2008 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual
2008 Saab 9-5 Manual
2008 Saab 9-5 manual content summary:
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.book Page 1 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 1 Owner's Manual Saab 9-5, Model Year 2008 del 200 Safety Security Instruments and controls Saab 9-5 Audio System 3 Interior equipment and trunk Starting and driving Car care and technical information Customer Assistance and Information Specifications - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
in the car for future reference. To find a specific item, use the overviews given on pages 3-6. A list of contents is given at the beginning of each section of the manual, and there is also a comprehensive index at the back of the book. Supplied with the car is a Warranty and Service Record booklet - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
75 Changing bulbs _____ 204 Rear fog light_____ 74 76 Saab 9-5 Audio System 3 _ Steering wheel controls 3 _ 90 91 Front fog lights 3 _____ NIGHT PANEL _____ Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ Air conditioning (ACC) ____ 76 72 IB3830 79 246 Steering wheel controls 3 _____ Sentronic, manual - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
65 146 170 262 Tires pressure _____ Wheels and tires _____ Braking_____ Driving in cold weather_____ Compact spare tire_____ Changing a wheel _____ IB3831 Central locking _____ Trunk lid lock, 9-5 Sedan __ Tailgate, 9-5 SportCombi __ Child safety locks _____ Car alarm 3 _____ 44 47 48 47 50 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
95_US_M08.book Page 5 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 5 Interior Steering wheel adjustment _ 114 Airbag _____ 29 Power steering fluid_____ 198 Steering wheel controls 3 __ 91 Sentronic, manual mode 3 _ 156 Interior lighting _____ Moonroof 3 _____ Dome light, front _____ 124 123 214 Rearview - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
_____ Gearbox number _____ Color code_____ Tire and Loading Information Label _____ 7 270 270 270 270 231 Engine _____ Checking the oil level _____ Engine oil, specification _____ 194 194 263 Braking_____ ABS brakes _____ Brake and clutch fluid_____ Brake system _____ Brake pads_____ 160 161 196 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
. Charge: 825 g of R134a. Compressor oil: PAG oil SP-10 alt. Saab oil 4759106 Oil amount: See workshop manual. LEVEL INDICATOR DARK CLEAR OK LOW P/N 127 93 955 Maintenance Free 12V 60Ah 580A (EN) 000 A-12102-EP Coolant Never open when engine hot! Battery • No sparks, flames or smoking. • Shield - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
only. Do not get under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack, use vehicle support stands. For more information see your owner´s manual. WARNING EVEN WITH ADVANCED AIR BAGS • Children can be killed or seriously injured by the air bag. • The back seat is the safest place for children. • Never - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Direction indicators Windshield washers Battery charging Fuel Parking lights Defroster Foot brake ESP® Automatic tire pressure monitoring system Hazard warning lights Rear window heating Coolant level Front fog lights Ventilation fan Engine oil pressure Rear fog light ABS brakes . - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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Safety Seats _____ Head restraint _____ Safety belts _____ Child safety _____ Airbag_____ 18 21 12 22 29 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). IB3835 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
attention to the traffic. • Safety belts must be worn at all times by all car occupants. • Child safety, see page 22. • Check that the locking tongue is properly locked in the belt lock. • In the event of a crash, the rear-seat passengers not wearing a seatbelt will be thrown forward against the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
crash (submarining) and injury can result from the lap portion cutting into the abdomen. • Never fasten the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind the body 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 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
.book Page 14 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 14 Safety Belt height adjustment The front safety belts and the outside belts in the rear (9-5 Sedan) . Check that it is securely fastened. Grasp the shoulder belt close to the buckle and pull the belt towards the shoulder to tighten the lap belt part. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
risk of the cargo being thrown about during hard braking or a crash, which could cause personal injury. • Check that the belt is not twisted or lying against the car is involved in a crash, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other components must be inspected by an authorized Saab dealer and - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
95_US_M08.book Page 16 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 16 Safety Three-point safety belts are provided for all three rear seat passengers. Fasten the belt by pulling out the strap carefully and inserting the tongue in the lock. Check that it is securely fastened. Then grip the diagonal part of the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
95_US_M08.book Page 17 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Safety WARNING • Safety belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body, and taken to avoid contamination of the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
book a memory function. To facilitate getting into the car, both seats can be adjusted when either of • legroom • backrest rake angle • lumbar support 3 • head-restraint height We recommend that 4 backrest rake angle Lastly, adjust the steering wheel (see page 114). IB3225 Height To raise the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
control forward or back. Lumbar support 3 Turn the smaller wheel for stepless adjustment of the lumbar support. WARNING The backrest should be upright during driving, so that the safety belt, airbag and backrest can provide optimum protection in the event of emergency braking or a crash and in - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
book one of the preselect buttons (1, 2 or 3). The Saab Information Display (SID) will chime to confirm that the change the settings stored in a preset button, adjust the seat and mirrors as before and save the new show the curb. To do this, select reverse and press the small grey button adjacent - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
seat that are occupied. The front seats in the Saab 9-5 are equipped with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHRs). These reduce the risk of whiplash injury if the car is hit from behind. In the event of a rear-end crash, the body is forced back against the backrest. This, in turn, causes the mechanism - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
filling the tank. • Never allow children to climb on top of - or under cars. • Always look for children before backing your car out of a garage or driveway. • To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, never let a car idle in an enclosed garage. • Supervise young children around buckets of water while - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
are located and on the cargo floor by the rear seat backrest's lower part (SportCombi), see page 25 and on top of the parcel shelf (9-5 Sedan), see page 26. The lower anchorages are located where the seat cushion and seat back come together. There is a label above the anchorages, see picture on next - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
95_US_M08.book Page 24 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 24 Safety Location of lower anchors Rigid 2-point lower attachment with top tether Semi-rigid 2-point lower attachment with top tether IB3839 Lower anchor and top tether anchor locations. IB1684 IB1685 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
and the top tether anchor. The child restraint shall be firmly attached to the vehicle. 25 9-5 SportCombi: Before installation, please read through these instructions and the child restraint installation instructions. 1 The top tether anchor is located on the cargo floor by the rear seat backrest - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
vehicle. Child top tether anchorages in parcel shelf, Saab 9-5 Sedan Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 9-5 Sedan: Before installation, please read through these instructions and the child restraint installation instructions. 1 Find the lower anchors for the seating position - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
. Locking the lap portion of the belt lessens the risk that the seat will work loose while the car is in motion. IB822 27 The button for the locking function is located on the back of the latch plate. 1 Put the child restraint on the rear seat. 2 Pick up the latch plate - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
. WARNING Failure to follow all the manufacturer's instructions on the use of this child restraint system can cause your child to strike the vehicle´s interior during a sudden stop or crash. Fitting the locking strap on the center armrest, Saab 9-5 Sedan (not needed on SportCombi). IB1204 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
impacts, rear-end or side impacts, or by the car rolling over. Inflated airbag (driver side) Inflation and deflation together take less than 0.1 second. When the system is triggered by impact of a frontal crash, the airbags in the steering wheel and passenger side of the dash board are inflated - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
on the steering-wheel center padding. • If the AIR BAG warning light does not extinguish after the car has been started, or comes on or flashes while driving, have the car checked immediately by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. The warning light could signify that - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
95_US_M08.book Page 31 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Safety Moment of impact. 31 5 2 6 3 (for both front safety belts) Steering wheel with integral airbag Passenger airbag Side-airbag sensor Side airbag Front sensors Airbag now fully inflated. Accessories and other equipment must not be fitted - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
rear-facing child seat in the right front seat of a car equipped with a passenger airbag. Inflation of the airbag in the event of a crash could seriously injure or kill a child. The airbags are interconnected and have a common warning light. The passenger airbag module is housed in the fascia above - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
check is complete, either the ON or the OFF LED, will be lit. See AIRBAG warning light on page 61. The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag and side airbag under certain conditions. The driver's airbags is not part Indicator, Canada Saab recommends that - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
book problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger's frontal air bag, the off indicator will light is still lit, check to make sure that This is because the back of the rear-facing Saab recommends that rear-facing child restraints be secured - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
book Page 35 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Safety If the on indicator is still lit, secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check on indicator will light and stay lit posture and body build. Everyone in , have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
crash or of the car's rolling over. • Damage or wear to the seat cover, or the seat seam, in the area of the side airbag must immediately be repaired. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab those specifically approved by Saab. The side airbags, which help protect the upper body are - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
.book Page 37 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Safety AIRBAG warning light WARNING 37 IB1182 IB1707 • If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. See page 61. The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
(-) battery lead and cover the conductor. • Airbags and belt pretensioners must be deployed under controlled conditions before the car is scrapped or any of the system's components are removed. Airbags or belt pretensioners that have been deployed as a result of a crash must be replaced by new ones - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
back to increase the distance between you and the airbag. For short drivers, special accessory pedal extensions are available through your Saab not be activated in all front-end crashes. For instance, if the car has hit something relatively soft and yielding (e.g. a snow drift or a hedge) or a - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
light is on, it means that a fault has been detected in the system. The airbag cannot be relied on to operate as intended and it might even be activated erroneously. You should therefore take the car to an authorized Saab my advanced airbag system? Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
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95_US_M08.book Page 43 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Security 43 Security Doors _____ Central locking _____ Car alarm _____ 44 44 50 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). IB4116 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
keys. This loss and replacement cost is not covered by the new car warranty. If an additional key is to be added, all of the cold. Warm it in your hands for a couple of minutes. • Never open the key. For changing the battery, see page 49. To check the number of keys that are programmed for the car - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
To unlock 3 Opening the trunk (9-5 Sedan) Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 SportCombi) If the car is left with the doors open, the interior lighting and the courtesy lights in the doors will be switched off automatically after 20 minutes, to prevent a drain on the battery. In such cases the electrically - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON position. The car can now be started. Contact a workshop to have the system checked and repaired. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Locking by key (1) When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected. Turn the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
95_US_M08.book Page 47 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Security Child safety locks opening from the inside. Child safety lock on rear doors IB1871 Trunk lid switch Trunk lid lock, 9-5 Sedan The trunk lid lock is independent of the central-locking system. The trunk lid release switch on the driver - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
book Page 48 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 48 Security Tailgate, 9-5 SportCombi The tailgate is not unlocked when the other car doors are unlocked. The tailgate button on the driver's door is inoperative when the car This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle down to - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
95_US_M08.book Page 49 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Security Locking The tailgate is locked using: • The • The button on the key button on the center console 49 Changing the key battery When the battery voltage in the key falls below a predetermined level the Saab Information Display (SID) will - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
by microswitches. 3 2 Remote control 1 Activate/lock 2 Deactivate/unlock 3 Unlock trunk/tailgate Unlocking the tailgate (9-5 SportCombi) If a door or the trunk lid/tailgate or hood has been left open when the car is locked, the LED on the fascia will flash (three times per second) for ten - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
ignition and the immobilizer thus deactivated. If a fault is detected (e.g. in the transmitter) "Key not accepted. Contact service." will appear on the Saab Information Display (SID). In this case, you can still start the car if you turn the ignition key to ON and press one of the buttons on the key - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
sitting inside the car, push the LOCK-switch on the center console for 2 seconds. These actions will trigger the alarm (hazard warning lights and horn). To disconnect the battery. If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm signals will be set off: • Flashing of hazard warning lights for five - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 53
it is recognized, the door locks will cycle. If a key is lost, the new one will have to be programmed (all keys must be present) to match the car's unique security code. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. The battery for the key will normally have a life of 4 years. When the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
to ON and press the unlock button on the key. Start the engine. Have the car checked by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Fit a new battery in the key. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Turn the ignition key to position ON and then press the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 55 Changes or modifications not - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
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and warning lights _____ Instruments _____ Saab Information Display (SID) _____ Switches _____ Automatic climate control (ACC) _____ 58 64 68 73 79 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). IB4527 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
"Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator light indicates an engine-related problem. While your car may be able to be driven with the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" indicator light illuminated (Limp-home mode), you are advised to have your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
be inoperative because of a fault (see "Anti-lock brake warning", page 60). Warning, charging This light will come on if the battery is discharging. If it comes on while you are driving, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 201). If - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
normal, you may drive the car, with considerable caution, to the nearest authorized Saab dealer to have the brake system checked. This light will show when the parking brake is on (see page 165). The parking brake is mechanical and operates on the rear wheels. WARNING • Always apply the parking - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. The light will come on for about three seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the Start or Drive position. It should go out after the engine has started. If the car runs out of fuel, air can - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it should not be mistaken for brake lights. NOTE If the control module has actuated the Limp-home function for the automatic transmission, the car - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
engaged every time the engine is started (see page 163). The indicator light also goes on when there is a fault in the system. In this case the light cannot be turned off by means of the ESP® button. If a fault is indicated, have the system checked by an authorized Saab dealer. See also Electronic - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
to starting. They should go out after about 3 seconds. The following lights light up until the engine is started, presuming that no fault exists: • Oil pressure warning light • Warning, charging . . The tachometer indicates the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute. The needle may be - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
see page 61). Use the Saab Information display (SID) to check the approximate distance that can be traveled on the remaining fuel (see page 68). Temperature gauge The temperature gauge shows the temperature of the coolant. The needle should be in the middle of the scale when the engine is at normal - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
the MIN mark, the Saab Information Display (SID) will display the message "Coolant level low. Refill.". If the needle, despite the above action, enters the red zone, stop the car immediately, let the engine idle. If the needle stays in the red zone, stop the engine. Check fuse 1 (radiator fan) in - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
a drop in engine output and consequently a reduction in vehicle speed. 67 Selector lever indication 3 The display below the speedometer indicates the position of the selector lever. If manual mode is selected, the current gear is displayed. When the sport function is selected, SPORT is displayed - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
95_US_M08.book Page 68 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 68 Instruments and controls SID provides SID settings be changed only when the car is stationary. The driver's attention can otherwise easily be distracted from the road. The Saab Information Display (SID) shows CHECK messages and incorporates - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
95_US_M08.book Page 69 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Instruments and controls Entering Hold i/SET depressed until a chime sounds. Briefly press the i/SET button if you do not wish to change speed. If you wish to change speed, press or . End with a brief press on the i/SET button. ON appears to the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
95_US_M08.book Page 70 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 70 Instruments and controls Average fuel consumption, Fuel Ø The average fuel consumption is calculated using the values for fuel consumed and distance driven since last reset. This value is stored in the car's trip computer even when the engine - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
light failure. Brake light failure.*) Washer fluid level low. Refill. Coolant level low. Refill. Remote control battery low. Replace battery. Key not accepted. Contact service. Theft protection failure. Contact service. Gearbox too hot. Make a safe stop. Tire pressure low, front left. Check tires - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
95_US_M08.book Page 72 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 72 Instruments and controls The following conditions will wake up the respective displays in the Night-Panel mode: • Setting of the Audio system or, SID (display comes on for ten seconds). • CHECK message generated in the SID. • High engine revs - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
main instrument panel will be illuminated. High beam flasher In cold and damp weather, the inside of the headlamp lens may temporarily mist up. This misting does not affect the function or service life of the light fitting. When the lamps are on, the mist will eventually disappear. The headlights - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
the headlights are on. The rear fog light will go off automatically when the engine is switched off. When the fog light is next needed, it will have to be switched on manually again. The rear fog light consists of one light so it is not be mistaken for brake lights. Make sure you are familiar with - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
95_US_M08.book Page 75 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Instruments and controls Turn signal and lane change indicators To switch on the turn signals/lane change indicators, move that is useful for signalling when changing lanes or passing. The respective indicator lights on the instrument panel flash - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
95_US_M08.book Page 76 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 76 Instruments and controls WARNING Switch on the hazard flashers if the car has to be left at the roadside on account of a crash, engine trouble or a puncture. If you carry a warning triangle or flares, they should be set up along the side of - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
book detect a slight "sweeping" sound. This may be due to the increased air pressure on the blades at higher speeds. 1 1 4 0 2 other parts of the car may become wet if you activate the washers while the car is wiping depending on how much water or snow there is on the windshield. Activate the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
, ON/OFF and . IB1207 When the engine has been switched off, the control stalk must be moved to position 0 and back to position 1 to reactivate the sensor. Set the sensitivity using the control on the wiper stalk (the same control as used for wiper delay on cars not fitted with a rain sensor). The - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
settings selected automatically Manual setting of fan speed Manual setting of air distribution Temperature setting: RH side The incoming air is treated with a quality window cleaner. How often this will need to be done depends on how clean the air is - if there are smokers in the car, cleaning will - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
the adjacent control. The climate control system works best if the panel vents are open. If you find the air cold or that it is drafty, start by directing the air away from the body. If the center vent is aimed up, it will cool the interior temperature sensor and you may need to - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
car. • The most usual temperature setting is 64-76°F, depending on personal preference and what clothing is worn. • To allow the system time to adjust, changes Air distribution to windshield and floor • Recirculation OFF (even if manually selected before) • Fan: high speed MAX cooling, blue - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
can also be switched on and off manually. Recirculation does not appreciably change the air quality but it can be useful to switch it on to avoid unpleasant smells from entering the cabin. Functions Pressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings. If a manual function is selected, it will be locked - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
book Page 83 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Instruments and controls Air distribution 83 IB3862 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: • Fan: high speed. • The air . Two presses: Air is directed to - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
) Starting in cold weather 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 speed will be increased. As the temperature inside the car nears the selected - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
95_US_M08.book Page 85 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Instruments and controls Adaptation selected come on after the engine has manually. started if the outside temperature is below +5 °C. - This function helps to prevent ice or mist forming on the rear window in cold, damp weather. Fuel consumption - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 86
in the car: 1 Make sure that all the air vents are fully open, including the center rear vent. If this is not enough...2 Direct the air flow away from the body. If this is not enough...3 Raise the temperature setting a degree or two. If this is not enough...4 Lower the fan speed. Troubleshooting and - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 87
seating comfort in hot weather, are available as an option on cars equipped with leather-upholstered and electrically adjustable seats. Ventilated seats are equipped with two fans that extract the moist air from between the seat and the body. The fans have two speeds. Heated rear seat cushion - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 88
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95_US_M08.book Page 89 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 89 Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio _____ CD player _____ CD changer 3 112 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). IB4469 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 90
in the luggage compartment. The audio system is operated using the steering wheel controls 3 or the control panel buttons. WARNING Safety first! Cut off power immediately and contact your Saab dealer if the system begins to emit smoke or smells strange. All work on the audio system must be carried - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 91
PM Saab 9-5 Audio System Scroll among preset pages. Activate radio and change frequency band (AM,FM and XMTM 3). Auto tuning down and change track/file going back in order of play on CD or MP3 disc. Auto tuning up and change track/file forward in order of play on CD or MP3 disc. Manual tuning and - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 92
95_US_M08.book Page 92 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 92 Saab 9-5 Audio System Audio settings Volume Turn the ON/OFF control until the desired volume is obtained. Automatic tone setting You can choose to automatically adapt tone setting, Auto EQ (Equalizer), to the tuned station or disc being played - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 93
95_US_M08.book Page 93 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 93 Radio Press the RADIO BAND button to return to radio mode if another audio source is in use. Tuning a station Fine tuning Turn the tone control one increment or press the REV or FWD button to fine-tune the frequency in - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 94
95_US_M08.book Page 94 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 94 Saab 9-5 Audio System Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 95
95_US_M08.book Page 95 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System XMTM 3 Satellite Radio Service XMTM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. XMTM offers a large variety of coastto-coast channels including commercial free music, news, sports, talk, - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 96
95_US_M08.book Page 96 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 96 Saab 9-5 Audio System The XM Categories Decades Country Hits Christian Rock Urban Jazz & Blues Dance Latin World Classical Kids News Sports Comedy Talk & Variety Premium Restore removed XMTM 3 categories Removed categories can be restored by - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Saab 9-5 Audio System XMTM 3 Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition XM Updating No XM signal Loading XM Channel Off Air Channel Unavail No Artist Info No Title Info No CAT Info Updating encryption code Loss of signal Acquiring channel audio (after four second delay) Channel not in service - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 98
95_US_M08.book Page 98 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 98 Saab 9-5 Audio System Action Required Radio Display between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your Saab dealer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XMTM Radio eight - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 99
book Page 99 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 99 CD player NOTE Do not use CDs with labels or stickers. These labels could detach and cause the audio changing tracks Turn the tone control or press the SEEK buttons to select or change applies to the steering wheel. and on Loading - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 100
95_US_M08.book Page 100 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 100 Saab 9-5 Audio System Loading several CDs The CD changer can use CD or CD-R discs with labels or stickers. These labels could detach and cause the audio system to malfunction. Activate the CD changer by inserting one or more CD/MP3 discs or - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
95_US_M08.book Page 101 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System Selecting and changing tracks Turn the tone control or press the SEEK buttons to select or change to the preceding or next track. The track number appears in the display. If the current track has played for at least 10 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 102
book Page 102 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 102 Saab 9-5 Audio quality may vary depending on the quality of the CD-R disc, recording method and quality of the recorded music. The audio changing MP3 file Turn the tone control or press the SEEK buttons to select or change to the steering wheel. and on - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
95_US_M08.book Page 103 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System Selecting/changing MP3 folder • Press the left pushbutton under the Folder symbol to play the first MP3 file in the preceding MP3 folder on the disc. • Press - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
3 The AUX input is located at the bottom right of the audio system. It can be used to connect a portable unit, such as an MP3 player, to the audio system. Adjust the sound settings using the control panel or the steering wheel controls. To change tracks, fast forward, etc., use the controls on the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
95_US_M08.book Page 105 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 105 General functions WARNING Adjustments should be made when the car is stationary so that attention to traffic is not reduced, increasing the likelihood of an accident. IB4708 Cars with CD changer 1 Press the MENU - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 106
book Page 106 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 106 Saab 9-5 Audio System Speed dependent volume compensation As vehicle speed increases, ambient noise also increases. If you do not wish to continually adjust the volume, the audio > has no function on US/CA cars. Speed dependent volume compensation - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 107
95_US_M08.book Page 107 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 107 Sound system The sound system is called harman/kardon® Sound System. Loudness is controlled automatically by the audio system, boosting the highest and lowest frequency ranges to enhance the sound image when the volume - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 108
95_US_M08.book Page 108 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 108 Saab 9-5 Audio System Tuning steps Automatic tuning FM 200 kHz AM 10 kHz Manual tuning FM 200 kHz AM 10 kHz Frequency range (FM) MHz AM 530 - 1710 kHz Specifications in accordance with EIA Interim Standard. THD = Total Harmonic Distortion - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
.book Page 109 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 109 Antennas The audio system has two antennas incorporated in the rear window: one for FM and one for AM. The XMTM Satellite Radio antenna 3 is located on the roof of the vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 110
PM 110 Saab 9-5 Audio System FM AM IB4472 IB4496 Shadow effect Because FM radio waves travel in straight lines from the transmitter, a shadow effect can occur when tall buildings or hills obstruct the propagation path from the transmitter to the car. Cross modulation If the radio is tuned to - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
95_US_M08.book Page 111 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Saab 9-5 Audio System 111 IB4473 Sources of FM interference Interference to FM reception can be caused by the electrical systems in other vehicles, particularly if the signal - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
a check is made to ensure that the code is correct. If not, the following will appear on the display: Locked NOTE All work on the audio system must be carried out by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the audio system is to be transferred to another car (Saab - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 113
Interior lighting _____ Sun visors _____ Power Outlet 3 _____ Glove compartment ___ Cup holders _____ Trunk _____ 114 115 116 123 124 125 126 126 128 129 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 114
95_US_M08.book Page 114 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 114 Interior equipment and trunk Steering wheel adjustment WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel unless the car is stationary. IB3869 Fore-and-aft and tilt adjustment of the steering wheel is possible. Pull down the lever fully until you - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 115
book Page 115 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Interior equipment and trunk 115 Electric windows WARNING Bear in mind the pinch hazard when the side windows are being wound up. • Always remove the ignition key when you leave the car the switch Rear windows: Press the back of the switch. The switches - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 116
lighting will be activated. When the switch is OFF, the rear side windows can only be operated from the panel on the center console. When off, the switch's back lighting will also be switched off. IB445 NOTE The door mirrors should be fully retracted before the car enters an automatic car wash - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 117
book Cars equipped with a programmable driver's seat 3 also have the ability to angle the passenger's mirror down when reversing, e.g. for a better view of the curb to the left of the steering wheel. The ignition key must be in If the mirrors have been moved manually, it may require several presses of - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
of a knob beneath the mirror. Adjust the mirror in day position. Retain your original garage door transmitter for future programming procedures (i.e., new vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed garage opener buttons be erased for security purposes. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 119
the frequencies of three different remote controls. The battery in the remote control should be fairly new for programming to work well. Do not repeat Canadian Programming" section. 5 After the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, release both the mirror and hand-held - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
95_US_M08.book Page the power supply to the garage door or gate (or park the car beyond the range of the remote control) while programming using the " step noted: • Press and hold the two outer buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Towing a trailer can cause the system to malfunction, as the rear-facing sensor may sense light from the trailer. NOTE Switch off the power supply to the garage door or gate (or park the car beyond the range of the remote control) while programming using the "cycling" method to prevent damaging - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
your car from one magnetic zone to another the compass setting will need to be changed to is performed automatically during travel. If an accessory, such as a mobile phone, is the compass is affected, the compass may need to be calibrated manually. 1 Press and hold button 5 until "CAL" and the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 123
To close: slide the control forwards. To fully open the moonroof from the ventilation position, slide the control back. The moonroof incorporates an interior, manual, sliding sun blind. If the car is newly waxed, the moonroof may creak when opened to the ventilation position or when driving with the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
the respective door is opened. Each reading light has its own switch adjacent to the lamp. The switch for the dome lights is on the front overhead panel. When the switch is in the mid-position (door-activated), the interior lighting will come on: • When the car is unlocked from the outside. • When - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 125
, the interior lighting will be switched off automatically to save the battery. Sun visors If the car is equipped with double sun visors. One section of the visor can be independently pivoted to the side window. A vanity mirror is provided on the back - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 126
socket to charge a mobile phone, for example. Glove compartment WARNING The glove compartment must be closed while travelling. An open glove compartment door could cause leg injuries in the event of a crash. The glove compartment can be cooled by the air conditioning (ACC) system. Cold air - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 127
95_US_M08.book Page 127 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Interior equipment and trunk 127 IB436 In the doors On leading edge of front seats 3 IB437 On the back of the front seats 3 Console between front seats Center armrest for rear seat 3 IB439 IB441 IB438 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 128
95_US_M08.book Page 128 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 128 Interior equipment and trunk WARNING 1 • The cup holder should not be used to hold cups made of china, glass or hard plastic as these can cause injury in the event of a crash. 2 IB1153 • Use only for paper cups or aluminium cans. • Avoid - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 129
to be occupied. • Keep hands well clear of all moving parts. • Never place heavy objects on the rear window shelf. There is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash. • Before folding up the backrest, hang the outer - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 130
.book will avert the danger of luggage flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash (see page 131). • Secure small items if the folding them back to their normal position. Check that the button (item 3 on page 129) is flush with the surround before entering the back seat. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 131
or unloading long items, switch off the engine and apply the parkingbrake. This averts the danger of the car moving off suddenly if a long item injury resulting from displacement of load on hard braking. • Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its handling characteristics - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 132
and trunk Folding the rear seat, 9-5 SportCombi Both the narrow and wide sections of the rear seat can be folded separately. Folding is facilitated if the front seats are not located too far back. The wide section cannot be folded separately if a cargo net (accessory) is mounted on the rear of the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 133
moving parts of the seating. • Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There is always a danger of loose objects flying about and causing injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a crash. • Make sure that the backrests are locked when they are folded back upright. Check that - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 134
95_US_M08.book Page 134 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Interior equipment and trunk Folding the narrow section of the backrest The folding is facilitated if the front seat is not too far back. 1 Make sure that the head restraint is in the down position. For height adjustment refer to page 21. 2 Put - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 135
elastic side net (accessory) when the rear seat is folded down. These nets are only intended to keep light objects tidy, not for weight of 2200 lbs. (1000 kg) in a head on crash at 32 mph (50 km/h). • Adjust the car's load (passengers and luggage) so that the gross vehicle weight or the axle weight - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 136
™. Place the tie down eyes as far forward and as far back as possible on the CargoTracks™. Elastic cargo net for lighter objects. The side netting should be attached to the two tie down eyes which are included in the accessory kit and to two of the eyes mounted on the right-hand - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 137
, even if the cargo net is correctly in position. The only purpose of the net is to prevent light objects from being thrown about in the cabin during heavy braking or in the event of a crash. Install the net behind the rear seat backrest. 1 Remove the rearmost covers from the roof. 2 Fasten the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 138
book Page 138 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 138 Interior equipment and trunk 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 compartment floor, 9-5 SportCombi Secure the luggage compartment - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 139
the car_____ Jump starting _____ Saab Parking Assistance 3 _____ Parking brake _____ Parking_____ 179 181 181 183 183 183 183 186 168 165 165 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). IB3878 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 140
which the key can be removed. The parking lights, hazard warning lights and interior lighting all work. ST (starter) position The starter operates when the key is turned to this position. When released, the key will spring back to the ON position. If the engine fails to start, the key must first be - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 141
Be alert to the danger of CO - always open the garage doors before starting the engine in the garage. • There is also a danger of CO poisoning if the exhaust system is leaking. WARNING • Always remove the key before leaving the car. • Always apply the parking brake before removing the ignition key. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 142
up. Drive away as soon as the oil warning light has been extinguished to enable the engine to attain its normal temperature as quickly as possible. The engine has an automatic choke and should be started as follows: Cars with manual transmission Let the engine idle for about 10 seconds. Do not - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 143
in a suitable place as soon as possible and turn off the engine. The car must be towed to a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. If the CHECK ENGINE warning light flashes, it indicates that the engine is misfiring which can result in damage to the catalytic converter. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 144
at a rate equivalent to the ram-air effect that would be obtained at the corresponding road speed. NOTE • If the engine sounds strange there is a fault in the system. Have the car checked without delay by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. • The use of fuel with - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 145
being damaged, and could represent a breach of the warranty conditions. • If the engine fails to start (in very cold weather or if the battery is flat), the car can be push started (manual gearbox only) or started using jumper cables to a donor battery. However, as soon as you have started the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 146
parameters also stores fault codes. Under certain circumstances, this may cause constant illumination of the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" lamp , thus indicating a fault that must be checked by your Saab dealer, see page 58. NOTE: always observe the following two measures: • Make sure that the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 147
left off or is improperly installed. See Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) on page 58. 147 When refueling, hang the fuel cap inside the fuel door The most effective way to prevent condensation forming in the tank (and thus avoid possible running problems) is to keep the tank well filled. Before - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 148
standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on and your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. See Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) on page 58. If this - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 149
to contribute to clean air. Saab recommends that you use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 150
in new brake pads New brake pads take time to bed in, about 90 miles (150 km) if the car is driven largely under stop-and-go conditions or about 300 miles (500 km) of highway driving. To extend the useful life of the pads, avoid hard braking as much as possible during this period. Engine Break - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 151
a drive position is subsequently selected, this could cause a crash or damage the automatic transmission. • Never park the car with the selector lever in a drive position, even if the parking brake is on. • If you want to leave the car with the engine running, move the selector lever to P or N and - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 152
to avoid unnecessary gear changes and undesired temperature increases in the transmission. Selector-lever indicator on main instrument panel When the car is stationary, the engine must be at idling speed when the selector lever is moved. You must have your foot on the brake pedal to move the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 153
engine speed and fuel consumption. When the lock-up function comes into operation, it may give the impression of an overdrive being engaged. 153 Park Brake the car a short distance) do as described below. Check fuse No. 1 (see page 218). If the problem was cured by changing the fuse or battery, you - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 154
despite the fault indicator being on. Have the car checked at a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. It is not possible to select the SPORT or Sentronic mode when the Limp-home mode is active. Gear changes must be made manually. The following gears will be engaged in - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 155
oil cooler can also cause the transmission fluid to overheat. Overheating reduces the service life of the fluid. Contact an authorized Saab dealer (see also page 174). 155 Towing Towing of cars with automatic transmission, see page 183. Descending hills WARNING Remember to use engine-braking - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 156
on the steering wheel for changing gear manually If the road surface is slippery, you may wish to pull off in 2nd or 3rd to reduce the risk of wheel spin. When descending hills you should select a low gear to increase the braking effect of the engine and thus spare the brakes. Manual gear selections - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 157
parking brake is on, to prevent the car from moving off unexpectedly. To prevent the engine and transmission from becoming hotter than necessary, select N for stops other than brief ones, e.g. if stuck in a traffic jam. The normal drive position (D) is recommended for waiting at traffic lights. 157 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 158
lever from D to L, down shifts will follow a set pattern to avoid damaging the engine or transmission. Manual gear-changing is not recommended on slippery roads. If one of the drive wheels spins excessively, the engine torque will be reduced to avoid damaging the transmission. Adaptive gear - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 159
book safety reasons (brake system function) the brakes must be applied once, when the engine has started, When the system is ON, the CRUISE indicator light will appear on the main instrument panel and will to RESUME/-. This will only operate when the car's speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). To - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 160
to use the braking effect of the engine. If the car has automatic Brake pad wear indicators The outboard brake pads on the front wheels incorporate pad-wear indicators. When the lining is down to 3 mm, the pad will produce a screeching, squealing or scraping noise when the brakes are applied. New - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 161
power assisted and it should be kept in mind that the servo unit only provides the power assistance when the engine is running. • The brake pressure required when the engine is off,(e.g. when the car is being towed) is roughly four times the normal pedal force required. The pedal also feels hard and - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 162
-in diagnostic function which will switch on the Anti-lock brake warning light if a fault is detected in the system (see page 60). The ABS system will not reduce the braking distance on loose gravel or on snow or ice but, because the wheels cannot lock up, some steering control is retained. When the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 163
works The system can help to prevent the car from skidding by braking one or several wheels independently of the driver. The engine output is then also reduced to prevent the driving wheels from spinning. The car has sensors that measure wheel speed, yaw acceleration, lateral acceleration, steering - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 164
off. • The system has been switched off manually. When the ignition key is turned to the ON position, the lamp is lit for about four seconds while the system undergoes a self-test. NOTE Suspension modifications, such as changing the type of wheels, dampers or springs, can affect the function of - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 165
lever to P (Park)), and remove the ignition key. Lock the car. • Do not use the parking brake while driving. The parking brake is situated between the front seats and acts on the rear wheels. When the parking brake is on, the indicator light on the main instrument panel will be on. To release the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 166
1 Pointing downhill and against the curb - Turn the wheels into the curb and edge the car forward until the wheels touch the curb. 2 2 Pointing uphill and against the curb - Turn the wheels away from the curb and edge the car back until the wheels touch the curb. 3 Parking on a hill When parking - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 167
fuel 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! • Disconnect the negative (-) battery lead. If frost is likely to occur during the long - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 168
book Page 168 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 168 Starting and driving Saab Parking Assistance 3 WARNING Responsibility always lies with the driver when reversing. IB1299 IB1300 • Saab emit ultrasound signals that bounce back to the sensors off any objects behind the car. The system, however, cannot - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 169
95_US_M08.book Page 169 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Starting and driving NOTE Reverse slowly so that you have time to stop the car when the continuous tone is heard at approx. 12 in. (30 cm). When an object is approximately 3 feet (90 cm) from the car, the sound pulses change character markedly. A - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 170
increase of 60 %). - 14 mpg (20l/100 km)) at outside temp. of -4°F (-20°C) (increase of 100 %). As can be seen, both the distance travelled by the car and the outside temperature have a major impact on fuel consumption after the engine has started from cold. Thus, if the car is mainly used for short - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 171
acceleration, heavy braking and much low gear work all gives rise to higher fuel consumption. • Frequent gear changing in traffic, starting in cold weather, the use of studded tires and roof racks, and towing a trailer all increase fuel consumption. • Do not run the engine when the car is stationary - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 172
. Condensation is caused by changes in the outdoor temperature or by the car being parked alternately in a garage and outside. • It is particularly important when the roads are slippery that the brakes and tires be in good condition. • Check the anti-freeze in the engine coolant, see page 195. The - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 173
only be fitted to the tires recommended under "Specifications" (see page 268). Consult your Saab dealer for details of approved tire chains. Driving in hot weather Always check the coolant level before starting a journey. When the engine is cold, the coolant shall lie on or just above the KALT - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 174
the appropriate hitch kit for your car. If the car has a 13-pin genuine Saab electrical socket, the trailer/caravan can be equipped with rear fog lamp and reversing lamps. The caravan can also have interior and exterior lighting when the car's ignition is off. Do not put a load on the battery for so - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 175
different gradients, with a view to comfort and drivability for manual and automatic cars, are shown on the drawing. Make sure you are familiar with the law regarding speed limits for towing, maximum trailer weights, trailer-braking requirements, and also any special driving-license provisions (see - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 176
cars with automatic transmission Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the temperature gauge in the main instrument panel. The following steps are taken in order as the temperature of the engine increases: • Gear change journey, select manual mode and a gear in which the engine speed is about - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 177
95_US_M08.book Page 177 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Starting and driving Recommendations for cars with manual gearbox Rises in coolant temperature are indicated by the temperature gauge in the main instrument panel. The following steps are taken in order as the temperature of the engine increases: - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 178
178 Starting and driving Trailer hitch load The weight distribution on the trailer makes a lot of difference to the handling properties of the car and trailer combination. As regards single-axle trailers, whenever possible, concentrate the load over the wheels and keep it as low as possible. The - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 179
car are available from your Saab dealer. Always secure the roof load safely. IB480 IB481 Fitting the roof carriers 3, 9-5 Sedan and 9-5 SportCombi Open all the doors. Fold back the rubber strip and find the fixing holes. 3 Start on the left-hand side of the car. Rest the carrier carefully across - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 180
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 the rear roof carrier. 3 Place the cross members on the roof rails, on their respective sides of the center supports The instructions that accompany the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Only eat light meals. Heavy meals have a tendency to induce tiredness. Driving with a load The driving characteristics of the car are affected car´s total weight or axle weight are not exceeded, see page 260. • Heavy loads mean that the car's center of gravity is further back. As a result, the car - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 182
slightly overinflated tires. If a valve is leaking, simply unscrew it and fit a new one. Important! Remember to adjust the tire pressures if you change the load in the car or intend to drive at substantially lower or higher speeds than normal. WARNING Check the tire pressure at least once a month - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 183
faster than 3-4 mph. Water can otherwise be sucked into the engine. The engine will be seriously damaged if water enters the intake system. Towing the car WARNING • Remember that the brake servo does not operate when the engine is off. Much greater pressure than normal will therefore be required - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 184
a permanently mounted towing eye at the back. If the car is equipped with a trailer hitch, this can be used instead of the towing eye. NOTE • Do not drive the car with the front towing eye in position. If it catches the curb, for example, the engine subframe could be damaged. • Refit the plastic - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 185
be towed front first. • If the car is to be towed with the front wheels off the ground, make sure the parking brake is off, as this acts on the rear wheels. The car cannot be push started. In an emergency, it is possible to start the engine using jump leads (see the section, "Jump starting - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 186
your car and bad grounding could damage electrical systems. WARNING You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in Neutral. 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lights - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 187
a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. The battery installed in your new Saab has filler caps. Be sure metal engine part with a good ground. Do not connect (+) to (-) or you will get a short that could injure you or would damage the battery and maybe other parts - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 188
go to the dead battery. It goes to a major metal part with a good ground on the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the discharged battery, but not near engine parts that move. To avoid an arc which could detonate the hydrogen - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 189
Car care and technical information Hood _____ Engine compartment __ Emission control systems _____ Engine _____ Engine oil _____ Transmission fluid ____ Coolant _____ Brake and clutch fluid__ Power steering fluid ___ Air filter _____ Battery _____ Drive belts _____ Wipers and washers ___ Changing - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 190
95_US_M08.book Page 190 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 190 Car care and technical information Hood The hood release handle is located underneath the instrument panel. To open fingers between the hood and safety catch if lowering but not closing the hood. Check that the hood is now closed securely. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 191
95_US_M08.book Page 191 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information 191 Engine compartment Engine compartment 1 Engine-oil dipstick/filler cap 2 Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid 3 Fuse box 4 Expansion tank, coolant 1 2 3 4 5 Washer-fluid filler cap 6 Battery 7 Turbo unit 8 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 192
95_US_M08.book Page 192 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 192 Car care and technical information Engine families Saab cars imported into the United States and Canada meet all applicable emission control standards. The engine family and appropriate tune-up specifications are identified on a label - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 193
(OBD II). If the "Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)" lamp in the main instrument illuminates, this indicates that the Trionic ECM has detected a problem. The car will continue to operate, but performance may be diminished. You should have your car checked by a Saab dealer as soon as possible - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 194
then allowed to cool for 2-5 minutes, with the car standing on level ground. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean before checking the level. • Change engine oil and oil filter as prescribed in the service programme. • Only use the recommended oil type. Follow the three points listed above to avoid - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 195
the service program. Coolant expansion tank If the message "Coolant level low. Refill." is displayed on the SID, check the level of fluid in the expansion tank. Top up, as necessary, with equal parts of clean water and Saab-approved coolant. Coolants of a different brand could damage the engine or - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 196
not normally have to be changed during the service life of the car. The type of coolant used has a reddish color and should not be mixed with other types of coolant. Saab Original coolant should be used all year round. Only use coolant approved by Saab. Note: If incorrect coolant is used or added - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 197
95_US_M08.book Page 197 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information Use only new brake fluid from a sealed container. Check that there are no leaks in the brake system. The brake fluid level will fall somewhat as the brake pads wear. The MAX level in the reservoir corresponds to - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 198
°F (+20°C). If the oil is colder the level can be lower, and in higher temperatures the level can be higher, both of which are acceptable. Top up with "Power Steering Fluid CHF 11S or CHF 202". IB501 Air filter WARNING • For Service and Repair, parts equivalent to those used by Saab should be used - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 199
two clips along its long sides. The cover fits the standard battery installed in the car. If a new battery is to be fitted, make sure that its dimensions are the same as the standard one. The battery is maintenance free and should be changed if the electrolyte level is too low. The indicator on the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 200
negative lead to a good ground point, e.g. the lifting lug at the front of the engine. To remove the battery, always disconnect the negative (black) lead first and reconnect it last when fitting the new battery. The battery size must comply with DIN 53735 MFI 230/2.16. • If boost charging never use - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 201
.book Page 201 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information 201 Drive belts WARNING • Keep hands and clothing clear of drive belts when engine is running. • Always stop the engine before inspecting drive belt. • The radiator fan is electric and can start even when the engine - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 202
lift it off the arm. Rear window, SportCombi 1 Detach the blade from the arm by pressing the blade's mounting from underneath. 2 Install a new blade by pressing the shaft of the blade in the arm's mounting. The washer jet, which is located next to the high-mounted brake light, is not adjustable. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 203
95_US_M08.book Page 203 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information 203 IB1784 Cleaning/adjusting the washer jets Washer-fluid filler cap The headlights have high-pressure washers 3 Washer jets The washer - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 204
95_US_M08.book Page 204 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 204 Car care and technical information Check that the new bulb is working when finished. Use only "Long Life" bulbs. Headlight aiming, see page 250. Changing bulbs WARNING Before changing a bulb in the engine bay, switch off the engine to avoid - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 205
flasher if the daytime running lights are deactivated and the headlight switch is in the off position (otherwise Xenon lamp is utilized): 1 Remove the cover from the back of the lamp unit. To improve accessibility to the right-hand side, hold back the induction air hose. To improve accessibility to - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 206
bulb for low beam (Halogen) 1 Take off the cover from the back of the lamp unit. To improve accessibility to the right-hand headlight, hold aside the induction air hose. To improve accessibility to the left-hand headlight, remove the battery cover. Release the two clips along the long sides of the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 207
holder straight out. 2 Change the bulb. 3 Make sure that the O-ring is correctly positioned so as to seal against the lamp housing. When the bulb holder is slid in, it does not matter which direction the bulb holder grip is held. Front fog lights 3 WARNING Never crawl under a car that is supported - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 208
1:06 PM 208 Car care and technical information 1 5 3 1 1 3 5 3 1 IB3906 2 Rear light clusters, 9-5 Sedan 1 2 3 4 5 Direction indicators Stop lights and taillights Reversing lights Rear fog light High-mounted brake light 2 IB3907 Rear light clusters, 9-5 SportCombi 1 2 3 4 5 Direction - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 209
.book Page 209 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information Trunk lid light and taillights, 9-5 Sedan Before changing Screw the handle back onto the trunk. Changing bulbs 1 Squeeze together the silver plastic lug and the electrical connection and withdraw the lamp holder. 2 The - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 210
back. 4 Push in the new bulb. 5 Refit the bulb holder. 6 Replace the panel by carefully pushing the panel towards the headlining so that the two clips engage their respective slot. High-mounted stop lights 1 Panel 2 Retaining clips 3 Bulbs 2 3 3 2 1 IB519 Rear lights clusters, 9-5 SportCombi - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 211
groove in the light cluster. Press in the fastener until you hear a click. 6 Take out the bulb holder. 7 Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise. 8 Change the bulb. 9 Check that the new bulb works. Reassembly 1 Align the fastener with the hole in the body. 2 Press the lamp unit home into - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Tailgate bulbs, 9-5 SportCombi 1 Turn the lock a quarter turn (90°) with a screwdriver or the ignition key. 2 Open and remove the cover. 3 Remove the bulb holder by pressing the plastic lug to the side. 4 Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise. 6 Check that the new bulb is working - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 213
inserted first. Side direction indicators 1 Slide the lamp fitting forward and pull out the back. 2 Remove the bulb. 3 Change the bulb. On refitting, make sure that the spring in the lamp fitting engages the edge of the opening in the body panel. Courtesy lights (front doors and floor) and luggage - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 214
gain access to the bulb. 2 Bend out one of the contacts and remove the bulb. 3 Fit the new bulb. On refitting, insert the connector-end of the lamp fitting first. Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing, you are advised to take the car to a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 215
lights 10 W2W 1.2 Switches # 1 2 3 Cap H7 H8 P21W 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 10 IB4095 NOTE Only fit lamps of the specified rating. Lamps of the wrong wattage could damage the wiring harness and electronics. A special kit containing spare bulbs and fuses is available as an accessory from your Saab - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 216
The color of the fuse indicates its amperage. • If the same fuse blows repeatedly, have the electrical system checked by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. • If a MAXI fuse blows, it means that there is a major fault in the electrical system. Have the car checked by - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 217
book Page 217 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information DICE / TWICE DICE = Dashboard Car alarm (Anti-theft system) • Engine immobilizer • Autochecking of lights an authorized Saab dealer. checked in the same way as the other fuses. The Maxi fuses are designed to protect the car - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 218
28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 IB2439 7.5 Brake lights, trailer 10 15 15 15 30 20 30 20 20 - 20 40 10 15 10 40 15 20 30 Engine injectors Trunk lighting; trunk lock; door lighting; parking assistant 3; SID Audio System; CD changer 3 Heating, rear seat 3; moonroof 3, remote control receiver - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 219
; ACC 10 Engine-management system; SID; main instrument D E G J K H F I 219 A B C1 C2 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 7.5 Airbag 7.5 ABS/ESP® 7.5 Starter motor; transmission control module (cars with automatic transmission) 7.5 Cruise control 3; water valve; fog lights, front 3; rain - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 220
95_US_M08.book Page 220 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 220 J K L1 L2 - Car care and technical information Starter relay Limp-home function - 1 2 1 3 4 fan, high speed ABS/ESP® ABS/ESP® Load angle sensor (cars with xenon headlights) Heater A/C; car alarm siren Bulb test - Headlight washers IB1797 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 221
14 15 16 17 Function Bulb test; head light; high beam flasher Headlight washer Front fog lights Wiper, rear (9-5 SportCombi) - - Rain sensor Radiator fan, low speed Radiator fan, high speed A/C-compressor Radiator fan, high speed, right fan Horn Extra lights (accessory) High beam headlight Low beam - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 222
are hot when you check them, only increase the pressure, if necessary. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet for - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 223
valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 224
95_US_M08.book Page 224 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 224 Car care and technical information When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it's time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 225
95_US_M08.book Page 225 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. Before changing to wheels/tires of another size, we recommend that you contact an authorized Saab - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 227
clearance to the body and chassis. See "Changing a wheel" on page 239. Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can't know how it's been used or how far it's been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 228
used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 229
, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see "Uniform Tire Quality Grading" on page 226. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. For information on recommended tire pressure see "Lowest recommended - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 230
230 Car care and technical information Tire markings An example of the meaning of the different markings in a tire size is given below for a tire size of: 215/55 R16 93 V 215 Tire section width, mm Aspect ratio, i.e. the section height 55 is 55 % of the section width R Radial ply Wheel rim - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 231
centerline of the tread. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa), before a tire have built up heat from driving. See "Inflation - Tire Pressure" on page 222. Curb weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 232
book Page 232 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 232 Car Rim: A metal support for a Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: The maximum cold cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 233
of your driving will be done on snow and ice. Winter tires should be fitted to all four wheels to maintain a proper balance. Your Saab dealer can advise you of to the correct size tire for your car (if different from the original size) and also supply Saab approved winter tires pre-mounted on steel - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 234
system consists of a sensor in each wheel and a receiver. The sensors are located inside the tire in direct connection with the air pressure valves. Make sure that wheels with sensors for tire pressure monitoring are fitted during replacement if the car has automatic tire pressure monitoring. Valve - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 235
(avoid heavy braking and significant steering wheel movement) and stop the car as soon as possible at a suitable location. Replace the defective wheel. The fault on tire air pressure, see page 222. Allow 10 minutes for the system to recognise the wheel/sensors positions after fitting a new set of - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 236
book Page 236 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 236 Car care and technical information Malfunctions Tire 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 to follow the instructions for the tire - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 237
loose and cause injury in the event of a crash. The spare tire, together with the jack, front towrope attachment eye and toolkit, is stowed away underneath the luggage-compartment floor. The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing the tire. Its use is only permitted when a standard - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 238
a compact spare tire: • The car's ground clearance is reduced. • The car must not be driven with more than one compact tire at a time. • Avoid driving against a curb. • Do not use snow chains. • Do not fit the wheel cover - this would conceal the warning text. Hanging up the cover, 9-5 SportCombi - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 239
other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. • The car jack is designed solely for use in changing a wheel or fitting snow chains. It must not be used to support the car during repair work or servicing. • Never crawl under a car that is supported only by a jack. • Raising your vehicle too high or - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 240
the jack to raise the wheel clear of the ground. Remove the wheel bolts and lift off the wheel. NOTE Apply the jack only to the jacking points indicated on the body. 1 Put the car in 1st gear (automatic transmission: move selector to the P position) and apply the parking brake. 2 Wind the jack up - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 241
dirt from the contact surfaces between the wheel and brake disc 7 Lower the car and tighten the wheel bolts to the correct torque in the sequence shown (opposite pairs).Replace the wheel bolt caps. Tightening torque Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Steel wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm). Lubricate - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 242
95_US_M08.book Page 242 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 242 Car care and technical information 8 Check-tighten the wheel bolts after a few miles. Tightening torque Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Steel wheels: 80 ft.lbs. (110 Nm) Safety belts WARNING If the car is involved in a crash, the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 243
book Page 243 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car alone. Wet patches left by spilled soft drinks or thin oil must be wiped off immediately using an absorbent material, more frequently. Use conventional leather care products. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Do not use harsh polishing agents, - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 244
may reduce the performance of the brakes. • Cars with Saab Parking Assistance: Do not spray the sensors or closer than 8 in. (20 cm) to the sensors with a pressure washer, as this can damage them. NOTE Avoid using any alcohol-based cleaners on the front and rear light clusters, as these can cause - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 245
new car. Always wash the car thoroughly before waxing or polishing. Touching up the paint Damaged paintwork should be treated as soon as it is discovered: the longer it is left, the greater the risk of corrosion. The anti-perforation warranty be taken back to the bare metal. The metal should then - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 246
95_US_M08.book Page 246 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 246 Car care and technical information Two-coat enamel As the name implies, two-coat enamel is applied in two operations. The first coat, the base color, contains the pigment, metal flakes and binder. The second coat consists of a clear enamel, - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 247
, however, have the system checked by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Important! When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified, and the resultant condensation is drained off through two outlets underneath the floor of the car in the vicinity of - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 248
and undercoating by stones, gravel and minor crashes immediately exposes metal to air and moisture. Road salts used for de-icing will collect on the bottom of the car and promote rusting. Areas of the country with high humidity have great potential for rust problems, especially where salt is used on - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 249
engine or gearbox/transmission. • Check the coolant and power steering fluid levels. Check also for leaks. • Inspect the Poly-V-belt and replace it if it shows any signs of hard wear. • Check the battery charge. • Check the tires for tread pattern and air pressure, including the compact spare wheel - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 250
materials Information on the scrapping and recycling of car materials is available on www.saab.com. Headlight aiming WARNING Before checking/adjusting the headlight aiming, switch off the engine to avoid danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can start up even - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 251
book Page 251 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Car care and technical information • The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlight aiming is being done. • The vehicle should not have any snow with halogen lamps and 3 inches for vehicles with xenon lamps. If you - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 252
95_US_M08.book Page 252 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 252 Car care and technical information 5 Turn on the low the lens to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlight may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlight. 6 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 253
95_US_M08.book Page 253 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Customer Assistance and Information 253 Customer Assistance Recorders _____ 254 255 256 256 257 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 254
knowledgeable service professionals. A Saab dealer is your best choice. Engine oil and filter changes Changing the engine oil and filter is required at every service point. Use only a Saab approved long-life oil filter and engine oils stated in the Specification section of this Owner's Manual. The - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 255
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 Saab Warranty and Service Record - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7. Service information Factory Service Manuals for the Saab 9-5 car line can be ordered through your Saab dealer or by visiting www.saabtechinfo.com. These are comprehensive manuals on CD rom, geared to use by professional technicians. Consult - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 257
as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, steering wheel angle, lateral acceleration, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air bag performance, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 258
95_US_M08.book Page 258 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 258 Customer Assistance and Information (This page has been left blank) - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 259
_____ Steering _____ Brake system_____ Wheels and tires _____ Plates and labels_____ 260 262 262 263 264 265 265 266 266 267 267 267 268 270 3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories). IB3918 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 260
lbs. and spare wheel) _____ (1555-1700 kg) Gross vehicle weight (GVW) _____ 4380-4680 lbs. (1980-2125 kg) Maximum axle load: Front _____ 2590 lbs. (1175 kg) Rear, 9-5 Sedan _____ 2310 lbs. (1050 kg) Rear, 9-5 SportCombi _____ 2480 lbs. (1125 kg) Weight distribution: Curb weight, front/rear _____ - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 261
95_US_M08.book Page 261 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Specifications Luggage compartment Volume (SAE): 9-5 Sedan_____ 9-5 SportCombi, rear seat upright ____ 9-5 SportCombi, rear seat folded _____ Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Sedan: Rear seat upright _____ Rear seat folded down _____ Luggage - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 262
capacity _____ For optimum performance Saab recommends:_____ 18.0 gal. (68 litres) 4-cylinder _____ AON 93* Cylinder bores _____ Stroke _____ Swept volume _____ Idling speed _____ Antifreeze_____ Coolant capacity _____ * If AON 90 is used some decrease in engine power can occur. Gasoline with - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 263
optimum performance Saab recommends the use of Saab Long Life Turbo Oil SAE 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30 or 5W-40. Servicing/Oil changes: 263 To be able to use recommended service intervals the need to use only approved engine oils is vital. Use only engine oils approved for your engine. Service should be - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 264
, EEC at 1900 rpm ____ 258.0 ft.lb. (350 Nm) Compression ratio _____ 9.3:1 When to change engine oil Your vehicle will display when it is time for servicing on the SID, based on the mileage and time since the last service. For this service system to work it is of outmost importance that the right - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 265
95_US_M08.book Page 265 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Specifications Electrical system Voltage _____ Battery capacity _____ Starter motor _____ Alternator rating _____ Firing order _____ Spark plugs: 2.3 Turbo _____ Electrode gap _____ NGK PFR 6H-10 0.0374 in (0.95 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 266
positions _____ P R N D M L Clutch type _____ Hydraulic plate clutches, brake bands and one-way couplings Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear: 29-30 / 46-48 Manual gearbox Type _____ Oil _____ Oil capacity _____ Oil volume (on changing) _____ Clutch type _____ Speed (mph / km/h) at 1000 - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 267
95_US_M08.book Page 267 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Specifications Suspension Spring type, front and rear _____ Maximum deflection of springs: Front _____ Rear _____ Dampers: Front _____ Rear _____ Gas-filled Oil and gas filled 7.09 in (180 mm) 7.87 in (200 mm) Coil springs 267 Brake system - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 268
.book Page 268 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 268 Specifications NOTE 2.3 Turbo Snow chains: Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels, and may only be used with the following wheel-tire combinations: Wheels Tires 6.5 x 16"_____ 215/55 R16 Snow chains must not be fitted to 17" wheels - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 269
book Page 269 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Specifications Lowest recommended tire pressure, cold XL/RF 235/45 R17 94 Q Compact spare T115/70 R16 Spare wheel Load/speed mph (km/h) 1) 1-3 pers./0-100 (0-160) 4-5 pers./0- cold tires is meant tires that are the same temperature as the surrounding air - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 270
When consulting your Saab dealer, it may be necessary to quote the car's V.I.N., engine and gearbox numbers. 1 V.I.N. number, inside windshield. 2 V.I.N. label and certification label. 3 Gearbox number. 4 Engine number. 5 Canada: Label for tire pressure and color codes (trim and body). USA: Label - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 271
AB E = 9-5 D = 9-5 Arc with driver's and passenger-side airbags H = 9-5 Aero with driver's and passenger-side airbags 8 Engine variant _____ G = 9 Check digit _____ 0-9/X 10 Model year _____ 8 = 11 Factory _____ 3 = 12 Serial number _____ 2.3Turbo 2008 Trollhättan 000001-999999 6 Body version - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 272
• Automatic locking of the trunk (SportCombi) when it is closed, YES or NO. • Automatic locking of all doors when the car is driven above 7.5 mph (12 manually or automatically; see "Adaptation of ACC" on page 85. Saab 9-5 Audio System (see page 106): • Speed dependent volume. Daytime Running Lights - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 273
guide _____ 12 Boost starting using jump leads ____ 186 Brake and clutch fluid _____ 196 Brake-fluid reservoir _____ 196 Brakes, technical data _____ 269 Bulbs, changing _____ 204 Bulbs, table of _____ 215 Buying new tires _____ 225 Car alarm _____ 50 C Car care _____ 189 Cargo net, 9-5 SportCombi - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 274
number _____ 272 Engine oil, grade _____ 265 Engine, description _____ 194 Engine, technical data _____ 264 Engine, temperature gauge _____ 65 Engine-oil level, checking _____ 194 Error codes, Audio System _____ 112 Event Data Recorders (EDR) _____ 259 Expansion tank, coolant _____ 195 Fuel _____ - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 275
_____ 140 N NIGHT _____ 72 New tires, buying _____ 225 Night Panel _____ 72 Q Quality grading, tires _____ 226 Questions on Light horn _____ 73 Light switches _____ 73 Loading MP3 discs _____ 102 Loading your vehicle _____ 231 O Odometer _____ 64 Oil capacity, engine _____ 264 Oil specification - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 276
95_US_M08.book Page 276 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 276 Index Roof load _____ 179 Running-in _____ 170 Saab Information Display (SID) _____ 68 Snow chains _____ 172 Sorting music _____ 103 Sound system _____ 107 Sources of AM interference _____ 111 Sources of FM interference _____ 111 Spare wheel - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 277
light, AIR BAG _____ 37 Warning lights _____ 58 Washers _____ 202 Washers, windshield _____ 203 Washing the car _____ 244 Waxing and polishing _____ 245 Wear indicators, tires _____ 224 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? _____ 38 Wheel replacement _____ 227 Wheel, change _____ 239 Wheels - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 278
95_US_M08.book Page 278 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM 278 Index - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 279
95_US_M08.book Page 279 Friday, May 11, 2007 1:06 PM Notes 279 Notes - 2008 Saab 9-5 | Owner's Manual - Page 280
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1
Owner’s Manual
Saab 9-5, Model Year 200
del Year 2008
Safety
11
Security
43
Instruments and controls
57
Saab 9-5 Audio System
3
90
Interior equipment and trunk
113
Starting and driving
139
Car care and technical information
189
Customer Assistance and Information
253
Specifications
259
Index
273
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Saab Automobile AB 2007
Service Readiness, Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, Sweden
Printed in Sweden
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