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Replacement of brake pad and liningThe right front disc brake and the right rear disc brake
have an audible wear indicators on the brake pads. If
the brake pads wear close to their service limit, the
wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise
when the brake pedal is applied.
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the
brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your
Saab dealer as soon as possible.
If you continue to drive despite the scraping
noise from the audible brake pad wear indica-
tor, it will result in the need for costly brake ro-tor repair or replacement."Breaking-in of new brake pads and lin-
ingsWhen replacing the brake pad or lining, use only gen-
uine Saab parts. After replacement, the new parts
must be broken in as follows:
!Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to
65 km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this
five or more times.
!Parking brake lining
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of about 22 mph
(35 km/h).
2. With the parking brake release button pushed in,
pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY.
(Pulling with a force of approximately 33 lbs [147 N,
15 kg].)
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Incorrect tire pressures detract from controllability and
ride comfort, and they cause the tires to wear abnor-
mally.
!Correct tire pressure (tread worn evenly)
Roadholding is good, and steering is responsive. Roll-
ing resistance is low, so fuel consumption is also low-
er.!Abnormally low tire pressure (tread worn at
shoulders)
Rolling resistance is high, so fuel consumption is also
higher.
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A) Good
B) BlownIf any lights, accessories or other electrical controls do
not operate, inspect the corresponding fuse. If a fuse
has blown, replace it.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and
turn off all electrical accessories.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Determine which fuse may be blown. The back side
of each fuse box cover and the “Fuses and circuits”
section in chapter 12 in this manual show the circuit for
each fuse.
1) Fuse puller4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown, replace it with a
spare fuse of the same rating.
6. If the same fuse blows again, this indicates that its
system has a problem. Contact your Saab dealer for
repairs.
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