2005 SAAB 9-3 lock

123 Interior equipment
Electric windowsThe electric windows are operated by
means of switches in the door armrests.
For the electric windows to work, the remote
control must be in the ON position in the
ignition switch.
At the end of a journey and having removed
the remote control, you can still operate the
windows, so long as neither of the front
doors has been opened.Windows having the automatic closing func-
tion (option) can be operated as long as the
car is unlocked and until 20 minutes has
passed since the remote control was
removed from the ignition switch.
To openPress down the front edge of the button one
step.
The window will stop when it is fully open or
when the button is released.
Automatic opening: Press the button all
the way down and release it.
Comfort opening(option, certain variants only)
Comfort opening is the remote opening of
windows and the sunroof.
Press and hold the unlocking button on the
remote control until the windows and
optional sunroof start to open (approx. 2 s).
During comfort opening of the windows,
sunroof (option) and soft top, the range is
reduced by approximately half.
Convertible: For the remote opening of the
soft top, refer to page 58.
WARNING
Bear in mind the pinch hazard when clos-
ing the side windows. May cause serious
or fatal injuries!
Always remove the remote control
from the ignition switch when you
leave the car. This will prevent
personal injury caused by the activa-
tion of the electric windows, for exam-
ple, due to children playing.
 The person operating the electric
window is responsible for ensuring
that no one, especially a child, has
their head, hands or fingers in the
window openings, before raising the
window.
 Do not stick any part of the body or the
head out through an open window
while the car is moving.
Window switches
Window switch in rear door
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126 Interior equipmentSunroof(optional)
The sunroof is operated by the control in the
roof console. For the sunroof to work, the
remote control must be in the ON position in
the ignition switch.
If the car is equipped with windows having
the automatic closing function, the sunroof
can be opened and closed so long as the car
is unlocked until 20 minutes has passed
since the remote control was removed from
the ignition switch.
To openManually controlled opening
Slide the control rearward to its first position.
The sunroof will halt when you release the
control. If you do not release the control, the
sunroof will open to the comfort position. To
open the sunroof further, release the control
and then once again press it rearward.
Automatic opening
Slide the control rearward to the second
position and release it. The sunroof will
open to the comfort position. To open the
sunroof further, slide the control rearward a
second time.Sunroof without automatic opening
Slide the control rearward to position 1 (see
illustration). The sunroof will stop when you
release the control or once it is fully open.
WARNING
Bear in mind the pinch hazard when clos-
ing the electric sunroof. Risk of serious or
fatal injuries!
Always remove the remote control
from the ignition switch when you
leave the car. This will prevent
personal injury caused by the activa-
tion of the electric sunroof, for exam-
ple, due to children playing.
 The person operating the electric
sunroof is responsible for ensuring
that no one, especially a child, has
their head, hands or fingers in the
opening, before closing the sunroof.
 Do not stick any part of the body or the
head out through an open window
while the car is moving.
Sunroof control1 Manually controlled opening
2 Automatic opening3 Manually controlled closing
4 Automatic closing
5 Ventilation position
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To closeManually controlled closing
Slide the control forward to its first position.
The sunroof will halt when you release the
control.
Automatic closing (certain variants only)
Slide the control forward to its second posi-
tion and release it. The sunroof will close
fully.
The sunroof pinch protection halts closing
and opens the sunroof slightly if something
obstructs closing.
Sunroof without automatic closing
Slide the control forward to position 3 (see
illustration). The sunroof will stop when you
release the control or once it is fully closed.Ventilation position (rear edge of
sunroof open)
 To open – press in the control.
 To close – slide the control forward to the
second position.
It is also possible to select the ventilation
position when the sunroof is open by press-
ing in the control. The sunroof will then close
automatically. Press the control once
more to open the sunroof to its ventilation
position.
If you wish to open the sunroof fully from
the ventilation position, you must first close
it (slide the control forward). You can then
slide the control rearward to open the sun-
roof.
The sunroof incorporates an interior, man-
ual, sliding sun blind.
Sunroof without automatic closing
 To open – press the control up.
 To close – slide the control forward to
position 3.
Comfort opening(option, certain variants only)
Comfort opening is the remote opening of
windows and the sunroof.
Press and hold the unlocking button on the
remote control until the windows and
optional sunroof start to open (approx. 2 s).
During comfort opening of the windows,
sunroof (option) and soft top, the range is
reduced by approximately half.
If the sunroof is in the ventilation position, it
will not open.
Convertible: For the remote opening of the
soft top, refer to page 58.
WARNING
Exercise great care when closing the
sunroof to ensure that nothing gets
trapped.
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128 Interior equipmentPinch protection(if equipped)
The sunroof is equipped with pinch protec-
tion. This is activated if something gets
trapped when the sunroof is being closed.
The sunroof will stop and open slightly.
Temporary overriding the pinch protec-
tion
If dirt, ice or similar create so much resis-
tance that the pinch protection cuts in (sun-
roof cannot be closed), the pinch protection
can be temporarily disengaged.
1 Make sure the ignition is ON.
2 Press and hold the button on the
driver’s door while operating the window
in question.
3 Close the sunroof with the button on the
roof console.
The pinch protection will be operative the
next time the sunroof is operated.
Emergency operation of the
sunroofIn an emergency, such as if there is an elec-
trical failure, the sunroof can be operated
with a screwdriver.
Remove the lens from the roof console. Use
a screwdriver to press in the pin in the slot
in the center of the motor shaft and turn the
screwdriver.
Turn clockwise to close the sunroof when in
ventilation position.
Turn counter-clockwise to close when in
open position.
WARNING
Make sure nothing obstructs the sunroof
when it is closed without pinch protection.
Button for overriding the sunroof pinch
protection
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129 Interior equipment
Interior lightingThe interior lighting consists of one front and
one rear roof light, floor lighting, and cour-
tesy lights in the doors (certain variants
only). The light switch for the interior lighting
is located on the roof console by the rear-
view mirror.When the switch is in the mid-position (door-
activated), the interior lighting will come on:
 When the car is unlocked.
 When a door is opened and the ignition is
OFF.
 When the remote control is removed from
the ignition switch.
The lighting goes out:
 When the car is locked.
 When the ignition is turned on.
 Approx. 20 s after closing all doors.
The lights are dimmed out gradually.
If a door is left open and the light switch is in
position 2 or 3 and the ignition is OFF, the
interior lighting will be switched off automat-
ically after 20 minutes to save the battery.The glove box lighting is switched on and off
automatically when the glove box is opened
and closed.1 Interior lighting always off
2 Interior lighting controlled by the doors
3 Interior lighting on continuously
Rear lighting1 Reading lights
2 Roof light
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132 Interior equipmentPower Outlet(if equipped)
You can use the electrical socket in the stor-
age compartment under the armrest
between the front seats to charge a mobile
phone, for example. There is a recess on
each side of the compartment which will
accept a lead so that you can close the lid
without damaging the charger lead.
Storage compartmentsThere are additional storage compartments
in the rear seat armrest, below the front ash-
tray and in the doors.
WARNING
The maximum output of the cigarette
lighter socket is 240 W (20 A). The rating
of the socket in the compartment between
the seats is the same. Overloading can
result in melting or even fire.
WARNING
The glove box must be closed while trav-
elling. An open glove box door could
cause personal injury in the event of a
crash.
Open the glove box with the button on the
left of the moulding.
Convertible has lockable glove box. Use
the traditionally key, see page 48.
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138 Interior equipmentReprogramming a single button
To program a device to the garage opener
using a button previously trained, follow
these steps:
1 Press and hold the desired button. DO
NOT release the button.
2 The indicator light will begin to flash after
20 seconds. Without releasing the
button, proceed with "Programming" -
step 3.
Erasing the three buttons
To erase programming from the three but-
tons (individual buttons cannot be erased
but can be "reprogrammed" as outlined
below), follow the step noted:
 Press and hold the two outer buttons until
the indicator light begins to flash-after
20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do
not hold for longer that 30 seconds. The
garage opener is now in the train (or
learning) mode and can be programmed
at any time beginning with "Programming"
- step 3.Opening a garage door
To operate, simply press and release the
programmed button. Activation will now
occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door
opener, gate operator, security system,
entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.).
For convenience, the hand-held transmitter
of the device may also be used at any time.
AutodimmingPress button 5 briefly to switch autodimming
on or off. When autodimming is switched on,
a 1 is displayed briefly in the compass win-
dow. A 0 indicates that autodimming is
switched off. See page 135 for a description
of operation.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
must accept any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Canada only:
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Buttons for garage opener, autodimming
and compass1–3 Garage opener
4LED
5 Autodimming/compass ON/OFF
6 Compass bearing
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140 Interior equipmentTrunkFolding down the rear seat, Sport SedanConvertible: The rear seat cannot be folded.
WARNING
 Never drive the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into
position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the
event of heavy braking or a crash.
 Never leave a child or animal unattended in the car. During
sunny weather the temperature in the passenger and trunk
can climb to 160–180°F (70–80°C). Small children are very
susceptible to heat stroke.
 Keep hands well clear of all moving parts.
 Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There is always
a danger of loose objects being thrown forward and causing
injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a
crash. See also page 189.
 When folding the backrest back upright, make sure that it is
locked correctly on both sides. This is imperative since the
center safety belt is mounted in the backrest.
 When folding the backrest back upright, make sure that it is
locked correctly on both sides. This is imperative since other-
wise objects in the trunk could force their way into the cabin
during heavy breaking or a crash.
 Adjust the head restraints for the rear seats to be occupied to
a suitable height before riding in the car.
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