In-car safety &Quick Reference Guide

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In-car safety

Safety BeltsSafety belts are the single most effective safety devices in your vehicle. DO NOT let anybody, including rear seat passengers, ride in the vehicle without buckling their safety belts, or child safety seats.To wear the safety belt properly (for adults only):1 Close and lock the door.2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight.3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt

across you.4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it

clicks.5 Check that the belt fits snugly. The lap part

of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. The shoul-der belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt.

Note: The following is an overview of your vehicle safety features and is not intended to replace the specific instructions found in your vehicle Owner Manual. Please read your Owner Manual for complete details about your vehicle safety features.

FASTEN BELTS

Safety belts are the single most effective safety devices in your car. DO NOT let anyone, includ-ing rear seat passengers, ride in the car without being buckled up.

Grasp the belt, pull it out and allow the slack to be taken up by the reel. The belt must be well in on the shoulder.

Front seat Rear seat, Sedan

Rear seat, SportCombi

Adjust the head restraint so that it provides the best possible support for your head.

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Do not use mobile phone while driving. If you are an OnStar subscriber, you may press the blue button to connect you with an OnStar Advi-sor (if equipped). The red button is an emer-gency button.

Children from 3-12 years -15-36 kg/33-80 lbs, shorter than 140 cm (56 inches) - should be seated in separate child seats or on booster cushions. Ensure that the child is seated as far back as possible. Check that the belt is fastened and that it fits snugly, low across the hips and well in on the shoulder.

NEVER fit a child seat in front of the passenger AIRBAG. DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Children under 13 years of age or shorter than 140 cm (56 inches) should travel in the rear seat. Do not put objects between the airbags and occupants.

Correct seat position-ing is vital for your safety. Sit in an upright position and not too close to the instrument panel.

ALWAYS move the driver’s seat as far rear-wards as practically possible for maximum safety and control. The airbag needs space to inflate.When the airbag is activated, all of the doors are unlocked while the interior/exterior lighting and the hazard warning lights are illuminated at the same time

LATCH (Lower Anchorages & Top tethers for Children) consists of two types of attachments for child restraints in the rear seat, the lower anchorages and the top tether. The lower anchorages are two rigid bars located in the seat bight.

Position the rear view mirrors prior to driving, for best field of view.

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If trapped within the trunk, you may pull the trunk release handle to open the trunk lid.

ALWAYS secure heavy, bulky loads to the lash-ing eyes in the luggage compartment. Place the load as low and as far forward as possible against the rear seat backrest. The floor and side nets should only be used to secure light objects.SportCombi: NEVER stack loads above the edge of the back rest unless a cargo net or cargo grille is being used.

Children from 0-3 years (0-18 kg/0-40 lbs) must ALWAYS ride in an appropriate child seat. Make sure that the child seat is securely mounted, according to the manufactures instructions. Saab recommends rearward facing child restraints.National and/or regional laws regarding use of child restraints and their attachments may apply. Always follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.

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If you have to put a load on a seat, secure it prop-erly with the safety belt. NEVER use the parcel shelf for storage and NEVER place unsecured luggage on the rear seat.

1 Light switches

2 Traction Control/Electronic Stability Program,OFF

3 High/Low beam/ Direction indicators/Cruise Control

4 Trip computer SID

5 Wipers/Washers

6 Audio system

7 Hazard warning lights

8 Passenger airbag

9 Climate control system

10 Ignition lock.To remove the key:Manual gearbox: Gear lever in R position.Automatic transmission must be in park.

11 Electric window

12 Electrically heated front seats

13 Steering wheel adjustment

14 Hood release handle

The purpose of this Quick Reference Guide is to give You a quick overview of some important features in the car.

3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options or accessories).

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Cruise controlThe light comes on when the system is engaged.

Electronic Stability Program active (ESP)This light comes on whenever Elec-tronic Stability Program is active.

Electronic Stability Program OFF (ESP) This light goes on when Electronic Stability Program is switched off with the ESP button.

Rear fog lightThis light indicates when the rear fog light is on.

High beamThis light shows when the high beam is on.

Indicator, open doorIndicates which door (or tailgate) is open.

Automatic tire pressure monitoring 3The tire pressure has decreased by 5,8 psi (40 kPa) or more below the rec-ommended pressure or a fault has occured.

Brake warning* This light indicates when the brake fluid level is too low.

HandbrakeThis light comes on when the parking brake is applied.

ABS warning*This warning light illuminates when a fault arises in the antilock system.

Airbag*This light comes on if a potentially seri-ous fault has occured in the airbag system.

SPORT mode IndicatorOn cars with automatic transmission, the indicator light comes on when the S (sport) button on the selector lever has been pressed (position N or D). In this mode, the gear changes occur later, at higher engine revs, giving the engine and transmission a sportier feel.Note: This mode is deselected auto-

matically when the lever is moved to P, R, M or L

* Contact a dealer as soon as possible. We recom-mend that you contact your Saab dealer.

Instrument and controls

(US speedometer shown)

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Warning, charging*This light will come on if the battery is discharging. If it comes on while driv-ing, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine.

Oil pressure warning*This light will come on if the engine oil pressure is too low.

Gear selector indicator, automatic transmissionGear selected manually.

Engine malfunction*This light indicates a malfunction in the fuel or ignition system.

Automatic transmission, fault indicator*On a car with automatic transmission, this warning symbol is illuminated if a fault has been detected in the transmis-sion.

Xenon headlight fault indicator*This light indicates that there is a fault in the Xenon head-light system, which consists of xenon headlights and auto-matic levelling system. If a fault arises in the Xenon headlight system, the headlights will automatically be angled down.

Remaining fuelThis light comes on when there is less than about 2.5 gallons (10 litre) of fuel in the tank.

* Contact a dealer as soon as possible. We recom-mend that you contact your Saab dealer.

Light switches

See your Owner’s Manual, section Instruments and controls).

Daytime running lights

Parking lights

Headlights

Rear fog lights

Wipers

0 OFF1 Intermittent/rain sensor wiping2 Low speed3 High speed4 Washers (pull the lever to the steering wheel)5 Sets wiper delay/rain sensor sensitivity

upper position: long delay/high sensitivitylower position: short interval/low sensitivity

6 Rear window wiper (SportCombi)

Rainsensor 3: If the engine is switched off, the stalk switch must be moved to (0) and back to (1) to reactivate the rain sensor.

(See Owner’s Manual, section Instruments and controls).

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Cruise Control/Direction Indicators

1 Engage/disengage (ON/OFF)Temporarily disengage (CANCEL)Re-engage/reduce set speed (RESUME/-)

2 Set speed (SET/+)Increase set speed (SET/+)

3 Direction indicators

To engage the cruise control system Slide the control to the left (1). The indicator lamp on the instrument panel will light.

To set the speed When the car is travelling at the desired speed, press the SET/+ button (2).

To disengage the cruise control system The system can be disengaged in several ways:

• Depress the brake pedal or clutch pedal.• Slide the control (1) to CANCEL.• Set the control (1) in the OFF position.Cruise control is disengaged if the ESP system is operative for more than 1 second.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Can I disengage the cruise control temporarily?Yes. Slide the control (1) slightly to the left and release it.

Can I increase speed temporarily? Yes. Accelerate, without changing down a gear (manual transmission), for example to overtake. When you release the accelerator, the car will return to the set speed.

Can I increase the set speed without restarting the system?Yes, in several ways:

• Accelerate to the desired speed. Then press SET/+ (2).

• Press SET/+ (2). The speed increases by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) for each press.

• Press and hold SET/+ (2) until the desired speed is reached.

Can I decrease the set speed without restarting the system? Yes, in several ways:

• Brake to the desired speed. Then pressSET/+ (2).

• Jog the control (1) to the right (RESUME/-). The speed will decrease by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Repeat if you wish to reduce speed further.

• Hold the control (1) in the RESUME/- position until the desired speed is reached.

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

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Audio System

1 Information on MP3 disc or radio text2 Tone and speaker settings/change CD track or

MP3 file/manual station search3 Select the settings menu4 Select page with favorite radio stations5 Menu buttons6 No function on US-/CA-cars7 Select XMTM 3 program type 8 Load CD or MP3 disc (only with CD changer

installed)9 Eject CD or MP3 disc

10 Activate radioChange frequency band

11 Automatic tuningChange track/file on CD or MP3 disc

12 Automatic tuningChange track/file on CD or MP3 disc

13 (Press) On/Off(Turn) Volume

14 Manual tuningRapid play of track/file on CD or MP3 disc

15 Manual tuningRapid play of track/file on CD or MP3 disc

16 Activate CD media or portable player (AUX input)

Switching on the system• Press the ON/OFF button (13).

Manual tone and speaker settings

• Press the tone control knob (2) to show the settings menu.

• Select settings options with one of the menu buttons (5).

• Adjust the settings with the tone control knob (2).

Centering tone and speaker settingsHold the tone control knob (2) depressed until a chime sounds to center all tone and speaker settings.

Automatic tone setting

• Press the tone control knob (2) to show the settings menu.

• Press the menu button (5) for the menu option Auto EQ.

• Select required tone setting with one of the menu buttons (5).

Switching on the radio• Press the RADIO BAND button (10).• Select any favorites page with the FAV button

(4). Select station with one of the menu buttons (5).

Switching on the CD player• Load a disc or press the CD AUX button (16).

Start the CD changer• Press the CD AUX button (16) if one or more

discs are loaded or load with disc(s).

Start the MP3 player• Load a disc or press the CD AUX button (16).

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RadioAutomatic tuningPress one of the SEEK buttons (11 or 12). The radio searches the frequency band and stops at the closest strong station.

Manual tuningTurn the tone control knob (2) or press the REV button (14) or the FWD button (15). Release the knob/button to stop at the required frequency.

Manually storing a station

• Press the FAV button (4) to select the required favorites page where the station shall be stored.

• Press and hold the menu button (5) which corresponds to the storage location. A chime is heard when the storing is complete.

Preset station buttons• Select station by first pressing the FAV button

(4) and then one of the menu buttons (5). You can also press or on the steering wheel to select another preset station.

Finding a XMTM-station• Press the RADIO BAND button (10) until the

XMTM frequency is displayed.• Press the PTY button (7) to display the cate-

gory labels. Continue pressing the PTY button until the desired category name is displayed.

• Press either of the two pushbuttons (5) below the desired category label to immediately tune to the first XMTM station associated with that category.

• Turn the tone control (2) or press the buttons (5) below the right or left arrows displayed, or press the SEEK button (11) or (12) to go to the next or previous XMTM station within the selected category.

• To exit the category search mode, press the FAV button (4) to display your favorites again.

CD playerChanging tracks

• Turn the tone control (2) or press the SEEK buttons (11 or 12)/steering wheel button or

.The track number is shown on the display.

Rapid play

• Press and hold the REV or FWD button (14 or 15) for rapid play. Release the button to end rapid play and continue playing the current track.

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CD changer 3The CD changer can be loaded with CD and MP3 discs.

Loading a disc

• Press the LOAD button (8). The following appears on the display: Please Wait.

• Wait until the following appears on the display: Insert CD.

• Load the disc in the slot. The following appears on the display: Loading.

Loading several discs

• Press and hold the LOAD button (8) for 2 seconds. A chime sounds and the following appears on the display: Please Wait.

• Follow the instructions on the display to load the discs.

• If you do not wish to load more CDs, press the LOAD button (8).

Removing a disc

• Press the EJECT button (9). A chime sounds and the following appears on the display: Ejecting.

• Remove the disc when the following appears on the display: Remove CD.

Removing several discs• Press and hold the EJECT button (9) for

2 seconds. A chime sounds and the following appears on the display: Ejecting All.

Changing trackTurn the tone control (2) or press the SEEK buttons (11 or 12)/steering wheel button or

.The track number is shown in the display.

Changing discs• Press the left or right-hand menu button (5)

under the menu option CD.

Change MP3 file/folderSee the MP3 player section.

MP3 playerSelecting/changing MP3 file

• Turn the tone control (2) or press the SEEK buttons (11 or 12)/steering wheel button or .The MP3 file number is shown in the display.

Selecting/changing MP3 folder

• Press the folder symbol’s left-hand menu button (5) to play the first file in the previous folder.

• Press the folder symbol’s right-hand menu button (5) to play the first file in the next folder.

Rapid play

• Press and hold the REV or FWD button (14 or 15) for rapid play. Release the button to end rapid play and continue playing the current MP3 file.

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Steering wheel controls Cup holders

Cup holder in fascia1 Press symbol to open2 Lift bottom to close

Cup holder in center console compartment between front seats 3

Cup holder in rear-seat armrest 3. Press the edge to open/close.

The most frequently used functions in the audio system can be selected using the steering wheel controls. The SID functions are also governed by these controls.

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Saab 9-5 Audio System).

Cars with automatic transmission (Sentronic) Manual downchanges

Manual upchanges

SID controlRadio mode: Change between stored stationsCD mode: Change track/file on CD or MP3 discSID control

SID control

Radio mode: Automatic tuningCD mode: Change to next track/file on CD or MP3 disc

Switch between AM/FM/XMTM, CD, MP3, CD changer or portable player

Adjust volume

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

Cup holders are provided in the fascia, in the center console compartment between the front seats and in the rear-seat armrest.

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Saab Information Display SID

The SID display is located in the lower edge of the speedometer. Depending on equipment level the following functions can be selected with the steering wheel button i/SET. The func-tions are arranged in a continuous, scrolling loop:

SettingsSet Dist, Alarm and Speed W as follows:1 Select function with the steering wheel

button i/SET.2 Press and hold the i/SET button until a

chime is heard and the value is marked.3 Change the value with the steering wheel

button or .4 End with a short press on the i/SET button.

When the alarm sounds it is switched off using the steering wheel button CLR. Alarm and Speed W are disengaged by means of first selecting Alarm/Speed W with the i/SET button and then briefly pressing the CLR button.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Instru-ments and controls).

SID 1 SID 2

Ambient temperature Temp Temp

Estimated range with remaining fuel - D.T.E

Average fuel consumption - Fuel Ø

Distance to destinations - Dist

Average speed - Speed Ø

Alarm function - Alarm

Speed warning - Speed W

Automatic Climate Control

1 Temperature setting: LH side2 AUTO: all settings selected automatically3 Manual setting of fan speed4 Defroster5 Rear-window heating: ON/OFF/Door mirrors6 Temperature setting: RH side

The ACC system will achieve the desired temperature in the quickest possible way. Note that selecting a higher or lower temperature than that desired will not speed up the process.For the ACC system to be most effective, all windows (and sunroof, if fitted) should be closed.Starting in cold weatherTo start with, the system will automatically select the defroster setting, maximum heat and low fan speed. As the engine warms up, air will also be distributed through the floor vents and the fan speed will be increased.Starting in hot weatherThe system will automatically distribute air through the panel vents at high fan speed and will switch on the A/C compressor (unless the ECON switch has been pressed). If the outdoor temperature is above 86°F (30°C), the system might select recirculation after approximately 45 seconds if this is required in order to reach the desired temperature.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Instruments and controls).

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1 Door mirrors2 Open the trunk lid (Sedan)

Unlock the tailgate (SportCombi)

Seats

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1 Seat tilt angle2 Head restraint, height adjustment3 Lumbar support (driver’s seat)4 Backrest rake angle5 Height adjustment6 Legroom adjustment

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Safety)

Driver’s door Interior lighting

1 Interior lightning on continuously2 Lightning comes on when a door is opened3 LIghtning always off

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Interior equipment and trunk).

Pass-through hatch(Sedan only)

Fold down the armrest and raise the hatch by lifting the handle.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Interior equipment and trunk).

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1 Lock all doors/setting the alarm2 Unlock all doors/disarm the alarm

First press: Unlock the driver’s doorSecond press: Unlock the rest of the doors

3 To open the trunk (Sedan)Unlock the tailgate (SportCombi)

Locks

Central locking (operated from inside the car)

Panic-functionActivate:• Push and hold one of the buttons on the key

for 2 seconds or...• Push the LOCK-switch on the center console

for 2 seconds.These actions will trigger the alarm.

Deactivate:• Push one of the buttons on the key or...• Push the LOCK-switch on the center console

or...• Turn the key in the driver’s door or...• Turn the ignition to ON.

Child safety lock on rear doorsEngage the child safety lock by using the key. Turn 45° as shown on the label on the door. When the child safety catch is in the locked posi-tion, the door can only be opened from the outside. (See your Owner’s Manual, section Security).

ABS-brakes

Press the pedal down hard and steer to avoid an obstacle if required.Do not release the brake pedal before the car has come to a halt or the danger is past!(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

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Folding the rear seat

Sedan1 Raise the rear seat cushions by pulling the loop

located between the cushion and the backrest.2 Tip the seat cushion forward.3 Press the button adjacent to the respective back-

rest to release it.4 Fold down the bckrest.

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Interior equipment and trunk).

SportCombi1 Make sure that the head restraint is in the down

position.2 Put the safety belts for the outer seat places in

their respective belt clips.3 Raise the rear seat cushions by pulling the loop

located between the cushion and the backrest. 4 Fold the narrow section (right) of the backrest for-

ward by raising the opening handle on the right-hand side.

5 Fold the wide section of the backrest forward in the corresponding manner.The parcel shelf can be located behind the bakrests of the front seats.

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Interior equipment and trunk).

Automatic transmission

Depress the brake pedal and the selector lever detent when changing from the P or N position.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is a system that helps the driver to stabilise the car in unusual circumstances that could otherwise be more difficult to handle.

The indicator light in the tachometer for a short period of time when the ESP system is operative. Operation of the ESP indicates reduced cohesion between tires and the road, and that extra care should be taken by the driver.Note: Drive responsibly. Do not rely on the systems above to keep you safe. Use pre-cautions when driving on slippery roads.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

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Sentronic Automatic transmission 3

Your automatic transmission can also be shifted manually using a feature called "Sentronic". This system allows you to change gears manually, using the controls on the steering wheel.

To operate:

1 Move the selector lever to the M position.2 Select a higher gear by pushing the right-

hand paddle on the steering wheel (+).3 Select a lower gear by pushing the left-hand

paddle on the steering wheel (-).Manual gear selections are shown on the main instrument panel. The selector position and the current gear are displayed.Changes from 3rd to 4th and from 4th to 5th can be made when the engine speed is above roughly 2,000 rpm.If the road surface is slippery, you may wish to start off in 2nd or 3rd to reduce the risk of exces-sive wheel spin.When descending hills you should select a low gear to increase the braking effect of the engine. When in manual mode, kick-down operates for 4th and 5th gears (below 2,000 rpm). Kick-down cannot be activated in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gears.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

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Rearview mirrors

1-3 Garage door opener4 LED5 Compass/autodimming ON/OFF6 Compass bearing

Autodimmimg mirror (option) 3By pressing button (5) on the interior rearview mirror, you can turn the automatic autodimming mirror function on for this mirror. Mirror senses bright lights from the rear and automatically darkens to prevent the strong light from blinding you.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Interior equipment and trunk).

Garage door opener and compass 3see your Owner’s manual, section Interior equipment and trunk for setting and calibration.

Button for angling passenger’s mirror down on reversing.

Saab Parking Assistance 3

The parking aid system facilitates parking and reversing. The system is activated automati-cally when reverse is engaged or selected.There are four sensors in the rear bumper that detect objects up to 6 feet(1.8 metres) behind the car.When the sensors detect an object within the monitored area, the SID will display the text "PARK ASSIST" and pulses of sound (- - - -) will be heard. The frequency of the pulses increases as the car comes closer to the object.When the distance to the object is less than 12 in. (30 cm), a continuous tone will be heard.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Starting and driving).

On certain models, the passenger side mirror glass can be angled down to help you see the road/curb when reversing. After selecting Reverse gear, press the button located under the touch pad for mirror adjustment. The passenger side door mirror will angle down to provide a better rear view. Pressing the button again will return the mirror to its normal position, or the mirror will automatically return once you drive forward about 65 feet.

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Cooled glove compartment

The glove compartment can be cooled by the air conditioning. Cold air can be directed to the glove compartment for keeping drinks cool, etc. Slide the cover towards you to allow cold air to enter the glovebox.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Interior equipment and trunk).

Headlight levelling 3Cars with xenon headlights have automatic levelling. Depending on how the car is loaded, the headlights are continually levelled to avoid blinding drivers in oncoming traffic.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Instruments and controls).

NIGHTPANELIn this mode, the amount of information displayed on the dashboard is reduced to avoid unnecessary driver distraction. When NIGHT PANEL has been selected, only the speedome-ter will be illuminated. All other lighting will be switched off and you will note the needles in the main instrument panel zero out. All indicator, warning lights and messages will appear if required.(See your Owner’s Manual, section Instruments and controls).

Courtesy Headlight Feature

The Courtesy Headlight Feature allows head-lights to remain on for 30 seconds after you exit the vehicle.1 Remove the ignition key.2 Open the driver’s door.3 Pull the turn signal indicator switch towards

you and release (as if you were flashing your lights).

4 Exit the car and close the driver’s door. The headlights will go on and remain on for 30 seconds.

(See your Owner’s Manual, section Instruments and controls).

NOTE: This feature can be programmed by your dealer for different lengths of activation time.

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Printed in Sweden

Engine compartment

Tire size Load/speedmph (km/h)

Front/rear

psi (kPa)

215/55 R16 H 1-3 pers.0-100 (160)

36/33250/230

235/45 R17 V 1-3 pers.0-120 (190)

35/35240/240

215/55 R16 QWinter tire

1-3 pers.0-100 (160)

35/35240/240

225/45 R17 QXL/RFWinter tire

1-3 pers.0-100 (160)

36/36250/250

235/45 R17 Q Winter tire

1-3 pers.0-100 (160)

35/35240/240

T115/70 R16Spare wheel Max 50 (80) 60/60

420/420

Note: Table of pressures for most common loads. For other loads, refer to Owner’s Manual, section Specifications.

For tire changes, refer to Owner’s Manual which lists approved tire/engine combinations.

1 Engine-oil dipstick/filler cap2 Reservoir, brake/clutch fluid3 Fuse box4 Expansion tank, coolant5 Washer-fluid fillercap6 Battery7 Reservoir, power-steering fluid

RefuelingOpen the cap by turning it gently counter clockwise.Closing: Turn the filler cap clockwise until you hear three clicks.For optimum performance Saab recommends: AON 93* If AON 90 is used some decrease in engine power can occur.Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 gal. (70 litres)Gasoline with a lower octane rating can be used, although not lower than AON 87. However, engine performance will fall slightly and heavy loading and laboring should be avoided. For optimum performance, use the recommended grade of fuel.

Tire pressure