2008 SAAB 9-5 Owners Manual

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 169 Starting and driving
When an object is approximately 3 feet 
(90 cm) from the car, the sound pulses 
change character markedly. A distance of 
about 3 feet (90 cm) is suitable if you wish 
to load

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 170 Starting and drivingEconomical motoringFactors affecting fuel 
consumptionFuel consumption is greatly affected by the 
general driving conditions, the way in which 
the car is driven and at what s

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 171 Starting and driving
Driving techniqueTo obtain the best running economy, not 
only regarding fuel consumption but 
general wear also, regular service is 
required.
High speed, unnecessary accel

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 172 Starting and drivingEngine block heater3
33 3The following are just some of the benefits 
to the car and the environment of using an 
engine block heater: 
Lower fuel consumption.
Exhaust emissi

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 173 Starting and driving
If winter tires are fitted, the same type must 
be fitted on all wheels. Your Saab dealer will 
be pleased to advise you on the best tires for 
your car. 
Remember that tires

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 174 Starting and driving2 Wait until the needle has dropped back 
to indicate normal temperature (roughly 
midway, in the white zone) before stop-
ping the engine. If the coolant needs 
topping up, un

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 175 Starting and driving
Trailer weightMaximum recommended trailer weights for 
different gradients, with a view to comfort 
and drivability for manual and automatic 
cars, are shown on the drawing.

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SAAB 9-5 2008  Owners Manual 176 Starting and drivingWhen negotiating long hills, bear the follow-
ing important considerations in mind: 
Use Normal mode when driving with a 
caravan or trailer on hilly roads. The adap-
tive gea