buttons SAAB 9-3 2002 User Guide

98 Saab 9-3 Audio SystemRadio Press the RADIO button to switch to the
radio when another source is active. Preset station buttons (1) Press once (release within a second) to
select a preset station, e.g.
The small figure on the far right of the dis-
play is the number of the preset button
selected.
Presetting a station
Press the desired button and hold it down
for more than a second to store the currently
tuned station. During this time, the radio will
be mute. The sound will return as soon as
the station has been stored.
Seeking (2) Automatic seek tuning:
Press briefly to search for higher fre-
quencies or for lower frequencies.
Manual tuning:
To switch to the manual-tuning function,
press or and hold until a
chime sounds and the M indicator appears
on the display.
The function will revert to automatic seek
tuning two seconds after the last manual
frequency change has been made. Band selector (3) Touch the BAND button repeatedly to move
through the waveband selections: FM1,
FM2 and AM.
AS, Autostore (4) The autostore mode provides an additional
preset function that can be used to search
for and to store stations when you are in an
area where you are unfamiliar with the sta-
tions and their frequencies. This can be
done without changing your normal presets.
Touch the AS button to switch the Autostore
mode ON/OFF. When the Autostore mode
is ON, the AS indicator will show at the
bottom of the display.
Press and hold the AS button for more than
a second to initiate an automatic search for
the six strongest stations.
Each time the system finds and stores a sta-
tion, the number on the far right of the SID
display will change. If the system cannot
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find six stations with good reception, the
remaining preset buttons will be empty. If
one of these empty buttons is pressed, FM
or AM**** will appear on the display.
When the system leaves the AS mode, it
returns to the station that was selected
before the AS mode was activated.
The AS mode can also be used in the AM
band.
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103 Saab 9-3 Audio System
If the CD changer is activated immediately
after a magazine has been loaded, the fol-
lowing will appear on the display:
The CD number will change as each CD is
played.
After a magazine has been loaded, play-
back will start with the first track on the first
CD when the CD changer is selected, and
the following will appear on the display:
Selecting CDs (1) When the CD changer is operating, the
radio preset buttons work for the six CDs in
the magazine. Press the button for the cor-
responding CD.
If the selected CD is already being played,
playback will restart from the first track. If the selected CD-tray, e.g. 3, is empty, the
following will appear on the display:
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105 Saab 9-3 Audio System
General functionsVolume-preset modeTo select the volume-preset mode, press
and hold the BAND button at the same time
as you switch the Audio System on.
Use the button to select the
required function.
The following volume settings can be prese-
lected:
STARTVOL - maximum volume level
when the Audio System is switched on.
 TEL VOL - preset volume level when an
in-car phone is activated.
 SP D VOL - speed-dependent volume.
The Audio System will automatically
adjust the volume level to suit the back-
ground noise, such as road noise, occur-
ring while the car is in motion.
 LOUDNESS ON/OFF - boosting of the
highest and lowest frequency ranges to
enhance the sound image when the
volume is set to a low level. Adjusting the volume The default setting for START VOL is
volume setting 9, and that for TEL VOL is
volume setting 14 (the highest volume set-
ting is 30).  Maximum START VOL
TELVOL
To change the volume setting:
– Press and hold the BAND button at the
same time as you switch on the Audio
System.
– Adjust the volume.
– Wait 10 seconds or touch one of the
buttons on the bottom row of the Audio
System, e.g. RADIO, to save the new vol-
ume setting.
Speed-dependent volume
(SP D VOL) ON/OFF To change the volume setting:
The default setting for this function is ON.
– Press and hold the BAND button at the same time as you switch on the Audio
System.
– Select SP D VOL using .
– Select ON/OFF by turning the VOL
control.
– Wait 10 seconds or touch one of the but-
tons on the bottom row of the Audio Sys-
tem, e.g. RADIO, to save the new volume
setting.
Loudness ON/OFF To change the loudness setting:
The default setting for this function is ON.
– Press and hold the BAND button at the
same time as you switch on the Audio
System.
– Select LOUDNESS using .
– Select ON/OFF by turning the VOL
control.
– Wait 10 seconds or touch one of the but-
tons on the bottom row of the Audio Sys-
tem, e.g. RADIO, to save the new volume
setting.
WARNING
These functions should only be carried
out when the car is stationary.
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106 Saab 9-3 Audio SystemSteering-wheel
controls To facilitate use of the Audio System and to
promote safer driving, most of the functions
can be operated using the integral remote
controls on the steering wheel. Control functions: NEXT:
RADIO mode: preselect buttons
1⇒2⇒ ... ⇒6⇒1⇒ ...
CD mode: Inoperative.
CD-changer mode: Change CD in the
magazine 1⇒2⇒ ... ⇒6⇒1⇒ ...
<< SEEK >>:
RADIO mode: Auto/manual seeking.
CD/CD-changer mode: Track
change/Rapid play.SRC (SOURCE)
Press repeatedly to switch between
RADIO ⇒(CD changer) ⇒ RADIO ⇒ ...
VOL +/–:
Volume adjust.
Security lock The Audio System is equipped with an elec-
tronic security lock. The special code is
unique to the car in which the Audio System
is fitted.
Each time the Audio System is switched on,
a check is made to ensure that the codes
match.
If not, the following will appear on the
display:
If a CD changer has been installed, it will
also have been security coded.
If the security code for the CD changer does
not match when the changer is selected, the
following will appear on the display:
If a CD changer is to be installed or if you
wish to move the main audio-system
module and/or CD changer to another car
(Saab 9-3), you
must
consult an authorized
Saab dealer so that the modules can be
given the correct security codes.
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112 OnStar - TelematicsYour new vehicle comes equipped with
advanced telematics hardware and one full
year of Onstar Premium Service. Saab
Telematics is a sophisticated in-vehicle
system allowing convergence of wireless
communications, GPS (Global Positioning
System) satellites and advanced vehicle
electronics.
You must activate immediately to ensure
you receive your full year of service, as your
prepaid subscription begins at the time of
delivery.
Here’s how to activate your OnStar ser-
vice:
1 Push the blue OnStar button located in
your Saab. After a prerecorded mes-
sage explaining the benefits of onStar,
you will be greeted by a live OnStar advi-
sor. The advisor will activate your
OnStar service.
2 Provide the information requested by
the advisor to activate your account and
set up your personal profile. This will
take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Using OnStarWelcome to OnStar. This section gives you
all the information you need to get started
using OnStar, including descriptions of all
OnStar services. It also introduces the
added services of Personal Calling, Virtual
advisor, and the Onstar Subscriber website.
For a complete explanation of these addi-
tional services, please see pages 116, 120
and 121.
NOTE: In order for OnStar to operate, the
car audio system must be switched on.OnStar is EasyIt’s easy to start using your OnStar system.
In fact, pressing the OnStar button is usually
all you need to do. Once you are connected,
an OnStar advisor will help you with the ser-
vices in your plan.
Inoperative if battery is discharge or dis-
connected.
OnStar is powered by your vehicle´s battery
and will not operate if the battery is dis-
charged or disconnected.
Potentially inoperative if vehicle is in a
crash
If your vehicle is in a crash, some compo-
nents could be damaged or disconnected,
potentially rendering OnStar inoperative.Your onboard OnStar System consists of
three buttons:
OnStar Services Button
Press this button, and you are
connected to an OnStar advi-
sor. You will hear a chime, fol-
lowed by the words
”Connecting to OnStar.” Allow
20-30 seconds for initial con-
nection to the OnStar Call Cen-
ter. An advisor will then help
you with any of the services
included in your OnStar plan.
If cellular service is unavail-
able, OnStar will generate a
fast busy tone. The OnStar sys-
tem will retry calls a number of
times before returning to the
ready mode. To cancel the
automatic dialing, press the
White dot button.
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113 OnStar - Telematics
System status lightSolid Green — Indicates the OnStar
system in the vehicle is powered ON and
ready to make calls or receive calls from the
OnStar Center.
Blinking Green — The light blinks green to
indicate a call is being connected or in
progress. If you notice this light blinking
while you are not on a call, press the White
dot button.
Red — This signals that your OnStar
system may not be functioning properly.
Press the OnStar button to attempt to con-
tact an OnStar advisor. If the connection is
made, the advisor will assist you in making
sure your OnStar system is operating prop-
erly. If you cannot contact the OnStar Cen-
ter, please take your car to the nearest Saab
dealer for diagnosis and service.The OnStar Center is the heart of your ser-
vice — staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week with knowledgeable OnStar advisors.
Even on weekends and holidays, there is
always someone ready to help.
OnStar uses sophisticated Global Position-
ing System (GPS) satellites to locate your
Saab, and wireless technology to provide
the communications link and seamless inte-
gration into your Saab. This system allows
the OnStar advisors to pinpoint your Saab´s
location precisely. This way, advisors can
provide you with a range of helpful services
to protect you and your Saab. Plus, with the
Premium Services Plan* included for 12
months with your Saab, advisors can also
access an extensive database to assist you
with directions, making reservations and
other convenience services.
*) New retail deliveries only.
Emergency button
In an emergency, press this
button to connect with an
OnStar advisor. Your call will be
given the highest priority, and
you will hear a tone followed by
the words ”Connecting to
OnStar Emergency.” An advi-
sor will locate your Saab, find
out what kind of assistance you
require, and contact the near-
est emergency services pro-
vider who can dispatch
ambulance, fire, police or other
emergency services. Please
use this button only for true
emergencies.
White dot button
Press this button at the end of a
call. You’ll hear the words
”OnStar Request Ended.” Also,
press this button to answer a
call from the OnStar Center, or
cancel a call if one of the other
buttons is accidentally
pressed. This button is also
used to access OnStar Per-
sonal Calling services which
are described on page 116.
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128 Interior equipment, trunkBackrest rake angle Push the rear lever forward or rearward to
adjust the rake angle of the backrest.
Memory function (certain variants)In some variants the electrically adjustable
driver’s seat has a memory function. Three
different settings can be programmed.
1 Make the desired adjustments to the
seat setting.
2 Store the setting of the seat by keeping
the ”M” depressed and at the same time
pressing one of the memory buttons, 1,
2 or 3. The SID will acknowledge stor-
age with a chime.
When you next wish to activate the memory
function, keep the desired memory button
depressed while the seat adopts the pro-
grammed settings.
To change any of the three programmed
settings, repeat stages 1 and 2.
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129 Interior equipment, trunk
Electrically heated front seats
(option on some model vari-
ants/markets)Both front seats can be equipped with heat-
ing for the seat cushion and backrest. It is
switched on and off using the buttons on the
instrument panel.
The heating is thermostatically controlled. It
comes on when the temperature of the seat
cushion goes below 79°F (26°C) and turns
off when it reaches 97°F (36°C).
Shut off the heating once the seat is warm.
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147 Starting and driving
If the car does not startIf the text "KEY NOT ACCEPTED" appears
on the SID when the engine refuses to start,
the trouble may be a fault in the transponder
of the key or in the receiver of the ignition
switch. Proceed as follows:
• Turn the key back to the LOCK position.
 Turn the key to the ON position.
 Press one of the buttons on the remote
control (the LED on top of the dash stops
flashing).
 Start the engine.
Try the other key. If it works, the trouble is in
the first key.
Call on an authorized Saab dealer for
inspection and correction.
Starting the engine
Do not run the starter motor for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 20-30 seconds
before running the starter again, to give the
battery time to recover.
Avoid racing the engine or putting a heavy
load on it before it has warmed up. Let the
engine idle for at least 10 seconds and then
drive away as long as the engine oil warning
light has gone out to enable the engine to
attain its normal temperature as quickly as
possible.
It is possible for air to enter the lubricating
system in conjunction with an oil or oil-filter
change, or if the car has been stored for
some time. This air can cause the hydraulic
cam followers to emit a ticking noise, which
can persist for up to 15 minutes after start-
ing. Although this is quite normal and does
not indicate any malfunction, it is advisable
not to exceed 3,000 rpm before the noise
has disappeared.
The hydraulic cam lifters are completely
service free; the valve clearance is set up at
the factory and will not need any subse-
quent adjustment.
WARNING
 Always remove the key before leaving
the car.
 Always apply the parking brake before
removing the ignition key.NOTETake care not to spill drinks or to drop
crumbs over the ignition switch. If dirt or
liquid gets into it, the switch may not
operate properly.
WARNING
 When starting the engine:
– Sit down in the driver’s seat.
– Depress the clutch pedal fully. If the
gear lever is not in the neutral posi-
tion, the clutch pedal must be fully
depressed or the car will jump
forwards or backwards, which may
cause a crash.
– Never start the car from outside the
vehicle, e.g. through a lowered
window. This could lead to serious
personal injury.
 Engage reverse (R) (position P for
automatic transmission) to remove the
ignition key. The key can only be
removed in this gear position.
 Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless,
odorless, poisonous gas. Be alert to
the danger of CO – always open the
garage doors before starting the
engine in the garage.
 There is also a danger of CO poison-
ing if the exhaust system is leaking.
 Do not rest or sleep in the car when
parked with the engine running. There
is a risk of depressing the accelerator
which could lead to engine damage.
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