2005 SAAB 9-3 engine

104 Instruments and controlsAir distributionThe air distribution control is used to direct the flow of air to the
defroster, panel and floor vents.
The control also permits settings in between the three main settings
defroster, panel and floor:
 defroster and floor
 panel and floor
 defroster, panel and floor (11 o’clock position)
To counter cold drafts from the front side windows when the control
has been set to defroster or floor, a small flow of air issues from
the outer vents on the fascia.
As the winter comfort setting, we recommend that the distribution
knob be turned to .
Recommended settings in severe coldOn starting with a cold engine, set the fan speed to 2 or 3 and select
maximum heat and defroster to heat the cabin and demist the wind-
shield as quickly as possible.
When the engine is warmer and the temperature gauge starts to
rise, fan setting 4 may be chosen. Once the windshield is clear, the
air distribution control should be turned to .
If the rear seat passengers desire more warmth to the feet, turn the
distribution knob one step clockwise.
How quickly the engine warms up will depend on how the car is
driven. It will take longer for the engine to warm up if the car is driven
in a high gear at low engine speeds, such as in town, than if it is
driven at high engine speeds on a highway, for example.
Do not use fan speed 5. This is primarily intended for rapid cooling
during the summer. Using it in cold weather will delay the engine
warm-up time and providing heat to the passenger compartment.
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106 Instruments and controlsAir ventsThe air vents swivel universally, so that air
can be directed as desired. In winter, for
instance, the outer vents can be directed
onto the door windows for enhanced
demisting.
The amount of air can be individually con-
trolled by the regulator on each vent. If you
wish to reduce the airflow, start by half-
shutting the vent in question.The air conditioning is combined with the
conventional climate control system and
is switched on by pressing the but-
ton, provided that the fan control is in
position 1-5.
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,
it is heated.
If the engine coolant gets too hot, the A/C
compressor will be turned off.
Convertible: When the soft top or all the
windows are open in a hot, humid climate, it
is recommended to switch off the air condi-
tioning to save fuel. Also, if the air condition-
ing is on, condensation may form on cold
surfaces such as the floor air ducts.
Condensation waterWhen the A/C compressor is on, the incom-
ing air is dehumidified. The resulting con-
densation water is drained away through an
outlet under the car.
It is therefore perfectly normal for water to
be seen dripping from this outlet when the
car is parked. The warmer the ambient air
and the higher the humidity, the more con-
densation will form.
When the button is pressed, the reg-
ular air intake will be closed. In this mode,
the air inside the cabin is recirculated.
Use recirculation when you wish for rapid
cooling at very high outside temperatures.
Switch the air conditioning (A/C) on first.
If necessary, recirculation can be switched
on manually to avoid unpleasant air from
entering the car.
Only use recirculation for a short period
of time at temperatures lower than 50°F
(+10°C), such as to avoid unpleasant air.
Mist or ice may otherwise form on the
windows.
Air conditioning (A/C)
Recirculation
Panel vent
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111 Instruments and controls
FunctionsPressing AUTO will cancel all manual settings.
If a manual function is selected, it will be locked in but other functions
will be controlled automatically.
The selected temperature is always maintained automatically.
Temperature, air distribution, fan speed and recir-
culation will be controlled automatically.
In falling temperatures the A/C compressor is
switched off at approx. 32°F (0 °C).
In rising temperatures the A/C compressor is
switched on at approx. 40°F (+5 °C).
If, when starting the car, the outside air temperature
is between 32°F and 40°F (0 and +5 °C), the A/C
compressor is switched on.
Pressing AUTO once will cancel all previous manual
air distribution selections.
When the engine is started, the ACC system will be
in AUTO mode, provided that no air distribution set-
tings are programmed under Profiler (see
page 117).
The A/C compressor must be turned on and off
manually with the AC button.
The compressor can only be turned on or off while
the engine is running.
This function has two modes:
 AC – The system cools and dehumidifies the
incoming air. This symbol is not shown in the
display.
 AC-OFF – The A/C compressor is switched off.
The incoming air is not cooled or dehumidified.
See also Profiler on page 117.
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113 Instruments and controls
Recirculation is controlled manually.
Recirculation is not selected when the engine is
started (fresh air mode).
Press or to increase or decrease the fan
speed. This sets the fan speed (fan speed shown on
display).
Refer also to Profiler regarding the possibility to
increase/decrease the automatic fan speed.
Air distribution
When defroster is chosen, all the front windows are
demisted:

High fan speedThe air is directed to the defroster ventsNormal temperature controlRecirculation OFFRear window and door mirror heating ON
.
The system will remain in defroster mode until the
or button is pressed.
The following three buttons for air distribution can be selected indi-
vidually or in combination. Press the button or selection of buttons
to produce the airflow you desire. Pressing the same button twice
will return the system to AUTO. You can also select automatic air
distribution by pressing the AUTO button.
Initial air distribution to take effect on starting the engine can be set
under Profiler (see page 117).
Airflow to windshield vents.
Airflow to facia air vents.
Airflow to floor vents.
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118 Instruments and controls
Explanation of how the ACC system can be
customized under Profiler.
Climate System
Rear Defroster
AutoManual
Heated Seats
AutoManual
Fan Settings
High speedMedium speedLow speed
Air Distribution
AutoManual
WindshieldPanelFloor
A/C Mode
AutoA/C off
Dual/Single Zone
Dual zoneSingle zone
Default Settings
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Rear Defroster
Auto:The rear window and door mirror
heating is controlled automatically.
This is one of the Default Settings.
Manual:
The rear window and door mirror
heating is switched on with
the button on ACC panel.
Convertible: The rear window heating
cannot be turned on when the soft top is
folded.
Heated Seats
Auto:
The front seat heating is controlled
automatically.
Select the level by repeatedly
pressing the appropriate button on
the ACC panel: 2 arrows on symbol
= standard; 3 arrows = high; 1 arrow
= low. The selected heating setting
is saved when the engine is
switched off. Note: The symbol on
the ACC panel goes out if the heat-
ing is turned off automatically by the
system.
Manual:
See Electric heating, front seats
(option) on page 116
.
This is one of the Default Settings.
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119 Instruments and controls
Fan Settings
High speed:
This selection give a slightly higher
fan speed than Medium speed
though with continued automatic
regulation.
Medium speed:
Normal automatic fan speed. This is
one of the Default Settings.
Low speed:
This selection give a slightly lower
fan speed than Medium speed
though with continued automatic
regulation.
Convertible: Fan speed is not regulated
automatically when the soft top is open.
Air Distribution
Auto:
The ACC system adapts air tem-
perature and distribution to the pre-
vailing conditions. This is one of the
Default Settings
.
Manual:
Windshield:
The ACC system directs almost
all air to the windshield.
Panel:
The ACC system directs almost
all air to air vents in the fascia.
Floor:
The ACC system directs almost
all air to the floor.
A/C Mode
Auto:
Automatic engagement and disen-
gagement of the A/C. This is one of
the Default Settings.
A/C off:
A/C compressor OFF (see also
page 111). The A/C compressor
can be activated temporarily by
pressing the AC or AUTO button
while on the road and if the outside
temperature is above 41°F (+5°C).
The A/C will be off the next time the
engine is started, if the engine has
been switched off for more than
2hours.
Convertible: The A/C compressor is
switched off when the soft top is folded
down.
Further customizations to this function can
be made at a Saab dealer.
 The A/C compressor can be on even
when the soft top is folded down.
 The A/C compressor can be set to
operate as when the soft top was last
folded down.Dual/Single Zone
Dual zone:
Individual temperature setting for
each zone (see page 109). The sys-
tem saves the settings when the
engine is switched off. This is one of
the Default Settings.
Single zone:
Common temperature setting when
the engine is started. If the temper-
ature setting for the passenger zone
is changed, the system will switch to
Dual zone control. Single zone con-
trol will return the next time the
engine is started having been
switched off for more than 2 hours.
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142 Interior equipmentLoad-through hatch, Sport SedanConvertible: There is no load-through hatch.
A load-through hatch is incorporated in the rear seat backrest to
enable long, narrow items to be carried inside the car.
Before loading or unloading long items, switch off the engine and
apply the parking brake. This avoids the danger of the car moving
off if a long item were to knock the gear or selector lever into gear.
 Fold down the armrest and open the hatch by lifting the handle.
There is a lock on the rear side of the hatch. Use this to lock or unlock
the hatch. The position of the lock is designed to prevent unautho-
rized persons from accessing the trunk from inside the cabin.
To lock: Open the hatch and lock the lock. Close the hatch. The
hatch is now locked.
To unlock: Fold down the wide section of the backrest and unlock
the lock. Alternatively, you can unlock the hatch from the trunk.
WARNING
 Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle
safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury result-
ing from the displacement of the load on hard braking or in the
event of a crash.
 Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its
handling characteristics (see page 268).
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145 Starting and driving
Ignition switch ________ 146
Steering wheel lock ____ 148
Starting the engine ____ 148
Important considerations
for driving __________ 150
Refueling ____________ 153
Engine Break-in Period _ 157
Manual transmission___ 158
Automatic transmission 159
Cruise control ________ 165
Braking ______________ 166
Traction Control System
(TCS) ______________ 169
Electronic Stability
Program (ESP) ______ 171
Parking brake_________ 173
Parking ______________ 173
Saab Parking Assistance 176 Economical driving _____ 179
Driving in cold weather__ 181
Driving in hot climates __ 183
Towing a trailer ________ 184
Driving with a roof rack
load ________________ 188
Driving with a load _____ 189
Driving with the trunk lid
open________________ 189
Driving in deep water ___ 189
Driving at night ________ 190
Towing the car _________ 190
Driving with the compact
spare tire ____________ 193
Jump starting _________ 193
For long trips __________ 196
Starting and driving
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