2001 SAAB 9-3 ESP

84 Instruments and controlsAutomatic climate
control (ACC)The air is drawn in through an intake at the
bottom edge of the windshield. It passes
through an efficient filter before being
routed through the climate-control system
and into the cabin. The cabin discharge vent
is located on the right behind the rear
bumper. The air discharge vents should be
kept free of snow and ice in the winter.
ACC (Automatic Climate Control) automati-
cally maintains the desired cabin tempera-
ture, regardless of the weather outside.
The system will achieve the desired temper-
ature in the quickest possible way.
Note that heating or cooling is not
speeded up by setting the temperature
higher or lower than you really want.
For the ACC system to be most effective, all
windows, and the sunroof if there is one,
must be closed, and the panel vents must
be open.
The incoming air is treated in three stages:
first it passes through a filter; it is then dehu-
midified and cooled and, finally, if required,
heated. The temperature interval within which you
can make adjustments is 58-82°F
(15-27°C). Outside it, there is the HI position
(max. heat and high fan speed) and the LO
position (max. cooling and max. fan speed).
The displayed temperature is not the actual
temperature but corresponds to the comfort
level normally experienced at that tempera-
ture after allowance has been made for the
air flow, relative humidity, solar radiation,
etc., currently prevailing inside the car.
 The most usual temperature setting is
66-74°F (19-23°C), depending on per-
sonal preference and what clothing is
worn.  It is recommended that changes in the
temperature setting be made in steps of
2°F (1°C).
 Conversion between °C and °F is done in
the SID unit; see ”Units and language ver-
sions”, page 74.
 During the cooling phase in warm
weather the panel vents must be open.
 Do not manually select recirculation in
cold/wintery weather. The reduced air
flow can cause misting and ice on the
inside of the windows.
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Air vent at rear side window
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Dash vent 1 Adjusting the direction of the air flow.
2 Adjusting the air flow
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Programming II It is also possible to customize the ACC system to adapt to driving
and weather conditions. Programming and cancellation of programming is carried out by
holding the appropriate button down until the corresponding symbol
has flashed 4 times, an audible signal has sounded and the follow-
ing text for the desired function has appeared in the SID.
Make sure the ignition is ON.
Example:
If you want to control the switching on and off of the heating for the
rear window and the door mirrors manually, hold the button
depressed until the symbol has flashed 4 times, an audible signal
has sounded and the following text has appeared in the SID.

SID shows:
ACC: MANUAL
RDEFR CTRL
Once a function has been recorded under ”Programming II”, it will
remain in the system until you cancel the program.
AUTO will still show on the display after a function has been saved
in ”Programming II”.
Additional programming features, see page 255. Function Operation in AUTO mode
after Programming II Standard operation in
AUTO mode
The A/C compressor is not
switched on until the out-
side temperature goes
above +55°F (+13°C).
– This function can be used
to save fuel, since the A/C
compressor will not be in
action for so long a time.
In wet weather, however,
the A/C compressor should
be on at below 57
°F (14°C)
as well, since this reduces
the risk of misting on the
windows.
A/C compressor cuts in
when outside tempera-
ture is above 32°F
(0°C).
Rear-window heating can
only be switched on manu-
ally. The heating will come on
about five seconds after
the engine has started if
the outside temperature
is below +41°F (+5°C).–The activation time
depends on the outside
temperature.
Function Text displayed on SID
during programming Text displayed on SID
when cancelling
program
ACC: LO TEMP
A/C CTRL ACC: NORMAL
A/C CTRL
ACC: MANUAL
RDEFR CTRL ACC: AUTO
RDEFR CTRL
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106 Saab 9-3 Audio SystemIf the CD changer is activated immediately
after a magazine has been loaded, the fol-
lowing will appear on the display:
The CD number will change as each CD is
played.
After a magazine has been loaded, play-
back will start with the first track on the first
CD when the CD changer is selected, and
the following will appear on the display:
Selecting CDs (1) When the CD changer is operating, the
radio preset buttons work for the six CDs in
the magazine. Press the button for the cor-
responding CD.
If the selected CD is already being played,
playback will restart from the first track. If the selected CD-tray, e.g. 3, is empty, the
following will appear on the display:
IB1164
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122 OnStar - TelematicsConcierge servicesFrom the simple to the extraordinary,
OnStar Concierge is always ready to help.
Whether it’s tickets to that ”hard-to-get”
play, or even complete planning of your next
vacation, OnStar Concierge can make all
the arrangements you need — at home or
on the road. There is no additional cost to
you for the efforts of the OnStar Concierge.
You will not pay more than retail value for
goods and services, or current market value
for tickets, specialty items or unique ser-
vices. For your convenience, we will bill your
credit card for any purchases and/or ship-
ping you authorize.
Additional ServicesPersonal CallingAs an OnStar Safety and Security Plan or
Premium Plan subscriber, you have access
to OnStar Personal Calling. OnStar Per-
sonal Calling provides you with a nation-
wide wireless phone service in your Saab
that you can activate simply by pressing a
button and using your voice. You can use
Personal Calling in your Saab to place or to
receive calls. The voice-activated system
will dial the number. Your party will answer
through your stereo speakers.
With OnStar Personal Calling, you can
enjoy the simplicity of a one-touch wireless
connection. Whether you are placing or
receiving a call, once you press the button,
you never have to take your hands off the
wheel or your eyes off the road. The ease of
the hands-free communication service
allows you to enjoy an even greater level of
safety, security and convenience while driv-
ing.
This new service is not yet available in all
areas. Complete availability in the U.S. is
anticipated in the first quarter of 2001*. For
system limitations and details, call OnStar
at 1-800-ONSTAR-7.* Availability in Canada was undetermined at time of
publication. Please contact your local dealer in Canada.
Signing Up for Personal CallingAs an OnStar subscriber, the Personal Call-
ing capability is already built into your
Saab’s OnStar hardware. In order to use
this service, an OnStar Advisor must set up
your cellular account. You must also pro-
vide a credit card in order to establish your
prepaid cellular account. Usage charges
will be deducted from this prepaid account
of ”units.” Units are easily replenished using
the credit card on file at OnStar. Once you
sign up for OnStar Personal Calling, you will
be given your own personal phone number
that others can use to call into your Saab. To sign up for Personal Calling,
simply Press the OnStar button in your Saab.
 Inform the Advisor that you would like to
sign up for Personal Calling.
 The Advisor will set up your account.
You will need to provide account and
credit card information.
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Voice CommandsPersonal Calling is made available through
your voice commands to the system. This
allows you to verbally control all of the
phone functions.
Your OnStar wireless phone system has
been programmed to respond to a wide vari-
ety of voices and accents. You should
speak distinctly in a normal speaking vol-
ume. It is not necessary to exaggerate your
voice or to speak loudly. Speak numerical
digits one at a time, and then wait for confir-
mation before going to the next digit.Voice Command Error MessagesPardon – The system has not been able to
match your command with a word that it
knows. Repeating the command distinctly
should fix the problem.
Slower Please – Repeat the command
after a short pause. This response normally
happens if you say a command before the
system is ready for it or if there is substantial
background noise.
Universal CommandsHelp – The system will provide a list of avail-
able commands.
Clear – When you are entering digits, this
command will erase the last digit entered.
Cancel – This command takes you from the
current function to the ”Ready” prompt. If the
last response from the system was ”Ready,”
this command will exit voice recognition.Placing a CallThere are three ways to place a call:
1 By using a particular number, say ”DIAL”
2 By using a stored nametag, say ”CALL”
3 By dialing the last number, say
”REDIAL”To dial a number:To dial using a ”Nametag”:
To redial the last number dialed:
Receiving a Call
If someone calls your wireless phone num-
ber, the entertainment system in your Saab
will mute (if it is on), and you will hear a
phone ringing sound. To answer the call,
simply press the DOT button.Ending a CallWhen your call is finished, press the DOT
button to end the call. It is not possible to
end a call using voice commands. 1 Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2 Say ”DIAL” OnStar will respond
”Number Please”
3 Say the 1st
DigitOnStar will repeat the
number
4 Say the 2nd
DigitOnStar will repeat the
number
Continue saying numbers in this man-
ner until finished
5 Say ”DIAL” OnStar will respond
”Dialing ,”
then make the call
1Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2 Say ”CALL” OnStar will respond
”Nametag Please”
3Say ” nametag>”OnStar will respond
”Calling ”,
then make the call
1Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2 Say ”REDIAL” OnStar will respond
”Redialing”, then
make the call
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124 OnStar - TelematicsStoring/Deleting Numbers in
Memory(Nametags)Storing a numberYour OnStar system can store up to 20
numbers (up to 32 digits each) in memory
that can be dialed by simply repeating the
”nametag.”To store a number:Deleting a Number from Memory
To delete a nametag:Setting Tone or Voice ResponseYour system comes from the factory with
voice responses to your commands to con-
firm that the system received the command
or number you intended. For example,
when you are entering a number, OnStar
repeats the number back to you. You may
change the system to respond with a tone
response if you prefer. A ready tone, a digit
tone, or a goodbye tone will respond instead
of the voice. All other responses will still be
by voice.
Units RemainingOnStar keeps track of the amount of calling
time you have purchased and used in units.
The number of total remaining units is
stored within the OnStar system, and can be
accessed easily.Adding More Calling Minutes / UnitsYou can charge additional calling units with
automatic refill by contacting OnStar, or by
authorizing automatic unit refill on the
OnStar Subscriber Website. For more infor-
mation about the OnStar Subscriber Web-
site, please see page 127.Automatic ReplenishmentIf you run out of units during a call, your call
will be terminated and you will be connected
to OnStar for approval to replenish. You will
be warned at the beginning of a call when
you have ten or fewer calling units remain-
ing. 1Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2 Say ”STORE” OnStar will respond
”Number Please”
3 Say the 1st
DigitOnStar will repeat the
number
4 Say the 2nd
DigitOnStar will repeat the
digit
Continue saying numbers in this manner
until finished5 Say ”STORE”
againOnStar will respond
”Nametag Please”
6Say ” nametag>”OnStar will respond
”Again”
7Say ” nametag>”OnStar will respond
”Once More”
8Say ” nametag>”OnStar will respond
”Storing ”
1 Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond

”Ready”
2 Say ”DELETE” OnStar will respond
”Nametag Please”
3Say
””OnStar will respond
”Delete ,
YES or NO”
4 Say ”YES” OnStar will respond
”Deleting ”
1 Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2Say ”Voice
Feedback”OnStar will respond
”Voice Feedback is
now ON/OFF”
1Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2 Say ”Units” OnStar will respond
”Verify or Add”
3 Say ”Verify” OnStar will respond
”You have # units
remaining”
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Contact OnStar
You will need your OnStar Personal Identi-
fication Number (PIN) to authorize the
charge to your credit card on file.
If you are not in your Saab, you may call an
OnStar Advisor at 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) to request unit replenish-
ment.
Security/Locking your SystemYou can set up a four-digit Personal Secu-
rity Code to ensure that unauthorized
people do not use the calling capability of
your system. With security set to ON, the
system will not allow any personal calls. You
must turn security OFF before calls can be
made.
Volume ControlIf your Saab is equipped with steering wheel
controls, the volume of the audio portion of
Personal Calling is controlled with your
steering wheel volume control. In vehicles
without steering wheel controls, and in
some other vehicles, you can control the
volume with the radio volume knob. 1Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2 Say ”Units” OnStar will respond
”Verify or Add”
3 Say ”Add” You will be connected to
OnStar for replenish-
ment
1 Press the OnStar
DOT buttonOnStar will
respond ”Ready”
2 Say ”Security” OnStar will
respond ”Enter
Four-Digit Security
Code”
3 Say the 1st Digit OnStar will repeat
the digit
4 Say the 2nd Digit OnStar will repeat
the digit
5 Say the 3rd Digit OnStar will repeat
the digit
6 Say the 4th Digit OnStar reply
”Security (code # #
# #) is now
ON/OFF”
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126 OnStar - TelematicsVirtual Advisor(expected availability fourth quarter 2000)
Once you have activated Personal Calling,
you can enjoy your time in your Saab even
more with the OnStar Virtual Advisor. This
service allows you to listen to your favorite
news and information topics, such as
weather reports, stock quotes and sports
scores. You can even listen to your e-mail,
whenever you want, without ever taking
your eyes off the road. Using simple voice
commands, you can browse your personal
topics and skip or listen to those you
choose. You can also search for additional
information on special topics that interest
you.
To find out how to set up a customized pro-
file, visit the OnStar Subscriber Website at
www.onstar.com, or turn to the OnStar Sub-
scriber Website section on page 31 of this
guide. If you do not have Internet access,
you can still take advantage of the OnStar
Virtual Advisor services as a default profile
will be set up for you.
Calling the Virtual Advisor
Getting Information from the Virtual
AdvisorThe OnStar Virtual Advisor will prompt you
for information you desire. These offerings
will change to provide you with services and
information that you and other subscribers
want and need. The prompts are very clear
and easy to understand and use.Information AvailableOnStar will continue to add new features
and categories to the Virtual Advisor. The
following general categories will give you an
overview of the types of information avail-
able to you. For complete up-to-date cate-
gories, you can go to the Saab Cars USA,
Inc. Website at www.saabusa.com or the
OnStar Website at www.onstar.com, and
then click on the link to the Subscriber Web-
site.
WeatherThe OnStar Virtual Advisor will deliver an
up-to-date weather forecast for the current
location of the vehicle. The forecast
includes current temperature, daily
high/low, tomorrow’s high/low, precipitation
forecast, and unusual conditions.Stock QuotesThe OnStar Virtual Advisor can provide you
with current quotes for the stocks you have
specified in your customized profile as well
as other requested stocks. All market data
is delayed by twenty minutes. If you have
not set your profile, you can still access the
stock quote feature through your default
profile and then request the stock of your
choice.Sports ScoresThe OnStar Virtual Advisor can provide you
with scores for your favorite college and pro-
fessional teams with up-to-the- minute high-
lights, even if they are being broadcast on a
local station. See the team selection option
in your Mobile Profiler section of the sub-
scriber section of OnStar.com.
If you have not set your profile or are still
using the default profile, you can access the
sports option of the Virtual Advisor and ask
for an update on your favorite sport. You
always have access to the options in the Vir-
tual Advisor. 1 Press the
OnStar DOT
buttonOnStar will respond
”Ready”
2Say ”Virtual
Advisor”You will be connected
to Virtual Advisor
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