2009 SAAB 9-7X Owners Manual

If the message is still displayed, or appears again when
you begin driving, the brake system needs service.
See your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE CHARGING SYS (System)
This message displays if there is a problem with
the battery charging system. Under certain conditions,
the charging system light may also turn on in the
instrument panel cluster. SeeCharging System Light
on page 3-30. The battery will not be charging at
an optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability to
enter the fuel economy mode. The vehicle is safe
to drive, however you should have the electrical system
checked by your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE STABILITRAK
If this message displays, it means there may be a
problem with the StabiliTrak system. If this message
appears, try to reset the system by performing the
following: stop; turn off the engine; then start the engine
again. If this message still comes on, it means there
is a problem. You should see your dealer/retailer
for service. The vehicle is safe to drive, however, you
do not have the benet of StabiliTrak, so reduce
your speed and drive accordingly.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System
(TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS
is not working properly. The tire pressure light also
ashes and then remains on during the same ignition
cycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on page 3-34. Several
conditions may cause this message to appear. SeeTire
Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-69for more
information. If the warning comes on and stays on,
there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your
dealer/retailer.
STABILITRAK ACTIVE
This message displays anytime the StabiliTrak system
activates to maintain vehicle stability. Any combination of
engine speed management, brake traction control,
and stability control displays this message.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display if driving conditions delay
StabiliTrak system initialization. This is normal. Once the
system initializes, this message will no longer be
displayed on the DIC.
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STABILITRAK OFF
This message displays when you press the StabiliTrak
button for more than ve seconds or when stability
control has been automatically disabled. The StabiliTrak
button is located on the transmission shift handle.
To limit wheel spin and realize the full benets of the
stability enhancement system, you should normally
leave StabiliTrak on. However, you should turn
StabiliTrak off if your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud,
ice, or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to
attempt to free it, or if you are driving in extreme off-road
conditions and require more wheel spin. SeeIf Your
Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on
page 4-20. To turn the StabiliTrak system back on,
press the StabiliTrak button again.
The message may display if the brake system warning light
is on. SeeBrake System Warning Light on page 3-31.
The message turns off as soon as the conditions that
caused the message to be displayed are no longer
present.
TIGHTEN FUEL CAP
This message may display and a chime may sound if
the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened properly. Fully
reinstall the fuel cap. SeeFilling the Tank on page 5-8.The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has
been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing
fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
This message remains on until it is manually cleared
from the DIC display. The DIC message is also
cancelled if the ignition is turned off.
The DIC message and the Service Engine Soon light
may come on again during a second trip if the fuel cap is
still not tightened properly. SeeMalfunction Indicator
Lamp on page 3-34for more information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when you momentarily press
the StabiliTrak button located on the transmission
shift handle. In this mode, stability control and the
brake-traction control are functional. Engine speed
management will be modied and the driven wheels can
spin more freely. For more details on this mode, see
StabiliTrak
®System on page 4-6.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn
signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km). Move the turn
signal/multifunction lever to the off position.
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DIC Vehicle Customization
Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that
allow you to program some features to one setting
based on your preference. All of the customizable
options listed may not be available on your vehicle.
Only the options available display on the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
The default settings for the customization features were
set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have
been changed from their default state since then.
To change feature preferences, make sure the ignition
is on and the vehicle is in P (Park). To avoid excessive
drain on the battery, it is recommended that the
headlamps are turned off.
Press
qto scroll through the available customizable
options.
After pressing
q, VEHICLE SETTINGS momentarily
displays before going to a customization option.
Lock Doors
Pressquntil LOCK DOORS: IN GEAR appears in
the display. To select your preference for automatic
locking, press
rwhile LOCK DOORS: IN GEAR is
displayed on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through
the following settings:
LOCK DOORS: IN GEAR (default):The doors will lock
when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
LOCK DOORS: WITH SPEED:The doors will lock
when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) for
three seconds.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
SeeProgrammable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-9
for more information.
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Unlock Doors
Pressquntil UNLOCK DOORS: IN PARK appears in
the display. To select your preference for automatic
unlocking, press
rwhile UNLOCK DOORS: IN PARK
is displayed on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through
the following settings:
UNLOCK DOORS: IN PARK (default):All of the doors
will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
UNLOCK DRIVER: IN PARK:The driver’s door will be
unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
UNLOCK DOORS: KEY OUT:All of the doors
will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition.
UNLOCK DOORS: MANUALLY:The doors will not be
unlocked automatically.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
SeeProgrammable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-9
for more information.
Lock Feedback
Pressquntil LOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH appears in
the display. To select your preference for the feedback
you receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, press
rwhile
LOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH is displayed on the DIC.
Pressing
rwill scroll through the following settings:
LOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH (default):The parking
lamps will ash each time you press the button with the
lock symbol on the RKE transmitter and the horn will
chirp the second time you press the lock button.
LOCK FEEDBACK: OFF:There will be no feedback
when locking the vehicle.
LOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS:The parking lamps will
ash each time you press the button with the lock
symbol on the RKE transmitter.
LOCK FEEDBACK: HORN:The horn will chirp the
second time you press the button with the lock symbol
on the RKE transmitter.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
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Unlock Feedback
Pressquntil UNLOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS appears
in the display. To select your preference for the
feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle
with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, press
rwhile UNLOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS is displayed
on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through the
following settings:
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS (default):The parking
lamps will ash each time you press the button with
the unlock symbol on the RKE transmitter.
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: HORN:The horn will chirp the
second time you press the button with the unlock
symbol on the RKE transmitter.
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH:The parking lamps will
ash each time you press the button with the unlock
symbol on the RKE transmitter and the horn will
chirp the second time you press the unlock button.
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: OFF:There will be no feedback
when unlocking the vehicle.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
Headlamp Delay
Pressquntil HEADLAMP DELAY: 10 SEC appears in
the display. To select your preference for how long
the headlamps will stay on after you turn off the vehicle,
press
rwhile HEADLAMP DELAY: 10 SEC is
displayed on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through
the following settings:
HEADLAMP DELAY: 10 SEC (Seconds) (default):
The headlamps will stay on for 10 seconds.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 20 SEC:The headlamps will stay
on for 20 seconds.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 40 SEC:The headlamps will stay
on for 40 seconds.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 1 MIN (Minute):The headlamps
will stay on for 1 minute.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 2 MIN:The headlamps will stay
on for 2 minutes.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 3 MIN:The headlamps will stay
on for 3 minutes.
HEADLAMP DELAY: OFF:The headlamps will not
turn on.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
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Perimeter Lights
Pressquntil PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON appears in the
display. To select your preference for perimeter lighting,
press
rwhile PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON is displayed
on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through the following
settings:
PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON (default):The headlamps
and back-up lamps will come on for 40 seconds,
if it is dark enough outside, when you unlock the vehicle
with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
PERIMETER LIGHTS: OFF:The perimeter lights will
not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
Easy Exit Seat
Pressquntil EASY EXIT SEAT: OFF appears in the
display. To select your preference for seat position
exit, press
rwhile EASY EXIT SEAT: OFF is
displayed on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through
the following settings:
EASY EXIT SEAT: OFF (default):No seat exit recall
will occur.
EASY EXIT SEAT: ON:The driver’s seat will move to
the exit position when the key is removed from the
ignition.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
See “Easy Exit Seat” underMemory Seat on page 1-3
for more information.
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Seat Recall
Pressquntil SEAT RECALL: OFF appears in the
display. To select your preference for recall of the
driver’s memory seat and adjustable pedals, if your
vehicle has this feature, press
rwhile SEAT
RECALL: OFF is displayed on the DIC. Pressing
r
will scroll through the following settings:
SEAT RECALL: OFF (default):The driver’s memory
seat and adjustable pedals position you saved will only
be recalled when the memory button 1 or 2 is pressed.
SEAT RECALL: AT KEY IN:The driver’s memory seat
and adjustable pedals position you saved will be
recalled when you put the key in the ignition.
SEAT RECALL: ON REMOTE:The driver’s memory
seat and adjustable pedals position you saved will
be recalled when you unlock the vehicle with the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Whichever
position, 1 or 2, you programmed with the transmitter
being used to unlock the vehicle is the one that will
be recalled.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
See “Easy Exit Seat” underMemory Seat on page 1-3
for more information.
Alarm Warning
Pressquntil ALARM WARNING: BOTH appears in the
display. To select your preference for alarm warning,
press
rwhile ALARM WARNING: BOTH is displayed
on the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through the following
settings:
ALARM WARNING: BOTH (default):The headlamps
will ash and the horn will chirp when the alarm is
active.
ALARM WARNING: HORN:The horn will chirp when
the alarm is active.
ALARM WARNING: LAMPS:The headlamps will ash
when the alarm is active.
ALARM WARNING: OFF:There will be no alarm
warning on activation.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on page 2-16for more
information.
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Language
Pressquntil LANGUAGE: ENGLISH appears in the
display. To select your preference for display language,
press
rwhile LANGUAGE: ENGLISH is displayed on
the DIC. Pressing
rwill scroll through the following
settings:
ENGLISH (default):All messages will appear in
English.
FRANCAIS:All messages will appear in French.
ESPANOL:All messages will appear in Spanish.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed on
the DIC.
If you accidentally choose a language that you do not
want or understand, press and hold
qand the trip
information button at the same time. The DIC will begin
scrolling through the languages in their particular
language. English will be in English, Francais will be in
French, and Espanol will be in Spanish. When you see
the language that you would like, release both buttons.
The DIC will then display the information in the language
you chose.
You can also scroll through the different languages by
pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds,
as long as you are in the odometer mode.
Units
Pressquntil UNITS: U.S. (ENGLISH) appears in the
display. To select the units of measurement in which
the DIC will display vehicle information, press
rwhile
UNITS: U.S. (ENGLISH) is displayed on the DIC.
Pressing
rwill scroll through the following settings:
UNITS: U.S. (ENGLISH) (default):All information
will be displayed in English units.
UNITS: METRIC (km/L):All information will be
displayed in metric units.
UNITS: METRIC (L/100 km):All information will be
displayed in metric units.
To select a setting and exit out of the customizable
options, press
qwhile the desired setting is displayed
on the DIC.
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