2006 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 199
2006 Saab 9-3 Manual
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Starting and driving NOTICE • We recommend you to use a genuine Saab trailer hitch, since other models can damage the car's bodywork and electrical system. • We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer for guidance on how to connect a trailer hitch. • Exercise care when driving on uneven roads or against the curb if the car is heavily laden. This particularly applies to cars with 17" wheels. The following driving time limits are based on the capacity of the cooling system in hot weather, i.e. approximately 104°F (+40°C). Gradient of Max. trailer hill, % weight, lbs. (kg) 6-8 2200 (1000) 9-11 1760 (800) 12-14 1100 (500) max. 15 880 (400) Time limit, minutes unlimited max. 15 max. 15 max. 15 199 The following message will be displayed on the SID if the transmission fluid becomes too hot: Gearbox too hot. Make a safe stop. Open hood to cool down. If this message appears, stop the car as soon as it is safe to do so and allow the engine to idle until the message has gone out. The selector lever should be in position P. When continuing your journey, manually select a low gear in which the engine speed is about 3,500 rpm until the incline eases (see page 178). Recommendations for cars with automatic transmission The following driving time limits are based on the capacity of the cooling system in hot weather, i.e. approximately 86°F (+30°C). Gradient of Max. trailer hill, % weight, lbs. (kg) 6-8 3330 (1500) 9-11 3080 (1400) 12-14 2645 (1200) max. 15 2200 (1000) Time limit, minutes unlimited max. 15 max. 15 max. 15 When negotiating long hills, bear the following important considerations in mind. Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the temperature gauge in the main instrument panel. The following steps are taken in order as the temperature of the transmission increases: • Gear change pattern is altered • A/C compressor is switched off • Max. engine torque is reduced WARNING Remember to use engine-braking (selector position M1, M2, or M3) to spare the brakes when you are driving on a long or steep downhill slope. Overheating can cause the brakes to fade!