SAAB 9-2X 2005 Owners Manual

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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 between “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 surface of the reservoir tank.
3. If the fluid level is lower than the applicable “MIN”
line, add the recommended fluid as necessary to bring
the level between the “MIN” and “MAX” line.
If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indicate possible
leakage. Consult your Saab dealer for an inspection.
Be careful not to burn yourself because the flu-id may be hot.!When power steering fluid is being added,
use only clean fluid, and be careful not to allow
any dirt into the tank. And never use different
brands together.!Avoid spilling fluid when adding it in the tank."Recommended fluid“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
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HSB045BB
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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 container.
!Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air.
Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous
loss of braking performance.
!If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there
may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, havethe vehicle checked at your Saab dealer.!Never use different brands of brake fluid to-
gether.
!When adding brake fluid, be careful not to al-
low any dirt into the reservoir.
!Never splash the brake fluid over painted sur-
faces or rubber parts. Alcohol contained in thebrake fluid may damage them."Recommended brake fluidFMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
MAXMIN
UG9032HB
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Clutch fluid (MT vehicles)"Checking the fluid level1) “MAX” level mark
2) “MIN” level mark1) “MAX” level mark
2) “MIN” level mark
Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir. If
the level is below “MIN” level mark, add the recom-
mended clutch fluid to “MAX” level mark.
Use only clutch fluid from a sealed container.!Clutch fluid absorbs moisture from the air.
Any absorbed moisture can cause improper
clutch operation.
MAX
MIN
UG9032IB
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MAX
MIN
UGB095CB
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!If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there
may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have
the vehicle checked at your Saab dealer.
!Never use different brands of clutch fluid to-
gether.
!When clutch fluid is added, be careful not toallow any dirt into the tank."Recommended clutch fluidFMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 brake fluid
Brake boosterIf the brake booster does not operate as described be-
low, have it checked by your Saab dealer.
1. With the engine off, depress the brake pedal sever-
al times, applying the same pedal force each time. The
distance the pedal travels should not vary.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, start the engine.
The pedal should move slightly down to the floor.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop the engine
and keep the pedal depressed for 30 seconds. The
pedal height should not change.
4. Start the engine again and run for about one minute
then turn it off. Depress the brake pedal several times
to check the brake booster. Brake booster operates
properly if the pedal stroke decreases with each de-
pression.
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Brake pedalCheck the brake pedal free play and reserve distance
according to the maintenance schedule in the “Saab
Warranty and Service Record Booklet”."Checking the brake pedal free play1) 0.04 – 0.12 in (1.0 – 3.0 mm)Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal
several times. Lightly press the brake pedal down with
one finger to check the free play with a force of less
than 2 lbs (10 N, 1 kg).If the free play is not within proper specification, con-
tact your Saab dealer.
"Checking the brake pedal reserve dis-
tance1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)Depress the pedal with a force of approximately 66 lbs
(294 N, 30 kg) and measure the distance between the
upper surface of the pedal pad and the floor.
When the measurement is smaller than the specifica-
tion, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly,
contact with your Saab dealer.
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HSB049BB
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HSB050BB
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Clutch pedal (MT vehicles)Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance
according to the maintenance schedule in the “Saab
9-2X Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet”."Checking the clutch functionCheck the clutch engagement and disengagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there are no ab-
normal noises when the clutch pedal is depressed,
and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to
check that the engine and transmission smoothly cou-
ple without any sign of slippage.
"Checking the clutch pedal free play1) 0.16 – 0.51 in (4.0 –13.0 mm)Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger
until you feel resistance, and check the free play.
If the free play is not within proper specification, con-
tact your Saab dealer.
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HSB049BB
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Replacement of brake pad and liningThe right front disc brake and the right rear disc brake
have an audible wear indicators on the brake pads. If
the brake pads wear close to their service limit, the
wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise
when the brake pedal is applied.
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the
brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your
Saab dealer as soon as possible.
If you continue to drive despite the scraping
noise from the audible brake pad wear indica-
tor, it will result in the need for costly brake ro-tor repair or replacement."Breaking-in of new brake pads and lin-
ingsWhen replacing the brake pad or lining, use only gen-
uine Saab parts. After replacement, the new parts
must be broken in as follows:
!Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to
65 km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this
five or more times.
!Parking brake lining
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of about 22 mph
(35 km/h).
2. With the parking brake release button pushed in,
pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY.
(Pulling with a force of approximately 33 lbs [147 N,
15 kg].)
HS7012BA
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3. Drive the vehicle for about 220 yards (200 meters)
in this condition.
4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking brake to cool
down. Repeat this procedure.
5. Check the parking brake stroke. If the parking
brake stroke is out of the specified range, adjust it by
turning the adjusting nut located on the parking brake
lever.Parking brake stroke:
7 – 8 notches / 44 lbs (196 N, 20 kg)
A safe location and situation should be select-ed for break-in driving.Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully
may cause the rear wheels to lock. To avoid
this, be certain to pull the lever up slowly andgently.
Parking brake strokeCheck the parking brake stroke according to the main-
tenance schedule in the “Saab Warranty and Service
Record Booklet”. When the parking brake is properly
adjusted, braking power is fully applied by pulling the
lever up seven to eight notches gently but firmly (about
44 lbs [196 N, 20 kg]). If the parking brake lever stroke
is not within the specified range, have the brake sys-
tem checked and adjusted at your Saab dealer.
UG7509CA
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Tires and wheels"Types of tiresYou should be familiar with type of tires present on
your vehicle.
The factory-fitted tires are all-season tires except for
the 17-inch tires that are optional on the Aero (those
are summer tires).
!All season tires
All season tires are designed to provide an adequate
measure of traction, handling and braking perfor-
mance in year-round driving including snowy and icy
road conditions. However all season tires do not offer
as much traction performance as winter (snow) tires in
heavy or loose snow or on icy roads.
All season tires are identified by “ALL SEASON” and/
or “M+S” (Mud & Snow) on the tire sidewall.
!Summer tires
Summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suit-
ed for highway driving under dry conditions.
Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery
roads such as on snow-covered or icy roads.
If you drive your vehicle on snow-covered or icy roads,
we strongly recommend the use of winter (snow) tires.
When installing winter tires, be sure to replace all four
tires.!Winter (snow) tires
Winter tires are best suited for driving on snow-cov-
ered and icy roads. However winter tires do not per-
form as well as summer tires and all season tires on
roads other than snow-covered and icy roads.
"Tire inspectionCheck on a daily basis that the tires are free from se-
rious damage, nails, and stones. At the same time,
check the tires for abnormal wear.
Contact your Saab dealer immediately if you find any
problem.NOTE!When the wheels and tires strike curbs or are
subjected to harsh treatment as when the vehicle
is driven on a rough surface, they can suffer dam-
age that cannot be seen with the naked eye. This
type of damage does not become evident until
time has passed. Try not to drive over curbs, pot-
holes or on other rough surfaces. If doing so is un-
avoidable, keep the vehicle’s speed down to a
walking pace or less, and approach the curbs as
squarely as possible. Also, make sure the tires are
not pressed against the curb when you park the
vehicle.
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!If you feel unusual vibration while driving or find
it difficult to steer the vehicle 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 maxi-
mize the tires’ service lives and is essential for good
running performance. 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 be-
fore 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 increase. Be careful not to
mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its
pressure.
NOTE!The air pressure in a tire increases by approxi-
mately 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).
Do not let air out of warm tires to adjust pres-sure. Doing so will result in low tire pressure.
UGB510BA
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