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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
Always consult your Saab dealer if you
want to install any accessory parts on your
vehicle. Installation of additional electri-
cal/electronic equipment such
as a mobile two-way radio on or
near the SRS airbag system
components and/or wiring is
not advisable. This could inter-
fere with proper operation of the
SRS airbag system.
Do not perform any of the following
modifications. Such modifications
can interfere with proper operation
of the SRS airbag system.
Attachment of any equipment
(brush bar, winches, snow plow,
skid plate, etc.) other than genu-
ine Saab accessory parts to the
front end.
Modification of the suspension
system or front end structure.
Installation of a tire of different
size and construction from the
tires specified on the tire label at-
tached to the driver’s door pillar
or specified for individual vehicle
models in this Owner’s Manual.Attachment of any equipment
(side steps or side sill protectors,
etc.) other than genuine Saab ac-
cessory parts to the side body.
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Remote keyless entry sys-temTwo transmitters are provided for your ve-
hicle.
The remote keyless entry system has the
following functions.
Locking and unlocking the doors (and
rear liftgate) without a key
Sounding a panic alarm
Arming and disarming the alarm sys-
tem. See the next section “Alarm system”
for detailed information.
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of In-
dustry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including in-
terference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not express-
ly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
The operable distance of the keyless entry
system is approximately 30 feet (10
meters). However, this distance will vary
depending on environmental conditions.The system’s operable distance will be
shorter in areas near a facility or electronic
equipment emitting strong radio waves
such as a power plant, broadcast station,
TV tower, or remote controller of home
electronic appliances.
The remote keyless entry system does not
operate when the key is inserted in the ig-
nition switch to prevent accidental lockout.
: LOCK/ARM button
Press to Lock all doors.
Press and Hold to activate panic
alarm.
Press three times in a five-second
period to use vehicle finder func-
tion.: UNLOCK/DISARM button
1) Press once to Unlock driver’s
door.
2) Press a second time to Unlock
all other doors (and rear lift-
gate).
Locking the doorsBriefly press the “ ” button (for less
than two seconds) to lock all doors (and
rear liftgate).
An electronic chirp will sound once and
the turn signal lights will flash once. Do not expose the transmitter to
severe shocks, such as those ex-
perienced as a result of dropping
or throwing.
Do not take the transmitter apart
except when replacing the bat-
tery.
Do not get the transmitter wet. If it
gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth
immediately.
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Instruments and controls
“LOCK” only when the key is pushed in
while turning it.ACCIn this position the electrical accessories
(radio, cigarette lighter, etc.) can be used.ONThis is the normal operating position after
the engine is started.
STARTThe engine is started in this position. The
starter cranks the engine to start it. When
the key is released (after the engine has
started), the key automatically returns to
the “ON” position.For models with immobilizer
If you fail to start your engine with your
registered key, once pull out the key (at
this time, the security indicator light
blinks), and then insert the key in the igni-
tion switch and turn it to the “START” po-
sition and again try to start your engine.NOTEThe engine may not start in the follow-
ing cases:The key grip is touching another key
or a metallic key holder.
The key is near another key
that con-
tains an immobilizer transponder.
Never turn the ignition switch to
“LOCK” while the vehicle is being
driven or towed because that will
lock the steering wheel, prevent-
ing steering control. And when
the engine is turned off, it takes a
much greater effort than usual to
steer.
Before leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key from the ignition
switch for safety and never allow
an unattended child to remain in
the vehicle. Failure to follow this
procedure could result in injury to
a child or others. Children could
operate the power windows, the
moonroof or other controls or
even make the vehicle move.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position while the engine
is running.
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to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, and
then turn it again to the “ON” position.Cruise control set indi-
cator lightThe cruise control set indicator light
comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position and goes out
after approximately
three seconds.
This light comes on when vehicle speed
has been set.
ClockTo set the hour, press the “H” button. To
set the minutes, press the “M” button. To
reset the minutes to “00” with a radio time
signal, push the “SET” button.
Light control switchThe light switch operates only when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
To ensure safety, do not attempt to
set the time while driving, as an ac-
cident from inadequate attention to
the road could result.
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To prevent battery discharge result-
ing from accidentally leaving your
lights on when your vehicle is
parked, the light switch operates
only when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position. In any other posi-
tion, the vehicle’s lights will be out.
If you stop or park your vehicle on
the shoulder of the road at night,
use the hazard warning flasher to
alert the other drivers.
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Audio
Antenna system .................................................. 5-2
Printed antenna ....................................................... 5-2
FM reception ........................................................... 5-2
Installation of accessories ................................ 5-2
Audio Systems ................................................... 5-3
AM/FM/Single-CD Audio System ........................... 5-3
Premium AM/FM/6
-CD Audio System ................... 5-3
AM/FM/Single-CD Audio System
3 ................... 5-4
Radio operation ...................................................... 5-4
Compact disc player operation ............................. 5-8
CD changer control (if optional in-dash CD
changer is connected) ......................................... 5-10
Premium AM/FM/6-CD Audio System
3 ........... 5-12
Radio operation ...................................................... 5-12
Built in CD changer operation ............................... 5-16
Precautions to observe when handling a
compact disc ................................................... 5-193 Asterisk means: equipment not fitted in all cars (can depend
on model variant, engine variant, market specification, options
or accessories)
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Audio
Antenna systemPrinted antennaThe antenna is printed on the inner sur-
face of the rear window glass.
FM receptionAlthough FM is normally static free, recep-
tion can be affected by the surrounding ar-
ea, atmospheric conditions, station
strength and transmitter distance. Build-
ings or other obstructions may cause mo-
mentary static, flutter or station interfer-
ence. If reception continues to be unsatis-
factory, switch to a stronger station.
Installation of accessoriesAlways consult your Saab dealer before
installing a citizen band radio or other
transmitting device in your vehicle. Such
devices may cause the electronic control
system to malfunction if they are incorrect-
ly installed or if they are not suited for the
vehicle. Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaner containing abra-
sives to clean the inner surface of
the window on which the antenna is
printed. Doing so may damage the
antenna printed on the window.
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Audio SystemsYour Saab may be equipped with one of
the following audio sets. See the pages in-
dicated in this section for operating de-
tails.AM/FM/Single-CD Audio Sys-
temRadio operation: refer to page 5-4
Compact disc player operation: refer to
page 5-8
CD changer control: refer to page 5-9
Premium AM/FM/6-CD Audio
SystemRadio operation: refer to page 5-12
Built-in CD changer operation: refer to
page 5-16
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AM/FM/Single-CD Audio System 3
33 3The radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.Radio operation
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(1)
(6) (5) (2) (3) (4)
(1) SCAN button
(2) Power switch, Volume control, Bass/
Treble control and Fader/Balance
control dial
(3) Tuning buttons
(4) FM/AM selection button
(5) Preset buttons
(6) Tone/Balance button
Power switch and volume/bass/tre-
ble/fader/balance control (PWR/
VOL)
The dial (2) is used for both power (ON/
OFF) and volume control. The radio is
turned ON and OFF by pushing the dial
and the volume is controlled by turning the
dial.
Tone and balance control
The “VOLUME” control knob normally
function as volume control. This knob be-
comes a control for Treble, Bass, Fader or
Balance when you select the appropriate
audio mode.
Choose desired volume level for each
mode by turning the “VOLUME” control
knob. The control function returns to vol-
ume control mode after approximately 5
seconds.
To change control modes: Each brief
press of the “T/B” button changes control
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