2007 SAAB 9-7X engine

Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also, in this manual you will nd these notices:
Notice:These mean there is something
that could damage your vehicle.
A notice tells about something that can damage
the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be
covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could
be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help
avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see
CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors
or in different words.
There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They
use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
Vehicle Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use
symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along
with the text describing the operation or
information relating to a specic component,
control, message, gage, or indicator.
If you need help guring out a specic name of a
component, gage, or indicator, reference the
following topics:
Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1
Features and Controls in Section 2
Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3
Climate Controls in Section 3
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in
Section 3
Audio System(s) in Section 3
Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5
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Heated Seats
Your vehicle has heated
front seats. The buttons
used to control this
feature are located on
the front door armrests.
The engine must be
running for the heated
seat feature to work.
To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal
button with the heated seat and seatback
symbol. Press the button to cycle through
the temperature settings of high, medium,
and low and to turn the heated seat off.The indicator lights above the button will come on to
designate the level of heat selected: three for high,
two for medium, and one for low. The low setting
warms the seatback and seat cushion until the seat
temperature is near body temperature. The medium
and high settings heat the seatback and seat
cushion to a slightly higher temperature. You
will be able to feel heat in about two minutes.
To heat only the seatback, press the vertical button
with the heated seatback symbol. An indicator
light on the button will come on to designate that
only the seatback is being heated. Additional
presses will cycle through the heat levels for the
seatback only.
The feature will shut off automatically when the
ignition is turned off.
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Keys.............................................................. 87
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.......... 89
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation.................................... 90
Doors and Locks.......................................... 92
Door Locks................................................. 92
Power Door Locks....................................... 93
Delayed Locking.......................................... 94
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.......... 94
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 97
Lockout Protection....................................... 97
Liftgate/Liftglass........................................... 98
Windows....................................................... 99
Power Windows........................................ 100
Sun Visors................................................ 101
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 101
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 102
PASS-Key
®III ........................................... 103
PASS-Key®III Operation........................... 104Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 106
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 106
Ignition Positions....................................... 107
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 108
Starting the Engine.................................... 108
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal.......... 110
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 110
Automatic Transmission Operation............. 112
Parking Brake........................................... 116
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 117
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 118
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 118
Engine Exhaust......................................... 119
Running the Engine While Parked............. 120
Mirrors......................................................... 121
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass................... 121
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass........................................ 123
Outside Power Mirror................................ 123
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Liftgate/Liftglass
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate or liftglass open because carbon
monoxide (CO) gas can come into your
vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO.
It can cause unconsciousness and even
death. If you must drive with the liftgate
open or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate or
liftglass:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your climate control
system to its highest speed and select
the control setting that will force
outside air into your vehicle. See
“Climate Control System” in the Index.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 119.
Liftgate Release
To unlock the liftgate, use the power door lock
switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter.
SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 90. The liftglass will also unlock
when the liftgate is unlocked.
Press the button on the liftglass to open it.
To open the entire liftgate, lift the handle located
in the center of the liftgate. When the liftgate
is opened, the liftglass will lock after a short delay.
Emergency Release for Opening
Liftgate
1. Remove the trim plug, located on the inside of
the liftgate in the center, to expose the access
hole in the trim panel.
2. Use a tool to reach through the access hole in
the trim panel.
3. Pry the left release lever up to the unlock
position. Pry the right release lever up to
unlatch the liftgate.
4. Reinstall the trim plug.
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PASS-Key®III Operation
Your vehicle is equipped
with the PASS-Key®III
(Personalized
Automotive Security
System) theft-deterrent
system. PASS-Key
®III
is a passive
theft-deterrent system.
This means you do not have to do anything different
to arm or disarm the system. It works when you
insert or remove the key from the ignition.When the PASS-Key
®III system senses that
someone is using the wrong key, it shuts down the
vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. The starter will
not work and fuel will stop being delivered to the
engine. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to
start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the
high number of electrical key codes.
When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does
not start and the SECURITY light comes on, the
key may have a damaged transponder. Turn
the ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and the key
appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key.
At this time, you may also want to check the fuse.
SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 435.Ifthe
engine still does not start with the other key, your
vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the
rst key may be faulty. See your dealer who can
service the PASS-Key
®III to have a new key made.
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It is possible for the PASS-Key®III decoder to
learn the transponder value of a new or
replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be
programmed for the vehicle. This procedure
is for programming additional keys only.
Canadian Owners:If you lose or damage your
keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key
®III
to have new keys made. To program additional
keys you will require two current driver’s keys. You
must add a step to the following procedure.
After Step 2 repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second
current driver’s key. Then continue with Step 3.
To program the new key, do the following:
1. Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped on it.
2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignition
and start the engine. If the engine will not
start, see your dealer for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the key to
LOCK, and remove the key.4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to
ON within 10 seconds of removing the
previous key.
5. The SECURITY light will turn off once the key
has been programmed. It may not be apparent
that the SECURITY light went on due to
how quickly the key is programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys
are to be programmed.
If you are ever driving and the SECURITY light
comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart
your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key
®III
system, however, is not working properly and must
be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not
protected by the PASS-Key
®III system at this time.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key
®III key, see
your dealer to have a new key made.
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Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h)
or less for the rst 500 miles (805 km).
Do not drive at any one constant speed,
fast or slow, for the rst 500 miles
(805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts.
Avoid downshifting to brake, or slow,
the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the rst
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with new linings can
mean premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this breaking-in
guideline every time you get new brake
linings.
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See
Towing a Trailer on page 305for the
trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle
and more information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can
be gradually increased.
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Ignition Positions
Use the key to turn
the ignition switch to
four different positions.
The ignition switch
is located on the
center console.
9(LOCK):This position locks the ignition and
transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will
only be able to remove the key when the ignition
is turned to LOCK and the vehicle has power.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break
the key. Use the correct key and turn the key
only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the
way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard. If none of this
works, then your vehicle needs service.ACC (Accessory):This position lets you use
things like the radio and the windshield wipers
when the engine is off.
Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in
the accessory ignition position may drain the
battery and prevent your vehicle from starting. Do
not operate your vehicle in the accessory
ignition position for a long period of time.
R(RUN):This is the position for driving.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACC or RUN position with the engine
off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if
the battery is allowed to drain for an extended
period of time.
/(START):This position starts the engine.
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