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Waxing and polishing Other than in exceptional cases, do not use abrasive polishes containing a cutting agent on a new car. Always wash the car thor- oughly before waxing or polishing.

Engine compartment Clean the engine compartment using an engine detergent and rinse with hot water. Cover the headlights. Do not use high-pres- sure washer. Avoid spraying the hood liner, as this can become heavy and hang down and touch the engine when the hood is closed. Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent or solvent when carrying out repairs or mainte- nance. Saab recommends the use of envi- ronmentally safe degreasing agents.

Touching up the paint Damaged paintwork should be treated as soon as it is discovered: the longer it is left, the greater the risk of corrosion. The anti-perforation warranty does not cover corrosion resulting from untreated defects. Paintwork damage sustained in a crash is usually extensive and can only be properly restored by professionals. However, you can repair small scratches and stone-chip damage yourself. The nec- essary tools and materials, such as primer, touch-up paint and brushes, are available from your Saab dealer. In the case of minor flaws in the paintwork, where the metal has not been exposed and an undamaged layer of paint remains, touch-up paint can usually be applied directly, after any dirt has been scraped away using a pointed knife.

If corrosion has already set in, e.g. as a result of stone-chip damage, use a pointed knife to scrape off all surface rust. If possi- ble, the damaged area should be taken back to the bare metal. The metal should then be primed with two thin coats of primer applied by brush. After the primer has dried, apply several thin layers of topcoat enamel until the surface of the repaired area is flush with the surround- ing paintwork. Stir both primer and touch-up enamel thor- oughly before use and allow each coat to dry before applying the next.

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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 Apply the primer, base color and finally, the enamel. To achieve the best finish, apply two or three coats of primer.

Surface-treatment composition 1 Body panel 2 Zinc (certain panel sections only) 7.5 µm 3 Phosphate coating 4 Cathodic ED 23 µm 5 Intermediate coat 35 µm 6 Metallic base 15 µm 7 Clear enamel /solid enamel 40 µm

Air conditioning (ACC)

WARNING

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

NOTICE

(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) Never mix R134a and R12 refriger-

ants.

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Inadequate cooling: a Check that the condenser (forward of the radiator) has not become clogged with dirt and insects.

b Make sure that the drive belt for the com-

pressor is not slipping.

c Check the fuses for the ventilation fans

and compressor.

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 a workshop. We recom- mend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer.

Important! When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified, and the resultant con- densation is drained off through two outlets underneath the floor of the car in the vicinity of the front doors. It is therefore perfectly normal for water to be seen dripping from these outlets when the car is parked. The warmer the ambient air and the higher the humidity, the greater will be the amount of condensation formed.

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

condenser and radiator to prevent clog- ging. 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 pressure washer. Caution: Do not use the hose when the engine is hot.

Other than in extremely cold weather, do not screen the radiator, e.g. with netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. Note: The A/C system will only operate when the outdoor temperature is above the freezing point (0°C, 32°F).

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Anti-corrosion treatment The entire car is corrosion-protected at the factory in different stages by an electrolytic immersion coating and a PVC-based pro- tective coating to protect against corrosion 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.

What causes rust? Steel body panels of automobiles are sub- ject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to penetrate the protective finish, and body panels may rust through if the pro- cess is unchecked. Rusting can occur wher- ever water is trapped or where the car’s panels are continuously damp. Damage to paint and undercoating by stones, gravel and minor crashes immediately 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 coun- try with high humidity have great potential for rust problems, especially where salt is used on roads or there is moist sea air. Industrial pollution (fallout) may also damage paint and promote rusting.

Preventive maintenance The following procedures are necessary to help protect against rusting. Refer also to the terms and conditions of the Sheet Metal Coverage described in the warranty book- let. 1 Wash the car frequently, and wax at

least twice a year. Under adverse conditions, where there is a rapid buildup of dirt, sand or road salt, wash your car at least once a week. After extreme exposure to salted snow or slush, evidenced by a white film on the car, wash the car immediately. Frequent washing will prevent paint damage from acid rain and other airborne contami- nants such as tree sap and bird drop- pings. If any of these contaminants are noticed on the car the finish should be washed immediately. (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 wash- ing the car inspect body surfaces for paint damage. While checking for leaks, lift the floor mats and check beneath 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 possi- ble. 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.

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4 Inspect the undercoating and touch up if necessary. Pay particular atten- tion 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 thor- oughly 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, as other- wise it may run off or fall off when dry.

For long trips Before setting off on a long journey, it is advisable to have your car checked over by your Saab dealer. Obtain a few important items to take along on your journey such as spare bulbs, wiper blades, fuses, a Poly-V-belt and the like. You can check some points yourself before- hand: (cid:127) Make sure that the engine is in good

condition.

(cid:127) Check that no oil or gasoline leaks out of

the engine or gearbox/transmission.

(cid:127) Check the coolant and power steering

fluid levels. Check also for leaks. Inspect the Poly-V-belt and replace it if it shows any signs of hard wear.

(cid:127) Check the battery charge. (cid:127) Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure, including the compact spare wheel.

(cid:127) Check the brakes. (cid:127) Check all bulbs. (cid:127) Check for the presence of the tool kit and

the jack in the car.

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Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials Information on the scrapping and recycling of car materials is available on www.saab.com.

To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: (cid:127) The vehicle shall be placed so that the headlights are 25 ft (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface. The aiming area should be darkened, this will improve your ability to see the beam of the low beam headlight being aimed.

(cid:127) The vehicle must have all four wheels on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface.

(cid:127) The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface.

(cid:127) The vehicle should be unloaded and fuel

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

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 has a visual optical headlight aiming system equipped with vertical aiming device. The aim has been preset at the factory and should normally not need further adjustments. If your headlights are 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.

NOTICE

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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(cid:127) The vehicle should be fully assembled

and all other work stopped while headlight aiming is being done.

(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) Close all doors. (cid:127) Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspen-

sion.

Headlight aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly.

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1 Wall or garage door 2 25 ft (7.6 m) between wall and headlight lens. 3 Measurement from the ground to the low beam aiming marker on the headlight lens. 4 Same measurement as (3) but substract 2 inches for vehicles with halogen lamps and

3 inches for vehicles with xenon lamps.

4 At the wall or other flat surface, measure

from the ground to the recorded distance (see point 4) and draw a hori- zontal line the width of the vehicle.

If you find that the headlight needs adjust- ment follow these steps: 1 Open the hood and locate the vertical

aiming device.

2 Locate the marker on the lens. 3 Measure the distance from the ground to

the aim marker on each lens. Subtract 2 inches if the vehicle is equipped with halogen lamps, record this distance. Subtract 3 inches if the vehicle is equipped with xenon lamps, record this distance.

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5 Turn on the low beam headlights and

place a piece of cardboard or equivalent (although not directly on the lens) in front of the headlight not being aimed. This should allow the beam cut-off of the headlight being aimed to be seen on the flat surface.

NOTICE

Do not cover a headlight directly on the lens to improve beam cut-off when aim- ing. Covering a headlight may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlight.

6 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the

horizontal cut-off of the headlight is aligned with the horizontal line on the wall.

Vertical aiming device

Aiming marker on headlight lens

Horizontal line on wall or other flat surface

Correctly adjusted low beam

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Maintenance schedule _ Owner assistance _____ Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) _____________ Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government _________ Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders __________

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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 good advice! Authorized Saab dealers are equipped and trained to meet your Saab’s service needs. They regularly receive up-to-date Saab service manuals and parts and technical service 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 A time for service message will illuminate on the Saab Instrument Display (SID) when the car is due for regular maintenance.

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 stated in the Specification section of this Owner’s Manual. The use of extra additives in the oil is not necessary and is not recom- mended, and may be harmful to turbo- chargers. More frequent oil changes are recom- mended if your vehicle is operated under the following conditions: (cid:127) Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to

16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:127) Most trips include extensive idling (such

as frequent stop-and-go driving).

(cid:127) Most trips are through dusty areas. (cid:127) You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier

on top of your vehicle. 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. The Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet has provisions to record extra oil changes.

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Service record retention It is the owner´s responsibility to retain ser- vice records. If possible, you should keep copies of all shop work orders for all service and repairs, whenever performed. As indi- cated in the new car and emission control system warranties, it is important to docu- ment that all necessary maintenance has been done. HOW THE SERVICE RECORD IS ORGANIZED The service record is comprised of a series of coupons on which to record services as they are performed. There are additional coupons for documenting extra engine oil and filter changes, extra automatic trans- mission fluid services necessary for severe service conditions, and brake fluid changes. HOW TO USE THE SERVICE RECORD COUPONS When the car is brought to a Saab dealer for scheduled maintenance, present the Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet to the service manager. When the technician has completed the service, the technician will sign the maintenance record. The person responsible for quality assurance at the dealership will also sign and stamp the record with the dealer identification stamp.

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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Customer Assistance and Information 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 Automobile 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 Center 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 Warranty 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 9-5 car line can be ordered through your Saab dealer or by visiting www.saabtechinfo.com. These are com- prehensive manuals on CD rom, geared to use by professional technicians. Consult your Saab dealer for prices and for a listing 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 Automobile USA, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153; go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehi- cle safety from http:// www safercar.gov.

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 Center at 1-800-263- 1999. Or write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7.

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Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehi- cles, has a number of sophisticated com- puter systems that monitor and control sev- eral aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle comput- ers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor condi- tions for air bag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in diffi- cult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehi- cle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, steering wheel angle, lateral acceleration, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air bag perfor- mance, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehi- cle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehi- cles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants.

To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. Saab will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office,

(cid:127) as part of Saab’s defense of litigation

through the discovery process, or

(cid:127) as required by law. In addition, once Saab collects or receives data, Saab may (cid:127) use the data for Saab research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where

appropriate confidentiality is to be main- tained and need is shown, or

(cid:127) share summary data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non-Saab organiza- tions for research purposes.

Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription ser- vice agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection.

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General______________ Engine ______________ Fuel_________________ Engine oil____________ Engine variants _______ Electrical system______ Brake system_________ Wheels and tires ______ Plates and labels______

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General

Overall length, including bumpers:

9-5 Sedan_______________________ 9-5 SportCombi __________________ Overall width, including door mirrors ____ Maximum height:

9-5 Sedan_______________________ 9-5 SportCombi __________________ Wheelbase _______________________ Ground clearance at gross vehicle weight

190.4 in (4836 mm) 190.6 in (4841 mm) 80.4 in (2042 mm)

57.3 in (1454 mm) 57.7 in (1465 mm) 106.4 in (2703 mm) approx. 4.6 in (116 mm)

Track:

Front __________________________ Rear ___________________________ Turning circle (curb to curb) ___________ Turning circle (measured at vehicle extremi- ties) _____________________________ Number of seats (incl. driver) _________

59.9 in (1522 mm) *) 60.2 in (1528 mm) *) 37.1 ft (11.3 m)

39.0 ft (11.9 m)

*) Specified track applies to wheel sizes:

6.5 x 16

VIN on cars sold in Canada

VIN on cars sold in USA Permissible load (in addition to driver) = GVW minus curb weight The maximum permissible axle load, front or rear, must not be exceeded.

The maximum permissible axle load, front or rear, must not be exceeded. Chassis number in engine bay

Weight ready for driving (i.e. with full fuel 3450–3760 lbs. tank, washer-fluid reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel) ____________________ (1565–1705 kg) Gross vehicle weight (GVW) ___________ 4390–4700 lbs. (1990–2130 kg)

Maximum axle load:

Front ___________________________ 2590 lbs. (1175 kg) Rear, 9-5 Sedan ___________________ 2310 lbs. (1050 kg) Rear, 9-5 SportCombi ______________ 2480 lbs. (1125 kg)

Weight distribution:

Curb weight, front/rear ______________ 60/40 % GVW, front/rear ___________________ 50/50 %

Maximum roof load __________________ 220 lbs. (100 kg) Maximum luggage compartment load§ ___ 176 lbs. (80 kg) Maximum combined load, luggage compartment and roof ________________ 264 lbs. (120 kg)

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Luggage compartment Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Sedan: Rear seat upright _________________ Rear seat folded down _____________

Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 SportCombi:

43.0 in (1092 mm) 67.5 in (1714 mm)

Rear seat upright _________________ Rear seat folded __________________

42.8 in (1087 mm) 68.2 in (1732 mm)

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.

(cid:127) When carrying a load in the luggage compartment, make sure that it is tied down securely, particularly when part or all of the rear seat is folded down.

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Trailer

Maximum towing speed:

Trailer with brakes _________________ 60 mph (100 km/h) Trailer without brakes _______________ Local restrictions

apply

Maximum weight:

Trailer with brakes _________________ 3500 lbs (1588 kg) Trailer without brakes ______________ 1000 lbs (450 kg) Maximum load on ball hitch __________ 110–165 lbs

(50–75 kg)

The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by Saab Automobile AB. Note that local restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and weights (see page 174).

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Engine

4-cylinder ________________________

Cylinder bores _____________________ Stroke ___________________________ Swept volume _____________________

Idling speed _______________________

Four cylinders, twin overhead cam- shafts, 16 valves and two balancer shafts. 3.54 in (90 mm) 3.54 in (90 mm) 139.7 cu.in (2.290 litres) 825 rpm (man.) 860 rpm (aut.)

Antifreeze_________________________ Saab-approved

antifreeze 7.8 qts (7.4 litres)

Coolant capacity ___________________

Fuel

Fuel-tank capacity __________________ Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or

18.0 gal. (68 litres)

higher.

Although not required, use higher octane fuel for optimum perfor-

mance - 93 octane.

Gasoline with a lower octane rating can be used, although not lower than 87 octane. However, engine performance will fall slightly and heavy loading and laboring should be avoided.

For further information on fuel, see page 148.

Engine oil

Oil capacity incl. filter (on changing) _____ 4.1 qts (4.0 litres)

Engine variants

2.3 Turbo

Rating, SAE at 5000 rpm ____________ 260 hp (191 kW) Maximum torque, SAE at 1900 rpm ____ 258.0 ft.lb.

(350 Nm)

Electrical system

Voltage ___________________________ 12 V Battery capacity ____________________ 70 Ah

Brake system

Footbrake (ABS) ____________________ Hydraulic, dual- circuit brake sys- tem. Diagonally split circuit with vac- uum servo unit. Disc brakes front and rear. EBD, see page 160.

Parkingbrake _______________________ Acts on rear wheels Brake fluid _________________________ DOT 4

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Wheels and tires (recommended dimensions)

All season tires 215/55 R16 93 H 235/45 R17 94 V Winter tires 215/55 R16 93 Q 225/45 R17 94 Q XL/RF 235/45 R17 94 Q

2.3 Turbo

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Wheel sizes 6.5 x 16” 7 x 17” 7.5 x 17” Before changing to wheels/tires of another size, we recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer regarding acceptable options. Speed ratings and load indexes, see page 228.

Compact spare:

Wheel___________________________ 4 x 16” Tire_____________________________ T115/70 R16
Pressure_________________________ 60 psi (420 kPa) Maximum life _____________________ 2,200 miles

(3500 km)

Maximum speed __________________ 50 mph (80 km/h)

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NOTICE Snow chains: Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels, and may only be used with the following wheel-tire combinations: Wheels 6.5 x 16”_______ 215/55 R16
Before you purchase winter wheels we recommend that you obtain information on the sizes suitable for your car. We therefore recommend that you contact an authorised Saab dealer. Contact your Saab dealer regarding suitable snow chains. Snow chains must not protrude more than 0.35 in. (9 mm) from the tire’s tread and its inside. Snow chains must not be fitted to wheels larger than 16". Snow chains must be tensioned after a short distance. Max. permissible speed with snow chains fitted is 30 mph (50 km/h).

NOTICE

Wheels larger than 17” must not be fitted. Exercise care when driving on uneven roads or against the curb if the car is heavily laden. This particularly applies to cars with 17" wheels. Wheel offset must be 49 mm.

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Lowest recommended tire pressure, cold tires

Tire size

Load/speed mph (km/h) 1)

Front kPa/psi

Rear kPa/psi

All season tires 215/55 R16 93 H 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 250/36
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 250/36
1–5 pers./100– (160–) 290/42
1–3 pers./0–120 (0–190) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–120 (0–190) 240/35
1–5 pers./120– (190–) 280/41

235/45 R17 94 V

230/33
230/33
270/39
240/35
240/35
280/41

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Winter tires 215/55 R16 93 Q 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 260/38
1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 250/36
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 270/39
235/45 R17 94 Q 1–3 pers./0–100 (0–160) 240/35
4–5 pers./0–100 (0–160) 260/38

225/45 R17 94 Q XL/RF

240/35
260/38
250/36
270/39
240/35
260/38

420/60

420/60

Max 50 (80)

Compact spare T115/70 R16
Spare wheel 1) Do not exceed posted speed limits. By cold tires is meant tires that are the same temperature as the surrounding air temperature. The values for tire pressure in the table above are for tires at 68°F (20°C). The tire pressure will increase as the tires become warm (e.g. during motorway driving), and decrease as they cool. When the temperature of the tires increase or decrease by 10 degrees the tire pressure will correspondingly increase or decrease by 10 kPa/2 psi (0.1 bar).

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Plates and labels When consulting your Saab dealer, it may be necessary to quote the car’s V.I.N., engine and gearbox numbers. 1 V.I.N. number, inside windshield. 2 V.I.N. label and certification label. 3 Gearbox number. 4 Engine number. 5 Canada: Label for tire pressure and

color codes (trim and body). USA: Label for tire pressure can be found on the left B-pillar, see also page 229. Color codes (trim and body) can be found on the V.I.N. label on the B-pillar.

6 Chassis number, stamped on body.

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

adjusted.

Miscellaneous: (cid:127) Select the on-time for heated rear seat 3. (cid:127) Additional sweep of the wipers after wind-

shield washer function (ON or OFF).

(cid:127) Courtesy Headlight Feature on-time can

vary from 20 to 50 seconds.

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

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Following adjustments can be done by the driver:

Automatic Climate Control (ACC): You can choose whether front seat and rear window heating is to be activated manually or automatically; see "Adaptation of ACC" on page 85.

Saab 9-5 Audio System (see page 106): (cid:127) Speed dependent volume.

Daytime Running Lights: To disable, turn off the ignition and pull out fuse 35, see page 217.

Adjustable systems Several of the systems in your Saab car can be adjusted to better fit your individual needs Some functions are governed by legal requirements and cannot therefore be reprogrammed. We recommend that you contact an autho- rized Saab dealer for further information.

Car alarm/central locking system: (cid:127) The number of blinks when locking/

unlocking.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk when the car (SportCombi) is driven, 1 to 8 mph (2–14 km/h), YES or NO.

(cid:127) Automatic locking of the trunk (Sport- Combi) 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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Index A/C system, fault diagnosis ________ 245
A/C system, maintenance _________ 244
ABS brakes ____________________ 160
ACC __________________________ 79
ACC functions ___________________ 82
ACC, automatic climate control ______ 79
ACC, calibration _________________ 86
ACC, condensation water __________ 86
ACC, useful tips _________________ 86
AUX input _____________________ 104
Adjustable systems ______________ 265
Adjusting the steering wheel _______ 114
Adjustment, seats ________________ 18
Air conditioning (A/C), fault diagnosis and maintenance ______________ 244
Airbag _________________________ 29
Alarm __________________________ 50
Alarm functions __________________ 53
Alarm signals ________________ 50, 53
Album information _______________ 104
Alternator _____________________ 199
Alternator drive belt __________ 199, 260
Alternator rating ________________ 260
Antennas ______________________ 109
Anticorrosion treatment ___________ 246
Antidazzle rear-view mirror ________ 121
Anti-skid ______________________ 163

Autochecking of lights on starting ____ 64
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror with garage door opener ____________ 118
Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 79
Aviod theft, tip __________________ 166

Battery ________________________ 197
Battery charging/replacing ________ 197
Battery, boost starting ____________ 184
Before a long journey ____________ 247
Before towing a camper or trailer ___ 177
Belt guide ______________________ 12
Boost starting using jump leads ____ 184
Brake and clutch fluid ____________ 194
Brake-fluid reservoir _____________ 194
Brakes, technical data ____________ 261
Bulbs, changing _________________ 202
Bulbs, table of __________________ 213
Buying new tires ________________ 223

CD changer ____________________ 100
CHECK messages _______________ 71
CHECKING _____________________ 71
Car alarm ______________________ 50
Car care ______________________ 187
Cargo net, 9-5 SportCombi ________ 137
Carpeting, care of _______________ 241

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Catalytic converter, important considerations _________________ 145
Central locking ___________________ 44
Change language in SID ___________ 72
Change of address notification _____ 254
Changing a wheel _______________ 237
Changing bulbs _________________ 202
Changing wiper blades ___________ 200
Charge mobile phone ____________ 126
Charger/Jump starting ____________ 186
Charging the battery/Jump starting __ 186
Chassis number ________________ 264
Checks before towing a camper or trailer ________________________ 177
Child safety _____________________ 22
Child safety locks, rear doors _______ 47
Cleaning, engine bay _____________ 243
Clock _________________________ 105
Color code, body ________________ 264
Color code, trim _________________ 264
Compact spare wheel ____________ 235
Compass ______________________ 122
Condensation water, ACC __________ 86
Connecting a portable player ______ 105
Coolant _______________________ 193
Courtesy Headlight Feature ________ 74
Crash memory, see EDR _________ 255
Cross modulation _______________ 110
Cruise control __________________ 159
Cup holder _____________________ 128

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DICE/TWICE ___________________ 215
Date _________________________ 105
Date code, tires _________________ 231
Date display ___________________ 106
Definitions and terminology, tire ____ 229
Determining correct load, tires _____ 231
Dim-dipped beam ________________ 73
Direction indicators _______________ 75
Diversity antenna _______________ 109
Door handles ____________________ 44
Door mirrors ___________________ 116
Doors, locks & luggage compartment _ 43
Drive belt ______________________ 260
Drive belt, alternator _____________ 199
Drive belts, length _______________ 260
Driver’s seat, programmable ________ 20
Driving at night _________________ 179
Driving in hot weather ____________ 173
Driving with a load _______________ 179

EDR (Event Data Recorders) ______ 255
ESP® ________________________ 163
Electric heating of rear seat ________ 87
Electric windows ________________ 115
Electrical system, technical data ____ 260
Electrically retractable door mirrors _ 117
Electronic Stability Program _______ 163

Electronic starting interlock _________ 49
Emergency operation of moonroof __ 124
Emission control systems _________ 190
Engine bay ____________________ 189
Engine bay, cleaning _____________ 243
Engine number _________________ 264
Engine oil, grade ________________ 260
Engine, description ______________ 192
Engine, technical data ____________ 260
Engine, temperature gauge _________ 66
Engine-oil level, checking _________ 192
Error codes, Audio System ________ 112
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ______ 255
Expansion tank, coolant __________ 193

Filling a portable fuel container _____ 148
Flat spots, tires _________________ 222
Fluid level, automatic transmission __ 193
Foldable door mirrors ____________ 117
Folding the parcel shelf, 9-5 SportCombi ________________ 133
Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan ____ 129
Folding the rear seat, 9-5 SportCombi 132
Frequency band _________________ 93
Frequently asked questions on airbag 40
Front fog lights __________________ 76
Frost warning ___________________ 68
Fuel __________________________ 146
Fuel consumption ________________ 68

Fuel container __________________ 148
Fuel gauge _____________________ 65
Fuel grade _____________________ 260
Fuel information _________________ 148
Fuse box under hood ____________ 218
Fuse panel _____________________ 214
Fuses _________________________ 214

Garage door opener _____________ 118
Gearbox number ________________ 264
Gearbox oil, checking ____________ 193
General functions _______________ 105
Glove compartment ______________ 126

Handbrake _____________________ 165
Hazard warning lights _____________ 76
Head restraint ___________________ 21
Headlight flasher _________________ 73
Headlights ______________________ 73
Heated front seats ________________ 87
Hood _________________________ 188
Horn __________________________ 114

If a tire goes flat _________________ 226
Ignition switch __________________ 140

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Immobilizer _____________________ 49
Indicator and warning lights ________ 58
Indicator lights ___________________ 58
Information about fuel ____________ 148
Instrument illumination ____________ 75
Instruments and controls ___________ 57
Interior equipment _______________ 113
Interior lighting _________________ 124
Interior rearview mirror ___________ 116

Jack __________________________ 238

Key ___________________________ 44
Key, remove ___________________ 140

LATCH (child safety) ______________ 23
Labeling, tire sidewall ____________ 227
Labels __________________________ 7
Leather upholstery, care of ________ 241
Light horn ______________________ 73
Light switches ___________________ 73
Loading MP3 discs ______________ 102
Loading your vehicle _____________ 229
Luggage-compartment lighting _____ 125

MP3 player ____________________ 102
Main instrument panel _____________ 58
Main/dipped beam ________________ 73
Maintenance schedule ___________ 252
Maintenance, A/C-system _________ 244
Maxi fuses _____________________ 215
Milometer ______________________ 64
Moonroof ______________________ 123
Motoring abroad ________________ 247
Multipath propagation ____________ 109

NIGHT _________________________ 72
New tires, buying ________________ 223
Night Panel _____________________ 72

Odometer ______________________ 64
Oil capacity, engine ______________ 260
Oil specification _________________ 260
Outdoor temperature ______________ 68
Owner assistance _______________ 253

Paintwork, touching-in ____________ 243
Parcel shelf, folding ______________ 133

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Parking Assistance ______________ 168
Parking lights ____________________ 73
Plates and labels ________________ 264
Poly-V-belt _____________________ 199
Portable fuel container ___________ 148
Portable player _________________ 104
Power outlet ___________________ 126
Power steering _________________ 196
Power-steering fluid ______________ 196
Pressure gauge __________________ 67
Prestige _______________________ 107
Programme type ALARM __________ 99

Quality grading, tires _____________ 224
Questions on function of airbag ______ 40

RDS time ______________________ 106
Radiator fan ____________________ 199
Radio __________________________ 93
Radio Data System (RDS) _________ 94
Radio text ______________________ 94
Radio waves ___________________ 110
Rain sensor _____________________ 77
Random playback of MP3 files, CD __ 103
Random playback, CD ____________ 99
Random playback, CD changer ____ 101
Rapid playing an MP3 file _________ 103

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Rear fog light ____________________ 74
Rear seat, 9-5 Sedan, folding ______ 129
Rear seat, 9-5 SportCombi, folding __ 132
Rear window heating _____________ 82
Rear-seat head restraints __________ 21
Rear-view mirror, auto-dimming ____ 121
Rearview mirrors ________________ 116
Reclamation ___________________ 248
Recommendations for cars with automatic transmission, towing a camper or trailer _______________ 175
Refuelling _____________________ 146
Relay panel ____________________ 217
Remote control __________________ 44
Remote-control battery, changing ____ 49
Remove the key ________________ 140
Removing CDs __________________ 99
Removing CDs, CD-changer ______ 100
Removing MP3 discs ____________ 102
Replacement, wheel _____________ 225
Reporting safety defects __________ 254
Reprogramming of systems _______ 265
Reservoir, power-steering fluid _____ 196
Retractable door mirrors __________ 117
Rev counter _____________________ 64
Reversing lights _________________ 76
Rolling advertisements ____________ 94
Roof load ______________________ 179
Rotation of tires _________________ 231
Running-in _____________________ 170

SDM _________________________ 255
SID ___________________________ 68
Saab Information Display (SID) ______ 68
Saab Parking Assistance _________ 168
Safety belts _____________________ 12
Safety belts, care of _____________ 240
Safety-belt pretensioners __________ 15
Safety-belt reminder ______________ 12
Seats __________________________ 18
Securing a load __________________ 47
Selecting a radio station ___________ 93
Selecting and changing tracks, CD ___ 99
Selecting/changing MP3 file _______ 103
Selector lever indication, automatic transmission ___________________ 67
Sentronic, manual mode __________ 156
Service costs ___________________ 253
Service information ______________ 254
Service intervals ________________ 252
Service record retention __________ 253
Setting the clock ________________ 105
Setting the date _________________ 105
Settings, seats ___________________ 18
Shadow effect __________________ 110
Side airbags ____________________ 36
Signalling, horn _________________ 114
Snow chains ___________________ 172
Sorting music __________________ 103
Sound system __________________ 107
Sources of AM interference ________ 111

Sources of FM interference ________ 111
Spare wheel ___________________ 235
Spark plugs ____________________ 260
Speed dependent volume compensation _________________ 106
Speedometer _________________ 64, 65
Starting in cold weather, ACC _______ 84
Starting in hot weather, ACC ________ 84
Steering wheel adjustment ________ 114
Steering wheel controls ____________ 91
Steps for determining correct load limit _________________________ 231
Stone-chip damage, repairing ______ 243
Storage compartments ___________ 126
Storing radio stations ______________ 93
Sun visors _____________________ 125
Switches _______________________ 73
Symboler ________________________ 9
Systems, adjustment _____________ 265

TCS OFF _______________________ 63
TP ____________________________ 99
Table of fuses __________________ 216
Tachometer _____________________ 64
Tailgate, opening _________________ 47
Tank gauge _____________________ 65
Technical data __________________ 257
Technical data, radio/audio ________ 108
Temperature control, ACC _________ 81

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What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? _______________________ 38
Wheel replacement ______________ 225
Wheel, change _________________ 237
Wheels and tires ________________ 261
Wheels and tires, sizes ___________ 261
When it is time for new tires _______ 222
Windshield washers ______________ 77
Windshield wipers ________________ 77
Winter tires ________________ 231, 261
Wiper blades, replacing ___________ 200
Wipers and washers __________ 77, 200

Xenon headlight ________________ 202

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Temperature gauge, engine ________ 66
Temperature zones, ACC __________ 81
Textile carpeting ________________ 241
Through-load hatch ______________ 131
Tie Downs _____________________ 131
Tightening torque, wheel studs _____ 237
Time display ___________________ 106
Tip, driving at night ______________ 179
Tip, to avoid theft _______________ 166
Tips, ACC ______________________ 86
Tire chains ____________________ 226
Tire date code __________________ 231
Tire direction of rotation __________ 231
Tire inspection and rotation ________ 221
Tire markings __________________ 228
Tire pressure ___________________ 180
Tire sidewall labeling _____________ 227
Tire terminology and definitions ____ 229
Tire, compact spare _____________ 235
Tires _____________________ 220, 261
Tires, winter ___________________ 261
Touching-in the paintwork _________ 243
Towbar attachment ______________ 174
Towbar load ___________________ 178
Towing the car _________________ 181
Towing, automatics ______________ 181
Traffic programme ________________ 99
Trailer weights __________________ 259
Treadwear indicators ____________ 222
Trionic ________________________ 190
Trip computer ___________________ 68
Trip meter ______________________ 64

Trunk _________________________ 129
Trunk lid, opening ________________ 47
Tuning _________________________ 93
Turbo gauge ____________________ 67
Turbo, points to note _____________ 144

Under the hood _________________ 189
Uniform tire quality grading ________ 224
Upholstery and trim ______________ 241
Upholstery and trim, care of _______ 241

Vanity mirrors __________________ 125
Vehicle Data Collection ___________ 255
Ventilated front seats _____________ 87
Viscosity, engine oil ______________ 260

Warning labels ___________________ 7
Warning light, AIR BAG ____________ 37
Warning lights ___________________ 58
Washers ______________________ 200
Washers, windshield _____________ 201
Washing the car ________________ 242
Waxing and polishing ____________ 243
Wear indicators, tires ____________ 222

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