2003 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 43

Security Locking/unlocking the car NOTICE The key contains delicate electronics. • Do not expose it to water. • Avoid rough handling. • Do not place the key where it may be subjected to high temperatures, e.g. on the instrument panel. • The key may malfunction if it becomes very cold. Warm it in your hands for a couple of minutes. • Never open the key. For changing the battery, see page 45. To check the number of keys that are programmed for the car; see page 52. When the car is locked and unlocked the theft alarm is also affected. Remote locking (1) Press once on the control: all doors locked. The hazard warning lights will flash once and the horn chirps once to confirm. The tailgate cannot be opened now from inside using the switch on the driver´s door. Remote unlocking (2) Press once on the control: the driver´s door is unlocked. Press a second time to unlock the rest of the doors. The hazard warning lights will flash twice and the horn chirps twice to confirm. If remote unlocking should fail to work Unlock the driver's door with the key. To silence the alarm, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON position. The car can now be started. Contact your local Saab dealer to have the system checked and rectified. 43 Locking/unlocking by remote control. 1 To lock 2 To unlock Electronic starting interlock (immobilizer) Each time the key is removed from the ignition, the electronic starting interlock is activated and the car is thus immobilized, see also page 49. Reprogramming lock system functions Certain lock system functions can be reprogrammed by your authorized Saab dealer; see page 271. IB1557