Saab 2006 9-7X Owner's Manual

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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

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Rear Seats

............................................... 1-6

Safety Belts

.............................................. 1-8

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-27

Airbag System

......................................... 1-51

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-3

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-8

Windows

................................................. 2-14

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-31

OnStar

System

...................................... 2-43

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-50

Moonroof

................................................ 2-55

Vehicle Personalization

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-19

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-58

2006 Saab 9-7X Owner Manual

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Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-39

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

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Checking Things Under the Hood

All-Wheel Drive

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Rear Axle

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Front Axle

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Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-49

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 5-56

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-89

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

...................................... 5-98

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Index ................................................................ 1

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Page 1 2006 Saab 9-7X Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Front Seats ... 1-2 Rear Seats ... 1-6 Safety Belts ... 1-8 Child Restraints ... 1-27 Airbag System ... 1-51 Restraint System Check ... 1-67 Features and Controls ... 2-1 Keys ...
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Saab Automobile, AB whenever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Front Seats ...1-2 Power Seats ...1-2 Power Lumbar ...1-2 Heated Seats ...1-3 Power Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Head Restraints ...1-5 Rear Seats ...1-6 Rear Seat Operation ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-8 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-8 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-13 Driver Position ...1-14 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-20...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. The horizontal control adjusts the seat cushion and the vertical control adjusts the seatback. • Move the front of the horizontal seat control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion.
Page 9: Heated Seats
Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats. The buttons used to control this feature are located on the front door armrests. The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work. To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal button with the heated seat symbol.
Page 10: Power Reclining Seatbacks
Power Reclining Seatbacks Your vehicle may have this feature. The vertical power seat control described earlier allows the seatback to recline. See Power Seats on page 1-2 for more information. But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Page 11: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Press the release button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the head restraint down to lower it. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s head.
Page 12: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has a 60/40 folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space. Pull up on the loop located where the seat cushion meets the seatback to fold the seat cushion up and out of the way.
Page 13 The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down. To raise the seatback, lift up the seatback and push until it locks into the upright position. Push and pull on each seatback to make sure they are latched securely. Then fold the bottom seat cushion back into place.
Page 14 Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between.
Page 16 Put someone on it. 1-10 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
Page 17 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-11...
Page 18: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts...
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt.
Page 20: Driver Position
Driver Position Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 3.
Page 21 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 22 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-16 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 26: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 27: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-14. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt — except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature.
Page 28 Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 29 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 30: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When attached to a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 31 CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 32: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the retractor part of the safety belts. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal or side crash or a rollover.
Page 33: Safety Belts
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 34 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. 1-28 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 35 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 36 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 37 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 38: Child Restraints
What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 39: Child Restraint Systems
CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 40 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1-34 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 41 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 42 Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in...
Page 43 Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint There are several systems for securing the child within the child restraint. One system, the three-point harness, has straps that come down over each of the infant’s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch. The ﬁve-point harness system has two shoulder straps, two hip straps, and a crotch strap.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 45: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint is...
Page 46 Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
Page 47 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Second Row To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion, showing where...
Page 48 Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position or in the third row seating position, if the vehicle has one, if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
Page 49 CAUTION: Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash.
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Fold down the head restraint and route the single tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. See Rear Seat Operation on page 1-6. Fold down the head restraint and route the dual tether around the head restraint.
Page 51 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-45...
Page 52 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position Many child restraints are too wide to be correctly secured in the center rear seat, although some of them will ﬁt there. If the center seat position is too narrow for your child restraint, secure it in a rear outside seat position.
Page 54 A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates.
Page 55 1. Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s frontal airbag. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-61. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If your child restraint is forward-facing, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat.
Page 56 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-50 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 57: Airbag System
If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint. If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion.
Page 58 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 59 CAUTION: Both frontal and roof-mounted side impact airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inﬂating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for airbag inﬂation before and during a crash.
Page 60: Where Are The Airbags
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-29 for more information.
Page 61 The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-55...
Page 62 The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-56 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 63: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non-deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inﬂate and help...
Page 64 Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds. For example: • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. • If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform.
Page 65: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. In the case of a “rollover capable” roof-mounted side impact airbag, the sensing system detects that the vehicle is about to roll over.
Page 66: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? After a frontal airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inﬂated. Roof-mounted side impact airbags deﬂate more slowly and may still be at least partially inﬂated minutes after the vehicle comes to rest.
Page 67: Passenger Sensing System
Your vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors and turn the interior lamps on when the airbags inﬂate (if battery power is available). You can lock the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using the door lock and interior lamp controls.
Page 68 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver’s airbag and the side airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat and safety belt.
Page 69 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: • the right front passenger seat is unoccupied • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat • the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint •...
Page 70 If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended.
Page 71: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
CAUTION: Stowing of articles under the passenger’s seat or between the passenger’s seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system. Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are airbag system parts in several places around your vehicle.
Page 72: Adding Equipment To Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, front end or side sheet metal or height, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Page 73: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 74: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
Page 75: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-6 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-8 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Delayed Locking ...2-9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-12 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Liftgate/Liftglass ...2-13 Windows ...2-14 Power Windows ...2-15...
Page 76 Section 2 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar , Compass and Temperature Display ...2-34 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass ...2-37 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display ...2-38 Outside Power Mirror ...2-42 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-42 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-43 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-43 ®...
Page 77: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 78 This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door lock. It will ﬁt with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number.
Page 79: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 80: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation With this system you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. The remote keyless entry transmitter buttons will not operate when the key is in the ignition.
Page 81: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery.
Page 82: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 83: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door armrests. Press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. To unlock the doors, press the other side of the switch. Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors and the liftgate when using the power lock or the remote keyless entry system.
Page 84: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programming Delayed Locking To turn the delayed locking feature on or off, do the following: 1. Press and hold the power door lock switch on the driver’s door in the lock position. 2. Press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button twice.
Page 85: Programmable Unlocking Feature
You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN. The locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode. If the lock/unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode, the current auto lock/unlock setting will not be modiﬁed.
Page 86: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle may have this feature. You can lock the rear doors so they cannot be opened from the inside by passengers. To use one of these locks do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. You will ﬁnd a security lock lever located on the inside edge of each rear door.
Page 87: Liftgate/Liftglass
Liftgate/Liftglass CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate or...
Page 88: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 89: Power Windows
Power Windows The controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors. With power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-21.
Page 90 Sun Visors with Fixed Rod and Pull-out Extension Your vehicle may have this feature. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Pull the sun visor extender out for additional coverage. Detach the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side to cover the side window. Visor Vanity Mirror Pull the sun visor down to expose the vanity mirror.
Page 91: Testing The Alarm
Remember, the theft-deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 92: Theft-Deterrent Systems
® PASS-Key ® Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 93 When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key.
Page 94: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km).
Page 95: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
ACC (Accessory): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Notice: Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting. Do not operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition position for a long period of time.
Page 96: Adjustable Throttle And Brake Pedal
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or 18°C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key.
Page 97: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 98: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your gear shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. 2-24 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the...
Page 99 You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever, press the button on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Page 100 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 101: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your foot and pull up on the parking brake lever located between the seats. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on.
Page 102: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 103: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 104: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 105: Mirrors
CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 106: Compass Calibration
Compass Calibration When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. If, after two seconds, the display does not show a compass direction, (N for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder, or a similar magnetic item.
Page 107: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Onstar And Compass
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar and Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearview mirror with a compass and the OnStar There are three additional buttons for the OnStar system. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar System on page 2-43 for more information about the ®...
Page 108: With Onstar ® , Compass And Temperature Display
To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button for six seconds. Release the button when ZONE is displayed. The number shown is the current zone number. 2-34 3.
Page 109: Temperature And Compass Display
Temperature and Compass Display Press the on/off button, located to the far left, brieﬂy to turn the compass/temperature display on or off. If the display reads CAL, you will need to calibrate the compass. For more information on calibration, see below. To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius do the following: 1.
Page 110 To adjust for compass variance do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a Z and a zone number appear in the display. The compass is now in zone mode.
Page 111: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass
Passenger Airbag Indicator The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator, on the mirror glass, just above the buttons. If the vehicle has this feature, the mirror will display the word ON, or an airbag symbol in Canada, when the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 112: Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror With Compass And Temperature Display
To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button for six seconds. Release the button when ZONE is displayed. The number shown is the current zone number. 2-38 3.
Page 113 Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once brieﬂy, will toggle the temperature reading on and off. To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius, press and hold the TEMP button for approximately four seconds until the display blinks F and C.
Page 114 Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs: • If CAL is displayed while driving in the vehicle. • After approximately ﬁve seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (N for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic ﬁeld interfering with the compass.
Page 115 To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the COMP button for ﬁve seconds until a zone number appears in the display. 3. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display.
Page 116: Outside Power Mirror
Outside Power Mirror The outside power mirror control is located on the driver’s door. 1. Turn the knob toward the mirror you desire to adjust. 2. Move the control in the direction you want the mirror to go. 3. Adjust the mirror in all four directions so that you can see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle.
Page 117: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane, you could hit a vehicle. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Page 118 ® A complete OnStar User’s Guide and the Terms ® and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information, visit www.onstar.com or ® www.onstar.ca, contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or press the blue OnStar ®...
Page 119 ® OnStar Personal Calling ® As an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Calling capability allows you to make hands-free calls using a wireless system that is integrated into the vehicle. Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges.
Page 120 Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems, and home lighting.
Page 121: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote System Operation Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your Universal Home Remote Transmitter.
Page 122 5. Press and hold the newly-trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the Universal Home Remote button is pressed and released. To program the remaining two Universal Home Remote buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming Universal Home Remote.”...
Page 123: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner.
Page 124: Storage Areas
Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home Remote button. Do not release the button. 2.
Page 125: Overhead Console
Overhead Console Your vehicle may have this feature. The overhead console may include reading lamps, a Universal Home Remote, and a moonroof switch. See the following for more information: • Reading Lamps on page 3-18 • Universal Home Remote System on page 2-46 •...
Page 126: Luggage Carrier
Luggage Carrier CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along.
Page 127: Rear Floor Storage Lid
Rear Floor Storage Lid CAUTION: If any removable convenience item is not secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. Your vehicle has a rear cargo area with a removable storage lid.
Page 128: Cargo Tie Downs
To remove the cargo cover, do the following: 1. Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully roll it back up. 2. Squeeze one endcap and remove it from the pocket in the trim panel. 3. Remove the cargo cover from the other endcap so that you can remove the shade from the vehicle.
Page 129: Moonroof
Moonroof The vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding moonroof. The ignition must be on, or turned to ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active to operate it. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-21. The moonroof switch is located in the overhead console.
Page 130: Easy Exit Seat
To store the memory settings, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both of the outside mirrors, and the adjustable pedals, if equipped, to the desired position. 2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory control for three seconds.
Page 131 Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Windshield Washer ...3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...3-10 Headlamp Washer ...3-11 Cruise Control ...3-11...
Page 132 Section 3 Reduced Engine Power Light ...3-40 Highbeam On Light ...3-41 Service All-Wheel Drive Light ...3-41 Check Gages Warning Light ...3-41 Gate Ajar Light ...3-42 Fuel Gage ...3-42 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-43 Check Gas Cap Light ...3-43 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-43 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-44 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-47 DIC Vehicle Customization ...3-52...
Page 133 NOTES...
Page 134: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 135 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-24. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. C. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-98. D.
Page 136: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 137: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 3-7. • Headlamps. See Headlamps on page 3-14. • Headlamp High/Low Beam-Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8.
Page 138: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-98 and check for burned-out bulbs. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a turn signal ﬂasher is used.
Page 139: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. (Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it.
Page 140: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Windshield Washer): To spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield, press the windshield washer paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed. CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed.
Page 141: Headlamp Washer
To turn the rear wiper on, turn the control to either 1, 2, or 3. For delayed wiping, turn the control to 1 or 2. For steady wiping, turn the control to 3. To turn the wiper off, turn the control to 0. To wash the rear window, press the washer symbol located in the center of the control.
Page 142 With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off.
Page 143 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch brieﬂy from on to resume/accelerate.
Page 144: Headlamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
Page 145: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
(Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • License Plate Lamps • Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights.
Page 146: Fog Lamps
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems, so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay.
Page 147: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Turn the knob to adjust the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob all the way up to turn on the interior lamps. Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door unless the dome lamp override is pressed in. You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the instrument panel brightness control, located next to the exterior lamps knob, all the way up to the top detente...
Page 148: Entry Lighting
Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with entry lighting. When any door is opened, the dome lamps will come on as long as the dome override lamp override button is not pressed in. When all the doors are closed, the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then turn off automatically.
Page 149: Climate Controls
To use the outlet, remove the cover. Replace the cover when not in use. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adaptor fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets.
Page 150 (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed to the ﬂoor. Press the AUTO button, the mode button, the fan arrows, or either temperature knob to turn the system on. (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the ﬂoor, instrument panel, or windshield outlets.
Page 151: Automatic Operation
Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active, the system will control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, and the fan speed. Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode: 1. Press the AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation and air outlet mode will be automatically controlled.
Page 152 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the ﬂoor outlets. Some air also comes out of the defroster and side window outlets. The recirculation button cannot be selected in ﬂoor mode. (Recirculation): Press this button to turn recirculation mode on or off. When this button is pressed, an indicator light in the button will also come on to let you know that it is activated.
Page 153: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of moisture condensing on the cool window glass. This can be reduced if the climate control system is used properly. You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield.
Page 154: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel to direct the airﬂow. Operation Tips • Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Page 155: Climate Controls Personalization
Climate Controls Personalization Your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC). You can store and recall the climate control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and fan speed for two different drivers. The personal choice settings recalled are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle.
Page 156: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 157: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running.
Page 158: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind you and your passengers to buckle your safety belts. The driver safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more.
Page 159: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 160: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system, Your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator – United States Passenger Airbag Status Indicator – Canada When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
Page 161 Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.
Page 162: Charging System Light
Charging System Light 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. 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.
Page 163: Brake System Warning Light
Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Page 164: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 165: Stabilitrak ® Service Light
® StabiliTrak Service Light This light will come on brieﬂy when the engine is started. This light will come on if a problem is detected in the ® StabiliTrak system. For more information see StabiliTrak page 4-9. StabiliTrak During most driving conditions, this light will not come on.
Page 166: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 167: If The Light Is Flashing
Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 168: If The Light Is On Steady
If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap.
Page 169: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage United States The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range.
Page 170: Security Light
Security Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn the key toward START. ® See PASS-Key III Operation on page 2-18 for additional information regarding the security light. Cruise Control Light If equipped, the cruise control light appears whenever you set your cruise control.
Page 171: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Service All-Wheel Drive Light This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it is working.
Page 172: Gate Ajar Light
Gate Ajar Light If this light comes on, your liftgate or liftglass is not completely shut. Close the liftgate or liftglass. Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open. 3-42 Fuel Gage United States When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining.
Page 173: Low Fuel Warning Light
• The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up. • The gage doesn’t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition. Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on brieﬂy when you are starting the engine.
Page 174: Dic Operation And Displays
(Hazard): Press this button to turn the hazard warning ﬂashers on and off. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6 for more information. (Customization): Press this button to access the vehicle settings menu and customize the personal settings on your vehicle. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-52 for more information.
Page 175: Trip Information Button
Fuel Used: Press the fuel information button until FUEL USED appears on the display. This mode shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used since the last reset of this menu item. To reset the fuel used information, press and hold the select button for one second while FUEL USED is displayed.
Page 176: Select Button
Trip B: Press the trip information button until TRIP B appears on the display. This mode shows the current distance traveled since the last reset for TRIP B in either miles or kilometers. To reset TRIP A or TRIP B information, press and hold the select button for one second while in one of the trip modes.
Page 177: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Have the electrical system checked by your Saab dealer as soon as possible. See Voltmeter Gage on page 3-32. Press the select button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display.
Page 178: Driver Door Ajar
DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver’s door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstacles, and close the door again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC.
Page 179: Ice Possible
Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your Saab dealer. See Engine Oil on page 5-16. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR If the passenger’s door is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime.
Page 180: Rear Access Open
If the SERVICE STABILITRAK message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You should see your Saab dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to drive, however, you do not have the beneﬁt of StabiliTrak speed and drive accordingly.
Page 181: Tighten Fuel Cap
STABILITRAK ACTIVE The STABILITRAK ACTIVE message will be displayed anytime the system activates to maintain vehicle stability. Any combination of engine speed management, brake traction control, and stability control will display the STABILITRAK ACTIVE message on the DIC. STABILITRAK NOT READY The STABILITRAK NOT READY message may be displayed if driving conditions delay system initialization.
Page 182: Dic Vehicle Customization
TRACTION CONTROL OFF The TRACTION CONTROL OFF message will be displayed when you momentarily press the StabiliTrak button located on the transmission shift handle. In this mode, stability control and the brake-traction control are functional. Engine speed management will be modiﬁed and the driven wheels can spin more freely.
Page 183 LOCK DOORS: WITH SPEED: The doors will lock when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) for three seconds. Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature.
Page 184: Unlock Feedback
LOCK FEEDBACK: OFF: There will be no feedback when locking the vehicle. LOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS: The parking lamps will ﬂash each time you press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. LOCK FEEDBACK: HORN: The horn will chirp the second time you press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 185 • HEADLAMP DELAY: 2 MIN • HEADLAMP DELAY: 3 MIN • HEADLAMP DELAY: OFF The amount of time you choose will be the amount of time that the headlamps stay on after you turn off the vehicle. If you choose OFF, the headlamps will turn off as soon as you turn off the vehicle.
Page 186 Curb View Press the customization button until CURB VIEW: OFF appears in the display. To select your preference for curb view, press the select button while CURB VIEW: OFF is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: CURB VIEW: OFF (default): The passenger’s outside mirror will not be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE (R).
Page 187 Language Press the customization button until LANGUAGE: ENGLISH appears in the display. To select your preference for display language, press the select button while LANGUAGE: ENGLISH is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following languages: •...
Page 188: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2. By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s audio system, you can use it with less effort, as well as take advantage of its features.
Page 189: Setting The Time
Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving. While your vehicle is parked: • Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. • Familiarize yourself with its operation. • Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
Page 190: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name.
Page 191: Finding A Station
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Page 192: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2.
Page 193: Radio Messages
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release this knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, push and release the speaker knob until FADE appears on the display.
Page 194 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signl Loss of signal Loading Acquiring channel audio (after four second delay) Off Air Channel not in service CH Unavl Channel no longer...
Page 195 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Lock Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Check XM...
Page 196: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off, ﬁrst press the eject button or the DISP knob. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player.
Page 197 (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON will appear on the display. Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play. RDM OFF will appear on the display. SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or the previous track.
Page 198: Mp3 Format
Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3 ﬁles are recorded on a CD-R disc. • Make sure to ﬁnalize the disc when burning an MP3 disc, using multiple sessions. It is usually better to burn the disc all at once.
Page 199 When the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio ﬁles, but no folders, all ﬁles will be located under the root folder. The folder down and the folder up buttons will search playlists (Px) ﬁrst and then go to the root folder.
Page 200 If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD will start to play where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display.
Page 201 (Random): To random the tracks in the current folder or playlist, press and release this pushbutton. FLDR RDM will appear on the display. Once all of the tracks in the current folder or playlist have been played the system will move on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the tracks in random order.
Page 202 (Information): INFO will appear on the display whenever a current track has ID3 tag information. Press this button to display the artist name and album contained in the tag. INFO will disappear from the display when the information in the ID3 tag has ﬁnished. BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing.
Page 203: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous Untied States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming.
Page 204 NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed. To turn automatic volume off, press this button until AVOL OFF appears on the display. Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped).
Page 205: Setting The Tone (Bass/Treble)
1-6 (Preset Pushbuttons): Press this button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps:...
Page 206: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release this knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, push and release the tone knob until FADE appears on the display.
Page 207 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signl Loss of signal Loading Acquiring channel audio (after four second delay) Off Air Channel not in service CH Unavl Channel no longer...
Page 208 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Lock Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Check XM...
Page 209 Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. When a CD is inserted, READING and the CD symbol will appear on display.
Page 210 To insert multiple CDs, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press and hold the LOAD button for two seconds. You will hear a beep and the indicator light, located to the right of the slot, will begin to ﬂash and LOAD # will appear on the display.
Page 211 If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD will be automatically pulled back into the player. If CD is pushed back into the player, before the 25 second time period is complete, the player will sense an error and will try to eject the CD several times before stopping.
Page 212: Using Song List Mode
SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD.
Page 213 3. Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow to locate the track to be saved. the track will begin to play. 4. Press and hold the song list button to save the track into memory.
Page 214: Navigation/Radio System
If a CD is ejected, and the song list contains saved tracks from that CD, those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list. Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the list. To end song list mode, press the song list button.
Page 215: Parental Control
Parental Control This button is located behind the video screen. Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to freeze the video and mute the audio. The video screen will display Parental Control ON and the power indicator light on the DVD player will ﬂash.
Page 216: Stereo Rca Jacks
Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: 1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment door located on the left side of the headphone earpiece. 2. Replace the two AAA batteries in the compartment. Make sure that they are installed correctly, using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment.
Page 217: Dvd Player
Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be heard through the following possible sources: • Wireless Headphones • Vehicle Speakers • Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat Audio system (if equipped) The RSE system will always transmit the audio signal by infrared to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available.
Page 218 The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code for the country that the vehicle was sold in. The DVD region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs. Standard audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, Video CD and Photo CD/CD-R media are fully supported by this DVD player.
Page 219 (Main DVD Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. Use the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu. After making a selection press the enter button. This button only operates when playing a DVD.
Page 220: Playing A Disc
Playing a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label side up into the loading slot. The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start, if the vehicle is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or when RAP is active.
Page 221: Remote Control Buttons
Remote Control Buttons (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD player on and off. (Title): Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD. (Menu Navigation Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu. (Set-up Menu): Press this button to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode, and dynamic range compression.
Page 222 1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter, title, and track number selection. 10 (Double Digit Entries): Press this button to select chapter, title, and track numbers greater than 9. Press this button before inputting the number. (Clear): Press this button within three seconds after inputting a number to clear the number(s).
Page 223 Battery Replacement To change the batteries, do the following: 1. Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control. 2. Replace the two AA batteries in the compartment. Make sure that they are installed correctly, using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment.
Page 224 Problem Recommended Action The remote control does Check to make sure there not work. is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window. Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly. The parental control button might have been turned on.
Page 225: Dvd Distortion
Problem Recommended Action I lost the remote and/or See your dealer for the headphones. assistance. The DVD is playing, but Check that the DVD there is no picture or player is in DVD mode. sound. The audio/video skips or The DVD or CD could be jumps.
Page 226: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to select and listen to any of the available radio sources: AM/FM, XM, CD, or DVD. However, a rear seat passenger cannot control a source selected on the radio by someone in the front of the vehicle.
Page 227: Theft-Deterrent Feature
SRCE (Source): Press this button to select an audio source: AM/FM, XM, CD, or DVD. The inactive CD, or DVD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. There are sources that are internal to the radio, such as AM/FM, and CD and other sources to radio that are external, such as XM™, DVD, and OnStar an external source has been selected, the rear seat passengers cannot select a different external source.
Page 228: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: SEEK : Press the forward or the back arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there. The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
Page 229: Radio Reception
Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
Page 230: Care Of The Cd And Dvd Player
Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. Fixed Mast Antenna The ﬁxed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged.
Page 231: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-3 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Braking ...4-6 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-7 Braking in Emergencies ...4-8 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...4-8 ® StabiliTrak System ...4-9 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...4-13 Steering ...4-14 Off-Road Recovery ...4-16...
Page 232: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-8. CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.”...
Page 233: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: •...
Page 234 It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 235: Control Of A Vehicle
Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Adding non-Saab accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 5-3.
Page 236: Braking
Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Adding non-Saab accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 5-3.
Page 237: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on.
Page 238: Braking In Emergencies
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Page 239: Stabilitrak ® System
® StabiliTrak System Your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak Stability Control (ESC) which combines antilock brake, traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions. Traction control activates when the controller senses ®...
Page 240 TRACTION CONTROL OFF - The driver can modify the engine speed management system by momentarily ® pressing the StabiliTrak button on the transmission ® shift handle. The StabiliTrak light will come on and TRACTION CONTROL OFF will be displayed. For vehicles without a DIC, the StabiliTrak will come on.
Page 241 ® StabiliTrak In this mode, both stability control and part of the traction control system are disabled. Your vehicle will still have brake-traction control, but will not be able to use the engine speed management system. You may still hear system noises as a result of the brake-traction control coming on.
Page 242 Vehicles with a DIC ® StabiliTrak DIC Message Indicator Light None Solid Traction Control Off Solid StabiliTrak Blinking StabiliTrak Solid Service StabiliTrak StabiliTrak Solid Not Ready 4-12 Vehicles without a DIC ® StabiliTrak Indicator Light Solid ® Solid ® Active Blinking ®...
Page 243: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) System
® Notice: If the StabiliTrak light comes on due to heavy braking and/or because the traction control system has been continuously active, do not allow the wheel(s) of one axle to spin excessively. If you do, you may be causing damage to the transfer case. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Page 244: Steering
Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Adding non-Saab accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 5-3.
Page 245: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 246: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 247 • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 248: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems — brakes, steering, and acceleration — do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked.
Page 249: Off-Road Driving
Off-Road Driving Your vehicle does not have features like added ground clearance, special underbody shielding, and a transfer case low gear range, things that are necessary for extended or severe off-road service. You should not drive off-road unless you are on a level, solid surface. Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
Page 250: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little.
Page 251 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 252: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Page 253: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
Page 254: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 255: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you are not fresh — such as after a day’s work — do not plan to make too many miles that ﬁrst part of the journey.
Page 256: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in ﬂat or rolling terrain. 4-26 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
Page 257 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 258: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Also see Tires on page 5-56. 4-28 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 259 What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°F (0°C), and freezing rain begins to fall.
Page 260: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: •...
Page 261 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 262: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 263: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 264 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-56 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-62. There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 265 Example 1 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) Available Occupant and Cargo Weight Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Example 2 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) for Example 2 Subtract Occupant...
Page 266 Example 3 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) Available Cargo Weight 4-36 Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight.
Page 267 Certiﬁcation/Tire Label A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation/Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label shows the size of your vehicle’s original tires and the inﬂation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
Page 268 Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and capacity weights. Please note your vehicle’s Certiﬁcation/Tire label or consult your dealer for additional details. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 269: Towing
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-4. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 270 Overload Protection The air suspension system is equipped with overload protection. Overload protection is designed to protect the air suspension system, and it is an indicator to the driver that the vehicle is overloaded. When the overload protection mode is on, it will not allow damage to the air compressor.
Page 271: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all.
Page 272: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
Page 273: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Vehicle AWD (L6 Engine) AWD (V8 Engine) The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversion. The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet.
Page 274 The trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight, up to a maximum or 400 lbs (181 kg) with a weight carrying hitch. The trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight, up to a maximum of 750 lbs (340 kg) with a weight distributing hitch.
Page 275 The weight at the rear axle could be 850 lbs (386 kg) X 1.5 = 1,275 lbs (578 kg). Since the rear axle already weighs 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg), adding 1,275 lbs (578 kg) brings the total to 3,975 lbs (1 803 kg). This is very close to, but within the limit for RGAWR as well.
Page 276: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches (A) Body to Ground Distance, (B) Front of Vehicle When using a weight-distributing hitch, the hitch must be adjusted so the distance (A) remains the same both before and after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle.
Page 277: Driving With A Trailer
Your trailer’s brake system can tap into the vehicle’s hydraulic brake system only if: • The trailer parts can withstand 3,000 psi (20 650 kPa) of pressure. • The trailer’s brake system will use less than 0.02 cubic inch (0.3 cc) of ﬂuid from your vehicle’s master cylinder.
Page 278: Following Distance
Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connection, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working.
Page 279: Making Turns
Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 280: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills CAUTION: You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 281: Trailer Wiring Harness
If your vehicle is not equipped with the heavy-duty trailer connector, you can purchase one from your Saab dealer. The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: •...
Page 282 NOTES 4-52...
Page 283: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ...5-3 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling the Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10...
Page 284 Section 5 Buying New Tires ...5-67 Different Size Tires and Wheels ...5-68 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-69 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-70 Wheel Replacement ...5-70 Tire Chains ...5-72 Accessory Inﬂator ...5-72 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-74 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...5-76 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ...5-78...
Page 285: Service
Your Saab dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine Saab Accessories. When you go to your Saab dealer and ask for Saab Accessories, you will know that Saab-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine Saab Accessories.
Page 286: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. • Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 287: Fuel
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive, commonly referred to as spark knock.
Page 288: Additives
Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. In most cases, you should not have to add anything to your fuel.
Page 289: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. We recommend against the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected.
Page 290: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Page 291 CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop.
Page 292: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: •...
Page 293: Hood Release
Hood Release 1. To open the hood, ﬁrst pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle under the instrument panel on the driver’s side. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood latch up and to the right to release it, then lift the hood.
Page 294: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4.2L L6 engine, here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 295 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-29. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-36. D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-35.
Page 296 When you open the hood on the 5.3L V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-14...
Page 297 A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-29. B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-36. D. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-16.
Page 298: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
Page 299 If the oil is below the cross-hatched area (L) for the L6 engine or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick for the V8 engine, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 300: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle.
Page 301: Engine Oil Life System
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below 20°F ( 29°C), it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures.
Page 302: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and ﬁlter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message being turned on, reset the system.
Page 303: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. When to Inspect Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the ﬁrst oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information.
Page 304: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid A good time to check your automatic transmission ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 6-6, and be sure to use the transmission ﬂuid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Page 305 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 306: Engine Coolant
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Add ﬂuid only after checking the transmission ﬂuid while it is hot. A cold check is used only as a reference. If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Page 307: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 308: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD, or a little higher.
Page 309: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for information on location. Engine Overheating You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel.
Page 310: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • Climb a long hill on a hot day.
Page 311: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: 4.2L L6 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan 5.3L V8 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C.
Page 312 The coolant level should be at least up to the FULL COLD mark. If it is not, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 313 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more information.
Page 314: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 315 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. ® coolant 4. Then ﬁll the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark.
Page 316: Engine Fan Noise
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator ﬁller neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL through the ﬁller neck until the level reaches the base of the ﬁller neck.
Page 317: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 318: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a ﬂuid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 319: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 320: Checking Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. Look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir. The ﬂuid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark.
Page 321: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving, except when you are pushing on the brake pedal ﬁrmly.
Page 322: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system —...
Page 323: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: •...
Page 324 Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3.
Page 325 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
Page 326 8. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 327 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( ) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( ) Terminals C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.
Page 328: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 329: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 330: Front Axle
Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 331: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if it is difficult to see the lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers ﬂash their high-beam headlamps at you (for vertical aim).
Page 332: Halogen Bulbs
Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 5-50 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps Halogen Bulb Replacement A.
Page 333 To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11 for more information. 2. Lift the two headlamp retaining clips to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle. 3. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle. 4.
Page 334: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps A. Back-up C. Stoplamp/Taillamp B. Turn Signal D. Sidemarker 5-52 To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate/Liftglass on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Remove the screws from the taillamp assembly.
Page 335: Replacement Bulbs
6. Press a new bulb into the bulb socket. 7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure. 8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly into the vehicle and tighten the two screws. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-Up Lamp Front Parking, Turn Signal Lamp Front/Rear Sidemarker...
Page 336 1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position. A. Blade Assembly D. Blade Pivot B. Arm Assembly E. Hook Slot C. Locking Tab F. Arm Hook 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab.
Page 337: Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots. A. Claw in Notch B. Correct Installation C. Incorrect Installation 6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot.
Page 338: Tires
If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Saab Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner Manual.
Page 339: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description.
Page 340 Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail.
Page 341: Tire Size
Tire Size The following examples show the different parts of a tire size. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S.
Page 342: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
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 kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories.
Page 343 Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Maximum Inﬂation Pressure: The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire may be inﬂated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inﬂation pressure for that tire.
Page 344: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards): A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-69.
Page 345: How To Check
A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s door latch. This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they are cold. The recommended cold tire inﬂation pressure, shown on the label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle’s maximum load carrying capacity.
Page 346 High Speed Operation CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed.
Page 347: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-66 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-70 for more information.
Page 348: When It Is Time For New Tires
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33, for an example of the label and its location on your vehicle. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
Page 349: Buying New Tires
Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, Saab strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating. This way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety, during normal use, as the original tires.
Page 350: Different Size Tires And Wheels
You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use Saab speciﬁc wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a Saab certiﬁed technician.
Page 351: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
Page 352: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 353: Used Replacement Wheels
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new original equipment parts.
Page 354: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.
Page 355 To use the accessory inﬂator, do the following: 1. Attach the appropriate nozzle adapter to the end of the hose if required. CAUTION: Inﬂating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inﬂator instructions, and inﬂate any object only to its recommended pressure.
Page 356: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly.
Page 357: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’s hazard warning ﬂashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6 for more information. CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous.
Page 358: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you will need is stored under the rear seat on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Rear Seat Operation on page 1-6 for more information. To release the jack from its holder, turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head.
Page 359 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate/Liftglass on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Attach the wheel wrench (A) to the extension (C). 3. Insert the socket end of the extension (C) on a 45 degree angle downward into the hoist drive shaft hole.
Page 360: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
5. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable when the tire has been completely lowered, and pull it through the wheel opening. 6. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. Notice: If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled, you could damage your vehicle.
Page 361 Front Position A. Front Frame D. Extension(s) /Rear Axle E. Wheel Wrench B. Jack C. Handle 4. Place the jack in the appropriate position nearest the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed.
Page 362 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. 5-80 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 363 8. Place the spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel.
Page 364 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 365: Secondary Latch System
Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. For the secondary latch to work, the tire must be stored with the valve stem pointing up.
Page 366 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: 1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible. If it is not visible, proceed to Step 6. 2. If visible, ﬁrst try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice.
Page 367 9. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. 10. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while ﬁrmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand.
Page 368: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. CAUTION: The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing up.
Page 369 Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted ﬂat or spare tire. A. Wheel Wrench B. Hoist Shaft C. Extension D. Retainer E. Spare or Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Up) 1. Put the tire (E) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle.
Page 370: Spare Tire
7. Return the equipment to the proper location in the vehicle as shown next. A. Handle D. Extension B. Wheel Wrench E. Knob C. Instruction Label F. Wheel Blocks and Jack 1. Attach the handle (A), wheel wrench (B) and extension (D) in the slots provided.
Page 371: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from your upholstery.
Page 372: Fabric/Carpet
Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. • Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s interior surfaces.
Page 373: Leather
If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness ﬁrst. If the locally cleaned area gives any impression that a ring formation may result, clean the entire surface.
Page 374: Care Of Safety Belts
Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your Saab dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-96. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives.
Page 375: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. You can get Saab-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-96. If your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint ﬁnish, the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
Page 376: Windshield, Backglass, And Wiper Blades
The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only Saab-approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. 5-94 Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water.
Page 377: Tires
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your Saab dealer. Larger areas of ﬁnish damage can be corrected in your Saab dealer’s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody.
Page 378: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil, Remover and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner Use on chrome or and Polish stainless steel. White Sidewall Removes soil and black Tire Cleaner marks from whitewalls.
Page 379: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 380: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 381: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. L6 Engine 5-99...
Page 382 Fuses Electronically Controlled Air Suspension Passenger’s Side Headlamp High Beam Passenger’s Side Headlamp Low Beam Trailer Back-Up Driver’s Side Headlamp High Beam Driver’s Side Headlamp Low Beam Washer Automatic Transfer Case Windshield Washer Powertrain Control Module B Fog Lamps Stoplamp Cigar Lighter Electric Adjustable Pedals Ignition B...
Page 383 J-Case Fuses Usage Trailer Anti-lock Brake System Ignition A Driver’s Side Headlamp Blower Motor Trailer Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger’s Side Headlamp Relays Usage Headlamp Washer Rear Windshield Washer Fog Lamps Horn Fuel Pump Windshield Washer Relays Usage High-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Cooling Fan Headlamp Driver Module Starter...
Page 384 V8 Engine 5-102...
Page 385 Fuses Usage Electrically Controlled Air Suspension Passenger’s Side Headlamp High-Beam Passenger’s Side Headlamp Low-Beam Trailer Back-Up Driver’s Side Headlamp High-Beam Driver’s Side Headlamp Low-Beam Washer Automatic Transfer Case Windshield Washer Powertrain Control Module B Fog Lamps Stoplamp Cigarette Lighter Ignition Coils Transmission Control Module/Canister Ignition B...
Page 386 J-Case Fuses Trailer Turn Signal, Stoplamp Trailer Anti-lock Brake System Ignition A Blower Motor Driver’s Side Headlamp Passenger’s Side Headlamp Vehicle Stability Enhancement System (StabiliTrak Relays Headlamp Washer Rear Window Washer Fog Lamps Horn 5-104 Usage Relays ® Usage Usage Fuel Pump Windshield Washer High-Beam Headlamp...
Page 387: Rear Underseat Fuse Block
Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear underseat fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, under the second row seat. Pull the seat cushion forward to access the fuse block. 5-105...
Page 388 Fuses Right Door Control Module Left Door Control Module Endgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Blank Blank Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Rear Wiper Driver Door Module Ampliﬁer Passenger Door Module Blank Left Rear Parking Lamps Blank Vehicle Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp 5-106 Usage...
Page 389 Fuses Usage Vehicle Stop Transmission Control Module Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning B Front Parking Lamps Rear Left Turn Signal Heat, Ventilation, Air Conditioning 1 Front Right Turn Signal Radio Trailer Park Rear Right Turn Signal Fuses Usage Blank Auxiliary Power 1 Blank Ignition 0 Not Used...
Page 390: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Application Cooling System 4.2L L6 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Engine Oil with Filter 4.2L L6 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Fuel Tank AWD Transfer Case Lubricant...
Page 391 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12...
Page 392: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty.
Page 393 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured.
Page 394: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL DIC message comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-47. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year.
Page 395 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-16. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-19. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 396: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 397: Maintenance Footnotes
Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (l). Maintenance Footnotes (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc.
Page 398 (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 399: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability, and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Page 400: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
Page 401: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). •...
Page 402: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Engine Oil Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
Page 403 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol meeting Latch, Pivots, requirements of NLGI #2, Category Spring Anchor, LB or GC-LB. and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges, Body Door Hinge Pins, Liftgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hinge and (Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Linkage, Canada 10953474).
Page 404: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part Automatic Transmission Filter Kit Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 4.2 L L6 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Spark Plugs 4.2L L6 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Wiper Blades...
Page 405: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 406 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 407 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-17...
Page 408 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-18...
Page 409: Customer Assistance And Information
Collision Damage Repair ...7-7 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to Saab ...7-10 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-11...
Page 410: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Saab. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 411: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your Saab ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including an electronic version of this owner manual (United States only).
Page 412: Roadside Assistance Program
Gas delivery • Battery jump starting If it is necessary to tow your disabled Saab, it will be taken to the nearest authorized Saab dealer, whenever possible. The cost of towing will be covered by Roadside Assistance if necessitated by a mechanical breakdown covered under the New Car Limited Warranty.
Page 413: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Remember, we are only a phone call away. Roadside Assistance: 1-800-852-9001 Travel Planning The Saab Roadside Assistance Program also makes available a variety of trip planning information: • Highway maps •...
Page 414: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. Saab will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: •...
Page 415: Collision Damage Repair
Genuine Saab Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine Saab parts can help maintain your Saab New Vehicle Warranty.
Page 416 Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you assure your vehicle will be repaired with Saab original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier.
Page 417 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, Saab recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there.
Page 418: Reporting Safety Defects
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to Saab In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify Saab. Please call the Saab Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-955-9007, or write: Saab Cars USA, Inc.
Page 419: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service Saab cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your Saab dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483).
Page 420: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model Saab 9-7x vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM...
Page 421 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 5-3 Accessory Inﬂator ... 5-72 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 3-18 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-66 Additives, Fuel ... 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-98 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ... 2-22 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 5-21 Air Conditioning ...
Page 422 Appearance Care (cont.) Tires ... 5-95 Underbody Maintenance ... 5-95 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ... 5-96 Washing Your Vehicle ... 5-92 Weatherstrips ... 5-92 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ... 5-94 Audio System(s) ... 3-58 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 3-98 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...
Page 423 California Fuel ... 5-5 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 5-3 Canadian Owners ... ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations ... 5-108 Carbon Monoxide ... 2-13, 2-30, 4-28, 4-41 Care of Safety Belts ... 5-92 Your CD and DVD Player ... 3-100 Your CDs and DVDs ... 3-99 Cargo Cover ...
Page 424 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... 7-3 Customer Assistance Offices ... 7-3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... 7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to Saab ... 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ... 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...
Page 425 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ... 5-98 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-99 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-98 Headlamps ... 5-98 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 5-98 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ... 5-105 Windshield Wiper Fuses ... 5-98 Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System ...
Page 426 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-99 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-98 Rear Underseat Fuse Block ... 5-105 Windshield Wiper ... 5-98 Gage Check Gages Warning Light ... 3-41 Engine Coolant Temperature ... 3-36 Fuel ... 3-42 Oil Pressure ... 3-39 Speedometer ...
Page 427 Hill and Mountain Roads ... 4-26 Hood Checking Things Under ... 5-10 Release ... 5-11 Horn ... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ... 1-13 Ignition Positions ... 2-20 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-29 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...
Page 428 Light (cont.) Safety Belt Reminder ... 3-28 Security ... 3-40 Service All-Wheel-Drive ... 3-41 ® StabiliTrak Indicator ... 3-35 ® StabiliTrak Service ... 3-35 Lighting Entry ... 3-18 Exit ... 3-18 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ... 4-8 Loading Your Vehicle ... 4-33 Lockout Protection ...
Page 429 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass ... 2-37 Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display ... 2-38 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar and Compass ... 2-33 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display ... 2-34 Manual Rearview Mirror with Compass ... 2-31 Outside Convex Mirror ...
Page 430 Park (P) Shifting Into ... 2-28 Shifting Out of ... 2-29 Parking Brake ... 2-27 Over Things That Burn ... 2-29 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ... 3-30 Passenger Sensing System ... 1-61 Passing ... 4-16 ® PASS-Key III ... 2-18 ®...
Page 431 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-76 Replacement Bulbs ... 5-53 Replacement, Windshield ... 5-53 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ... 7-10 Saab ... 7-10 United States Government ... 7-10 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ... 1-67 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...
Page 432 Safety Warnings and Symbols ... iii Scheduled Maintenance ... 6-4 Seats Head Restraints ... 1-5 Heated Seats ... 1-3 Memory ... 2-55 Power Lumbar ... 1-2 Power Reclining Seatbacks ... 1-4 Power Seats ... 1-2 Rear Seat Operation ... 1-6 Secondary Latch System ...
Page 433 Tachometer ... 3-27 Taillamps Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps ... 5-52 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ... 3-97 Theft-Deterrent Systems ... 2-16 Content Theft-Deterrent ... 2-16 ® PASS-Key III ... 2-18 ® PASS-Key III Operation ... 2-18 Throttle, Adjustable ... 2-22 Tilt Wheel ...
Page 434 Vehicle Control ... 4-5 Damage Warnings ... iv Loading ... 4-33 Symbols ... iv Vehicle Customization, DIC ... 3-52 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ... 7-6 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ... 5-97 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ... 5-97 Vehicle Personalization ...

Saab 2006 9-7X Owner's Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Safety Belts

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Onstar System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Vehicle Personalization

Moonroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Axle

Front Axle

Bulb Replacement

Headlamp Aiming

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Windshield Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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