2002 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 185

Starting and driving Pressing a SID button briefly will not disengage the system, the display will simply show the previously selected function. 185 Parking WARNING • Park where the vehicle will not create an obstruction or a hazard 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. • Do not leave children or pets unattended in the car. In warm, sunny weather, the temperature inside the car can reach 160-180°F (70-80°C). • Apply the parking brake. • Engage reverse (automatic transmission: move selector lever to P (Park)), and remove the ignition key and lock the car. NOTE To function well, the sensors must be kept clean. Ice snow and dirt can affect their sensitivity. Do not spray the sensors or closer than 8 in. (20 cm) to the sensors with a pressure washer, as this could damage them. Ice, snow and dirt can affect the sensitivity of the sensors. In such cases a continuous tone will sound warning the driver that the system cannot measure the distance to an object. You can turn the system off by pressing and holding the CLEAR button for 1.5 seconds. If the text "PARK ASSIST FAILURE" is displayed on the SID, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Parking brake WARNING • Always apply the parking brake when parking. • Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key. • Do not use the parking brake when the car is moving. The parking brake is situated between the front seats and acts on the rear wheels. When the parking brake is on, the indicator light on the main instrument panel will be on. To release the parking brake, lift the lever slightly, press the release button and release the lever by pushing down on it. IB360