2009 Saab 9 5 Owners Manual

mirrors are unfolded electrically, they will return to their normal positions.

NOTICE

The door mirrors should be fully retracted before the car enters an automatic car wash.

Button for angling passenger’s mirror down when reversing

Cars equipped with a programmable driver’s seat 3 also have the ability to angle the passenger’s mirror down when revers- ing, e.g. for a better view of the curb. 1 Select reverse. 2 Press the tiny button adjacent to the

doormirror switch to tilt the mirror. The mirror will be reset automatically when reverse gear is deselected.

The mirror glass can also be adjusted man- ually by gently pressing the glass in the desired direction. The mirrors are heated, and the heating comes on and goes off with the rear-window heater.

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Interior rearview auto-dimming mirror with garage door opener, and digital compass 3

WARNING

Make sure that people and objects are out of the way of a moving door or gate to pre- vent potential harm or damage. When programming the garage opener, you may be operating a garage door or gate operator. Therefore it is advised to park outside of the garage. Do not use the garage opener with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards. (This includes any garage door opener model manufac- tured before April 1, 1982.). A garage door opener which cannot detect an object, signalling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current federal safety standards. Using a garage door opener without these features increases risk of serious injury or death.

Buttons for garage opener and compass 1-3 Garage opener 4 LED 5 Compass/auto dimming ON/OFF 6 Compass bearing

Retain your original garage door transmitter for future programming procedures (i.e., new vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed garage opener buttons be erased for security purposes.

Rearview mirror 1 Day position 2 Night position

Rearview mirror The rearview mirror has day/night positions that can be selected by means of a knob beneath the mirror. Adjust the mirror in day position.

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Preparations for first-time programming Before programming the garage opener for the first time, you must delete any factory codes. Press and hold the two outer buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. The garage opener is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time begin- ning with "Programming" - step 2.

Programming The garage opener can record and store the frequencies of three different remote con- trols. The battery in the remote control should be fairly new for programming to work well. Do not repeat "Programming" - step two to train additional devices to a second or third button. Begin with "Programming" - step three. 1 Turn the ignition ON. 2 Press and hold the two outer buttons

(buttons one and three) - releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step two to program a second and/or third hand-held transmit- ter to the remaining two buttons.

3 Position the end of your hand-held trans- mitter 1-3 inches (5-14 cm) away from

the button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view. The transmitter should face the mirror from below or left side of the mirror.

4 Simultaneously press and hold both the

chosen and hand-held transmitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 5 has been completed.

Note: Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 4 with procedures noted in the "Gate Operator / Canadian Pro- gramming" section. 5 After the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, release both the mirror and hand-held transmit- ter buttons.

6 Press and hold the just-trained button

and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the button is pressed and released.

Note: To program the remaining two but- tons, begin with "Programming" - step three. Do not repeat step two. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with "Programming" steps 7-9 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most com- monly a garage door opener).

7 At the garage door opener receiver

(motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit.

8 Firmly press and release the "learn" or "smart" button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.)

Note: There are 30 seconds in which to ini- tiate step nine. 9 Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed button. Repeat the "press/hold/release" sequence a second time, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming process. The garage opener should now activate your rolling code equipped device.

Note: To program the remaining two but- tons, begin with "Programming" - step three. Do not repeat step two.

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Erasing the three buttons To erase programming from the three but- tons (individual buttons cannot be erased but can be "reprogrammed" as outlined below), follow the step noted: (cid:127) Press and hold the two outer buttons until

the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. The garage opener is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with "Programming" - step 3.

NOTICE

Switch off the power supply to the garage door or gate (or park the car beyond the range of the remote control) while pro- gramming using the "cycling" method to prevent damaging the electrical motor.

Reprogramming a single button To program a device to the garage opener using a button previously trained, follow these steps: 1 Press and hold the desired button. DO

NOT release the button.

2 The indicator light will begin to flash after

20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with "Programming" - step 3.

Gate Operator / Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to "time-out" (or quit) after several seconds of transmission - which may not be long enough for the garage opener to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to "time-out" in the same manner. If you live in Canada or you are having diffi- culties programming a gate operator by using the "Programming" procedures (regardless of where you live), replace "Programming " step 4 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the "cycling" process to pre- vent possible overheating. Continue to press and hold the button while you press and release - every two sec- onds ("cycle") your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by the garage opener. (The indicator light will flash slowly and then rap- idly.) Proceed with "Programming" step five to complete.

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Opening a garage door To operate, simply press and release the programmed button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.

NOTICE

Switch off the power supply to the garage door or gate (or park the car beyond the range of the remote control) while pro- gramming using the "cycling" method to prevent damaging the electrical motor.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) must accept any interference received, including inter- ference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation of this device.

Rearview auto-dimming mirrors 3
The autodimming is activated and deacti- vated with a short push on button 2. If the mirror is equipped with Garage Door Opener (option) the letter 1 is displayed on compass bearing display briefly when auto dimming is activated. When deactivating the letter 0 is displayed. The interior rearview mirror has two sen- sors, one forward-facing and one rear-fac- ing. They also activate and deactivate the auto dimming feature on door mirrors. The system is activated when the for- ward-facing sensor detects that it is dark outside and the rear-facing sensor detects. For example, if the car following has not dimmed its headlights. The rearview mirrors are then darkened to prevent the strong light source from dazzling the driver. This dark- ening is stepless. The mirrors return to their normal states when the strong light source diminishes. The auto dimming function can be turned OFF with the switch on the lower edge of the rear-view mirror.

NOTE Towing a trailer can cause the system to malfunction, as the rear-facing sensor may sense light from the trailer.

1 Forward-facing sensor 2 ON/OFF switch, auto dimming function 3 Rear-facing sensor

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Compass The compass is integrated in the rearview mirror. The compass bearing is displayed in the top right-hand corner of the mirror and is updated every other second. The compass displays the car’s direction of travel: N, NE, E, etc. Switch the compass display on and off by pressing button 5 for 3 seconds.

Compass zones in Canada

Compass zones in US

Changing zones The earth’s magnetic fields vary depending on one’s position on the globe. If you drive your car from one magnetic zone to another the compass setting will need to be changed to ensure a correct bearing. 1 Study the illustrations to determine the

correct zone.

2 Press and hold button 5 until "ZONE" is

shown in the display on the mirror (6 seconds). The zone number setting now is also shown.

3 Press button 5 repeatedly to change the zone number. There are 15 zones from which to choose. Once the correct zone is selected, release the button and wait 4 seconds. The compass will now display the bearing.

Calibration Calibration is performed automatically during travel. If an accessory, such as a mobile phone, is fitted and it can be assumed that the compass is affected, the compass may need to be calibrated manu- ally. 1 Press and hold button 5 until "CAL" and

the compass bearing are displayed (approx. 9 seconds).

2 Drive in circles (max. 5 mph/8 km/h) or drive as normal until "CAL" is no longer displayed.

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Moonroof 3

WARNING

Bear in mind the pinch hazard when clos- ing the moonroof. (cid:127) Always remove the ignition key when you leave the car. This prevents per- sonal injury caused by the electric moonroof, for example, due to chil- dren playing.

(cid:127) The person operating the electric

moonroof is responsible for ensuring that no one, especially children, has their head, hands or fingers in the opening, before closing the moonroof. Operating the moonroof could other- wise cause serious or fatal injuries.

(cid:127) Do not extend your arm, head etc. out

of an open moonroof while driving.

The moonroof is operated by the switch on the overhead panel above the rearview mir- ror. The moonroof can be opened partially or fully.

To open: (cid:127) Slide the control towards the rear to open

the moonroof to the comfort position. To open it fully, slide the control back a second time. Press the control to stop it earlier.

To close: (cid:127) Slide the control forwards until the moon-

roof is closed.

Ventilation position (cid:127) Press the middle of the control (when

moonroof closed).

(cid:127) To close: slide the control forwards. To fully open the moonroof from the ventila- tion position, slide the control back. The moonroof incorporates an interior, manual, sliding sun blind. If the car is newly waxed, the moonroof may creak when opened to the ventilation posi- tion or when driving with the moonroof

Moonroof control 1 To open 2 To close 3 Ventilation position

closed. The sound comes from the area where the front edge of the moonroof meets the metal roof. Open the moonroof fully and, using washer fluid, clean the seal on the leading edge of the moonroof and the painted surface against which this seals when the moonroof is closed.

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Manual operation of moonroof

Emergency operation of moonroof In an emergency (e.g. if there is an electrical failure) the moonroof can be operated by a screwdriver. Remove the cover at the front of the moonroof opening, insert a screw- driver in the groove, and rotate. Rotate counterclockwise to close moonroof.

1 Interior lighting on continuously 2 Lighting comes on when a door is opened 3 Lighting always off

Interior lighting The interior lighting consists of one dome light in the front and one in the back, a map-reading light in the front, two reading lights in the back, floor courtesy lights in the front (in some model variants) and door courtesy lights on all doors. The courtesy lights come on automatically when the respective door is opened. Each reading light has its own switch adjacent to the lamp.

The switch for the dome lights is on the front overhead panel. When the switch is in the mid-position (door-activated), the interior lighting will come on: (cid:127) When the car is unlocked from the

outside.

(cid:127) When any door is opened. (cid:127) When the ignition key is withdrawn from

the ignition switch.

Lighting goes out 30 seconds after the doors have been closed or: (cid:127) when the ignition is switched ON,

provided that the cabin lighting control is in the center position

(cid:127) when the car is locked with the remote

control.

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1 Reading lights 2 Dome light

There is also a light in the sun visors. The light comes on when the cover over the vanity mirror is opened. When the ignition is OFF, if a door has been left open for 20 minutes, the interior lighting will be switched off automatically to save the battery.

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Luggage-compartment lighting The luggage-compartment lighting comes on automatically when the trunk is opened and goes out when the trunk is closed. The lighting will also be switched off auto- matically after 20 minutes if the trunk has been left open.

Sun visor

Sun visors If the car is equipped with double sun visors. One section of the visor can be indepen- dently pivoted to the side window. A vanity mirror is provided on the back of the sun visors. The vanity mirrors are illumi- nated when the cover is raised.

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Power Outlet 3

Glove compartment

WARNING

WARNING

The maximum combined load for the two power outlets is 240 W (20 A).

You can use the electrical socket to charge a mobile phone, for example.

The glove compartment must be closed while travelling. An open glove compart- ment door could cause leg injuries in the event of a crash.

The glove compartment can be cooled by the air conditioning (ACC) system. Cold air can be directed to the glove compartment for keeping drinks cool, etc. Slide the cover to open/close the air inlet. Storage facilities Additional storage facilities are provided (see next page).

Sliding cover in glove compartment to admit cold air

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In the doors

On leading edge of front seats 3

On the back of the front seats 3

Console between front seats

Center armrest for rear seat 3

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Cup holder in fascia 1 Press symbol to open 2 Lift bottom to close

WARNING

(cid:127) The cup holder should not be used to hold cups made of china, glass or hard plastic as these can cause injury in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Use only for paper cups or aluminium

cans.

(cid:127) Avoid spillage, particularly of hot

drinks.

(cid:127) Avoid putting oversized cups in the

cup holder.

NOTICE

Take care not to spill any liquid on the audio system, ignition switch or the like when using the cup holders. Soft drinks in particular can cause malfunction.

Cup holders Cup holders are provided in the instrument panel fascia, in the center console compart- ment between the front seats, and in the rear-seat armrest (certain variants only). To access the cup holder in the instrument panel, press the symbol and release. To access the cup holder in the rear seat armrest, lower the armrest and press the front edge of the holder. Close in the same way. The number of cup holders provided may vary between models.

Cup holder in rear armrest 3
Press the edge to open/close.

Cup holder in center console 3

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Trunk Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan The rear seat is split and the two sections can be folded indepen- dently. Folding down of the rear seat is easier if the front seats are not all the way back, and the rear head restraints are folded down. 1 Raise the rear seat cushions by pulling the loop located between

the cushion and the backrest. 2 Tip the seat cushion forward. 3 Press the button adjacent to the respective backrest to release it. 4 Fold down the backrest.

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WARNING

(cid:127) Never leave a child or animal unattended in the car. During

sunny weather the temperature in the passenger and luggage compartments can climb to 158–176°F (70–80°C). Small chil- dren are very susceptible to heat stroke.

(cid:127) Rear-seat passengers should always ensure that the head restraint is raised and in proper position for the seats to be occupied.

(cid:127) Keep hands well clear of all moving parts. (cid:127) Never place heavy objects on the rear window shelf. There is

always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.

(cid:127) Before folding up the backrest, hang the outer safety belts

onto the hook on the respective courtesy handle to prevent them from becoming trapped.

(cid:127) Check that the seatbelt locks do not get trapped under the

seat cushions when these are raised back up.

(cid:127) Make sure that the backrest is locked when it is restored to an upright position. Check that the back rest release button (3) is flush with the surround before entering the rear seat. This indi- cates that the backrest is locked.

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WARNING

(cid:127) Place heavy items closest to the backrest and stow smaller

and lighter items on top.

(cid:127) Never overload the cargo net 3. If the elastic breaks this may cause personal injury. Do not use a cargo net that shows signs of wear.

(cid:127) Secure heavy and bulky items using the tie down points

provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash (see page 131).

(cid:127) Secure small items if the backrest is folded down or the

load-through hatch is open. Small items can also be thrown around inside the car and cause personal injury.

(cid:127) Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its

handling characteristics (see page 258).

(cid:127) Make sure that the seat cushions and backrests are properly

secured when folding them back to their normal position. Check that the button (item 3 on page 129) is flush with the surround before entering the back seat.

The tail pipe of the exhaust system can become very hot during driving. Bear this in mind when loading and unloading the car so that children, for example, do not burn themselves.

Outer safety belt hooked onto courtesy handle

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Trunk pass-through hatch A trunk pass-through hatch is incorporated in the rear seat backrest to enable long, narrow items to be carried inside the car. Items should not weigh more than 33 lbs. (15 kg) nor be more than 2 yards (2 metres) in length. See the label on the hatch. 1 Fold down the armrest. 2 Raise the hatch by lifting the handle. Before loading or unloading long items, switch off the engine and apply the parkingbrake. This averts the danger of the car moving off suddenly if a long item were to knock the gear or selector lever into gear.

WARNING

(cid:127) Anchor the load securely (e.g. using middle safety belt) to

avoid danger of injury resulting from displacement of load on hard braking.

(cid:127) Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its

handling characteristics (see page 258).

Tie Downs The tie downs for securing the load are fitted inside the trunk. Place the load as far in as possible.

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Folding the rear seat, 9-5 SportCombi Both the narrow and wide sections of the rear seat can be folded separately. Folding is facilitated if the front seats are not located too far back. The wide section cannot be folded separately if a cargo net (accessory) is mounted on the rear of the backrest. 1 Make sure that the head restraint is in the down position. For

height adjustment refer to page 21.

2 Put the safety belts for the outer seat places in their respective belt clips, which are located near the backrest (see illustration). 3 Raise the rear seat cushions by pulling the loop located between

the cushion and the backrest.

4 Fold the narrow section (right) of the backrest forward by raising

the opening handle on the right-hand side.

5 Fold the wide section of the backrest forward in the

corresponding manner.

6 Adjust the front seats for optimal driving/passenger comfort.

NOTICE

The safety belts for the outer seating positions should be put in their respective belt clips near the backrest to prevent them from being pinched when the rear seat is raised to the upright position.

Safety belt located in its belt clip

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WARNING

(cid:127) Do not travel in the back seat without ensuring that the head

restraint is set at a suitable height for the seats to be occupied.

(cid:127) Never allow anyone to sit on a folded backrest. (cid:127) Always be aware of the risk of pinching when handling moving

parts of the seating.

(cid:127) Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash.

(cid:127) Make sure that the backrests ar e locked when they are folded back upright. Check that the two red warning-indication flags are fully down. This indicates that the backrests are locked. (cid:127) Check that the safety belt lock is not trapped under the seat

cushions when these are raised back up.

(cid:127) Never leave a child or animal unattended in the car. During

sunny weather the temperature in the passenger and luggage compartments can climb to 158–176°F (70–80°C). Small chil- dren are very susceptible to heat stroke.

The tail pipe of the exhaust system can become very hot during driving. Bear this in mind when loading and unloading the car so that children, for example, do not burn themselves.

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Parcel shelf, 9-5 SportCombi

Fold the parcel shelf as follows: 1 Press the rear edge of the shelf downwards and forwards. 2 Continue pressing the folded section forward until it is folded over

the front section.

Extend the parcel shelf as follows: 1 Hold the rear edge of the shelf and pull it back. 2 The shelf rests on a track located beneath the rear side windows. Make sure that the rear corner fits in the recess. Otherwise it will not lie flat.

Alternative location of the parcel shelf if this is removed: (cid:127) Folded up on the floor at the rear of the luggage compartment. (cid:127) On its end on the floor behind the front seat backrest.

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Folding the narrow section of the backrest The folding is facilitated if the front seat is not too far back. 1 Make sure that the head restraint is in the down position. For

height adjustment refer to page 21.

2 Put the safety belt in the belt clip near the backrest. 3 Raise the rear seat cushion by pulling the loop located at the rear

of the cushion.

4 Fold the narrow section (right) of the backrest forward by raising

the opening handle.

5 Adjust the front seat for optimal passenger comfort.

NOTICE

The safety belts for the outer seating positions should be put in their respective belt clips near the back rest to prevent them being pinched when the rear seat is raised to the upright position, see illustration page 132.

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Load anchoring

WARNING

(cid:127) Put heavy loads as low down and as

far forward as possible in the luggage compartment, i.e. against the back of the rear seat.

(cid:127) Never overload the cargo net 3. If the elastic breaks this may cause personal injury. Do not use a cargo net that shows signs of wear.

(cid:127) Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the backrest, if a cargo guard 3 is not being used.

(cid:127) Always tie down the cargo so that it

cannot be thrown forward during heavy braking or in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Unsecured and heavy cargo can

increase the risk of injury during hard braking, sudden avoidance maneu- vers and in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) For the best load anchoring, use the special cargo tie down eye and load straps 3.

(cid:127) Load the cargo tie down eyes evenly. Never attach more than one strap to each tie down eye.

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WARNING

(cid:127) Match the speed and driving style

according to how the car is loaded. The driving characteristics of the car can be affected because the center of gravity is altered when there is a cargo in the luggage compartment.

(cid:127) An object weighing 55 lbs. (25 kg) cor-

responds to a weight of 2200 lbs. (1000 kg) in a head on crash at 32 mph (50 km/h).

(cid:127) Adjust the car’s load (passengers and

luggage) so that the gross vehicle weight or the axle weight is not exceeded, see page 258.

Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open, see page 181.

(cid:127) Provide protection on sharp edges to

prevent damage to the load straps.

(cid:127) Never use the elastic floor net 3 and elastic side net (accessory) when the rear seat is folded down. These nets are only intended to keep light objects tidy, not for the anchoring of loads.

(cid:127) If possible, avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving with a heavy load because the anchoring possibili- ties are restricted when the rear seat is in this position. That the rear seat is in the upright position is a basic requirement for protection against cargo displacement in the event of a crash.

(cid:127) Cargo can intrude into the passenger compartment during a sudden stop or front crash if the outer safety belts are not fastened. Check that the two red warning-indication flags are fully down. This shows that the backrests are locked.

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Cargo tie down eye 3 mounted on the lon- gitudinal rails 3

On the floor of the luggage compartment there may be two longitudinal aluminium rails (CargoTracks™) where accessory cargo tie down eye can be mounted. Fitting a lashing eye: 1 Hold it between your forefinger and

middle finger with the ring up.

2 Press down the spring center section

with your thumb.

3 Insert the center section into one of the holes and move the lashing eye forward or back slightly to fit it into the middle of the recess in the rail.

4 Release it. 5 Check that the lashing eye is firmly fitted

by pulling on it.

Example of cargo anchoring

Elastic cargo net for lighter objects.

Items for load anchoring: (cid:127) Cargo tie down eye 3. (cid:127) Special load straps 3.

Items to keep light objects tidy 3: (cid:127) Elastic floor cargo net 3. (cid:127) Elastic side cargo net for the right-hand

side of the luggage compartment 3.

The elastic nets may only be used to keep light objects tidy, not for anchoring. The floor net should be attached to the cargo tie down eye that are mounted on the CargoTracks™. Place the tie down eyes as far forward and as far back as possible on the CargoTracks™.

The side netting should be attached to the two tie down eyes which are included in the accessory kit and to two of the eyes mounted on the right-hand CargoTrack™ on the floor. The cargo tie down eyes, load straps and elastic nets are stored in the two floor lock- ers on the right- and left-hand side of the luggage compartment. The lockers are opened by lifting the respective fabric loop.

NOTICE

Do not place any objects so that the demisting and antenna elements on the inside of the window could be damaged.

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Cargo net 3

WARNING

The cargo in the luggage compartment must be anchored properly, even if the cargo net is correctly in position. The only purpose of the net is to prevent light objects from being thrown about in the cabin during heavy braking or in the event of a crash.

Install the net behind the rear seat backrest. 1 Remove the rearmost covers from the

roof.

2 Fasten the attachments at the top of the net to the two attachment points in the roof.

3 Secure a lashing eye furthest forward on each of the CargoTracks (see previous page). Attach the hooks on the net to these eyes. Tension the straps.

Cover over the fixing point for the cargo net

You can also install the cargo net directly behind the front seats when the rear seats are folded.

1 Remove the front covers from the roof. 2 Fasten the attachments at the top of the net to the two attachment points in the roof.

3 Wrap each strap around the tube

running under the rear edge of each front seat and attach the hook to the eye on the strap.

Attaching the cargo net to the roof

Hook attached to a lashing eye

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Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside.

NOTICE

The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as a an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release could damage it.

Trunk Release Handle

Storage tray 3 under luggage compartment floor, 9-5 SportCombi Secure the luggage compartment floor in the open position using the hook on the underside of the floor. The storage tray must be located under the luggage compartment floor. The cargo net can be stored here when not in use for example. Maximum recommended weight on the storage tray is 22 lbs. (10 kg).

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Economical motoring __ Driving in cold weather

Driving in hot weather _ Towing a trailer 3 _____ Driving with a roof rack load________________ Driving with a load ____ Driving with a spare wheel fitted _________ Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open______ Driving in deep water __ Towing the car________ Jump starting ________

170 172 173 174

179 179

181

181 181 181 184

Ignition switch ________ Starting the engine ____ Important considerations for driving___________ Refueling ____________ Engine Break-In Period_ Gear changing ________ Cruise control ________ Braking______________ Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)______ Parking brake ________ Parking ______________ Saab Parking Assistance 3 ________

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163 165 165

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3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).

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O FF

CK

LOCK position Engage reverse and turn the key to LOCK. Automatic transmission: select ”P”. The gear lever is locked. This is the only position in which the key can be removed. The parking lights, hazard warning lights and interior lighting all work. OFF position Gear lever no longer locked. Certain electrical circuits operational.

ON position All electrical circuits working. Do not leave the key in the ON position when the engine is not running. Turn the key to OFF to switch off the electri- cal circuits. In the ON position certain warn- ing and indicator lights come on as a check, and they normally are extinguished after about 3 seconds. ST (starter) position The starter operates when the key is turned to this position. When released, the key will spring back to the ON position. If the engine fails to start, the key must first be turned back to the position between OFF and LOCK before the starter can be oper- ated again. When the starter motor is running, several electrical circuits are disconnected to facili- tate starting.

Ignition switch The combined ignition switch and gear-lever lock is located in the center con- sole between the front seats. The ignition key can only be removed when reverse is engaged (automatic transmission: selector in ”P” position). The key fits all the locks on the car. The key number is specified on the small plastic strap that comes with the keys when the car is delivered. Keep a note of the key number in a safe place, as you will need to quote it if ordering a replacement key. See also page 44.

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NOTICE

Take care not to spill drinks or to drop crumbs over the ignition switch. If dirt or liquid gets into it, the switch may not operate properly.

WARNING

(cid:127) Always remove the key before leaving

the car.

(cid:127) Always apply the parking brake before

removing the ignition key.

If the car does not start If the text ”Key not accepted. Contact service.” is shown on the SID, after a failed start attempt, the cause could be a fault in the transmitter in the key, or in the receiver in the ignition lock. The following should be done: (cid:127) Turn the key back to the LOCK position. (cid:127) Turn the key to ON. (cid:127) Press one of the buttons on the remote

control (the LED stops blinking).

(cid:127) Start the engine. Try another key. If this works, then the fault is in the first key. We recommend that you contact an autho- rized Saab dealer for checking and rectifica- tion.

Note: Certain electronic items, such as cellular phones, may affect the starting produce- dure. Be sure that all devices are clear of the key/ignition switch area.

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WARNING

(cid:127) When starting the engine: – Sit down in the driver’s seat. – Depress the clutch pedal fully. If the gear lever is not in the neutral posi- tion, the clutch pedal must be fully depressed or the car will jump for- wards or backwards, which may cause a crash.

– Never start the car from outside the vehicle, e.g. through a wound down window. This could lead to serious personal injury.

(cid:127) Engage reverse (R) (position P for

automatic transmission) to remove the ignition key. The key can only be removed in this gear position.

(cid:127) Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Be alert to the danger of CO – always open the garage doors before starting the engine in the garage.

(cid:127) There is also a danger of CO poison- ing if the exhaust system is leaking.

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(cid:127) The tail pipe of the exhaust system

can become very hot during driving. Bear this in mind when loading and unloading the car.

(cid:127) Do not rest or sleep in the car when

parked with the engine running. There is a risk of depressing the accelerator which could lead to engine damage. There is also the risk that exhaust gases may enter the cabin.

It is possible for air to enter the lubricating system in conjunction with an oil or oil-filter change, or if the car has been stored for some time. This air can cause the hydraulic cam followers to emit a ticking noise, which can persist for up to 15 minutes after start- ing. Although this is quite normal and does not indicate any malfunction, it is advisable not to exceed 3,000 rpm before the noise has disappeared. The hydraulic cam lifters are completely service free; the valve clearance is set up at the factory and will not need any subse- quent adjustment.

Starting the engine Avoid racing the engine or putting a heavy load on it before it has warmed up. Drive away as soon as the oil warning light has been extinguished to enable the engine to attain its normal temperature as quickly as possible. The engine has an automatic choke and should be started as follows:

Cars with manual transmission

To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. 1 Depress the clutch pedal fully but do not

touch the accelerator.

2 Start the engine. Let the ignition key

spring back as soon as the engine has started and is running smoothly – at very low temperatures, you may need to run the starter for up to 25 seconds. Wait 20–30 seconds before running the starter again, to give the battery time to recover.

Note: On cars with manual transmission, if the starter fails to engage when the ignition key is turned to the start position, make sure the clutch pedal is full depressed. Misposi- tioned floor mats or other obstructions under the clutch pedal may affect starting.

Let the engine idle for about 10 seconds. Do not open the throttle wide for at least 2–3 minutes after starting.

Cars with automatic transmission 3
1 The selector lever must be in the P or N

position.

2 Keep your foot on the brake pedal. 3 Start the engine. Let the ignition key

spring back as soon as the engine has started and is running smoothly – at very low temperatures, you may need to run the starter for up to 25 seconds. Wait 20–30 seconds before running the starter again, to give the battery time to recover.

Let the engine idle for about 10 seconds. Do not open the throttle wide for at least 2–3 minutes after starting.

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Useful tips on cold climate starting If the engine has failed to start after several attempts in very cold weather, press and hold the accelerator down to the floor and run the starter for 5–10 seconds. This will prevent the engine being flooded (exces- sively rich fuel-air mixture). Now start the engine in the normal way – do not touch the accelerator. If the engine stalls immediately after starting (e.g. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine.

Limp-home mode The engine management system has a diagnostic feature that continually checks a number of internal functions. If, for example, a fault is detected in the throttle valve, the engine management system will go into Limp-home mode.This limits:

idling control,

(cid:127) disables the cruise -control system and

limits the capacity of the A/C compressor. If the limp-home mode is in operation (”Ser- vice Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE” light on, see below) and the out- side temperature is close to or below freez- ing, you may need to use some throttle on starting (some pressure on the accelerator). If the diagnostic system has detected a fault in the engine-management system, the ”Service Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE” light on the main instrument panel will come on (see page 58), indicating that you should have the car checked as soon as possible by a work- shop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer.

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NOTICE

If the CHECK ENGINE warning light starts to flash, ease off the accelerator slightly. If the light does not cease to flash within 5 seconds, stop the car in a suit- able place as soon as possible and turn off the engine. The car must be towed to a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the CHECK ENGINE warning light flashes, it indicates that the engine is mis- firing which can result in damage to the catalytic converter.

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Important considerations for driving The engine-management system in the Saab 9-5 is called Saab Trionic T7. The system manages the ignition, fuel injection and turbo boost pressure. The Trionic T7 system developed by Saab is an intelligent engine-management system designed to achieve optimum driv- ability under differing driving conditions. The system makes adjustments automati- cally, for instance, if the car is being driven at altitude (oxygen-deficient air), for differ- ent grades of fuel (AON 87–93) and for dif- ferent load conditions. 1 Starting and driving (cid:127) Refrain from using full throttle before

the engine has warmed up (before needle in mid-range on temperature gauge).

WARNING

If the engine is being run with the car on a rolling road or dynamometer, longer than for a standard state emission inspection, to ensure adequate cooling, air must be blown into the engine compartment and under the car at a rate equivalent to the ram-air effect that would be obtained at the corresponding road speed.

(cid:127) One of the advantages of boost pres- sure regulation is that the engine can also be run safely on gasoline with a lower octane rating, although not lower than AON 87. However, engine perfor- mance will fall slightly and heavy load- ing and laboring should be avoided. For optimum performance, use the recom- mended grade of fuel.

(cid:127) The maximum boost pressure is

adjusted automatically to the knocking or pinging tendency of the engine. Occasional, short-lived knocking when the engine is under a heavy load is perfectly normal; the extent will depend on the grade of fuel in the tank.

(cid:127) Isolated instances of knocking are

more likely to occur with low-octane fuel. This controlled form of knocking, followed by a reduction in the boost pressure, is a sign that the wastegate is functioning and is perfectly safe for the engine.

(cid:127) A safety function prevents the engine from revving faster than 6,000 rpm by limiting the induction air.

2 Stopping the engine (cid:127) Do not rev the engine immediately

before switching it off – stop the engine when it is idling.

3 Regulating the boost pressure

NOTICE

(cid:127) If the engine sounds strange there is a

fault in the system. Have the car checked without delay by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer.

(cid:127) The use of fuel with too low an octane

rating can cause serious engine damage.

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Important considerations with catalytic converters

NOTICE

Use only unleaded gasoline. Leaded gas- oline is detrimental to the catalyst and oxygen sensor and will seriously impair the function of the catalytic converter.

The catalytic converter is an emission-con- trol device incorporated in the car’s exhaust system. It consists of a metal canister with a honeycomb insert, the cells of which have walls coated in a catalytic layer (mixture of precious metals). To ensure that the catalytic converter con- tinues to function properly, and also to avoid damage to the converter and its associated components, the following points must be observed: (cid:127) Have the car serviced regularly in accor-

dance with the service program. The fuel and ignition systems are particularly important in this context.

(cid:127) Always be alert to any misfiring of the

engine (not running on all cylinders) and any loss of power or performance. At the first sign of a malfunction, reduce speed and take the car to a workshop as soon as possible. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer.

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(cid:127) Never park the car on dry grass or other

combustible material. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could there- fore start a fire.

(cid:127) Never drive off if the engine is misfiring. If you jump start the car when the engine is already up to normal temperature, the engine must start to run on all cylinders. Stop jump-starting if the engine fails to start immediately.

NOTICE

If the car runs out of fuel, it is possible for air to get into the fuel system. If this happens, the catalytic converter may overheat and be damaged.

Failure to follow these directions could result in the catalytic converter and associ- ated components being damaged, and could represent a breach of the warranty conditions.

Oxygen-sensor-controlled injection system 1 Engine control module 2 Oxygen sensor (lambda probe) 3 Catalytic converters

If the engine fails to start (in very cold weather or if the battery is flat), the car can be push started (manual gearbox only) or started using jumper cables to a donor battery. However, as soon as you have started the engine, it is important that it runs on all cylinders. If it is misfiring, allow it to idle for up to five minutes to give it time to settle and run smoothly. If, after this time, the engine still fails to run properly, turn off the engine and get in touch with a workshop for advice. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer.

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Refueling

WARNING

If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Gasoline fumes are highly explosive. Therefore: (cid:127) never smoke while refueling (cid:127) never use gasoline for any purpose

other than as engine fuel

(cid:127) gasoline is extremely flammable and can cause severe burns. No open or exposed flames near gasoline

(cid:127) do not use a mobile phone at the

same time as refueling.

NOTICE

NOTICE

(cid:127) Do not overfill. Fuel should not come

right up the filler pipe as room for expansion is needed for when the temperature rises.

(cid:127) The use of fuel with too low an octane

rating can cause serious engine damage.

(cid:127) Clean fuel from painted surfaces as

soon as possible.

(cid:127) Do not use additives with E85-fuel.

The engine control module (ECM) mon- itoring the engine parameters also stores fault codes. Under certain circumstances, this may cause constant illumination of the ”Ser- vice Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE” indicator light , thus indi- cating a fault that must be checked by your Saab dealer, see page 58. NOTE: always observe the following two measures: (cid:127) Make sure that the fuel filler cap is

screwed on correctly before the engine is started. Screw on the fuel filler cap until you hear 3 clicks.

(cid:127) Avoid driving with the fuel low level indicator illuminated. The symbol illuminates when less than approxi- mately 2 gallons (8 litres) of fuel remains in the tank.

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Refueling

WARNING

If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notify- ing the station attendant. Leave the area immediately.

1 Switch off the engine. 2 Open the fuel cap, located in the

right-hand rear fender.

3 Insert the fuel pump nozzle beyond the flange on the filler pipe and let the first mark (a ring, a pimple or the first spring-coil) rest on the flange. Do not withdraw the nozzle while filling is in progress.

4 Cease refueling the first time the pump

stops, and wait a few seconds after you´ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle.

NOTICE

Do not overfill. Fuel should not come right up the filler pipe as expansion room is needed when the temperature rises. (cid:127) Fill to maximum filling capacity. (cid:127) Stop filling after the first time that the nozzle trips to shut off the flow of fuel.

(cid:127) Filling capacity can differ between different fuel stations and outside temperature. Fuel tank volume when nozzle trips to shut off, may vary by 0.5 gal. (2 liters).

(cid:127) Do not fill fuel all the way up the filler pipe. The gasoline must be allowed room for expansion especially during hot weather.

Fuel cap To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear 3 clicks. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or is improperly installed. See Service Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE indicator light on page 58.

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When refueling, hang the fuel cap inside the fuel door

The most effective way to prevent conden- sation forming in the tank (and thus avoid possible running problems) is to keep the tank well filled. Before the onset of freezing temperatures in winter, it may be advisable to add gasoline anti-freeze to the fuel a few times to dispel any condensation in the system. The fuel door has a built in filler cap holder slot located on the fuel door. Slide the white ring on the cap into the slot. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly

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Filling a portable fuel container

Fuel (Gasoline Engine)

WARNING

Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity dis- charge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: (cid:127) Dispense gasoline only into approved

containers.

(cid:127) Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground.

(cid:127) Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operat- ing the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete.

(cid:127) Do not smoke while pumping gaso-

line.

Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an impor- tant part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle.

Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. Otherwise, you might damage your engine. A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal. This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher-octane fuel is necessary. If you are using 87 octane or higher-octane fuel and hear heavy knock- ing, your engine needs service. Although not required, use higher octane fuel for opti- mum performance - 93 octane.

Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet spec- ifications which were developed by automo- bile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Auto- mobile Manufacturers at www.autoalli- ance.org/fuel_charter.htm. Gasoline meet- ing these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control

system performance compared to other gasoline.

NOTICE

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gaso- lines, if they comply with the specifica- tions described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.

California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speci- fications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on and your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. See Service Engine Light also known as CHECK ENGINE indicator light on page 58. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.

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Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work prop- erly. You should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S. Environmental Pro- tection Agency regulations. Saab recom- mends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean. If your vehicle experi- ences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gaso- lines may be available in your area to con- tribute to clean air. Saab recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier.

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty. Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcy- clopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. Saab does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for service.

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Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country out- side the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recom- mended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving.

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Engine Break-In Period Pistons, bores and bearings need time to obtain uniform, wear-resistant surfaces. If a new engine is driven too hard, this grad- ual process of bedding-in will not be possi- ble and the life of the engine will be short- ened. During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), do not exceed 5,000 rpm. In addition, refrain from driving the car at full throttle, other than for brief instances, during the first 1,800 miles (3,000 km).

Wearing in new brake pads New brake pads take time to bed in, about 90 miles (150 km) if the car is driven largely under stop-and-go conditions or about 300 miles (500 km) of highway driving. To extend the useful life of the pads, avoid hard braking as much as possible during this period.

Gear changing Manual transmission 3
To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. The gear positions are marked on the gear lever. Before reverse (R) can be engaged, you must lift the ring underneath the gear-lever knob. To change gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It is inadvisable to drive with your hand resting on the gear lever, as this can increase the wear on the transmission. When changing down from 5th to 4th gear, ease the gear lever straight back, without applying any lateral pressure. This will pre- vent 2nd gear being engaged by mistake, which can result in overreving and possible damage to the engine. Before engaging reverse, wait till the car is at a standstill, release the accelerator and fully depress the clutch. From neutral, press the gear lever firmly to the right before easing it back into reverse.

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R4

NOTICE

When the reverse gear is to be engaged the car must be at a standstill with the accelerator fully released. Lift the reverse lock-out collar and push the gear lever firmly to the right in neutral before easing it into reverse.

Towing Towing of cars with manual transmis- sion, see page 181.

Automatic transmission 3

WARNING

(cid:127) Make it a habit to keep your foot on the brake when selecting a drive position, to prevent the car from creeping for- ward (or backward if reverse is selected).

(cid:127) The car must be at a standstill before P, R or N is selected. You have to have