2002 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual
2002 Saab 9-5 Manual
2002 Saab 9-5 manual content summary:
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Owner's Manual Saab 9-5, Model Year 2000 Safety Security Instruments and controls Saab 9-5 Audio System Interior equipment and trunk Starting and driving Car care and technical information Maintenance and owner assistance Specifications Index 11 31 45 77 101 129 165 217 225 241 © Saab Automobile AB - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
by Saab Automobile AB can damage other parts of the car. The specifications, design particulars and illustrations included in the manual are not binding. Introduction This manual provides practical guidance on driving and caring for your Saab. The Saab 9-5 is available with the following engine - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
_____ Fuel gauge _____ Engine temperature gauge _____ 46 53 52 53 53 Trip computer (Saab Information Display, SID) __ 54 Night panel _____ 59 Clock _____ 60 Traction Control (TCS) Switch 51, 147 Parking lights _____ 61 High/low beam _____ 61 Daytime running lights _____ 61 Rear fog light _____ - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
_ Anticorrosion treatment ___ Service program_____ 111 209 209 211 211 221 Roof-rack load _____ Mounting holes for roof rack ____ Maximum loads _____ Rearview mirrors _____ 155 155 226 108 Hood _____ 166 Engine compartment: washing __ 210 Front lights _____ 61 Headlight switch _____ 61 High/low - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
35 Safety belt care _____ 207 Glove compartment _____ 113 Manual transmission ____ 137 Automatic transmission __ 138 Electric windows _____ Ignition switch _____ Starting the engine _____ Break-In period_____ Driving in hot weather _____ Driving in winter _____ Parking _____ 110 130 131 137 151 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
considerations for driving _____ 132 Turbo unit _____ 167 Engine: technical data _____ 228 Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission _____ Manual transmission oil _____ Automatic-transmission fluid ____ 137 138 232 232 Jump starting _____ 177 Battery _____ 177 Battery charge _____ - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
_ 65 Washer fluid: topping-up __ 181 Washer jets _____ 181 Important considerations for driving _____ 132 Turbo unit _____ 167 Engine: technical data _____ 228 Automatic transmission _____ 138 Automatic-transmission fluid ____ 232 Jump starting _____ 177 Battery _____ 177 Battery charge _____ 177 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
may cause personal injury. SYSTEM TO BE SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. for instructions consult workshop manual. The A/C system complies with SAE J639 ATTENTION Refrigerant sous haute pression 4756961 Drive belt Danger! Moving belt WL3 Brake fluid CLEAN FILLER CAP BEFORE REMOVING. USE - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
WARNING Flip visor over Child security lock Locked. The door can only be opened from outside. Safety catch (9-5 Wagon) Locked The tailgate cannot be opened from the inside. CANADA Door mirrors Do not trap your fingers when folding out the mirrors 50 10 111 USA WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
crawl underneath car when it is jacked up. JACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Set parking brake and shift transmission to park. 2 Fit top of jack into jacking Saab 9-5 & 9-3.Use on level ground only. Use vehicle support stands. Safe working load 2000 lbs. (1,000 kg). For more information see your owner´s manual - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Safety 11 Safety Safety belts...Child safety...Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System "SRS"). 12 18 23 IB1274 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
the front seats are fitted with automatic Saab dealer. Bear in mind that in certain states it is a legal requirement for all occupants of the car to wear a seat belt. Safety-belt reminder When the ignition is switched on, the "fasten belts" reminder will light up until the driver or front - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
is worn. IB410 • For most of the time a safety belt is worn, the retractor will allow the wearer freedom of movement. The retractor locks up automatically if the belt is jerked or withdrawn sharply, the car tilts, the brakes are applied hard or a collision occurs. • Children who have grown out of - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
14 Safety To fasten the belt Press the red button to release the belt IB412 IB411 Automatic height adjustment on door pillar Front safety belts Fasten the belt by pulling the belt and inserting the tongue in the buckle. Check that it is securely fastened. Grasp the shoulder - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Safety 15 Safety belt use during pregnancy Pregnant women must always wear a safety belt to protect both themselves and the unborn child. The lap portion of the belt should be worn as low as possible across the hips - below the abdomen throughout the pregnancy. IB414 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
in the lock. Check that it is securely fastened. Then grip the diagonal part of the strap near the lock and pull the belt upwards towards the shoulder the lap strap. The lap strap should lie low over the hips. The diagonal part should lie as far in on the shoulder as possible. To release the belt, - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
accordance with the installation instructions accompanying the child seat. 4 Grasp the shoulder part of the safety the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely body, and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis or the pelvis, chest and - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
of the rear seat in the Saab 9-5 Sedan the center armrest must the car. • NEVER put a child seat in the front. • Children 12 and under can be killed by the instructions, to the fixing points beneath the driver´s and passenger´s seat. The fixing points on electrically adjustable seats are color - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Safety Saab 9-5 Wagon: For child car seats that are approved for rear-facing installation in the rear seat and have top tether straps, we recommend that you position the seat in the center seat. This type of child seat must be secured with the three-point seat belt and the two underside anchorage - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
its upper position and than route the tether under the head restraint. 3 Attach the tether to the anchorage. Child tether anchorages, Saab 9-5 Wagon. Design 2 Design 2 (9-5 Wagon only): All three child anchorages are installed at factory. 1 Fold the backrest of the rear seat forward, see page 119 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Safety 21 Integrated booster seat (Accessory) The integrated booster seat in the back is intended for children weighing 33-80 lbs. (15-36 kg) and between 38 and 54 inches (97 and 137 cm) tall. When seated in the integrated booster seat, the child must wear the standard three-point safety belt. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
sharp edges. • Adjust the head restraint so that it provides the best possible support when there is a passenger in the rear seat. Label in integrated booster seat WARNING Failure to follow all the manufacturer's instructions on the use of this child restraint system can cause your child to strike - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
the steering wheel, a front passenger airbag and side airbags in the front seats steering-wheel center padding. • If the AIR BAG warning light remains on after the car has been started or comes on while you are driving, have the car checked immediately by an authorized Saab dealer. The warning light - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
together take less than 0.1 second. The inflating airbag cushions the driver. SRS (airbag) system with belt pretensioners 1 2 3 4 5 6 Electronic control module and sensor Belt pretensioners (for both front safety belts) Steering wheel with integral airbag Passenger airbag Side-airbag sensor Side - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
-facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag. Inflation of the airbag in the event of an accident could seriously injure or kill a child. The airbags are interconnected and have a common warning light. The passenger airbag module is housed in the fascia above - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. Frequently asked questions on powerfully in order to protect an adult person in a serious frontal collision. SRS servicing The SRS must be inspected as part of the normal service - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are available through your Saab drive the car after an airbag has been inflated, even if it is possible. What won't trigger the front airbags? The airbag will not be activated in all front of skin irritation. If this trouble persists, you should consult a - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
car on impact, and at which point on the car's side the impact occurs. The sensors, which are fitted in the front doors, sense the rise in pressure caused by the door panel being pressed in during an impact condition. The side airbag trigger will be commanded based on the characteristics of this - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
in the area of the side airbag must immediately be repaired by an authorized Saab dealer. • Do not modify the speaker installation in the front doors or install speakers other than those specifically approved by Saab. Side airbag components 1 2 3 4 Side airbag Sensor Moisture barrier Label on seat - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
30 Safety - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Security 31 Security Doors...Central locking ...Car alarm ...32 32 38 IB446 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
code for your car. When the key is inserted in the ignition, the code is checked. If it matches, the car can be started. Door handle Key / Remote control 1 To lock 2 To unlock 3 Opening the trunk (9-5 Sedan) Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 Wagon) Doors Door handles Pull the handle to open the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
control: all doors unlocked. Hazard warning lights flash twice and horn chirps twice. Locking by key (1) Turn the key clockwise: all doors locked. The trunk cannot be opened using the switch on the driver's door. Unlocking by key (2) Turn the key counterclockwise once: the driver´s door will unlock - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
If the car is left with the doors open, the interior lighting and the courtesy lights in the doors will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes, to prevent a flat battery. Opening with key The driver´s door can be opened mechanically with the key (e.g. defective remote control or discharged - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
to function properly. The battery life is 3-4 years in normal use. Battery type: Panasonic CR 2032, 3V lithium. Avoid putting fingerprints on the flat sides of the battery. 35 IB1118 Change of battery, remote control 1 Battery 2 Control module Child safety lock on rear doors Child safety locks - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
system. The trunk lid release switch on the driver's door is inoperative when the car is locked from outside by remote control or key. Press the switch on the driver's door to unlock the trunk lid. The trunk lid is locked automatically when closed. Tailgate, 9-5 Wagon The tailgate is not unlocked - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
with the button on the remote control. 37 • With the button on the centre console. • With the key in the driver's door. IB1225 IB1223 Safety lock Safety lock The tailgate has a safety lock which is activated with a button to the right of the tailgate lock. When the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
the car is locked/unlocked by the remote control or by the key, see page 33. The antenna for the alarm system is located in the center console. All the doors plus trunk lid and hood are monitored by microswitches, and window-glass sensors will trigger the alarm if any glass is broken - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
glass sensor, "SERVICE THEFT ALARM" will appear on the SID. Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) When the key is inserted in the ignition, a signal is sent to the receiver. If the signal is verified, the engine can be started. Each time the key is removed from the ignition, the electronic - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
alarm is armed, it will be triggered if any door, or the trunk lid or hood, is opened or if a window is broken. The alarm will also be triggered if an attempt is made to bypass or short-circuit the ignition switch, or to disconnect the battery. If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
if any window is broken and triggers the alarm. To disable the sensor, see page 39. Car-battery voltage The battery for the remote control will normally have a life of 3-4 years. When the battery needs changing, "REPLACE KEY BATTERY" will appear on the SID. After fitting a new battery, press the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
by an authorized Saab dealer. Fault in key transmitter or in ignition-switch receiver. Turn ignition switch to ON and press the unlock button on the remote control. Start the engine. Have the car checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Fit a new battery in the remote control, see page 35. Window-glass - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Security 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 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
44 Security - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
45 PUSH ON VOL PULL BAL 1 4 2 5 3 6 Instruments and controls Indicator and warning lights ...Instruments ...Trip computer SID...Switches ...Automatic climate control (ACC) ...46 52 54 61 67 ECON OFF ºF ºC BAS TRE FAD DOLBY B NR SEARCH AS WB RADIO BAND ECON OFF IB1082 CLEAR SET - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
60 70 100 120 4 80 140 Indicator and warning lights A number of indicator and warning lights will come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. Under normal conditions, these should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (see page 52). 90 160 30 40 100 110 Warning, oil - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
properly), the battery will not be charged, the A/C compressor will not run and power assistance for the steering will be lost. Brake warning light This light will come on together with if there is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir (see pages 175 / 176). If the ABS warning light is on at - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. The light will come on for about three seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the Start or Drive position. It should go out after the engine has started. Central warning light This light will - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
) of fuel left in the tank. Indicator, rear fog light This light shows when the rear fog light is on (see page 62). The rear fog light is switched off automatically when the engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
in the transmission. Switch the ignition off and on again to check if the fault persists. Even if the fault persists, it is still possible to drive the car (see page 140). Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. Indicator, SPORT-mode This light will - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Traction-control-system: OFF The indicator light goes on when the Traction Control System is switched off with the TCS OFF button. IMPORTANT: the Traction Control System is automatically engaged every time the engine is started (see page 147). The indicator light also goes on when there is a fault - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
should come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. They should go out after about 3 seconds. The following lights light up until the engine is started, presuming that no fault exists: • Central warning light • Oil pressure warning light • Warning, charging ... Reset button The reset - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 53
this is down to about 2.5 gal. (10 liters), a warning light on the main instrument panel will come on (see page 49). Use the Saab Information display (SID) to check the approximate distance that can be travelled on the remaining fuel (see page 55). Temperature gauge The temperature gauge shows the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
display the message "FILL COOLANT FLUID". WARNING It is strongly recommended that the SID settings be changed only when the car is stationary. The driver's attention can otherwise easily be distracted from the road. Selector lever indication (Automatic transmission) The position of the selector - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
except Night Panel Mode, SID will automatically display the outdoor temperature when 2 Press the SET button for at least one second (figures start to flash and a chime sounds). 3 Use or to increase FUEL ∅ SPD ∅ Outdoor temperature and Date. Estimated range (distance to empty fuel tank). Average fuel - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
. The Alarm and Speed-warning settings will not be cancelled when the engine is switched off. When the Alarm has been set to come on at a specified function as a trip meter (see "Using DIST as a trip meter"). The starting value for the trip meter will be the last distance set in the DIST function - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
is maintained 1 Select DIST using the button. 2 Set the distance to be covered. 3 Press to select SPD Ø. 4 Set the average speed you intend to drive at. 5 Press SET to display the estimated arrival time. At the beginning of a journey, the SPD Ø and ARRIV functions will display current values. If - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
the ignition has been switched off and then on again. The following messages may be displayed: Message FRONT LIGHT FAILURE REAR LIGHT FAILURE FOG LIGHT FAILURE BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE TEST BRAKE LIGHTS FILL COOLANT FLUID REPLACE KEY BATTERY KEY NOT ACCEPTED SERVICE THEFT ALARM TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
(15 liters), the fuel gauge will be illuminated. • If the engine temperature rises above normal, the temperature gauge will be illuminated. • If the speed of the car exceeds 84 mph (135 km/h), the entire speedometer will be illuminated. • In cars with automatic transmission, if the selector lever - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
60 Instruments and controls Selecting units and language 1 Press CLEAR and SET simultaneously for four seconds until a chime sounds. 2 Press or units. 3 Touch SET. 4 Press or language. 5 Touch SET. to select the required Units and language versions The SID has four sets of units: METRIC IMP. 1 km - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
and controls 61 Switches Daytime running lights The parking lights and daytime running lights come on automatically when the ignition switch is ON. Note to owners in the U.S.: If you do not want Daytime Running Lights, this feature can be disconnected: switch off the engine and remove fuse No. 35 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the button to switch on the rear fog light, which will only come on if the headlights are on. The rear fog light will go off automatically when the engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
to other road users. Reversing lights The reversing lights come on automatically when reverse gear is engaged or selected with the ignition switched on. IB356 Switch on the hazard flashers if the car has to be left at the roadside on account of an accident, engine trouble or a puncture. If you - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
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. Luggage-compartment lighting The luggage-compartment lighting comes on automatically when the trunk is - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
control stalk to the spring-loaded position between 0 and 2 will produce a single sweep of the wipers. The wipers are designed for optimal cleaning at all driving speeds. At higher speeds, it may be possible to detect a slight "sweeping" sound. This may be due to the increased air pressure on the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
window wiper (9-5 Wagon) The rear-window wiper and washer are operated with the same stalk switch as used for washing and wiping the windshield and headlights. This stalk has two additional switches of the rear window, the wiper makes a single sweep to wipe away any remaining washer fluid. A spring- - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
either side of the car behind the rear bumper. ºF AUTO ºC ECON OFF ºF ºC 2 1 3 4 AUTO 5 6 ECON OFF IB367 9 7 ACC panel 1 2 3 4 5 Temperature setting: LH side AUTO: All settings selected automatically Manual setting of fan speed Manual setting of air distribution Rear-window heating: ON/OFF - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
of the fascia). • Two blended-air temperature sensors (mounted inside the front floor vents). Caution If anything is placed over the sun sensor, the . In winter, for instance, the outer vents can be directed onto the door windows for enhanced demisting. The flow of air through the panel vents can be - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
temperature zones: • The driver's zone. • The passenger zone (front and rear seats). The and floor. • Recirculation OFF (even if manually selected before). • Fan: high speed. • • Maximum cooling (A/C compressor will run even if ECON manually selected before). • Air distribution through panel vents. • - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
, air distribution and fan speed still under automatic control. • Pressing AUTO once will cancel all previous manual selections. • Pressing AUTO a second time will result in all the automatically selected settings being displayed. When the engine is started, the A/C system is in AUTO mode, apart - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
71 IB373 The rear-window and door-mirror heating is controlled manually. Switch off the heating as soon as the rear window is clear, to avoid imposing a heavy load on the battery longer than necessary. Note, however, that the heating will go off automatically after 5-10 minutes (depending - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
ON. The defroster function will continue to operate until a new selection is made, although the heating for the rear window and door mirrors will be switched off automatically after 5-10 minutes, depending on the temperature outside. Press twice: Air will be directed onto the windshield with no - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Manual selections can be programmed into the ACC system so that these will take effect when the car is started. Note that the ignition must be switched Starting in cold weather To start with, the system will automatically select the defroster setting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
heating about five seconds after the can only be switched engine has started if the out- on manually. door temperature is below 41°F (+5°C). -This function helps to prevent ice or mist forming on the rear window in cold, damp weather. Fuel consumption may increase slightly. To program a function or - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
the battery has been disconnected or has run flat, the system will need to be recalibrated. To start the calibration procedure: 1 Start the engine. can only be done by an authorized Saab dealer, see page 237. Useful tips (Before driving the car to an authorized Saab dealer) • If AUTO is not shown - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
of window glass are likely to be a problem, e.g. in torrential rain or severe cold coupled with Condensation When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified, and the resultant condensation is the car, in the vicinity of the front doors. It is therefore perfectly normal for water - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Audio System Quick guide to the Saab 9-5 Audio System ...Sound controls...Radio ...Cassette player ...CD player ...CD changer...General functions ...Steering-wheel controls ...Security lock...Technical data ...Installation of car phone (option)...Fault codes ...79 81 82 84 87 89 93 94 94 95 98 99 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
on the 9-5 SE (Prestige system is also available as an option on the 9-5 S model.) Both models have been specially matched to the Saab 9-5 cabin. The two models are comprised of a radio, CD player and cassette player. A six-disc CD changer for installation in the luggage compartment is available as - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
used will be activated. If the Audio System is switched on when the ignition key is not in the switch, the system will automatically be switched off after one hour has elapsed since a control button on the radio was last pressed. OFF To switch the system OFF, press the volume button or remove - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
player. See page 84 CD changer (accessory/option). See page 89 Switch to playback other side of tape. CD RDM Eject. Press once: Change to CD changer when CD player is active. Press twice: Change to CD changer when radio or cassette player is active. Press & hold briefly: Random playback of entire - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Saab 9-5 Audio System 81 Sound controls ON/OFF The Audio System will come on: • When the volume control is pressed. • When the ignition is switched ON, if the Audio System was on when the ignition key was last removed. The Audio System will be switched the front and rear sets of speakers. IB1154 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
. During this time, the radio will be mute. The sound will return as soon as the station has been stored. Tuning (2) Automatic seek tuning: Press SEEK >> briefly to search for higher frequencies or - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Saab 9-5 Audio System Press and hold in the AS/SEARCH button for more than a Weather Band) (5) Press the WB button to select the Weather Band mode. The radio will automatically search for the strongest national weather service station in the area. When a weather band station is received, the display - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
84 Saab 9-5 Audio System Cassette player Before playing a tape, make sure that the label is secure and that the cassette is not warped, otherwise the cassette can become jammed in the deck. The cassette player senses automatically whether the tape is normal or metal (Type I or Type II). PUSH ON - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
will now appear on the display: 85 Fast forward/rewind Press and hold SEEK >> to start fastforward to the end of the tape. The following will now appear on the display: Auto music search (Blank skip) To switch the Blank-skip function ON/OFF, press and hold SEEK (mid-segment). When the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 86
as this can damage the cassette and the tape. Always keep cassettes in their boxes when not in use. If a cassette should become jammed in the deck, seek help from an authorized Saab dealer. Type II (metal) tapes The cassette has an automatic tape-type selector. Cleaning-due indicator After - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 87
-side up, and allow the mechanism to load it automatically. Playback of the first track will start and the following message will appear on the display: PUSH 3 ON VOL PULL BAL 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 SEEK BAS TRE FAD DOLBY B NR SEARCH AS RADIO BAND CD RDM 2 Track search (1) Rapid play (passage - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Saab and holding > SEEK will start Rapid play. Press any segment of the track search Press SEEK (mid-segment) once to switch between the CD-PLAY and CD-TRACK modes. Eject do not remove the disc, the CD player will automatically close the tray again after 10 seconds, without restarting - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 89
compartment, Saab 9-5 Sedan CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Wagon To the Audio System is in the RADIO or TAPE mode, press the CD not been changed, the system will start playback from where it left off types of CD are only suitable for home use and can therefore cause operational problems - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 90
90 Saab 9-5 Audio System If the is played. After a magazine has been loaded, playback will start with the first track on the first CD when the CD changer on the display: SEARCH AS RADIO BAND CD RDM 3 Selecting CDs (1) When the CD changer is operating, the radio preset buttons work for the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 91
current track. Thus, to play the preceding track, press - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 92
92 SCAN Saab 9-5 Audio System Scanning the entire magazine: Press and hold SEEK (mid-segment - two chimes) to start a scan of the the next during random playback (RADIO/TAPE/ CD). The CD changer will now enter stand-by mode. Scanning the current CD: To start the SCAN function, which enables - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 93
• START VOL - maximum volume level when the Audio System is switched on • TEL VOL - preset volume level when an in-car phone is activated • SP D VOL - speed-dependent volume. The Audio System will automatically row of the Audio System, e.g. RADIO/BAND, to save the new default setting - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 94
System controls on steering wheel SRC (source) Press repeatedly to switch between RADIO ⇒ TAPE ⇒ CD ⇒ (CD changer) ⇒RADIO ⇒...VOL +/-: Volume adjust. If a CD changer is to be retrofitted or if you wish to move the main Audio System module and/or CD changer to another car (Saab 9-5), you must consult - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Saab 9-5 Audio System 95 Technical data Tone controls Bass _____ ±10 dB at 100 Hz Treble _____ ±10 dB at 10,000 Hz Power output Premium _____ 150 W 110 W at 1% THD (total harmonic distortion) and 13.5 V Prestige _____ 200 W 150 W at 1% THD (total harmonic distortion) and 13.5 V Radio module Radio - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Saab 9-5 Audio System IB386 IB389 Antennas The Audio System has three antennas incorporated in the rear window; two for FM diversity and one for AM. Multipath propagation Multipath propagation occurs when radio can create interference to radio reception. To avoid this problem as much as possible - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Saab 9-5 Audio System FM 97 AM IB391 IB390 Sources of FM interference Interference to FM reception can be caused by the electrical systems in other vehicles, particularly if the signal from the transmitter is weak. Cross-modulation When the radio is tuned to a weak transmitter in the vicinity - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 98
by volume controls on steering wheel or on Audio System module (see also "Volume-preset mode", page 93). • If the sound is distorted, adjust by means of the volume control on telephone set. • Phone battery charging when phone is in its cradle. Please refer to the instructions supplied with the phone - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 99
mechanical fault in deck. Tape snarled up or mechanical fault in deck. Cassette jammed: cannot be loaded/ejected. WARNING The electromagnetic field inside the car transmission/reception and a greater range. Mobile phones and communications radios that are not supplied as standard equipment by Saab - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 100
OnStar, a vehicle telematics communications and navigation system. See the separate OnStar owner's manual supplied in your vehicle's document organizer. The CD player/CD changer is classified as Class 1 laser equipment • Service and repair work must only be carried out by authorized technicians - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
trunk 101 Interior equipment and trunk Seats ...Steering-wheel adjustment ...Rear-view mirrors ...Electric windows...Sunroof ...Sun visors...Ashtrays...Glove compartment ...Cup holders ...Trunk ...Spare wheel and tools ...Fuel filler flap...Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency...102 107 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 102
either of the front doors is open. For safety reasons, if the door is closed, the seat can only be adjusted when the ignition is ON. Note, however, that both seats can be adjusted for 30 seconds after both doors have been closed. WARNING The seats are actuated by powerful motors. Take care that - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
angle To adjust the backrest, move the upper control forward or back. IB403 Lumbar support Turn the smaller wheel for stepless adjustment of the lumbar support. WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that the safety belt, airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
and press the tiny button adjacent to the door-mirror control. When you deselect reverse, the mirror will return to its original setting automatically (see page 108). IB404 Programmable driver's seat (certain models only) In certain models the driver´s seat is equipped with a programmable memory - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
so that the head is well supported and the center of the head driver's rearward vision when the seat is unoccupied, see also page 116. Ventilated front seats (option) Ventilated front switch is set to 0. WARNING The head restraint should not be folded down when the seat is occupied. 9-5 Wagon - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 106
106 Interior equipment and trunk Electric heating, front seats (option) Both front seats have adjustable and thermostat-controlled heating of the seat cushion and backrest, available as an option. Heating is adjustable in three stages. In position 0 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 107
locking mechanism. Move the steering wheel to the desired position and then lift the lever to lock it. Make sure that the lever is fully locked before driving off. Horn The horn is sounded by pressing the central part of the steering wheel. WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel unless the car - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 108
" type. The adjusting switch is on the driver's door. If the car is equipped with a programmable driver's seat, the settings of the door mirrors can also be stored in the preset buttons for the seat (see page 104). The mirrors are heated, and the heating comes on and goes off with the rear-window - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
with a programmable driver's seat also have a facility for angling the nearside mirror down on reversing, e.g. for a better view of the curb. After selecting reverse, press the tiny button adjacent to the door-mirror switch to tilt the mirror. The mirror will be reset automatically when reverse gear - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 110
. To close: Front windows: Lift the front of the switch. Rear windows: Lift the back of the switch. The actuating motor will be switched off automatically when the window is fully closed or when the switch is released. Child safety: rear windows (ON/OFF) The window switches on the rear doors can be - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
ignition key when leaving the car, to avert the danger of injury arising from unattended children operating the sunroof. The sunroof is operated by the switch on the overhead panel above the rearview mirror an interior, manual, sliding sun blind fluid, wash the seal along the front edge, together - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
window. A vanity mirror is provided on the back of the sun visors. The vanity mirrors door. A cigarette lighter is fitted adjacent to the front ashtray, and there is also one in the back of the center console. Front ashtray 1 To open the ashtray, push gently on the center/upper part of the front - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 113
keeping drinks chilled, etc. Slide the cover towards you to admit cold air. Additional storage facilities are provided (see next page). 1 square recesses in the door trim. The cigarette lighter sockets can also be used for accessories (e.g. to charge a mobile phone) when the ignition is ON. IB434 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 114
114 Interior equipment and trunk IB436 In the doors On leading edge of front seats IB437 On the back of the front seats Console between front seats At bottom of door pillars adjacent to front-seat backrests Center armrest for rear seat IB439 IB440 IB441 IB438 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 115
in the instrument panel fascia, in the center console compartment between the front seats, and in the rear-seat armrest. To access the cup holder armrest and press the front edge of the holder. Close in the same way. The number of cup holders provided may vary between models. WARNING • The cup - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 116
can be folded independently. Folding down of the rear seat is easier if the front seats are not all the way back, and the rear head restraints are position. • Keep hands well clear of all moving parts. • Never place heavy objects on the rear window shelf. There is always a danger of loose objects - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Interior equipment and trunk WARNING • Place heavy items closest to the backrest and stow smaller and lighter items on top. • Secure heavy and bulky items using the four tie down points provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
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 handbrake. This averts the danger of the car moving off suddenly if a long item were to knock the gear or selector - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 119
seat, 9-5 Wagon Both the narrow and wide sections of the rear seat can be folded separately. Folding is facilitated if the front seats are not the backrest forward in the corresponding manner. 6 Adjust the front seats for optimal driving/passenger comfort. IB1211 NOTE The safety belts for the outer - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
folded backrest. • Always be aware of the risk of pinching when handling moving parts of the seating. • Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There net's storage cassette on the right-hand side. Folding the narrow section of the backrest The folding is facilitated if the front seat is not - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
rear seat. • Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the backrest light objects tidy, not for the anchoring of loads. • If possible, avoid having the rear seat folded down when driving compartment during a sudden stop or front crash if the outer safety belts are - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
the right-hand side of the luggage compartment (accessory). The elastic nets may only be used to keep light objects tidy, not for anchoring. The floor net should be attached to the cargo bolts that are mounted the demisting and antenna elements on the inside of the window could be damaged. IB1215 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 123
on the roof. 4 Make sure that the hooks on the net's own storage cassette fit against the net mesh. 123 Cover over the fixing point for the cargo also be used when the whole rear seat is folded. There are two front attachment points in the roof for this purpose. IB1217 Attaching the cargo net - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
out. IB1220 • Be aware of the risk of pinching when handling the sliding floor. • Never drive the car with the sliding floor pulled out. • Always use the car's regular cargo anchoring when transporting kg. Setting up 1 Lift up the floor. 2 Fold out the support wheels. 3 Set the floor down on the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 125
and push in the floor to the inner locking position. Make sure that the floor is locked correctly. 4 Tie down the load with Saab's load straps according to the instructions, see page 121. IB1221 Folding down the sliding floor When the floor is not in use 1 Lift up the floor. 2 Fold down - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 126
opens slightly automatically when released. Refueling, see page 134. Opening the fuel filler flap in an emergency If the fuel filler flap fails to open after the button on the driver's door has been pressed, it can be opened manually from inside the trunk. 9-5 Sedan: Start by checking fuse 25 (see - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Interior equipment and trunk 127 To open filler flap in an emergency, 9-5 Wagon 9-5 Wagon: Start by checking fuse 25 (see page 194). On the right-hand side of the luggage compartment, in the storage locker, is a thin wire that is tied to the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 128
128 Interior equipment and trunk - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 129
Starting and driving 129 Starting and driving IB597 Ignition switch ...Starting the engine ...Important considerations for driving ...Refueling ...Engine Break-In Period ...Gear changing ...Cruise control ...Braking ...Traction Control System. Economical motoring...Driving in winter ... 130 131 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 130
electrical circuits operational Ignition switch The combined ignition switch and gear-lever lock is located in the center console 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 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 131
throttle wide for at least 2-3 minutes after starting. Cars with automatic transmission 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 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 132
after starting (e.g. if the clutch was released too quickly), do not touch the accelerator when restarting the engine. 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 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Starting and driving advantages of the system is that it enables the engine to be run safely on lower-grade fuel, although not lower than AON 87. • The maximum boost pressure is adjusted automatically to the knocking or pinging tendency of the engine. Occasional, short-lived knocking when the engine - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 134
loss of power or performance. At the first sign of a malfunction, reduce speed and take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. • If the engine fails to start (in very cold weather or if the battery is flat), the car can be jump started (manual gearbox only) or started using jump - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 135
you should switch to a different brand if you begin experiencing driveability and/or hard starting problems shortly after refueling your car. In recent years, a variety of fuel additives and alcohols or oxygenates have been blended with gasoline. These types of gasolines may be found in all parts of - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 136
the engine is started. Screw on the fuel filler cap until you hear 3 distinct clicks. • Avoid driving with the fuel low level indicator illuminated. The symbol illuminates when less than approximately 2 gallons (8 litres) of fuel remains in the tank. Fuel Use the correct type of fuel. The fuel - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 137
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. Shift-up indicator for improved fuel economy (U.S. models only) Cars equipped with a manual transmission have a "Shift-up" light on the instrument panel. The - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 138
the selector lever in a drive position, even if the parking brake is on. • Always select "P" position and apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle unattended. Selector lever The electronic control module for the automatic transmission receives information on engine torque and road speed - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 139
driving P R N D 3 2 1 Three modes for the automatic transmission can be selected: Normal, Sport and Winter. The Normal mode, which provides the best fuel economy, is the default setting when the engine is started. When the Sport mode is selected, the throttle angle is altered to provide more power - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 140
or its control module (see page 50). This also means that the Limp-home mode has been selected, to guard against further damage being done to the transmission. In this mode, the automatic transmission starts in 4th gear, and gear changes (if necessary) will have to be made manually. It is not - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 141
following message will appear on the SID: "TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING". If this happens, stop the car and wait for the message to be extinguished. Continue driving in a locked gear that produces an engine speed of about 3,000 rpm. Overheating of the automatic-transmission fluid can occur when the car - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 142
To prevent the engine and transmission from becoming hotter than necessary, select N for stops other than brief ones, e.g. if stuck in a traffic jam. The normal drive position (D) is recommended for waiting at traffic lights. D The Drive position (D) is the position for normal motoring. Gear changes - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 143
and to lower the oil temperature. The adaptive gear-change pattern function is deselected when: • Winter mode is selected. • The engine is switched off. • The load is reduced so much that the function is no longer required. • "Fault indicator, automatic transmission" instrument panel, see page - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 144
deselected if The W button is pressed. The engine is switched off. The selector lever is moved to position 2 or 1. Kick-down is activated. The automatic-transmission fluid overheats. SPORT and WINTER modes • "Fault indicator, automatic transmission" appears on main instrument panel, see page 140 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Starting and driving 145 Cruise control WARNING • Do not use the Cruise-control system • When the switch is moved to CANCEL. • When the switch is moved to OFF. • When the engine is switched off. • When the selector lever is moved to position N (cars with automatic transmission). Temporary increase - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 146
of the engine. If the car has automatic transmission, move the selector lever to position 1 or 2. When driving fast, you can help to prolong the life of the brakes by thinking ahead and braking harder for short periods, rather than braking more moderately over long stretches. ABS brakes WARNING - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 147
ABS system's wheel sensors to detect when the front (driving) wheels are rotating faster then the rear wheels. It then monitors whether one driving the wheels cannot lock up, some steering control is retained. When the ABS system is working, i.e. modulation of the brake pressure is in progress - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 148
If a fault has been detected and the system has therefore been switched off. • If there is a fault in the ABS system. • If the system has been switched off manually. The indicator light will also come on for 4 seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON, while an internal system check is performed - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 149
"Technical data". Percentage increase in fuel consumption of engine starting from cold compared to engine at normal temperature. Driving technique • To obtain the best running economy, not only regarding fuel consumption but general wear also, regular service is required. • High speed, unnecessary - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 150
the car needs to be checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Practical trials on the roads have demonstrated that substantial savings in fuel consumption can be made if the above advice is heeded. Driving in winter Before starting a journey in cold weather, check that the wiper blades have not become - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 151
best response if the car gets into a front-wheel skid is to freewheel (manual gearbox only), i.e. disengage the clutch (so that the wheels are neither driven or retarded by the engine. If the car has automatic transmission, ease up on the accelerator and steer carefully in the desired direction. In - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 152
152 Starting and driving WARNING with a view to comfort and drivability for manual and automatic cars, are shown on the drawing. Make sure the cooling system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. NOTE Use only a genuine Saab trailer hitch, since other models can damage the car's bodywork and - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 153
car is equipped with automatic transmission, select position 1 when ascending or descending steep hills. Distribution of load in trailer a Light b Moderate c Heavy NOTE If the "Fault indicator, automatic transmission" indicator comes on, cease towing until the problem has been rectified. IB106 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 154
and refitted as soon as possible. IB465 Driving with the trunk lid/tailgate open Avoid driving with the trunk lid/tailgate partly or fully open, since exhaust fumes can be drawn into the cabin. If you must drive with the trunk lid/tailgate open, all windows and the sunroof (if fitted) must be - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 155
specially for the car are available from your Saab dealer. Always secure the roof load safely. Open all the doors. Fold back the rubber strip and find the fixing holes. 3 Start on the left- increase fuel consumption. The instructions that accompany the carriers also include advice on driving with - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 156
Starting and driving Fitting the roof carriers (accessory) 9-5 Wagon 1 Clean the car's roof rails. 2 Check the markings on the cross members to see which is the front and which is the rear roof carrier. 3 Place the cross members on the roof rails, on their respective sides of the centre supports - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Starting and driving 157 Driving with a load The driving result, the car will sway more during evasive steering. • Never exceed the permissible load in the roof your distance from the vehicle in front. Tire pressure, see page 235 The tire pressures given apply to cold tires, that is tires that are - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Starting and driving Front towing eye WARNING • Make sure that the towing eye at the front • Nor does the steering servo operate when the engine is off. The steering will therefore be much drive the car with the front towing eye in position. If it catches the curb, for example, the engine subframe - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 159
start the engine using jump leads (see the section, "Jump starting" on page 160). Considerations when towing the car with automatic transmission Selector lever at N (neutral) and parking lights on. Drive is to be towed with the front wheels off the ground, make sure the parking brake is off, as this - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 160
. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in Neutral. 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lights that are not needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries and it could save your radio. To jump start your vehicle: 1 Check - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 161
of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10 Start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11 Try to start the vehicle with the discharged battery. If it does not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 162
to other road users. • Do not park on dry grass or other combustible material. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could start a fire. • Apply the parking brake. • Engage reverse (automatic transmission: move selector lever to P (Park)), and remove the ignition key. • Lock the car. IB360 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 163
start rolling, it will not run into the road. • • lid and doors, windows open a crack and cover the car with a fabric tarpaulin - not one made of plastic. Parking on a hill When parking on a steep hill, turn the front engine to normal temperature before long-term parking. • Drain the washer-fluid - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 164
164 Starting and driving - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 165
cyl. engine ...Engine compartment, 6-cyl. engine ...Emission control systems Engine...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid...Coolant ...Brake and clutch fluid ...Power steering fluid ...Battery ... 166 167 168 169 170 171 173 174 175 176 177 Drive belts ...Wipers and washers ...Changing bulbs ...Fuses - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 166
instrument panel. To open the hood: 1 Pull the release handle. 2 The front of the hood will now spring up, providing access to the secondary safety catch. hood safety catch if you lay the hood down but not closing it. In cold weather, when the mechanism is stiff, the hood might need to be released - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 167
cyl. engine Engine compartment, 4-cyl. engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Engine-oil dipstick/filler cap Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid Fuse box Expansion tank, coolant Washer-fluid filler cap Battery Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid Turbo unit Ignition discharge module Reservoir, power-steering fluid - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 168
cyl. engine Engine compartment, 6-cyl. engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Engine-oil dipstick Engine-oil filler cap Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid Fuse box Expansion tank, coolant Washer-fluid filler cap Battery Dipstick, automatic transmission fluid Ignition discharge module Reservoir, power-steering fluid - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 169
at the intervals specified in the service program. In addition to meeting the exhaust emission regulations and thereby helping to keep the environment clean, a correctly tuned engine will also give maximum fuel economy. ing duration, ignition timing and turbocharger boost pressure to provide - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 170
the vibration from the moving parts of the engine. The transmission, located on the right (viewed from the front), is integrated with the engine. All models have front-wheel drive. Balance shafts, 4-cyl. engine 3.0-liter V6 engine The 3.0-liter engine is a transverse, V6 engine with each bank of - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 171
on level ground. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean before checking the level. IB1123 IB491 Engine-oil filler cap and dipstick, 4-cylinder engine Engine-oil dipstick and filler cap, V6 engine 4-cylinder engine The oil level must not be allowed to drop below the MIN mark on the dipstick, nor - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 172
extensive idling (such as frequent stop-and-go driving). • Most trips are through dusty areas. • You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. Oil changing The engine oil must be changed in accordance with the service program, see page 218. Oil volume and grade, see page 229 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 173
spill oil on hot parts of the engine as this could cause a fire. • Protect the environment. Do not dispose of oil in the ground or down a drain. Dispose of all used oil and oil filters at an appropriate disposal facility. Manual transmission Check and top up the fluid in accordance with the service - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 174
service program and use only Saab- engine is cold, the coolant must not lie over the KALT/COLD mark on the expansion tank. If the message "FILL COOLANT FLUID" is displayed on the SID, check the level of fluid in the expansion tank. Top up, as necessary, with equal parts of clean water and Saab - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Car care and technical information Changing the coolant (Usually carried out as part of the Saab original service by an authorized Saab dealer) 1 If the engine is hot, open the expansion-tank filler cap carefully to release the pressure, but do not remove it completely. Place a suitable receptacle - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 176
of the power steering fluid in the reservoir regularly, in accordance with the service program. The wheels should point forward during the check. Clean around the cap before it is unscrewed. Clean the dipstick. Screw in the cap completely again before checking the level. The oil should lie between - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 177
fluid level in battery If frequent short journeys are made, the battery may need to be given a booster charge. This can be done either using a battery specification and a fully charged battery can be left for up to 40 days and still have a sufficient charge for starting. If extra equipment is fitted - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 178
terminal (red), and the negative lead to a good ground point, e.g. the lifting lug at the front of the engine. To remove the battery, always disconnect the negative (black) lead first and reconnect it last when fitting the new battery. The battery size must comply with DIN 53735 MFI 230/2.16. IB1125 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Poly-Vee-belt from the crankshaft pulley. The Poly-Vee-belt also drives the water pump, the A/C compressor and the steering servo pump. IB542 IB543 Routing of the Poly-Vee-belt: 4-cylinder engine with A/C Routing of the Poly-Vee-belt: V6 engine with A/C NOTE Serious damage can be done to the car - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Check and clean all wiper blades regularly. We recommend Saab washer fluid for cleaning. If poor wiper performance is experienced, clean the windshield with Saab washer fluid. This is particularly important if the car has been through an automatic car wash, as these sometimes leave a wax coating on - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Car care and technical information Washers The washer-fluid reservoir holds 6.4 quarts (6 liters). When "WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW" comes up on the SID, the reservoir is down to about 1 quart (1 liter) of fluid. Add at least 50% of washer- fluid to water to prevent freezing and for effective cleaning. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 182
parts. The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off. Check that the new bulb is working when finished. Some bulbs are of the "Long-Life" type. Make sure the same type new bulb. Line up the bulb with the guide in the reflector and secure it with the spring clip. 7 Plug in the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 183
move it to the right. Remove the bulb. Without touching the glass with your fingers, insert the new bulb. Line up the bulb with the guide in the reflector and secure it with the spring clip. 7 Plug in the connector. 8 Screw on the cover. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 184
of the lamp unit. 2 Withdraw the bulb holder. 3 Change the bulb. Front fog lights / cornering lights 1 From under the front bumper, grip the bulb holder and twist counterclockwise. 2 Unplug the connector. 3 Change correctly seated. WARNING Never crawl under a car that is supported only by a jack. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 185
the lamp unit in position, and tighten the screw (1). Rear light cluster, 9-5 Sedan Rear light clusters 1 2 3 4 5 Direction indicators Tail lights Stop lights Reversing lights Rear fog light The bulbs for the lamps in the rear light cluster are accessed from the luggage compartment. 1 Lower the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 186
tailgate panel. Press the center buttons in, flush with the collar. 3 Screw the handle back onto the trunk. High-mounted stop lights 1Panel 2Retaining clips 3Bulbs Trunk lid light and taillights, 9-5 Sedan Before changing bulbs in the trunk, you must first release the trim at the foot of the trunk - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 187
187 IB1227 Tailgate bulbs, 9-5 Wagon 1 Turn the lock a quarter turn (90°) with a screwdriver or the ignition key. 2 Open and remove the and close the cover. 3 Turn the lock a quarter turn. IB1228 Rear lights clusters, 9-5 Wagon 1 Open the tailgate. 2 Remove the two covers and undo the screws. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Car care and technical information IB1230 IB1335 Reassembly: 1 Locate the two front attachments and press the front part of the light unit straight into the body panel. 2 Tighten the screws and replace the cover. Loading lighting, 9-5 Wagon 1 Pull down the glass cover at the outer edge. 2 Bend - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 189
of the opening in the body panel. Courtesy lights (doors and floor) and luggage-compartment lighting 1 Insert a screwdriver carefully into the slot in On refitting, insert the connector-end of the lamp fitting first. Dome light, front 1 Ease the leading edge of the glass out of the overhead panel - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 190
other bulbs need changing, you are advised to take the car to an authorized Saab dealer. Dome light, rear 1 Remove the entire overhead panel: ease out the trailing end first, and then both front edges. 2 Fit the new bulb. IB524 Glove-compartment illumination 1 Insert a small screwdriver in the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 191
6 7 PY 21 yel BAU 15s 4 10 8 9 5 halogen 4 10 5 5 11 11 1,2 W 2 x 4.6d Switches; front ashtray 6 IB1336 NOTE Do not interchange. Always use the correct Wattage bulb according to application. A special kit containing spare bulbs and fuses is available as an accessory from your Saab dealer. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 192
(see page 194). The color of the fuse indicates its amperage. • If the same fuse blows repeatedly, have the electrical system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. IB527 Fuses The fuses are housed in two fuse panels: one at the end of the instrument panel on the driver's side, and one under - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 193
are electronic control modules that monitor and control a variety of functions, including: DICE controls (among other things): • Front lights and interior lighting. • Instrument illumination. • Intermittent wiper operation. • Electric heating of rear window and door mirrors. • Cooling fans. TWICE - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 194
lights Automatic transmission Brake lights; shift-lock override Reversing lights Parking lights, left Parking lights, right Electric windows, right Stop lights, trailer Fuel injection 7,5 Electric door mirrors; DICE 7,5 ABS brakes; ACC 7,5 Airbag (SRS) 7,5 Automatic transmission 7,5 Starter motor - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 195
under instrument panel # A B C D E F Main relay (engine management system) Fuel filler flap Electric heating of rear seat Function Relay panel under instrument panel (cont.) G H I J K L Fuel pump Ignition switch Rear-window / door mirrors heating Reversing lights Starter relay Limp-home function - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 196
18 Amp Function 60 - 15 10 15 30 15 15 15 15 10 ABS (Maxi fuse) - Horn Rear window wiper (9-5 Wagon) Fog lights (front spoiler) Radiator fan, high speed Low beam headlight, right High beam headlight, right Low beam headlight, left High beam headlight, left Headlight beam-length adjustment (certain - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 197
10.1 10.2 11 12 13 Function Washer, front/rear Low beam headlight High beam headlight Extra lights (accessory) Horn - - Wiper, rear (9-5 Wagon) Radiator fan, low speed Radiator fan, high speed, left fan A/C-compressor Front fog lights Headlamp wipers Windshield wipers Radiator fan, high speed, right - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 198
play a key role in tires. They also increase fuel consumption. If a Saab can negatively affect the car´s directional stability, steering cold tires. For tires with an aspect ratio less than /60, increase the tire pressure by 3 psi (20 kPa) for rough roads with potholes to minimize the risk of rim - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 199
in a skid). The existing rear wheels should therefore be moved to the front. Always move left rear to left front and right rear to right front, so that the direction of rotation remains the same. Because the car has front-wheel drive, the front tires tend to wear faster than the rear ones. New tires - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 200
, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Wear indicators Wear indicators The for minimum tread depth in your country and also any regulations governing the use of winter tires. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 201
can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 202
Wagon The spare wheel, together with the jack and jack handle, front Saab 9-5 Wagon, there is space for a warning triangle underneath the panel in the luggage compartment floor. Compact spare wheel The compact spare is light spare-wheel well but only while driving to the closest workshop. A general - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 203
be changed. • Switch on the hazard warning lights if the car is on a road. • Apply the handbrake and leave the car in gear (1st or reverse). Automatic transmission: move selector to the P position. • Ensure that everybody is out of the car before jacking it up. • Never start the engine while the car - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 204
engine subframe (at the fixing point for the towrope-attachment eye) or to the rear towrope-attachment eye (or under the trailer hitch, if fitted). Jacking points for a trolley jack NOTE Apply the jack only to the jacking points indicated. 1 Put the car in 1st gear (automatic transmission: move - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 205
wheel to be seated correctly. 6 Lower the car and tighten the wheel bolts to the correct torque in the sequence shown (opposite pairs). Tightening torque Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Steel wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Do not overtighten the bolts using a percussion nut tightener: not only - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 206
give rise to vibration that can be felt through the steering wheel, similar to that experienced when the wheels need balancing. Flat spots of this type disappear once the tires get hot again, usually after 10-15 miles (20-25 km) of driving at cruising speed. Air conditioning (A/C system) NOTE • The - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 207
drive belt for the compressor should be inspected under the regular service 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 as polishes, oils or other chemicals. If the straps are dirty, - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 208
the leather is allowed to become too grubby, it can start to look shabby. It is a good idea to clean (not wet) cloth to the leather, working in light, circular movements until the leather is clean. Repeat patches left by spilt soft drinks or thin oil must be wiped off immediately using an absorbent - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 209
the window glass inside and out using a high quality window cleaner. the car before the paintwork has started to go dull through oxidation. front and rear light clusters, as these can cause cracking of the lenses. NOTE • The door mirrors must be fully retracted before the car enters an automatic - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Engine compartment Clean the engine compartment using an engine detergent and rinse with hot water. Cover the headlights and do not aim the spray nozzle on the Radiator. Throttle cable. Throttle housing. Other engine controls. The alternator. Ignition are available from your Saab dealer. In the case - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 211
penetrating anti-rust oil is also applied the hood, the doors and the underbody. will obviously depend on driving conditions. What causes high humidity have great potential for rust problems, especially where salt is used on . The first coat, the base color, contains the pigment, metal flakes - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 212
areas should be undercoated with anti- corrosion material. Repairs of this type are the owner's responsibility and are not covered under warranty. 4 Inspect the undercoating and . • After washing, check and clear all drains in doors and body panels. • Wipe the car dry, preferably using a chamois. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 213
PP/EPDM Side-window casing: PP/EPDM Fuel tank: PE Side trim: PVC A-pillar upholstery trim: PC/ABS, textile Rearview mirror: ABS Sill scuff plate: PP/EPDM Wheel-arch liner: PP Wheel cover: PA Direction-indicator lamp lens: PMMA Washer-fluid reservoir: PE Front spoiler: PP/EPDM Front bumper, cellular - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 214
ABS 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 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 headlamps as - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 215
beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts or a not correctly aimed headlamp. To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: • Place the vehicle on a level pad or surface. • The vehicle should be unladen and fuel tank full, and one - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 216
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Maintenance and owner assistance 217 Maintenance and owner assistance Maintenance schedule...Owner assistance ...Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) ...Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government ...Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, 9-5 Models) ...218 219 220 220 221 IB1131 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 218
filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils meeting the SAE viscosity ratings and API service classifications stated in the Specification section of this Owner's Manual. The use of extra additives - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 219
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 additional. Dealer charges for general shop material, regulated hazardous - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 220
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Maintenance and owner assistance 221 100,000 (160,000 km) 11 Saab Original Service Program M2000 USA, Canada, 9-5 Models) 70,000 (112,000 km) 80,000 (128,000 km) Service Intervals ** Miles = U.S. Cars Kilometers = Canadian Cars Service # Engine and engine compartment E Engine oil and filter (a.) - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 222
" nals if necessary R Head, fog, brake, tail, turn signal, warning lights instrument panel, backup and marker lamps Transmission R Automatic transmission fluid change (b.) R Automatic gearbox oil level R Manual gearbox oil level R Outer and inner driver joint boots " " ! " " " " " * These - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 223
pressure, tread depth and wear (c.) R Rotate tires, front to rear R Brake pads and discs; wear and condition R Brake lines and hoses R Brake fluid level and renewal (max. 2-year intervals) R Check handbrake function R Power steering fluid level 1 2 3 4 5 6 60,000 (96,000 km) 7 1,000 (1,600 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 224
for tears and fraying R Wipers R Washer system: check and top-up R Reset service indicator Customer programming R Carry out systems programming per customer request Road test R Check performance of drive train, steering and brakes and verify tire balance. Check function of instruments and controls - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Specifications 225 Specifications General...Engine ...Fuel...Electrical system...Drive belts...Manual gearbox...Automatic transmission .. Suspension...Steering...Brake system...Wheels and tires ...Plates and labels...226 228 228 230 231 231 232 232 232 233 233 235 IB603 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 226
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 tank, washer-fluid reservoir, standard - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 227
down _____ Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Wagon: Rear seat upright _____ Rear seat folded ) Maximum towing speed, trailer with brakes 60 mph (100 km/h) Trailer with brakes restrictions are those specified by Saab Automobile. Note that local restrictions part or all of the rear seat is folded down. - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 228
87-93. For optimum performance Saab recommend the following fuel grades: 2.3t _____ AON 90 2.3 Turbo Aero and V6-models_____ AON 93 *) *) If AON 90 is used and the ambient temperature is above 77 - 86°F (25- 30°C) some decrease in engine power can occur to some extent. Fuel-tank capacity _____ 18 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 229
according to the SAE standard. Nowadays, multigrade oils are always used in car engines. The properties of these oils facilitate starting the car in cold weather but mean that the oil is also viscous enough to coat all moving parts under high pressures and with high outside air temperatures - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 230
280 Nm) 9.35:1 Battery capacity _____ 60 Ah or 70 Ah Starter motor _____ 1.4 kW Alternator Turbo Ecopower ("Aero" model engine), manual transmission Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm _____ Maximum torque, EEC at 1900 rpm Compression ratio _____ 2.3 Turbo Ecopower, ("Aero" model engine) automatic transmission - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 231
belts Engine variants 4-cylinder with A/C system, poly-V-belt __ 6-cylinder with A/C system, poly-V-belt __ Outside length 102.84 in (2612 mm) 79.53 in (2020 mm) 231 Manual gearbox Type _____ All-synchromesh 5-speed with final drive and differential Oil _____ Saab synthetic manual gearbox oil Oil - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 232
, front and rear _____ Gas-filled dampers Automatic transmission Type _____ Steering Steering _____ Power-assisted steering of rack-and-pinion type; telescopic steering-column shaft with universal joints Number of turns, lock to lock _____ 2,9 Power-steering fluid _____ Power-steering fluid CHF - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 233
for snow chains _ 6 x 15 (not 9-5 2.3 Turbo Aero) or 6.5 x 16 Handbrake _____ Brake fluid _____ Brake-fluid capacity _____ Disc diameter: Front _____ Front, 9-5 2.3 Turbo Aero _____ Rear _____ Total friction area of brake pads: Front _____ Rear _____ Pressure_____ 60 psi (420 kPa) Maximum life - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 234
(not 9-5 2.3 Turbo Aero) 6.5 x 16_____205/55 R16 M+S or 215/55 R16 Max. speed is 30 mph (50 km/h). Consult your authorized Saab dealer of approved snow chains. NOTE Wheels larger than 17" must not be fitted. The wheel offset must not exceed 49 mm. Vehicles with 12.05 in (306 mm) front brake discs - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 235
number, inside windshield. Certification label. Gearbox number. Engine number. Tire pressures and color codes (body & trim), label. Chassis number plate. Chassis number, stamped on body. Vehicle Emission Control Information. Spark ignition system information (Canada only). 4728473 235 US CANADA - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 236
with driver's and passenger-side airbags 8 Engine variant _____ E = G= Z= 9 Check digit _____ 0-9/X 10 Model year _____ Y = 11 Factory _____ 3 = 12 Serial number _____ 2.3t 2.3 Turbo 3.0t 2000 Trollhättan 000001-999999 6 Body version _____ 7 Gearbox _____ 4 = 4-door 5 = 5-door 5 = Manual 5-speed - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 237
mode. • Last manual selection will be selected the next time the car is started. Saab Information Display: 237 • Outdoor temperature display can be adjusted. • Days remaining to next service can be activated/counted or not. • Delete "Test Brake Light" message on SID at start-up. Miscellaneous - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 238
39. Daytime Running Lights: To disable, turn off the ignition and pull out fuse 35, see page 194. Following adjustments can be done by the driver: Automatic Climate Control (ACC): To alter the preprogrammed "AUTO" start up mode with your own preferences you can manually select the desired settings - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 239
maintained inside the car even after the engine has been switched off. The heater can be activated up to 10 minutes after the engine has stopped, although the coolant temperature must be at least 40°C for the heater to operate. To start the heater: 1 The ignition should be OFF. 2 Press and hold the - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 240
240 Specifications - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 241
rear-view mirror _____ 109 Ashtrays _____ 112 Audio System _____ 77 Audio System, quick guide _____ 79 Autochecking of lights on starting ____ 52 Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 67 Automatic transmission, technical data _____ 232 B Battery _____ 177 Battery charging/replacing _____ - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 242
tire _____ 206 Fluid level, automatic transmission __ 173 Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan ____ 116 Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon ___ 119 Follow-me-home function _____ 61 Frequently asked questions on airbag 26 Front fog lights _____ 63 Frost warning _____ 55 Fuel _____ 134 Fuel consumption _____ - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 243
_____ 32 Remote-control battery, changing ____ 35 Reporting safety defects _____ 220 Reprogramming of systems _____ 237 Reservoir, power-steering fluid _____ 176 Rev counter _____ 52 Reversing lights _____ 63 O Oil capacity, engine _____ 228 Oil change, engine _____ 172 Oil specification _____ 228 - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 244
, automatics _____ 158 Traction _____ 147 Trailer weights _____ 227 Trionic _____ 169 Trip computer _____ 54 Trip meter _____ 52 Trunk _____ 116 Trunk lid, opening _____ 36 Turbo, points to note _____ 132 Starting in cold weather, ACC _____ 73 Starting in hot weather, ACC _____ 73 Steering wheel - 2002 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 245
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Owner’s Manual
Saab 9-5, Model Year 2000
Safety
11
Security
31
Instruments and controls
45
Saab 9-5 Audio System
77
Interior equipment and trunk
101
Starting and driving
129
Car care and technical information
165
Maintenance and owner assistance
217
Specifications
225
Index
241
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Saab Automobile AB 1998
Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden
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