2008 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual
2008 Saab 9-3 Manual
2008 Saab 9-3 manual content summary:
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11:37 AM 1 Owner's Manual Saab 9-3 M2008 Safety Security 9-3 Convertible Instruments and controls Interior equipment Starting and driving Car care Customer Assistance and Information Technical data Index © Saab Automobile AB 2007 Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden Printed - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Supplied with the car is a Warranty and Service Record booklet which contains important warranty information and specifies the regular maintenance to be carried out. Also included is a Quick Reference Guide, an Infotainment System manual, tire warranties and (U.S. customers), a dealer directory with - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
blades ___ 103 221 220 Changing bulbs _____ 222 Front fog lights_____ 100 Headlight levelling _____ 98 High/low beam _____ 99 Parking lights_____ 98 Rear fog light_____ 101 Automatic climate control __ Hazard warning lights_____ Seat heating, ACC _____ Car care and maintenance _ 107 102 114 274 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
for roof carriers ___ Roof load _____ 286 194 194 Hood _____ Washing the engine bay_____ 204 267 High/Low beam switch ____ Direction indicators_____ Front lights _____ Headlight levelling (xenon) _ Headlight switches _____ Headlight washers _____ Changing bulbs _____ 97 101 224 98 97 221 222 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
Door mirrors_____ 125 134 124 Interior light switches _____ Moonroof _____ Interior lighting: changing bulbs ___ 133 130 235 Airbag _____ 266 Fuses _____ 237 Glove box _____ Storage compartments____ Electric windows _____ 121 Automatic transmission ___ Changing gears _____ Manual transmission - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
ABS brakes_____ Brake pads _____ Brake system _____ Brake fluid_____ 172 214 293 214 Ignition system _____ Alternator_____ Drive belt _____ Exhaust emission control __ Simple troubleshooting (ACC) Spark plugs _____ Turbo gauge _____ 291 219 219 157 274 291 88 Fuse table _____ Changing a fuse - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
: checking/topping up__ 215 Vehicle identification number _____ Color code _____ Engine number _____ Warning labels_____ Gearbox number _____ ABS brakes_____ Brake pads _____ Brake system _____ Brake fluid_____ 173 293 172 214 297 297 297 8 297 Fuse table_____ Changing a fuse _____ Fuses _____ - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
System to be serviced by qualified personnel only. For instructions consult dealer manual. The A/C system complies with SAE J639. Charge: 4 cyl. - 680 g and 6 cyl. - 650 g R134a. Compressor oil: 150 cc PAG oil SP-10 alt. Saab oil 4759106 LEVEL INDICATOR DARK CLEAR OK LOW P/N 127 93 955 Maintenance - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
the air bag. • The back seat is the safest place for children. • Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. • Always use seat belts and child restraints. Contact a Saab dealer if a xenon headlight requires replacement. This label is only found on cars with xenon headlights. Changing wheels - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
Pressure Monitoring System Shield eyes Parking lights Defroster Foot brake Keep out of reach of children Battery acid contains sulphuric acid Risk of explosive gas Hazard warning lights Rear window heating Coolant level Front fog lights Cabin fan Engine oil pressure Rear fog light ABS - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
93_US_M08.book Page 11 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Safety 11 Safety Safety belts _____ Seats _____ Head restraints _____ Child safety _____ Airbag_____ 12 18 23 24 32 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
When the ignition is switched on, the safety belt reminder will come on if the driver or/and the front seat front seats: If the belt is not fastened before the car starts to move there will be an additional reminder when the speed exceeds 15 mph. The text Use your seatbelt. is lit on the Saab - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
sharply, the car tilts, the brakes are applied hard or a crash occurs. • Children up to 6 years of age must always be seated in a child seat. Saab recommends the use of a child seat for children up to the age of 10. • Children who have grown out of a child seat should be restrained - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
to tighten the lap belt part. The belt must be as far in on the shoulder as possible. Belt height adjustment, SportSedan and SportCombi The belt guide on the door pillar for the front safety belts can be set at different heights. The front belt guide in the Convertible is not adjustable due to - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
neck. To avoid chafing in the case of a short person, the guide can be lowered until the belt comes about an inch (a few centimeters) from To lower it, depress the catch release button while lowering the guide. Check that the guide locks in its new position. 15 Safety belt use during pregnancy - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
37 AM 16 Safety SportSedan and SportCombi: The front safety belts are equipped with body's kinetic energy as gradually as possible. Convertible: The front and rear safety belts are equipped with pretensioners We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
11:37 AM Safety Safety belts, rear seat, SportSedan and SportCombi Safety belts rear seat, Convertible, see page 75. 17 WARNING • Make sure that the the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. Rear safety belts, SportSedan and SportCombi The belt must be as far in on the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
seats 3 See page 20. Electric heating, front seats 3 See pages 114. Manually adjusted front seats 3 The following front seat adjustments can be made to achieve a comfortable driving position: • Height 3 • Legroom • Backrest rake angle • Lumbar support firmness 3 • Head restraint height Height - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Page 19 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Safety 19 Adjusting the legroom Adjusting the backrest Adjusting the lumbar support Legroom adjustment Lift the lever under the front of the seat and slide the seat to the desired position. Backrest rake angle WARNING The backrest should be upright during - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
page 21. With the doors closed the seats can only be adjusted when the ignition is ON. However, there are two exceptions: • To facilitate getting into the car, both seats can be adjusted when either of the front doors is open. • The seats can be adjusted up to 2 minutes after both doors - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Adjusting the rake angle Adjusting the lumbar support Driver's seat in SportSedan and SportCombi Memory function buttons Backrest rake angle WARNING of the backrest with the rear lever. Lumbar support 3 Adjust the firmness of the lumbar support by turning the knob. Memory function 3 WARNING - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
the remote control has been inserted into the ignition switch, all seat settings can be adjusted Adjust the seat and the door mirrors. The lumbar support is not included by the memory function. 2 Press and that the settings have been saved. To recall programmed settings, press and hold the desired - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
and SportCombi Head restraint, Convertible, see front seats are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These are designed to reduce the risk of neck injury if the car is hit from behind. The SAHR is a mechanical system, actuated by body weight. The mechanism is built into the top - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
of the car while filling the tank. • Never allow children to climb on top of or under motor vehicles. • Always look for children before backing your BELTS and CHILD RESTRAINTS • NEVER put a rear-facing child seat in the front • Sit as far back as possible from the airbag WARNING Protect children - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
restraint instructions. Saab recommends the LATCH attachments. The LATCH system consists of top tether and lower anchorages. In this vehicle, LATCH is installed at the two outboard seating positions in the rear seat, and there is a top tether on the rear center position (not Convertible). The top - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 26 Safety Lower anchorages in the rear seat, SportSedan and SportCombi Lower anchor and top tether anchor locations, SportSedan and SportCombi. Convertible has two top tether anchors, one behind each head restraint (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
with top tether When fitting child restraints in cars you must always read the instructions supplied by the child restraint manufacturer. Use the integrated harness to restraint the child, according to the child restraint manufacturers instructions. The availability of LATCH child restraints - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
questions regarding child anchorages please contact your Saab dealer. The car is provided with three top tether anchorages. Use the one that the lower part of the child restraint by means of the lower anchorages or the safety belts as described in the child restraint installation instruction. 4 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
top tether anchorages for forward facing child seats SportCombi top tether strap. Child top tether anchorages, SportCombi WARNING Child top contact your Saab dealer. The top tether anchors are is provided with three top tether anchorages. Use Secure the lower part of the child restraint by - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Child top tether anchorages for forward facing child seats Convertible WARNING Child top tether Top tether anchorages in the rear seat 3 Secure the lower part of the child restraint by means of the lower anchorages or the safety belts as described in the child restraint installation instruction - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
belt WARNING Failure to follow all the manufacturer's instructions on the use of child restraint systems can cause your child to strike the vehicle´s the safety belt latch from the buckle. 2 Disengage the safety belt from the child restraint, according to the instructions from the child restraint - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
the head also • Inflatable curtains along length of headlining (from front to rear roof pillars) (SportSedan and SportCombi only) • Safety belt pretensioners for front seats Convertible: and outer rear seats. The airbag system supplements the protection provided by the safety belts to further - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
When the airbag system is activated all of the doors are unlocked while the interior/exterior lighting and the hazard warning lights are illuminated at a passenger airbag. Both front airbags inflated Note Impact sensors react differently depending on whether or not the front safety belts on the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
.book Page 34 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 34 Safety Airbag system 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Steering wheel with integral airbag Passenger airbag Side airbag Inflatable curtain (SportSedan and SportCombi) Sensors in front bumper Sensor, side-impact protection Sensor, side-impact protection (SportSedan and - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
after the car has been started or comes on while you are driving, have the car checked immediately. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. The warning light could signify that the airbags may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. See page 85. • Fumes are generated - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
a child. The system is the same as that used on the driver's side. The airbag systems are interconnected and have a common warning light . The passenger airbag the event of a crash. • Never place anything on the dash or in front of the seat as, in addition to being a hazard to passengers, this could - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
will be lit during the system check when you turn the ignition switch to ST or ON. When the system check is complete, either the ON or the OFF LED, will be lit. See Airbag warning light on page 85. The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag and side - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off. Saab a rear-facing child seat in the front." This is because the risk to the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
. WARNING If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat may not - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. The side airbags, which help protect the upper body (head also in Convertible), are integrated in the outside edges of the front seat backrests. The side impact protection of the SportSedan and SportCombi also includes inflatable curtains (see page - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
sill and one in the lower part of each C-pillar. Convertible: The Convertible has two side impact protection sensors, one on each side of the car. These are located at the rear of the sills. Inflated side airbag and inflatable curtain, SportSedan and SportCombi 41 Inflated side airbag with head - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
occupants of the car's outer seats. The inflatable curtains deploys into the window area between the front and rear roof pillars. If the airbag system registers forces equivalent to a high-speed frontal crash (Stage II for the steering wheel and passenger airbags), the inflatable curtains will also - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
airbag system may not be working properly. See page 85. • The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. Prohibited seating position • To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
airbag system The airbag system must be inspected as part of the normal service program but otherwise may be regarded as maintenance-free. When an airbag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
features including the airbags, safetybelts, steering wheel, seats and dashboard. These parts system components merely supplement the car's normal safety system. Moreover, the front are available through your Saab dealer. Airbags inflate extremely angle of the impact, the speed of the car on impact, - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
AIR-BAG warning light comes on? If the warning light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system to consult a doctor afterwards. low impact speed, the airbag will not necessarily be triggered. my advanced airbag system? Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
93_US_M08.book Page 47 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Security 47 Security Doors _____ Central locking _____ Car alarm _____ 48 48 56 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h) and the door has still not been closed): Close doors. Central locking WARNING Leaving children or pets unattended in a locked car is dangerous. It is also dangerous to leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key. A child or others could be badly Saab system - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
cabin lighting. Activates panic function Button Pressed once Pressed twice Locks all doors. _ Hold and press the button more than 2 seconds _ • Warm the remote control in your hands for a couple of minutes if it has become very cold to prevent malfunction. • For details on changing the battery - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
the ignition key. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. Never lock anyone in the car. Remote locking and unlocking also control the car alarm. Remote locking Press the button once: SportSedan: all doors locked. SportCombi: all doors and tailgate locked. The hazard warning lights - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
battery voltage drops below a certain level while the remote control is in the ignition switch, you will not be able to remove the remote control. If you must leave the car, proceed as follows: 1 Lock the car by pressing down the lock buttons on the doors. 2 Lock the front . SportCombi: lights will - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
rear doors remain locked. If the car is left with one or more doors open, the interior lighting will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes. This is to prevent the battery from running flat. Also, if the car has electrically adjustable seats, these will cease to operate. Child safety locks - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 53
which of these (1-5) is in the ignition switch. Example of SID message: Number of keys: Active key number: Trunk 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 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Security When the voltage of the remote control battery drops below a certain level, the Saab Information Display (SID) will display: Remote control battery low. Replace battery. Change the battery as soon as possible to avoid malfunctioning. Battery type: For optimum performance in all temperatures - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
system does not work after changing the battery and the car is locked, proceed as follows: Change the battery and fit together the two halves of the remote control 3 Change the battery. Fit the new battery If, when inserted into the ignition switch, there is a problem checking the electronic code of - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
car with the arm the car alarm. SportCombi If you unlock and/or open the children in a vehicle with the ignition key. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. The hood and trunk lid are closed. If the signal persists, contact a Saab dealer to have the problem checked and rectified. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
arises in the car alarm system, the Saab Information Display (SID) will display: Theft protection failure. Contact service. 57 Signals when the alarm locking the car by remote control in extremely cold weather, it is advisable to check that the lock system has operated properly. To do so, check - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Normal life: approx. 4 years. Change the battery when the SID displays: Remote control battery low. Replace battery. See Changing the key battery, page 54. Remote control Remote control battery Some car alarm functions and indications can be reprogrammed. Contact a Saab dealer for details of the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Security Quick guide, LED and Saab Information Display (SID) messages Activity Arming (delay period) Alarm armed Disarming Alarm not armed LED signal Illuminates for 11 seconds. Flashes once every 3 seconds. Extinguishes. Off. SID message Key not accepted. Contact service. Remote control battery low - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
93_US_M08.book Page 60 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 60 Security (This page has been left blank.) - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
_____ Operating the soft top __ Raising the soft top manually _____ SID warnings and messages _____ "Easy entry"_____ Head restraints _____ Safety belts, rear seat, Convertible _____ 62 63 68 71 73 74 75 Rollover Pop-up Bars ___ Electric windows_____ Interior lighting _____ Unlocking the trunk - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
system. • Washing the soft top, see page 267. Advice on soft top operation • Once you have raised the soft top and before driving off, always check that the soft top top. This applies to car washes that use mechanical feelers bearing against the body. Saab advises against washing the Convertible - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
b Folding NOTE If you drive off while raising or folding the soft top, operation is halted when the speed of the car exceeds 20 mph (30 km/h). This speed can be programmed (0-20 mph/0-30 km/h). We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. The movement of the car and force of the wind can - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
2007 11:37 AM 64 9-3 Convertible 2 Press and hold the soft top button until the soft top is fully folded and the soft top cover raised. Completed folding is must be fulfilled for the soft top to be folded: • Vehicle speed must not exceed 20 mph (30 km/h). • Battery voltage must exceed 10 V. • - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
93_US_M08.book Page 65 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible 65 1 Rear window raised. Soft top storage in luggage compartment lowered. 2 The soft top cover is opened. 3 Soft top folded. 4 The soft top cover is closed. a 7.2 ft (2.2 m) b 2" (5 cm) - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
2007 11:37 AM 66 9-3 Convertible 2 Press and hold the soft top button until the soft top is fully raised and the soft top cover closed. Completed raising is must be fulfilled for raising the soft top: • Vehicle speed must not exceed 20 mph (30 km/h). • Battery voltage must exceed 10 V. • The - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
93_US_M08.book Page 67 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible 67 1 The soft top cover is opened. 2 The soft top is raised. 3 The soft top cover is closed. 4 The rear window is lowered. a 7.2 ft (2.2 m) b 2" (5 cm - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
. Do not fold the soft top having closed it manually. This can damage the soft top mechanism. If the soft top has been folded mechanically there will be a delay of 20 seconds before it is possible to raise it manually (the pressure must be released from the hydraulic system). If the car is without - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
93_US_M08.book Page 69 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible 69 Soft top cover opened Manual closing started Soft top pulled towards windshield 5 Open the soft top cover, upward and backward. 6 Tip forward the front seat backrests. WARNING • Do not touch the hinges and struts of the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 70 9-3 Convertible Soft top locked to windshield rail 8 Sit in one of the front seats and lock the soft top to the windshield rail. Use the lug wrench and the Allen key. Turn roughly 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Check that the soft top is properly locked in place by pressing - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible 71 SID warnings and messages The following messages associated with the soft top system and can be displayed on the SID together with a chime: Cause Soft top front not locked. Failure of the soft top to lock automatically to the windshield. Suitable - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 72 9-3 Convertible Battery low. Soft top obstructed. Clear obstacles. Complete soft top operation to open trunk. Complete soft top operation before driving Close trunk. Complete soft top operation. Complete soft top operation. Close the trunk lid. The voltage of the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
73 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible 73 "Easy entry" WARNING • Always check that the backrest the backrest. To facilitate getting in and out of the rear seat, the front seats can be slid forward. Manually adjusted passenger seats 3 1 Raise the handle by the head restraint on the seat - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
seats that are occupied. The front seats are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These are designed to reduce the risk of neck injury if the car is hit from behind. The SAHR is a mechanical system, actuated by body weight. The mechanism is built into the top of the backrest, where it - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible 75 Safety belts, rear seat, Convertible The two rear seats have three-point safety belts with inertia reels. Fasten the belt by pulling the belt and inserting the tongue in the buckle. Check that it is securely fastened. Position the lap part low across the hips - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
9-3 Convertible • Rollover Pop Up Bars deploy with great force, and you could be injured if your arm or other body part, or a crash or rollover. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Rollover Pop-up Bars The Rollover Pop Up Bars, top do not operated the soft top while the bars are extended. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
openings, before raising the window. • Do not stick any part of the body or the head out through an open window while the car is moving. To close Soft top raised - The windows are operated individually. Soft top folded - The button for the front window closes both side windows. Automatic closing of - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
's door. 2 Turn off the cabin lighting with the center button, see illustration. This is canceled when the ignition switch is turned to position ON or when the car is locked with the remote control. Front interior lighting - Convertible 1 Left-hand reading light 2 Cabin light 3 Right-hand reading - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
11, 2007 11:37 AM 9-3 Convertible Glove box The glove box lighting comes on when the compartment is opened and goes out when it is closed. For changing bulbs, refer to page 232. 79 Unlocking the trunk lid manually If the trunk lid is not unlocked by the central locking system, it can be unlocked - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
Convertible for two golf bags. Proceed as follows. 1 Start by inserting the narrow end of the first bag to the right. 2 Lie down the bag. Turn the bag so that it lies on its widest side and slide it forward, in under the soft top the fitting instructions supplied with the wind deflector carefully. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
2007 11:37 AM Instruments and controls 81 Instruments and controls Warning and indicator lights _____ Instruments _____ Saab Information Display (SID)_____ Switches _____ Wipers and washers ____ Automatic climatecontrol system (ACC)__ 82 87 89 97 103 107 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
This warning light illuminates when a fault arises in the antilock brake system. The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Antilock brake malfunc. Contact service. U.S. shown, Canada similar Main instrument panel 1 2 3 4 Tachometer Speedometer Turbo gauge Fuel gauge - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the NOTE 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): Warning, tire pressure The light illuminates if - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
(see page 156). The following message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Reduced engine power. Contact service. Front fog lights 3 This light indicates when the front fog lights are on (see page 100). The front fog lights are switched off automatically when the engine is switched off - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
and controls The brake system provides Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). This distributes the brake pressure between the front and rear wheels, Saab Information Display (SID): Airbag malfunction. Contact service. and lights will come on. Also, the following message will appear on the Saab - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 86
message is shown on the Saab Information Display (SID): Stability control failure. Contact service. If so, have the system checked at a Saab dealer. NOTE If the car runs out of fuel, air can be drawn in with the fuel, which, in turn, can cause the catalytic converter to be damaged by overheating - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 87
and indicator lights shown above should come on when the ignition switch is turned to ON. They should go out after about 4 seconds once the engine has started or after the fault-free self-diagnosis of each system or function. Instruments Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 88
air temperatures or under heavy engine loads), choose the highest possible gear ratio and the lowest possible engine speed, and avoid shifting down. Never open the cap of the expansion tank completely when the engine is hot, open with care. The pressure in the cooling-system can cause hot coolant - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 89
's speed. 89 Saab Information Display (SID) • Various types of information are shown on the SID: warnings, indications, trip computer information and information from the car's Infotainment System. Fuel gauge When less than about 2.5 gallons (10 litre) of fuel is left in the tank, a warning light - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 90
miles (30 km) then the text Refill fuel now is displayed. Average fuel consumption since function last reset Distance to destinations. Function can also be used as a trip meter Average speed since function last reset Speed warning (chime) Settings of features such as alarm clock, language and rain - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 91
38 °F (-3 and +3 °C). If the temperature sensor, located under the front bumper, is covered by snow or ice, temperature readings will be unreliable. • Dist (preset to 100 miles (100 km) if not previously set) • Speed Ø • Speed W (preset to 55 mph (90 km/h) 2 Press and hold the SET button is running. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 92
to the previously calculated arrival time. Resetting a single function 1 Select the function you wish to reset using the steering wheel controls, or . • Fuel Ø • Speed Ø • Trip (Dist used as trip meter) 2 Press and hold the CLR button for approx. 1 second. The selected function will now be reset - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 93
off and the needles drop to zero. Note: All indicator and warning lights and messages will operate normally if required. Temp (when the outside temperature falls or rises to between 26 and 38 °F (-3 and +3 °C)) and D.T.E. (when the remaining fuel is only sufficient for approx. 80 miles (50 km) of - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Settings you can choose whether the entire speedometer scale (0-160 mph) or only part of the scale (0-90 mph) should be illuminated in NIGHTPANEL mode. 1 . 2 Press and hold the SET button until given audible confirmation. 3 Select Speed Scale Illum. 4 Press the SET button. 5 Select 0-160 mph or 0-90 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 95
FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ESPANOL SVENSKA Speed Scale Illum. 0-160 mph 0-90 mph Speed Scale Sel. BOTH SCALES ONLY MPH SCALE Unit METRIC US IMPERIAL Climate System, page 115. Next Service: xx%. INTERMEDIATE MAIN Time for Service. INTERMEDIATE MAIN MAIN & INTERMED Reset Service Ind? YES NO TCS, page - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 96
engine oil. The type of service that is required is also shown here. Time for Service. When it is time for service the required service type is displayed. INTERMEDIATE MAIN MAIN & INTERMED A service indication must only be reset after the service has been performed. TCS/ESP Select whether the system - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 97
, there is an automatic switch between lowbeam and Daytime Running Lights (DRL) based on the amount of daylight. Two sensors located at the top of the windshield detect upward and forward light intensity. This makes it possible for the system to automatically perform functions such as activating low - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 98
oncoming traffic. Adjust your speed accordingly as the range of the headlights will be reduced. Check fuse 20 in the engine bay fuse box (see page 242). A fault in the system will produce the following message on the Saab Information Display (SID): Headlight levelling malfunction. Special equipment - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Instruments and controls Courtesy Headlamp Feature 99 A delay function allows the low beam headlights and back-up lights to remain on for about the steering wheel. Xenon cornering headlights 3 When the car speed exceeds approx. 6 mph (10 km/h), the main headlight will be angled slightly when the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 100
switched off. When the car is next started, the fog lights will have to be switched back on manually by pressing the fog light switch. If the engine is restarted within 30 seconds, the front fog lights will remain on but not if the light switch is in position AUTO. Adjusting instrument illumination - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
its indicator bulbs breaks. Turn signal & lane change indicators 1 Right 2 Left 101 Rear fog light To turn on the rear fog light, press the rear fog light button on the instrument panel. The headlights or front fog lights must be on. The rear fog light is automatically turned off when the engine - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 102
lights WARNING Switch on the hazard flashers if the car has to be left at the roadside on account of a crash, engine trouble hazard warning lights is located warning lights light switch Button for accessory 3 This button can be used for accessories, such as extra lights. Back-Up The back-up lights - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
of the wipers. The wipers always return to their home position when the ignition is turned off. To leave the wipers positioned vertically on the windshield, proceed located on the windshield beside the rearview mirror. The system varies the frequency of wiping between single sweeps and continuous - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
and then back to AUTO to reactivate the sensor. If the system malfunctions, the wipers will operate at low speed when the stalk switch is set to the AUTO position and SID will show: Rain sensor malfunc. Contact service. Washers Activate the washers by pulling the stalk switch towards the steering - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
fifth time the windshield washers are used or if two (2) minutes have elapsed since the windshield was last washed. The headlight washers are not activated at speeds in excess of 125 mph (200 km/h). Adjusting sensitivity The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted under Settings. 1 Select - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 106
washer jet is not adjustable. Changing wiper blade, see page 221. Saab Information Display (SID): Washer fluid level low. Refill. Rear window wiper, SportCombi engaged and the engine is running. • washing and wiping: move after the washing has finished. If the speed of the car is below 25 mph (40 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 107
It passes through an effective filter before reaching the climate control system and delivery into the cabin. The air is evacuated via openings in automatic regulation) Fan speed Manual setting of air distribution Temperature setting: right-hand side 6 7 8 9 10 Recirculation Seat heating, front right - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 108
air temperature sensors 2 (located in the outer panel vents). Note If the sun sensor is covered, the ACC system will not be able to regulate the cabin climate as intended. Sun- and cabin sensor, SportSedan and SportCombi 1 Sun sensor 2 Cabin temperature sensor Sun- and cabin sensor, Convertible - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
air vents are open when cooling the cabin in warm weather. When the ignition is switched off, only the temperature control affects the system the next time the engine is started. The system enhanced demisting. The amount of air can be individually controlled by the regulator on each vent. If you - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 110
can be adjusted on the passenger side. MAX cooling produces: • Max cooling effect (A/C compressor will run even if AC OFF has been selected). • Air distribution through panel vents. • Max fan speed. • Recirculation ON. MAX heat (red indicator): MAX heating is obtained when the temperature knob is - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
, fan speed and recirculation will be controlled automatically. Turn the fan control counterclockwise until "OFF" lights up. ACC-system OFF. Fan OFF. A/C-compressor OFF. Air distribution selections locked in current settings. Recirculation can be selected manually. Heating 3 of the front seats is - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
distribution Defroster and floor vents One press: When the defroster is chosen manually, all the windows (except the rear side windows, where the air flow is off) are demisted by: • High fan speed. • The air is directed to the defroster vents. • Temperature increases somewhat. • Recirculation OFF - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 113
.book Page 113 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Instruments and controls Start in cold weather 113 To start with, the system will automatically select the defroster setting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine warms up, air will also be distributed through the floor vents and the fan - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 114
is controlled manually but can also be automatic. Refer to Settings on page 115. Formation of ice and mist in extreme weather conditions It is only in the most extreme conditions that icing and misting of window glass are likely to be a problem, such as in torrential rain or severe cold coupled - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 115
AM Instruments and controls ACC- Convertible When the soft top is folded, several functions in the ACC-system is effected. The system adjusts itself as follows: • the sensitivity of the temperature knob changes • air distribution and fan speed can only be adjusted manually • Recirculation and rear - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 116
front regulation. Convertible: Fan speed is not regulated automatically when the soft top is open. Explanation of how the ACC system can be customized under Settings. Rear Defroster AUTO The rear window and door mirror heating is controlled automatically. This is one of the Default Settings. MANUAL - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 117
2 hours. Convertible: The A/C compressor is switched off when the soft top is folded down Saab dealer. • The A/C compressor can be on even when the soft top is folded down. • The A/C compressor can be set to operate as when the soft top the passenger zone is changed, the system will switch to Dual - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
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, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Interior equipment 119 Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment _____ Electric windows_____ Rearview mirrors_____ Moonroof 3 _____ Interior lighting _____ Cup holder 3 _____ Power Outlet 3 _____ Storage compartments__ Trunk _____ 120 121 124 130 133 134 136 136 138 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
93_US_M08.book Page 120 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 120 Interior equipment Steering wheel adjustment WARNING Only adjust the steering wheel while the car is stationary so that you are not distracted from the traffic. The height and reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted. There is a release - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
window. • Do not stick any part of the body or the head out remote control was removed from the ignition switch. Window switch in rear top (Convertible), the range is reduced by approximately half. Convertible: For the remote opening 3 of the soft top, refer to page 64. To open Press down the front - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
care when closing a window to ensure that no one gets caught. Raise the front edge of the button one step. The window will stop when it is pinch protection can be temporarily disengaged and the window closed. 1 Make sure the ignition is ON. 2 Press and hold the button on the driver's door while - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 123
. The front electric windows should be calibrated if automatic closing does not work or if the battery has been disconnected. The pinch protection 3 will not work if the windows are not calibrated. Calibration is performed as follows: 1 Close the doors. 2 The car must be running at idling speed. The - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
on the driver's door: 1 Select a door mirror with the upper button. 2 Adjust the mirror using the touch pad. The mirror glass can also be adjusted manually by gently pressing the glass in the desired direction. The mirror heating is turned on together with the rear window heating. If the car has - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 125
garage opener with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards. (This includes any garage door opener model vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed garage opener buttons be erased for - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 126
the frequencies of three different remote controls. The battery in the remote control should be fairly new 5 After the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, release both the delete any factory codes. Press and hold the two outer buttons until the indicator light begins to - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Firmly press and release the "learn" or "smart" button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which has successfully been accepted by the garage opener. (The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly.) Proceed with "Programming" step - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 128
press and release the programmed button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. Erasing the three - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 129
mirror. The compass bearing is displayed in the top right-hand corner of the mirror and is updated number is now also shown. 3 Press button 5 repeatedly to change the zone number. There are 15 zones from which to choose travel. If, for any reason, a manual calibration is needed perform as follows: 1 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 130
or fingers in the opening, before closing the moonroof. • Do not stick any part of the body or the head out through an open window while the car is was removed from the ignition switch. Moonroof control 1 Manually controlled opening 2 Automatic opening 3 Manually controlled closing 4 Automatic - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 131
care when closing the moonroof to ensure that nothing gets trapped. Manually controlled closing Slide the control forward to its first position. The ) and soft top, the range is reduced by approximately half. If the moonroof is in the ventilation position, it will not open. Convertible: For the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 132
create so much resistance that the pinch protection cuts in (moonroof cannot be closed), the pinch protection can be temporarily disengaged. 1 Make sure the ignition is ON. 2 Press and hold the button on the driver's door while operating the window in question. 3 Close the moonroof with the button - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 133
are dimmed out gradually. If a door is left open and the light switch is in position 2 or 3 and the ignition is OFF, the interior lighting will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes to save the battery. The glove box lighting is switched on and off automatically when the glove box is - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 134
on the audio system , the ignition switch or the like when using the cup holders. Soft drinks in particular can cause malfunctions. Cup holders are provided in the fascia, in the center console compartment between the front seats and rear seat cushion (SportSedan and SportCombi). The cup holder - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 135
93_US_M08.book Page 135 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Interior equipment 135 Cup holder in fascia Cup holder in center console compartment between front seats 3 Cup holder in rear seat cushion 3, SportSedan and SportCombi - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 136
An open glove box door could cause personal injury in the event of a crash. There are additional storage compartments below the front ashtray and in the doors. Open the glove box with the button on the left of the moulding. Convertible has lockable glove box. Use the traditionally key, see page 54. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Page 137 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Interior equipment 137 Sliding cover in glove box to admit cold air. This allows the storage of chocolate during hot weather for example. Storage compartment between front seats Storage pocket on front edge of seats 3 Storage pocket on back of seats 3 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Trunk Folding down the rear seat, SportSedan Convertible: The rear seat cannot be folded. heat stroke. • Keep hands well clear of all moving parts. • Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There in the trunk could force their way into the cabin during heavy breaking or a crash. • Adjust the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 139
flexibility, the rear seat is split so that the narrow and the wide part can be folded down separately. Next to the hinges in the trunk are handles for unlocking the rear seat backrests. The operation is easier if the front seats are not too far back and the rear seat head restraints are fully - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 140
93_US_M08.book Page 140 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 140 Interior equipment Load-through hatch, SportSedan Convertible: There is no load-through hatch. WARNING • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 141
Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. 141 • Secure heavy and bulky items using the lashing eyes provided in 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 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 142
lid is left open, the lighting will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes to prevent the battery from running flat. • Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its handling characteristics (see page 286). • Match your speed - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 143
11:37 AM Interior equipment Folding down the rear seat backrest, SportCombi WARNING • Never drive the car if the backrest is not that the narrow and the wide part can be folded down separately. It is easiest to fold down the rear seat backrests if the front seats are slid forward. 1 Unlock - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 144
Page 144 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 144 Interior equipment WARNING • Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place smaller and lighter bags on top. • Elastic cargo net 3: WARNING. Avoid eye injury. DO NOT overstretch. ALWAYS keep face and body out of recoil path. DO NOT use when strap has - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 145
93_US_M08.book Page 145 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Interior equipment Load-through hatch, SportCombi WARNING • Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury resulting from the displacement of - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 146
against the back of the rear seat. • Never stack cargo so high that any part of the cargo lies above the edge of the backrest, if a cargo guard 3 on sharp edges to prevent damage to the cargo straps. Tie down eyes, SportCombi There are tie down eyes in the trunk that should be used to secure loads - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 147
visible the backrest is not locked. • Match your speed and driving style to how the car is loaded to a weight of 2200 lbs. (1,000 kg) in a front-end collision at 32 mph (50 km/h). • Adjust the is folded down. These nets are only intended to keep light objects tidy, not for the anchoring of loads. • - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 148
, 2007 11:37 AM 148 Interior equipment Cargo net, vertical 3, SportCombi Fit the net behind the rear seat backrest. 1 Remove the rear enclosed extra straps. Secure the hooks in the two outer eyes furthest back on the front seats' rails down by the floor. Tension the straps. Storing the cargo net - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 149
11, 2007 11:37 AM Interior equipment Cargo net, floor mounted 3, SportCombi 1 Fold up the floor. Position the edges of the floor in the the folded-up floor. 149 Cargo net, floor mounted, SportCombi 1 Upper bracket. Make sure that the rubber bands are not twisted 2 Lower anchorage point Cargo - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 150
11, 2007 11:37 AM 150 Interior equipment Cargo guard 3, SportCombi NOTE Do not place any objects on the extended cargo guard. It is designed to shield against view and not for storage. To fit 1 Hold the cartridge so that the extendible part faces backward. 2 Position the cartridge over the pin - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 151
driving _____ Refueling _____ Engine Break-in Period _ Manual transmission___ Automatic transmission 3 _____ Cruise control _____ Braking _____ Traction Control System (TCS) _____ Electronic Stability Program ESP® _____ Parking brake_____ Parking _____ Saab Parking Assistance 3 _____ 152 154 154 156 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 152
the car. To allow the various systems in the car time to register that the remote control has been inserted into the ignition switch, do not turn the remote control for roughly half a second. Ignition switch The ignition switch is located on the center console between the front seats. In cars with - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 153
not leave the remote control in the ON position when the engine is not running. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to disconnect the electrical system. When you turn the ignition switch to ON, some indicator and warning lights will come on in the main instrument panel. These should go out - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 154
in the ignition switch, this Lock the front left from the ignition and with one front wheel ignition switch. If the steering the ignition switch clutch pedal fully (M/T). If the gear lever is not in the neutral position, the clutch to remove the ignition key. The engine running. There is a - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 155
manual transmission To start the engine the clutch pedal must be fully depressed. 1 Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2 Depress the clutch pedal but do not touch the accelerator. 3 Start the engine. Let the ignition switch spring back as soon as the engine has started and is running smoothly - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 156
of boost pressure regulation is that the engine can also be run safely on gasoline with a lower octane rating, although not lower than AON 87. However, engine performance will fall slightly and heavy loading and laboring should be avoided. For optimum performance, use the recommended grade of fuel - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 157
system has a diagnostic feature that checks a number of internal functions. If a fault is detected in the throttle valve, the engine management system will set the throttle system to the limp-home mode. This means: • idling control will be poor (uneven idling since regulated by ignition and fuel - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 158
serious damage to the catalytic converter. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer for advice. Engine management system with catalytic converter 1 Engine control module 2 Oxygen sensor 3 Catalytic converter NOTE If the car runs out of gas, air may be drawn in with the fuel, which, in turn, can - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 159
WARNING If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This be checked by your Saab dealer, see page 83. NOTE: always observe the following two measures: • Make sure that the fuel filler cap is screwed - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 160
is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or is improperly installed. See Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) on page 83. The most effective way to prevent condensation forming in the tank (and thus avoid possible running problems) is to keep the tank - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 161
the filling is complete. • Do not smoke while pumping gasoline. 161 Fuel (Gasoline Engine) Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. For optimum performance Saab recommends: • Gasoline engines - AON 90. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 162
minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Saab recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean. If your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 163
reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saab dealer for service. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 164
93_US_M08.book Page 164 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 164 Starting and driving Manual transmission Clutch interlock To start the car, the clutch pedal must be depressed. When changing gear, fully depress the clutch pedal and then release it smoothly. It is inadvisable to drive with your hand - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 165
want to leave the car with the engine running, move the selector lever to P or N speed. Using this and other information, it controls the hydraulic pressure of the transmission to ensure that gear changing be damaged. Selector lever 1 Position for manual gear selection The remote control can only - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 166
speed and temperature of the transmission. A suitable gear change pattern is then selected automatically to avoid unnecessary gear changes change pattern for the first few minutes after a cold start so that the catalytic converter hot. Make a safe stop. Open hood. If this message appears, stop the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 167
lever in the D position. The 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. Descending hills If the speed of the car increases while descending a steep - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 168
car is to be moved immediately, otherwise it should remain on. Check fuse 6 in the engine bay fuse box. If the fuse is OK the battery may be dead. Contact a workshop to have the problem checked and rectified. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Temporary override of Park Brake Shift Lock - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 169
movement. To prevent the engine and transmission becoming hotter than necessary, select N for long stops with the engine running, e.g. when stuck in a traffic jam. At traffic lights, leave the selector lever in the drive position (D). D The drive position (D) is the normal one for forward driving - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 170
can be selected but the transmission will not change down until the engine speed is low enough to avoid overrevving. Certain variants also have steering wheel controls for manual gear selection. On these models, it is possible to change gear manually using the selector lever and the steering wheel - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 171
has the following functions: 1 ON: engaged 2 OFF: disengaged 3 SET/+: sets the speed and increases the set speed 4 SET/ -: sets the speed and decreases the set speed 5 RESUME: re-engages the system at the set speed The CRUISE indicator light in the main instrument panel comes on when the switch is - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 172
speed. Vehicle speed must exceed 15 mph (25 km/h). To reduce the preset speed You can reduce speed in any of the following ways: • Brake to the desired speed by applying them lightly now and system The system will be disengaged: • As soon as the brake or clutch pedal is depressed (cars with manual - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 173
running. • The brake pressure pressure between the front and rear wheels, in such a way as to achieve optimum braking performance irrespective of the car's speed or load. The ABS has a built-in diagnostics function which will switch on the ABS warning light if a fault is detected in the system - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 174
before the car has come to a halt or the danger is past! The above is critical. If the road is slippery, the ABS system will operate even when only light pressure is applied to the brake pedal. This means that the driver can brake gently to test the condition of the road and adapt - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 175
• When cornering, if the inside front wheel rotates faster than the other wheels. TCS OFF lights up if: • the system has been switched off manually. It cannot be switched off if the car is travelling faster than 35 mph (60 km/h). • there is a fault in the ABS system • a fault has been detected and - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 176
system if the car has become bogged down, for instance. If a fault is detected in the ABS, the TCS will be switched off automatically. The cruise control system ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the lamp is lit for about 4 seconds while the system performs self-diagnosis. The light comes - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 177
enable the driver to maintain higher speeds. The same precautions must be adopted as normal for safe cornering and driving on slippery roads must be adopted. The ESP® system employs both the antilock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). It is a system that helps the driver to - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 178
the CLR-button. ESP® system OFF lights up if: • the system is turned off manually. The car must be travelling slower than 35 mph (60 km/h). The TCS is also disengaged. • a fault is detected in the ABS-system • a fault has been detected in the system and the system has therefore been switched off - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 179
is situated between the front seats. The brake acts on the rear wheels. When the parking brake is applied, the indicator light on the main instrument panel grass or other combustible material. The catalytic converter gets very hot and could start a fire. • Apply the parking brake, remove the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 180
wheels toward the curb and edge the car forwards until the wheel lightly touches the curb. 2 Uphill with curb. Turn the wheels away from the curb and . Parking on a hill When parking on a steep hill, turn the front wheels so that they will be blocked by the curb if the car should move. If - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 181
the brakes a few times. • Fill the fuel tank to prevent condensation forming in it. • Top up the coolant and check the antifreeze before the onset of winter. • Park the car in a dry, covered and well-ventilated building. Leave the parking brake OFF! • Convertible: If the car is stored, the soft - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 182
reversing. • Bear in mind that small objects, such as a child lying on the ground, and narrow objects cannot always be detected by the system. Saab Parking Assistance facilitates parking and reversing. There are four sensors in the rear bumper that detect objects up to 6 ft (1.8 meters) behind the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 183
pressure washer, as this can damage them. Reversing alongside a wall If the distance between an object and a corner sensor does not change for 2 seconds, for example if you are reversing alongside a wall, the system to the car's electrical system, the Saab Parking Assistance automatically compensates - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 184
CLR button if reverse has been engaged and the system is active. OFF Saab Parking Assistance deactivated. Error messages If the system malfunctions, the following message will appear on the SID: Parking assistance malfunction. Service. If the system is subject to interference, the following message - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 185
obtain the best running economy, with regard to fuel consumption and general wear, the car must be serviced regularly. • High speed, unnecessary acceleration, frequent braking and much changing down all give higher fuel consumption. • Frequent gear changing in traffic, starting in cold weather, the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 186
the environment of using an engine block heater: • Lower fuel consumption. • Reduced wear on the engine. • Inside of car warms up faster. • Exhaust emissions substantially reduced over short runs. The engine heater is effective at outside temperatures up to 60-70 °F (+15 - +20 °C). The warmer it is - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 187
in cold weather In cold weather, special attention should be paid to the following: • Before driving off, make sure that the wiper blades have not frozen to the windshield. • Remove any snow from the heating system air intakes between the hood and the windshield. • If necessary, inject oil into - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Saab dealer regarding approved tire chains. See also page 251. Remember that tires age: it may therefore be necessary to change winter tires before they reach the legal wear limit, as they gradually lose their friction properties with age. If you get into a front wheel skid and the car has a manual - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 189
switching off the engine. If the coolant needs to be topped up, carefully unscrew the expansion tank Saab. WARNING • Exercise care when opening the hood if the engine is overheated. Never remove the expansion tank cap completely when the engine is hot. • The cooling system is pressurized hot coolant - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 190
has a 13-pin Saab genuine electrical socket then it is possible to supply a trailer/caravan with rear fog lights and reversing lights. The caravan can also have interior and exterior lighting even when the car's ignition is switched off. In which case, remember not to load the battery for too long - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 191
cooling system or other equipment • We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer for in mind. Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the of the transmission increases: • Gear change pattern is altered • A/C compressor is hot. Make a safe stop. Open hood. If this message appears, stop the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 192
for cars with manual transmission Rises in coolant temperature are indicated speed is about 3,500 rpm until the incline eases. When continuing your journey, manually select a low gear in which the engine speed ! Distribution of load in trailer a Light b Moderate c Heavy Trailer hitch load - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 193
the strain on the car. • Check and if necessary adjust the tire pressure of the car and trailer. • Make sure all wheel bolts are properly tightened will be different and its braking performance reduced. The trailer's braking system and suspension also have a considerable effect on these characteristics. See - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 194
driving Fitting roof carriers 3 SportSedan and SportCombi without roof rails 1 Open the four seal onto each screw. 3 The roof carriers are marked front and back. 4 Bolt the roof carriers to the brackets your speed to the prevailing conditions. • Due to higher aerodynamics drag, fuel economy may - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 195
carriers 3 SportCombi with roof rails 1 Clean the car's roof rails. 2 Check the markings on the cross members to see which is the front and which is rails, on their respective sides of the centre supports. The cross members must not be placed beyond the front or rear joint on the rail. Ensure that - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 196
cabin fan to its highest speed setting. Driving in deep water NOTE Do not drive in puddles or water deeper than 7 in. (20 cm) and 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 pressure is front - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 197
if the car is moved with the engine not running. • The steering wheel lock must be disengaged before towing the car. • The steering wheel lock disengages when the remote control is inserted into the ignition switch, if the battery has sufficient charge. Front towing eye WARNING • Make sure that the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 198
198 Starting and driving Front towing eye fitted. The towing eye has a left-hand thread! The front towing eye is stowed properly. To refit the cover: Start by inserting the top edge of the cover. Then click in the lower lights. Drive carefully and do not exceed the speed limit for vehicles on tow. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 199
underbody. NOTE • The car must be towed front first. • If the car is to be towed with the front wheels off the ground, make sure the parking on page 200. Cars with manual transmission Always observe the speed limit for vehicles on tow. There are no speed limit nor for distance. Attachment points - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 200
a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 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 lights that are not - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 201
your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 4 Open the hood and locate the battery. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on the battery. WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 202
oil or fuel leaks out of the engine or gearbox/transmission. • Check the coolant and power steering fluid levels. Check also for leaks. • Inspect the drive belt (poly-V-belt) and replace if it shows any signs of wear. • Check the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 203
oil _____ Air filter_____ Transmission fluid ____ Coolant _____ Brake/clutch fluid and brake pads_____ Power steering_____ Battery _____ Drive belt _____ Wipers and washers ___ Wiper blades _____ Changing bulbs _____ Fuses tire pressure monitoring system ____ Compact spare _____ Changing a tire - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 204
the following way: 1 Pull the release handle. 2 The hood moves to the half-locked position and is stopped by a safety catch at the front edge. 3 Press the lever of the catch upwards and raise the hood. When you close the hood you should drop it from a height of about 12 inches (30 cm), without - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 205
is equipped with a turbo whose turbine collects exhaust pressure from both banks of cylinders. To obtain optimum performance, fuel consumption and low emission levels the engine is equipped with CVCP (Continuous Variable Cam Phasing). This means that the engine's intake camshafts can be adjusted - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 206
fuel injection, electronic distributorless ignition and turbocharger boost pressure control into one system. The Trionic engine control module (ECM) monitors many different engine parameters such as: • Intake manifold pressure. • Intake air temperature. • Crankshaft position. • Engine coolant - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 207
as: • Charge air pressure. • Intake air temperature. • Crankshaft position. • Engine coolant temperature. • Throttle position. • The oxygen content of the exhaust gases. By processing all of this information, the ME9 system can control fuel injector opening duration, ignition timing, intake camshaft - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 208
93_US_M08.book Page 208 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 208 Car care Engine bay, 4-cyl engine 1 Oil filler cap 2 Coolant reservoir 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuse box 6 Washer-fluid reservoir 7 Power-steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine-oil dipstick - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 209
93_US_M08.book Page 209 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care 209 Engine bay, V6 engine 1 Power-steering fluid reservoir 2 Coolant reservoir 3 Brake and clutch fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Fuse box 6 Washer-fluid reservoir 7 Oil filler cap 8 Engine-oil dipstick - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 210
checked first. If the level is too low then it must be topped up. NOTE Too high oil level can damage the engine. V6 engine: The engine has an oil level sensor that checks the oil level when the engine is running. If the oil level drops too low, the following message appears on the SID - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 211
. For oil volumes and grades, refer to page 290. NOTE Change of engine oil and oil filter may be required more frequently if the car is being used under certain conditions, see page 281. Air filter WARNING To ensure reliable operation, only use an air filter recommended by Saab Automobile AB. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 212
it is not necessary to change the coolant. Transmission fluid Manual transmission Check and top up the oil in accordance with the service program. Automatic transmission Check and top up the oil in accordance with the service program. NOTE If the cooling system needs topping up, mix the antifreeze - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 213
lower sections of the tank, see illustration). Top up with a mixture of equal parts of Saab-approved concentrated coolant and clean water. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the expansion tank is empty when coolant is added, run the engine until warm so that the thermostat - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 214
in fluid level is moderate, due to normal brake pad wear, topping up is not necessary. If the brake fluid should require changing, this must be carried out at a Saab dealer. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Brake/clutch fluid and brake pads WARNING Brake fluid deteriorates as it becomes - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 215
should only be changed at a workshop. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. WARNING oil level should lie between the MAX and MIN marks when the oil temperature is about 68°F (+20°C). If the oil is colder, the level will be lower, and at a higher temperatures the level will be higher. Top - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 216
level. Battery should be changed if indicator is light NOTE A discharged battery can freeze and fracture. Batteries should battery charger or by taking the car for a long run. If the battery is not being charged while the engine is running, the following message will appear on the SID: Battery - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 217
12-volt charger, see page 200. • Do not connect the battery terminals, + and -, incorrectly. • Serious damage can occur to the car's electrical system if a battery or alternator lead is disconnected while the engine is running. • Exercise special care when removing and fitting the positive (+) cable - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 218
WARNING If the battery disconnect switch has tripped, do not reset it until you have visually inspected the car's electrical system. If there are visible signs of damage, have the car checked at a workshop before resetting the disconnect switch. We recommend that you contact a authorized Saab dealer - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 219
'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. It is driven by a poly-V-belt from the crankshaft pulley. A slipping or broken poly-V-belt can result in: • no charge to the battery - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 220
the windshield. If wiper performance is still unsatisfactory, fit new blades. Change of wiper blades, windshield Windshield 1 Press in the catch (1). 2 out from the arm. Fitting the wiper blade 1 Align the wiper arm's guide lug in the blade's corresponding slot. 2 Move the blade in towards the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 221
on the packaging to reduce the risk of freezing and to ensure effective cleaning (see also page 104). Change of wiper blades, rear window, SportCombi Washer fluid reservoir Rear window, SportCombi 1 Detach the blade from the arm by pressing on the mounting for the blade from below. 2 Fit the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 222
message: Left low beam failure. The following bulbs are not checked: parking lights, front fog lights, reversing lights, license plate lighting, side marker lights and side direction indicators. SportCombi The tail lights and brake lights consist of LEDs. If approx. 3/4 of the LEDs on one side are - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 223
lamps soon reach full intensity. Cars with xenon headlights have automatic levelling. The levelling system is comprised of two sensors, one on the front suspension and one on the rear suspension, and a control unit by the engine bay fuse box. Headlight alignment is adjusted automatically to the car - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 224
it locks. 4 Refit the cover over the rear of the headlight. Left-hand side 5 Refit the air pipe to the front of the battery box. 6 Refit the washer fluid filler pipe. 7 Refit the battery cover. 8 Refit the hose 3 running along the side of the battery cover. Low beam, halogen Left-hand side 1 Lift - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 225
it locks. 4 Refit the cover over the rear of the headlight. Left-hand side 5 Refit the air pipe to the front of the battery box. 6 Refit the washer fluid filler pipe. 7 Refit the battery cover. 8 Refit the hose 3 running along the side of the battery cover. High beam, halogen Left-hand side 1 Lift - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 226
the cover over the rear of the headlight. Left-hand side 5 Refit the air pipe to the front of the battery box. 6 Refit the washer fluid filler pipe. 7 Refit the battery cover. 8 Refit the hose 3 running along the side of the battery cover. Daytime Running Light Left-hand side 1 Lift aside the hose - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 227
227 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care 227 Change of front turn signal bulb Front turn signal bulbs Left-hand side 1 Lift aside the hose 3 running along the side of the battery cover. 2 Release the two retainers on the battery cover and remove the cover. 3 Pull up the washer fluid filler - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 228
connector. 4 Change the bulb. Try not to touch the glass part of the bulb with your fingers. The height of the beam can be adjusted using a screwdriver inserted through the hole in the lower grille adjacent to the lens. Front fog lights 3 WARNING • Never crawl under a car that is supported only by - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Convertible 1 2 3 4 5 Turn signals Taillights/stop lights Reversing lights Rear fog light (left-hand side) High-mounted stop light Taillights, SportCombi 1 2 3 4 5 Turn signals Taillights/stop lights Reversing lights Rear fog light lamp housing. Change the bulb. 4 Refit the bulb holder. Press - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 230
and turn signal bulbs, Convertible 1 Remove the cover. 2 Carefully remove the bulb holder with the broken bulb.The bulb holder has a bayonet fitting. 3 Change the bulb. 4 Refit the bulb holder and cover. Turn signals, reversing light and rear fog light, SportCombi 1 Remove the cover. 2 Remove - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 231
trunk lid. 3 Fit the rivets. Lock the rivets in place by pressing the center buttons in until flush with the collar. Changing bulbs Reversing lights and rear fog lights, Convertible Removing the trunk lid trim 1 Unlock the plastic rivets by pressing in the center of each rivet no more than 3 mm - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 232
bulb. 3 Insert the guide lugs on the front edge of the lens and press the lens home. Dome light, rear, SportSedan and SportCombi 1 Remove the entire overhead panel: ease out the trailing end first, and then both sides of the front edge. 2 Fit the new bulb. Dome light, Convertible 1 Pull down the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 233
1 Remove the lamp housing using a short screwdriver. 2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refitting the lamp. Reverse side of the light fitting. The arrows mark the outer bulbs 3 Make sure the seal on the lens is correctly seated. 4 Refit the lens and tighten the two screws. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 234
, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 234 Car care Trunk lighting, SportSedan The lamp fitting is located under the parcel shelf. connector side first when refitting the lamp. Trunk lighting, Convertible 1 Remove the lamp in the rear end first. 2 Change the bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refitting - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 235
93_US_M08.book Page 235 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care Other bulbs 235 If any other bulbs need changing, we recommend that you visit a Saab dealer. Trunk lighting, SportCombi 1 Pull the lamp housing forward slightly and lift it out at the rear. Use a thin and wide tool. 2 Fit the new - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 236
light) 30 cp Direction indicator, front 21 21 21 Reversing lights Taillights; rear fog light; brake lights Direction indicator, rear 32 cp Daytime Running Light (cars with xenonlight) 10 Rear dome lighting; courtesy lighting 3; glove box lighting; trunk lighting, Convertible License plate lighting - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 237
a major fault in the electrical system. Have the car checked without delay. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. The fuses are housed in three fuse panels: one behind a hatch on the left-hand end of the dash, one in the engine bay (additional small unit in front of battery) and one on the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 238
system. MAXI fuses The car also has a number of large fuses known as MAXI fuses. These are designed to protect the car's electrical system from being damaged. Each MAXI fuse fuses. No spare MAXI fuses are supplied with the car. NOTE Fuse panel in end of dash A special tool for removing fuses is - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 239
incl. glove box Accessories Amplifier 2, Sound System 3 Control module in driver's door Passenger Sensing System Headlight levelling switch 3 Hands-free 3; brake light switch; manual climate control 3; clutch pedal switch 30 Cigarette lighter 3 40 Cabin fan 7.5 Airbag control module 5 Yaw sensor - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 240
3 19 20 7.5 XM-radio 3, TMC-tuner 3 7.5 Saab Parking Assistance (SPA) 3; control module in 21 rear doors; dome light (Convertible) 22 30 Radio 3; navigation 3 23 7,5 TPMS (automatic tire pressure monitoring system) 10 Movement sensor 3; tilt sensor 3; dome light (Con24 vertible) 25 30 Electrically - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 241
care 30 26 10 27 28 29 15 Right-hand stop light; rear left turn signal; left taillight; rear fog light; left reversing light; license plate lighting; trunk lighting; trailer lights Convertible: Lumbar support, electrically adjustable front seat 3 Telematics 3 - 241 Trunk fuse panel, Convertible - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 242
heater 3 Headlight levelling 3 xenon cornering headlights, right 3 Washer fluid pump, windshield Flash-to-pass; high beam, right and left (cars with Daytime Running Lights only) Amplifier, sound system II 3 Front left turn signal; front left parking light; front right fog light 3; right low - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 243
wipers ON/OFF R10 Washer fluid pump, rear window 3 R11 Ignition +15 R12 Windshield wipers, high/low speed R13 R14 Washer fluid pump, headlights 3 R15 R16 - 243 Fuse panel in front of battery 3 No. Amp. Function Air pump, secondary air 3 20 Fuel pump; preheated oxygen sensors (lambda 2 probe) 3 10 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 244
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 Adjust the tire pressure to match the current load and speed of the car (see page 296). The stated tire pressures apply to cold - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 245
, in excellent condition, and set to the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load. If you'll be driving at high speeds, speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, where it is legal, set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or to 35 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 246
-15 miles (20-25 km) of driving at cruising speed. If the outdoor temperature is low it takes a longer Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 247
. Before changing to wheels/tires of another size, we recommend that you contact an authorized Saab workshop regarding different dimension are fitted. Contact a Saab dealer. Because of front wheel drive, the front tires tend to wear faster than the regulations governing the use of winter (snow) tires. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 248
tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to the function of the ESP®. The speed and load limits of the tires must not be must not be fitted on the Saab 9-3 for reasons above. The permissible - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 249
from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 250
also cause problems with bearing Changing a tire" on page 262. Used Replacement Wheels Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly only with new Saab original equipment parts. This way, you be moved to the front. WARNING Using the make your tires lose air and make you lose - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Saab dealer regarding suitable snow chains. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions If air goes out part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 252
pressure needed to support that load. For information on recommended tire pressure see "Recommended lowest tire pressure, cold ratio, construction type and service description. Department of | c 16 93 | d | e H | f Tire Width Aspect Ratio Belt Rating Rim diameter Load range Speed rating Tire Width - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 253
the section 45 width R Radial ply Wheel rim diameter 17 in at bead 17 seats 94 Tire load index H Speed rating Tire load indices Tire approved for max. 1355 lbs. 91 (615 kg) 93 Max. 1433 lbs. (650 kg) 94 Max. 1477 lbs. (670 kg) 95 Max. 1521 lbs. (690 kg) 97 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 254
degrees to the centreline of the tread. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per Pressure" on page 244. Curb weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 255
Weight Rating for the front axle, see page 287. air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 256
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load Tire Quality Grade Standards, a tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a cold inflation pressure. See "Loading Your Vehicle" on page 254. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 257
supply Saab approved winter tires pre-mounted on steel or alloy rims. Winter tires normally use a different speed rating air pressure. For optimum safety, economy and comfort tire pressures should be checked regularly even if the automatic tire pressure monitoring has not alarmed. The system - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 258
outside temperature could also affect tire pressure. If the system has triggered a low pressure warning or alarm then the tire pressure must be adjusted to the recommended pressure in order to put out the warning or alarm. For further information on tire air pressure, see page 244. Allow 10 minutes - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 259
pressure system failure. Contact service. The above message is shown on the SID if: • a wheel without pressure sensor has been fitted (e.g. spare wheel) • one or more pressure tire with a tire machine. It is important to follow the instructions for the tire machine as well. • Start to fit about 20 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 260
" for removing plastic rivets. This type of rivet must be removed when changing the light bulb in the trunk lid (see page 230). Your Saab is equipped with a trip computer and you can use its "Speed warning" function, to monitor driving speed since you must not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h), see page 92 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 261
93_US_M08.book Page 261 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Car care 261 • The car must not be driven with more than one compact spare tire at a time. • Avoid driving against the curb. • Do not use snow chains. • Do not fit the wheel cover - this would conceal the warning text. Tools under a panel in - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 262
vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 263
changing a tire 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 tire). • Switch on the hazard warning lights if the car is on a road. at one of the four jacking points (front or rear) under the sill members. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 264
93_US_M08.book Page 264 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 264 Car care Marking of jacking points Jacking points 2 It is not necessary to remove the wheel cover. If, none the less, you wish to remove the wheel cover, take hold of the outer edge and pull it straight out. Remove the plastic wheel bolt - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 265
wheel hub. 7 Retouching the wheel bolts after twenty or so miles. Tightening torque Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. to ensure it is as accurate as possible. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Driving with tire chains 3, see page 188 NOTE • Do not - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 266
be inspected. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belts yourself. be replaced. Safety belts must not come into contact with substances such as polishes, oil or chemicals. If the belts get dirty, wash them with warm water and a detergent - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Follow the instructions on the washed by hand using plain cold water and a clean, soft headlights must be covered over. Do not use a pressure washer. Avoid spraying electrical components and connectors. Do not use petrol as a cleaning agent or solvent when carrying out repairs or maintenance. Saab - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 268
impair the performance of the wipers. In the U.S., Saab offers a full complement of car care products. See your dealer or visit us at www.saabcatalog.com. Convertible • If a pressure washer is used be heedful of the following recommendations: • on the lower part of the car (not higher than the door - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 269
a recommended cleaning agent. Petrochemical based solvents can cause irreparable damage to the soft top. • Never use a pressure washer to clean the soft top. Only use normal household water pressure. When the soft top is only slightly soiled, follow the directions on the cleaning agent packaging. No - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 270
top has fully dried, it must be waterproofed immediately. Only use the recommended waterproofing agent. Follow the instructions The anti-corrosion warranty does not cover corrosion We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. In the case of The first coat, the base color, contains the pigment, metal - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 271
oil. In addition, most body panels, such as the hood, doors and floor pan are galvanized. The anti-corrosion treatment on some parts warranty does not relieve the car owner of the need to carry out normal maintenance a thin, penetrating, anti-corrosion oil. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to give - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 272
maintenance The following procedures are necessary to help protect against rusting. Refer also to the terms and conditions of the Performation Limited Warranty described in the warranty Use high pressure water to problems, especially where salt is used on roads or there is moist sea air. Industrial - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 273
this type are the owner's responsibility and are not covered under warranty. Inspect the undercoating and touch up if necessary. Pay particular followed by washing with solvent. Apply the new coating thinly, otherwise it may run off or fall off when dry. 273 Recovery and/or recycling of automotive - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Car care Troubleshooting If a fault occurs in the A/C system, there are a number of checks you can perform yourself. If the fault persists, however, have the system checked at a workshop. We recommend that you contact a Saab dealer. Note When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 275
with netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. • Applicable to the manual climate control system - During cold months the air conditioning should be switched on once or twice a month and run for 5-10 minutes during highway driving once the engine is warm. This action saves the - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 276
properly. If you find that the headlight needs adjustment follow these steps: 1 Open the hood and locate the vertical aiming devices. lights: Xenon lights with automatic headlight levelling system must first do a reference run before aiming: Start the engine and let the headlights do a reference run - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 277
1 and 2 and center the lens of the optical headlight aimer device at the intersection of the two markers on the headlight lens. Then follow the instructions in the optical headlight aimer instruction manual and point 1, 2, 5, and 6 in this instruction. Horizontal line on wall or other flat surface - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 278
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93_US_M08.book Page 279 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Customer Assistance and Information 279 Customer Assistance and Information Maintenance schedule __ Owner assistance _____ Reporting Safety Defects (USA) _____ Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian government_____ Vehicle Data Collection - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 280
as air filter or spark plug replacement. When the message Time for service. is displayed, contact your Saab Dealer for a service appointment. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance in a timely manner may result in serious damage to key components or systems. Maintenance schedule The Maintenance - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 281
extra engine oil and filter changes, extra automatic transmission fluid services necessary for severe service conditions, and brake fluid changes. HOW TO USE THE SERVICE RECORD COUPONS When the car is brought to a Saab dealer for scheduled maintenance, present the Warranties & Service Record Booklet - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Record Booklet. Knowing your current address allows Saab to contact you in the event of a recall or service campaign. Please help us keep our records up to date for your own peace of mind. Owner assistance Warranties and service problem assistance For complete information about all applicable - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 283
, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Saab Cars USA, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 284
the SDM is required. Saab will not access information service agreement or manual systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle's performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for air - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 285
Technical data 285 Technical data General data _____ Engine _____ Engine oil_____ Fuel_____ Engines _____ Electrical system_____ Drive belt _____ Manual transmission ___ Automatic transmission _ Suspension _____ Steering _____ Brake system_____ Wheels and tires _____ Plates and labels _____ 286 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 286
_____ Track: Front _____ Re ar _____ Ground clearance at GVW _____ 182.9'' (4647 mm) 183.8'' (4670 mm) 80.2'' (2038 mm) 60.7'' (1543 mm Trunk volume (VDA): SportSedan _____ Convertible, soft top raised_____ Convertible, soft top folded_____ SportCombi _____ SportCombi with rear seat lowered ____ 40 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 287
with full fuel tank, full washer fluid reservoir, standard tools and spare wheel): SportSedan_____ 3210-3600 lbs. (1455-1635 kg) Convertible _____ 3520 ) Convertible, front _____ 2560 lbs. (1160 kg) Convertible, rear _____ 2310 lbs. (1050 kg) SportCombi, front _____ 2540 lbs. (1150 kg) SportCombi, - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 288
particularly when part or 60 mph (100 km/h) Maximum theoretical towing speed, trailer National restrictions without brakes _____ apply When towing a trailer, increase the pressure of the rear tires by 20 kPa (3 psi). The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by Saab Automobile AB - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 289
cylinders, 4 overhead camshafts, 24 valves, the angle between the cylinder rows is 60° Cylinder bore: 4-cyl engine _____ 3.386'' (86 mm) V6 engine l) V6 engine _____ 170 cu.in. (2.792 l) Idling speed _____ 289 Antifreeze _____ Coolant capacity: 4-cyl engine _____ V6 engine _____ 720 rpm. When - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 290
next service. Oil capacity, including filter (oil change) __ 4-cyl engine _____ V6 engine _____ 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 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 291
, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Technical data Fuel Fuel tank capacity 16.05 U.S. gal. (61 l) 291 Electrical system Voltage _____ Battery capacity _____ Starter motor: 4-cyl engine _____ V6 engine _____ Alternator rating: 4-cyl engine with manual gearbox _____ 4-cyl engine with automatic gearbox ___ V6 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 292
final drive gear and differential Oil type (for topping up) _____ Saab MTF 0063 Oil capacity _____ 3.15 qts. (3.0 l) Speed, mph (km/h) at 1000 rpm in highest gear _____ 29-35 (46-56) Selector lever positions_____ Clutch type _____ Speed mph (km/h) at 1000 rpm in top gear: 5-speed _____ 18-31 (29-49 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 293
column Number of turns, lock to lock _____ 2.97 Oil type _____ Power steering fluid CHF 11S or CHF 202 Brake system Foot brake (ABS)_____ Hydraulic disc brakes with vacuum servo unit. Diagonally split circuits; ventilated discs on front wheels (some variants also have ventilated rear discs). EBD - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 294
294 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 294 Technical data Hydraulic unit for soft top, Convertible Oil capacity _____ Oil type _____ 0.6 qt. (0.6 l) CHF 11S Spare wheel 3 Compact spare: Wheel _____ Tire _____ Pressure _____ Maximum life _____ Maximum speed _____ Full size spare Wheel _____ Tire _____ - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 295
or 215/55 R16 Contact your Saab dealer regarding suitable snow chains. Max. permissible speed with snow chains fitted is 30 mph 93 Q 235/45 R17 94 Q Wheel sizes 6.5x16" x x - x 7.5x17" RF/XL = Reinforced (or Extra Load) tire. x x x x - x x x - x Recommended tire/engine combinations 295 2.0 Turbo - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 296
1-3 pers./0-100 (0-160) 4-5 pers./0-100 (0-160) 1-5 pers./100- (160-) Front Rear psi/kPa psi/kPa * Do not exceed posted speed limits. By cold tires is meant tires that are the same temperature as the surrounding air temperature. The values for tire pressure in table above are for tires at 68°F (20 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 297
11:37 AM Technical data Plates and labels When contacting your Saab dealer it may sometimes be necessary to quote the car's vehicle Canada: Label for tire pressure and color codes (trim and body) 5 V.I.N. label and certification label. USA: V.I.N. label also includes color codes for trim and body - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 298
= Saab Automobile AB F = 9-3 B = 9-3 Linear D = 9-3 Arc F = 9-3 Aero 6 Body version ___ 7 Gearbox _____ 8 Engine variant __ 9 Check digit_____ 10 Model year ____ 11 Factory _____ 12 Serial number __ 4 = 4-door 7 = Convertible 5 = 5-door 5 = 5-speed manual 6 = 6-speed manual 9 = 5-speed automatic - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 299
off or 30 seconds after being shut. Courtesy Headlamp Feature • The length of time the lights are on. • Whether the reversing light or tail lights should come on as well as the dipped beam. Automatic Climate System (ACC) • Convertible: A/C compressor not switched off when the soft top is open. 299 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 300
. Make a safe stop. Open hood. Battery not charging. Make a safe stop. Headlight levelling malfunction. Release park brake. Oil pressure low. Make a safe stop. Low engine oil level. Fill oil now. Reduced engine power. Contact service. Limited performance. Turn on the lights. Rear right seat backrest - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 301
fog light failure. Right front fog light failure. Left reversing light failure. Right reversing light failure. License plate light failure. Left rear taillight failure. Right rear taillight failure. Right side day-time running light failure. Left side day-time running light failure. Tire pressure - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 302
93_US_M08.book Page 302 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 302 Technical data Low tire pressure rear right. Make a safe stop. Low tire pressure front right. Make a safe stop. Low tire pressure front left. Make a safe stop. Tire pressure system failure. Contact service. Time for service. - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 303
Index A ABS brakes _____ 173 ACC _____ 108 Adjustment, steering wheel _____ 120 Air filter _____ 211 Airbag _____ 32 Anchorage eyes, SportSedan _____ 141 Anti-corrosion treatment _____ 271 Antilock braking system _____ 173 Anti-spin _____ 175 Ashtrays _____ 136 Autochecking of lights, warning and - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 304
rear seat backrest, SportCombi _____ 143 Folding down the rear seat, SportSedan _____ 138 Front fog lights _____ 100 Front towing eye _____ 197 Fuel container _____ 161 Fuel gauge _____ 89 Fuel grade _____ 291 Fuel information _____ 161 Functions, car alarm _____ 58 Fuse panel in luggage compartment - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 305
with flat battery _____ 51 Locks _____ 48 Long-term parking _____ 181 Luggage compartment _____ 138 Luggage compartment lighting, Convertible _____ 79 M Main instrument panel _____ 82 Main/dipped beam _____ 99 Maintenance schedule _____ 280 Manual gear selection _____ 170 Manual gearbox _____ 164 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 306
fluid, grade _____ 294 Pressure gauge _____ 88 Pressure, tires _____ 244 Profiles, customized settings _____ 94 R Rain sensor _____ 105 Raising the soft top manually, Convertible _____ 68 Reading lights, Convertible _____ 78 Rear fog light _____ 101 Rear seat, folding down, SportCombi 143 Rear seat - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Control System (TCS) _____ 175 Transmission oil, checking _____ 212 Transmission oil, grade _____ 293 Transmission, automatic _____ 165 Transmission, manual _____ 164 Transporting the car _____ 199 Treadwear indicators _____ 247 Trip computer _____ 90 Trip meter _____ 90 Troubleshooting, A/C and - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 308
93_US_M08.book Page 308 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 308 Index Wiper blades _____ 220 Wipers _____ 103 X Xenon cornering headlights _____ 99 Xenon headlights _____ 223 Xenon headlights, head light levelling 98 - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 309
93_US_M08.book Page 309 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM Notes 309 Notes - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 310
93_US_M08.book Page 310 Friday, May 11, 2007 11:37 AM 310 Notes - 2008 Saab 9-3 | Owner's Manual - Page 311
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Owner’s Manual
Saab 9-3 M2008
© Saab Automobile AB 2007
Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden
Printed in Sweden
Safety
11
Security
47
9-3 Convertible
61
Instruments and controls
81
Interior equipment
119
Starting and driving
151
Car care
203
Customer Assistance and Information
279
Technical data
285
Index
303
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