2000 SAAB 9-3 center console

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Interior Power steering _________ 226
Steering-wheel adjustment 118
Airbag _________________ 22
Internal rearview mirror ________ 124
Door mirrors ________________ 124
Vanity mirror ________________ 122
Safety belts _____________ 12
Safety-belt care ________ 199
Airbag _________________ 22
Child seats _____________ 18
Child safety lock catch ____ 33Glove compartment _____ 123Gear changing _________ 141
Manual transmission ____ 141
Automatic transmission __ 141
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Seat adjustment ________ 112
Safety belts _____________ 12
Seat heating ___________ 118
Rear seat _____________ 125
Folding down the rear seat 125
Child seats _____________ 18
Upholstery: cleaning _____ 200
Interior lighting switch _________ 121
Interior lighting: changing bulbs __ 185
Center console ______________ 119
Electric windows _____________ 119
Sunroof ____________________ 120
Convertible __________________ 42
Ignition switch _______________ 134
Starting the engine ___________ 135
Engine break-in period ________ 140
Parking ____________________ 151
Driving in hot/cold weather _____ 154
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32 SecurityThe central locking can also be operated
from inside the car by means of the
switch on the center console (except on
Convertibles).
 To lock all doors: press the symbol side of
the switch once.
 To unlock the driver´s door: press the
switch once.
 To unlock all doors: press the switch
twice.
This switch is inoperative when the car is
locked from the outside.The interior locking buttons on each door
affect only the respective door on sedan.
The driver´s door lock button will
lock/unlock both on the Convertible.
If the car is left with the doors open, the inte-
rior lighting will be switched off automati-
cally after 20 minutes, to prevent a dead
battery.

Changing the remote-control
batteryWhen the battery voltage in the remote con-
trol falls below a predetermined level the
SID will issue the following message:
REPLACE KEY BATTERY. Press the
CLEAR button on the SID to acknowledge
this message. You must then replace the
battery without delay to avoid malfunctions.
The life of the battery is 4-5 years. After
changing the battery you must press the
unlocking button of the remote control four
times (or until the door locks cycle) while the
car is within the range of the remote control
in order for the control module to recognize
the remote.
WARNING
Having the doors locked when you are
driving will reduce the likelihood of:
 Children, in particular, opening doors
and falling out of the car.
 Intruders entering the car when it is
moving slowly or at a standstill.
 Injury resulting from a door bursting
open in the event of an accident.
However, you must also be remembered
that locked doors can hamper rescuers in
the event of an accident.
IB995
Switch for operation of central locking
IB843
Changing the battery of the remote control1Battery
2 Control module
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37 Security
Alarm signals When the car alarm is armed, it will be trig-
gered if any door, the trunk lid or hood, is
opened, or if a window is broken.
The alarm will also be triggered if an attempt
is made to bypass or short-circuit the igni-
tion switch, or to disconnect the battery.
If the alarm is triggered, the following alarm
signals will be set off:
 Flashing of hazard warning lights for five
minutes.
 Siren wailing for 30 seconds.
The alarm signals will stop if the alarm is
deactivated (car unlocked) during the alarm
period.
Panic-functionIn the car alarm system is a function called
"Panic-function".
To activate panic function:
 Push and hold one of the buttons on the
remote control for 2 seconds, or if you are
sitting inside the car...
 Push the LOCK-switch on the center con-
sole for 2 seconds (not Convertibles).
These actions will trigger the alarm (hazard
warning lights and siren).
To deactivate panic function:
 Push one of the buttons on the remote
control, push the LOCK-switch in the
center console, turn the key in one of the
doors or turn the ignition to ON.
When the panic-function is activated the car
will be locked/unlocked depending upon
which button was pushed.
When the ignition is ON the panic-function
cannot be activated.
NOTE It is possible to inadvertently deacti-
vate the car alarm and at the same
time unlock the car, if the button on the
remote control is pressed by mistake
when the control is still within range of
the car.
 When locking the car by remote con-
trol in extremely cold weather, it is
advisable to check that the lock
system has operated properly. To do
so, check that the interior locking but-
tons are all down.
If not, unlock and relock the car again.
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49 Convertible
The following fuses should be checked if the
soft top cannot be operated and no fault
messages are shown by the SID:
 MAXI-fuse 5 in the engine bay, see page
188.
 7, 14, 21 and 23 in the fuse panel on the
end of the instrument panel, see page
189.
Central operation of the
windows,
9-3 Convertible On the center console is a switch (see illus-
tration) for the simultaneous closing or
opening of the four side windows.
Using the ROOF-button
When folding the soft top down, you can
lower all windows by continuing to hold the
ROOF button backwards after the soft top
has been folded down.
When the soft top is being raised, all side
windows are automatically lowered an inch
or two (a few centimetres) to protect their
seals. After the "beep" is heard, the hooks
of the soft top have been secured to the
windshield beam, hold the ROOF switch for-
ward again and all 4 windows will close.
WARNING
Remember the risk of personal injury
when raising the windows. Check that all
persons travelling in the car have their
head, hands and fingers away from the
windows before raising them.
IB301
Switch for central operation of the win-
dows, Conver tible
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52 ConvertibleUse mild soap, lukewarm water and a
sponge for washing.
Rinse the top thoroughly with plain water to
get rid of all the soap. Flush the cleaning
agent off the bodywork as well, since it can
cause discoloration if it is left to dry on the
paintwork.
If further cleaning is needed after soap and
water have been used, a mild shampoo may
be employed. First rinse the soft top, then
use shampoo on the complete top and
scrub with a small soft hand brush.
Add water as needed until the cleaning
agent lathers. Use a rag or sponge to
remove dirt, so as to avoid working it into the
cloth. Thoroughly rinse the whole car with
plain water and make sure that cleaning
agents are not allowed to dry on the paint-
work.
Cleaning the rear windowThe rear window can be cleaned with a
window cleaner or a mild soap solution and
a soft, anti-static cloth.
Since the rear window is made of glass,
when necessary, you can use an ice
scraper on the outside. Never use a scraper
on the inside!Interior lightingThe front light is located on the front roof rail.
The rear lighting consists of two lights built
in to the side panels adjacent to the rear
seat. The switch is on the center console
between the front seats, see also page 121.
Certain variants have a mirror and lighting
built into the sun visors.
Manually opening the
fuel filler doorConvertible If the fuel filler door, controlled by the central
lock, does not unlock take the following
action:
Check fuse 25. If it is defective or blows
again after changing, the locking motor can
be detached from the flap by pulling a wire.
The wire, marked with a yellow arrow at the
end, is located in the trunk inside the open-
ing in the upholstery in front of the
right-hand rear light.
NOTEAfter washing, the soft top must be given
time to dry completely before being folded
down. A wet or damp top that is folded
down can be damaged by mold.
IB861
Wire for manual opening of fuel filler door
(Convertible)
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57 Instruments and controls
Central warning light
This light comes 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 the chime will also sound if
the ignition key is turned to the ON position
but the engine is not started within 10 sec-
onds.
Cruise Control
indicator light
The symbol is lit when cruise control is
active.
Engine malfunction
(CHECK ENGINE)
This light indicates a malfunction in the
fuel-injection or ignition system. The car
may still be driven with care and with some-
what diminished performance.
SPORT Mode Indicator
On cars with automatic transmission the
indicator light comes on when you press the
SPORT button on the gear-lever knob.
In SPORT mode, the transmission remains
longer in the (D, 3, 2, 1) gears before
upshifting.
Quit Sport mode by again depressing the
SPORT button; see also page 147.
WINTER Mode Indicator
On cars with automatic transmission the
indicator light comes on when, in the D posi-
tion, you press the WINTER button on the
center console next to the gear selector.
When the car is in the Winter mode it starts
in 3rd gear, which gives a better grip in
slippery conditions by reducing the ten-
dency to spin the wheels.
Quit Winter mode by again depressing the
WINTER button; see also page 147.
WARNING
An illuminated CHECK ENGINE indicator
light indicates a serious engine-related
problem. While your car may be able to be
driven with the CHECK ENGINE indicator
light illuminated (limp-home mode), you
are advised to have your car serviced at
an authorized Saab dealer as soon as
possible.
Continued driving without this problem
being corrected might cause serious fur-
ther damage to your car and create
unsafe driving conditions. The operator
should be prepared to take action if such
unsafe conditions arise (e.g., apply the
brakes, disengage transmission, turn off
the ignition etc.).
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118 Interior equipment, trunkElectrically heated front seats
(option on some model vari-
ants/markets)Both front seats incorporate heating for the
seat cushion and backrest. It is switched on
and off using the buttons on the instrument
panel.
The heating is thermostatically controlled. It
comes on when the temperature of the seat
cushion goes below 79°F (26°C) and turns
off when it reaches 97°F (36°C).
Shut off the heating once the seat is warm.
Electrically heated seat cushions
in the rear seat
(option on some model variants /
markets) Electrically heated seat cushions for the two
outer seats in the back are available as an
option.
The ON/OFF control button for the cushion
heating is located on the back of the center
console.
The warming-up time varies with the tem-
perature outside. You can also switch the
heat off by means of the button.
The button has an integral indicator that is
illuminated when the heating is on.
Steering-wheel
adjustmentThe steering wheel can be positioned
fore-and-aft by pulling the lever to the left.
Set the steering wheel to the desired posi-
tion and return the lever to the locked status. Horn signalThe horn is operated by pressing at the
outer edges of the airbag module in the
center of the steering wheel.
WARNING
For safety reasons, you should adjust the
steering wheel only while the car is sta-
tionary.
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IB267
IB811
Lever for steering-wheel adjustment
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119 Interior equipment, trunk
Electrical windows The electric window motors are equipped
with overload protection. If this protection
should trip, wait several seconds before
operating the electric windows again.To open Press the window symbol on the button.
The switches for the front windows have a
third position for automatic opening of the
window. Press the switch down all the way
to lower the window completely.
To cancel automatic lowering of the win-
dow, lift the switch briefly.To close Lift the symbol side of the button.
The actuating motor will be switched off
automatically when the window is fully
closed or when the switch is released.
Child safety: rear windows
(ON/OFF) The window switches on the rear doors can
be rendered inoperative by the ON/OFF
switch in the panel on the center console.
When the switch is ON, the rear side win-
dows can be operated by the switch on each
rear door.
When the switch is OFF, the rear side win-
dows can only be operated from the panel
on the center console.
WARNING
 Bear in mind the pinch hazard when
the side windows are being raised.
Make sure that all passengers keep
their heads, hands and fingers clear of
the window openings before you begin
raising the windows.
 Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car to avoid the danger of
injury arising from unattended children
operating the windows.
IB245
1 Control, sunroof (soft top operation, Convertible)
2 Window switches, front
3 Control for disengaging the window switches at the rear
IB829
Extra button for the rear window operator
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