ashtray and in the rear end of the centre console. The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as power point, e.g. for a mobile phone.
Page 132 Interior equipment and trunk In the doors Console between front seats On leading edge of front seats At bottom of door pillars adjacent to front-seat backrests On the back of the front seats Center armrest for rear seat...
Page 133: Cup Holders
Cup holder in fascia 1 Press symbol to open 2 Lift bottom to close Cup holders Cup holders are provided in the instrument panel fascia, in the center console compart- ment between the front seats, and in the rear-seat armrest. To access the cup holder in the instrument panel, press the symbol and release.
Page 134: Trunk
Interior equipment and trunk Trunk Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan The rear seat is split and the two sections can be folded indepen- dently. Folding down of the rear seat is easier if the front seats are not all the way back, and the rear head restraints are folded down. 1 Lift the seat cushion by pulling the loop located between the cushion and the backrest.
Page 135 WARNING • Place heavy items closest to the backrest and stow smaller and lighter items on top. • Secure heavy and bulky items using the four tie down points provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in an accident (see page 136).
Page 136 Interior equipment and trunk Trunk pass-through hatch A trunk pass-through hatch is incorporated in the rear-seat backrest to enable long, narrow items to be carried inside the car. Items should not weigh more than 33 lbs. (15 kg) nor be more than 2 yards (2 metres) in length.
Page 137 Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon Both the narrow and wide sections of the rear seat can be folded separately. Folding is facilitated if the front seats are not located too far back. The wide section cannot be folded separately if a cargo net is mounted on the rear of the backrest.
Page 138 Interior equipment and trunk WARNING • Do not travel in the back seat without ensuring that the head restraint is set at a suitable height. • Never allow anyone to sit on a folded backrest. • Always be aware of the risk of pinching when handling moving parts of the seating.
Page 139 Load anchoring WARNING • Put heavy loads as low down and as far forward as possible in the luggage compartment, i.e. against the back of the rear seat. • Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the backrest, if a cargo guard (accessory) is not being used.
Page 140 Interior equipment and trunk Cargo bolts mounted on the longitudinal rails On the floor of the luggage compartment there are two longitudinal aluminium rails (CargoTracks™) where special cargo bolts can be mounted. The protective strip on the CargoTracks™ is removed by lifting its back edge and pulling it straight upwards.
Page 141 Cover over the fixing point for the cargo Cargo net The pull-out cargo net’s storage cassette is mounted on the rear of the backrest. 1 Remove the covers near the two rear fixing points in the roof. Carefully bend in the lower edge of the cover with a screw- driver.
Page 142 Interior equipment and trunk Sliding floor (accessory) WARNING To avoid personal injury take note of the following: • Do not leave children unsupervised when the sliding floor is drawn out. • Be aware of the risk of pinching when handling the sliding floor. •...
Page 143 3 Lift the handle and push in the floor to the inner locking position. Make sure that the floor is locked correctly. 4 Tie down the load with Saab’s load straps according to the instructions, see page 139. Folding down the sliding floor When the floor is not in use 1 Lift up the floor.
Page 144: Tool Kit
Interior equipment and trunk Stowage of spare wheel and tools under trunk floor Spare wheel and tools The spare wheel, together with the jack and jack handle, front towrope attachment eye and toolkit, are stowed away underneath the trunk. There is a bag for covering the changed wheel.
Page 145: Fuel Filler Flap
Button for releasing filler flap Fuel filler flap The fuel filler flap is opened by means of a button on the driver’s door. The flap is spring-loaded, so it opens slightly automat- ically when released. Refueling, see page 154. To open fuel filler flap in an emergency 9-5 Sedan Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency...
Page 146 Interior equipment and trunk (This page has been left blank)
Page 147 Ignition switch ... Starting the engine ... Important considerations for driving ... Refueling ... Engine Break-In Period ... Gear changing ... Cruise control ... Braking ... Traction Control System. Economical motoring... Driving in cold weather ... Driving in hot weather ... Towing a trailer...
Page 148: Ignition Switch
Starting and driving Ignition switch The combined ignition switch and gear-lever lock is located in the center con- sole between the front seats. The ignition key can only be removed when reverse is engaged (automatic transmission: selector in ”P” position). The key fits all the locks on the car.
Page 149: Starting The Engine
• Press one of the buttons on the remote control (the LED stops blinking). • Start the engine. Try another key. If this works, then the fault is in the first key. Contact an authorized Saab dealer for checking and rectification. Starting and driving Starting the engine WARNING •...
Page 150 Starting and driving • The tail pipe of the exhaust system can become very hot during driving. Bear this in mind when loading and unloading the car. • Do not rest or sleep in the car when parked with the engine running. There is a risk of depressing the accelerator which could lead to engine damage.
Page 151: Important Considerations For Driving
Starting and driving Important considerations for driving The engine-management system in the Saab 9-5 is called Saab Trionic T7. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. The Trionic T7 system developed by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum driv- ability under differing driving conditions.
Page 152: Catalytic Converter
(not running on all cylinders) and any loss of power or performance. At the first sign of a malfunction, reduce speed and take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. • If the engine fails to start (in very cold...
Page 153 If, after this time, the engine still fails to run properly, turn off the engine and get in touch with an authorized Saab dealer for advice. • Never park the car on dry grass or other combustible material. The catalytic con- verter gets very hot and could therefore start a fire.
Page 154: Refueling
• Do not use the phone when refueling . Gasoline fuels are highly explosive. Only fuel from well-known oil companies should be used. All Saab gasoline engines can be driven on fuel of grade AON 87-93. For optimum performance we recommend: • AON 90 for 4-cylinder engines •...
Page 155: Opening The Fuel Filler Flap
Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency, see page 145. Recommended fuel: The engine in your Saab 9-5 is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline that has an octane rating of 87 or higher. Octane rating is determined according to the formula:...
Page 156 Under certain circumstances, this may cause constant illumination of the ”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)” lamp , thus indicating a fault that must be checked by your Saab dealer. NOTE: always observe the following two measures: • Make sure that the fuel filler cap is screwed on correctly before the engine is started.
Page 157: Engine Break-In Period
(MMT); ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT. Saab Automobile AB does not recommend the use of such gasolines. If fuels containing MMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 158: Manual Transmission
Starting and driving Gear changing Manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. The gear positions are marked on the gear lever. Before reverse (R) can be engaged, you must lift the ring underneath the gear-lever knob.
Page 159: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission WARNING • Make it a habit to keep your foot on the brake when selecting a drive position, to prevent the car creeping forward (or backward if reverse is selected). • The car must be at a standstill before P, R or N is selected.
Page 160 Starting and driving R N D 3 2 Detent positions for selector movement The detent button on the selector lever has to be pressed before the selector can be moved between certain positions. Three modes for the automatic transmis- sion can be selected: Normal, Sport and Winter.
Page 161 Saab dealer. If the fuse blows again as soon as the Shift Lock feature is activated you should contact your Saab dealer. Starting and driving Automatic transmission, fault indicator If ”Automatic transmission, fault indicator”...
Page 162: Automatic-Transmission Fluid
High air temperatures or a faulty oil cooler can also cause the transmission fluid to overheat. Overheating reduces the service life of the fluid. Contact an authorized Saab dealer (see also page 174. WARNING Remember to use engine-braking (selec-...
Page 163 Selector positions To shift out of the P position you must depress the brake pedal and the ignition must be ON. The parking position (P) must only be selected when the car is at a complete standstill. The selector lever is locked and the transmission is mechanically immobilized.
Page 164 Starting and driving Position 1 should be used when maximum engine-braking is required on steep downhill slopes. Do not move the selector to position 1 at speeds in excess of 37 mph (60 km/h). If the gear selector lever is moved from position D to 1, a change-down to 3rd gear will occur at about 110 mph (180 km/h).
Page 165 SPORT and WINTER modes To select Sport mode, press the ”S” button on the selector lever when the selector lever is in position N, D, 3, 2 or 1. In this mode, gear changes will take place at higher engine speeds than in Normal mode, in other words, the transmission will change up later and change down earlier for the same throt- tle (accelerator) position.
Page 166: Cruise Control
Starting and driving Cruise control WARNING • Do not use the Cruise-control system on wet or icy roads, in dense traffic or on winding roads. • Set the control to OFF when you do not want to use the system, to prevent the system being activated inadvert- ently.
Page 167: Braking
New pads should be fitted without delay. Brake pads should only be replaced by an authorized Saab dealer. To ensure optimum brake performance, it is recommended that you use only Saab original brake pads.
Page 168 Starting and driving The ABS system will not reduce the braking distance on loose gravel or on snow or ice but, because the wheels cannot lock up, some steering control is retained. When the ABS system is working, i.e. mod- ulation of the brake pressure is in progress, the brake pedal will pulsate and a ticking noise will be heard.
Page 169: Traction Control System
Traction Control System How the system works The traction control system (TCS) is designed to prevent wheelspin. This enables the car to achieve the best possible grip and, hence, maximum tractive effort, together with greater stability. The TCS system uses information from the ABS system’s wheel sensors to detect when the front (driving) wheels are rotating faster then the rear wheels.
Page 170: Fuel Economy
Starting and driving Turning the TCS off The TCS is switched on automatically when the engine is started. The system can be switched off manually by the TCS button, whereupon TCS OFF on the main instrument panel will come on. The TCS system cannot be switched off if the car is travelling faster than 35 mph (60 km/h).
Page 171 Increased consumption can indicate that something is wrong and that the car needs to be checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Practical trials on the roads have demon- strated that substantial savings in fuel con- sumption can be made if the above advice is heeded.
Page 172: Driving In Cold Weather
Studded tires are not allowed in some countries. If winter tires are fitted, the same type must be fitted on all wheels. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to advise you on the best tires for your car. Remember that tires age. It may therefore...
Page 173: Driving In Hot Weather
If you want to fit tire chains (where legally permitted) they should only be fitted to the tires recommended under ”Specifications” (see page 257). Consult your Saab dealer for details of approved tire chains. WARNING • Do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) when tire chains are fitted.
Page 174: Towing A Trailer
Use only the electrical trailer hitch socket provided in the trailer hitch kit. Saab recommends: • Use a Saab original hitch kit attachment which is designed and tested by Saab. • Consult your Saab dealer as regards the right hitch kit for your car.
Page 175 Recommendations for cars with auto- matic transmission. The following time limits are based on the capacity of the cooling system in warm weather, i.e. approximately 86 F (30 C). Gradient Maximum Maximum dura- of hill, % trailer weight, tion, minutes lbs.
Page 176: Driving With A Roof Rack Load
220 lbs. (100 kg). Note that the roof load is included in the car’s maximum permissible load (see page 250). Strong, sturdy roof carriers designed spe- cially for the car are available from your Saab dealer. Always secure the roof load safely.
Page 177 Fitting the roof carriers (accessory) 9-5 Sedan The carrier feet are marked with a top view of the car and arrow indicating their posi- tions. 1 Slip the plastic cover onto the adjustable foot of the carrier (foot with knob for tightening) to protect the paintwork during assembly.
Page 178 Starting and driving Fitting the roof carriers (accessory) 9-5 Wagon 1 Clean the car’s roof rails. 2 Check the markings on the cross mem- bers to see which is the front and which is the rear roof carrier. 3 Place the cross members on the roof rails, on their respective sides of the center supports.
Page 179: Driving With A Load
Driving with a load The driving characteristics of the car are affected by the way it is loaded. • Place heavy loads as far forward and as low as possible in the trunk. • Secure the load to the tie downs, see page 136.
Page 180: Driving Considerations With Compact Spare Wheel/Tire Fitted
Starting and driving Driving considerations with compact spare wheel/tire fitted WARNING Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) as the tire can overheat and adversely affect the handling of the car. The tire should be inflated to 60 psi (420 kPa). The following should be observed when the compact spare wheel (T115/70 R16) is fitted:...
Page 181: Towing The Car
Towing the car WARNING • Remember that the brake servo does not operate when the engine is off. Much greater pressure than normal will therefore be required to operate the brake pedal. • Nor does the steering servo operate when the engine is off. The steering will therefore be much heavier than usual.
Page 182 Starting and driving Rear towing eye Rear towing eye The car has a permanently mounted towing eye at the back. If the car is equipped with a trailer hitch, this can be used instead of the towing eye. Considerations when towing the car with manual transmission Gear lever in neutral and parking lights on.
Page 183: Jump Starting
Jump starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Saab. Follow the steps below to do it safely. WARNING Batteries can cause injury. They can be dangerous because: •...
Page 184 You can suffer burns or be blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. The battery installed in your new Saab has filler caps. Be sure the right amount of water is there. Add distilled or boiled water if the level is too low.
Page 185: Parking Brake
Parking brake WARNING • Always apply the parking brake when parking. • Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key. • Do not use the parking brake when the car is moving. The parking brake is situated between the front seats and acts on the rear wheels.
Page 186 Starting and driving Parking on a hill When parking on a steep hill, turn the front wheels so that they will be blocked by the curb if the car should move. Long-term parking If the car is not going to be used for some time, e.g.
Page 187 Hood release handle ... Engine compartment, 4-cyl. engine ... Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6)... Emission control systems 191 Engine... Engine oil ... Transmission fluid... Coolant ... Brake and clutch fluid ... Power steering fluid ... Battery ... Car care and technical information Drive belts ...
Page 188: Hood Release Handle
Car care and technical information Hood release handle The hood release handle is located under- neath the instrument panel. To open the hood: 1 Pull the release handle. 2 The front of the hood will now spring up, providing access to the secondary safety catch.
Page 189: Engine Compartment, 4-Cyl. Engine
Car care and technical information Engine compartment, 4-cyl. engine Engine compartment, 4-cyl. engine 1 Engine-oil dipstick/filler cap 2 Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid 3 Fuse box 4 Expansion tank, coolant 5 Washer-fluid filler cap 6 Battery 7 Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid 8 Turbo unit 9 Ignition discharge module 10 Reservoir, power-steering fluid...
Page 190: Engine Compartment, 6-Cyl. (3.0T V6)
Car care and technical information Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6) Engine compartment, 6-cyl. (3.0t V6) 1 Engine-oil dipstick 2 Engine-oil filler cap 3 Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid 4 Fuse box 5 Expansion tank, coolant 6 Washer-fluid filler cap 7 Battery 8 Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid 9 Ignition discharge module 10 Reservoir, power-steering fluid...
Page 191: Emission Control Systems
Trionic ECM has detected a problem. The car will continue to operate, but perfor- mance may be diminished. You should have your car checked by a Saab dealer as soon as possible.
Page 192: Engine
Car care and technical information ORVR (Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) Hydrocarbon vapors formed when refueling will be recovered by the car and not released into the atmosphere. The hydro- carbons are absorbed in a evaporative emission canister. When the engine is sub- sequently started, the evaporative emission canister is gradually purged as air is sucked into it through a shut-off valve.
Page 193: Engine Oil
Engine oil Checking the oil level Check the engine-oil level regularly. This should be done after the engine has been run to normal temperature and then allowed to cool for 2–5 minutes, with the car stand- ing on level ground. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean before checking the level.
Page 194 Car care and technical information Oil changing The engine oil must be changed in accor- dance with the service program, see page 242. Oil volume and grade, see page 253. Oil changing should be carried out on a warm engine. 1 Unscrew the drain plug in the bottom of the sump and leave the oil to drain into an oil tray or other suitable receptacle for...
Page 195: Transmission Fluid
(see page 255), automatic trans- mission fluid Dexron III (synthetic fluid) can be used. If so, the car should be taken to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible to have the reason for low fluid level cor- rected and original fluid installed.
Page 196: Coolant
-58 F (-50°C). The corrosion-inhibiting properties of the coolant deteriorate over time, but Saab-approved coolant can be used for year-round protection. Change the coolant as specified in the service program and use only Saab-approved coolant – other makes may need changing more frequently and may damage the system.
Page 197 Changing the coolant (Usually carried out as part of the Saab orig- inal service by an authorized Saab dealer) 1 If the engine is hot, open the expan- sion-tank filler cap carefully to release the pressure, but do not remove it com- pletely.
Page 198: Brake System
Changing of the brake fluid should be carried out by an authorized Saab dealer. Brake and clutch-fluid reservoir The vehicle´s regular braking system is adjusted automatically, but the parking brake has to be adjusted manually.
Page 199: Power Steering Fluid
Power steering fluid WARNING Do not fill the power steering fluid to above the MAX mark. Too much fluid can result in leakage. Power steering fluid on hot engine com- ponents constitutes a fire risk. Check the level of the power steering fluid in the reservoir regularly, in accordance with the service program.
Page 200 Car care and technical information Correct fluid level in battery NOTE Never use tap water to top up the battery. Tap water contains salts and minerals that accelerate the corrosion of the battery elec- trodes, which can shorten the life of the bat- tery.
Page 201 Charging/replacing the battery NOTE To avert the danger of short-circuiting between the positive (+) terminal on the battery and the inlet manifold on the engine, always disconnect the negative (-) battery lead first and reconnect it last. Connect the positive lead to the positive (+) battery terminal (red), and the negative lead to a good ground point, e.g.
Page 202: Drive Belts
Car care and technical information Drive belts WARNING • Keep hands and clothing well clear of drive belts when engine is running. • Always stop engine before inspecting drive belts. • The fan can start even when the engine is switched off. The alternator is situated on the right-hand side of the engine, adjacent to the bulkhead.
Page 203: Wipers And Washers
We recommend Saab washer fluid for cleaning. If poor wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with Saab 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 windshield.
Page 204: Washer Jets
Car care and technical information Washers The washer-fluid reservoir holds 6.4 quarts (6 liters). When "WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW" comes up on the SID, the reservoir is down to about 1 quart (1 liter) of fluid. Add at least 50% of washer- fluid to water to pre- vent freezing and for effective cleaning.
Page 205: Changing Bulbs
Changing bulbs WARNING Before changing a bulb in the engine bay, switch off the engine to avoid danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off. Check that the new bulb is working when finished.
Page 206 Car care and technical information Headlight bulb for low beam 1 Unscrew the cover from the back of the lamp unit. 2 Unplug the connector. 3 To remove the spring clip, push it in and then move it to the right. 4 Remove the bulb.
Page 207 Parking-light bulb Parking-light bulb The parking-light bulb is adjacent to the bulb for low beam. 1 Unscrew the cover from the back of the lamp unit. 2 Withdraw the bulb holder. 3 Change the bulb. Car care and technical information Front fog lights Front fog lights / cornering lights 1 From under the front bumper, grip the...
Page 208: Tail Lights
Car care and technical information When refitting the lamp unit, check that the bayonet pin and the two plastic lugs engage their respective slots. Hold the lamp unit in position, and tighten the screw (1). Rear light clusters 1 Direction indicators 2 Tail lights 3 Stop lights 4 Reversing lights...
Page 209 Trunk lid light and taillights, 9-5 Sedan Before changing bulbs in the trunk, you must first release the trim at the foot of the trunk. This involves removing the handle and the three trim fasteners (studs). 1 Unscrew the handle on the inside of the tailgate.
Page 210 Car care and technical information Tailgate bulbs, 9-5 Wagon 1 Turn the lock a quarter turn (90°) with a screwdriver or the ignition key. 2 Open and remove the cover. 3 Take out the bulb holder by twisting it slightly counterlockwise. 4 Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise.
Page 211 Reassembly: 1 Locate the two front attachments and press the front part of the light unit straight into the body panel. 2 Tighten the screws and replace the cover. Car care and technical information Loading lighting, 9-5 Wagon 1 Pull down the glass cover at the outer edge.
Page 212 Car care and technical information Side direction indicators 1 Slide the lamp fitting forward and pull out the back. 2 Remove the bulb. 3 Change the bulb. On refitting, make sure that the spring in the lamp fitting engages the edge of the open- ing in the body panel.
Page 213 2 Bend out one of the contacts and remove the bulb. 3 Fit the new bulb. On refitting, insert the connector-end of the lamp fitting first. Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing, you are advised to take the car to an authorized Saab dealer.
Page 214 A special kit containing spare bulbs and fuses is available as an accessory from your Saab dealer. A storage space for this is pro- vided adjacent to the toolkit and jack, under the panel in the luggage...
Page 215: Fuses
To avert the risk of short-circuiting and/or fire breaking out in the electrical system, the following advice should be heeded: • Always consult an authorized Saab dealer before modifying or adding any electrical equipment. Failure to do so can result in the electrical system being damaged.
Page 216: Front Lights
If a fault occurs in any of these components, diagnostic faults codes are set in the rele- vant control module, which facilitates fault diagnosis at the Saab dealer. The scan tool connector for fault diagnosis is located under the instrument panel on the...
Page 217: Airbag (Srs)
Fuse panel in instrument panel Amp Function Trailer lights Automatic transmission 7,5 Electric door mirrors; DICE Brake lights; shift-lock override Reversing lights Parking lights, left Parking lights, right 7,5 DICE / TWICE Electric windows, right Stop lights, trailer Fuel injection B C 1 2 3 4 15 16 23 24...
Page 218: Relays
Car care and technical information 7,5 Starter motor 7,5 Cruise control; water valve; fog lights, front Ventilated front seats 7,5 Direction-indicator switch Cigarette lighter Daytime running light Electric windows, left Windshield wipers; rain sensor Electric heating, front seats Limp-home solenoid (automatic transmission) 52-5 Spare fuses Relay panel under instrument panel...
Page 219 Fuse box under hood Fuses Amp Function ABS (Maxi fuse) – – Horn Rear window wiper (9-5 Wagon) Fog lights (front spoiler) Radiator fan, high speed Low beam headlight, right High beam headlight, right Low beam headlight, left High beam headlight, left Headlight beam-length adjustment (certain markets only);...
Page 220 Car care and technical information Relays Function Washer, front/rear Low beam headlight High beam headlight Extra lights (accessory) Horn Rain sensor Wiper, rear (9-5 Wagon) Radiator fan, low speed Radiator fan, high speed, left fan A/C-compressor 10.1 Front fog lights 10.2 Headlight wipers Windshield wipers...
Page 221: Wheels
Alternative wheels and tires If you wish to fit other tires or wheels than those supplied with the car, consult your Saab dealer first as to the possibilities avail- able. Wheels/tires combinations that are not approved by Saab can negatively affect the car´s directional stability, steering and brak-...
Page 222 Your Saab dealer can advise you as to the correct size tire for your car (if different from the original size) and also supply Saab approved winter tires. Tire quality grading (cars sold in U.S.) New tires must be graded and labeled in accordance with new Federal regulations.
Page 223 Uniform Tire Quality Grading (US) Quality grades can be found where applica- ble on the tire sidewall between tread shoul- der and maximum section width. For exam- ple: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 224 Car care and technical information Temperature WARNING The temperature grade for a tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail- ure.
Page 225: Towrope Attachment Eyes
The panel over the spare wheel can be held open by hooking the handle onto the rubber seal. In the Saab 9-5 Sedan, there is a holder for a warning triangle in the luggage compart- ment trim. In the Saab 9-5 Wagon, there is space for a warning triangle underneath the panel in the luggage compartment floor.
Page 226: Jack
Car care and technical information Changing a wheel WARNING • The car jack is designed solely for use in changing a wheel or fitting snow chains. It must not be used to support the car during repair work or servicing. •...
Page 227 Position for jack To jack up the car, apply the jack to one of the special jacking points under the sills. Car care and technical information Positioning the jack Jack location, between spare wheel and sill...
Page 228 Car care and technical information Jacking points for a trolley jack If a floor jack is used, it can be applied to the standard jacking points used by the dealer. A floor jack can lift both front wheels or both rear wheels off the ground simultaneously.
Page 229: Flat Spotting
Car care and technical information Flat spotting All tires get hot, especially on long journeys or when the car is driven hard. After the car has been parked with hot tires and the tires have cooled down, a flat spot can appear in the tire, where it is in contact with the ground.
Page 230: Air Conditioning (Acc)
• All repairs and adjustments on the A/C system must be carried out by a Saab dealer authorized for this kind of work. • Never mix R134a and R12 refriger- ants.
Page 231: Safety Belts
If the car is involved in a collision, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other components must be inspected by an authorized Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belt yourself but visit an autho- rized Saab dealer.
Page 232: Textile Carpeting
Car care and technical information Apply the leather conditioner using a soft cloth and the same circular movements as described above. After it has dried, polish the leather with a soft, dry cloth. Follow the directions given above. Do not use hot water, unknown abrasive polishes, sol- vents, sprays or soaps that might scratch the leather.
Page 233: Waxing And Polishing
Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent or solvent when carrying out repairs or mainte- nance. Saab recommends the use of envi- ronmentally safe degreasing agents. Car care and technical information Touching up the paint...
Page 234: Anticorrosion Treatment
Car care and technical information Surface-treatment composition 1 Body panel 2 Zinc (certain panel sections only) 7.5 µm 3 Phosphate coating 4 Cathodic ED 28 µm 5 Intermediate coat 35 µm 6 Metallic base 15 µm 7 Clear enamel /solid enamel 40 µm Two-coat enamel As the name implies, two-coat enamel is applied in two operations.
Page 235 What causes rust? Steel body panels of automobiles are sub- ject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to penetrate the protective finish, and body panels may rust through if the pro- cess is unchecked. Rusting can occur wher- ever water is trapped or where the car’s panels are continuously damp.
Page 236: Battery Charge
While the Saab 9-5 was still at the draw- ing-board stage, Saab engineers were giving serious consideration to how the maximum quantity of materials could be reclaimed from the car on its eventual scrapping.
Page 237 1 A-pillar trim: PP, PP/EPDM 2 Windshield trim: PP, PP/EPDM 3 Seals: EPDM 4 C-pillar trim: PP 5 Rear light cluster: PMMA 6 Corner infill panel: PPO/PA 7 Rear bumper, cellular core: expanded PP; sheathing: PP/EPDM 8 Side-window casing: PP/EPDM 9 Fuel tank: PE 10 Side trim: PVC 11 A-pillar upholstery trim: PC/ABS, textile...
Page 238: Headlight Aiming
If you believe your headlights need to be re-aimed, we recommend that you take it to your Saab dealer for service, however, it is possible for you to re-aim your headlights as described in the following procedure.
Page 239 Open the hood and locate the vertical aim level (B) that you can see through the top of the headlight lens. If you find that the headlight needs adjust- ment follow these steps: 1 Locate the vertical aiming device (A). 2 Turn the vertical aiming screw with a 0.24 in.
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Page 241 Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance schedule... Owner assistance ... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) ... Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government ... Saab Original Service Program M2001 USA, Canada, 9-5 Models) ...
Page 242: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance schedule The Maintenance Schedule prescribes a service program to the purchaser/operator of a Saab that is reasonable and necessary to ensure the proper emission control sys- tems function, safety and reliability of the Saab automobile in normal use. Additional...
Page 243: Owner Assistance
1-800-955-9007. In Canada, please call the Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-263-1999. A list of authorized Saab sales and service dealers is available for those planning to travel in the United States and Canada. Canadian or U.S. travelers may call the Customer Assistance Center in the country in which they are traveling.
Page 244: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s.a.)
Two change of address cards are provided at the end of the Warranties and Service Record Booklet. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you in the event of a recall or service campaign. Please help us keep our records up to date for your own peace of mind.
Page 245: Saab Original Service Program M2001 Usa, Canada, 9-5 Models)
*** Camshaft drive belt replacements (V6) prior to 100,000 miles will be performed at no charge by an authorized U.S. or Canadian Saab dealer.
Page 246: Manual Transmission Oil
R Manual transmission oil level R Outer and inner driver joint boots * These are the minimum required Emission Control System maintenance steps. Saab urges that all recommended maintenance procedures be performed according to this program. (b.) Change automatic transmission fluid at more frequent intervals (20,000; 50,000; 80,000 miles, etc.) if car is driven in dense city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reach 90°F or higher, or if car is used in a mountainous/high altitude area or for trailer towing.
Page 247 Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars Chassis R Ball joint clearance, outer and inner steering joints and rubber boots R Shock absorbers and bushes; tightness and condition R Tire pressure, tread depth and wear (c.) R Rotate tires, front to rear R Brake pads and discs;...
Page 248 Maintenance and owner assistance Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars Chassis (cont.) R Toe-in R Cabin air filter R Cabin air absorptive filter R Door hinges, stops and locks R Airbag system, SRS warning lamps, visual inspection R Safety belts;...
Page 249: Specifications
Specifications Specifications General... Engine ... Fuel... Engine oil... Engine variants ... Electrical system... Drive belts... Manual gearbox... Automatic transmission .. Suspension... Steering... Brake system... Wheels and tires ... Plates and labels...
Page 250: General
Specifications General Overall length, including bumpers: 9-5 Sedan_______________________ 9-5 Wagon ______________________ Overall width, including door mirrors ____ Maximum height: 9-5 Sedan_______________________ 9-5 Wagon ______________________ Wheelbase _______________________ Ground clearance __________________ Track: Front __________________________ Rear ___________________________ Turning circle (curb to curb) ___________ Turning circle (measured at vehicle extrem- ities) ___________________________ Number of seats (incl.
Page 251 Maximum load on ball hitch __________ 165 lbs (75 kg) 73.0 cu. ft. (2067 litres) The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by Saab Automobile AB. Note that local restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and weights (see page 174). 176 lbs (80 kg) 594 lbs (270 kg) 43.0 in (1092 mm)
Page 252: Engine
3.0t V6 _________________________ Fuel Four cylinders, twin Fuel grade ________________________ Unleaded gasoline overhead cam- shafts, 16 valves For optimum performance Saab recom- and two balancer mend the following fuel grades: shafts. 2.3t _____________________________ AON 90 V-6 engine, double 2.3 Turbo Aero and 3.0t V6 __________ AON 93 *)
Page 253: Engine Oil
Engine oil Oil specification : We recommend the use of oils that are available from your Saab dealer, for the regular oil changes. These oils fulfill the most stringent requirements set by API and ACEA classifications. Oil for gasoline engines is classified by the API standards (American Petroleum Institute) into the grade classes SH (since 1993) and SJ (since 1996).
Page 254: Engine Variants
Specifications Engine variants 2.3t Ecopower Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ___________ Maximum torque, EEC at 1800 rpm ___ Compression ratio ________________ 2.3 Turbo Ecopower (”Aero” model engine), manual transmission Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ___________ Maximum torque, EEC at 1900 rpm Compression ratio ________________ 2.3 Turbo Ecopower, (”Aero”...
Page 255: Drive Belts
Outside length Type _____________________________ All-synchromesh 102.84 in (2612 mm) 79.53 in Oil _______________________________ Saab synthetic (2020 mm) Oil capacity ________________________ 1.9 qts (1.8 litres) Oil volume (on changing) _____________ 1.6 qts (1.5 litres) Clutch type ________________________ Hydraulic, single Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 4-cylinder ________________________ 27–28 / 43–44...
Page 256: Automatic Transmission
Specifications Automatic transmission Type ____________________________ Selector-lever positions ______________ Transmission-fluid capacity, dry transmis- sion (incl. torque converter and oil cooler) 7.5 qts (7 litres) If fluid change required, approximately 3.5 litres can be drained through the drain plug in the transmission casing Transmission fluid __________________ Clutch type _______________________ Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 4th gear:...
Page 257: Brake System
Diago- 2.3 Turbo Aero ______________________ Use 6.5 x 16 or nally split circuits; ventilated discs on front wheels. EBD Contact an authorized Saab dealer if you function, see page wish to fit other wheels than those fitted 167. as standard.
Page 258 Snow chains must not be fitted to 17" wheels. Max. permissible speed with snow chains fitted is 30 mph (50 km/h). Contact an authorized Saab dealer for advice on snow chains. NOTE Wheels larger than 17” must not be fitted.
Page 259: Plates And Labels
Plates and labels When consulting your Saab dealer, it may be necessary to quote the car’s V.I.N., engine and gearbox numbers. 1 Modification identity plate. 2 V.I.N. number, inside windshield. 3 Certification label. 4 Gearbox number. 5 Engine number. 6 Tire pressures and color codes (body &...
Page 260 1 Region ___________ Y = Northern Europe 2 Country __________ S = Sweden 3 Manufacturer _____ 3 = Saab Automobile AB 4 Product line ______ E = 9-5 5 Model series ______ D = 9-5 with driver’s and passenger-side airbags F = 9-5 SE with driver’s and...
Page 261 Several of the systems in your Saab car can be adjusted to better fit your individual needs Some functions are governed by legal requirements and cannot therefore be reprogrammed. Consult an authorized Saab dealer for fur- ther information. Car alarm/central locking system: •...
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Page 263 Index A/C system, fault diagnosis _______230 A/C system, maintenance _________230 ABS brakes ____________________167 ACC __________________________70 ACC functions ___________________73 ACC, automatic climate control _____70 ACC, calibration _________________78 ACC, condensation _______________79 ACC, programming _______________76 ACC, useful tips _________________78 Adjusting the steering wheel _______124 Adjustment, seats _______________120 Afterheater, V6-engine cars ________80 Air conditioning (A/C), fault diagnosis...
Page 264 Index Date code, tires _________________224 Dim-dipped beam ________________63 Direction indicators _______________65 Door handles ___________________34 Door mirrors ___________________125 Doors, locks & luggage compartment _33 Drive belt ______________________255 Drive belt, alternator _____________202 Drive belts _____________________255 Drive belts, length _______________255 Driver’s seat, programmable _______122 Driving in hot weather ____________173 Driving with a load ______________179 Electric heating seat _____________123...
Page 265 Running-in _____________________170 Index SID __________________________ 57 SRS (airbag) ___________________ 26 SRS, supplementary restraint system 26 Saab 9-5 Audio System ___________ 81 Saab Information Display (SID) _____ 57 Safety belts ____________________ 12 Safety belts, care of _____________ 231 Safety-belt pretensioners _________ 13...
Page 266: Table Of Fuses
Index Steering, technical data __________256 Stone-chip damage, repairing ______233 Storage compartments ___________131 Sun visors _____________________130 Sunroof _______________________128 Suspension ____________________256 Suspension, technical data ________256 Switches _______________________63 Systems, adjustment ____________261 TCS OFF ______________________53 Table of fuses __________________217 Tachometer _____________________54 Tailgate, opening ________________38 Tank gauge _____________________55 Technical data _________________249 Telematics ____________________107...
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