2002 Saab 9 3 Owners Manual

Car care

Two-coat enamel As the name implies, two-coat enamel is applied in two operations. The first coat, the base color, contains the pigment, metal flakes and binder. The second coat consists of a clear enamel, which provides the final gloss for the paintwork and protects the base from moisture and environmental con- taminants. Touch-up stone-chip damage as follows: 1 Thoroughly clean the damaged area. 2 Then apply the primer, base color, and finally, the enamel. To achieve the best finish, apply two or three coats of primer.

Anti-corrosion treatment The entire car is corrosion-protected at the factory in different stages by an electrolytic immersion coating and a polyester-based protective coating to protect against corro- sion caused by stones flung up by the wheels. A thin penetrating anti-rust oil is also applied in cavities and body members. In addition to conventional anti-corrosion treatment like painting, underbody treat- ment and cavity treatment, most of the body panel surfaces are galvanized. These include the hood, the doors and the under- body. The anti-corrosion treatment on the under- side of the car and inside the wheel arches is particularly exposed to constant wear and possible damage, the degree of which will obviously depend on driving conditions.

Surface-treatment composition 1 Body panel 2 Zinc (certain parts) 7.5 µm 3 Phosphate coating 4 Cathodic ED 28 µm 5 Intermediate coat 35 µm 6 Metallic base/solid base15 µm 7 Clear enamel 40 µm

Preventive maintenance The following procedures are necessary to help protect against rusting. Refer also to the terms and conditions of the Performa- tion Limited Warranty described in the war- ranty booklet. 1 Wash the car frequently, and wax at least twice a year. Under adverse con- ditions, where there is a rapid buildup of dirt, sand or road salt, wash your car at least once a week. After extreme expo- sure to salted snow or slush, evidenced by a white film on the car, wash the car immediately. Frequent washing will pre- vent paint damage from acid rain and other airborne contaminants such as tree sap and bird droppings. If any of these contaminants are noticed on the car the finish should be washed immedi- ately. (cid:127) Begin washing by rinsing the entire car with water to loosen and flush off heavy concentrations of dirt (include the underbody).

(cid:127) Sponge the car with a solution of either a good quality car soap or mild general purpose (dish washing) detergent and water.

(cid:127) Rinse car thoroughly with clean water. (cid:127) After washing, check and clear all drains in doors and body panels.

(cid:127) Wipe the car dry, preferably using a

chamois.

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2 Clean the underside of the car during the winter. Use high pressure water to clean the car’s underside (floor panels, wheel wells) at least at mid-winter and in the spring.

3 Inspect the car frequently for leaks or

damage, and arrange for needed repairs promptly. After washing or after heavy rain, check for leaks. When washing the car inspect body surfaces for paint damage. While checking for leaks, lift the floor mats and check underneath them. Water can collect in these areas and remain for prolonged periods. Dry any wet areas including the floor mats. Have leaks repaired as soon as possible. Use touch-up paint to repair small scratches or minor finish damage. Areas where metal is exposed will rust quickly and MUST be repaired immediately by touch-up or professional repainting. Rust must be removed, the bare metal primed and painted. Major body damage should be repaired immediately and new panels or exposed areas should be undercoated with anti- corro- sion material. Repairs of this type are the owner’s responsibility and are not covered under warranty.

Drainage holes in doors

What causes rust? Steel body panels of automobiles are sub- ject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to penetrate the protective finish. Body panels may rust through if the process is unchecked. Rusting can occur wherever water is trapped or where the car’s panels are continuously damp. Damage to paint and undercoating by stones, gravel and minor crashes immedi- ately exposes metal to air and moisture. Road salts used for de-icing will collect on the bottom of the car and promote rusting. Areas of the country with high humidity have a greater potential for rust problems, espe- cially where salt is used on roads or there is moist sea air. Industrial pollution (fallout) may also damage paint and promote rust- ing.

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Inspect the undercoating and touch up if necessary. Pay particular attention to the fenders and wheel housings, which are exposed to abrasion by flying gravel, etc. If the composition has worn or flaked off, the steel must be thoroughly cleaned and dried before a fresh coat is applied. The cleaning is best done with a scraper and a steel wire brush, followed by washing with solvent. Apply the new coating thinly, otherwise it may run off or fall off when dry.

Approximately 90% of the materials in the car can be recycled or recovered, where facilities exist. Before the car is scrapped, all the oils and other fluids that could pollute the environ- ment should be recovered from the car. It may be of interest in this context to learn that the refrigerant used in the Saab 9-3’s A/C and ACC systems (R134a) contains neither CFCs nor any other chlorine compounds

Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials A typical car consists of metals (65–75%), plastics (10–15%), rubber (5%) and small quantities of glass, wood, paper and tex- tiles. Some of these materials can be recycled, while others can be recovered in chemical processes for reuse in new products or as a source of energy. While the Saab 9-3 was still at the draw- ing-board stage, Saab engineers were giving serious consideration to how the maximum quantity of materials could be reclaimed from the car on its eventual scrapping. To facilitate sorting, plastic parts, for instance, have been marked to identify the precise nature of the plastic.

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Polyamide (plastic) Polycarbonate (plastic) Polyethylene

ABS Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene ASA Acrylonitrile-styrene (acrylic plastic) EPDM Ethylene-propylene rubber PA PC PE PMMA Polymethyl methacrylate POM Acetal plastic PPO Polyphenylene oxide (plastic) PP Polypropylene PUR Polyurethane PVC Polyvinyl chloride

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1 A-pillar trim: PC/ABS. 2 Windshield trim: PP, PP/EPDM. 3 Seals: EPDM. 4 Rear-window casing PUR. 5 Trim panel ABS. 6 C/D-pillar trim PP. 7 Rear light cluster: PMMA. 8 Corner filler panel PPO/PA. 9 Rear bumper

Expanded PP core PP/EPDM sheathing.

10 Fuel tank PE. 11 Side-window casing:

PP/EPDM.

12 Side trim PVC. 13 A-pillar upholstery textile trim: polyester. 14 Rearview mirror: ABS. 15 Sill scuff plate: PP/EPDM. 16 Wheel-arch liner: PP. 17 Wheel cover: PA. 18 Direction-indicator lamp lens: PMMA. 19 Front spoiler: PP/EPDM. 20 Front bumper,

cellular core, expanded PP, sheathing: PP/EPDM.

21 Fan shroud: PP. 22 Radiator grille: ABS. 23 Washer-fluid reservoir: PE. 24 Cowl trim: PC/ASA.

Fault diagnosis If a fault occurs in the A/C system, there are a number of checks you can perform your- self. If the fault persists, however, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Important! When the A/C system is in operation, mois- ture from the air will condense on the evap- orator. When the car is then parked, this condensation will drip off the evaporator and form a small pool of water on the ground. This is normal. The warmer the ambient air and the higher the humidity, the greater the amount of condensation formed.

Inadequate cooling: a Make sure that the temperature and

air-distribution controls are in the appropriate settings, see page 81.

b Check that the condenser (forward of the radiator) has not become clogged with dirt and insects.

c Make sure that the drive belt for the com-

pressor is not slipping, see page 197.

d Check the fuses for the ventilation fans

and compressor, see page 208.

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Air conditioning (A/C system)

NOTE

(cid:127) The A/C system is designed for use

with R134a refrigerant.

(cid:127) Refrigerant handling requires special equipment and special procedures for charging and draining the system.

(cid:127) All repairs and adjustments on the A/C system must be carried out by a Saab dealer authorized for this kind of work.

(cid:127) Never mix R134a and R12 refriger-

ants.

WARNING

(cid:127) The A/C system is pressurized. Do not break any connections or undo A/C system components.

(cid:127) Escaping refrigerant gas can cause

visual impairment or other injury.

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(cid:127) Place the vehicle on a level pad or surface (cid:127) The vehicle should be unladen and fuel

tank full, and one person or 160 lbs. (75 kg) on the drivers seat

(cid:127) The vehicle should not have any snow, ice

or mud attached to it

(cid:127) Tires should be inflated to the prescribed

pressure

(cid:127) Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspen-

sion

Maintenance (cid:127) The drive belt for the compressor should be inspected under the regular service program.

(cid:127) Clean dirt and insects away from the con- denser and radiator to prevent clogging. When washing the car, use the hose to spray the radiator and condenser (located forward of the radiator) from both sides (both from the front of the car and from inside the engine bay). Do not use a pres- sure washer. Caution: Do not use the hose when the engine is hot.

Other than in extremely cold weather, do not cover the radiator, e.g. with screen netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capac- ity. Note: The A/C system will only operate when the outdoor temperature is above the freezing point (0°C, 32°F). Switch on the A/C system when the car stands in a warm place.

Headlight aiming

WARNING

Before checking/adjusting the headlight aiming, switch off the engine to avoid danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off.

The vehicle is equipped with vertical and horizontal aim indicators. The aim has been preset at the factory and should normally not need further adjustments. This is true even though your vertical and horizontal aim indi- cators may not fall exactly on the "0" (zero) marks on their scales. If your headlight is damaged in a crash, the headlight aim may be affected. If you believe your headlights need to be re-aimed, we recommend that you take it to your Saab dealer for service. However, it is possible for you to re-aim your headlights as described in the following procedure. To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows:

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Vertical adjustment A Vertical aiming device B Vertical aim level

Horizontal adjustment 1 Horizontal aim 2 Horizontal aiming device

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Open the hood and locate the vertical aim level (B) that you can see through the top of the headlight lens. If you find that the headlight needs adjust- ment follow these steps: 1 Locate the vertical aiming device (A) located behind and below the outer headlight assembly.

2 Turn the vertical aiming screw with a

0.24 in. (6 mm) Hexagonal Allen wrench until the bubble inside the level is cen- tered between the two red lines (zero). 3 Check the horizontal aim (1) and adjust

as necessary. The horizontal aiming device (2) is located behind the inner headlight assembly. Turn the horizontal aiming knob until the zero (0) line on the knob aligns with the zero mark on the graduation scale.

4 Recheck the vertical aim to make sure it

is still correct after the horizontal aim adjustment. Readjust as necessary.

NOTE

To make sure that your headlights are aimed properly read all instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlight parts or a not correctly aimed headlight.

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Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance schedule..... 230 Owner assistance ............ 231 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) ............................ 232 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian govern- ment ................................ 232

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Maintenance schedule The Maintenance Schedule prescribes a service program to the purchaser/operator of a Saab that is reasonable and necessary to ensure the proper emission control sys- tems function, safety and reliability of the Saab automobile in normal use. Additional maintenance is recommended for specific components when the car is operated under certain severe conditions. Proper mainte- nance is always a good practice! Authorized Saab dealers are equipped and trained to meet your Saab’s service needs. They regularly receive up-to-date Saab ser- vice manuals and parts and technical ser- vice bulletins from Saab and are able, through their franchise agreement, to attend Saab service schools, obtain Saab special tools and technical assistance and pur- chase original equipment service and replacement parts. Today’s complex automobiles should only be entrusted to the most knowledgeable service professionals. A Saab dealer is your best choice.

Service intervals The maintenance schedule is comprised of a Check -up 30 days after retail delivery, fol- lowed by services at every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) thereafter (10,000, 20,000, 30,000 miles/16,000 32,000, 48,000 km etc.).

NOTE

The Check-up will be done by your Saab dealer at no charge and should be done as close as possible to the scheduled 30 days.

Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the “Techni- cal data” section of this Owner’s Manual. The use of extra additives in the oil is not necessary and is not recommended, and may be harmful to turbochargers. More frequent oil changes are recom- mended if your vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions: (cid:127) Most trips are less than 5-10 miles (8-16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:127) Most trips include extensive idling (fre-

quent stop-and-go traffic).

(cid:127) Most trips are through dusty areas (such

as construction zones). If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applica- tions.

If your driving habits match this description, have the engine oil and filter changed in- between normal services at 5,000 mile (8,000 km) intervals. These conditions cause the engine oil to break down faster. The Warranties and Service Record Book- let has provisions to record extra oil changes.

(cid:127) Service record retention Service instruction coupons and record stubs are provided in the Saab Warranties and Service Record Booklet which accom- panies this Owner’s Manual. The coupons are arranged in the order that normal ser- vice should be performed. The edge of each coupon is shaded to correspond to the type of service point: (cid:127) Striped - "Check-up". (cid:127) Blue - Oil change/inspection service. (cid:127) Black - Major service. Note that in Canada a combined service and warranty book is used, but not service coupons. When scheduled services are performed, your dealer will tear out the applicable coupon and use it to check off the opera- tions performed and enter it into the service file at the dealership. The servicing dealer’s stamp, along with the date and mileage at which the service was done, should be entered on the corresponding stub which remains in your booklet. The booklet is your permanent record of the services per- formed. It also includes a log sheet for unscheduled repairs. It is advisable to retain receipts and, if pos- sible, copies of shop work orders for all ser- vice and repair work, wherever performed.

Service costs Dealer pricing practices and labor for ser- vice work vary. Saab’s recommended ser- vice times for each service point do not include the labor required to replace wear items, such as wiper blades, brake pads or tires. Nor is labor to perform other service or repairs found to be necessary as a result of the inspections included in these times. Additional labor and parts will be charged for such work when necessary, except as covered under an applicable Saab warranty or any optional extended service contract. Transmission fluid changes or suspension alignment, when necessary, are also addi- tional. Dealer charges for general shop material, regulated hazardous waste removal, recy- cling expenses or other operation costs may also be applied to service and repair invoices and are apt to vary by dealer and location.

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Maintenance and owner assistance Owner assistance Warranties and service problem assistance For complete information about all applica- ble warranties, including the New Car War- ranty, Perforation Warranty, Vehicle Emis- sion Warranty and Emission Perforation Warranty, consult the Warranties and Ser- vice Record Booklet which accompanies this Owner’s Manual. It also contains owner assistance information including Saab Roadside Assistance. If the booklet is lost or misplaced, a new one may be ordered through a Saab dealer or by contacting Saab. In the U.S. there is a national Customer Assistance Center at Saab Cars USA, Inc. The toll-free number to call from all 50 states is 1-800-955-9007. In Canada, please call the Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-263-1999. A list of authorized Saab sales and service dealers is available for those planning to travel in the United States and Canada. Canadian or U.S. travelers may call the Customer Assistance Center in the country in which they are traveling.

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Change of Address Notification (U.S. and Canada) Two change of address cards are provided at the end of the Warranties and Service Record Booklet. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you in the event of a recall or service campaign. Please help us keep our records up to date for your own peace of mind. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 car lines can be ordered through the dealer. These are comprehensive manuals on CD rom, geared to use by professional technicians. Consult your Saab dealer for prices for your model.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- fying Saab Cars USA, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424- 9393 (or 202/366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government If you live in Canada, and believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to Transport Canada at Box 8880, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3J2. In addition to notifying Transport Canada in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify us. In Canada, please call our Saab Customer Assistance Centre at 1-800-263- 1999. Or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7.

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Technical data Technical data General dimensions......... 234 Engine ............................... 237 Engine oil.......................... 237 Fuel.................................... 239 Engine variants ................ 239 Electrical system.............. 240 Drive belts......................... 240 Manual transmission ....... 240 Automatic transmission .. 240 Suspension....................... 241 Steering............................. 241 Brake system.................... 241 Rims and tires .................. 242 Plates and labels.............. 243

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General dimensions Overall length, with bumper(s):

Coupé/5-door/Convertible____________ 182.3" (4629 mm) Viggen __________________________ 182.7” (4639 mm) Overall width, including door mirrors _____ 76.2" (1936 mm) Maximum height ____________________ 56.2" (1428 mm) Maximum height when the soft top is being operated (Convertible) ______________

approx. 87" approx. 2200 mm Wheelbase ________________________ 102.6" (2605 mm) Track:

front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 57.2" (1452 mm) front, Viggen ______________________ 57.7” (1466 mm) rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 56.8" (1442 mm) rear, Viggen ______________________ 57.3” (1456 mm)

Ground clearance at max. weight _______ approx. 3.9"

(100 mm)

Number of occupants, incl. driver:

Coupé and 5-door _________________ 5
Convertible _______________________ 4

Turning circle:

measured at vehicle extremities _______ 36.4 ft. (11.1 m) curb to curb_______________________ 34.4 ft. (10.5 m)

Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

Maximum train weight (GVW + max. trailer weight)

Maximum axle load, front

Maximum axle load, rear

Permissible load (in addition to the driver) = GVW minus curb weight. The maximum permissible axle load, front or rear, must not be exceeded. The precise curb weight of the vehicle (weight ready for driving + driver á 154 lbs. (70 kg) and load capacity are specified in the vehicle registra- tion documents.

Chassis number plate in engine bay

Length of the trunk:

rear seat raised, Coupé- and 5-door car 37.0" (940 mm) rear seat lowered, Coupé- and 5-door car 67.2" (1705 mm)

Volume of trunk according to SAE:

with parcel shelf, Coupé- and 5-door car

15.9 cu.ft. (451 dm3)

Convertible, soft top up _____________

whole rear seat tipped forward, Coupé- and 5-door car _____________ 46.0 cu.ft. (1303 dm3) 12.5 cu.ft. (354 dm3) 10.1 cu.ft. (285 dm3)

Convertible, soft top down ___________

Weight ready for driving (i.e. with full fuel tank, washer- fluid reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel) Coupé ___________________________ 2980-3170 lbs. (1350-1440 kg) Viggen, Coupé ____________________ 3130-3160 lbs. (1420-1435 kg) 5-door ___________________________ 3020-3220 lbs. (1370-1460 kg)

Viggen, 5-door ____________________ 3170-3210 lbs (1440-1455 kg) Convertible _______________________ 3110-3300 lbs. (1410-1495 kg) Viggen, Convertible ________________ 3250-3260 lbs. (1475-1480 kg)

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Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

Coupé___________________________ 3930-4060 lbs. (1785-1840 kg)

Viggen, Coupé ____________________ 4060 lbs. (1840 kg) 5-door __________________________ 3980-4100 lbs. (1805-1860 kg)

Viggen, 5-door ____________________ 4100 lbs. (1860 kg) Convertible ______________________ 3940-4020 lbs. (1785-1825 kg)

Viggen, Convertible ________________ 3990 lbs. (1810 kg)

Maximum axle load

front ____________________________ 2300 lbs. (1045 kg) rear ____________________________ 1930 lbs. (875 kg)

Weight distribution:

Curb weight, front/rear ______________ approx. 62/38 % GVW, front/rear ___________________ approx. 58/42%

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Maximum permitted load in trunk

Trailer weights:

Trailer with brakes _________________ Max. 3500 lbs.

(1588 kg)

Trailer without brakes _______________ Max. 1000 lbs.

Recommended towbar-ball load ______

(450 kg) 110-165 lbs. (50-75 kg)

Maximum towing speed, trailer with brakes __________________________

62 mph (100 km/h)

The above max. weights and speed limit are those which Saab

Automobile AB permits. Note that the national rules may set lim- its to permitted weights and speed; see also page 173.

Coupé and 5-door at curb weight plus 4 passengers at 155 lbs. (70 kg) ______ 130 lbs. (60 kg) For each passenger less in the rear seat the load may be increased by 100 lbs. (45 kg) Convertible at curb weight and 3 passengers at 155 lbs. (70 kg) ______ 120 lbs. (55 kg) Coupé and 5-door at curb weight and rear seat right down ________________ 475 lbs. (215 kg)

WARNING

(cid:127) The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded.

Note that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are fitted, the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of these items.

(cid:127) When goods are being transported their security is important,

especially if the car is being used with the rear seat down.

Max. permitted roof load ____________ 220 lbs. (100 kg)

Engine Type _____________________________ 4 cyl, 2 overhead

camshafts, 16 valves and 2 bal- ancer shafts

Cylinder bores______________________ 3.54" (90 mm) Stroke:

2.0 Turbo_________________________ 3.071" (78 mm) Viggen __________________________ 3.543” (90 mm)

Swept volume:

2.0 Turbo_________________________ 121 cu.in. (1,985 dm3)

Viggen __________________________ 140 cu.in.

(2.290 dm3)

Idling speed _______________________ 900 rpm Antifreeze _________________________ Saab-approved

antifreeze

Coolant volume, cooling system ________ 8.7 qts. (8.5 l)

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Engine oil Oil recommendation:

We recommend the use of oils that are available from your Saab dealer, for regular oil changes. These oils fulfill the most stringent requirements set by API and ACEA classifications. Basic recommendations for Saab engines

SAE 5W-30 or 0W-30, 5W-40.

The oil should be semi or fully synthetic and fulfill grade re- quirements for ACEA A3/B3, API SJ or higher. In addition to API and ACEA the ILSAC GF-3 specification is approved for use in applicable markets. Fully synthetic oils with viscosity’s 0W-40/50 of well known brands and fulfilling minimum ACEA A3/B3 are also recom- mended, especially for extreme driving conditions.

(cid:127) Viscosity:

The viscosity of oil is classified according to the SAE standard. Nowadays, multigrade oils are always used in cars. The proper- ties of these oils facilitate starting the car in cold weather but mean that the oil is also viscous enough to coat all moving parts under high pressures and with high outside air temperatures. Multigrade oils are graded with two viscosity’s, e.g. 5W-30, where 5W meets certain viscosity requirements at -4°F (-20°C), while 30 fulfils requirements at 212°F (100°C).

Oil capacity inc. filter (on changing) _____

4.0 l

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Oil specification

Oil for gasoline engines is classified by the API (American Pe- troleum Institute) and ACEA (European Automobile Manufac- turers Associations) standards. API classifies engine oil into grade classes SH (since 1993) and SJ (since 1996). The SJ class fulfils more stringent require- ments and has lower phosphorous level. A new grade API SL, introduced 2001, fulfils even higher requirements. These grade classes are most often combined with correspond- ing classes for diesel engines. The class designations for diesel engines begins with the letter "C" (Commercial). For example a grade combination suitable for both types of engine could be API SH/CD, SJ/CF or SL/CF. Under the ACEA nomenclature, oils are divided into Class A for gasoline engines and Class B for diesel engine passenger cars. There is a further class for heavy diesel engines. Each class is divided into grades: 1,2 and 3 where grades 2 and 3 normally encompass semi- and fully synthetic oils. The diesel class also has a fourth grade, B4, which encompasses tests and regula- tions aimed at improving the performance of direct injection diesel engines. In the same way as in the API system, gasoline and diesel engine specifications are combined for products that can be used in both types of engine. For example, a grade designation could be ACEA A2/B2 or ACEA A3/B3, B4.

 Fuel Fuel-tank capacity __________________ 17 U.S. gal. (64 l) For optimum performance, we recommend

the following: 2.0 Turbo 185 bhp *) ________________ 90 AON, unleaded

gasoline, minimum 87 AON

2.0 Turbo 205 bhp and Viggen ________ 93 AON**),

unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 AON

*) Offered in Canada only **) If the car is filled with 90 AON gasoline and the outdoor temperature is above 77-86°F (25-30°C), a slight decrease in engine performance may be noticeable.

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Engine variants 2.0 Turbo 185 hp, manual transmission *) Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ Max. torque (man.), EEC at 2100 rpm _ Compression ratio _________________

185 hp (136 kW) 194.0 ft.lb (263 Nm) 8.8:1

2.0 Turbo 185 hp, automatic transmission Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ Max. torque EEC at 1900 rpm ________ Compression ratio _________________

185 hp (136 kW) 184.4 ft.lb. (250 Nm) 8.8:1

2.0 Turbo 205 hp, manual transmission

Rating, EEC, at 5500 rpm ___________ Max. torque EEC at 2200 rpm ________ Compression ratio _________________

205 hp (151 kW) 206.5 ft.lb (280 Nm) 8.8:1

2.0 Turbo 205 hp, automatic transmission Rating, EEC, at 5750 rpm ___________ Max. torque EEC at 1900 rpm ________ Compression ratio _________________

205 hp (151 kW) 184.4 ft.lb (250 Nm) 8.8:1

2.3 Turbo 230 hp, manual transmission

Rating, EEC, at 5500 rpm ___________ Max. torque EEC at 2500 rpm ________ Compression ratio _________________

230 hp (169 kW) 258.1 ft.lb (350 Nm) 9.3:1

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Electrical system Voltage ___________________________ 12 V Battery capacity ____________________ 60 Ah Starter motor ______________________ 1.4 kW Alternator rating ____________________ 130 A/14 V Firing order ________________________ 1-3-4-2
Spark plugs:

2.0 Turbo 185 bhp__________________ NGK PFR 6H-10
2.0 Turbo 205 bhp__________________ NGK PFR 6H-10
Viggen __________________________ NGK PFR 6H-10

Electrode gap ______________________ 0.95 mm (0.03740”)

Drive belts

Cars with A/C compressor ____________ 2345 mm Cars without A/C compressor __________ 1805 mm

Outside length

Drive belt

Manual transmission Type _____________________________ 5-speed, fully

synchronized with final-drive gear and differential

Oil type (for topping-up) ______________ Saab synthetic man-

ual gearbox oil Oil capacity _______________________ 1.8 qts. (1.8 l) Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear 26/42

Automatic transmission Type _____________________________ Electronically con-

trolled 4-speed with torque converter and differential Gear selector positions ______________ P R N D 3 2 1 Oil quantity, total ___________________ Oil volume (on changing) _____________ Oil type ___________________________ Texaco Texamatic Dextron III, mineral oil based

7.4 qts. (7.2 litres) 3.4 qts. (3.25 litres)

Clutch type ________________________ Hydraulically-oper- ated plate clutches, brake bands and one-way clutches

Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in 4th gear 25/40

Suspension Spring type, front and rear ____________ Coil springs Maximum deflection of springs:

front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 6.4" (163 mm) front, Viggen ______________________ 6.5” (165 mm) rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 8.3" (212 mm) rear, Viggen ______________________ 7.9” (200 mm) Dampers, front and rear ______________ Gas-filled tele- scopic shock absorbers

Steering Steering __________________________ Power-assisted steering gear of rack-and-pinion type with tele- scopic, universal joint steering- col- umn shaft

Number of turns, lock to lock __________ 3.0
Oil type ___________________________ Power Steering Fluid CHF 11S

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Brake system Footbrake (ABS) ___________________ Hydraulic disc

brakes with vacuum servo, diagonally split circuits

Parking brake ______________________ Acts on rear wheels Brake fluid ________________________ DOT 4

Do not use DOT 5

Disc diameter:

front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 11.4" (288 mm) front, Viggen ______________________ 12.0” (306 mm) rear ____________________________ 11.3" (286 mm)

Total friction area of brake pads:

front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 34.4 in² (224 cm²) front, Viggen ______________________ 35.9 in² (234 cm²) rear ____________________________ 14.2 in² (92 cm²)

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Rims and tires Rim size:

NOTE

Coupé/5-door/Convertible____________ 6.5 x 15 or 6.5 x 16
Viggen __________________________ 7.5 x 17
Viggen must use 6.5 x 16 or 7 x 17

Contact an authorized Saab dealer if you wish to fit other wheels than those fitted as standard.

Tire sizes (summer tires):

6.5 x 15 (not Viggen) _______________ 195/60 R15
6.5 x 16__________________________ 205/55 R16
7.5 x 17 Viggen only ________________ 215/45 R17

Tire sizes (winter tires):

6 x 15 (not Viggen) _________________ 185/65 R15 M+S 195/60 R15 M+S 6.5 x 16 _________________________ 205/55 R16 M+S

Recommended rims for snow chains:

Coupé/5-door/Convertible____________ 6 x 15
Viggen __________________________ 6.5 x 16

Spare wheel:

Tire _____________________________ T115/70 R16
Rim _____________________________ 4.0 x 16
Maximum life _____________________ 2000 miles (3500 km)

Maximum speed __________________ 50 mph (80 km/h)

Snow chains Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels and must be used on the following tire/wheel combinations: Wheel 6 x 15 _________185/65 R15 M+S (not Viggen),

Tire

195/60 R15 (not Viggen) or 195/60 R15 M+S (not Viggen)

6.5 x 15________195/60 R15 (not Viggen) 6.5 x 16________205/55 R16 or 205/55 R16 M+S Max. speed is 30 mph (50 km/h). Consult your authorized Saab dealer of approved snow chains.

NOTE

Coupé/5-door/Convertible: Bigger rims than 17” must not be used. The offset of the rims must not exceed 49 mm. Viggen: Bigger rims than 17” must not be used. The offset of the rims must not exceed 42 mm.

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Plates and labels In contacts with your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car’s chassis, engine and gearbox numbers. 1 Modification identity plate (in the spare

wheel compartment).

2 V.I.N. number inside windshield. 3 Certification label. 4 Gearbox number. 5 Engine number. 6 Label for tire pressures and color codes

(trim and body). 7 Chassis number. 8 Chassis number (stamped on body). 9 Vehicle Emission Control Information.

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position:

VIN:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Y S 3 D F 5 8 K 7 2 2 005543

12

1 2 3 4 5 6 = identification codes for certain chassis details

1 - Region ____________ 2 - Country _______ 3 - Manufacturer ___ 4 - Product line ____ 5 - Model series ___

Y = Northern Europe S = Sweden 3 = Saab Automobile AB D = 9-3
D = 9-3 with driver’s and

passenger’s airbag

F = 9-3 SE with driver’s and

passenger’s airbag

P = 9-3 Viggen with driver’s and

passenger’s airbag

6 - Body version ___

7 - Gearbox _______

8 - Engine variant __

9 - Check digit ____ 10 - Model year _____ 11 - Factory ________

12 - Serial number __

3 = Coupé (3-door) 5 = 5-door 7 = Convertible 5 = Manual 5-speed 8 = Automatic 4-speed G = 2.3 Turbo Viggen H = 2.0 Turbo (185 bhp) K = 2.0 Turbo (205 bhp) 0-9 or X 2 = 2002 2 = Trollhättan 7 = Nystad 000001-999999

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Following adjustments can be done by the driver: Automatic Climate Control (ACC): To alter the preprogrammed “AUTO“ start up mode with your own preferences you can manually select the desired settings for: (cid:127) Temperature. (cid:127) Fan speed. (cid:127) Air distribution. See “Programming I” on page 90 and “Pro- gramming II” on page 91.

Saab Information Display (SID): (cid:127) Outdoor temperature display can be

adjusted.

Miscellaneous: (cid:127) Select the on-time for heated rear seat. (cid:127) Coolant temperature gauge adjustment

can be increased/decreased.

(cid:127) Fuel level gauge adjustment can be

increased/decreased.

(cid:127) Additional sweep of the wipers after wind-

shield washer function (ON or OFF).

(cid:127) Courtesy Headlight Feature (follow-me

home) on-time can vary from 20 to 50 seconds.

(cid:127) Night panel illumination deactivation speed for the speedometer can be adjusted.

Several of the systems in your Saab car may be adjusted to better fit your individual needs Some functions are governed by legal requirements and cannot therefore be reprogrammed. Consult an authorized Saab dealer for fur- ther information. Car alarm/central locking system: (cid:127) The level of the siren when locking/

unlocking, HIGH or LOW.

(cid:127) The number of blinks when locking/

unlocking, 1 to 7.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk when the

car is driven, 1 to 8 mph (2-14 km/h), YES or NO.

(cid:127) Preclude the unlocking of the trunk while

the car is driven, YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk after

1 second-4 minutes if it has not been opened, YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk when it is

closed, YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of all doors when the car is driven above 7.5 mph (12 km/h), YES or NO.

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Saab 9-3 Audio System: The following functions can be adjusted by the driver (see page 105): (cid:127) Maximum starting volume (when the

radio is switched on).

(cid:127) Telephone volume (if the car is equipped with a phone connected to the audio sys- tem).

(cid:127) Speed dependent volume (volume

increases or decreases with vehicle speed).

(cid:127) Loudness.

Alarm System: The glass breakage sensor can be tempo- rarily disabled, see page 42. Daytime Running Lights: To disable, turn off the ignition and pull out fuse 15, see page 208.

Index

A/C system, fault diagnosis ________226
A/C system, maintenance _________226
ACC __________________________84
ACC, useful tips _________________92
Adjustment, steering wheel ________131
Air conditioning (A/C), fault diagnosis and maintenance ______________226
Airbag _________________________28
Alarm __________________________41
Alarm functions __________________44
Alarm signals ___________________44
Anti-corrosion treatment __________222
Anti-theft system _________________41
Ashtray _______________________135
Audio System ___________________93
Automatic climate control (ACC) _____84
Automatic transmission ___________156

Battery ________________________195
Boost starting from donor battery ___181
Brake fluid, check _______________194
Brake fluid, grade _______________241
Brake pad wear indicators ___ 164, 194
Brakes ________________________164

Braking _______________________164
Bulb table _____________________205

CD changer ____________________102
CD player _____________________100
CHECK messages _______________72
CHECKING _____________________72
Cabin lighting __________________133
Calibration, ACC _________________90
Car alarm ______________________41
Care of safety belts ______________218
Central locking __________________36
Change of address notification _____232
Changing a wheel _______________215
Changing bulbs _________________200
Changing the engine oil __________190
Changing the key battery __________39
Changing the wheels round _______212
Changing wiper blades ___________198
Chassis number ________________243
Child car seats __________________19
Child safety _____________________19
Child safety locks, rear doors _______39
Child seats _____________________19
Cigar lighter ____________________135
Cleaning the soft top, Convertible ____57
Climate-control system, manual _____80
Compact spare wheel ____________214
Condensation water, A/C __________82

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Condensation water, ACC _________ 85
Convertible ____________________ 47
Coolant ______________________ 192
Courtesy Headlight Feature _______ 76
Cruise Control _________________ 163
Cup holder ____________________ 134

DICE/TWICE __________________ 207
Date code, tires ________________ 214
Dim low beam __________________ 75
Dimmer _______________________ 78
Direction indicators ______________ 76
Direction-indicator stalk ___________ 76
Dome lighting _________________ 133
Door mirrors __________________ 137
Drive belt _____________________ 197
Driving in deep water ____________ 179
Driving in hot weather ___________ 173
Driving technique _______________ 170
Driving with a compact spare wheel 184
Driving with a load ______________ 178
Driving with a roof load __________ 176
Driving with the trunk lid open _____ 179

Economical motoring ____________ 170
Electrical system, technical data ___ 240
Electrical window _______________ 130

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Electrically adjustable seats _______127
Electrically heated front seats ______129
Electrically heated rear window _____83
Electronic starting interlock _________37
Emergency opening, fuel filler door _144
Emergency operation of the soft top, Convertible ____________________52
Emergency operation of the sunroof _132
Emission control systems _________188
Engine bay ____________________187
Engine bay, cleaning _____________220
Engine break-in period ______ 155, 170
Engine number _________________243
Engine oil, changing _____________190
Engine oil, checking _____________190
Engine oil, grade ________________237
Engine oil, volume _______________238
Engine variants _________________239
Engine, description ______________188
Engine, technical data ____________237

Fault codes, Audio System ________109
Flat spot ______________________218
Folding the soft top, Convertible _____49
For long trips ___________________184
Front fog lights __________________77
Fuel filler door, emergency opening _144
Fuel gauge _____________________68
Fuel grade _____________________239

Fueling _______________________151
Fuel-tank capacity _______________239
Fuse table _____________________208
Fuses ________________________206

Gearbox number ________________243
Gearbox oil, checking ____________191
Gearbox oil, grade _______________240
General particulars ______________234
General safety instructions, Convertible 48
Glove compartment ______________135

Handbrake _____________________168
Hazard warning lights _____________76
Head restraint ___________________18
Headlight flasher _________________75
Hood _________________________186
Horn signal ____________________131

If the car does not start ___________147
Ignition switch __________________146
Immobilizer _____________________37
Important considerations concerning cars with catalytic converters _____150

Important considerations for driving 148
Indicator lights __________________ 60
Instrument lighting _______________ 78
Integrated booster seat ___________ 26
Interior equipment ______________ 123
Interior lighting _________________ 133
Interior lighting, Convertible ________ 58
Interior rearview mirror __________ 137

Jack _________________________ 215
Jump starting __________________ 181

Key __________________________ 36
Key, removing _________________ 146

LATCH (child safety) _____________ 21
Labels and plates ______________ 243
Leather upholstery, care of _______ 219
Load eyes ____________________ 142
Locks _________________________ 36
Lowering rear seat ______________ 138
Luggage compartment __________ 138
Luggage compartment, Convertible _ 56
Luggage-compartment lighting ____ 142

M Main beam _____________________75
Main instrument panel _____________60
Maintenance schedule ___________230
Manual climate-control system ______80
Manual raising of the soft top, Convertible ____________________52
Manual transmission _____________155
Manually opening the fuel filler door, Convertible ____________________58
Manually opening the fuel filler door, Coupé and 5-door ______________144
Maxi fuses _____________________207
Memory, driver’s seat ____________128
Motoring abroad ________________184

Night Panel _____________________73

ORVR ________________________189
Odometer ______________________66
Oil specification _________________237
OnStar ________________________111
Opening handle __________________36
Owner assistance _______________231

Paint touch-up __________________221
Parcel shelf ____________________141
Park Brake Shift Lock ____________158
Parking brake __________________168
Parking lights ____________________75
Plates and labels ________________243
Power steering fluid, check ________195
Power steering oil, grade _________241
Pressure gauge __________________67
Programmable driver’s seat _______128
Programming, ACC _______________90

Radio __________________________98
Raising the soft top, Convertible _____51
Rear fog light ____________________77
Rear seat ______________________138
Rear seat, tipping _______________138
Rearview mirrors ________________137
Rear-window wiper _______________79
Recirculation ____________________82
Recycling ______________________224
Refuelling _____________________151
Relay table ____________________209
Release handle, hood ____________186
Remote control __________________36
Remote control battery, changing ____39
Removing the key _______________146
Reporting safety defects __________232

Index

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Rev counter ____________________ 66
Reversing lights _________________ 77
Roof rack _____________________ 176
Rotating the tires _______________ 212
Running-in ____________________ 155

SAHR, head restraint ____________ 18
SID (Side Instrument Display) ______ 69
SRS (airbag) ___________________ 28
Saab Audio System ______________ 93
Saab Trionic engine management system ______________________ 189
Safety belts ____________________ 12
Safety belts, care of _____________ 218
Seat belts _____________________ 12
Seat-belt pretensioners ___________ 13
Seats ________________________ 124
Service costs __________________ 231
Service information _____________ 232
Service intervals _______________ 230
Service record retention _________ 231
Side airbags ___________________ 30
Ski hatch _____________________ 141
Snow tires ____________________ 242
Soft top storage, Convertible _______ 56
Spare wheel __________________ 143
Speedometer ___________________ 66
Starting the engine _____________ 147
Steering-wheel adjustment _______ 131

Wear indicators, brake pads ______ 194
Wear indicators, tires ____________ 214
Wheel, change ________________ 215
Wheels ______________________ 211
Wheels and tires, sizes __________ 242
Window glass sensor, car alarm ____ 42
Windshield washers _____________ 78
Windshield wipers _______________ 78
Winter driving _________________ 171
Wiper blades __________________ 198
Wipers ________________________ 78

Index

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Storage compartments ___________136
Sunroof _______________________132
Switches _______________________75

Tachometer _____________________66
Technical data __________________233
Telematics _____________________111
Temperature gauge ______________67
Textile carpeting, cleaning ________219
Through-load hatch ______________141
Tie-down eyes __________________142
Tipping the rear seat _____________138
Tire markings __________________212
Tire pressure ___________________178
Tire pressures __________________211
Tires and wheels, sizes ___________242
Tools _________________________143
Top tether ______________________23
Touching up paintwork ___________221
Towing a caravan or trailer ________173
Towing the car _________________179
Traction Control System __________166
Trailer hitch attachment __________173
Trailer hitch load ________________176
Transmission, automatic __________156
Transmission, manual ____________155
Transporting the car _____________179
Traveling abroad ________________184
Trip computer, SID _______________69

Trip meter ______________________66
Trunk _________________________138
Trunk lid lock, Convertible __________56
Trunk lighting ___________________133
Trunk, Convertible ________________56
Trunk, opening __________________40
Turbo gauge ____________________67
Turn signal _____________________76

Upholstery and trim ______________219
Upholstery and trim, care of _______219
Useful tips on starting ____________148
Useful tips, ACC _________________92

Vanity mirror ___________________137

Warning and indicator lights ________60
Warning labels ___________________7
Warning light, AIR BAG (SRS) ______32
Washer fluid ___________________199
Washer jets ____________________199
Washers _______________________78
Washing ______________________220
Waxing and polishing ____________221

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