2003 SAAB 9-5 instrument panel

79 Instruments and controls
Temperature control The cabin is divided into two temperature
zones:
 The driver’s zone
 The passenger zone (front and rear
seats)
The desired temperature can be set
between 58 and 82°F (15 and 27°C). In
addition, there are also HI and LO settings
(see below). The HI and LO settings for the
passenger zone can only be selected if they
are also selected for the driver’s zone.
The displayed temperature is not the abso-
lute temperature but corresponds to the
comfort level normally experienced at that
temperature 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
64–76°F (18–24°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).
 Once the desired climate has been
achieved, the rear center vents can be
closed to prevent warm air being distrib-
uted at face height.Settings when HI selected:
 Maximum heat
 Air distribution to windshield and floor
 Recirculation OFF (even if manually
selected before)
 Fan: high speed
 Settings shown on ACC display
Settings when LO selected:
 Maximum cooling (A/C compressor will
run even if ECON manually selected
before)
 Air distribution through panel vents
 Fan: maximum speed
 Recirculation ON
 Settings shown on ACC display
IB369
Air vent at rear side window
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82 Instruments and controlsAir distribution
Press once: Defrosting of all windows will take
place (air flow to rear side windows shut off) with: The fan running at high speed.
 Air being distributed to the defroster vents.
 Normal temperature control will operate.
 Recirculation will be OFF.
 Heating of the rear window and door mirrors will
be switched ON.The defroster function will continue to operate until
a new selection is made, although the heating for
the rear window and door mirrors will be switched
off automatically after 2–10 minutes, depending on
the temperature outside.
Press twice: Air will be directed onto the windshield
with no increase in the fan speed. The heating for
the rear window will not be switched on.
To revert to the previous selection, press the AUTO
button.
ACC65
Defroster & floor vents
Floor vents and rear side windows
Floor & panel vents
ACC66ACC67ACC68
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Starting in cold weather
To start with, the system will automatically select the defroster set-
ting, 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.
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 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.
As the temperature inside the car nears the selected value, the fan
speed will be decreased to a value determined by the system.
Programming IManual selections can be programmed into the ACC system so that
these will take effect when the car is started. Note that the ignition
must be switched off for at least ten minutes after programming for
the selections to be saved in the system’s memory.
1 Make sure the ignition is ON.
2 Select the desired settings.
3 Press and , simultaneously
(the display will flash to confirm that the settings have been
recorded).
Example: If you want air distribution through the panel vents when
you start the car, press
and then save the setting by pressing
and .
Cancelling the programmed settings (I) To cancel the programmed settings, press and
simultaneously (the display will flash to confirm that the settings
have been cancelled). Panel (and center rear vent)
ACC69
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87 Instruments and controls
Afterheater, V6-engine
carsThe afterheater enables a comfortable tem-
perature to be maintained inside the car
even after the engine has been switched off.
The heater can be activated up to 10 min-
utes after the engine has stopped, although
the coolant temperature must be at least
104°F (40°C) for the heater to operate.
To start the heater:
1 The ignition should be OFF.
2 Press and hold the AUTO button on the
ACC panel for about a second, until a
chime is sounded and the following
appears on the SID:
”SPARE HEATER
ACTIVATED”.
After five seconds, the SID will indicate how
much heat is available (0–100 %).
To switch off the heater:
1 Press the OFF button on the ACC panel.
The heater will also be switched off if the
ignition is turned ON. The following settings will be used when the
heater is running:
 Air distribution in AUTO mode.
 Recirculation not active but can be
selected manually.
 Fan speed is automatic and cannot be
changed.
 Only the fan speed is shown on the dis-
play. If AUTO is pressed, the system
selections will be indicated.
The following controls do not operate while
the afterheater is on:
 Rear-window heating.
 ECON.
 User presets.
Some of the functions can be repro-
grammed. For further information, please
consult your Saab dealer (see page 271).
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90 Saab 9-5 Audio SystemTo get the best out of your Saab 9-5 Audio
System, we recommend that you read
through this entire section.
The Saab 9-5 Audio System is available in
two versions: Premium on the 9-5 Linear
and Prestige on the 9-5 Arc and 9-5 Aero
(Prestige system is also available as an
option in the U.S. on the 9-5 Linear model.)
Both models have been specially matched
to the Saab 9-5 cabin.
The two systems are comprised of a radio,
CD player and cassette player.
A six-disc CD changer for installation in the
luggage compartment is available as a
dealer-installed accessory/option.
The Premium system has seven speakers:
three mounted in the fascia (the center
speaker further enhances the overall sound
image) and one in each door.
The Prestige system (harman kardon) has
nine speakers (9-5 Sport Wagon has eight
speakers): three mounted in the fascia (the
center speaker further enhances the sound
image), one in each door and two subwoof-
ers in the rear window shelf (9-5 Sport
Wagon: one subwoofer in the luggage com-
partment). The subwoofers enhance repro-
duction of the lowest bass notes.The Audio System is connected to the Saab
Information Display (SID), which is at the
top of the main instrument panel. Mes-
sages, indicators and the like for the Audio
System are shown on this display.
Indicator
AS Radio is in Autostore mode
RDM Random playback of CD
tracks when CD player
selected
(DOLBY B/C) DOLBY B/C noise reduction
on for cassette player
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135 Interior equipment and trunk
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 (accessory)The car can be equipped with three ash-
trays: 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. 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.
IB1180
Sun visor
IB1285
1
2
Front ashtray 1 Press soft to open/close
2 Pull out one side at an angle
IB434
Rear ashtray
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138 Interior equipment and trunkCup holders Cup holders are provided in the instrument
panel fascia, in the center console compart-
ment between the front seats, and in the
rear-seat armrest.
To access the cup holder in the instrument
panel, press the symbol and release.
To access the cup holder in the rear seat
armrest, lower the armrest and press the
front edge of the holder. Close in the same
way.
The number of cup holders provided may
vary between models.
WARNING
 The cup holder should not be used to
hold cups made of china, glass or hard
plastic as these can cause injury in the
event of a crash.
 Use only for paper cups or aluminium
cans.
 Avoid spillage, particularly of hot
drinks.
 Avoid putting oversized cups in the
cup holder.NOTICETake care not to spill any liquid on the
audio system when using the cup
holders. Soft drinks in particular can
cause malfunction.
IB1153
1
2
Cup holder in center console
IB443
Cup holder in rear armrest
Press the edge to open/close.
IB444
Cup holder in fascia 1 Press symbol to open
2 Lift bottom to close
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155 Starting and driving
Limp-home modeThe car’s engine-management system
includes a diagnostic function that checks
numerous internal functions after the
engine has been shut off. If a fault is
detected in the throttle system, the
engine-management system puts the throt-
tle system into the limp-home mode. This
limits idling control, disables the cruise-con-
trol system and limits the capacity of the A/C
compressor.
If the limp-home mode is in operation
(”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)”
light on, see below) and the outside temper-
ature is close to or below freezing, you may
need to use some throttle on starting (some
pressure on the accelerator).
If the diagnostic system has detected a fault
in the engine-management system, the
”Engine malfunction (CHECK ENGINE)”
light on the main instrument panel will
come on (see page 59), indicating that you
should have the car checked as soon as
possible by an authorized Saab dealer.
Important
considerations for
drivingThe engine-management system in the
Saab 9-5 is called Saab Trionic T7. The
system manages the ignition, fuel injection
and turbo boost pressure.
The Trionic T7 system developed by Saab
is an intelligent engine-management
system designed to achieve optimum driv-
ability under differing driving conditions.
The system makes adjustments automati-
cally, for instance, if the car is being driven
at altitude (oxygen-deficient air), for differ-
ent grades of fuel (AON 87–93) and for dif-
ferent load conditions.
1 Starting and driving
 Refrain from using full throttle before
the engine has warmed up (before
needle in mid-range on temperature
gauge).
 A safety function prevents the engine
from revving faster than 6,000 rpm by
limiting the induction air.
2 Stopping the engine
 Do not rev the engine immediately
before switching it off – stop the engine
when it is idling.
3 Regulating the boost pressure
 The system is optimized for fuel with an
octane rating of AON 90. The 2.3 T
(Aero) and 3.0t V6 are optimized for
NOTICEIf the CHECK ENGINE warning light
starts to flash, ease off the accelerator
slightly. If the light does not cease to flash
within 5 seconds, stop the car in a suit-
able place as soon as possible and turn
off the engine. The car must be towed to
an authorized Saab dealer.
If the CHECK ENGINE warning light
flashes, it indicates that the engine is mis-
firing which can result in damage to the
catalytic converter.
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