Saab 2006 9-2 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner’s Manual9-2XUScoverM06.fm Page 1 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 11:12 AM

4 Safety precautions when driving¢ Seatbelt and SRS airbagCarefully read the sections “Seatbelts”and “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Re-straint System airb

2-20 Keys and doorsTo close the rear liftgate, lower it slowlyand push down firmly until the latch en-gages.The rear liftgate can be lowered easily if

Keys and doors 2-212– CONTINUED –Moonroof 3The moonroof has both tilting and slidingfunctions.The moonroof operates only when the ig-nition switch is

2-22 Keys and doors¢ Sun shadeThe sun shade can be slid forward orbackward by hand while the moonroof isclosed.If the moonroof is opened, the sun shad

13Instruments and controlsIgnition switch ... 3-3LOCK ...

Instruments and controlsMirrors ... 3-24Inside mirror ...

Instruments and controls 3-33– CONTINUED –Instrumen ts and controlsIgnition switchThe ignition switch has four positions:LOCK, ACC, ON and START.NOTE

3-4 Instruments and controls“LOCK” only when the key is pushed inwhile turning it.¢ ACCIn this position the electrical accessories(radio, cigarette li

Instruments and controls 3-53¢ Key reminder chimeThe reminder chime sounds when thedriver’s door opens and the key is in the“LOCK” or “ACC” positions.

3-6 Instruments and controlsHazard warning flasherThe hazard warning flasher is used towarn other drivers when you have to parkyour vehicle under emer

Instruments and controls 3-73– CONTINUED –trip or B trip meter by pushing the knoband keep the knob pushed for more than2 seconds.NOTEIf the connectio

5– CONTINUED –¢ Child safety Never hold a child on your lap orin your arms while the vehicle ismoving. The passenger cannotprotect the child from in

3-8 Instruments and controls¢ Temperature gauge1) Normal operating rangeThe temperature gauge shows enginecoolant temperature when the ignitionswitch

Instruments and controls 3-93– CONTINUED –Warning and indicator lightsSeveral of the warning and indicator lightscome on momentarily and then go outwh

3-10 Instruments and controls¢ SRS airbag system warning lightWhen the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, the SRS airbag systemwarning lig

Instruments and controls 3-113– CONTINUED –¢ CHECK ENGINE warn-ing light/Malfunction in-dicator lampIf this light comes on steadily or blinkswhile the

3-12 Instruments and controls¢ AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (AT vehi-cles)The AT oil temperature warning lightcomes on when the ignition switch is

Instruments and controls 3-133– CONTINUED –When the battery becomes fully charged,the light will go out.¢ Brake system warning lightThis light has the

3-14 Instruments and controlsAlways make sure this light is out beforeyou start to drive.¢ All-Wheel Drive warn-ing light (AWD AT vehi-cles)The All-Wh

Instruments and controls 3-153– CONTINUED –to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, andthen turn it again to the “ON” position.¢ Cruise control set indi-cator

3-16 Instruments and controls¢ HeadlightsTo turn on the headlights, turn the knob onthe end of the turn signal lever.first positionParking lights, ins

Instruments and controls 3-173– CONTINUED –¢ Daytime running light systemq Cars with HID headlightsThe low beam headlights, tail lights, park-ing ligh

6 Carefully read the sections “Child restraintsystems”, “*SRS airbag (SupplementalRestraint System airbag)”, and “Seatbelts”in chapter 1 of this owner

3-18 Instruments and controlsturn automatically to the neutral positionwhen you release it.Illumination brightness con-trolWhen the headlight switch i

Instruments and controls 3-193lightly loaded vehicle, set the adjuster to“0”.Parking light switchThe parking light switch operates regard-less of the

3-20 Instruments and controlsWiper and washerNOTE The wiper operates only when the ig-nition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC”position. Clean your wipe

Instruments and controls 3-213– CONTINUED –results in jerky wiper operation andstreaking on the glass. If you cannotremove those streaks after operati

3-22 Instruments and controlsq Mist (for a single wipe)For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the le-ver toward you. The wipers operate untilyou releas

Instruments and controls 3-233Rear window defogger but-tonThe rear window defogger operates onlywhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” po-sition.The

3-24 Instruments and controlsWindshield wiper deicer 3The windshield wiper deicer operates onlywhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” po-sition.Befor

Instruments and controls 3-253– CONTINUED –¢ Outside mirrorsq Convex mirror (passenger side)q Remote control mirror switch1) Selection switch2) Direct

3-26 Instruments and controlsThe outside mirror defogger shares thebutton with rear window defogger.The outside mirror defogger operates onlywhen the

14Climate controlVentilation ... 4-2Air flow selection ...

7– CONTINUED –¢ Drugs and drivingIf you are taking any drugs, check withyour doctor or pharmacist or read the liter-ature that accompanies the medica

4-2 Climate controlClimate controlVentilation¢ Air flow selection400363A1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 2 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 8:37 AM

Climate control 4-34– CONTINUED –¢ Center and side ventsq Center ventsMove the tab up and down or right and leftto adjust the air flow direction.q Sid

4-4 Climate controlq Fan speed control dialThe fan operates only when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position. Thefan speed control dial is

Climate control 4-54– CONTINUED –¢ Heater operationq Defrosting or defogging the wind-shieldTo direct warm air to the windshield andfront door windows

4-6 Climate control1. Set the air inlet selection lever to the“ ” position.2. Set the air flow control dial to the“ ” position.3. Set the temperature

Climate control 4-74– CONTINUED –¢ Air conditioner operationq Cooling or dehumidifyingFor cooling and dehumidification of thepassenger compartment, pe

4-8 Climate controlturns on the air conditioner compres-sor automatically and the “A/C” indica-tor light on the control panel comes on.¢ Control panel

Climate control 4-94– CONTINUED –AUTO position and the air flow controldial in the “ ”, “ ”, or “ ” po-sition, the fan does not operate duringengine w

4-10 Climate controlOFF position (Outside Air): Outside airis drawn into the passenger compartment.Push the air inlet selection button to theOFF posit

Climate control 4-114– CONTINUED –– Do not subject the sensors to impact.– Keep water away from the sensors.– Do not cover the sensors.The sensors are

8 driving. In a collision or sudden stop, unre-strained pets or cages can be thrownaround inside the vehicle and hurt you oryour passengers. Additiona

4-12 Climate controlany problem with the air conditioning sys-tem.¢ Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loadedTo improve accele

Climate control 4-134– CONTINUED –2. Unhook the hooks of the air filter coverand remove the cover.1) Air filter element3. Draw out the air filter elem

4-14 Climate controlNOTEThe filter can influence the air condi-tioning, heating and defroster perfor-mance if not properly maintained.Contact your dea

5AudioAntenna system ... 5-2Printed antenna ... 5-2

5-2 AudioAudioAntenna system¢ Printed antennaThe antenna is printed on the inner sur-face of the rear window glass.¢ FM receptionAlthough FM is normal

Audio 5-35Audio SystemsYour Saab may be equipped with one ofthe following audio sets. See the pages in-dicated in this section for operating de-tails.

5-4 AudioAM/FM/Single-CD Audio System 3333The radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.¢ Radio operation50002

Audio 5-55– CONTINUED –modes in the following sequence startingfrom volume control mode. (When the ra-dio is first turned on, the control mode is inth

5-6 AudioDisplay Control modeTurn counterclockwise Turn clockwiseBAS Bass control For less bass sound For more bass soundTRE Treble control For less t

Audio 5-75– CONTINUED –q FM/AM selection button (FM/AM)Push the “FM/AM” button (4) when the ra-dio is off to turn on the radio.Push the “FM/AM” button

1234567891011121314Table of contentsSeat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsKeys and doorsInstruments and controlsClimate controlAudioInterior equipmentStarting

5-8 Audio¢ Compact disc player operation500024(7) (8)(11) (10)(9)(7) Eject button(8) Disc slot(9) DISC button(10) Repeat/Random button(11) Track selec

Audio 5-95– CONTINUED –NOTEAfter the last song finishes, playbackwill automatically return to track 1 (thefirst song on the disc).q To select a song f

5-10 Audio¢ CD changer control (if optional in-dash CD changer is connect-ed)An optional CD changer can be connected to this audio unit. Consult the i

Audio 5-115only by pressing the corresponding num-ber on one of the “Disc select” buttons(15). If you are to listen to the 5th disc inthe CD changer,

5-12 AudioPremium AM/FM/6-CD Audio System 3333The radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.¢ Radio operation(

Audio 5-13– CONTINUED –5Display Control modeTurn counterclockwise Turn clockwiseBASS Bass control For less bass sound For more bass soundMIDDLE Midran

5-14 Audios Tone controlThe volume control dial (8) normally func-tion as volume control. The dial becomesa control for Bass, Midrange or Treblewhen y

Audio 5-155– CONTINUED –s Seek tuningTurn the tuning knob (6) and hold it formore than a half second. Seek tuning willoperate and stop automatically o

5-16 Audio¢ Built in CD changer operation(9)(17) (16)(12)(11)(10) (13) (14) (15)500249(9) LOAD button(10) Disc slot(11) Repeat button(12) Random butto

Audio 5-175– CONTINUED –during the period. The disc will be then au-tomatically drawn in, and the player willbegin to play back the first track of the

10 Illustrated index¢ Exterior1324 51112 10 78960001701) Engine hood (page 11-4)2) Headlight switch (page 3-15)3) Replacing bulbs (page 11-44)4) Wiper

5-18 Audioq Selecting a desired track (TRACK): Skipping forward: Skipping backward: Fast-forwarding: Fast-reversings Skipping forwardTurn the “TRACK”

Audio 5-195– CONTINUED –move the disc that has been ejected, the“All disc ejection mode” will be canceled.NOTEAvoid driving the vehicle with a CDstick

5-20 Audioform inside the CD player, preventing nor-mal operation. If this happens, eject theCD and wait for the player to dry out. Skipping may occu

6Interior equipmentInterior light ... 6-2Dome light ...

6-2 Interior equipmentInterior equipm entInterior lightWhen leaving your vehicle, make sure thelight goes out to avoid battery discharge.¢ Dome lightT

Interior equipment 6-36To turn on the map light, push the switch.To turn it off, push the switch again.When leaving the vehicle, make sure thelight is

6-4 Interior equipmentStorage compartments¢ Glove box1) Lock2) UnlockTo open the glove box, pull the handle. Toclose it, push the lid firmly upward.To

Interior equipment 6-56– CONTINUED –Cup holder¢ Front passenger’s cup holderA dual cup holder is built in the center con-sole, beside the parking brak

6-6 Interior equipment¢ Use with a cigarette lighterThe cigarette lighter operates only whenthe ignition switch is in the “ON” and“ACC” positions.To u

Interior equipment 6-76If the socket has been used for electricalappliances, damage may have been doneto the internal mechanism that causes acigarette

11– CONTINUED –5443210001711) Rear window defogger button (page 3-23)2) Child safety locks (page 2-17)3) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3)4) Tie-dow

6-8 Interior equipmentFloor mat 3A retaining pin is located on the driver’sside of the vehicle next to the fuel fillerdoor release.The floor mat is se

Interior equipment 6-96– CONTINUED –Cargo area coverThe cargo area cover is provided for cov-ering the cargo area and to protect its con-tents from di

6-10 Interior equipmentThe cargo area cover can be stowed un-der the cargo floor.¢ To install the cover housing1. Pull either sleeve on the end of the

7Starting and operatingFuel ... 7-2Fuel requirements ...

7-2 Starting and operatingStarting an d operatingFuel¢ Fuel requirementsq 2.5-liter non-turbo modelsThe 2.5-liter non-turbo engine is designedto opera

Starting and operating 7-37– CONTINUED –helps keep your engine in tune and youremission control system working properly,and is a way of doing your par

7-4 Starting and operating1) Open2) Close2. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning itslowly counterclockwise.3. Stop filling the tank after the fuel fi

Starting and operating 7-57– CONTINUED –State emission testing (U.S. only)/Canadian Provincial Emission TestingAt state inspection time, remember tote

7-6 Starting and operating A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if the“CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL isnot properly operating or there is one ormore

Starting and operating 7-77– CONTINUED –If the engine does not start, try the follow-ing.1)Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”position and wait for

12 ¢ Interiorq Passenger compartment area1234560001861) Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1-29)2) Seatbelt (page 1-8)3) Moonroof (page

7-8 Starting and operating“N” position and that the parking brake isapplied.NOTEThe engine may be difficult to startwhen the battery has been disconne

Starting and operating 7-97– CONTINUED –¢ Shifting speedsq Recommended shifting speedsThe best compromise between fuel econ-omy and vehicle performanc

7-10 Starting and operatinggrade. Either of those actions may causeclutch damage.Do not drive with your hand resting on theshift lever. This may cause

Starting and operating 7-117– CONTINUED –¢ Selector lever for automatic transmission: With the brake pedal depressed, move the lever along the gate.:

7-12 Starting and operatingNOTEIf you stop the engine with the selectorlever in the “N” position, move the se-lector lever to the “P” position immedi-

Starting and operating 7-137– CONTINUED –standstill on slippery road surfaces suchas mud or snow. It will ensure greater trac-tion.q 1 (First)This pos

7-14 Starting and operating4. Insert the screwdriver into the hole.5. Push down on the screwdriver andmove the selector lever from the “P” to the“N” p

Starting and operating 7-157– CONTINUED –Power steeringThe power steering system operates onlywhen the engine is running.If you lose power steering as

7-16 Starting and operating¢ Disc brake pad wear warning indicatorsThe disc brake pad wear warning indica-tors on the disc brakes give a warningnoise

Starting and operating 7-177the ABS system being carried out anddoes not indicate any abnormal condition.¢ ABS warning lightThe ABS warning light come

13– CONTINUED –123450001871) Cup holder (page 6-5)2) Center console (page 6-4)3) Glove box (page 6-4)4) Cigarette lighter (page 6-5)5) Ashtray (page

7-18 Starting and operatingElectronic Brake Force Dis-tribution (EBD) systemThe EBD system maximizes the effective-ness of the brakes by allowing the

Starting and operating 7-197– CONTINUED –Parking your vehicle¢ Parking brakeTo set the parking brake, press the brakepedal firmly and hold it down whi

7-20 Starting and operatingWhen parking on a hill, always turn thesteering wheel. When the vehicle is head-ed up the hill, the front wheels should bet

Starting and operating 7-217– CONTINUED –Cruise controlCruise control enables you to maintain aconstant vehicle speed without holdingyour foot on the

7-22 Starting and operatingThe vehicle will maintain the desiredspeed.Vehicle speed can be temporarily in-creased while driving with the cruise con-tr

Starting and operating 7-237q To increase the speed (by accelera-tor pedal)1. Depress the accelerator pedal to accel-erate the vehicle to the desired

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8Driving tipsNew vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ... 8-2Fuel economy hints ...

8-2 Driving tipsDriving tipsNew vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)The performance and long life of your ve-hicle are dependen

Driving tips 8-38– CONTINUED –NOTEDue to the expansion and contractionof the metals used in the manufactureof the exhaust system, you may hear acrackl

In-car safetyThere is an In-car safety & Quick Reference Guide found in your car which contains some quick reference concerning safety issues.Make

14 ¢ Instrument panel76543211516 14 12 101113 9 80001881) Door locks (page 2-4)2) Outside mirror switch (page 3-25)3) Light control lever (page 3-15)4

8-4 Driving tipsPeriodic inspectionsTo keep your vehicle in the best conditionat all times, always have the recommend-ed maintenance services listed i

Driving tips 8-5Driving tips for AWD vehiclesAll-Wheel Drive distributes the enginepower to all four wheels. AWD vehiclesprovide better traction when

8-6 Driving tipsOff road drivingYour AWD vehicle is neither a convention-al off-road vehicle nor an all terrain vehi-cle. It is a passenger car design

Driving tips 8-78– CONTINUED –Keep the door locks from freezing bysquirting them with deicer or glycerin.Forcing a frozen door open may damageor separ

8-8 Driving tipsyour vehicle and the vehicle ahead of youto avoid the need for sudden braking.To supplement the foot brake, use the en-gine brake effe

Driving tips 8-98– CONTINUED –¢ Snow tiresYour vehicle may be equipped with “allseason tires” as original equipment, whichare designed to provide an a

8-10 Driving tipsrepeatedly. Do not race the engine. Forthe best possible traction, avoid spinningthe wheels when trying to free the vehicle.When the

Driving tips 8-118– CONTINUED –NOTEFor better fuel economy, do not carryunneeded cargo.¢ Vehicle capacity weightThe load capacity of your vehicle is d

8-12 Driving tipsIn addition, the total weight applied toeach axle (GAW) must never exceed theGAWR. The front and rear GAWs can beadjusted by relocati

Driving tips 8-138– CONTINUED –Trailer towingYour vehicle is designed and intended tobe used primarily as a passenger-carryingvehicle. Towing a traile

15– CONTINUED –¢ Light control and wiper control levers/switches0000201234511097112681) Parking light switch (page 3-19)2) Windshield wiper (page 3-2

8-14 Driving tipsq Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)Gross Vehicle WeightThe Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) mustnever excee

Driving tips 8-158– CONTINUED –q Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)Gross Axle WeightThe total weight applied to each axle(GAW

8-16 Driving tips1) Jack2) Bathroom scaleThe tongue load can be weighed with abathroom scale as shown in the followingillustration. When weighing the

Driving tips 8-178– CONTINUED –The use of a genuine Saab trailer hitch isrecommended. A genuine Saab hitch isavailable from your Saab dealer.If use of

8-18 Driving tipscount; however, be careful not to let themdrag on the ground.For more information about the safetychain connection, refer to the inst

Driving tips 8-198– CONTINUED –q Before starting out on a trip Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to-hitch mounting are in good condition. Ifany prob

8-20 Driving tipssteering wheel with one hand and turn it tothe left for a left turn, and turn it to the rightfor a right turn. If the ABS warning li

9In case of emergencyIf you park your vehicle in case of an emergency ... 9-2Temporary spare tire

9-2 In case of emergencyIn case of emergencyIf you park your vehicle in case of an emergencyThe hazard warning flasher should beused in day or night t

In case of emergency 9-391) Tread wear indicator bar2) Indicator location mark When the wear indicator appears on thetread, replace the tire. The te

16 ¢ Instrument cluster198 7 6324 5000172APR21ND31) Fuel gauge (page 3-7)2) Selector lever position indicator (AT) (page 3-14)3) Temperature gauge (pa

9-4 In case of emergencyFlat tiresIf you have a flat tire while driving, neverbrake suddenly; keep driving straightahead while gradually reducing spee

In case of emergency 9-59– CONTINUED –Open the lid and hang the hook providedon the under side of the lid on the rearedge of the roof to keep the lid

9-6 In case of emergency6. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheelnut wrench but do not remove the nuts.7. Place the jack under the side sill at thefron

In case of emergency 9-7912.Turn the jack handle counterclockwiseto lower the vehicle.13.Use the wheel nut wrench to securelytighten the wheel nuts to

9-8 In case of emergencyJump startingWhen your vehicle does not start due to arun down (discharged) battery, the vehiclemay be jump started by connect

In case of emergency 9-91) Booster battery2) Engine lifting bracket3421129002701)Connect one jumper cable to the pos-itive (+) terminal on the dischar

9-10 In case of emergencyEngine overheatingIf the engine overheats, safely pull off theroad and stop the vehicle in a safe place.¢ If steam is coming

In case of emergency 9-119– CONTINUED –¢ Towing and tie-down hooksThe towing hooks should be used only inan emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehiclefr

9-12 In case of emergencyTie-down hooks:1) Tie-down hook2) Towing and tie-down hook¢ Using a flat-bed truckThis is the best way to transport your veh

In case of emergency 9-139– CONTINUED –1. Check the transmission and differentialoil levels and add oil to bring it to the upperlevel if necessary.2.

17– CONTINUED –q Warning and indicator lightSymbol Name PageSeatbelt warning light 3-9SRS airbag system warning light3-10Passenger airbag ONindicator

9-14 In case of emergency3. Unlock the rear liftgate by pressing thelever inside the trim to the left.4. Open the rear liftgate from outside byraising

In case of emergency 9-159Maintenance toolsYour vehicle is equipped with the followingmaintenance tools:ScrewdriverTowing hook (eye bolt)Wheel nut wre

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10Appearance careExterior care ... 10-2Washing ...

10-2 Appearance careAppearance careExterior care¢ WashingNOTEWhen having your vehicle washed inan automatic car wash, make sure be-forehand that the c

Appearance care 10-310 If a stain will not come out easily, washby hand. Some warm water washers areof the high temperature, high pressuretype, and t

10-4 Appearance careCorrosion protectionYour Saab has been designed and built toresist corrosion. Special materials andprotective finishes have been u

Appearance care 10-510Cleaning the interiorUse a soft, damp cloth to clean the climatecontrol panel, audio equipment, instru-ment panel, center consol

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111Maintenance and serviceMaintenance schedule ... 11-3Maintenance precautions ...

18 ¢ Tire changing tools1230001731) Jack (page 9-15)2) Jack handle (page 9-15)3) Spare tire (page 9-15)A1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 18 Tuesday, Septemb

Maintenance and serviceTires and wheels ... 11-30Types of tires ...

Maintenance and service 11-311– CONTINUED –Maintenance a nd serviceMaintenance scheduleThe scheduled maintenance items re-quired to be serviced at reg

11-4 Maintenance and service¢ Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment¢ When you do checking or ser-vicing in the engine compart-ment wh

Maintenance and service 11-511– CONTINUED –3. Release the secondary hood releaselocated under the front grille by movingthe lever toward the left.Lift

11-6 Maintenance and serviceEngine compartment overview¢ Non-turbo models12 345678910111312B004641) Air cleaner element (page 11-15)2) Manual transmis

Maintenance and service 11-7– CONTINUED –11¢ Turbo models12 345678910111213B004661) Air cleaner element (page 11-15)2) Manual transmission oil level g

11-8 Maintenance and serviceEngine oil¢ Checking the oil levelCheck the engine oil level at each fuelstop.1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andst

Maintenance and service 11-911– CONTINUED –Turbo modelsNon-turbo models4. Drain out the engine oil by removingthe drain plug while the engine is still

11-10 Maintenance and serviceTurbo modelsNon-turbo models7. Remove the oil filter with an oil filterwrench.8. Before installing a new genuine Saaboil

Maintenance and service 11-1111– CONTINUED –¢ Recommended grade and viscosityOil grade:ILSAC GF-4, which can be identifiedwith the ILSAC certification

1Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsFront seats ... 1-2Fore and aft adjustment ...

11-12 Maintenance and serviceeas with very high temperatures, or usedfor heavy-duty applications such as tow-ing a trailer, use of oil with the follow

Maintenance and service 11-1311– CONTINUED –¢ Engine coolantq Checking the coolant level1) “FULL” level mark2) “LOW” level markCheck the coolant level

11-14 Maintenance and serviceon the coolant tank on top of the en-gine.4. Install the under cover.Non-turbo models1) Filler neck2) Fill up to this lev

Maintenance and service 11-1511– CONTINUED –6. Pour the coolant and fill to the reservoirtank’s “FULL” level mark.7. Put the radiator cap back on and

11-16 Maintenance and service¢ Replacing the air cleaner ele-mentq Turbo models1. Unsnap the two clamps holding the aircleaner case cover.1) Air clean

Maintenance and service 11-1711– CONTINUED –q Non-turbo models1. Unsnap the two clamps holding the aircleaner case cover.2. Push the air cleaner case

11-18 Maintenance and serviceSpark plugsIt may be difficult to replace the sparkplugs. It is recommended that you havethe spark plugs replaced by your

Maintenance and service 11-1911– CONTINUED –in (mm)Manual transmission oil¢ Checking the oil levelNon-turbo model1) Yellow handleTurbo model1. Park th

11-20 Maintenance and service1) Upper level2) Lower level3. Pull out the dipstick again and checkthe oil level on it. If it is below the lowerlevel, a

Maintenance and service 11-2111– CONTINUED –up to normal operating temperature; 158to 176°F (70 to 80°C) is normal.2. Park the vehicle on a level surf

1-2 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsSeat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsFront seats Never adjust the seat while driv-ing to avoid the possibility of lossof v

11-22 Maintenance and serviceFront differential gear oil (AT vehicles)¢ Checking the oil level1) Yellow handle1. Park the vehicle on a level surface a

Maintenance and service 11-2311– CONTINUED –Rear differential gear oil¢ Checking the gear oil levelYour vehicle may be equipped with a reardifferentia

11-24 Maintenance and serviceSAE viscosity no. and applicable tem-peraturePower steering fluid¢ Checking the fluid level1) Reservoir tankThe power ste

Maintenance and service 11-2511– CONTINUED –¢ Recommended fluid“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmis-sion FluidBrake fluid¢ Checking the fluid level1)

11-26 Maintenance and service¢ Recommended brake fluidFMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4brake fluidClutch fluid (MT vehicles)¢ Checking the fluid lev

Maintenance and service 11-2711– CONTINUED –¢ Recommended clutch fluidFMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or 4 brake flu-idBrake boosterIf the brake booster do

11-28 Maintenance and service¢ Checking the brake pedal re-serve distance1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)Depress the pedal with a force of approxi-mately

Maintenance and service 11-2911– CONTINUED –Replacement of brake pad and liningThe right front disc brake and the right reardisc brake have audible we

11-30 Maintenance and serviceParking brake strokeCheck the parking brake stroke accordingto the maintenance schedule in the “SaabWarranty and Service

Maintenance and service 11-3111– CONTINUED –pressed against the curb when youpark the vehicle. If you feel unusual vibration whiledriving or find it

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-31– CONTINUED –¢ Fore and aft adjustmentPull the lever upward and slide the seat tothe desired position. Then release

11-32 Maintenance and service Abnormally low tire pressure (treadworn at shoulders)Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con-sumption is also higher.

Maintenance and service 11-3311– CONTINUED –Contact your Saab dealer if you noticeabnormal tire wear.*: The suspension system is designed to holdeach

11-34 Maintenance and servicebel and to have a speed symbol and loadindex matching those shown on the tire la-bel.Using tires of a non-specified size

Maintenance and service 11-3511– CONTINUED –NOTEWhen any of the wheels is removedand replaced for tire rotation or tochange a flat tire, always check

11-36 Maintenance and serviceWasher fluid level gaugeRemove the washer tank filler cap, thencheck the fluid level indicated by the levelgauge (attache

Maintenance and service 11-3711– CONTINUED –1) Stopper2. Remove the wiper blade assembly byholding its pivot area and pushing it in thedirection shown

11-38 Maintenance and service3. Align the claws of the metal supportwith the grooves in the rubber and slidethe blade rubber assembly into the metalsu

Maintenance and service 11-3911– CONTINUED –2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out ofthe plastic support.1) Metal spines3. If the new blade rubber is n

11-40 Maintenance and serviceBattery1) Cap2) Upper level3) Lower levelIt is unnecessary to periodically check thebattery fluid level or periodically r

Maintenance and service 11-4111– CONTINUED –FusesThe fuses are designed to melt during anoverload to prevent damage to the wiringharness and electrica

1-4 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags¢ Seat cushion height adjust-ment (driver’s seat)1) When the lever is pushed down, the seat is lowered.2) When the l

11-42 Maintenance and service1) Good2) BlownIf any lights, accessories or other electri-cal controls do not operate, inspect thecorresponding fuse. If

Maintenance and service 11-4311– CONTINUED –Installation of accessoriesAlways consult your Saab dealer beforeinstalling fog lights or any other electr

11-44 Maintenance and serviceReplacing bulbs45876 121314123 9 10 11B00482A1910BE-A-GSAAB.book Page 44 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 8:37 AM

Maintenance and service 11-45– CONTINUED –11Wattage Bulb No.1) Low beam head lightPremium Package vehicles12V-35W D2ROthers 12V-55W H12) High beam hea

11-46 Maintenance and service¢ HID headlight bulbs 3 ¢ Halogen headlight bulbs 3NOTE If headlight aiming is required, con-sult your Saab dealer for p

Maintenance and service 11-4711– CONTINUED –1. Remove the air intake duct mountingbolt, then remove the air intake duct.2. Remove the bulb cover by tu

11-48 Maintenance and service2. Remove the electrical connector fromthe bulb.3. Replace the bulb with a new one.4. Reconnect the electrical connector.

Maintenance and service 11-4911– CONTINUED –3. Hold the end of the parking light and re-move the parking light.4. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Ins

11-50 Maintenance and service1) Front side marker light2) Front turn signal light4. Lift the undercover. Insert your handunder the undercover and feel

Maintenance and service 11-5111– CONTINUED –2. Remove the side cover.3. Remove the upper and lower bolts.Then, slide the rear combination lamp as-semb

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-51– CONTINUED –Seat heater 3Driver’s side1) HI – Rapid heating2) LO – Normal heatingFront passenger’s side1) HI – Rap

11-52 Maintenance and service¢ License plate light1. Remove the mounting screws using aPhillips screwdriver.2. Remove the cover and lens.3. Pull the b

12SpecificationsSpecifications ... 12-2Dimensions ...

12-2 SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsThese specifications are subject to change without notice.¢ Dimensionsin (mm)*1: Measured with vehicle

Specifications 12-3– CONTINUED –12¢ Engine¢ Electrical systemAT: Automatic transmissionMT: Manual transmissionEngine model EJ253 (2.5-liter, SOHC, non

12-4 Specifications¢ CapacitiesAT: Automatic transmissionMT: Manual transmission¢ TiresFuel tank 15.9 US gal (60 liters)Engine oil 4.2 US qt (4.0 lite

Specifications 12-512NOTEAdjust the tire pressure to 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2) when driving the vehicle with five people and cargo inside and atsp

12-6 SpecificationsFuses and circuits¢ Fuse panel located behind the coin tray 1234567891011121413 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23C00000Fuse panel Fuse rati

Specifications 12-7– CONTINUED –1215 30A  Windshield wiper and washer16 20A  Brake light17 15A  Air conditioner18 15A  Backup light Cruise contro

12-8 Specifications¢ Fuse panel located in the engine compartmentA) FWD socket (AT models except Turbo)B) Main fuse C) Engine sensor (Non-turbo models

Specifications 12-912Bulb chartDescription Wattage Bulb typeHeadlightPremium Package vehiclesLow beam 12V-35W D2RHigh beam 12V-60W 9005 (HB3)Except Pr

Fuel octane ratingThis octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Inde

1-6 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsNOTEUse of the seat heater for a long periodof time while the engine is not runningcan cause the battery to discharg

12-10 SpecificationsVehicle identificationC001094675123891) Vehicle identification number2) Vacuum hose connections label/Emission control label3) Tir

113Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsTire information ... 13-2Tire labeling ...

13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsConsumer inf ormation and Re porting safety d efectsFor U.S.A.The following information has been

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-313– CONTINUED –which specifies the maximum load atire can carry at the speed indicatedby its spe

13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectss Construction typeApplicable construction of this tire. For example, “TUBELESS STEELBELTED RADI

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-5– CONTINUED –13¢ Recommended tire inflation pressureq Recommended cold tire inflation pressureRe

13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsq Vehicle labelThe vehicle label is affixed to the driv-er’s side B-pillar (US).On Canadian vehi

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-713– CONTINUED – Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressureto which a tire ma

13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsinvolves switching the front and reartires on the right-hand side of the ve-hicle and similarly

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-913– CONTINUED –2. Calculate the available load capac-ity by subtracting the total weight fromthe

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-71– CONTINUED –q Rear windows side seating positionTo raise the head restraint, pull it up.To lower it, push the head

13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectson the vehicle label with the statement“The combined weight of occupantsand cargo should never

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-1113– CONTINUED –capacity weight by 32 lbs (15 kg), sothe cargo weight must be reduced by32 lbs (

13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsferred to your vehicle. Consult thismanual to determine how this reduc-es the available cargo a

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-1313– CONTINUED –¢ Temperature A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, repres

13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsReporting safety defects to the Canadian governmentIf you live in Canada, and believe thatyour

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14-2 IndexAABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ... 7-16Warning light ...

Index 14-314CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ... 3-11

14-4 IndexElectronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ... 7-18Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ... 1-10En

Index 14-514JJack and jack handle ... 9-15Jump starting ...

1-8 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags1. Lower the head restraints.2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the re-lease knob and then fold the seatbackdown.To r

14-6 IndexPowerDoor locking switches ... 2-6Steering ...

Index 14-714Speedometer ... 3-6SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)

14-8 IndexOil pressure ... 3-11Seatbelt ...

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-91– CONTINUED –Your vehicle is equipped with a crashsensing and diagnostic module, which willrecord the use of the se

1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsq Expectant mothersExpectant mothers also need to use theseatbelts. They should consult their doctorfor specific re

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-111– CONTINUED –NOTE If the driver unfastens the seatbelt af-ter fastening, the seatbelt warning de-vice operates as

1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsq Front seatbelts1. Adjust the seat position:Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to theupright position. Move the se

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-131– CONTINUED –s Unfastening the seatbeltPush the button on the buckle.Before closing the door, make sure thatthe be

1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagss Adjusting the rear seat shoulder belt anchor height (window-side seating positions only)The shoulder belt anchor

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-151– CONTINUED –1. Remove the tongue plate from the beltholder located under the right rear quarterglass and pull out

Saab Automobile AB, Trollhättan, SwedenUS/CA MY2006 Ordering nr. 80 33 46.Printed in Sweden on chlorine-free paper 2005-09.© Copyright Saab Automobile

1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags3. After confirming that the webbing is nottwisted, insert the connector (tongue) at-tached at the webbing end into

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-171– CONTINUED –1. Insert a key or other hard pointed ob-ject into the slot in the connector (buckle)on the right-han

1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsSeatbelt extenderIf the front seatbelts are not long enoughto permit the tongue plate to engage withthe seatbelt bu

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-191– CONTINUED –Front seatbelt pretensionersThe driver’s and front passenger’s seat-belts have a seatbelt pretensione

1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags¢ System monitorsA diagnostic system continually monitorsthe readiness of the seatbelt pretensionerwhile the vehicl

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-211– CONTINUED –¢ System servicingNOTEIf the front part of the vehicle is dam-aged in an accident to the extent thatt

1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsChild restraint systemsInfants and small children should alwaysbe placed in an infant or child restraintsystem in t

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-231– CONTINUED –¢ Where to place a child re-straint systemThe following are Saab’s recommenda-tions on where to place

1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags¢ Choosing a child restraint systemChoose a child restraint system that is ap-propriate for the child’s age and siz

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-251– CONTINUED –¢ Installing child restraint sys-tems with A/ELR seatbeltq Installing a rearward facing child re-stra

IntroductionThis manual provides practical guidanceon driving and caring for your Saab 9-2X. Although this manual describes the mostimportant differen

1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags6. Push and pull the child restraint systemforward and from side to side to check if itis firmly secured. Sometimes

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-271– CONTINUED –4. Take up the slack in the lap belt.5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the re-tractor to change the

1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagspress the release button on the seatbeltbuckle and allow the belt to retract com-pletely. The belt will return to t

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-291– CONTINUED –¢ Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)Some types of

1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagses are sometimes referred to as theLATCH system (Lower Anchors and Teth-ers for CHildren).Your vehicle is equipped

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-311– CONTINUED –1. Use the “ ” marks to locate the twolower anchorages (bars) for the positionwhere you want to insta

1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsstructions by the child restraint systemmanufacturer.Since a top tether can provide additionalstability by offering

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-331– CONTINUED –2. (For both window-side seating posi-tions) Remove the cap from the anchor fit-ting cover by prying

1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsand precautions concerning the seatbeltpretensioner, see the “Front seatbelt pre-tensioners” section in this chapte

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-351– CONTINUED –NOTEWhen you sell your vehicle, we urgeyou to explain to the buyer that it isequipped with SRS airbag

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1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 12345614152019811171897101216131007011) Airbag control module (including im-pact sensors)2) Frontal airbag module

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-371– CONTINUED –¢ Saab advanced frontal airbag systemYour vehicle is equipped with a Saab ad-vanced frontal airbag sy

1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsNever hold a child on your lap or inyour arms. The SRS airbag deployswith considerable force and can in-jure or eve

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-391– CONTINUED –q Driver’s SRS frontal airbagThe driver’s SRS frontal airbag uses adual stage inflator. The inflator

1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsfront passenger’s seat such as by kicking. Do not spill liquid on the front passen-ger’s seat. If liquid is spille

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-411– CONTINUED –q Conditions in which front passen-ger’s SRS frontal airbag is not acti-vatedThe front passenger’s SR

1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsIf still the ON indicator remains illuminatedwhile the OFF indicator extinguishes, takethe following actions. Ensu

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-431– CONTINUED –correctly fasten the seatbelt, position his/her legs out forward, and adjust the seatto the rearmost

1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsq OperationA) Driver’s sideB) Passenger’s side1) SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs.2) After deployme

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-451– CONTINUED –case of the front passenger’s SRS frontalairbag. After deployment, the SRS airbagimmediately starts t

1– CONTINUED –WarrantiesWarranties for U.S.A.All Saab vehicles distributed by Saab ofAmerica, Inc. and sold at retail by an au-thorized Saab dealer i

1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagss Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the driv-er’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-471– CONTINUED –might not necessarily require deploymentof driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’sSRS frontal airbag(

1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags¢ SRS side airbagThe SRS side airbag is stored in the doorside of each front seat seatback, whichbears an “SRS AIRB

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-491– CONTINUED –100166100167Never allow a child to kneel on thefront passenger’s seat facing theside window or to wra

1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsq Operation1) SRS side airbag deploys as soon as a collision occurs.2) SRS side airbag protects the front pas-senge

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-511– CONTINUED –The SRS side airbag is designed to de-ploy in the event of an accident involving amoderate to severe

1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagss Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to deploy.123451007151) The vehicle i

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-531– CONTINUED –s Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag will ba-sically not deploy.1) The v

1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Side airbag sensor (Center pillar right-hand side) Side airbag sensor (Center pillar left-hand side) Side airba

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-551– CONTINUED –In the event that the SRS airbag is de-ployed, replacement of the systemshould be performed only by a

2 Chapter 5: AudioThis chapter informs you how to operateyour audio system.Chapter 6: Interior equipmentThis chapter informs you how to operateinterio

1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbagsAlways consult your Saab dealer if youwant to install any accessory parts on yourvehicle. Installation of addition

2Keys and doorsKeys ... 2-2Key number ...

2-2 Keys and doorsKeys and doorsKeysTurbo models1) Master key2) Submaster key3) Valet key4) Key number plate5) Security ID plateNon-turbo models1) Mas

Keys and doors 2-32– CONTINUED –Immobilizer (Turbo models)The immobilizer system is designed toprevent an unauthorized person fromstarting the engine.

2-4 Keys and doorsequipped with an immobilizer system. Itbegins flashing (approximately once everythree seconds) approximately 60 secondsafter the ign

Keys and doors 2-521) Rotate the lock lever rearward.2) Close the door.To lock the door from the outside withoutthe key, rotate the lock lever rearwar

2-6 Keys and doorsPower door locking switches1) Lock2) UnlockAll doors and the rear liftgate can belocked and unlocked by the power doorlocking switch

Keys and doors 2-72– CONTINUED –Remote keyless entry sys-temTwo transmitters are provided for your ve-hicle.The remote keyless entry system has thefol

2-8 Keys and doorsIf any of the doors is not fully closed, anelectronic chirp will sound five times andthe turn signal lights will flash five times to

Keys and doors 2-92– CONTINUED –side of the power door locking switch,close the driver’s door once within 10 sec-onds after Step 4.6. The turn signal

3Vehicle symbolsThere are some of the symbols you maysee on your vehicle.Symbol NameCAUTIONPower door lock and unlockPassenger’s windows lock and unl

2-10 Keys and doors¢ Replacing lost transmittersIf you lose a transmitter or want to pur-chase additional transmitters (up to fourcan be programmed),

Keys and doors 2-112– CONTINUED –1) ON2) LOCK2)Insert the key into the ignition switch,then turn it from the “LOCK” position tothe “ON” position 10 ti

2-12 Keys and doorsnumber, push the unlock side of the lockswitch within five seconds. NOTE An electronic tone will sound. If you push the unlock si

Keys and doors 2-132– CONTINUED –Alarm systemThe alarm system helps to protect yourvehicle and valuables from theft. The hornsounds and the turn signa

2-14 Keys and doors: Press to Arm the system.: Press to Disarm the system.Security indicator light6. Briefly press the “ ” button (for lessthan two se

Keys and doors 2-152– CONTINUED – The 30-second standby time can beeliminated if you prefer. Have it per-formed by your Saab dealer. The system is i

2-16 Keys and doorsq Arming the system 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” po-sition.1) ON2) LOCK2. Turn the ignition switch from “ON” to“LOCK” po

Keys and doors 2-172– CONTINUED –ings will recur each time the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position.Rearming the alarm system cancelsthe flas

2-18 Keys and doorsq Driver’s side switches1) Lock switch2) For driver’s window (with one-touch auto down feature)3) For front passenger’s window4) Fo

Keys and doors 2-192– CONTINUED –s Locking the passengers’ windows1) Lock2) UnlockTo lock the passengers’ windows, pushthe lock switch. When the lock