2000 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 57

Instruments and controls Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE) WARNING An illuminated CHECK ENGINE indicator light indicates a serious engine-related problem. While your car may be able to be driven with the CHECK ENGINE indicator light illuminated (limp-home mode), you are advised to have your car serviced at an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible. Continued driving without this problem being corrected might cause serious further damage to your car and create unsafe driving conditions. The operator should be prepared to take action if such unsafe conditions arise (e.g., apply the brakes, disengage transmission, turn off the ignition etc.). This light indicates a malfunction in the fuel-injection or ignition system. The car may still be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance. 57 Central warning light This light comes on and a chime will sound if a fault has been detected in any system that is critical to safety. Any of the following can activate the central warning light and alarm: • Airbag system. • Low oil pressure in engine. • Parking brake is on (when car is moving). • Brake fluid level low. • Fault detected in ABS system. • Engine overheating. • Alternator not charging properly. The symbol and the chime will also sound if the ignition key is turned to the ON position but the engine is not started within 10 seconds. SPORT Mode Indicator On cars with automatic transmission the indicator light comes on when you press the SPORT button on the gear-lever knob. In SPORT mode, the transmission remains longer in the (D, 3, 2, 1) gears before upshifting. Quit Sport mode by again depressing the SPORT button; see also page 147. WINTER Mode Indicator On cars with automatic transmission the indicator light comes on when, in the D position, you press the WINTER button on the center console next to the gear selector. When the car is in the Winter mode it starts in 3rd gear, which gives a better grip in slippery conditions by reducing the tendency to spin the wheels. Quit Winter mode by again depressing the WINTER button; see also page 147. Cruise Control indicator light The symbol is lit when cruise control is active.