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Maintenance and service
Spark plugsIt may be difficult to replace the spark
plugs. It is recommended that you have
the spark plugs replaced by your Saab
dealer.
The spark plugs should be replaced ac-
cording to the maintenance schedule in
the “Saab Warranty and Service Record
Booklet”.

Recommended spark plugsNon-turbo models:
FR5AP-11 (NGK)
Turbo models:
ILFR6B (NGK)
Drive belts1) Power steering pump pulley
2) Air conditioner compressor pulley
3) Crank pulleyThe alternator, power steering pump, and
air conditioner compressor depend on
drive belts. Satisfactory performance re-
quires that belt tension be correct.
To check belt tension, place a straight-
edge (ruler) across two adjacent pulleys
and apply a force of 22 lbs (98 N, 10 kg)
midway between the pulleys by using a
spring scale. Belt deflection should be the
amount specified. If a belt is loose,
cracked, or worn, contact your Saab deal-
er.
When disconnecting the spark
plug cables, always grasp the
spark plug cap, not the cables.

Make sure the cables are replaced
in the correct order.
B00027
A B
2
3 1
B00365
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Maintenance and service
SAE viscosity no. and applicable tem-
perature
Power steering fluid
Checking the fluid level1) Reservoir tankThe power steering fluid expands greatly
as its temperature rises; the fluid level dif-
fers according to fluid temperature. There-
fore, the reservoir tank has two different
checking ranges for hot and cold fluids.
Check the power steering fluid level
monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and
stop the engine.
1) Specified range2. Check the fluid level of the reservoir
tank.
When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has
been run: Check that the oil level is be-
tween “HOT MIN” and “HOT MAX” on the
surface of the reservoir tank.
When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is
run: Check that the oil level is between
“COLD MIN” and “COLD MAX” on the sur-
face of the reservoir tank.
3. If the fluid level is lower than the appli-
cable “MIN” line, add the recommended
fluid as necessary to bring the level be-
tween the “MIN” and “MAX” line.
If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indi-
cate possible leakage. Consult your Saab
dealer for an inspection.
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
-20 0 6020
80W
75W/9080 100 40
85W90
B00032
1
B00375
1
1
B00376
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Recommended fluid“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmis-sion Fluid
Brake fluid
Checking the fluid level1) “MAX” level mark
2) “MIN” level markCheck the fluid level monthly.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. If the level is below “MIN”, add
the recommended brake fluid to “MAX”.
Use only brake fluid from a sealed con-
tainer.
Be careful not to burn yourself be-
cause the fluid may be hot.

When power steering fluid is be-
ing added, use only clean fluid,
and be careful not to allow any dirt
into the tank. And never use dif-
ferent brands together.

Avoid spilling fluid when adding it
in the tank.

Be careful not to spill power steer-
ing fluid when adding it. If power
steering fluid touches the exhaust
pipe, it may cause a bad smell,
smoke, and/or a fire. If power
steering fluid gets on the exhaust
pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
MAXMINMIN
1
2
B00473

Never let brake fluid contact your
eyes because brake fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If brake fluid
gets in your eyes, immediately
flush them thoroughly with clean
water. For safety, when perform-
ing this work, wearing eye protec-
tion is advisable.

Brake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air. Any absorbed moisture
can cause a dangerous loss of
braking performance.

If the vehicle requires frequent re-
filling, there may be a leak. If you
suspect a problem, have the vehi-
cle checked at your Saab dealer.

Never use different brands of
brake fluid together. Also, avoid
mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake flu-
ids even if they are of the same
brand.

When adding brake fluid, be care-
ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.
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pressed against the curb when you
park the vehicle.

If you feel unusual vibration while
driving or find it difficult to steer the ve-
hicle in a straight line, one of the tires
and/or wheels may be damaged. Drive
slowly to the nearest authorized Saab
dealer and have the vehicle inspected.
Tire pressures and wearMaintaining the correct tire pressures
helps to maximize the tires’ service lives
and is essential for good running perfor-
mance. Check and, if necessary, adjust
the pressure of each tire (including the
spare) at least once a month (for example,
during a fuel stop) and before any long
journey.Check the tire pressures when the tires
are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust
the tire pressures to the values shown on
the tire label. The tire label is located on
the door pillar on the driver’s side.
Driving even a short distance warms up
the tires and increases the tire pressures.
Also, the tire pressures are affected by the
outside temperature. It is best to check tire
pressure outdoors before driving the vehi-
cle.
When a tire becomes warm, the air inside
it expands, causing the tire pressure to in-
crease. Be careful not to mistakenly re-
lease air from a warm tire to reduce its
pressure.
NOTE
The air pressure in a tire increases
by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3
kgf/cm
2) when the tire becomes warm.

The tires are considered cold when
the vehicle has been parked for at least
three hours or has been driven less
than one mile (1.6 km).
Incorrect tire pressures detract from con-
trollability and ride comfort, and they
cause the tires to wear abnormally.

Correct tire pressure (tread worn
evenly)
Roadholding is good, and steering is re-
sponsive. Rolling resistance is low, so fuel
consumption is also lower.
D00120
Do not let air out of warm tires to ad-
just pressure. Doing so will result in
low tire pressure.
B00050
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Abnormally low tire pressure (tread
worn at shoulders)
Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con-
sumption is also higher.
Abnormally high tire pressure (tread
worn in center)
Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire magni-
fies the effects of road-surface bumps and
dips, possibly resulting in vehicle damage.
If the label shows tire pressures for the ve-
hicle when fully loaded and for the vehicle
when towing a trailer, adjust the tire pres-
sures to the values that match current
loading conditions.

Wheel balanceEach wheel was correctly balanced when
your vehicle was new, but the wheels will
become unbalanced as the tires become
worn during use. Wheel imbalance caus-
es the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at
certain vehicle speeds and detracts from
the vehicle’s straight-line stability. It can
also cause steering and suspension sys-
tem problems and abnormal tire wear. If
you suspect that the wheels are not cor-
rectly balanced, have them checked and
adjusted by your Saab dealer. Also have
them adjusted after tire repairs and after
tire rotation.NOTELoss of correct wheel alignment* caus-
es the tires to wear on one side and re-
duces the vehicle’s running stability.
B00051
B00052
Driving at high speeds with exces-
sively low tire pressures can cause
the tires to deform severely and to
rapidly become hot. A sharp in-
crease in temperature could cause
tread separation, and destruction of
the tires. The resulting loss of vehi-
cle control could lead to an acci-
dent.
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3. Hold the end of the parking light and re-
move the parking light.
4. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.5. Fit the bulb socket into the headlight
assembly.
6. Install the bulb cover.

Left-hand side

Front turn signal light and
front side marker light bulbs
Right-hand side
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have your Saab dealer replace the bulbs
if necessary.

Left-hand side
1. Turn the steering wheel fully to the left.2. Undo the three clips at the bottom of
the undercover beside the front-left wheel.
3. Undo the hook at the top of the under-
cover beside the front-left wheel.
B00490B00491
Replacement of the left-hand park-
ing light bulb requires removal of
the battery and is thus dangerous. It
must be performed by a Saab deal-
er.
B00492B00493
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Specifications

CapacitiesAT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmission
TiresFuel tank
15.9 US gal (60 liters)
Engine oil
4.2 US qt (4.0 liters)
Transmission oil (MT)
3.7 US qt (3.5 liters)
Transmission oil (AT)
9.8 US qt (9.3 liters)
AT differential gear oil
1.3 US qt (1.2 liter)
Rear differential gear oil
0.8 US qt (0.8 liter)
Power steering fluid
0.7 US qt (0.7 liter)
Engine coolant
Turbo engine model
MT
7.8 US qt (7.4 liters)
AT
7.7 US qt (7.3 liters)
Non-turbo engine model
MT
7.4 US qt (7.0 liters)
AT
7.3 US qt (6.9 liters)
Tire size
P205/55R16 89V
215/45R17 91W
Wheel size
16  6
1/2 JJ
17  7 JJ
Pressure
Front
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2)
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2)
Rear
29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm
2)
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2)
Temporary spare tire
Size
T135/70 D16
Pressure
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
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Index
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-18
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................ 1-10
Engine
Compartment overview ................................................. 11-6
Coolant ....................................................................... 11-13
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ............................... 6, 8-2
Hood ............................................................................. 11-4
Oil ................................................................................. 11-8
Overheating ................................................................. 9-10
Starting .......................................................................... 7-6
Stopping ........................................................................ 7-8
Exterior care ..................................................................... 10-2
F
Flat tires ............................................................................. 9-4
Floor mat ............................................................................ 6-8
Fluid level
Automatic transmission .............................................. 11-20
Brake .......................................................................... 11-25
Clutch ......................................................................... 11-26
Power steering ............................................................ 11-24
Folding down the rear seat ................................................. 1-7
Front
Differential gear oil ...................................................... 11-22
Fog light button ............................................................ 3-19
Seatbelt pretensioners ................................................. 1-19
Seats ............................................................................. 1-2
Turn signal light .......................................................... 11-49
Fuel .................................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ............................................................... 8-2
Filler lid and cap ............................................................ 7-3
Gauge ............................................................................ 3-7
Requirements ................................................................ 7-2Fuses .............................................................................. 11-41
Fuses and circuits ............................................................. 12-6
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) .................................. 8-11
Glove box ........................................................................... 6-4
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ............................. 8-11
H
Hazard warning flasher ....................................................... 3-6
Head restraint adjustment ........................................... 1-4, 1-6
Headlight beam leveler ..................................................... 3-18
Headlight flasher ............................................................... 3-16
Headlights .............................................................. 3-16, 11-46
Heater operation ................................................................. 4-5
High beam indicator light .................................................. 3-14
Horn .................................................................................. 3-26
Hose and connections .................................................... 11-12
I
Ignition switch ..................................................................... 3-3
Illuminated entry ................................................................. 2-8
Illumination brightness control .......................................... 3-18
Immobilizer ......................................................................... 2-3
Indicator light
High beam ................................................................... 3-14
Selector lever position ................................................. 3-14
Turn signal ................................................................... 3-14
Inside mirror ...................................................................... 3-24
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Index
Power
Door locking switches .................................................... 2-6
Steering ....................................................................... 7-15
Steering fluid ............................................................... 11-24
Windows ...................................................................... 2-17
Preparing to drive ............................................................... 7-6
Printed antenna .................................................................. 5-2
R
Rear
Combination lights ...................................................... 11-50
Differential gear oil ...................................................... 11-23
Gate ............................................................................. 2-19
Seats ............................................................................. 1-6
Rear seat
Folding down ................................................................. 1-7
Rear window
Defogger button ........................................................... 3-23
Wiper and washer switch ............................................. 3-22
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ....................................... 11-21
Brake fluid .................................................................. 11-26
Clutch fluid .................................................................. 11-27
Oil grade and viscosity .............. 11-11, 11-20, 11-22, 11-23
Power steering fluid .................................................... 11-25
Spark plugs ................................................................. 11-18
Remote keyless entry system ............................................ 2-7
Replacement
Brake pad and lining ................................................... 11-29
Wiper blades ............................................................... 11-36
Replacing
Air cleaner element ..................................................... 11-16Battery (remote keyless entry system) .......................... 2-9
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) ..................... 2-10
Replacing bulbs .............................................................. 11-44
Cargo area ................................................................. 11-52
Dome light .................................................................. 11-52
Front turn signal light ................................................. 11-49
Headlight .................................................................... 11-46
License plate light ...................................................... 11-52
Map light .................................................................... 11-52
Rear combination lights ............................................. 11-50
Rocking the vehicle ............................................................ 8-9
Roof crossbar ................................................................... 8-12
S
Seat
Fabric ........................................................................... 10-5
Heater ............................................................................ 1-5
Seatbelt ................................................................................. 4
Extender ...................................................................... 1-18
Maintenance ................................................................ 1-17
Pretensioners ............................................................... 1-19
Safety tips ...................................................................... 1-8
Warning light and chime ....................................... 1-10, 3-9
Seatbelts ............................................................................. 1-8
Selector lever .................................................................... 7-11
Position indicator ......................................................... 3-14
Shift lock release .............................................................. 7-13
Side vents ........................................................................... 4-3
Snow tires ........................................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm ...................................................... 2-8
Spark plugs ..................................................................... 11-18
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Index
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Speedometer ...................................................................... 3-6
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) .. 4, 1-33
SRS airbag system monitors ............................................ 1-53
SRS airbag system servicing ............................................ 1-54
SRS airbag system warning light ...................................... 3-10
SRS side airbag ............................................................... 1-48
Starting the engine .............................................................. 7-6
State emission testing (U.S. only) ....................................... 7-5
Stopping the engine ............................................................ 7-8
Storage compartments ....................................................... 6-4
Sun shades ...................................................................... 2-22
Sun visors ........................................................................... 6-3
Moonroof ................................................................. 2-21, 9-14
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ............. 4, 1-33
Synthetic leather upholstery ............................................. 10-5
T
Tachometer ......................................................................... 3-7
Temperature gauge ............................................................ 3-8
Temporary spare tire ........................................................... 9-2
Tie-down hooks ................................................................ 9-11
Tilt steering wheel ............................................................. 3-26
Tire
Chains ........................................................................... 8-9
Inspection .................................................................. 11-30
Pressures and wear ................................................... 11-31
Replacement ............................................................. 11-33
Rotation ..................................................................... 11-33
Tires .................................................................................. 12-4
Types ......................................................................... 11-30
Tires and wheels ............................................................ 11-30
Top tether anchorages ...................................................... 1-31Towing ............................................................................... 9-10
All wheels on the ground .............................................. 9-12
Flat-bed truck ............................................................... 9-12
Trailer
Hitches ......................................................................... 8-16
Towing .......................................................................... 8-13
Towing tips ................................................................... 8-18
Turn signal
Indicator lights .............................................................. 3-14
Lever ............................................................................ 3-17
V
Valet mode ........................................................................ 2-15
Vanity mirror ........................................................................ 6-3
Vehicle
Capacity weight ............................................................ 8-11
Identification ............................................................... 12-10
Symbols ............................................................................ 3
Ventilation ........................................................................... 4-2
W
Warning and indicator lights ................................................ 3-9
Warning lights
ABS .............................................................................. 3-12
All-Wheel Drive ............................................................ 3-14
Anti-lock Brake System ................................................ 3-12
AT OIL TEMPerature .................................................... 3-12
Brake system ............................................................... 3-13
Charge ......................................................................... 3-11
CHECK ENGINE .......................................................... 3-11
Door open .................................................................... 3-13
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