2000 SAAB 9-5 light

86 Saab 9-5 Audio SystemType II (metal) tapes The cassette has an automatic tape-type
selector. Cleaning-due indicator After 30 hours’ playing time, the following
message will appear on the display:
The message will be displayed for ten
seconds each time the cassette player is
selected.
A cleaning tape should be used to clean the
heads inside the cassette player to maintain
good reproduction and to prevent unneces-
sary wear.
To reset the playing-time meter:
1 Remove the current tape.
2 Load the cleaning tape and play it for the
required time.
3 Remove the cleaning tape and reload
the other one.
Tape care Do not expose cassette tapes to direct sun-
light or to extremes of temperature as this
can damage the cassette and the tape.
Always keep cassettes in their boxes when
not in use.
If a cassette should become jammed in the
deck, seek help from an authorized Saab
dealer.
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96 Saab 9-5 Audio SystemAntennas The Audio System has three antennas
incorporated in the rear window; two for FM
diversity and one for AM.
Fitting a car-phone antenna on the rear
window can cause interference to radio
reception.
Multipath propagation Multipath propagation occurs when radio
waves from an FM transmitter are reflected
by, e.g. large buildings, causing them to
arrive slightly later than the direct waves.
This can create interference to radio recep-
tion. To avoid this problem as much as pos-
sible the system is equipped with two FM
antennas, so called FM diversity.
Shadow effect Because FM radio waves travel in straight
lines from the transmitter, a shadow effect
can occur when tall buildings or hills
obstruct the propagation path from the
transmitter to the car.
NOTERefrain from placing hard or sharp
objects on the rear parcel shelf, to avoid
damaging the antenna leads.
Do not use sun protective film which con-
tains metal particles on the rear window,
this can be the cause of radio interfer-
ence.
IB386
IB389
IB387
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98 Saab 9-5 Audio SystemSources of AM interference AM reception is prone to interference, e.g.
from electrical systems on other vehicles,
high-tension power lines and lightning. Adjusting the frequency steps North
America/Europe If the car is taken from Europe to North
America, the radio’s frequency steps can be
adjusted.
 Press and hold SEEK (mid-segment) and
switch the radio on at the same time.
The preset stations will be cancelled and
replaced by default frequencies.
Installation of car phone
(option)Provision has been made on the Saab 9-5
for the installation of a hands-free car
phone.
A car-phone mount is available as an acces-
sory.
Your Saab dealer has details of proper
phone installation procedures. Provision for hands-free phone
 Car phone connects to car’s circuitry.
 Microphone for hands-free phone use
incorporated in overhead panel at front.
 Audio System mute function when phone
activated.
 Phone conversation amplified through
Audio System speakers.
 TELEPHONE appears on the SID when
phone in use.
 Volume level for ongoing conversation
can be adjusted by volume controls on
steering wheel or on Audio System
module (see also ”Volume-preset mode”,
page 93).
 If the sound is distorted, adjust by means
of the volume control on
telephone set
.
 Phone battery charging when phone is in
its cradle.
Please refer to the instructions supplied with
the phone for details of how to make and
receive calls. In order to fully utilize the
hands-free function, certain circuits must be
available from the telephone to be installed.
Your authorized Saab dealer has this infor-
mation available.
WARNING
To prevent crashes while using a cell
phone:
 Don’t use the phone in distracting traf-
fic situations. Turn it off if traffic is
heavy.
 Dial sensibly, at a stoplight or safely off
the road.
 Consider installing hands-free or
speaker phone.
 Avoid stressful and intense phone
conversations.NOTEThe A-pillar area (area beside the wind-
shield) and the headlining of your Saab
contain padding designed to reduce head
injuries. No modifications to these areas
should be made unless done by your
authorized Saab dealer.
IB392
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109 Interior equipment and trunk
Cars equipped with a programmable
driver’s seat also have a facility for angling
the nearside mirror down on reversing, e.g.
for a better view of the curb.
After selecting reverse, press the tiny button
adjacent to the door-mirror switch to tilt the
mirror. The mirror will be reset automatically
when reverse gear is deselected.
Rear-view mirror with auto dimming
function (option)The interior rear-view mirror has two sen-
sors, one forward-facing and one rear-fac-
ing.
The system is activated when the for-
ward-facing sensor detects that it is dark
outside.
The rear-facing sensor detects, for exam-
ple, if the car following has not dimmed its
headlights. The rear-view mirror is then
darkened to prevent the strong light source
from dazzling the driver. This darkening is
stepless.
The mirror returns to its normal state when
the strong light source diminishes.
The auto dimming function can be turned
OFF with the switch on the lower edge of the
rear-view mirror.
The system is turned off when reverse gear
is engaged or selected.
Towing a trailer can cause the system to
malfunction, as the rear-facing sensor may
then be directed at the trailer.
IB568
Button for angling nearside mirror down
on reversing
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1
23
1 Forward-facing sensor
2 ON/OFF switch, auto dimming function
3 Rear-facing sensor
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112 Interior equipment and trunkEmergency operation of sunroofIn an emergency (e.g. if there is an electrical
failure) the sunroof can be operated by a
screwdriver. Remove the cover at the front
of the sunroof opening, insert a screwdriver
in the groove, and rotate.
Rotate counterclockwise to close sunroof.
Sun visorsThe car is equipped with double sun visors.
One section of the visor can be indepen-
dently pivoted to the side window.
A vanity mirror is provided on the back of the
sun visors. The vanity mirrors are illumi-
nated when the cover is raised.
Ashtrays(Option) The car is equipped with three ashtrays: one
in the instrument panel fascia, and one in
each rear door. A cigarette lighter is fitted
adjacent to the front ashtray, and there is
also one in the back of the center console.
Front ashtray
1 To open the ashtray, push gently on the
center/upper part of the front and
release to allow it to spring out.
2 Close the ashtray in the same way.
To remove the ashtray, open it and after that
pull left side out at an angle.
IB1180
Sun visor with vanity mirror
IB1285
1
2
Front ashtray 1 Press soft to open/close
2 Pull out one side at an angle
IB431
Manual operation of sunroof
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113 Interior equipment and trunk
To refit, line up the slots on either side and
slide it closed.
Rear ashtrays
Open the lid to use ashtray.
To remove the ashtray, fully open the lid and
lift the ashtray straight out.
To refit the ashtray, make sure it engages
the two square recesses in the door trim.
The cigarette lighter sockets can also be
used for accessories (e.g. to charge a
mobile phone) when the ignition is ON.
Glove compartment The glove compartment can be cooled by
the air conditioning (ACC) system. Cold air
can be directed to the glove compartment
for keeping drinks chilled, etc.
Slide the cover towards you to admit cold
air.
Additional storage facilities are provided
(see next page).
WARNING
The maximum combined load for the two
cigarette lighter sockets is 240 W (20 A).
WARNING
Keep the glove compartment closed
when not in use. The lid could cause
injury in the event of an accident.
I B 111 5
1
2
Glove compartment 1To lock
2 To unlock
IB434
Rear ashtray
IB1286
Sliding cover in glove compartment to
admit cold air
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117 Interior equipment and trunk
WARNING
 Place heavy items closest to the backrest and stow smaller
and lighter items on top.
 Secure heavy and bulky items using the four tie down points
provided in the trunk. This will avert the danger of luggage
flying around if the car should brake suddenly or be involved
in an accident (see page 118).
 When the backrest is folded down or the trunk pass-through
hatch is open, even small items can be thrown around inside
the car. It is therefore advisable to secure these as well.
 Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its
handling characteristics (see page 226).
 Make sure that the seat cushions and backrests are properly
secured when folding them back to their normal position.
Check that the button (item 3 on page 116) is flush with the
surround before entering the back seat.
IB462
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121 Interior equipment and trunk
Load anchoring
WARNING
 Put heavy loads as low down and as
far forward as possible in the luggage
compartment, i.e. against the back of
the rear seat.
 Never stack cargo so high that any part
of the cargo lies above the edge of the
backrest, if a cargo guard (accessory)
is not being used.
 Always tie down the cargo so that it
cannot be thrown forward during
heavy braking or in the event of a
collision.
 Unsecured and heavy cargo can
increase the risk of injury during hard
braking, sudden avoidance maneu-
vers and in the event of a collision.
 For the best load anchoring, use the
special cargo bolt and load straps
(accessory).
 Load the cargo bolts evenly. Never
attach more than one strap to each tie
down eye.
 Provide protection on sharp edges to
prevent damage to the load straps.
 Never use the elastic floor net and
elastic side net when the rear seat is
folded down. These nets are only
intended to keep light objects tidy, not
for the anchoring of loads.
 If possible, avoid having the rear seat
folded down when driving with a heavy
load because the anchoring possibili-
ties are restricted when the rear seat is
in this position. That the rear seat is in
the upright position is a basic require-
ment for protection against cargo dis-
placement in the event of a collision.
 Cargo can intrude into the passenger
compartment during a sudden stop or
front crash if the outer safety belts are
not fastened. Check that the two red
warning-indication flags are fully
down. This shows that the backrests
are locked.
WARNING
 The driving characteristics of the car
can be affected because the center of
gravity is altered when there is a cargo
in the luggage compartment. There-
fore match the speed and driving style
according to how the car is loaded.
 An object weighing 55 lbs. (25 kg) cor-
responds to a weight of 2200 lbs.
(1000 kg) in a head on collision at
32 mph (50 km/h).
 Adjust the car’s load (passengers and
luggage) so that the gross vehicle
weight or the axle weight is not
exceeded, see page 226.
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