2005 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 81

Instruments and controls Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will come on if the engine oil pressure is too low. If the warning light flashes or comes on while you are driving, stop immediately in a safe place, switch off the engine and check the oil level (see page 202). 79 Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) WARNING An illuminated "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator light indicates an engine-related problem. While your car 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 your car and create unsafe driving conditions. The operator should be prepared to take action if such unsafe conditions arise (e.g. brake smoothly, engage neutral, stop in a suitable place, switch off the engine, etc.) This light indicates a malfunction in the fuel or ignition system. The car may still be driven with care but the performance of the engine will be somewhat diminished (see page 150). The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Engine malfunction. Contact Saab dealer. NOTICE Never drive the car when the oil pressure warning lamp is on. Low oil pressure can cause serious engine damage. The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Oil pressure low. Make a safe stop. Turn off engine. NOTICE The car should be checked immediately at a Saab dealer to prevent more serious faults from arising.