2006 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 58

58 Instruments and controls Indicator and warning lights A number of indicator and warning lights will come on when the ignition is switched on prior to starting. Under normal conditions, these should go out a few seconds after the engine has started (see page 64). Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) WARNING IB4117 U.S. shown, Canada similar 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 and trip meter 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 driver 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.).