2007 SAAB 9-7X Owners Manual

Rear Axle
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle
uid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear
an unusual noise. A uid loss could indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be
on a level surface.The proper level is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm)
below the bottom of the ller plug hole, located
on the rear axle.
What to Use
To add lubricant when the level is low, use
SAE 75W–90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting
GM Specication 9986115. To completely rell after
draining, add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip Axle
Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. U.S. 1052358, in
Canada 992694). Then ll to the bottom of the ller
plug hole with the Synthetic Gear Lubricant.
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Front Axle
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check front axle
uid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear
an unusual noise. A uid loss could indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be
on a level surface.If the level is below the bottom of the ller plug
hole, located on the front axle, you may need
to add some lubricant.
When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant
to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the
ller plug hole.
When the differential is at operating temperature
(warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level
to the bottom of the ller plug hole.
What to Use
To determine what kind of lubricant to use, see
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 458.
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Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory
and should need no further adjustment.
However, if your vehicle is damaged in an
accident, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may
be necessary if it is difficult to see the lane
markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers
ash their high-beam headlamps at you (for
vertical aim).
If you believe your headlamps need to be
re-aimed, it is recommend that you take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 376.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting
{CAUTION:
The low beam high intensity discharge
lighting system operates at a very high
voltage. If you try to service any of the
system components, you could be
seriously injured. Have your dealer or a
qualied technician service them.
Your vehicle has HID headlamps. After your
vehicle’s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced,
you may notice that the beam is a slightly different
shade than it was originally. This is normal.
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Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and can burst if you drop or
scratch the bulb. You or others could be
injured. Be sure to read and follow the
instructions on the bulb package.
Headlamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 329.
2. Lift the two headlamp retaining clips to release
the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.3. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the
vehicle to access the electrical connectors.
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4. Remove the bulb cover for the high beam (A)
and low beam (B) bulbs.
5. Remove the bulb socket that needs to be
replaced by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from
the old bulb.7. Plug the electrical connector into the new
bulb using care not to touch the glass with
your ngers.
8. Install the new bulb socket and turn it
clockwise to secure.
9. Reinstall the bulb covers.
10. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall.
11. Press down on the retaining clips to secure
the headlamp assembly.
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Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Follow Steps 1 through 3 underHeadlamps on
page 372to access the front turn signal,
sidemarker or parking lamp.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove it from the lamp assembly.
3. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb to
release it from the socket.
4. Push the new bulb into the socket until it
clicks.
5. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly
and turn it clockwise to secure.
6. Reinstall the headlamp assembly by lining up
the headlamp assembly with the slots in the
headlamp retaining clips.
7. Press down on the headlamp retaining clips to
secure the headlamp assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
A. Back-up Lamp
B. Turn Signal LampC. Stoplamp/Taillamp
D. Sidemarker Lamp
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate/Liftglass
on page 98for more information.
2. Remove the screws
from the taillamp
assembly.
3. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the
vehicle.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it from the taillamp assembly.5. Holding the socket, pull the bulb to release it
from the socket.
6. Push the new bulb into the socket until
it clicks.
7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp
assembly and turn it clockwise to secure.
8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by lining up
the locator pins with the retainers in the body
of the vehicle.
9. Reinstall the two screws and tighten.
10. Close the liftgate.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Remove the two screws holding the
license plate lamp lens.
2. Pull the lens away from the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the old bulb straight out from the
bulb socket.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Replace the lamp assembly lens and tighten
the screws.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-Up Lamp 921
Front Parking, Turn Signal Lamp 5702 NAK
Front/Rear Sidemarker 194
License Plate Lamp W5W
Halogen Headlamps
High-Beam 9005
Low-Beam (Halogen Only) H11
Rear Turn Signal 3757 AK
Stoplamp and Taillamp 3157
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer.
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