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Your vehicle has roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System on page 1-52. Roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate during a rollover. Roof-rail airbags will inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed threshold level. The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design. Roof-rail airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal impacts, near-frontal impacts, or rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags will deploy when either side of the vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. For roof-rail airbags, deployment is determined by the location and severity of the side impact. In a rollover event, roof-rail airbag deployment is determined by the direction of the roll. What Makes an Airbag Inflate? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with roof-rail airbags, there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle, near the side windows that have occupant seating positions. How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. Roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's upper body. 1-57

Section	Page
2009 Saab 9-7X BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint System	5
Front Seats	6
Power Seats	6
Power Lumbar	6
Heated Seats	7
Memory Seat	7
Power Reclining Seatbacks	9
Head Restraints	11
Rear Seats	12
Rear Seat Operation	12
Safety Belts	14
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	14
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	19
Lap-Shoulder Belt	27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	31
Safety Belt Extender	32
Child Restraints	32
Older Children	32
Infants and Young Children	35
Child Restraint Systems	39
Where to Put the Restraint	42
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	43
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position	52
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	52
Airbag System	56
Where Are the Airbags?	58
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	60
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	61
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	61
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	62
Passenger Sensing System	63
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	68
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	69
Restraint System Check	70
Checking the Restraint Systems	70
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	71
Features and Controls	73
Keys	75
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	76
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	77
Doors and Locks	79
Door Locks	79
Power Door Locks	80
Delayed Locking	80
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	81
Rear Door Security Locks	83
Lockout Protection	83
Liftgate/Liftglass	84
Windows	85
Power Windows	86
Sun Visors	87
Theft-Deterrent Systems	88
Content Theft-Deterrent	88
PASS-Key® III Electronic Immobilizer	89
PASS-Key® III Electronic Immobilizer Operation	90
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	91
New Vehicle Break-In	91
Ignition Positions	92
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	93
Starting the Engine	93
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	94
Engine Coolant Heater	95
Active Fuel Management™	96
Automatic Transmission Operation	96
Parking Brake	99
Shifting Into Park	100
Shifting Out of Park	101
Parking Over Things That Burn	102
Engine Exhaust	102
Running the Vehicle While Parked	103
Mirrors	104
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	104
Compass	104
Outside Power Mirrors	106
Outside Convex Mirror	106
Outside Heated Mirrors	106
OnStar® System	107
Universal Home Remote System	110
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With One Triangular LED)	111
Storage Areas	115
Glove Box	115
Cupholders	115
Overhead Console	116
Center Console Storage	116
Luggage Carrier	116
Rear Floor Storage Cover	117
Cargo Cover	118
Cargo Tie Downs	119
Moonroof	119
Instrument Panel	121
Instrument Panel Overview	124
Hazard Warning Flashers	126
Horn	126
Tilt Wheel	126
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	126
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	127
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	127
Flash-to-Pass	128
Windshield Wipers	128
Windshield Washer	129
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	129
Headlamp Washer	130
Cruise Control	130
Headlamps	133
Headlamps on Reminder	134
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	134
Automatic Headlamp System	134
Fog Lamps	135
Instrument Panel Brightness	136
Dome Lamps	136
Dome Lamp Override	136
Entry Lighting	136
Exit Lighting	137
Reading Lamps	137
Electric Power Management	137
Battery Run-Down Protection	138
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	138
Climate Controls	139
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	139
Outlet Adjustment	143
Rear Climate Control System	143
Climate Controls Personalization	144
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	144
Instrument Panel Cluster	145
Speedometer and Odometer	146
Trip Odometer	146
Tachometer	146
Safety Belt Reminders	147
Airbag Readiness Light	148
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	149
Charging System Light	150
Voltmeter Gage	150
Brake System Warning Light	151
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	152
StabiliTrak® Service Light	152
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	153
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	153
Tire Pressure Light	154
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	154
Oil Pressure Gage	157
Security Light	158
Cruise Control Light	158
Reduced Engine Power Light	159
Highbeam On Light	159
Service All-Wheel Drive Light	160
Check Gages Warning Light	160
Gate Ajar Light	160
Fuel Gage	161
Low Fuel Warning Light	161
Check Gas Cap Light	161
Driver Information Center (DIC)	162
DIC Operation and Displays	162
DIC Warnings and Messages	165
DIC Vehicle Customization	171
Audio System(s)	177
Setting the Clock	177
Radio(s)	178
Using an MP3	188
XM Radio Messages	192
Navigation/Radio System	194
Bluetooth®	194
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System	204
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	215
Theft-Deterrent Feature	217
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	217
Radio Reception	218
Fixed Mast Antenna	219
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	219
Driving Your Vehicle	221
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	222
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	222
Defensive Driving	222
Drunk Driving	223
Control of a Vehicle	223
Braking	224
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	225
Braking in Emergencies	226
StabiliTrak® System	226
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	230
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	230
Steering	230
Off-Road Recovery	232
Passing	232
Loss of Control	232
Off-Road Driving	233
Driving at Night	234
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	235
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	236
Highway Hypnosis	236
Hill and Mountain Roads	237
Winter Driving	238
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	240
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	241
Loading the Vehicle	241
Towing	247
Towing Your Vehicle	247
Recreational Vehicle Towing	248
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System	248
Towing a Trailer	249
Service and Appearance Care	261
Service	263
Accessories and Modifications	263
California Proposition 65 Warning	263
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	263
Doing Your Own Service Work	264
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	265
Fuel	265
Gasoline Octane	265
Gasoline Specifications	265
California Fuel	266
Additives	266
Fuels in Foreign Countries	267
Filling the Tank	268
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	270
Checking Things Under the Hood	270
Hood Release	271
Engine Compartment Overview	272
Engine Oil	278
Engine Oil Life System	282
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	284
Automatic Transmission Fluid	285
Cooling System	289
Engine Coolant	290
Radiator Pressure Cap	294
Engine Overheating	294
Engine Fan Noise	296
Power Steering Fluid	297
Windshield Washer Fluid	298
Brakes	299
Battery	302
Jump Starting	303
All-Wheel Drive	307
Rear Axle	308
Front Axle	309
Headlamp Aiming	310
Bulb Replacement	310
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	310
Halogen Bulbs	311
Headlamps	311
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps	313
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	313
License Plate Lamp	315
Replacement Bulbs	315
Windshield Replacement	316
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	316
Tires	319
Tire Sidewall Labeling	320
Tire Terminology and Definitions	322
Inflation - Tire Pressure	325
High-Speed Operation	326
Tire Pressure Monitor System	327
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	329
Tire Inspection and Rotation	332
When It Is Time for New Tires	333
Buying New Tires	334
Different Size Tires and Wheels	336
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	336
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	338
Wheel Replacement	339
Tire Chains	340
If a Tire Goes Flat	341
Changing a Flat Tire	342
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	343
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	346
Secondary Latch System	351
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	354
Spare Tire	357
Appearance Care	357
Interior Cleaning	357
Fabric/Carpet	359
Leather	359
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	360
Care of Safety Belts	360
Weatherstrips	360
Washing Your Vehicle	361
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	361
Finish Care	362
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	362
Aluminum Wheels	363
Tires	364
Sheet Metal Damage	364
Finish Damage	364
Underbody Maintenance	364
Chemical Paint Spotting	364
Vehicle Identification	365
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	365
Service Parts Identification Label	365
Electrical System	366
Add-On Electrical Equipment	366
Headlamps	366
Windshield Wiper Fuses	366
Power Windows and Other Power Options	366
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	367
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	367
Rear Underseat Fuse Block	370
Capacities and Specifications	373
Maintenance Schedule	375
Maintenance Schedule	376
Introduction	376
Maintenance Requirements	376
Your Vehicle and the Environment	376
Using the Maintenance Schedule	376
Scheduled Maintenance	378
Additional Required Services	380
Maintenance Footnotes	381
Owner Checks and Services	382
At Each Fuel Fill	383
At Least Once a Month	383
At Least Once a Year	384
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	386
Maintenance Replacement Parts	388
Engine Drive Belt Routing	389
Maintenance Record	390
Customer Assistance Information	393
Customer Assistance and Information	394
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	394
Online Owner Center	397
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	398
Customer Assistance Offices	398
Roadside Assistance Program	398
Scheduling Service Appointments	400
Courtesy Transportation	401
Collision Damage Repair	402
Reporting Safety Defects	405
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	405
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	406
Reporting Safety Defects to Saab	406
Service Publications Ordering Information	406
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	407
Event Data Recorders	408
OnStar®	409
Navigation System	409
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	409

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Your vehicle has roof-rail airbags. See

Airbag System

on page 1-52

. Roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in

moderate to severe side crashes. In addition, these

roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate during a rollover.

Roof-rail airbags will inflate if the crash severity is

above the system’s designed threshold level. The

threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design.

Roof-rail airbags are not intended to inflate in frontal

impacts, near-frontal impacts, or rear impacts.

Both roof-rail airbags will deploy when either side of the

vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts

that the vehicle is about to roll over.

In any particular crash, no one can say whether an

airbag should have inflated simply because of the

damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs

were. For frontal airbags, inflation is determined by

what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how

quickly the vehicle slows down. For roof-rail airbags,

deployment is determined by the location and severity of

the side impact. In a rollover event, roof-rail airbag

deployment is determined by the direction of the roll.

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?

In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an

electrical signal triggering a release of gas from

the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag

causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy.

The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part

of the airbag module.

Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering

wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with roof-rail

airbags, there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the

vehicle, near the side windows that have occupant

seating positions.

How Does an Airbag Restrain?

In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,

even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel

or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side

collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside

of the vehicle.

Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety

belts. Frontal airbags distribute the force of the

impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body,

stopping the occupant more gradually. Roof-rail airbags

distribute the force of the impact more evenly over

the occupant’s upper body.

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