2000 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 48

48 Instruments and controls Anti-lock brake warning This light together with and indicates that a fault has occurred in the ABS system. Conventional braking without the ABS function will still be available. For safety reasons, stop the car and check the level of the brake fluid (see page 175). If the level is normal, depress the brake pedal firmly two or three times. Now check the level again. If the level is still normal, you may drive the car, with considerable caution, to the nearest authorized Saab dealer to have the brake system checked. Airbag warning light This light together with will come on if a potentially serious fault has occurred in the airbag system. CHECK message indicator This light indicates that there is a message in the SID. A chime will also sound (see page 58). WARNING • If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. • The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. • To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have 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. Central warning light This light will come 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 audible alarm are also activated if the ignition key is turned to the ON position and the engine is not started within 10 seconds. WARNING • If the ABS is inoperative, there is a danger of the rear wheels locking up on hard braking. • If the level of brake fluid in the reservoir is below the MIN mark, the car should be towed to an authorized Saab dealer.