2000 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 87

Instruments and controls Programming II It is also possible to customize the ACC system to adapt to driving and weather conditions. Function Operation in AUTO mode Standard operation in after Programming II AUTO mode The A/C compressor is not switched on until the outside temperature goes above +55°F (+13°C). - This function can be used to save fuel, since the A/C compressor will not be in action for so long a time. In wet weather, however, the A/C compressor should be on at below 57°F (14°C) as well, since this reduces the risk of misting on the windows. A/C compressor cuts in when outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C). 87 Programming and cancellation of programming is carried out by holding the appropriate button down until the corresponding symbol has flashed 4 times, an audible signal has sounded and the following text for the desired function has appeared in the SID. Make sure the ignition is ON. Function Text displayed on SID during programming ACC: LO TEMP A/C CTRL ACC: MANUAL RDEFR CTRL Text displayed on SID when cancelling program ACC: NORMAL A/C CTRL ACC: AUTO RDEFR CTRL Rear-window heating can The heating will come on only be switched on manu- about five seconds after ally. the engine has started if the outside temperature is below +41°F (+5°C). -The activation time depends on the outside temperature. Example: If you want to control the switching on and off of the heating for the rear window and the door mirrors manually, hold the button depressed until the symbol has flashed 4 times, an audible signal has sounded and the following text has appeared in the SID. SID shows: ACC: MANUAL RDEFR CTRL Once a function has been recorded under "Programming II", it will remain in the system until you cancel the program. AUTO will still show on the display after a function has been saved in "Programming II". Additional programming features, see page 231.