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Climate control
Ventilation ........................................................... 4-2
Air flow selection .................................................... 4-2
Center and side vents ............................................ 4-3
Manual climate control system
3 ..................... 4-3
Control panel .......................................................... 4-3
Heater operation ..................................................... 4-5
Air conditioner operation ....................................... 4-7
Automatic climate control system
3 ............... 4-7
Control panel .......................................................... 4-8
To use as full-automatic climate control
system ................................................................... 4-8
To use as semi-automatic climate control
system ................................................................... 4-8
Fan speed control dial ........................................... 4-8
Temperature control dial ........................................ 4-9
Air flow control dial ................................................ 4-9
Air inlet selection button ........................................ 4-9
Air conditioner button ............................................ 4-10
Temperature sensors ............................................. 4-10
Operating tips for heater and air
conditioner ...................................................... 4-11
Cleaning ventilation grille ...................................... 4-11
Efficient cooling after parking in direct
sunlight ................................................................. 4-11
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant
circuit .................................................................... 4-11
Checking air conditioning system before
summer season .................................................... 4-11
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity
and low temperature weather conditions .......... 4-11Air conditioner compressor shut-off when
engine is heavily loaded ...................................... 4-12
Refrigerant for your climate control system ........ 4-12
Air filtration system
3 ........................................ 4-12
Replacing an air filter ............................................. 4-12
3 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend
on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options
or accessories)
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any problem with the air conditioning sys-
tem.
Air conditioner compressor
shut-off when engine is
heavily loadedTo improve acceleration and gas mileage,
the air conditioner compressor is de-
signed to temporarily shut off during air
conditioner operation whenever the accel-
erator is fully depressed such as during
rapid acceleration or when driving on a
steep upgrade.
Refrigerant for your climate
control systemYour air conditioner uses ozone friendly
refrigerant HFC134a. Therefore, the
method of adding, changing or checking
the refrigerant is different from the method
for CFC12 (Freon). Consult your Saab
dealer for service. Repairs needed as a
result of using the wrong refrigerant are
not covered under warranty.
Air filtration system 3If your vehicle’s air conditioning system is
equipped with an air filtration system, re-
place the filter element according to the
replacement schedule shown in the fol-
lowing. This schedule should be followed
to maintain the filter’s dust collection abili-
ty. Under extremely dusty conditions, the
filter should be replaced more frequently.
It is recommended that you have your fil-
ter checked or replaced by your Saab
dealer. For replacement, use only a genu-
ine Saab air filter kit.Replacement schedule:
Every 12 months or 15,000 miles (24,000
km) whichever comes first

Replacing an air filter1. Remove the glove box.
1) Open the glove box.
2) Remove the nine screws and the one
clip securing the glove box.
3) Disconnect the glove box light con-
nector.
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2. Unhook the hooks of the air filter cover
and remove the cover.1) Air filter element3. Draw out the air filter element.
1) Air filter element
2) Arrow mark4. Replace the air filter element with new
one.
5. Reinstall the air filter cover.
6. Connect the connector, and reinstall
the glove box.
7. Close the glove box.
400605
1
400606
The arrow mark on the filter must
point down.
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400607
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NOTEThe filter can influence the air condi-
tioning, heating and defroster perfor-
mance if not properly maintained.Contact your dealer if the following
occurs, even if it is not yet time to
change the filter:

Reduction of the air flow through
the vents.

Windshield gets easily fogged or
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Maintenance and service
Maintenance schedule ....................................... 11-3
Maintenance precautions .................................. 11-3
Before checking or servicing in the engine
compartment ........................................................ 11-4
When you do checking or servicing in the engine
compartment while the engine is running ......... 11-4
Engine hood ....................................................... 11-4
Engine compartment overview ......................... 11-6
Non-turbo models ................................................... 11-6
Turbo models .......................................................... 11-7
Engine oil ............................................................ 11-8
Checking the oil level ............................................. 11-8
Changing the oil and oil filter ................................ 11-8
Recommended grade and viscosity ..................... 11-11
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe
driving conditions ................................................ 11-11
Synthetic oil ............................................................ 11-12
Cooling system .................................................. 11-12
Cooling fan, hose and connections ...................... 11-12
Engine coolant ........................................................ 11-13
Air cleaner element ............................................ 11-15
Replacing the air cleaner element ......................... 11-16
Spark plugs ......................................................... 11-18
Recommended spark plugs ................................... 11-18
Drive belts ........................................................... 11-18
Manual transmission oil .................................... 11-19
Checking the oil level ............................................. 11-19
Recommended grade and viscosity ..................... 11-20
Automatic transmission fluid ............................ 11-20
Checking the fluid level .......................................... 11-20
Recommended fluid ............................................... 11-21
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) ............ 11-22
Checking the oil level ............................................. 11-22
Recommended grade and viscosity ..................... 11-22
Rear differential gear oil .................................... 11-23
Checking the gear oil level .................................... 11-23
Recommended grade and viscosity ..................... 11-23
Power steering fluid ........................................... 11-24
Checking the fluid level .......................................... 11-24
Recommended fluid ............................................... 11-25
Brake fluid ........................................................... 11-25
Checking the fluid level .......................................... 11-25
Recommended brake fluid ..................................... 11-26
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) .................................. 11-26
Checking the fluid level .......................................... 11-26
Recommended clutch fluid .................................... 11-27
Brake booster ..................................................... 11-27
Brake pedal ......................................................... 11-27
Checking the brake pedal free play ...................... 11-27
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance ......... 11-28
Clutch pedal (MT vehicles) ................................ 11-28
Checking the clutch function ................................ 11-28
Checking the clutch pedal free play ..................... 11-28
Replacement of brake pad and lining ............... 11-29
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings .......... 11-29
Parking brake stroke .......................................... 11-30
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6. Pour the coolant and fill to the reservoir
tank’s “FULL” level mark.
7. Put the radiator cap back on and tight-
en firmly. At this time, make sure that therubber gasket in the radiator cap is cor-
rectly in place.
8. Start and run the engine for more than
five minutes at 2,000 to 3,000 rpm.
9. Stop the engine and wait until the cool-
ant cools down (122 to 140
F [50 to
60
C]). If there is any loss of coolant, add
coolant to the radiator’s filler neck and to
the reserve tank’s “FULL” level.
10.Put the radiator cap and reservoir cap
back on and tighten firmly.
Air cleaner elementThe air cleaner element functions as a fil-
ter screen. When the element is perforat-
ed or removed, engine wear will be exces-
sive and engine life shortened.
The air cleaner element is a viscous type.
It is unnecessary to clean or wash the ele-
ment.

Be careful not to spill engine cool-
ant when adding it. If coolant
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If engine coolant gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
off.

Do not splash the engine coolant
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.
B00018
Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters in-
take air but also stops flames if the
engine backfires. If the air cleaner
element is not installed when the en-
gine backfires, you could be burned.
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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......................................... 7-16
Warning light ....................................................... 3-12, 7-17
Accessories ............................................................. 5-2, 11-43
Accessory power outlet ...................................................... 6-6
Active head restraint ........................................................... 1-4
Air cleaner element ......................................................... 11-15
Air conditioner operation .................................................... 4-7
Air filtration system ........................................................... 4-12
Air flow selection ................................................................ 4-2
Alarm system .................................................................... 2-13
All-Wheel Drive warning light ( AWD AT vehicles) ........... 3-14
Aluminum wheels ............................................................ 11-35
Antenna system ................................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......................................... 7-16
Arming the system ............................................................ 2-13
Ashtray ............................................................................... 6-7
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ................................... 3-12
Audio Systems ................................................................... 5-3
Automatic climate control system ....................................... 4-7
Automatic transmission (AT) ............................................ 7-10
Capacities .................................................................... 12-4
Fluid ............................................................................ 11-20
Selector lever ................................................................ 7-11
Shift lock release ......................................................... 7-13
Temperature warning light ........................................... 3-12
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-10
B
Battery ............................................................................. 11-40
Jump starting ................................................................. 9-8
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) ............... 2-9Brake
Booster ...................................................................... 11-27
Fluid ........................................................................... 11-25
Pad and lining ............................................................ 11-29
Pedal .......................................................................... 11-27
Brake pedal
Free play .................................................................... 11-27
Reserve distance ....................................................... 11-28
Brake system .................................................................... 7-15
Warning light ................................................................ 3-13
Braking ............................................................................. 7-15
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................ 11-29
Tips .............................................................................. 7-15
Bulb
Chart ............................................................................ 12-9
Replacing ................................................................... 11-44
C
Capacities ......................................................................... 12-4
Cargo
Area cover ..................................................................... 6-9
Area light ............................................................. 6-2, 11-52
Tie-down hooks ............................................................ 6-10
Catalytic converter .............................................................. 8-3
Center
Console .......................................................................... 6-4
Vents .............................................................................. 4-3
Changing
Flat tire ........................................................................... 9-4
Oil and oil filter ............................................................. 11-8
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