Keys and doors
2-9
2
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side of the power door locking switch,
close the driver’s door once within 10 sec-
onds after Step 4.
6. The turn signal lights flashes 3 times to
indicate completion of the setting.NOTEIf you do not close the driver’s door
within 10 seconds after Step 4, a flash
of the turn signal lights will signal time-
out. If this happens, repeat the whole
procedure from Step 1.
You may have the above settings done by
your Saab dealer.Replacing the batteryWhen the transmitter battery begins to get
weak, transmitter range will begin to de-
crease. Replace the battery as soon as
possible.To replace the battery:
0
1. Open the transmitter case using a flat-
head screwdriver.
2. Separate the case.
3. Remove the old battery from the hold-
er.
1) Negative (–) side facing up4. Replace with a new battery (Type
CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to in-
stall the new battery with the negative (–)
side facing up.
5. Reinstall the back half of the transmit-
ter case by snapping it back on.
After the battery is replaced, the trans-
mitter must be synchronized with the
keyless entry system’s control unit.
Press either the “ ” or “ ” button
six times to synchronize the unit.
200888200716
Do not let dust, oil or water get on
or in the transmitter when replac-
ing the battery.
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up to normal operating temperature; 158
to 176F (70 to 80C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
set the parking brake.
3. First shift the selector lever in each po-
sition. Then shift it in the “P” position, and
run the engine at idling speed.1) Yellow handle1) HOT range
2) COLD range
3) Upper level
4) Lower level
4. Pull out the dipstick and check the fluid
level on the gauge. If it is below the lower
level on the “HOT” range, add the recom-
mended automatic transmission fluid up to
the upper level.
Checking the fluid level when the
fluid is cold
When the fluid level has to be checked
without time to warm up the automatic
transmission, check to see that the fluid
level is between the lower level and upper
level on the “COLD” range. If it is below
that range, add fluid up to the upper level.
Be careful not to overfill.
Recommended fluidUse one of the following types of automat-
ic transmission fluid.
IDEMITSU ATF HP
Castrol Transmax J
Pennzoil ATF-J*
* Available only in the USA (except
Alaska and Hawaii)
NOTEUsing any non-specified type of auto-
matic transmission fluid could result in
damage inside the transmission. When
replacing the automatic transmission
fluid, be sure to use a fluid of the types
specified above.
1
B00471
3
4 3
4
21
B00370
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Index
14-7
14
Speedometer ...................................................................... 3-6
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) .. 4, 1-33
SRS airbag system monitors ............................................ 1-53
SRS airbag system servicing ............................................ 1-54
SRS airbag system warning light ...................................... 3-10
SRS side airbag ............................................................... 1-48
Starting the engine .............................................................. 7-6
State emission testing (U.S. only) ....................................... 7-5
Stopping the engine ............................................................ 7-8
Storage compartments ....................................................... 6-4
Sun shades ...................................................................... 2-22
Sun visors ........................................................................... 6-3
Moonroof ................................................................. 2-21, 9-14
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ............. 4, 1-33
Synthetic leather upholstery ............................................. 10-5
T
Tachometer ......................................................................... 3-7
Temperature gauge ............................................................ 3-8
Temporary spare tire ........................................................... 9-2
Tie-down hooks ................................................................ 9-11
Tilt steering wheel ............................................................. 3-26
Tire
Chains ........................................................................... 8-9
Inspection .................................................................. 11-30
Pressures and wear ................................................... 11-31
Replacement ............................................................. 11-33
Rotation ..................................................................... 11-33
Tires .................................................................................. 12-4
Types ......................................................................... 11-30
Tires and wheels ............................................................ 11-30
Top tether anchorages ...................................................... 1-31Towing ............................................................................... 9-10
All wheels on the ground .............................................. 9-12
Flat-bed truck ............................................................... 9-12
Trailer
Hitches ......................................................................... 8-16
Towing .......................................................................... 8-13
Towing tips ................................................................... 8-18
Turn signal
Indicator lights .............................................................. 3-14
Lever ............................................................................ 3-17
V
Valet mode ........................................................................ 2-15
Vanity mirror ........................................................................ 6-3
Vehicle
Capacity weight ............................................................ 8-11
Identification ............................................................... 12-10
Symbols ............................................................................ 3
Ventilation ........................................................................... 4-2
W
Warning and indicator lights ................................................ 3-9
Warning lights
ABS .............................................................................. 3-12
All-Wheel Drive ............................................................ 3-14
Anti-lock Brake System ................................................ 3-12
AT OIL TEMPerature .................................................... 3-12
Brake system ............................................................... 3-13
Charge ......................................................................... 3-11
CHECK ENGINE .......................................................... 3-11
Door open .................................................................... 3-13
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