service indicator SAAB 9-7X 2007 User Guide

Overload Protection
The air suspension system is equipped with
overload protection. Overload protection is
designed to protect the air suspension system,
and it is an indicator to the driver that the
vehicle is overloaded. When the overload
protection mode is on, it will not allow damage to
the air compressor. However, do not overload
the vehicle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 296.
If the suspension remains at a low height,
the rear axle load has exceeded GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating). When the overload
protection mode is activated, the compressor
operates for about 30 seconds to one minute
without raising the vehicle depending on the
amount of overload. This will continue each time
the ignition is turned on until the rear axle load
is reduced below GAWR.
Indicator Light
The indicator light on the inator switch in the
rear passenger compartment also serves as an
indicator for internal system error. If the indicator
light is ashing without the load leveling function
or the inator being active, turn off the ignition.
The next day turn on the ignition and check
the indicator light. The vehicle can be driven with
the light ashing, but if it is you should have
the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
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Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part
of the proper maintenance of your vehicle.
To help keep your engine clean and maintain
optimum vehicle performance, we recommend
the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline.
Gasoline Octane
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted
octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating
is less than 87, you may notice an audible
knocking noise when you drive, commonly referred
to as spark knock. If this occurs, use a gasoline
rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible.
If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or
higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine
needs service.
Gasoline Specications
At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM
specication D 4814 in the United States or
CAN/CGSB-3.5 in Canada. Some gasolines may
contain an octane-enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). We recommend against the use of
gasolines containing MMT. SeeAdditives on
page 325for additional information.
California Fuel
If your vehicle is certied to meet California
Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate
on fuels that meet California specications.
See the underhood emission control label.
If this fuel is not available in states adopting
California emissions standards, your vehicle will
operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specications, but emission control system
performance may be affected. The malfunction
indicator lamp may turn on and your vehicle
may fail a smog-check test. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 187. If this occurs,
return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis.
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If it is determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be
covered by your warranty.
Additives
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the
United States are now required to contain additives
that will help prevent engine and fuel system
deposits from forming, allowing your emission
control system to work properly. In most cases,
you should not have to add anything to your fuel.
However, some gasolines contain only the
minimum amount of additive required to meet
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves
clean, or if your vehicle experiences problems
due to dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline
that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline. Also, your dealer has additives that will
help correct and prevent most deposit-related
problems.Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers
and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may
be available in your area. We recommend that you
use these gasolines, if they comply with the
specications described earlier. However,
E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing
more than 10% ethanol must not be used
in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.
Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for
fuel that contains methanol. Do not use
fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal
parts in your fuel system and also damage
the plastic and rubber parts. That damage
would not be covered under your warranty.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low
emissions may contain an octane-enhancing
additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you
buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.
We recommend against the use of such gasolines.
Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of
spark plugs and the performance of the emission
control system may be affected. The malfunction
indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to
your dealer for service.
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Brake Wear
Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that
make a high-pitched warning sound when the
brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
The sound may come and go or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving, except when you
are pushing on the brake pedal rmly.
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that
soon the brakes will not work well. That
could lead to an accident. When you hear
the brake wear warning sound, have your
vehicle serviced.Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause
a brake squeal when the brakes are rst applied or
lightly applied. This does not mean something is
wrong with your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten
wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque
specications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as
complete axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return
to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc
brakes adjust for wear.
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Accessories and Modications..................... 322
Accessory Inator........................................ 404
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 166
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle............................ 81
Additives, Fuel............................................ 325
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 434
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal............ 110
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 339
Air Conditioning........................................... 167
Air Suspension............................................ 303
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 179
Readiness Light....................................... 178
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 473
Airbag System............................................... 64
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 81
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 72
Passenger Sensing System....................... 74
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 80
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 72
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inates?................................................. 73Airbag System (cont.)
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 70
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 67
All-Wheel Drive........................................... 368
All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System.................... 275
All-Wheel-Drive Service Light....................... 192
Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 261
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.................................................... 261
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 269
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 184
Appearance Care
Aluminum Wheels.................................... 429
Care of Safety Belts................................ 427
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 431
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 428
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 423
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 425
Finish Care.............................................. 428
Finish Damage......................................... 430
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 426
Leather.................................................... 426
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 430
Tires........................................................ 430
Underbody Maintenance........................... 431
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Light (cont.)
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 194
Malfunction Indicator................................ 187
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 179
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 177
Reduced Engine Power............................ 191
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 177
Security................................................... 191
Service All-Wheel-Drive............................ 192
StabiliTrak
®Indicator................................ 185
StabiliTrak®Service.................................. 185
Tire Pressure........................................... 186
Lighting
Entry........................................................ 164
Exit.......................................................... 164
Limited-Slip Rear Axle................................. 271
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 296
Lockout Protection......................................... 97
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................ 94
Door.......................................................... 92
Lockout Protection..................................... 97
Power Door............................................... 93
Programmable Automatic Door Locks......... 94
Rear Door Security Locks.......................... 97Loss of Control........................................... 280
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 194
Luggage Carrier.......................................... 141
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................ 9
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 452
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 455
At Least Once a Month............................ 455
At Least Once a Year .............................. 456
Introduction.............................................. 448
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 453
Maintenance Record................................ 462
Maintenance Requirements...................... 448
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts............................... 460
Owner Checks and Services.................... 455
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 458
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 450
Using....................................................... 448
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 448
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 187
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Spare Tire................................................... 423
Accessory Inator..................................... 404
Installing.................................................. 410
Removing................................................ 408
Storing..................................................... 420
Specications, Capacities............................ 445
Speedometer............................................... 176
StabiliTrak
®System..................................... 271
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light........................... 185
StabiliTrak®Service Light............................. 185
Starting Your Engine................................... 108
Steering...................................................... 276
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 259
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 151
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 140
Cupholder(s)............................................ 139
Glove Box................................................ 139
Luggage Carrier....................................... 141
Overhead Console................................... 140
Rear Floor Storage Lid............................ 142
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 295
Sun Visors.................................................. 101
Suspension................................................. 303
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Tachometer................................................. 176
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps............................. 374
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 258
Theft-Deterrent Systems.............................. 101
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 102
PASS-Key
®III .......................................... 103
PASS-Key®III Operation.......................... 104
Throttle, Adjustable...................................... 110
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 151
Tire
Pressure Light.......................................... 186
Tires........................................................... 380
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..................... 429
Buying New Tires..................................... 398
Chains..................................................... 404
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 406
Cleaning.................................................. 430
Different Size........................................... 400
High-Speed Operation.............................. 390
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 406
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 388
Inator, Accessory.................................... 404
Inspection and Rotation............................ 396
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 410
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