trunk SAAB 9-3 2005 Owner's Manual

66 9-3 Convertible
Battery low. The voltage of the car battery is too low to allow
soft top operation.
Soft top obstructed.
Clear obstacles and
try again.
Open/close soft top
completely to open trunk.Complete soft top operation.
Open/close soft top
completely before drivingComplete soft top operation.
Close trunk. Close the trunk lid.
Driver seat unlocked. The backrest is not locked. Raise the backrest fully to locked position, see
page 67.
Passenger front seat
unlocked.The backrest is not locked. Raise the backrest fully to locked position, see
page 67.
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Glove boxThe glove box lighting comes on when the
compartment is opened and goes out when
it is closed.
For changing bulbs, refer to page 223.Sun visorAn illuminated vanity mirror is provided on
the inside of the sun visors. The lighting
comes on when the cover is raised and goes
out when it is closed.Trunk lightingThe trunk lighting comes on and goes out
when the trunk lid is opened and closed.
If the trunk lid is left open, the lighting will be
switched off automatically after 20 min to
prevent the battery from running flat.
For changing bulbs, refer to page 225.
Unlocking the trunk lid
manuallyIf the trunk lid is not unlocked by the central
locking system, it can be unlocked
manually.
1 Take the traditional key out of the remote
control by pressing the emblem on the
reverse (see page 48).
2 Carefully prise off the round cover using
your nails, a credit card or similar so as
not to damage the paintwork.
3 Unlock the trunk lid using the traditional
key.
Contact a Saab dealer to have the central
locking system checked.
Unlocking the trunk lid manually
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74 9-3 ConvertibleManually opening the
fuel filler doorConvertible
If the fuel filler door, which is controlled by
the central locking system, does not unlock,
proceed as described below.
Check fuse 7 in the fuse panel at the end of
the fascia (see page 229). If this fuse has
blown or the new fuse blows, the fuel filler
door can be opened as follows:
1 Open the two cut-out openings in the
side trim on the right-hand side of the
luggage compartment.
2 Loosen the two screws (do not unscrew
them fully). Lift up the screws and press
them out of their key hole slots.
Contact a Saab dealer to have the central
locking system checked.
Placing two golf bags
in the trunkThere is sufficient space in the trunk of the
Convertible for two golf bags. Proceed as
follows.
1 Start by inserting the narrow end of the
first bag to the right.
2 Lie down the bag. Turn the bag so that it
lies on its widest side and slide it for-
ward, in under the soft top storage (see
illustration).
3 Put in the second bag in the same way
as the first, but lie it on its narrow side
(see illustration).
Manually opening the fuel filler door, Con-
ver tible
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Spoiler on trunklid
Wind deflectorA wind deflector is available as an acces-
sory. Follow the fitting instructions supplied
with the wind deflector carefully.CargoWing(accessory)
WARNING
Some models have a spoiler on the trunk-
lid. Avoid getting fingers and hands
trapped between the spoiler and rear
fender when closing the trunklid.NOTICEIf play arises in any part of the
CargoWing, contact a Saab workshop
immediately to have this corrected. If
such play is not eliminated, the
CargoWing may come loose while driv-
ing.
Position of first golf bag Position of second golf bag
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121 Interior equipment
Steering wheel
adjustment __________ 122
Electric windows _______ 123
Sunroof ______________ 126
Interior lighting ________ 129
Cup holder ____________ 130
Power Outlet __________ 132
Storage compartments __ 132
Rearview mirrors_______ 134
Trunk ________________ 140
Interior equipment
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130 Interior equipmentSun visorIlluminated vanity mirrors are provided on
the sun visors. The lighting comes on when
the cover is raised.
Trunk lightingThe trunk lighting is switched on and off
when the trunk lid is opened and closed.
If the trunk lid is left open, the lighting will be
switched off automatically after 20 minutes
to prevent the battery from running flat.
Cup holder(option)
Cup holders are provided in the fascia, in
the center console compartment between
the front seats and rear seat cushion (Sport
Sedan). The cup holder between the seats
can be raised if you wish to use the compart-
ment for storage.
WARNING
 The cup holder should not be used to
hold cups made of china or glass as
these can cause personal injury in the
event of a crash.
 Use only paper mugs, plastic bottles
or aluminium cans.
 Avoid spillage, particularly of hot
drinks.NOTICETake care not to spill any liquid on the
audio system , the ignition switch or the
like when using the cup holders. Soft
drinks in particular can cause malfunc-
tions.
Sun visor with vanity mirror
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140 Interior equipmentTrunkFolding down the rear seat, Sport SedanConvertible: The rear seat cannot be folded.
WARNING
 Never drive the car if the backrest is not correctly locked into
position as this increases the risk of personal injury in the
event of heavy braking or a crash.
 Never leave a child or animal unattended in the car. During
sunny weather the temperature in the passenger and trunk
can climb to 160–180°F (70–80°C). Small children are very
susceptible to heat stroke.
 Keep hands well clear of all moving parts.
 Never place heavy objects on the parcel shelf. There is always
a danger of loose objects being thrown forward and causing
injury if the car should brake suddenly or be involved in a
crash. See also page 189.
 When folding the backrest back upright, make sure that it is
locked correctly on both sides. This is imperative since the
center safety belt is mounted in the backrest.
 When folding the backrest back upright, make sure that it is
locked correctly on both sides. This is imperative since other-
wise objects in the trunk could force their way into the cabin
during heavy breaking or a crash.
 Adjust the head restraints for the rear seats to be occupied to
a suitable height before riding in the car.
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141 Interior equipment
For greater flexibility, the rear seat is split so that the narrow and
the wide part can be folded down separately.
Next to the hinges in the trunk are handles for unlocking the rear seat
backrests.
The operation is easier if the front seats are not too far back and
the rear seat head restraints are fully lowered.
1 Unlock the backrest by pulling the appropriate handle in the
trunk.
2 Fold the backrest forward.
Note: When returning the backrest to its upright position, make
sure that it locks properly in place and that the safety belt does
not get caught.
If the left-hand backrest is not properly locked in position, the follow-
ing message is displayed on the SID (equivalent message displayed
for right-hand backrest):
Trunk Release Handle, see page 143.
Emergency opening of the narrow backrest, see page 144.Rear left seat backrest
unlocked.
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142 Interior equipmentLoad-through hatch, Sport SedanConvertible: There is no load-through hatch.
A load-through hatch is incorporated in the rear seat backrest to
enable long, narrow items to be carried inside the car.
Before loading or unloading long items, switch off the engine and
apply the parking brake. This avoids the danger of the car moving
off if a long item were to knock the gear or selector lever into gear.
 Fold down the armrest and open the hatch by lifting the handle.
There is a lock on the rear side of the hatch. Use this to lock or unlock
the hatch. The position of the lock is designed to prevent unautho-
rized persons from accessing the trunk from inside the cabin.
To lock: Open the hatch and lock the lock. Close the hatch. The
hatch is now locked.
To unlock: Fold down the wide section of the backrest and unlock
the lock. Alternatively, you can unlock the hatch from the trunk.
WARNING
 Always secure the load firmly, for example using the middle
safety belt. This reduces the danger of personal injury result-
ing from the displacement of the load on hard braking or in the
event of a crash.
 Do not exceed the load capacity of the car, as this will alter its
handling characteristics (see page 268).
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143 Interior equipment
Trunk Release HandleThere is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release
handle located inside the trunk on the latch.
This handle will glow following exposure to
light. Pull the release handle down to open
the trunk from inside.
Tie down eyesThere are tie down eyes in the trunk that
should be used to secure loads. In general,
loads should be placed as far forward and
as low down as possible in the trunk.
NOTICEThe trunk release handle was not
designed to be used to tie down the trunk
lid or as an anchor point when securing
items in the trunk. Improper use of the
trunk release could damage it.
WARNING
 Lay heavy bags on the floor. Place
smaller and lighter bags on top.
 Secure heavy and bulky items using
the lashing eyes provided in the trunk.
This will avert the danger of luggage
flying around if the car should brake
suddenly or be involved in a crash.
 Secure small items if the backrest is
folded down. Small items can also be
thrown around inside the car and
cause personal injury.
 The elastic cargo net (accessory) is
only designed for light objects that are
to be kept in place while driving
 Elastic cargo net (accessory): WARN-
ING. Avoid eye injury. DO NOT over-
stretch. ALWAYS keep face and body
out of recoil path. DO NOT use when
strap has visible signs of wear or
damage.
 The rear seat must be in the upright
position to protect against load
displacement in the event of a crash.
 Do not exceed the load capacity of the
car, as this will alter its handling char-
acteristics (see page 268).
 Match your speed and driving style to
how the car is loaded. The handling
characteristics of the car can be
affected since a load in the trunk will
alter the car’s center of gravity.
Tie down eyes in the trunk
Trunk Release Handle
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