Changing Gears; Manual Transmission - Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual

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Manual transmission

Clutch interlock
To start the car, the clutch pedal must be
depressed.
When changing gear, fully depress the
clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It
is inadvisable to drive with your hand resting
on the gear lever, as this can increase the
wear on the gearbox.
Before reverse (R) can be engaged, you
must lift the ring underneath the gear knob.
NOTICE
When reverse gear is to be engaged,
the car must be at a standstill with
the accelerator fully released.
Gear positions
Starting and driving 161