2001 SAAB 9-3 engine

83 Instruments and controls
The button is located on the climate-control
panel. An LED in the button is lit as long as
heating is on.
Switch off the heating as soon as the rear
window is clear. It will go off automatically
after about 10 minutes.
If the battery voltage is lower than 12 V the
heating will be switched off earlier so that
the battery can get the benefit of the alterna-
tor charge.
Avoid placing sharp objects on the rear
parcel shelf; the heater elements may suffer
damage if such objects touch the rear win-
dow. Do not switch the heating on until you
have started the engine.
Recommended settings in
severe cold On starting with a cold engine, set the fan
switch to position 2 and select defrost to
heat the cabin and defrost the windshield as
quickly as possible.
When the engine is warm enough for the
reading of the temperature gauge to start
rising, fan setting 3 may be chosen. Once
the windshield is clear, the air-distribution
control should be shifted two steps to the
left.
The warm-up time of the engine depends on
the kind of driving. Town driving in high gear
with a low RPM gives a longer warm-up time
than highway driving with a higher RPM.
Do not use position 4 on the fan switch, as
this is mainly intended to provide rapid cool-
ing in hot weather.
Fault diagnosis and care of A/C sys-
tem, see page 232. Electrically heated rear
window/external mirrors
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Starting in cold weather: The automatic
climate control system selects the defroster
position, max. heating and low fan speed to
begin with.
As the engine temperature rises, the fan
speed is increased and air is routed towards
the floor.
As the temperature inside the car nears the
selected value, both the fan speed and the
heat will be decreased to a level determined
by the system.
Starting in hot weather: The automatic cli-
mate control system selects air to the panel
vents and high fan speed. Recirculation is
switched on about 30 seconds after starting
if the selected cabin temperature is mark-
edly lower than the actual temperature.
Unless the ECON button has been
depressed, the A/C compressor is always
switched on at outside temperatures above
32°F (0°C) in order to cool and dehumidify
the incoming air, unless the ECON button
has been depressed.
As the temperature inside the car nears the
selected value, the fan speed will be
decreased to a value determined by the
system.
Action to be taken in special types of
weather Normally, misting and icing problems on the
windows do not occur other than in extreme
situations, e.g. when you are driving in
heavy rain or severe cold in combination
with high air humidity or when those travel-
ling in the car are sweaty and wet. If you
have trouble with misting or icing in such
cases we suggest the following counter-
measures:
1 Select and temperature 70°F
(21°C).
2 Select . If this is not enough ...
3 Increase the fan speed. If this is not
enough ...
4 Select a higher temperature.
Air to the rear side windows is supplied by
the floor ducts. To demist these windows
you should therefore select a defroster/floor
combination by pressing both buttons at the
same time.
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90 Instruments and controlsCalibrationIf the battery has been disconnected or has run flat, the system will
recalibrate automatically.
Manual calibration:
1 Start the engine.
2 Press + at the same time. The ACC display flashes
once to indicate that calibration and self-testing have started.
During calibration the display indicates the figure 0 or the fault codes
(01-23) that have been found.
Calibration and self-testing takes about 30 seconds.
Programming IThe manual selections you have made can be saved so that the
ACC system always starts up on these selections every time the
ignition is switched on. But notice that the ignition must have been
off for at least 10 minutes before you try out the saved setting.
1 Select the desired settings.
2 Press + at the same time.
(The ACC background lighting flashes to confirm that the informa-
tion has been stored.)
Example:
If you want the ACC system to distribute the air to the dash vents
from the start, proceed as follows:
1 Start the engine.
2 Press the button .
3 Press and at the same time.
4 Shut off the key.
5 The system will memorize this new program 10 minutes after the
key is shut off.Cancelling program I A saved setting is deleted only by pressing + at the
same time.
(The ACC display flashes to confirm that deletion has been
effected.)
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91 Instruments and controls
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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121 OnStar - Telematics
Roadside assistance**There’s nothing worse than being stranded
on the road with car trouble. No matter what
the problem is (flat tire, out of gas, or engine
trouble), just call OnStar. We will contact the
help you need to get you quickly back on the
road.Stolen vehicle trackingOnStar doesn’t just protect you, it protects
your Saab, too. If your vehicle is ever stolen,
just contact OnStar by calling
1-888-4-ONSTAR. We will put you in touch
with the authorities and aid them in locating
your Saab. Ask your insurance carrier about
possible premium discounts.Accident Assist™Accident Assist™ provides step-by-step
guidance about what to do in case of an
accident. Working with leading insurance
companies we have developed a ”best
practices” list to assist you through most
accident situations. OnStar Accident
Assist™ can make the process of complet-
ing a police report and/or insurance claim
less stressful.
OnStar Med-Net***OnStar MED-NET securely stores your per-
sonal medical information (e.g., physician’s
name, emergency contacts, medications,
chronic conditions) and, in an emergency,
can quickly send it to a medical facility. This
important information can help assist with
diagnosis and treatment. **There will be no charge for Roadside Assistance as
long as your vehicle is under warranty.
***Requires activation and additional fee.Hands-free communicationTalking to an OnStar Advisor is easy and
hands-free. Simply press the OnStar but-
ton, and a small microphone picks up your
voice while the OnStar Advisor talks to you
through your stereo speakers. You can
even adjust the volume to your liking with
the steering wheel controls or the radio
volume knob. Your hands remain on the
steering wheel, while your eyes remain on
the road.Being safe on the road is important, but
there’s more to life than security. There’s liv-
ing. That’s why we have created the OnStar
Premium Plan. It gives you not only the
important protections of the Safety and
Security Plan, but also a whole range of ser-
vices which truly change driving from a
chore to a luxury. All new Saab models
come with a full year of the OnStar Premium
Service Plan.* * New retail deliveries only.
The OnStar Premium
Plan *Route supportWith OnStar Route Support, an Advisor can
help you find your way, no matter how far off
course you are. You can get exact street
directions, or guidance to nearby gas sta-
tions, restaurants, hotels or ATMs.Ride AssistIf you need a lift, anytime of the day or night,
just call OnStar. We’ll contact transportation
and send it right to you.Information and Convenience ser-
vicesOur Advisors have access to over five mil-
lion service listings including hotels, restau-
rants, gas stations, dealerships, hospitals,
ATMs and airports — more than 250 service
categories in all. Our Advisors can even
assist you with hotel and restaurant reser-
vations.*All Saab models come with a full year of Premium Ser-
vice. New retail deliveries only.
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147 Interior equipment, trunk
Removing the parcel shelf1 Open the trunk lid.
2 Unhook the rubber ties.
3 Lift the rear parcel shelf and pull it away from the guide pins in
the front edge of the shelf support.
Load opening (trunk pass through) A load opening is provided in the backrest so that you can carry long
narrow objects.
Switch off the engine and set the parking brake before loading or
unloading long objects. Otherwise, there is risk that you will inadvert-
ently bump the gear/selector lever and the car could start moving.
1 Lower the rear armrest.
2 Open the cover by lifting the locking handle.
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151 Starting and driving
IB943
Starting and driving
Ignition switch ................. 152
Starting the engine .......... 153
Important considerations
for driving....................... 154
Refueling .......................... 157
Engine Break-in Period... 161
Manual transmission ...... 161
Automatic transmission . 162
Cruise Control ................. 169
Braking ............................. 170
Parking ............................. 174
Economical motoring ..... 176 Driving in cold weather ... 177
Driving in hot weather ..... 179
Towing a trailer ................ 179
Driving with a roof rack
load .................................. 182
Driving with the trunk lid
open ................................ 185
Driving in deep water....... 185
Towing the car.................. 185
Jump starting ................... 187
Driving considerations
with compact spare
wheel/tire fitted............... 190
For long trips .................... 190
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152 Starting and drivingIgnition switchThe single lock used for both the ignition
and gear/selector lever is in the center con-
sole located between the front seats. Before
you can remove the key, the car must be in
reverse gear (manual gearbox cars) or the
Parking (P) position (cars with automatic
transmission).
The key for this lock also fits all other locks
in the car. The key number is on a small
plastic tag delivered together with the keys.
Be sure to save this plastic tab since it has
the key number on it.
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LOCK position
Put the gear lever in reverse and turn the ignition key to the LOCK posi-
tion.
For cars with automatic transmission, select the Parking (P) position
and turn the ignition key to the LOCK position.
The gear lever is now locked. The key can only be removed when the
gear lever is in this position.
The parking lights, the hazard warning lights and the interior lighting can
still be illuminated.
OFF position
Gear lever is not locked (manual transmission).
Automatic transmission: gear lever is locked until brake pedal is
depressed.
ON position
The entire electrical system is operative. Do not leave the key in the
ON position while the engine is not running. Turn the key to the
LOCK position to disconnect the electrical system.
When you turn the key to the ON position, the warnings and indicators
in the main instrument light so that you can check to see that they are
functioning properly. They are extinguished after approx. 3 seconds.
Start position (ST)
The starter motor operates in this position. When you release the key,
it springs back to the ON position. Restarting the starter motor is pre-
vented. If starting is unsuccessful, you must turn the key back to a posi-
tion between OFF and LOCK before you can turn it to the start (ST)
position again.
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