2004 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual
2004 Saab 9-5 Manual
2004 Saab 9-5 manual content summary:
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1 Owner's Manual Saab 9-5, Model Year 2004 Safety Security Instruments and controls Saab 9-5 Audio System OnStar - Telematics Interior equipment and trunk Starting and driving Car care and technical information Customer Assistance and Information Specifications Index © Saab Automobile AB 2003 11 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
practical guidance on driving and caring for your Saab. The Saab 9-5 is available with the following engine variants: • 2.3t Ecopower • 2.3T Ecopower • 2.3 Turbo Ecopower Although this manual describes the most important differences between model variants, it does not include precise specifications - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
_____ 71 High beam flasher _____ 69 Cruise control _____ 167 Wipers and washers_____ 73 Rear-window wiper (9-5 Wagon) _____ 74 Rain sensing wipers (option) 73 Washers _____ 214 Wipers and washers_____ 213 Saab 9-5 Audio System ___ 85 Steering-wheel controls ___ 102 Front fog lights (certain models - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
_____ Engine compartment: washing ___ 200 255 Headlights _____ 69 High/low beam _____ 69 Turn signal and lane change indicators_____ 71 Headlight washers (certain models) _____ 73 Changing bulbs _____ 215 Headlights _____ 69 Rear light cluster, 9-5 Sedan 220 Rear lights clusters, 9-5 Wagon _____ - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
rear seat, 9-5 Wagon _____ 138 Upholstery and trim_____ 253 Side airbags _____ 35 IB581 Safety belts _____ 17 Airbag_____ 31 Child safety _____ 23 Child safety locks _____ 43 Safety belts _____ 253 Glove compartment _____ 132 Manual transmission _____ 158 Automatic transmission ___ 159 Electric - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
considerations for driving Turbo unit _____ Engine, technical data _____ 151 201 272 Manual transmission _____ Automatic transmission _____ Automatic transmission, technical data _____ Manual gearbox, technical data ___ 158 159 276 276 Jump starting _____ Battery _____ Charging/replacing - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
personal injury. System to be serviced by authorized personnel only. For instructions consult workshop manual. The A/C system complies with SAE J639. Charge: 825 g of R134a. Compressor oil: PAG oil SP-10 alt. Saab oil 4759106 Oil amount: See workshop manual. Brake fluid CLEAN FILLER CAP BEFORE - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
is jacked up. JACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Set parking brake and shift transmission to park. 2 Fit top of jack into jacking point next to wheel to be changed (See illustration). 3 Crank only. Use vehicle support stands. Safe working load 900 kg (1900 lbs). For more information see your owner´s manual. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
locking, lock Central locking, unlock Trunk lid/tailgate, opening Never place a rear-facing child seat in this seat. Parking lights Defroster Foot brake Hazard warning lights Rear window heating Coolant level Front fog lights Ventilation fan Engine oil pressure Rear fog light ABS brakes - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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Safety 11 Safety Seats _____ Head restraint _____ Safety belts _____ Child safety _____ Airbag_____ 12 16 17 23 31 IB1740 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
WARNING The seats are actuated by powerful motors. Bear this in mind when adjusting height • legroom • backrest rake angle • lumbar support • head-restraint height We recommend that adjustments to angle 4 backrest rake angle Lastly, adjust the steering wheel (see page 120). IB401 Height To raise the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
. IB402 Backrest rake 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
seat (certain models only) In certain models the driver´s Saab Information Display (SID) will chime to confirm that the settings have been saved. IB404 To recall the programmed settings, press the appropriate preset button, whereupon the seat and mirrors will be adjusted automatically. To change - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
) Ventilated front seats, that enhance seating comfort in hot weather, is an option on Arc and Aero models (certain markets). Ventilated seats are equipped with two fans that extract the moist air from between the seat and the body. The fans have three speeds and are OFF when the switch is set to - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Adjust the head restraint so that your head is optimally supported and the center of the head restraint is at ear height Saab 9-5 are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These reduce the risk of whiplash injury if the car is hit from behind. In the event of a rear-end crash, the body - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
requirement for all occupants of the car to wear a safety belt. Safety-belt reminder When the ignition is switched on, the "fasten belts" reminder will light up until the driver fastens the safety belt. In addition an audible signal sounds for 6 seconds, or until the driver fastens his belt. IB409 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
the body by tensioning the belt. The force limiters reduce belt loads on the body by "loosening" the safety belt to absorb the body's Saab dealer and replaced as necessary. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belt yourself. Visit an authorized Saab dealer for any necessary repairs - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
necessary. 19 WARNING Never fasten the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind the body or pull the belt off the shoulder and under the arm. To fasten the buckle and pull the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. Then grip the belt at the shoulder, pull it out and, without - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
20 Safety Belt height adjustment The front safety belts and the outside belts in the rear (9-5 Sedan) are equipped with automatic height adjustment. After fastening the belt, grasp it at chest height, pull it out and, without letting go, allow the slack to be taken up by the reel. Make sure that - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
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, - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body, and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
or under cars. • Always look for children before backing your car out of a garage or driveway. • To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, never let a car idle in the garage. • Supervise young children around buckets of water while washing your car. Small children can drown in a short time in less than an - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
car as is given to adults. Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints. Children travel most safely when properly restrained, but restraints must be suitable for the size of the child. Always follow the child seat/booster cushion manufacturer´s instructions when installing these devices in your - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
the standard safety belts. There are two bars attached to the car body for each specially designed LATCH child restraint. A small label is located top tether strap to the in-car anchorage and tighten according to the restraint instructions, see page 27 and 28. 5 Pull the child restraint to make a - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
point lower attachment with top tether For the top tether, only use the strap supplied with the child restraint. Always follow the installation instructions supplied with the child restraint. The availability of LATCH child restraints may be limited. When fitting child seats in cars you must always - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
seat. 3 Secure the lower part of the child restraint by means of the lower anchorages (ISOFIX) or the safety belts as described in the child restraint mounting instruction. 4 Route the tether under child tether anchorages please contact your Saab dealer. Child tether anchorages in parcel shelf - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
properly. 7 Secure the lower part of the child restraint by means of the safety belt or lower anchorages (ISOFIX) as described in the child restraint mounting instruction on the previous page. WARNING we recommend a cargo guard (accessory). IB1352 Child tether anchorages, Saab 9-5 SportWagon - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
function. 3 Secure the base of the child seat with the lap portion of the safety belt in accordance with the installation instructions accompanying the child seat. 4 Grasp the shoulder part of the safety belt and pull it upwards to tighten the lap portion against the child seat. 5 Check for correct - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
. Failure to follow all the manufacturer's instructions on the use of this child restraint system can cause your child to strike the vehicle´s interior during a sudden stop or crash. Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints up to 3 years. Fitting the locking strap on the center armrest - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
occupants. If a fault is detected in the AIRBAG, the AIR BAG warning light on the main instrument panel will come on (see pages 56 and 36). is triggered by impact of a frontal crash, the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board are inflated, after which they deflate - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
. • Never attach anything to the steering wheel or passenger side of the instrument panel, airbag can cause minor burns or abrasions to the body when the airbag inflates/deflates. • To reduce car checked immediately by an authorized Saab dealer. The warning light could signify that the airbags may - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
system with belt pretensioners The inflating airbag cushions the driver. Central sensor Belt pretensioners (for both front safety belts) Steering wheel with integral airbag Passenger airbag Side-airbag sensor Side airbag Front sensors Airbag now fully inflated. Accessories and other equipment must - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
of the airbag in the event of a crash 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 the glove compartment and is marked "SRS AIRBAG". (SRS = Supplementary Restraint System). Both - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
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 not damaged in any way. The side airbags, which help protect the upper body are integrated in the outside edges of the front seat backrests. In a - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. Side airbag inflated IB1182 Side airbag components 1 2 3 4 Side airbag Sensor Moisture barrier Text on seat IB1707 AIRBAG servicing The AIRBAG must be inspected as part of the normal service program but otherwise may be - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
wheel or the airbag's electrical circuitry. • Before starting any welding work on the car, always disconnect the negative (-) battery lead in any way. Work on these areas must only be carried out at a Saab dealer. 37 Frequently asked questions on function of airbags Do you still need to wear - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
on? If the warning light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system. The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously. You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. What won't trigger - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
Security 39 Security Doors _____ Central locking _____ Car alarm _____ 40 40 46 IB446 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
key with integrated remote control. The mechanical key is used for manual locking and unlocking. The remote control is used for remote locking and one key you should have this replaced as soon as possible by contacting your Saab dealer. When the new key is programmed into the system, the missing - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
high temperatures, e.g. on the instrument panel. • The key may malfunction if it becomes very cold. Warm it in your hands for a couple of minutes. • Never open the key. For changing the battery the doors. The hazard warning lights will flash twice. If remote Contact your local Saab dealer to have the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
key is turned, or inserted or removed from the ignition switch. Otherwise, the doors may be unintentionally locked or the tailgate unlocked. On Sedan models, the trunk may even be opened. 1 2 IB1555 Locking/unlocking by key 1 To lock 2 To unlock Switch for operation of central locking Locking by - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
electrically operated seats will not function. 43 Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the Saab Information Display (SID) will issue the following message: "Remote control battery low. Replace battery.". Press the CLEAR button on the SID - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
of lock mechanism damage when the tailgate is closed. • Never grasp the lock mechanism as this can lock the mechanism. • Never close the lock mechanism manually. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
by the remote control or by the key, see page 41. The antenna for the alarm system is located in the center console. All the doors plus have been activated and you should get in touch with an authorized Saab dealer. To avoid inconvenience caused by the alarm being triggered inadvertently, - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
receiver. If the signal is verified, the engine can be started. Each time the key ) "Key not accepted. Contact service." will appear on the Saab Information Display (SID). In this battery. If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm signals will be set off: • Flashing of hazard warning lights - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
, if you are sitting inside the car, push the LOCK-switch on the center console for 2 seconds. These actions will trigger the alarm (hazard warning lights and horn). To deactivate panic function: • Push one of the buttons on the key, push the LOCK-switch in the center console, turn the key - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
Hazard warning lights flash twice. The LED will come on for two seconds. Car-battery voltage Battery for key 49 The battery for the key will normally have a life of 4 years. When the battery needs changing, "Remote control battery low. Replace battery." will appear on the Saab Information Display - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
service. Reason/action Probably a fault in one of the sensors or the horn. Have the car checked by an authorized Saab engine. Have the car checked by an authorized Saab dealer. Fit a new battery not accepted. Contact service. Door, trunk seconds intervals. Remote control battery low. Replace battery. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
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 interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
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ON VOL PULL BAL Instruments and controls 1 4 2 5 3 6 ECON OFF ...F ...C BAS TRE FAD DOLBY B NR SEARCH AS ECON OFF Indicator and warning lights _____ Instruments _____ Saab Information Display (SID) _____ Switches _____ Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 54 60 63 69 75 IB1939 CLEAR SET - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
driving, stop the car, switch off the engine and check the engine oil level (see page 204). Main instrument panel 1 2 3 4 5 Tachometer Indicator and warning lights Speedometer Indicator and warning lights Pressure gauge 6 7 8 9 Fuel gauge Engine temperature gauge Trip meter reset button Odometer - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
(see page 212). If the belt has broken, the engine may overheat (cooling system will not function 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
position. It should go out after the engine has started. as can light up to indicate a fault in the wheels locking up on hard braking. • If the level of brake fluid in the reservoir is below the MIN mark, the car should be towed to an authorized Saab dealer. Airbag warning light This light - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
may be able to be driven with the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to have your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it should not be mistaken for brake lights. If the Xenon headlight fault indicator lights up, have your car checked as soon as possible at an authorized Saab dealer. If you do not rectify the problem, nighttime visibility - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Have the automatic transmission checked by an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. 59 Indicator TCS/ESP OFF The indicator light goes on when that the engine is not responding normally to the accelerator. Operation of the TCS/ESP indicates reduced traction between the tires and the road, and - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
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 button has two functions, determined by - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
speedometer shown) The speedometer receives signals from the wheel sensors in the ABS system. If the NIGHT fuel gauge shows the amount of fuel left in the tank. When this is down to about 2.5 gal. (10 liters), a warning light on the main instrument panel will come on (see page 57). Use the Saab - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
will enter the yellow area. At very high loads or under certain barometric conditions, the needle may enter the first part of the red zone without indicating that there is a fault. WARNING Never open the cap of the expansion tank completely when the engine is hot, open with care. The pressure - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
settings be changed only when the car is stationary. The driver's attention can otherwise easily be distracted from the road. The Saab Information lever indication (Automatic transmission) The position of the selector lever is indicated on the main instrument panel. If manual mode is selected, - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
bridges and stretches of road that are sheltered from the sun. Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated using the values for fuel consumed and distance driven since last reset. This value is stored in the car's trip computer even when the engine is switched off. • Select - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
-warning settings will not be cancelled when the engine is switched off. When the Alarm has been see "Using Dist as a trip meter"). The starting value for the trip meter will be the last distance set of 0.1 miles, there-after, the reading will change in increments of 1.0 mile. Metric units: for - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
following functions will be reset simultaneously: • Estimated range on remaining fuel (function based on a fuel consumption of 28 mpg). • Average fuel consumption. • Average speed. • Arrival time (function based on current speed). Programmed values for Dist, Alarm and Speed W will not be reset (see - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Fog light failure. Rear light failure. Brake light failure. Washer fluid level low. Refill. Coolant level low. Refill. Remote control battery low. Replace battery. Key not accepted. Contact service. Theft protection failure. Contact service. Gearbox too hot. Make a safe stop. Tighten fuel filler - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
message generated in the SID. • High engine revs cause the rev counter to be illuminated until the engine speed has fallen again. • If the quantity of fuel remaining falls below 4 gallons (15 liters), the fuel gauge will be illuminated. • If the engine temperature rises above normal, the temperature - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
the engine and remove fuse No. 35 (see page 229). Note to owners in Canada: Daytime Running Lights must not be disconnected as they are a Canadian Federal legal requirement. 1 2 Light switches IB350 1 High beam signal 2 High/low beam switching Headlights Parking lights The parking lights can - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
the high beam, see page 69. The low beam headlights will now come on immediately after the driver's door has been closed (within 30 seconds) and will remain on for about 30 seconds. The length of time for this function can be adjusted by your authorized Saab dealer. Rear fog light Rear fog light - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
(stalk returns to off position). The stalk also has an intermediate, spring-loaded position that is useful for signalling when changing lanes or passing. The respective indicator lights on the instrument panel flash at the same frequency as the direction indicators. 71 1 0 2 Turn signal and lane - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
be set up along the side of the road 300 ft. (100 m) behind your vehicle. If the car is not clearly visible (e.g. over the brow of a hill or bridge), place the triangle/flare even further back. IB355 IB356 Front fog lights (certain models) The front fog lights can be activated in both low beam - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
3 4 OFF Intermittent operation Low speed High speed Washers IB359 Headlight washers (certain models) If low beam is on, the of the high-pressure type, which means that other parts of the car snow on the windshield with this reference value. When the engine has been switched off, the control stalk - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
see page 73. For how to adjust the rear window washer jet on the 9-5 Wagon, refer to page 213. most position (1). When a higher degree of sensitivity is a night time mode. The sensor measures the amount of available light and automatically selects the appropriate mode. The sensor is more sensitive - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
on 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
if the panel vents are open. If you find the air cold or that it is drafty, start by directing the air away from the body. If the center vent is aimed up, it will cool the interior temperature sensor and you may need to adjust ACC up or down, depending - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
on personal preference and what clothing is worn. • It is recommended that changes in the temperature setting be made in steps of 2°F (1°C). • Once the to windshield and floor • Recirculation OFF (even if manually selected before) • Fan: high speed • Settings shown on ACC display Settings when - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
and 82). ACC system OFF. Fan OFF. A/C compressor OFF. Warm air OFF. Air-distribution selections locked in current settings. Recirculation can be selected manually. Pressing the AUTO button will put the system into automatic mode. Pressing the OFF button again will result in the system reverting to - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Instruments and controls 79 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 2-10 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
will take place (air flow to rear side windows shut off) with: Defroster & floor vents Floor & panel vents ACC68 The fan running at high speed. Air being distributed to the defroster vents. Normal temperature control will operate. Recirculation will be OFF. Heating of the rear window and door - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
setting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine warms up, air will also be distributed through the value, both the fan speed and the heat will be decreased to a level determined by the system. Starting in hot weather The system will automatically distribute air through the panel vents at high - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
above 55°F (+13°C). -This function saves fuel by delaying the activation of the A/C A/C system reduces the likelihood of the windows fogging up. Standard operation in AUTO mode A/C seconds after the can only be switched engine has started if the out- on manually. door temperature is below 41°F - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
A/C CTRL ACC: RECIRC ACC: NORMAL CTRL ACC: MANUAL RDEFR CTRL 83 Calibration If the battery has been disconnected or has died, the system will display on the right. Useful tips (Before driving the car to an authorized Saab dealer) • If AUTO is not shown on the display, see "Cancelling the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
window glass are likely to be a problem, e.g. in torrential rain or severe cold coupled with high relative humidity, or when passengers are vent. If this is not enough...2 Direct the air flow away from the body (but not towards the interior temperature sensor). If this is not enough...3 Raise - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
9-5 Audio System Quick guide to the Saab 9-5 Audio System ____ Sound controls _____ Radio _____ Cassette player _____ CD player _____ CD changer _____ Programmable functions Steering-wheel controls Security lock _____ Technical data _____ Fault codes _____ IB1940 87 89 90 92 95 97 101 102 103 104 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Saab 9-5 Audio System is available in two versions: Premium on the 9-5 Linear and Prestige on the 9-5 Arc and 9-5 Aero Both models have been specially matched to the Saab The Prestige system (Harman Kardon) has nine speakers (9-5 Sport Wagon has eight speakers): three mounted in the fascia (the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 87
87 Quick guide to the Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio (see page 90) PUSH 1 4 2 5 3 6 Preset station buttons Press once: play the preset station. Press & hold briefly: store a new station. Auto tuning Press once: auto (seek) tuning. Press & hold briefly (a chime will sound): manual tuning. Press - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Saab 9-5 Audio System Remove CD. Press once: Selects cassette player when other source active. When tape playing: Dolby B ON/OFF. Cassette player. See page 92 CD changer (accessory/option). See page 97 Switch to playback other side of tape. CD RDM Eject. Press once: Change See page 95 CD RDM - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 89
Saab 9-5 Audio System 89 Sound controls ON/OFF The Audio System will come on: • When the volume control is pressed. • When the ignition is switched ON, - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 90
90 Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio Press the RADIO/BAND button to switch to the Automatic seek tuning: Press briefly to search for higher frequencies or for lower frequencies. Manual tuning: To switch to the manual-tuning function, press or and release quickly (a chime will sound and the M indicator - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Saab 9-5 Audio System Waveband selector (3) Press the RADIO/BAND button repeatedly to move time the system finds and stores a station, the number on the far right of the display will change. If the system cannot find six stations with good reception, the remaining preset buttons will be empty. If - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 92
92 Saab 9-5 Audio System Cassette player Before playing a tape, make sure that (4) 4 Playback direction (2) To play the other side of the tape, press . The deck will automatically change the playback direction when the end of the tape is reached, be it during playback, fast forward/rewind or - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Saab 9-5 Audio System Music search forward/reverse (5) To search forward for a track, press and release quickly (within half a second). The following will now appear on the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 94
and the tape. Always keep cassettes in their boxes when not in use. If a cassette should become jammed in the deck, contact an authorized Saab dealer. Type II (metal) tapes The cassette has an automatic tape-type selector. Cleaning-due indicator After 30 hours' playing time, the following message - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Saab 9-5 Audio System 95 CD player NOTICE Do not use writeable CDs in your Audio System. In certain cases, this type of CD is only suitable for home use and can therefore cause operational problems (overheating). To select the CD mode, load a CD into the deck or, if one is already loaded, press - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 96
96 Saab 9-5 Audio System Random playback (RDM) (2) Press and hold the CD/RDM automatically close the tray again after 10 seconds, without restarting playback. The CD-PLAY and CD-TRACK modes change the function of and . The selected mode will also be active the next time the system is switched - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Changing a CD CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Sedan CD changer in luggage compartment, Saab 9-5 Wagon the magazine for loading (see picture). Insert the entire magazine magazine have not been changed, the system will cause operational problems (overheating). Important! - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 98
98 Saab 9-5 Audio System If the magazine in the CD changer is empty, the following will appear on the display: 1 If the CD changer is activated right after a magazine has been loaded, the following will appear on the display: 2 The CD number will change as each CD is played. After a magazine - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Saab 9-5 Audio System If for some reason the CD selected by the preset button cannot be played, holding or briefly starts Fast track search CD TRACK The CD-PLAY and CD-TRACK modes change the function of and . The selected mode will also be active the next time the system is switched on. IB1846 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 100
100 SCAN Saab 9-5 Audio System Scanning the entire magazine: Press and hold (mid-segment two chimes) to start a scan of the entire magazine. A message similar to the following - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
Saab automatically adjust the volume level to compensate for background noise, such as road noise, which increases with vehicle speed. • LOUDNESS ON/OFF - image when the volume is set to a low level. • TEL VOL To change the default setting: The default setting for this function is ON. - Press and - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Saab 9-5 Audio System Loudness ON/OFF Steering-wheel controls To facilitate use of the Audio System and to promote safer driving, most of the functions can be operated using the integral remote controls on the steering wheel. To change SEEK >>: RADIO mode: Auto/manual tuning. TAPE mode: Music - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
Saab 9-5 Audio System 103 Security lock The Audio System is equipped with an if you wish to move the main Audio System module and/or CD changer to another car (Saab 9-5), you must consult an authorized Saab dealer so that the modules can be given the correct security codes. If a CD changer has - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
specifications comply with the new IHF Standard • Since the policy at Saab is one of continual improvement, we retain the right to alter specifications trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Manual tuning: _____ FM 200 kHz AM 10 kHz - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
waves. This can create interference to radio reception. To avoid this problem as much as possible the system is equipped with two FM antennas, so called FM diversity. Accessories and other equipment must not be these areas must only be carried out at an authorized Saab dealer. IB1743 IB386 IB389 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 106
is classified as Class 1 laser equipment • Service and repair work must only be carried out by authorized Saab dealer. OnStar System Your vehicle may be equipped with OnStar, a vehicle telematics communications and navigation system. Please consult the separate chapter in this owner's manual - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 107
OnStar - Telematics 107 OnStar - Telematics Using OnStar _____ OnStar is Easy_____ OnStar Services Button_____ Emergency button _____ White dot button _____ System status light _____ 108 108 108 109 109 109 The OnStar Safe & Sound Plan_____ 110 Automatic notification of air bag deployment _____ - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 108
is Easy If your new Saab has OnStar, it's easy to start using your OnStar system. In fact, pressing the OnStar button is usually all you need to do. Once you are connected, an OnStar advisor will help you with the services in your plan. Inoperative if battery is discharged or disconnected. OnStar - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
is also used to access OnStar Personal Calling services which are described on page 112. 109 System status light Solid Green - Indicates the OnStar system in take your car to the nearest Saab dealer for diagnosis and service. The OnStar Center is the heart of your service - staffed 24 hours a day, - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 110
PIN in order to provide assistance. Changing your PIN is easy. Call the a lonesome country road or stuck in highway traffic, you have at your disposal a complete range of services providing you with the OnStar Center with your Saab´s location (as long as cellular service and the vehicle's electrical - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
** There's nothing worse than being stranded on the road with car trouble. No matter what the problem is (flat tire, out of gas, or engine trouble), just call OnStar. They will contact the help you need to get you quickly back on the road. 111 Hands-free communication Talking to an OnStar advisor - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
like dining, travel and sports and recreation. Additional Services Personal Calling If you are hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. The ease of the hands-free communication service allows you to already built into your Saab's OnStar hardware. In order to use this service, an OnStar advisor - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 113
with a word that it knows. Repeating the command distinctly should fix the problem. Slower Please - Repeat the command after a short pause. This response Call If someone calls your wireless phone number, the entertainment system in your Saab will mute (if it is on), and you will hear a phone ringing - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 114
the system received the command or number you intended. For example, when you are entering a number, OnStar repeats the number back to you. You may change the system to respond with a tone response if you prefer. A ready tone, a digit tone, or a goodbye tone will respond instead of the voice. All - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 115
volume of the audio portion of Personal Calling is controlled with your steering wheel volume controls or with the radio volume knob. OnStar will respond "Verify the charge to your credit card on file. If you are not in your Saab, you may call an OnStar Advisor at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 116
's high/low, precipitation forecast, and unusual conditions. Stock Quotes Getting Information from the Virtual Advisor The OnStar Virtual Advisor will prompt you for information you desire. These offerings will change to provide you with services and information that you and other subscribers - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Technology Headlines Business Headlines Sports Headlines Entertainment Headlines 117 manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes to the products and services without prior notification. In order to provide you with excellent service - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
service to be available and operating for features to function properly. Additional Information Warranty OnStar is warranted as part of the Saab most value. Personal Calling: Existing OnStar service agreement required. Additional usage charges apply for Personal Calling. Interim 2001 model year - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 119
adjustment _____ Rearview mirrors_____ Electric windows_____ Sunroof _____ Interior lighting _____ Sun visors _____ Ashtrays_____ Glove compartment ___ Cup holders _____ Trunk _____ Spare wheel and tools _ Fuel filler door _____ Opening the fuel filler door in an emergency_ 120 121 127 128 130 131 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
should lock with a click. Make sure that the lever is fully locked before driving off. WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel unless the car is stationary. Horn The horn is sounded by pressing the central part of the steering wheel. Press closest to the steering wheel rim. To adjust the steering - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
doormirror switch to tilt the mirror. The mirror will be reset automatically when reverse gear is deselected. The mirror glass can also be adjusted manually by gently pressing the glass in the desired direction. Button for angling passenger's mirror down on reversing The mirrors are heated, and the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
as required by federal safety standards. (This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982.). A garage door opener which cannot detect an new vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed garage opener buttons be erased for - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 123
of three different remote controls. The battery in the remote control should be fairly After the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, release both can usually be found where the hanging 123 antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 8 Firmly press and release the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
the button. 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 hold the two outer buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release quit) after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough the garage opener. (The indicator light will flash slowly and then - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 125
can cause the system to malfunction, as the rear-facing sensor may sense light from the trailer. NOTICE Switch off the power supply to the garage door the electrical motor. 1 Forward-facing sensor 2 ON/OFF switch, auto dimming function 3 Rear-facing sensor This device complies with Part 15 of - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 126
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 be assumed that the compass is affected, the compass may need to be calibrated manually. 1 Press and hold button 5 until "CAL" and the compass bearing are - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 127
or fingers in the window openings, before raising the windows. Raising the windows could otherwise cause serious or fatal injuries. The electric motors of the front windows are equipped with overload protection (integrated thermal protection). This protection operates when the windows are wound down - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 128
When the switch is OFF, the rear side windows can only be operated from the panel on the center console. When off, the switch's back lighting will also be switched off. Sunroof (Option in Canada) (certain variants) WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when closing the sunroof. • Always remove the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 129
time. Press the control to stop it earlier. To close: • Slide the control forwards until the sunroof is closed. The sunroof incorporates an interior, manual, sliding sun blind. After the car has been waxed, the sunroof may squeak or squeal on opening to the ventilation position. If this should - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 130
. 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 opened and goes out when the trunk is closed - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 131
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 and release to allow it to spring out. 2 Close the ashtray in the same way. To remove the ashtray, open it and - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 132
132 Interior equipment and trunk Cigarette lighters (accessory/certain markets only) The car is provided with cigarette lighters next to the front ashtray and in the rear end of the center console. The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as power point, e.g. for a mobile phone. The ignition - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Interior equipment and trunk 133 IB436 In the doors On leading edge of front seats IB437 On the back of the front seats (certain variants only) Console between front seats Center armrest for rear seat (option) IB439 IB441 IB438 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 134
, 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. NOTICE Take care not to spill any liquid on the audio system when using the cup holders. Soft drinks in particular can cause malfunction. Cup - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 135
always ensure that the head restraint is raised and in proper position for the seats to be occupied. • 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 flying about and causing injury if the car should - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 136
136 Interior equipment and trunk WARNING • Place heavy items closest to the backrest and stow smaller and lighter items on top. • Never overload the cargo net. If the elastic breaks this may cause personal injury. Do not use a cargo net that shows signs of wear. • Secure heavy and bulky items - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 137
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 lever - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 138
138 Interior equipment and trunk Safety belt located in its belt clip Folding the rear 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 located too - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 139
for the seats to be occupied. • Never allow anyone to sit on a 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 is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 140
down. These nets are only intended to keep light objects tidy, not for the anchoring of loads. shows signs of wear. • Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the use the special cargo bolts and load straps (accessory). • Load the cargo bolts evenly. Never attach - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 141
Example of cargo anchoring Items for load anchoring: • Cargo bolts (accessory). • Special load straps (accessory). Items to keep light objects tidy (accessories): • Elastic floor cargo net. • objects so that the demisting and antenna elements on the inside of the window could be damaged. IB1215 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 142
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. IB1217 Cover over the fixing point for the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 143
to prevent damage to the anchoring straps. • The sliding floor must not be changed or modified in any way. • Put the sliding floor in the folded- down the floor. 2 Fold out the support wheels. 3 Set the floor down on the support wheels. IB1220 • Be aware of the risk of pinching when handling - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 144
sure that the floor is locked correctly. 4 Tie down the load with Saab's load straps according to the instructions, see page 140. Folding down the sliding floor When the floor is not in use 1 Lift up the floor. 2 Fold down the support wheels. 3 Lay down the sliding floor and make sure that it is - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 145
Interior equipment and trunk 145 IB1753 Stowage of spare wheel and tools under trunk floor Jack location, between spare wheel and sill Spare wheel and tools The spare wheel, together with the jack and jack handle, front towrope attachment eye and toolkit, are stowed away underneath the trunk. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 146
door IB466 To open fuel filler door in an emergency 9-5 Sedan To open filler door in an emergency, 9-5 Wagon 9-5 Wagon: Start by checking variants only) If the fuel filler door fails to open after the button on the driver's door has been pressed, it can be opened manually from inside the trunk - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 147
considerations for driving _____ Refueling _____ Engine Break-In Period _ Gear changing _____ Cruise control _____ Braking _____ Traction Control System Electronic Stability Program (ESP) _____ 148 149 151 154 157 158 167 168 171 172 Economical motoring __ Driving in cold weather_ Driving - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 148
ST 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 O N LOC K ST OFF position Gear lever no - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 149
properly. If the text "Key not accepted. Contact service." is shown on the SID, after a failed engine. Try another key. If this works, then the fault is in the first key. Contact an authorized Saab • Engage reverse (R) (position P for automatic transmission) to remove the ignition key. The key can - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 150
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 1 The selector lever must be in the P or N position. 2 Keep your foot on the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 151
CHECK ENGINE warning light flashes, it indicates that the engine is misfiring which can result in damage to the catalytic converter. 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 152
weather or if the battery is flat), the car can be push started (manual gearbox only) or started using jumper cables to a donor NOTICE • If the engine sounds strange there is a fault in the system. Have the car checked without delay by an authorized Saab dealer. • The use of fuel with too low an - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 153
) The fuel filler flap is opened by means of a button on the driver's door. The flap is spring-loaded, so it opens slightly automatically when released. 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 154
154 Starting and driving Only fuel from well-known oil companies should be used. All Saab gasoline engines can be driven on fuel of grade AON 87-93. For optimum performance we recommend: • AON 90 for 2.3t • AON 93 for 2.3Turbo and 2.3T, (see page 272). If fuel containing a mixture of alcohol is - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 155
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 the United States and Canada, but particularly in geographic areas and cities that have high carbon monoxide levels. Saab approves the use of - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 156
fuel system, leading to the need for repairs which are not covered by Saab's product warranty. In Canada, look for the "Auto Makers' Choice" label on the fuel can damage your engine. If you're using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don't - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 157
may fail a smog-check test. See "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator on page 57. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 158
158 Starting and driving Gear changing Manual transmission 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 159
transmission receives information on engine torque and road speed, and also controls the hydraulic pressure in the transmission to ensure that gear changing on main instrument panel When the car is stationary, the engine must be at idling speed when the selector lever is moved. You must have - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 160
, which provides the best fuel economy, is the default setting when the engine is started. Manual mode (Sentronic): see page 163. When the Sport mode is selected, the throttle angle is altered to provide more power at the same throttle setting. The transmission also changes up later than in Normal - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 161
car checked at an authorized Saab dealer. It is not possible to select the SPORT, WINTER or Sentronic mode when the Limp-home mode is active. Gear changes must be made manually. The following gears will be engaged in the respective selector positions when the automatic transmission is in Limp-home - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 162
adaptive gear change patterns are then active. High air temperatures or a faulty oil cooler can also cause the transmission fluid to overheat. Overheating reduces the service life of the fluid. Contact an authorized Saab dealer (see also page 178). WARNING Remember to use engine-braking (selector - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 163
cannot be activated in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gears. For optimum performance, gear changes should be made before reaching 6,000 rpm. To avoid damaging the engine and transmission, the transmission will shift up a gear if the engine is in danger of overrevving. You may feel a slight jolt before this gear - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 164
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 between - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 165
to avoid damaging the engine or transmission. Manual gear-changing is not recommended on slippery roads. If one of the drive wheels spins excessively, the engine torque will be reduced to avoid damaging the transmission. 165 Adaptive gear-change patterns Adaptive gear-change patterns are selected - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 166
lever is in position N or D. In this mode, gear changes will take place at higher engine speeds than in Normal mode, in other words, the transmission will change up later and change down earlier for the same throttle (accelerator) position. The Sport mode will be deselected if: • The S button is - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 167
roads. • Set the control to OFF when you do not want to use the system, to prevent the system being activated inadvertently. For safety reasons (brake system function) the brakes must be applied once, when the engine system is ON, the CRUISE indicator light will appear on the main instrument panel - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 168
to use the braking effect of the engine. If the car has automatic transmission, move the selector lever to position The outboard brake pads on the front wheels incorporate pad-wear indicators. When the lining Saab dealer. To ensure optimum brake performance, it is recommended that you use - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 169
, through water collected on the road, in snow, on a wet road surface or in salty slush. when the engine is running. • The brake pressure required when the engine is off,(e.g. wheels. Wheel sensors detect if a wheel is about to lock, and the control module reduces the pressure to that wheel - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 170
on loose gravel or on snow or ice but, because the wheels cannot lock up, some steering control is retained. When the ABS road is slippery, the ABS system will operate even when only light pressure is applied to the pedal. This means that you can brake gently to test the condition of the road - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 171
wheel is retarded until both wheels are rotating at the same speed. If the two front wheels are rotating at the same speed but are turning faster than the rear wheels, the torque from the engine cornering and when driving on slippery roads. The indicator light will come on for 4 seconds when the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 172
off manually. The indicator light will wheels independently of the driver. The engine output is then also reduced to prevent the driving wheels from spinning. The car has sensors that measure wheel speed, yaw acceleration, lateral acceleration, steering wheel position and braking pressure. The values - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 173
the tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver. 173 ESP OFF IB3051 The if: light in the rev counter while the system undergoes a self-test. Turning ESP off The system can be turned off manually with the ESP button, whereupon the light on the main instrument panel - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 174
. The higher consumption in cold weather is explained by the longer time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating temperature, and for the transmission and wheel bearings to warm up. Fuel economy is also affected by the distance driven: short journeys of 3- 5 miles (5-8 km) do not give the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 175
consumption will be 60-80 % higher than normal. • Driving in a low gear results in higher fuel consumption than in a high gear because of the higher engine speed for a given road speed. Always change up to a higher gear as soon as traffic conditions allow and use the highest gear as much as possible - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 176
add gasoline anti-freeze to the fuel to dispel any condensation in the fuel tank which could freeze and cause problems in the system. Keep the particularly important when the roads are slippery that the brakes and tires be in good condition. • Check the anti-freeze in the engine coolant, see page - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 177
properties. The 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 178
, with the result that the wheels can start to slide downhill. damage to the bumper should the trailer Saab dealer. NOTICE Use only a genuine Saab trailer hitch and wiring, since other wiring methods can cause expensive damage to the car's body and electrical system. Consult an authorized Saab - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Starting and driving Trailer weight Maximum recommended trailer weights for different gradients, with a view to comfort and drivability for manual and automatic cars, are shown on the drawing. Make sure you are familiar with the law regarding speed limits for towing, maximum trailer weights, trailer - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 180
or trailer on hilly roads. The adaptive gear change pattern function will prevent the transmission overheating. Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the temperature gauge in the main instrument panel. VARNING Remember to use the braking effect of the engine (position D or L) when you - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 181
on these characteristics, see also "Driving with a load" page 185. If the car has automatic transmission, select position D when ascending steep hills. This ensures that the adaptive gear change patterns are operational, see page 165. Use position D or L for steep descents. Checks before driving - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 182
combination. As regards single-axle trailers, whenever possible, concentrate the load over the wheels and keep it as low as possible. The trailer should be loaded so reduced by a corresponding amount. Distribution of load in trailer a Light b Moderate c Heavy IB106 Attach the safety chains to the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 183
fuel economy may suffer when driving with a roof rack. The maximum permissible roof load is 220 lbs. (100 kg). Note that the roof load is included in the car's maximum permissible load (see page 270). Strong, sturdy roof carriers designed specially for the car are available from your Saab - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 184
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 center supports they increase fuel consumption. The instructions that accompany - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 185
wear glasses, make sure they are clean. • Make sure you are well rested before starting a long journey. Take a break every other hour. • Only eat light meals. Heavy meals have a tendency to induce tiredness. Driving with a load The driving characteristics of the car are affected by the way it is - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 186
and fit a new one. Important! Remember to adjust the tire pressures if you change the load in the car or intend to drive at substantially lower or higher speeds to the sidewalls • Damage to the rims on poor roads • Poor handling characteristics • Premature tire wear • Increased fuel consumption. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 187
and secured in place with the retaining nut. The following should be observed when the compact spare wheel (T115/70 R16) is fitted: • The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing the wheel. • Do not drive further than necessary with the compact spare fitted - the maximum life of the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 188
lid/tailgate open Avoid driving with the trunk lid/tailgate partly or fully open, since exhaust fumes can be drawn into do not drive faster than 3-4 mph. Water can otherwise be sucked into the engine. The engine will be seriously damaged if water enters the intake system. Towing the car WARNING - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 189
The towing eye is only designed for use when the car is being towed on the road. It must not be used to pull the car out of a ditch, for example towing eye is stored with the spare wheel. The attachment point (tapped hole) for the towing eye is midway along the engine subframe at the front of the car - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 190
(in cars with automatic transmission: selector lever at N (neutral)) Turn on the parking lights. Drive carefully and do wheels off the ground, make sure the parking brake is off, as this acts on the rear wheels. The car cannot be bump started. In an emergency, it is possible to start the engine - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 191
. WARNING You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. The battery installed in your new Saab has filler caps. Be sure the engine part with a good ground. Do not connect (+) to (-) or you will get a short that could injure you or would damage the battery and maybe other parts - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 193
(45 cm) away from the discharged battery, but not near engine parts that move. To avoid an arc which could detonate the hydrogen gas around the battery, the final connection must be at least 18" from the battery. 10 Start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11 Try to - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 194
always lies with the driver when reversing. • Saab Parking Assistance can facilitate reversing at low speeds, monitored by the sensors seen from the side The system uses four sensors in the rear bumper. These emit ultrasound signals that bounce back to the sensors off any objects behind the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 195
12 in. (30 cm). When an object is approximately 3 feet (90 cm) from the car, the sound pulses change character markedly. A distance of about 3 feet (90 cm) is suitable if you wish to load or unload the luggage FAILURE" is displayed on the SID, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 196
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. • Apply the parking brake. • Shift to Reverse for manual transmission (automatic transmission: move selector lever to P (Park)), and - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 197
- no curb - Turn the wheels towards the edge of the road. If the car should start rolling, it will not run into the road. Long-term parking If the car is not going to be used for some time, e.g. 3-4 months, the following steps are recommended: • Run the engine to normal temperature before long-term - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 198
198 Starting and driving (This page has been left blank) - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Emission control systems Engine_____ Engine oil _____ Transmission fluid_____ Coolant _____ Brake and clutch fluid __ Power steering fluid ___ Air filter_____ Battery _____ Drive belts _____ Wipers and washers ___ 200 201 202 203 204 206 207 208 209 209 210 212 213 Changing bulbs _____ Fuses _____ - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 200
200 Car care and technical information Hood The hood release handle is located underneath the 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. 3 Push the catch upwards, lifting the hood at the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 201
care and technical information 201 Engine compartment Engine compartment 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 202
checking and adjustment 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. The Trionic engine control module (ECM) monitors many - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 203
each revolution of the engine. Engine noise is also reduced as the counter-rotating shafts counteract 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 204
turbocharger or exhaust manifold. These get very hot when the engine has been running. • Do not spill oil on hot parts of the engine as this could cause a fire. Used engine oil is particularly flammable. • Protect the environment. Do not dispose of oil in the ground or down a drain. Dispose of all - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 205
technical information The engine oil must be changed in accordance with the service program, see page 264. Oil volume and grade, see page 273. Oil changing should be carried out on a warm engine. 1 Unscrew the drain plug in the bottom of the sump and leave the oil to drain into an oil tray or other - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 206
fluid Manual transmission Check and top up the fluid in accordance with the service program. If original fluid cannot be obtained for topping up (see page 276), automatic transmission fluid Dexron III (synthetic oil) can be used. If so, the car should be taken to an authorized Saab dealer - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 207
parts of clean water and Saab-approved coolant. If the expansion tank is empty when coolant is added, run the engine be drained and replaced at regular intervals. NOTICE IB1338 Coolant expansion tank The coolant does not normally have to be changed during the service life of the car. The type of - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 208
outboard brake pads on the front wheels incorporate pad-wear indicators. When that brake fluid be changed regularly, as specified in the service program. Checking the manually. This work, involving adjustment of the parking brake cables and brake pads, must only be carried out by an authorized Saab - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 209
70°F (+20°C). If the oil is colder the level can be lower, and in higher temperatures the level can be higher, both of which are acceptable. Top up with "Power Steering Fluid CHF 11S". IB501 Air filter WARNING For Service and Repair, parts equivalent to those used by Saab should be used. Be aware - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 210
after handling. Electrolyte level indicator. Level correct if level indicator dark. Battery should be changed if indicator is light The battery is provided with a cover to protect it from radiated heat. If the battery is exposed to high temperatures, its life will be shortened. To remove the cover - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 211
to the car´s electrical system if a battery or alternator lead is disconnected while the engine is running. • The nut on the battery clamp should be tightened to a torque of 10 Nm. Battery IB3130 Correct position for battery clamp Charging/replacing the battery NOTICE To avert the danger of - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Serious damage can be done to the car's electrical system if an alternator lead is disconnected while the engine is running. The alternator is situated on the right-hand side of the engine, adjacent to the bulkhead. It is driven via a Poly-V-belt from the crankshaft pulley. The Poly-V-belt also - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 213
leave a wax coating on the windshield. If wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. 1 IB506 Cleaning/adjusting the washer jets Changing the windshield wiper blades Lift the wiper arm off the windshield 1 Depress the catch. 2 Pull the complete blade assembly down to free - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 214
the washer jet on the rear window wiper, 9-5 Wagon Washer-fluid filler cap The headlights have high-pressure washers (certain variants) Washers Use a small screwdriver to adjust the washer jet on the rear window wiper of the 9-5 Wagon, as illustrated. The washer-fluid reservoir holds 6.4 quarts - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 215
danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off. Xenon headlights are high voltage and must therefore be changed at an authorized Saab workshop. Work involving high-voltage components is potentially lethal. • Do not fit - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 216
Make sure the cover is correctly fitted before locking it in place Headlight bulb for high beam (Halogen) On cars equipped with Xenon lamps the Halogen lamps are used only for high beam flasher if the daytime running lights are deactivated and the headlight switch is in the off position (otherwise - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 217
the induction air hose. To improve accessibility to the left-hand headlight, remove the battery cover. Release the two clips along the long sides of the cover. 2 Unplug fit the bulb correctly. 6 Line up the bulb with the guide in the reflector and secure it with the spring clip. 7 Plug in the connector. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 218
bulb. Look through the headlight lens to help fit the bulb correctly. Front fog lights (certain variants) 1 From under the front bumper, grip the bulb holder and twist counterclockwise. 2 Unplug the connector. 3 Change the bulb. Refit in the reverse order. WARNING • Never crawl under a car that - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 219
side Front turn signal bulb Front turn signal bulbs To change the bulb, the complete lamp unit has to be removed. 1 Catch 2 Bayonet pin 3 Plastic lugs Catch seen from engine bay, right-hand side 1 Depress the catch, accessed from the engine bay. 2 Carefully pull out the lamp unit. 3 The bulb - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 220
lights and taillights Reversing lights Rear fog light High-mounted brake light 2 3 IB1791 IB516 Rear light cluster, 9-5 Sedan The bulbs for the lamps in the rear light twist it counterclockwise. 4 Change the bulb. Trunk lid light and taillights, 9-5 Sedan Before changing bulbs in the trunk, you - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 221
2 1 IB519 IB518 High-mounted stop lights 1 Panel 2 Retaining clips 3 Bulbs 1 Squeeze together the silver plastic lug and the electrical connection and withdraw the lamp holder. 2 The bulb has a bayonet fitting. Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise. 3 Change - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 222
: Tailgate bulbs, 9-5 Wagon 1 Turn the lock counterlockwise. 4 Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise. 5 Change the bulb. 6 Check that the new bulb is working. IB1228 cover. 3 Turn the lock a quarter turn. Rear lights clusters, 9-5 Wagon 1 Open the tailgate. 2 Remove the cover by - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 223
the bulb and twist it counterclockwise. 8 Change the bulb. 9 Check that the new bulb works. 1 Align the fastener with the hole in the body. 2 Press the lamp unit home into the body until you hear a click. 3 Fit the screws and cover. IB1919 Loading lighting, 9-5 Wagon 1 Pull down the glass cover at - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 224
and pull out the back. 2 Remove the bulb. 3 Change the bulb. On refitting, make sure that the spring in the lamp fitting engages the edge 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 the end - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 225
2 Release one of the contacts and remove the bulb. 3 Fit the new bulb. IB523 Dome light, rear 1 Remove the entire overhead panel: ease out the trailing end first, and then both front edges first. Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing, you are advised to take the car to an authorized - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Fog light Reversing lamp; side reversing lamp; rear fog lamp; cornering lamp Stop/tail lamp Direction indicator, front/rear Dome light; courtesy lights; glove compartment; luggage compartment Safety belt reminder Reading light, overhead panel Reading light, rear Side indicators (yellow);/ High - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 227
following advice should be heeded: • Always consult an authorized Saab dealer before modifying or adding any electrical equipment. Failure to the same fuse blows repeatedly, have the electrical system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. • If a MAXI fuse blows, it means that there is a - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Central locking. • Car alarm (Anti-theft system) • Engine immobilizer • Autochecking of lights. • Electric heating of rear seat • Safety belt set in the relevant control module, which facilitates fault diagnosis at the Saab dealer. The scan tool connector for fault diagnosis is located under the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 229
, engine Fuel pump DICE (direction indicators) - Engine-management system; main instrument; DICE/TWICE Door-mirror heating; rear-window heating OnStar; Telematics ACC; interior lighting; rear fog light; high beam flasher Audio System; rear-view mirror; load angle sensor (cars with xenon); navigation - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 230
Starter motor 7.5 Cruise control; water valve; fog lights, front; rain sensor 15 30 15 30 30 30 20 Ventilated front seats Cigarette lighter (front/rear) Daytime running light Electric windows, left Windshield wipers Electric heating, front seats Limp-home solenoid (automatic transmission); OnStar - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 231
, right Low beam headlight, right Radiator fan, high speed Fog lights (front spoiler) Wiper, rear Horn - Relays # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Function Bulb test; head light; high beam flasher Headlight washer Front fog lights Wiper, rear (9-5 Wagon) - - Rain sensor Radiator fan, low speed Radiator - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 232
232 12 13 14 15 16 17 Car care and technical information Horn Extra lights (accessory) High beam headlight Low beam headlight - Windshield wipers IB1798 Location of wallet for spare bulbs and fuses (accessory) - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 233
• Too much heat • Tire overloading • Bad wear • Bad handling • Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: • Unusual wear • Bad handling • Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards WARNING Poor maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 234
. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 235
other damage that can't be repaired well because of the size Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. If you wish to fit other tires or wheels than those supplied with the car, consult your Saab - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Always consult your Saab dealer before changing the wheels and tires on your Saab. Wide wheels and tires with sidewalls that are too low can: • be damaged in potholes etc. • cause springs, shock absorbers and wheel bearings and body mountings can be overloaded. • cause that the wheels can come into - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 237
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature 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 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 238
new GM original equipment wheel. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See "Changing a wheel" on page 247 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 239
's instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it's contacting your vehicle, and don't spin your wheels. - well off the road if possible. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 240
and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. For information on aspect ratio, construction type and service description. Department of Transportation Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety standards vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S Tire and Rim Association. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 241
"C" of the illustration, it would mean that the tire´s sidewall is 55% as high as it is wide. Belt Rating: A letter code is used to indicate the i.e. the section height is 65 % of the section width R Radial ply 16 Wheel rim diameter 15 in at bead seats 93 Tire load code V Speed marking Tyre load - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 242
of optional accessories, for example, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and kPa to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 243
model name molding on the other sidewall of the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire or a tire and between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip using government testing procedures. The - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 244
be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo be fitted to all four wheels to maintain a proper balance. Your Saab dealer can advise you of to and also supply Saab approved winter tires pre-mounted on steel or alloy rims. Steps for Determining - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Car care and technical information Tire date code Tires should be regarded as perishable goods. As the tires age, the rubber becomes progressively harder, and the roadholding ability of the tires diminishes. This is particularly true on winter tires. Tires now have a date-code marking for the year - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 246
Saab 9-5 Wagon, there is space for a warning triangle underneath the panel in the luggage compartment floor. Compact spare tire The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing in the spare-wheel well under the luggagecompartment floor. Have the standard tire repaired and refitted as - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Car care and technical information Changing a wheel WARNING • The car jack is designed solely for use in changing a wheel or fitting snow chains. It must not be used to support the car during repair work or servicing. • Never crawl under a car that is supported only by a jack. • Special care must be - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 248
248 Car care and technical information IB1554 Jack location, between spare wheel and sill Position for jack Positioning the jack The collapsible jack handle is stowed in a cloth bag by the spare wheel. With the help of your foot, extend the handle as illustrated IB1553 IB1704 IB1838 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 249
to the standard jacking points used by the dealer. A floor jack can lift both front wheels or both rear wheels off the ground simultaneously. A jack stand must then be applied underneath the front of the engine subframe (at the fixing point for the towrope-attachment eye) or to the rear towrope - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 250
. 8 Check-tighten the wheel bolts after a few miles. Tightening torque Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Steel wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Clean any rust or dirt from the contact surfaces between the wheel and brake disc 1 Put the car in 1st gear (automatic transmission: move selector to the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 251
the inner threads if the car has been driven for several years exclusively with alloy wheels. If steel wheels are now fitted, the bolt hole threads in the brake hubs should be cleaned before the thinner steel wheels are fitted. It may otherwise not be possible to achieve the required clamping force - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 252
WARNING • All repairs and adjustments on the A/C system must be carried out by a Saab dealer authorized for compressor should be inspected under the regular service program. • Clean dirt and insects inside the engine bay). Do not use a pressure washer. Caution: Do not use the hose when the engine is - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 253
and other components must be inspected by an authorized Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belt yourself. Regularly check the Safety belts must not come into contact with substances such as polishes, oils or other chemicals. If the straps are dirty, wash them with warm - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 254
the window glass inside and out using a high quality window cleaner. This is particularly important enters an automatic car wash. • Remove fixed antennas, e.g. for mobile phone, before putting car the performance of the brakes. • Cars with Saab Parking Assistance: Do not spray the sensors or - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 255
the headlights. Do not use high-pressure washer. Avoid spraying the hood liner, as this can become heavy and hang down and touch the engine when the hood is closed. Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent or solvent when carrying out repairs or maintenance. Saab recommends the use of environmentally - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 256
and a PVC-based protective coating to protect against corrosion caused by stones flung up by the wheels. A thin penetrating anti-rust oil is also applied in cavities and body members. In addition to conventional anti-corrosion treatment like painting, underbody treatment and cavity treatment, most - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Use high pressure water to clean the car's underside (floor panels, wheel wells) at least at mid- winter and in the spring. 3 Inspect the car frequently for leaks or damage, and arrange for needed repairs promptly. After washing or after heavy rain, check for leaks. When washing the car inspect body - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 258
wheel Saab oil or gasoline leaks out of the engine or gearbox/transmission. • Check the coolant and power steering fluid levels. Check also for leaks. • Inspect the Poly-V-belt and replace it if it shows any signs of hard wear. • Check the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern parts - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 259
to your Saab dealer for service, however, high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. NOTICE To make sure that your headlights are aimed properly read all instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlight parts - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 260
on each lens. Subtract 2 inches if the vehicle is equipped with halogen lamps, record this distance. Subtract 3 inches if the vehicle is equipped with xenon lamps, record this distance. 4 At the wall or other flat surface, measure from the ground to the recorded distance (see point 4) and draw - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Car care and technical information 261 IB1953 Horizontal line on wall or other flat surface Correctly adjusted low beam 5 Turn on the low beam headlights and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent (although not directly on the lens) in front of the headlight not being aimed. This should allow - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 262
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Customer Assistance and Information 263 Customer Assistance and Information Maintenance schedule _ Owner assistance _____ Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) _____ Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government _____ Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders _____ 264 265 266 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 264
habits match this description, have the engine oil and filter changed inbetween normal services at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals. The Warranties and Service Record Booklet has provisions to record extra oil changes. NOTICE The Check-up will be done by your Saab dealer at no charge and should be - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Saab Warranties and Service Record Booklet which accompanies this Owner's Manual. The coupons are arranged in the order that normal service should be performed. The edge of each coupon is shaded to correspond to the type of service point: • Striped - "Check Up" • Blue - Oil change/inspection service - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 266
Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-5 car line can be ordered through the dealer. These are comprehensive manuals on CD rom, geared to use by professional technicians. Consult your Saab dealer for prices and for a listing for your model. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 267
control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 268
268 Customer Assistance and Information (This page has been left blank) - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 269
Specifications 269 Specifications General_____ Engine _____ Fuel_____ Engine oil_____ Engine variants _____ Electrical system_____ Drive belts _____ Manual gearbox_____ Automatic transmission Suspension _____ Steering _____ Brake system_____ Wheels and tires _____ Plates and labels_____ 270 272 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 270
bumpers: 9-5 Sedan_____ 9-5 Wagon _____ Overall width, including door mirrors ____ Maximum height: 9-5 Sedan_____ 9-5 Wagon . Chassis number in engine bay Weight ready for driving (i.e. with full fuel tank, washer-fluid reservoir, standard 3460-3780 lbs. tools and spare wheel) _____ (1570-1715 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 271
_____ Rear seat folded down _____ Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Wagon: Rear seat upright _____ Rear seat folded _____ 271 Trailer: above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by Saab Automobile AB. Note that local restrictions may apply to part or all of the rear seat is folded down. - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 272
recommended can cause serious engine damage. For optimum performance Saab recommend the following fuel grades: 2.3t _____ AON 90 2.3 engine power can occur to some extent. Fuel-tank capacity _____ 18.5 gal. (70 litres) 4-cylinder _____ Cylinder bores _____ Stroke _____ Swept volume _____ Idling - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Specifications Engine oil To meet demands in Saab's extended service intervals all engines are filled with specially designed synthetic factory fill oils. Long service intervals, fuel economy and environmental issues are the base for our choice of oil. By using oils approved by Saab you minimise the - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 274
optimize the time to the next service. 2.3T Ecopower Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm _____ 220 hp (161 kW) Maximum torque, EEC at 1800 rpm ____ 228.6 ft.lb (310 Nm) Compression ratio _____ 9.3:1 Oil capacity incl. filter (on changing) ____ 4.1 qts (4.0 litres) 2.3 Turbo Ecopower Rating, EEC at 5500 rpm - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Electrical system Voltage _____ Battery capacity _____ Starter motor _____ Alternator rating _____ Firing order _____ Spark plugs: 2.3t _____ Electrode gap _____ 2.3T and 2.3 Turbo _____ Electrode gap _____ NGK BCPR 6ES-11 0.0141 in (1.05 mm) NGK PFR 6H-10 0.0374 in (0.95 mm) IB542 275 Drive - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 276
transmission casing Transmission fluid _____ Saab 3309 (mineral oil based) Clutch type _____ Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 29-30 / 46-48 Manual gearbox Type _____ Oil _____ Oil capacity _____ Oil volume (on changing) _____ - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 277
. EBD, see page 168. Handbrake _____ Acts on rear wheels Power-assisted steering of rack-and-pinion type; telescopic steering-column mm) Rear, ventilated, certain variants *) ____ 11.81 in (300 mm) *) 15" wheel must not be used on these variants. Total friction area of brake pads: Front _____ 36.3 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 278
must not be fitted to the 2.3 Turbo and 2.3T since the size of the brake discs prohibits this. Speed ratings and load indices, see page 241. Always contact an authorized Saab dealer if you wish to fit other wheels or tires than those fitted as standard. NOTICE Wheels larger than 17" must not be - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 279
temperature as the surrounding air temperature. The values for tire pressure in the table above are /RF 205/65 R15 94 Q Winter tire for 2.3t 205/55 R16 91 Q Winter tire. All variants. Q XL/RF Winter tire. All variants. T115/70 R16 Spare wheel 1-3 pers./0-100 (0-160) 240/35 4-5 pers./0-100 (0-160) - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Plates and labels When consulting your Saab dealer, it may be necessary to quote the car's V.I.N., engine and gearbox numbers. 1 2 3 4 5 V.I.N. number, inside windshield. Certification label. Gearbox number. Engine number. USA: Label for color codes (trim and body) Canada: Label for tire pressure - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 281
= 9-5 Arc with driver's and passenger-side airbags H = 9-5 Aero with driver's and passenger-side airbags 8 Engine variant _____ A = E= G= 9 Check digit _____ 0-9/X 10 Model year _____ 4 = 11 Factory _____ 3 = 12 Serial number _____ 2.3T 2.3t 2.3 Turbo 2004 Trollhättan 000001-999999 6 Body version - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Saab dealer for further information. Car alarm/central locking system: • The sound level of the siren when locking/ unlocking, HIGH " start up mode with your own preferences you can manually select the desired settings for: • Temperature. • Fan Running Lights: To disable, turn off the ignition and pull out - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 283
_____ 85 Audio System, quick guide _____ 87 Autochecking of lights on starting ____ 60 Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 75 Automatic transmission, technical data _____ 276 Aviod theft, tip _____ 197 B Battery _____ 210 Battery charging/replacing _____ 211 Battery, boost starting _____ 191 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 284
automatic transmission __ 206 Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Sedan ___ 135 Folding the rear seat, 9-5 Wagon ___ 138 Frequently asked questions on airbag 37 Front fog lights _____ 72 Frost warning _____ 64 Fuel _____ 154 Fuel consumption _____ 63 Fuel filler door _____ 146 Fuel gauge _____ 61 Fuel grade - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 285
, engine _____ 272 Oil change, engine _____ 204 Oil specification _____ 272 OnStar _____ 107 Outdoor temperature _____ 63 Owner assistance _____ 265 R Radiator fan _____ 212 Radio _____ 90 Rain sensor _____ 73 Rear fog light _____ 70 Rear seat, 9-5 Sedan, folding _____ 135 Rear seat, 9-5 Wagon - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 286
Sentronic, manual mode _____ 163 Service costs _____ 265 Service information _____ 266 Service intervals _____ 264 Service record retention _____ 265 Settings, seats _____ 12 Side airbags _____ 35 Signalling, horn _____ 120 Sliding floor, 9-5 Wagon _____ 143 Snow chains _____ 176 Spare wheel _____ - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 287
lights _____ 54 Washers _____ 213 Washers, windshield _____ 214 Washing the car _____ 254 Waxing and polishing _____ 255 Wear indicators, tires _____ 235 Wheel replacement _____ 238 Wheel, change _____ 247 Wheels and tires _____ 278 Wheels front seats _____ 15 Viscosity, engine oil _____ 272 - 2004 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 288
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Owner’s Manual
Saab 9-5, Model Year 2004
Safety
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Security
39
Instruments and controls
53
Saab 9-5 Audio System
85
OnStar - Telematics
107
Interior equipment and trunk
119
Starting and driving
147
Car care and technical information
199
Customer Assistance and Information
263
Specifications
269
Index
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©
Saab Automobile AB 2003
Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden
Printed in Sweden