Charging System Light; Voltmeter Gage - Saab 2005 9-7X Owner's Manual

Charging System Light

It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on,
or comes on while you are driving, you may have a
problem with the charging system. It could indicate that
you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another
electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving
while this light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
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The charging system light
will come on briefly when
you turn on the ignition,
but the engine is not
running, as a check to
show you it is working.

Voltmeter Gage

United States
When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in
RUN, this gage shows your battery's state of charge in
DC volts.
When the engine is running, the gage shows the
condition of the charging system. Readings between the
low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating
range.
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2005 - Saab 97X Owner Manual