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Saab 2005 9-7X Owner's Manual - page 95
Torque Lock
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your
transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the
vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the
transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever
out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent
torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into
PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat.
To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-28.
When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another
vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the
pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission,
so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Shifting Out of Park (P)
Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock
control system. You have to fully apply the regular
brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the
ignition is in RUN. See Automatic Transmission
Operation on page 2-24.
Parking Over Things That Burn
{
CAUTION:
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not
park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other
things that can burn.
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2005 - Saab 97X Owner Manual
Summary of 2005 9-7X
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Seats and restraint systems ........................... 1-1 front seats ............................................... 1-2 rear seats ............................................... 1-5 safety belts .............................................. 1-7 child restraints ...................................
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Saab automobile, saab cars usa, saab, saab 9-7x, 9-7x and the saab emblem are registered trademarks of saab automobile, ab. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in ...
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Safety warnings and symbols there are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word caution to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. { caution: these mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you...
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Vehicle damage warnings also, in this manual you will find these notices: notice: these mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly....
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These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: v 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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✍ notes vi 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
Page 7: Section 1
Front seats ......................................................1-2 power seats ..................................................1-2 power lumbar ...............................................1-2 heated seats .................................................1-3 power reclining seatbacks ...........
Page 8: Front Seats
Front seats power seats the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. The horizontal control adjusts the seat cushion and the vertical control adjusts the seatback. • move the front of the horizontal seat control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cu...
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Heated seats your vehicle may have heated front seats. The buttons used to control this feature are located on the front door armrests. The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work. To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal button with the heated seat symbol. Press the button r...
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Power reclining seatbacks the vertical power seat control described earlier allows the seatback to recline. See power seats on page 1-2 for more information. But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. { caution: sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be...
Page 11: Rear Seats
Head restraints adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints lock into place when raised. To release the head restraint and lower it, press the tab located on the top ...
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The rear seatback levers are located on the outboard side of each rear seatback. Pull the seatback toward you as you lift up on the lever. The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down. To raise the seatback, lift up the seatback and push until it locks i...
Page 13: Safety Belts
Safety belts safety belts: they are for everyone this part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. { caution: do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you ...
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You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive a...
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Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-9 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... Or the instrument panel... 1-10 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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Or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and answers about safety belts q: will i be trapped in the vehicle aft...
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Q: if i am a good driver, and i never drive far from home, why should i wear safety belts? A: you may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your contro...
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The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt ...
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Q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { caution: you can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against ...
Page 21
Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is buckled in the wrong place. { caution: you can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious i...
Page 22
Q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { caution: you can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head an...
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Q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. { caution: you can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix ...
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To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety belt use during pregnancy safety belts work for everyone, ...
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Right front passenger position to learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see driver position on page 1-12. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt — except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out...
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Lap-shoulder belt all rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slig...
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The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious ...
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Rear safety belt comfort guides rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When attached to a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for e...
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{ caution: a safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 4. B...
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Safety belt pretensioners your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the retractor part of the safety belts. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal, near...
Page 31: Child Restraints
Child restraints older children older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Q: what is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt sho...
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{ caution: never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: what if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, ...
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{ caution: never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That cou...
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{ caution: people should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240...
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{ caution: children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag sy...
Page 36
Q: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or n...
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{ caution: the body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up aro...
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A rear-facing infant seat (b) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (c-e) provides restraint for the child’s body with ...
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A booster seat (f-g) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Q: how do child restr...
Page 40
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in ...
Page 41
{ caution: a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn...
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In canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the united states, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to an anchor point specified in t...
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Top strap anchor location your vehicle has top strap anchors for the rear seating positions. The anchors are located on the floor in the rear cargo area of your vehicle. Do not use the rear tie-down brackets near the liftgate for top strap tethers. Do not secure a child restraint in the right front ...
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A. Lower anchorage b. Lower anchorage in order to use the latch system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the latch system has a label on the seatback at each lo...
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Securing a child restraint designed for the latch system 1. Find the latch anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. See lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) on page 1-37. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat...
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3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-40 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the c...
Page 48
Securing a child restraint in the right front seat position your vehicle has a right front passenger’s airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See where to put the restraint on page 1-34. In addition, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The passenger...
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There is no top tether anchor at the right front seating position. Do not secure a child seat in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. See lower anchors and...
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5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forwar...
Page 51: Airbag System
If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint. If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the v...
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Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { caution: you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or...
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{ caution: both frontal and roof-mounted airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for airbag inflation before and ...
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The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-48 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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The roof-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows. { caution: if something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that per...
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When should an airbag inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into acc...
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Your vehicle has roof-mounted side impact airbags and a rollover sensor. See airbag system on page 1-45. These “rollover capable” airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes or during a rollover. A side impact airbag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system’s des...
Page 58
How does an airbag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The airbag supplements the protecti...
Page 59
{ caution: when an airbag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get o...
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Passenger sensing system your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger’s position. A passenger airbag status indicator in the rearview mirror will be visible when you turn your ignition key to start or run. The words on and off or the symbol for on and off, will be visibl...
Page 61
Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { caution: a child in a rear-facing child restrai...
Page 62
When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag, the off indicator in the rearview mirror will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restrain...
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{ caution: if the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the caution: (continued) caution: (continued) vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting i...
Page 64
Servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are airbag system parts in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about se...
Page 65: Restraint System Check
Q: because i have a disability, i have to get my vehicle modified. How can i find out whether this will affect my airbag system? A: changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module (located under the driver’s seat), or the inside rearview mirror...
Page 66
Replacing restraint system parts after a crash { caution: a crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working prop...
Page 67: Section 2
Keys ...............................................................2-3 remote keyless entry system .........................2-5 remote keyless entry system operation ...........2-6 doors and locks .............................................2-8 door locks .............................................
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Onstar ® system .............................................2-34 homelink ® wireless control system ...............2-36 homelink ® wireless control system operation .................................................2-37 storage areas ................................................2-41 glove box ......
Page 69: Keys
Keys { caution: leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-3...
Page 70
This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door lock. It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number. The key code number tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra ...
Page 71
Remote keyless entry system your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to federal communications commission (fcc) rules and with industry canada. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not caus...
Page 72
Remote keyless entry system operation with this system you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. K (unlock): press the unlock button to automatically unlock the driver’s door. The parking...
Page 73
Battery replacement under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time...
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and locks door locks { caution: unlocked doors can be dangerous. • passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doo...
Page 75
Power door locks the power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s armrests. Press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. To unlock the doors, press the other side of the switch. Delayed locking this feature delays the locking of the doors and the liftgate when using ...
Page 76
Programming delayed locking to turn the delayed locking feature on or off, do the following: 1. Press and hold the power door lock switch on the driver’s door in the lock position. 2. Press the remote keyless entry transmitter unlock button twice. If the delayed locking feature was on, it will now b...
Page 77
You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to run. The locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode. If the lock/unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode, the current auto lock/unlock...
Page 78
Rear door security locks your vehicle may have this feature. You can lock the rear doors so they cannot be opened from the inside by passengers. To use one of these locks do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. You will find a security lock lever located on the inside edge of each rear door...
Page 79
Liftgate/liftglass { caution: it can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide (co) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell co. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or oth...
Page 80: Windows
Windows { caution: leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with ...
Page 81
Power windows the controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors. With power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in run, accessory or when retained accessory power (rap) is active. See retained accessory power (rap) on page 2-20. The dr...
Page 82: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Visor vanity mirror pull the sun visor down to expose the vanity mirror. Lighted visor vanity mirror your vehicle may have this feature. Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps. The lamps will turn off when the cover is closed. Theft-deterrent systems vehicle theft is ...
Page 83
Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: • if you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed. • always unlock a door with a key, or use the remote keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any other w...
Page 84
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Pass-key ® iii uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. Pass-key ® iii operation your vehicle is equipped with the pass-ke...
Page 85: Vehicle
To program the new key, do the following: 1. Verify that the new key has pk3 stamped on it. 2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to off, and remove the key. 4....
Page 86
Ignition positions use the key to turn the ignition switch to four different positions. The ignition switch is located on the center console. 9 (off/lock): this position locks the ignition and transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove the key when the ignition is...
Page 87
Starting the engine move your shift lever to park (p) or neutral (n). Your engine will not start in any other position — that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use neutral (n) only. Notice: do not try to shift to park (p) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could dam...
Page 88
Adjustable throttle and brake pedal if your vehicle has this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since the pedals cannot move farther away from the standard position, but can move closer for better pedal reach. This fea...
Page 89
Engine coolant heater if your vehicle has an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°f ( − 18°c) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours ...
Page 90
Automatic transmission operation there are several different positions for your gear shift lever. Park (p): this position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. { caution: it is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ...
Page 91
You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from park (p) when the ignition key is in run. If you cannot shift out of park (p), ease pressure on the shift lever, press the button on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into park (p) as you maintain brake applicati...
Page 92
Drive (d): this position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. • going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You will shift down to the next gea...
Page 93
Parking brake to set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your foot and pull up on the parking brake lever located between the seats. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. See brake system warning light on page 3-33. ...
Page 94
Shifting into park (p) { caution: it can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your v...
Page 95
Torque lock if you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into park (p) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of park (p). This is called “torque lock.” to preven...
Page 96
Engine exhaust { caution: engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (co), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • your exhaust system sounds strange or different. • your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • your veh...
Page 97: Mirrors
{ caution: it can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in park (p) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly....
Page 98
Compass calibration when on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. If, after two seconds, the display does not show a compass direction, (n for north, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnet...
Page 99
Outside power mirror the outside power mirror control is located on the driver’s door. 1. Turn the knob toward the mirror you desire to adjust. 2. Move the control in the direction you want the mirror to go. 3. Adjust the mirror in all four directions so that you can see the side of your vehicle and...
Page 100: Onstar
Outside convex mirror { caution: a convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane, you could hit a vehicle. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger’s out...
Page 101
Safe and sound plan • advanced automatic collision notification • automatic notification of airbag deployment • emergency services • roadside assistance • stolen vehicle tracking • accident assist • remote door unlock/vehicle alert • remote diagnostics • online concierge directions and connections p...
Page 102: Homelink
Onstar ® steering wheel controls a steering wheel control can be used to interact with the onstar ® personal calling feature. To make a phone call, press the talk/mute button with this symbol on the steering wheel, say “dial”, then say the number you wish to dial with no pauses. When calling into vo...
Page 103
If your vehicle is equipped with the homelink ® transmitter, it complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may...
Page 104
Programming homelink ® your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons, releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the but...
Page 105
8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the programmed homelink ® button for two seconds, then release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time, and depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the...
Page 106
Erasing homelink ® buttons to erase programming from the three buttons do the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold the two outside buttons for longer than 30 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Homelink ® is ...
Page 107: Storage Areas
Storage areas glove box open the glove box by pulling up on the handle. Cupholder(s) your vehicle is equipped with a cupholder on the instrument panel next to the radio. To open the cupholder, push once on the arm and the cupholder will move into position for use. To close the cupholder, lift the ar...
Page 108
Luggage carrier { caution: if you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently ...
Page 109
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see loading your vehicle on page 4-29. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier is locked and cargo is still s...
Page 110
Cargo cover if your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To install the cargo cover, do the following: 1. Align the endcap with the pocket in the trim panel located behind the rear seat. 2. Squeeze the opposite endcap, align it with the pocket l...
Page 111: Sunroof
Sunroof the vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. The ignition must be on, or turned to acc, or retained accessory power (rap) must be active to operate it. See retained accessory power (rap) on page 2-20. The sunroof switch is located in the overhead console. Press and release the b...
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To store the memory settings, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both of the outside mirrors, and the adjustable pedals, if equipped, to the desired position. 2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory control for three seconds. A double...
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Instrument panel overview ...............................3-4 hazard warning flashers ................................3-6 other warning devices ...................................3-6 horn .............................................................3-6 tilt wheel ........................................
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Check gages warning light ...........................3-41 gate ajar light .............................................3-42 fuel gage ...................................................3-42 low fuel warning light .................................3-43 check gas cap light ................................
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✍ notes 3-3 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
Page 116: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument panel overview 3-4 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: a. Air outlets. See outlet adjustment on page 3-24. B. Turn signal/multifunction lever. See turn signal/multifunction lever on page 3-7. C. Audio steering wheel controls. See audio steering wheel controls on page 3-94. D. Horn. See horn...
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Hazard warning flashers your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning flashers work n...
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Turn signal/multifunction lever the lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • g turn and lane-change signals. See turn and lane-change signals on page 3-7. • o headlamps. See headlamps on page 3-14. • 3 headlamp high/low beam-changer. See headlamp high/low-beam changer ...
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If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse. See fuses and circuit breakers on page 5-95 and check for burned-out bulbs. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a different...
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Windshield wipers the lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. 7 (mist): pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position. For more cycles, hold the lever down before releasing it. 9 (off): put the leve...
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Windshield washer l (windshield washer): to spray washer fluid on the windshield, press the windshield washer paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed. { caution: in freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise...
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Headlamp washer your vehicle may be equipped with a headlamp washer system. The headlamp washers clear debris from the headlamp lenses by soaking the lens with fluid, waiting for about five seconds, then rinsing the loose debris from the lenses. The headlamp washers are located under the headlamps. ...
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If you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off. { caution: cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast chan...
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Resuming a set speed suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resum...
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Using cruise control on hills how well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower ...
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; (parking lamps): turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following: • sidemarker lamps • taillamps • license plate lamps • instrument panel lights 5 (headlamps): turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed...
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Automatic headlamp system when it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be on. Your vehicle is equ...
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Fog lamps use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp control is located on the turn signal/multifunction lever. - : the band with this symbol is used to turn the fog lamps on and off. When the fog lamps are turned on, the parking lamps also turn on. A message will...
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Dome lamp override the dome override button is located to the left of the steering column. To turn the dome lamps off, press the button. The dome lamps will remain off when a door is open. This will override the illuminated entry feature unless you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock...
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Battery run-down protection this feature shuts off the dome, courtesy and vanity lamps if they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep your battery from running down. If the battery run-down protection shuts off the interior lamps, it may be necessary to do one ...
Page 132: Climate Controls
Climate controls dual automatic climate control system with this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. When your vehicle is first started and the climate control system is on, or if the climate control system has been turned on, the display will show the drive...
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Passenger’s side temperature knob: turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower the temperature on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing toward the passenger. The passenger’s temper...
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Manual operation to change the current setting, select one of the following: w9x (fan): this button allows you to manually adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed. The display will change to show you the selected fan speed and the drive...
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# a/c (air conditioning): press this button to manually turn the air conditioning system on or off. When the system is on, the system will automatically begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. The air conditioning symbol will appear on the display when the air conditioning is on...
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Outlet adjustment use the air outlets located in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel to direct the airflow. Operation tips • keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the ch...
Page 137: Indicators
Warning lights, gages, and indicators this part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying...
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Instrument panel cluster your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. United states version sho...
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Speedometer and odometer your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the united states) or kilometers (used in canada). The odometer mileage can be checked wit...
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Safety belt reminder light when the key is turned to run or start, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind you and your passengers to buckle your safety belts. The driver safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for several more. You should buc...
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Airbag readiness light there is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules...
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Passenger airbag status indicator your vehicle has the passenger sensing system, your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the ignition key is turned to run or start, the passenger airbag status indicator will light on and off, or the symbol for on and off, for several secon...
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Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” this is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { caution: even though the passenger sensing syst...
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Charging system light the charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the cha...
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Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increa...
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If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See towing your vehicle on page 4-34...
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Engine coolant temperature gage this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the en...
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Notice: modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same tire performance criteria (tpc) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause this light to come on. Modifica...
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If the light is on steady you may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See filling the tank on page 5-6. The diagnostic system can determine i...
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Emissions inspection and maintenance programs some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know...
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{ caution: do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs...
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Security light this light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward start. See pass-key ® iii operation on page 2-18 for additional information regarding the security light. Cruise control light the cruise light appears whenever you set your cruise control. Reduced engine power light this li...
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Highbeam on light this light will come on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See headlamp high/low-beam changer on page 3-8. Service all-wheel drive light this light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it is working. The service all-wheel drive light co...
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Gate ajar light if this light comes on, your liftgate or liftglass is not completely shut. Close the liftgate or liftglass. Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open. Fuel gage when the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining. Here are four...
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Low fuel warning light the light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. To turn it off, add fuel to the fuel tank. See fuel on page 5-4. Check gas cap light if equipped, this light will come on if your gas c...
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Average fuel economy: press the fuel information button until avg. Econ appears on the display. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (mpg), kilometers per liter (km/l), or liters per 100 kilometers (l/100 km) your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions. Press and hold t...
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You can also reset the trip a or trip b while they are displayed by pressing the trip stem. If you press and hold the trip stem or the select button for four seconds, the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for trip a or trip b. Timer: the dic can be used as a timer...
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Battery not charging if the battery is not charging during operation, this message will appear on the dic. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Have the electrical system checked by your saab dealer as soon as possible. See voltmeter gage on page 3-32. Press the select button to ackno...
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Front fog lamps off if the fog lamps are turned off, this message will appear on the dic. The message will clear after 10 seconds. If you turn on the high-beam headlamps, the fog lamps will also turn off and this message will appear on the dic. The fog lamps will turn back on again when you switch b...
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Oil pressure low/stop engine if low oil pressure levels occur, this message will be displayed on the dic. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by...
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Service brake system if a problem occurs with the brake system this message will appear on the dic. If this message appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the dic display. If the message is still displayed, or appears again when y...
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Lock doors press the customization button until lock doors: in gear appears in the display. To select your preference for automatic locking, press the select button while lock doors: in gear is displayed on the dic. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: lock doors: in...
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Lock feedback: off: there will be no feedback when locking the vehicle. Lock feedback: lamps: the parking lamps will flash each time you press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Lock feedback: horn: the horn will chirp the second time you press the button with t...
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• headlamp delay: 2 min • headlamp delay: 3 min • headlamp delay: off the amount of time you choose will be the amount of time that the headlamps stay on after you turn off the vehicle. If you choose off, the headlamps will turn off as soon as you turn off the vehicle. Choose one of the available op...
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Curb view press the customization button until curb view: off appears in the display. To select your preference for curb view, press the select button while curb view: off is displayed on the dic. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: curb view: off (default): the pas...
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Language press the customization button until language: english appears in the display. To select your preference for display language, press the select button while language: english is displayed on the dic. Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: • english (default) •...
Page 168: Audio System(S)
Audio system(s) notice: before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, cd player, cb radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equi...
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Radio with cd xm™ satellite radio service xm™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous united states. Xm™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming. Xm™ provides digital quality audio and text information that inclu...
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Auto vol (automatic volume): with automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select low, medium, or high. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster veh...
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If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and release the information button. A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of this button. Once the complete message has been displayed, the i...
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Auto eq (automatic equalization): press this button to select customized equalization settings designed for country/western, jazz, talk, pop, rock and classical. The equalization one through seven options are included only if your vehicle is equipped with the bose ® system. Press the auto eq button ...
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Radio messages cal err (calibration error): the audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If cal err appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer for service. Loc (locked): this messa...
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Xm™ radio messages (cont’d) radio display message condition action required ch unavl channel no longer available this previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button. No info artist name...
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Xm™ radio messages (cont’d) radio display message condition action required unknown radio id not known (should only be if hardware failure) if this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer. Check xm hardware failure if this message does not...
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3 n (repeat): press this pushbutton to hear a track over again. Rpt on will appear on the display. The current track will continue to repeat. Press this pushbutton again to turn off repeat play. Rpt off will appear on the display. 4 y (random): press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rat...
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Using an mp3 cd mp3 format this mp3 player will accept mp3 files that were recorded on an up to 700 mb cd-r cd. The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates: 32 kpbs, 40 kpbs, 56 kpbs, 64 kpbs, 80 kpbs, 96 kpbs, 112 kpbs, 128 kpbs, 160 kpbs, 192 kpbs, 224 kpbs, 256 kpbs, and 320 kpbs...
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Order of play tracks will be played in the following order: • play will begin from the first track in the first playlist and will continue sequentially through all tracks in each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has been played, play will continue from the first track of the first ...
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If playing a cd-r the sound quality may be reduced due to cd-r quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the cd-r has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If t...
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© seek ¨ : press the left arrow to go to the start of the previous track. Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track. Press either arrow for more than two seconds and scan will appear on display. The radio will scan the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second. Release the ar...
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Cd messages check cd: if this message appears on the display and/or the cd comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • it is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the cd should play. • you are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the cd should play...
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Playing the radio p (power): press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. Disp (display): when the ignition is turned off, press this knob to display the time. For xm™ (if equipped), press the disp knob while in xm™ mode to retrieve four differ...
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Press and hold this button until pscn will appear on the display and the radio will produce two beeps. The radio will go to a preset station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets. The radio will onl...
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Setting the tone (bass/treble) e (bass/treble): push and release this knob until bass or treb appears on the display. Turn this knob to increase or to decrease. The display will show the bass or the treble level. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble. To adjust the bass and the treble t...
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Finding a category (cat) station (xm™ satellite radio service only) to select and find a desired category perform the following: 1. Press the cat button to activate category select mode. The current category will appear on the display. 2. Turn the tune knob to select a category. 3. Once the desired ...
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Xm™ radio messages radio display message condition action required xl (explicit language channels) xl on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-xmxm (9696). Updat...
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Xm™ radio messages (cont’d) radio display message condition action required no info category name not available no category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No info no text/informational message available no text or informational messages are ava...
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Playing a cd if the ignition or radio is turned off, with a cd in the player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the cd will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. When a cd is inserted, the cd symbol will appear on the cd. As each...
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To load more than one cd but less than six, complete steps 1 through 3. When finished loading cds, press the load button to cancel the loading function. The radio will begin to play the last cd loaded. If more than one cd has been loaded, a number for each cd will appear on the display. Playing a sp...
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N (repeat): with repeat, one track or an entire cd can be repeated. To use repeat, do the following: • to repeat the track you are listening to, press and release the repeat button. Rpt on will appear on the display. Press this button again to turn off repeat play. Rpt off will appear on the display...
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B (cd): press this button to play a cd when listening to the radio. The cd symbol will appear on the display when a cd is loaded. Auto eq (automatic equalization): press eq to select an equalization setting while playing a cd. The equalization will be set whenever a cd is played. See “eq” listed pre...
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To delete tracks from the song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the cd player on. 2. Press the song list button to turn song list on. S-list will appear on the display. 3. Press either seek scan arrow to select the desired track to be deleted. 4. Press and hold the song list button for two...
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• there may have been a problem while burning the cd. • the label may be caught in the cd player. If the cd is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good cd. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio displays an error mess...
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Headphones the rse system includes two sets of wireless headphones. Each set of headphones has an on/off control. An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when they are on. If the light does not illuminate, the batteries may need to be replaced. See “battery replacement” following for mo...
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To use the auxiliary inputs on the rse system, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded rca jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the rse system power on. If the rse system had been previously in the dvd player mode, pressing the srce button on the faceplate or the remote contr...
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Video screen the video screen is located in the overhead console. To use the video screen, push forward on the release latch and the screen will fold down. Adjust the screen’s position as desired. When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its latched position. The dvd player and display w...
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Dvd player buttons o (power): press this button to turn the rse system on and off. The power indicator light will illuminate when the power is on. X (eject): press this button to eject a dvd or cd. Srce (source): press this button to switch between the dvd player and an auxiliary source. C (stop): p...
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Playing a disc to play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label side up into the loading slot. The dvd player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start, if the vehicle is in run, accessory, or when rap is active. If a disc is already in the player, press the play/pa...
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Remote control buttons o (power): press this button to turn the dvd player on and off. V (title): press this button to return the dvd to the main menu of the dvd. N , q , p , o (menu navigation arrows): use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu. Z (set-up menu): press this button to adjust th...
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1 through 0 (numeric keypad): the numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter, title, and track number selection. } 10 (double digit entries): press this button to select chapter, title, and track numbers greater than 9. Press this button before inputting the number. \ (clear):...
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When the dvd is playing, press the pause button then press the fast forward button. The dvd will continue playing in a slow play mode. To cancel slow play mode, press the play/pause button. U (next track/chapter): press this button to advance to the beginning of the next track or chapter. This butto...
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Problem recommended action in auxiliary mode, the picture moves or scrolls. Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices. Change the video format to pal or ntsc. See “stereo rca jacks” previously for how to change the video format. The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong. Check ...
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Problem recommended action sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes. Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, and interference from cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are facing the front of the vehi...
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Dvd distortion there may be an experience with audio distortion in the wireless headphones when operating cellular phones, scanners, cb radios, global positioning systems (gps)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It may be necessary to turn off the dvd player when operating one of these...
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Srce (source): press this button to select an audio source: am/fm, xm, cd, or dvd. The inactive cd, or dvd will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. There are sources that are internal to the radio, such as am/fm, and cd and other sources to radio that are external, such as xm™, dvd,...
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Audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: u seek t : press the forward or the back arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there. The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in th...
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Radio reception am the range for most am stations is greater than for fm, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can occur on am stations caused by things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise. Fm s...
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Fixed mast antenna the fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the antenna base located on th...
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Your driving, the road, and your vehicle ..........4-2 defensive driving ...........................................4-2 drunken driving .............................................4-2 control of a vehicle ........................................4-5 braking .............................................
Page 210: Your Driving, The Road
Your driving, the road, and your vehicle defensive driving the best advice anyone can give about driving is: drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: buckle up. See safety belts: they are for everyone on page 1-7. Defensive driving really means “be ready f...
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Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every u.S. State to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The...
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There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher bac level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law...
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{ caution: drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who h...
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Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If yo...
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Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with abs: a computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separatel...
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Remember: anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahe...
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Steering power steering if you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering tips driving on curves it is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents men...
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Steering in emergencies there are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid th...
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Off-road recovery you may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, stee...
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• do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep ...
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Skidding in a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control system...
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Driving at night night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. • drive defensively. • do not drink and drive. • since you cannot see as...
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You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little. A...
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The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking. It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and k...
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Hydroplaning hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning does not h...
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City driving one of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • know the best way to get to where you are going....
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Freeway driving mile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same spee...
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Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the ...
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Highway hypnosis is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the...
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Hill and mountain roads driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • keep your vehicle in good shape. C...
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{ caution: coasting downhill in neutral (n) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine ...
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Winter driving here are some tips for winter driving: • have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • you may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Also see tires on page 5-54. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter ou...
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What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°f (0°c), and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on...
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If you are caught in a blizzard if you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your pa...
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{ caution: snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly co (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. Co could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially an...
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If your vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow in order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck, but you must use caution. { caution: if you let ...
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Loading your vehicle it is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, ...
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There is also important loading information on the vehicle certification/tire label. It tells you the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) and the gross axle weight rating (gawr) for the front and rear axle. See “certification/tire label” later in this section. Steps for determining correct load limit...
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Item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs (136 kg) c available cargo weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) item description total a vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) b subtract occupant we...
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Certification/tire label a vehicle specific certification/tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label shows the size of your vehicle’s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called gross vehicle weight r...
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{ caution: do not load your vehicle any heavier than the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), or either the maximum front or rear gross axle weight rating (gawr). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and cras...
Page 242: Towing
Towing towing your vehicle consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See roadside assistance program on page 7-4. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “recreation...
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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 ...
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Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in acceleration, braking, handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested...
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Weight of the trailer how heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on...
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Weight of the trailer tongue the tongue load (a) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The gross vehicle weight (gvw) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in ...
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Total weight on your vehicle’s tires be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see loading your vehicle on page 4-29 for more information. Then be sure you don’t go over t...
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If you will be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) be sure to use a properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving. Always use a sway...
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Driving with a trailer { caution: if you have a rear-most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (co) could come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell co. It can cause unconsciousness or death. See engine exhaust on page 2-30. To maximize your safety when towing a...
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Backing up hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making turns notice: making very shar...
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Parking on hills { caution: you really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to ...
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Trailer wiring harness your vehicle is equipped with a seven-wire trailer towing harness. This harness has a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector that is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform. The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • yellow: left stop/turn ...
Page 253: Section 5
Service ............................................................5-3 doing your own service work .........................5-3 adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle ...........................................5-4 fuel ................................................................5-4 gas...
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Tires ..............................................................5-54 tire sidewall labelling ...................................5-55 tire terminology and definitions .....................5-58 inflation - tire pressure .................................5-60 tire inspection and rotation ..............
Page 255: Service
Service your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service and parts needs. California proposition 65 warning most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause c...
Page 256: Fuel
Adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel use of the rec...
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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. How...
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Filling the tank { caution: fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. ...
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{ caution: if you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. T...
Page 260: Checking Things Under
Filling a portable fuel container { caution: never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: • dis...
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Hood release 1. To open the hood, first pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle under the instrument panel on the driver’s side. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood latch up and to the right to release it, then lift the hood. Before clo...
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Engine compartment overview when you open the hood on the 4.2l l6 engine, here is what you will see: 5-10 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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A. Engine air cleaner/filter. See engine air cleaner/filter on page 5-19. B. Engine coolant recovery tank. See cooling system on page 5-27. C. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 5-34. D. Power steering fluid reservoir. See power steerin...
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When you open the hood on the 5.3l v8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-12 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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A. Engine coolant recovery tank. See cooling system on page 5-27. B. Engine air cleaner/filter. See engine air cleaner/filter on page 5-19. C. Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “adding washer fluid” under windshield washer fluid on page 5-34. D. Engine oil dipstick. See “checking engine oil” un...
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Engine oil checking engine oil it is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See engine compartment overview on page 5-10 for the ...
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If the oil is below the cross-hatched area (l) for the l6 engine or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick for the v8 engine, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcas...
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What kind of engine oil to use look for two things: • gm6094m your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting standard gm6094m. You should look for and use only an oil that meets standard gm6094m. • sae 5w-30 as shown in the viscosity chart, sae 5w-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil con...
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If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below − 20°f ( − 29°c), it is recommended that you use either an sae 5w-30 synthetic oil or an sae 0w-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. Engine oil addi...
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How to reset the engine oil life system the engine oil life system calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior ...
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Engine air cleaner/filter see engine compartment overview on page 5-10 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. When to inspect inspect the air cleaner/filter at the maintenance ii intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See scheduled m...
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Automatic transmission fluid when to check and change automatic transmission fluid a good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in additional required services on page 6-6, and be sure to use the t...
Page 273
Checking the fluid level prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in park (p). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three ...
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How to add automatic transmission fluid refer to the maintenance schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-12. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. A cold check is used only as a reference. If the fl...
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What to use use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half dex-cool ® coolant. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. { caution: adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil...
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Checking coolant the engine coolant recovery tank is in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The cap has this symbol on it. See engine compartment overview on page 5-10 for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the c...
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Radiator pressure cap notice: if the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. See engine compartment overview on page 5-10 for information on location. Engine overheating you will find a coolant tempera...
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If no steam is coming from your engine if you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • climb a long hill on a hot day. • stop after high-speed driving. • idle for long periods in traffic. • ...
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Cooling system when you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: a. Coolant recovery tank b. Radiator pressure cap c. Engine fan a. Coolant recovery tank b. Radiator pressure cap c. Engine fan if the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, do not do anything else u...
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The coolant level should be at least up to the full cold mark. If it is not, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system. { caution: heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. D...
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How to add coolant to the coolant recovery tank if you have not found a problem yet, but the coolant level is not at the full cold mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and dex-cool ® engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See engine coolant on page 5-22 for more information. { c...
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If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. { caution: steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are ...
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3. Fill the radiator with the proper dex-cool ® coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See engine coolant on page 5-22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the full cold mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, b...
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6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper dex-cool ® coolant mixture through the fille...
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Power steering fluid see engine compartment overview on page 5-10 for reservoir location. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could in...
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Windshield washer fluid what to use when you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Adding w...
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Brakes brake fluid your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with dot-3 brake fluid. See engine compartment overview on page 5-10 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down t...
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Checking brake fluid you can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above min. If it is not, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is abov...
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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...
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Replacing brake system parts the braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system — f...
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Jump starting if your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { caution: batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • they contain acid that can burn you. • they ...
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Notice: if you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug un...
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{ caution: fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the ...
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8. Now connect the black negative ( − ) cable to the negative ( − ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( − ) cable does not go to the dead battery. It go...
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A. Heavy, unpainted metal engine part or remote negative ( − ) terminal b. Good battery or remote positive (+) and remote negative ( − ) terminals c. Dead battery or remote positive (+) terminal to disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ...
Page 296: All-Wheel Drive
All-wheel drive when to check lubricant it is not necessary to regularly check fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to check lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a l...
Page 297: Rear Axle
Rear axle when to check lubricant it is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to check lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on...
Page 298: Front Axle
Front axle when to check lubricant it is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to check lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be ...
Page 299: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aiming headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. 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), o...
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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, front turn signal, sidemarker, and parking lamps halogen bulb replacement a. H...
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See hood release on page 5-9 for more information. 2. Lift the two headlamp retaining clips to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle. 3. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle. 4. Remove the circular bulb cover for...
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Taillamps, turn signal, sidemarker, stoplamps and back-up lamps a. Back-up b. Turn signal c. Stoplamp/taillamp d. Sidemarker to replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate. See liftgate/liftglass on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Remove the screws from the taillamp assembl...
Page 303: Windshield Replacement
6. Press a new bulb into the bulb socket. 7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure. 8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly into the vehicle and tighten the two screws. Replacement bulbs exterior lamp bulb number back-up lamp 921 front parking, turn signal lamp...
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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 tab d. 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 ...
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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 ...
Page 306: Tires
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 you...
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Tire sidewall labelling useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a typical p-metric and a lt-metric tire sidewall. (a) tire size: the tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, heigh...
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(a) tire size: the tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “tire size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (b) tpc spec (tire performance criteria specifi...
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Tire size the following examples show the different parts of a tire size. (a) passenger (p-metric) tire: the united states version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter p as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the u.S. Tire and rim ...
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Tire terminology and definitions air pressure: the amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kpa). Accessory weight: this means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of...
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Load index: an assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Maximum inflation pressure: the maximum air pressure to which a cold tire may be inflated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum load rating: the load rating for a t...
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Utqgs (uniform tire quality grading standards): a tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. Se...
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A tire and loading information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (b-pillar), below the driver’s door latch. This label shows your vehicle’s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold. The recommended cold tire inflation pressure, sho...
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Tire inspection and rotation tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See when it is time for new tires on page 5-63 and wheel re...
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{ caution: rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can u...
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Buying new tires to find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the certification/tire label or the tire and loading information label. For examples of these labels and their location on your vehicle, see loading your vehicle on page 4-29. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was n...
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Uniform tire quality grading quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: treadwear 200 traction aa temperature a the following information relates to the system developed by the united states national highway traffi...
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Temperature – a, b, c the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the mat...
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Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the ri...
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Tire chains { caution: do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle an...
Page 321
To use the accessory inflator, do the following: 1. Attach the appropriate nozzle adapter to the end of the hose if required. 2. Attach that end of the hose to the object you wish to inflate. 3. Attach the other end of the hose to the outlet. 4. Press and release the switch to turn the air inflator ...
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If a tire goes flat it is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to d...
Page 323
Changing a flat tire if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’s hazard warning flashers. See hazard warning flashers on page 3-6 for more information. { caution: changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the ja...
Page 324
Removing the spare tire and tools the jacking equipment you will need is stored under the rear seat on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See rear seat operation on page 1-5 for more information. To release the jack from its holder, turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head...
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1. Insert the socket end of the extension on a 45 degree angle downward into the hoist drive shaft hole. It will be exposed when the rear gate is open and is just above the rear bumper. Be sure the socket end of the extension connects to the hoist shaft. 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to ...
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Removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 2. Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head. 3. Place the handle, extension and wheel wrench onto the jack. A. Front frame/rear axle b....
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{ caution: getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. { caution: raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and ...
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{ caution: rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency,...
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9. Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel. 10. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut can’t be turned by hand, use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible. 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclo...
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{ caution: incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you ...
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Secondary latch system your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. For the secondary latch to work, the tire must be stor...
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To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: 1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible. If it is not visible, proceed to step 6. 2. If visible, first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twic...
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9. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. 10. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack...
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Storing a flat or spare tire and tools { caution: storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. { caution: the underbody-mounted spar...
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Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted spare. A. Wheel wrench b. Hoist shaft c. Extension d. Retainer e. Spare or flat tire (valve stem pointed up) 1. Put the tire (e) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed up and to the rear. 2. Pull the retainer (d) throu...
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To return the equipment to the proper location under the rear seat of the vehicle, do the following: a. Handle b. Wheel wrench c. Instruction label d. Extension e. Knob f. Wheel blocks and jack 1. Attach the handle (a), wheel wrench (b) and extension (d) in the slots provided. 2. Roll up the instruc...
Page 337: Appearance Care
Appearance care cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a match is struck near them or if they get on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if their fumes are inhaled in an enclosed space. When anything from a container is used to ...
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When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediate...
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Fabric/carpet use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. For soils, always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda. Before clean...
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Instrument panel, vinyl, and other plastic surfaces a soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic s...
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Washing your vehicle the paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve the vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car w...
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Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abras...
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Aluminum wheels notice: if you use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only saab-approved cleaners on alu...
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Sheet metal damage if the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection whi...
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Vehicle care/appearance materials description usage polishing cloth wax-treated interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and road oil remover removes tar, road oil, and asphalt. Chrome cleaner and polish use on chrome or stainless steel. White sidewall tire cleaner removes soil and black marks fro...
Page 346: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) this is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The vin also appears on the ...
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Headlamps the headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield wiper fuses the windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker a...
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L6 engine 5-96 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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Fuses usage 1 electronically controlled air suspension 2 passenger’s side headlamp high beam 3 passenger’s side headlamp low beam 4 trailer back-up 5 driver’s side headlamp high beam 6 driver’s side headlamp low beam 7 washer 8 automatic transfer case 9 windshield washer 10 powertrain control module...
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Fuses usage 29 oxygen sensor 30 air conditioning 31 truck body controller 1 50 passenger’s side trailer turn 51 driver’s side trailer turn 52 hazard flashers 53 headlamp driver module 54 a.I.R. Solenoid 57 ignition a j-case fuses usage 32 trailer 33 anti-lock brake system 34 ignition a 35 driver’s s...
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Relays usage 37 headlamp washer 38 rear windshield washer 39 fog lamps 40 horn 41 fuel pump 42 windshield washer 43 high-beam headlamp 44 air conditioning 45 cooling fan relays usage 46 headlamp driver module 47 starter 49 electric adjustable pedals 55 a.I.R. Solenoid 59 low-beam headlamp 60 ignitio...
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V8 engine 5-100 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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Fuses usage 1 electrically controlled air suspension 2 passenger’s side headlamp high beam 3 passenger’s side headlamp low beam 4 trailer back-up 5 driver’s side headlamp high beam 6 driver’s side headlamp low beam 7 washer 8 automatic transfer case 9 windshield washer 10 powertrain control module b...
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Fuses usage 29 engine control module 30 air conditioning 31 injector bank a 50 passenger’s side trailer turn 51 driver’s side trailer turn 52 hazard flashers 53 transmission 54 oxygen sensor b 55 oxygen sensor a 56 injector bank b 57 headlamp driver module 58 truck body controller 1 59 electric adju...
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Relays usage 44 air conditioning 45 cooling fan 46 headlamp driver module 47 starter 49 electric adjustable pedals 60 powertrain 63 low-beam headlamp 64 ignition 1 misc. Usage 48 instrument panel battery rear underseat fuse block the rear underseat fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the v...
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Fuses usage 01 right door control module 02 left door control module 03 endgate module 2 04 truck body controller 3 05 blank 06 blank 07 truck body controller 2 08 power seats 09 rear wiper 10 driver door module 11 amplifier 12 passenger door module 13 blank 14 left rear parking lamps 15 blank 16 ve...
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Fuses usage 18 locks 19 liftgate module/driver seat module 20 blank 21 locks 23 blank 24 unlock 25 ignition 0 26 overhead battery/onstar ® system 27 rainsense™ wipers 28 sunroof 29 accessory 30 parking lamps 31 truck body controller accessory 32 truck body controller 5 33 front wipers 34 ignition 3 ...
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Capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in english and metric conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Application capacities english metric air conditioning refrigerant r134a 1.9 lbs 0.85 kg cooling system 4200 l6 10....
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Maintenance schedule ......................................6-2 introduction ...................................................6-2 maintenance requirements ..............................6-2 your vehicle and the environment ....................6-2 using the maintenance schedule .........................
Page 360: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance schedule introduction important: keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance requirements notice: maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your ve...
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The services in scheduled maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See additional required services on page 6-6 and maintenance footnotes on page 6-7 for further information. { caution: performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can b...
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Scheduled maintenance when the change engine oil light comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life system may ...
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Scheduled maintenance service maintenance i maintenance ii change engine oil and filter. See engine oil on page 5-14. Reset oil life system. See engine oil life system on page 5-17. An emission control service. • • visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). • • inspect engine air clea...
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Additional required services the following services should be performed at the first maintenance service ( i or ii ) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional required services service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 0...
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Additional required services (cont’d) service and miles (kilometers) 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An emission control service. See footnote (i). • in...
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(e) make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have a...
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Owner checks and services these owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed a...
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At least once a year starter switch check { caution: when you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular...
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Ignition transmission lock check while parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to lock in each shift lever position. • the ignition should turn to lock only when the shift lever is in park (p). • the key should come out only in lock. Contact your dealer if service is require...
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Recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage fluid/lubricant engine oil engine oil which meets standard gm6094m and displays the american petroleum institute certified for gasoline engines star...
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Usage fluid/lubricant hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, and release pawl lubriplate lubricant aerosol meeting requirements of nlgi #2, category lb or gc-lb. Hood and door hinges, body door hinge pins, liftgate hinge and linkage, folding seats, and fuel door hinge multi-pur...
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Normal maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part part number acdelco ® part number automatic transmission filter kit 24208576 — engine air cleaner/filter 15036141 a2014c engine oil filter 4200 l6 890...
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Maintenance record after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See maintenance requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from owner checks and services on page 6-9 can be...
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Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance i or maintenance ii services performed 6-16 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance i or maintenance ii services performed 6-17 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
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Maintenance record (cont’d) date odometer reading serviced by maintenance i or maintenance ii services performed 6-18 2005 - saab 97x owner manual.
Page 377: Section 7
Customer assistance and information ...............7-2 customer satisfaction procedure ......................7-2 online owner center ......................................7-3 customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users ...............................................7-3 customer assistance off...
Page 378: Customer Assistance And
Customer assistance and information customer satisfaction procedure your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to saab. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, h...
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Online owner center the owner center is a resource for your saab ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The online owner center allows you to: • access information about your specific vehicle, including an electronic version of this owner manual (united states only)...
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Canada — customer assistance general motors of canada, limited customer assistance centre 1908 colonel sam drive oshawa, ontario l1h 8p7 1-800-263-1999 (english and french) 1-800-263-3830 (for text telephone devices (ttys)) roadside assistance: 1-800-268-6800 roadside assistance program roadside ass...
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Calling for assistance for prompt assistance when calling, please have the following information available to give to the advisor: • your name • location phone number • location of your vehicle • description of problem • vehicle identification number (vin) (the 17-digit vin can be found in the lower...
Page 382: Reporting Safety Defects
Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (edr). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the airbag sensing and ...
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If nhtsa receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, nhtsa cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or general motors. To contact nhts...
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Transmission, transaxle, transfer case unit repair manual this manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for saab transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. Service bulletins service bulletins give technical service information needed to knowl...
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A accessory inflator ........................................... 5-68 accessory power outlet(s) ............................... 3-19 adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle ....................................................... 1-58 additives, fuel ............................................
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Audio system(s) (cont.) fixed mast antenna ..................................... 3-96 navigation/radio system, see navigation manual ................................................... 3-81 radio with cd ............................................ 3-57 radio with six-disc cd ..........................
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Center console storage area ........................... 2-41 chains, tire ................................................... 5-68 charging system light .................................... 3-32 check engine light ............................................... 3-35 gages warning light ................
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Cooling system .............................................. 5-27 cruise control ................................................ 3-11 cruise control light ........................................ 3-40 cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-41 customer assistance informat...
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E electrical system add-on equipment ...................................... 5-94 engine compartment fuse block ................... 5-95 fuses and circuit breakers ........................... 5-95 headlamps ................................................. 5-95 power windows and other power options ....
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Fuel (cont.) fuels in foreign countries .............................. 5-5 gage ......................................................... 3-42 gasoline octane ........................................... 5-4 gasoline specifications .................................. 5-4 low warning light ...............
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Homelink ® wireless control system ................. 2-36 homelink ® wireless control system operation ... 2-37 hood checking things under .................................. 5-8 release ....................................................... 5-9 horn ....................................................
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Light (cont.) change engine oil ...................................... 3-39 charging system ......................................... 3-32 check gages warning ................................. 3-41 check gas cap .......................................... 3-43 cruise control ............................
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Maintenance schedule (cont.) scheduled maintenance ................................. 6-4 using .......................................................... 6-2 your vehicle and the environment ................... 6-2 malfunction indicator light ................................ 3-35 memory seat ..........
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P park (p) shifting into ................................................ 2-28 shifting out of ............................................ 2-29 parking brake ........................................................ 2-27 over things that burn ................................. 2-29 passenger airbag s...
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Rear climate control system ............................ 3-24 rear door security locks ................................ 2-12 rear floor storage lid .................................... 2-43 rear safety belt comfort guides ...................... 1-22 rear seat audio (rsa) ...............................
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Seats (cont.) power reclining seatbacks ............................. 1-4 power seats ................................................. 1-2 rear seat operation ...................................... 1-5 secondary latch system ................................. 5-79 securing a child restraint center r...
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Tilt wheel ........................................................ 3-6 tires ............................................................. 5-54 accessory inflator ........................................ 5-68 aluminum wheels, cleaning .......................... 5-91 buying new tires ..................
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Vehicle personalization memory seat .............................................. 2-45 ventilation adjustment ...................................... 3-24 visors ........................................................... 2-15 voltmeter gage .............................................. 3-32 w warn...