SAAB 9-7X 2007 Owners Manual

Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory
and should need no further adjustment.
However, if your vehicle is damaged in an
accident, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may
be necessary if it is difficult to see the lane
markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers
ash their high-beam headlamps at you (for
vertical aim).
If you believe your headlamps need to be
re-aimed, it is recommend that you take the
vehicle to your dealer for service.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 376.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting
{CAUTION:
The low beam high intensity discharge
lighting system operates at a very high
voltage. If you try to service any of the
system components, you could be
seriously injured. Have your dealer or a
qualied technician service them.
Your vehicle has HID headlamps. After your
vehicle’s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced,
you may notice that the beam is a slightly different
shade than it was originally. This is normal.
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Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and can burst if you drop or
scratch the bulb. You or others could be
injured. Be sure to read and follow the
instructions on the bulb package.
Headlamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 329.
2. Lift the two headlamp retaining clips to release
the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.3. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the
vehicle to access the electrical connectors.
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4. Remove the bulb cover for the high beam (A)
and low beam (B) bulbs.
5. Remove the bulb socket that needs to be
replaced by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from
the old bulb.7. Plug the electrical connector into the new
bulb using care not to touch the glass with
your ngers.
8. Install the new bulb socket and turn it
clockwise to secure.
9. Reinstall the bulb covers.
10. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall.
11. Press down on the retaining clips to secure
the headlamp assembly.
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Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Follow Steps 1 through 3 underHeadlamps on
page 372to access the front turn signal,
sidemarker or parking lamp.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove it from the lamp assembly.
3. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb to
release it from the socket.
4. Push the new bulb into the socket until it
clicks.
5. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly
and turn it clockwise to secure.
6. Reinstall the headlamp assembly by lining up
the headlamp assembly with the slots in the
headlamp retaining clips.
7. Press down on the headlamp retaining clips to
secure the headlamp assembly.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
A. Back-up Lamp
B. Turn Signal LampC. Stoplamp/Taillamp
D. Sidemarker Lamp
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate/Liftglass
on page 98for more information.
2. Remove the screws
from the taillamp
assembly.
3. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the
vehicle.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it from the taillamp assembly.5. Holding the socket, pull the bulb to release it
from the socket.
6. Push the new bulb into the socket until
it clicks.
7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp
assembly and turn it clockwise to secure.
8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by lining up
the locator pins with the retainers in the body
of the vehicle.
9. Reinstall the two screws and tighten.
10. Close the liftgate.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Remove the two screws holding the
license plate lamp lens.
2. Pull the lens away from the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the old bulb straight out from the
bulb socket.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Replace the lamp assembly lens and tighten
the screws.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-Up Lamp 921
Front Parking, Turn Signal Lamp 5702 NAK
Front/Rear Sidemarker 194
License Plate Lamp W5W
Halogen Headlamps
High-Beam 9005
Low-Beam (Halogen Only) H11
Rear Turn Signal 3757 AK
Stoplamp and Taillamp 3157
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer.
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Windshield Replacement
Your vehicle is equipped with an acoustic
windshield. If you ever have to have your
windshield replaced be sure to get an acoustic
windshield so you will continue to have the benets
an acoustic windshield can provide.
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for
wear or cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 450.
Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield when no wiper blade is installed could
damage the windshield. Any damage that
occurs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch
the windshield.
1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper
arm until it locks into a vertical position.A. Blade Assembly
B. Arm Assembly
C. Locking TabD. Blade Pivot
E. Hook Slot
F. Arm Hook
2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot
locking tab. Pull down on the blade
assembly to release it from the wiper
arm hook.
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3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly.
The insert has two notches at one end that
are locked by the bottom claws of the
blade assembly. At the notched end, pull the
insert from the blade assembly.
4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the
insert (D), notched end last, into the end
with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all
the way through the blade claws at the
opposite end (B). The plastic caps (C) will be
forced off as the insert is fully inserted.5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the
bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws are
properly locked on both sides of the insert slots.
A. Claw in Notch
B. Correct Installation
C. Incorrect Installation
6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm
hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks
in the hook slot.
7. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade
assembly onto the windshield.
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Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of
the park rest position.
2. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the
backglass. The backglass wiper blade will not
lock in a vertical position, so care should
be used when pulling it away from the vehicle.
3. Rotate the wiper blade assembly, and pull it
off of the wiper arm. Hold the wiper arm in
position and push the blade away from
the wiper arm.4. Replace the wiper blade.
5. Return the wiper blade assembly to the park
rest position.
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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires
made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever
have questions about your tire warranty and where
to obtain service, see your Saab Warranty
booklet for details. For additional information refer
to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with
your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly
used tires are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and
a serious accident. SeeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 296.
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Underinated tires pose the same
danger as overloaded tires. The
resulting accident could cause serious
injury. Check all tires frequently to
maintain the recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be checked when
your tires are cold. SeeInflation - Tire
Pressure on page 388.
Overinated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden
impact — such as when you hit a
pothole. Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If your tread is badly worn, or if
your tires have been damaged,
replace them.
SeeHigh-Speed Operation on page 390for
ination pressure adjustment for high
speed driving.
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