2004 SAAB 9-5 load capacity

243 Car care and technical information
Maximum Load rating: The load rating for
a tire at the maximum permissible inflation
pressure for that tire.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The
sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehi-
cle capacity weight; and production options
weight.
Maximum Permissible Inflation Pres-
sure: The maximum cold inflation pressure
to which a tire may be inflated.
Normal occupant weight: The number of
occupants a vehicle is designed to seat mul-
tipled by 150 pounds (68 kg). See “Loading
Your Vehicle” on page 242.
Occupant Distribution: Designated seat-
ing positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a
asymmetrical tire that has a particular side
that faces outward when mounted on a vehi-
cle. The side of the tire that contains a white-
wall bears white lettering or bears manufac-
turer, brand and or model name molding on
the other sidewall of the tire.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on
passenger cars and some light duty trucks
and multipurpose vehicles.Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehi-
cle manufacturer´s recommended tire infla-
tion pressure shown on the tire placard, see
“Inflation - Tire Pressure” on page 233 and
“Loading Your Vehicle” on page 242.
Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which
the ply cords that extend to the beads are
laid at substantially 90 degrees to the cen-
terline of the tread.
Rim: A metal support for a tire or a tire and
tube assembly upon which the tire beads
are seated.
Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the
tread and the bead.
Speed rating: An alphanumeric code
assigned to a tire indicating the maximum
speed at which a tire can operate.
Traction: The friction between the tire and
the road surface. The amount of grip pro-
vided.
Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands,
sometimes called “wear bars”, that show
across the tread of a tire when only
2/32 inch of tread remains. See “When It Is
Time for New Tires” on page 235.Tread Width: The width of the tire´s tread.
UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grade Stan-
dards, a tire information system that pro-
vides consumers with ratings for a tire´s
traction, temperature and treadwear. Rat-
ings are determined by tire manufacturers
using government testing procedures. The
rating are molded into the sidewall of the
tire. See “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” on
page 237.
Vehicle Capacity Weight: Is the number of
designated seating positions multipled by
150 pounds (68 kg) plus the rated cargo
load. See “Loading Your Vehicle” on page
242.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load
on an individual tire due to curb weight,
accessory weight, occupant weight and
cargo weight.
Vehicle Placard: A label permanently
attached to a vehicle showing original
equipment tire size and the recommended
cold inflation pressure. See “Loading Your
Vehicle” on page 242.
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244 Car care and technical informationSteps for Determining Correct Load
Limit
1 Locate the statement “The
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed
XXX pounds” on your vehicle´s
placard.
2 Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
3 Substract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers from
XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
4 The resulting figure equals the avail-
able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the
“XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers
in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capac-
ity is 650 lbs. (1400–750 (5x150) =
650 lbs.).5 Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity calcu-
lated in Step 4.
6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load from your trailer will be trans-
ferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehi-
cle.Winter tires
Winter (snow) tires are recommended for
winter climates where the majority of your
driving will be done on snow and ice. Winter
tires should be fitted to all four wheels to
maintain a proper balance. Your Saab
dealer can advise you of to the correct size
tire for your car (if different from the original
size) and also supply Saab approved winter
tires pre-mounted on steel or alloy rims.
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271 Specifications
Trailer:
Luggage compartment
Volume (SAE):
9-5 Sedan _______________________ 15.9 cu.ft.
(450 litres)
9-5 Wagon, rear seat upright ________ 31.4 cu. ft.
(890 litres)
9-5 Wagon, rear seat folded _________ 73.0 cu. ft.
(2067 litres)
Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Sedan:
Rear seat upright _________________ 43.0 in (1092 mm)
Rear seat folded down _____________ 67.5 in (1714 mm)
Luggage compartment, length, 9-5 Wagon:
Rear seat upright _________________ 42.8 in (1087 mm)
Rear seat folded __________________ 61.2 in (1732 mm)
WARNING
 The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded.
Note that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are
fitted, the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of
these.
 When carrying a load in the luggage compartment, make sure
that it is tied down securely, particularly when part or all of the
rear seat is folded down.
Maximum towing speed, trailer with brakes 60 mph (100 km/h)
Trailer with brakes _________________ Maximum weight:
3500 lbs (1588 kg)
Trailer without brakes ______________ Maximum weight:
1000 lbs (450 kg)
Maximum load on ball hitch __________ 110–165 lbs
(50–75 kg)
The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by
Saab Automobile AB.
Note that local restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and
weights (see page 178).
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285 Index
JJack
_________________________ 249
KKey
___________________________ 40
Key to chassis number
___________ 281
Key, remove
___________________ 148
LLATCH (child safety)
______________ 24
Labeling, tire sidewall ____________ 240
Labels
__________________________ 7
Leather upholstery, care of
________ 253
Light horn
______________________ 69
Light switches ___________________ 69
Loading your vehicle
_____________ 242
Luggage-compartment lighting
_____ 130
MMain instrument panel
____________ 54
Main/dipped beam
_______________ 69
Maintenance schedule ___________ 264
Maintenance, A/C-system _________ 252
Manual gearbox, technical data
____ 276
Maxi fuses
_____________________ 228
Milometer ______________________ 60
Motoring abroad
________________ 258
NNew tires, buying
_______________ 235
Night Panel
_____________________ 67
OOil capacity, engine
______________ 272
Oil change, engine ______________ 204
Oil specification
_________________ 272
OnStar
________________________ 107
Outdoor temperature
______________ 63
Owner assistance
_______________ 265
PPaintwork, touching-in
____________ 255
Parking Assistance
______________ 194
Parking lights
___________________ 69
Plates and labels ________________ 280
Poly-V-belt
____________________ 212
Power steering _________________ 209
Power-steering fluid
_____________ 209
Pressure gauge
__________________ 62
Programming I, ACC
______________ 81
Programming II, ACC _____________ 82
Programming the ACC ____________ 81
QQuality grading, tires
_____________ 237
Questions on function of airbag
______ 37
Quick guide, Audio System
_________ 87
RRadiator fan
____________________ 212
Radio
__________________________ 90
Rain sensor
_____________________ 73
Rear fog light ____________________ 70
Rear seat, 9-5 Sedan, folding
______ 135
Rear seat, 9-5 Wagon, folding ______ 138
Rear-seat head restraints
__________ 16
Rear-view mirror, antidazzle _______ 125
Rearview mirrors
________________ 121
Reclamation
___________________ 258
Recommendations for cars with
automatic transmission, towing a
camper or trailer
_______________ 179
Refuelling
_____________________ 154
Relay panel ____________________ 230
Remote control __________________ 40
Remote-control battery, changing
____ 43
Remove the key
________________ 148
Replacement, wheel _____________ 238
Reporting safety defects __________ 266
Reprogramming of systems _______ 282
Reservoir, power-steering fluid _____ 209
Rev counter
_____________________ 60
Reversing lights
__________________ 72
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