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Saab 9-4X 2011 Owner's Manual - Airbag System

Summary of 9-4X 2011

  • Page 1

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2011 saab 9-4x owner manual m in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information . . . . . . . . 1-4 vehicle features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 performance and ma...

  • Page 2

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2011 saab 9-4x owner manual m service and maintenance . . . 11-1 general information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 scheduled maintenance . . . . . . 11-3 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts . . . . . . . 11-4 maintenance records . . . . . . . . 11-7 t...

  • Page 3

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 introduction iii saab automobile, saab cars north america, saab, saab 9-4x, and the saab emblem are registered trademarks of saab automobile, ab. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are opt...

  • Page 4

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 iv introduction symbols the vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : t...

  • Page 5: In Brief

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-1 in brief instrument panel instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information initial drive information . . . . . . . . 1-4 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 remote veh...

  • Page 6: Instrument Panel

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-2 in brief instrument panel.

  • Page 7

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-3 a. Air vents on page 8‑6. B. Turn and lane‐change lever (out of view). See turn and lane-change signals on page 6‑5. Driver information center (dic) controls (out of view). See driver information center (dic) on page 5‑29. C. Tap shift con...

  • Page 8: Initial Drive

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-4 in brief r. Eco button (if equipped). See fuel economy mode on page 9‑29. S. Park assist button (if equipped). See ultrasonic parking assist on page 9‑41. T. Parking brake on page 9‑31. U. Start/stop button. See ignition positions on page 9‑18. V. ...

  • Page 9

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-5 & : press until the liftgate begins to move to open or close the power liftgate. L : press and release one time to locate the vehicle. Press and hold l for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press l again or start the vehicle to cance...

  • Page 10

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-6 in brief the power door lock switch is on the instrument panel. K : press to unlock the doors. Q : press to lock the doors. See power door locks on page 2‑11. Liftgate manual liftgate operation for vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicl...

  • Page 11

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-7 windows driver side shown the power window controls are on each of the side doors. The driver door also has switches that control the passenger and rear windows. Operate the switch for the window by pressing to open and pulling to close. P...

  • Page 12

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-8 in brief power seats a. Seat position control b. Seatback adjustment control c. Lumbar adjustment control to adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Slide control (a) forward or rearward, and up or down to adjust the power seat. See power seat adjustme...

  • Page 13

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-9 not all vehicles with the memory feature will have programmable outside mirrors. The vehicle will also automatically save driver seat, adjustable throttle and brake pedal positions, and the outside mirror positions to the current driver re...

  • Page 14

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-10 in brief heated and ventilated seats if available, the buttons are on the climate control panel. To operate, the ignition must be on. Press l or m to heat the seat. Press { or c to ventilate the seat. Press the button once for the highest setting...

  • Page 15

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-11 safety belts refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety belts on page 3‑14. . How to wear safety belts properly on page 3‑18. . Lap-shoulder belt on page 3‑23. . Lower anchors ...

  • Page 16

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-12 in brief 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction. 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. 4. Return the selector switch to the center position. ...

  • Page 17

    Black plate (13,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-13 to manually turn the reading lamps on or off: . Press # or $ next to each overhead console reading lamp. . Press the lamp lens on the rear passenger reading lamps. For more information on interior lighting, see: . Instrument panel illumi...

  • Page 18

    Black plate (14,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-14 in brief ( : use to turn the wipers off. 8 : for a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. Windshield washer pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See windshield w...

  • Page 19: Vehicle Features

    Black plate (15,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-15 climate controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. A. Driver and passenger temperature control b. Driver and passenger heated and ventilated seats c. Auto (automatic operation) d. A...

  • Page 20

    Black plate (16,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-16 in brief for more information about these and other radio features, see the separate infotainment system manual. Storing a favorite station stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored...

  • Page 21

    Black plate (17,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-17 for more information refer to: . Www.Xmradio.Com or call 1-800-929-2100 (u.S.). . Www.Xmradio.Ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (canada). For more information, see the separate infotainment system manual. Portable audio devices some vehicles hav...

  • Page 22

    Black plate (18,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-18 in brief _ src ^ : turn _ or ^ to select a radio band or audio source. Turn _ or ^ to select the next or previous favorite radio station, cd, dvd track/chapter (with navigation), or mp3 track. Press src to change between radio and cd or dvd. + x ...

  • Page 23

    Black plate (19,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-19 driver information center (dic) the dic display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the dic are located on the turn signal lever. A. Set/clr: press to se...

  • Page 24: Performance And

    Black plate (20,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-20 in brief power outlets the accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or mp3 player. The vehicle has four accessory power outlets. The power outlets located below the climate control system, inside t...

  • Page 25

    Black plate (21,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-21 to turn off both traction control and esp, press and hold the tcs/esp button located near the shift lever. For more information, see electronic stability program (esp) on page 9‑36. Tire pressure monitor this vehicle may have a tire pres...

  • Page 26

    Black plate (22,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-22 in brief resetting the oil life system 1. Using the dic menu button and thumbwheel on the turn signal lever, display oil life remaining on the dic. See driver information center (dic) on page 5‑29 and engine oil messages on page 5‑37. 2. Press th...

  • Page 27

    Black plate (23,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 in brief 1-23 roadside service and onstar if you have an active onstar subscription, press the q button and the current gps location will be sent to an onstar advisor who will assess your problem, contact roadside assistance, and relay your exact loca...

  • Page 28

    Black plate (24,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 1-24 in brief onstar service can’t work unless the vehicle is in a place where onstar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technolo...

  • Page 29: Keys, Doors And

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-1 keys, doors and windows keys and locks keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 remote keyless entry (rke) system operatio...

  • Page 30: Keys And Locks

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-2 keys, doors and windows keys and locks keys { warning leaving children in a vehicle with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the powe...

  • Page 31

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-3 see your dealer if a new key is needed. Notice: if the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key. Contact roadside assistance if you are locked out of the vehicle. Se...

  • Page 32

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-4 keys, doors and windows pressing q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See anti-theft alarm system on page 2‑16. K (unlock): press to unlock the driver door or all doors. See “door unlock options” under vehicle personalization on page 5‑42. Wh...

  • Page 33

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-5 keyless locking if the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the vehicle is turned off and all doors become closed, the...

  • Page 34

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-6 keys, doors and windows to program, the vehicle must be off and all transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you. 1. Place the recognized transmitter(s) in the cupholder. 2. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into th...

  • Page 35

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-7 programming without a recognized transmitter (keyless access vehicles only) if there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not availabl...

  • Page 36

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-8 keys, doors and windows 6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press k on the transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat steps 4 through 6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the start bu...

  • Page 37

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-9 3. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a cr2032 or equivalent battery. 5. Snap the transmitter back together. Remote vehicle start if availabl...

  • Page 38

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-10 keys, doors and windows a maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles. The vehicle's ignition must be changed to on/run/start and then back to off before the remote start procedure can be...

  • Page 39

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-11 from inside the vehicle with the doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it. Power door locks the power door lock switch is on the instrument panel. K (unlock): press to unlock th...

  • Page 40: Doors

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-12 keys, doors and windows safety locks the safety lock switch is on the instrument panel. Rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. Press { to activate the safety locks. The led (a) comes on when activat...

  • Page 41

    Black plate (13,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-13 manual liftgate for vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate. Press the touch pad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open. Do not press the...

  • Page 42

    Black plate (14,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-14 keys, doors and windows off: the liftgate only operates manually in this position. Manual operation of a liftgate that also has power operation requires more effort than with a standard manual liftgate. In either the max or the 3/4 mode, the lift...

  • Page 43

    Black plate (15,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-15 obstacle detection features if the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position. A...

  • Page 44: Vehicle Security

    Black plate (16,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-16 keys, doors and windows to open the liftgate, press the touch pad on the handle on the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close. With the power liftgate disabled, the...

  • Page 45

    Black plate (17,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-17 . Always unlock a door with the transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will not disarm the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, turn off the alarm by pressing k on the transmitter. The alarm will not stop if y...

  • Page 46: Exterior Mirrors

    Black plate (18,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-18 keys, doors and windows if the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the vehicle will not change ignition modes (acc/accessory, on/run/start, off), and t...

  • Page 47

    Black plate (19,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-19 power mirrors controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door. To adjust the mirror: 1. Move the selector switch to l (left) or r (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. 2. Press the arrows ...

  • Page 48

    Black plate (20,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-20 keys, doors and windows resetting the power foldaway mirrors reset the power foldaway mirrors if: . The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. . They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. . The mirrors do not stay in the unfolded...

  • Page 49: Interior Mirrors

    Black plate (21,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-21 interior mirrors manual rearview mirror hold the inside rearview mirror in the center and move it for a clearer view behind the vehicle. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you. Push the tab forward ...

  • Page 50

    Black plate (22,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-22 keys, doors and windows the vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or...

  • Page 51

    Black plate (23,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-23 . Can be operated within 10 minutes of switching the ignition off. See retained accessory power (rap) on page 9‑22. . Will stop operation when any door is opened. Operate the switch for the desired window by pressing to op...

  • Page 52

    Black plate (24,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-24 keys, doors and windows if conditions prevent the window from closing and the window continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window with the ignition in on/run/start by holding the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up ...

  • Page 53: Roof

    Black plate (25,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 keys, doors and windows 2-25 roof sunroof dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the tracks that could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remov...

  • Page 54

    Black plate (26,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 2-26 keys, doors and windows express-open/express-close press and release the front or rear of the sunroof switch (a) to express-open or express-close the sunroof. Anti-pinch feature if an object is in the path of the sunroof when it is closing, the a...

  • Page 55: Seats And

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-1 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 active head restraints . . . . . . . . 3-3 front seats seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 power seat adjustment . . . . . . . 3...

  • Page 56: Head Restraints

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-2 seats and restraints head restraints front seats the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in all outboard seating positions. { warning with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance tha...

  • Page 57

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-3 rear seats the rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure ...

  • Page 58: Front Seats

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-4 seats and restraints front seats seat adjustment { warning you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when y...

  • Page 59

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-5 to adjust the seatback, see reclining seatbacks on page 3‑8. To adjust the lumbar support, see lumbar adjustment on page 3‑7. Memory seats on vehicles with the memory feature, the “1” and “2” buttons on the outboard side of the...

  • Page 60

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-6 seats and restraints if something has blocked the driver seat and/or the adjustable pedals while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that i...

  • Page 61

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-7 this feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See “easy exit driver seat” under vehicle personalization on page 5‑42 for more information. To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power seat ...

  • Page 62

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-8 seats and restraints reclining seatbacks { warning sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its jo...

  • Page 63

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-9 manual reclining seatbacks { warning you can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when yo...

  • Page 64

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-10 seats and restraints heated and ventilated front seats { warning if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should...

  • Page 65: Rear Seats

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-11 the heated or ventilated seat indicator lights on the button do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. The heated or ventilated seats will not turn...

  • Page 66

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-12 seats and restraints raising the seatbacks { warning if either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are...

  • Page 67

    Black plate (13,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-13 heated rear seats { warning if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. See the warning under heated and ventilated front seats on page 3‑10. If availab...

  • Page 68: Safety Belts

    Black plate (14,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-14 seats and restraints safety belts this section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { warning do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a...

  • Page 69

    Black plate (15,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-15 why safety belts work when you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does no...

  • Page 70

    Black plate (16,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-16 seats and restraints the person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... Or the instrument panel... Or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to st...

  • Page 71

    Black plate (17,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-17 questions and answers about safety belts q: will i be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if i am wearing a safety belt? A: you could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious duri...

  • Page 72

    Black plate (18,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-18 seats and restraints how to wear safety belts properly this section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. ...

  • Page 73

    Black plate (19,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-19 q: what is wrong with this? A: the shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way. { warning you can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, ...

  • Page 74

    Black plate (20,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-20 seats and restraints { warning you can be seriously hurt if the lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn lo...

  • Page 75

    Black plate (21,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-21 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is over an armrest. { warning you can be seriously injured if the belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The bel...

  • Page 76

    Black plate (22,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-22 seats and restraints { warning 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 and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too mu...

  • Page 77

    Black plate (23,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-23 q: what is wrong with this? A: the belt is twisted across the body. { warning 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 twi...

  • Page 78

    Black plate (24,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-24 seats and restraints 3. 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 is not long enough, see safety belt extender on page 3‑28. Position the release button on the buckle s...

  • Page 79

    Black plate (25,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-25 shoulder belt height adjuster the vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not fallin...

  • Page 80

    Black plate (26,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-26 seats and restraints rear safety belt comfort guides this vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for the outboard passenger positions in the rear seat. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safet...

  • Page 81

    Black plate (27,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-27 { warning 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. T...

  • Page 82

    Black plate (28,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-28 seats and restraints the best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts ...

  • Page 83: Airbag System

    Black plate (29,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-29 replacing safety belt system parts after a crash { warning a crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or ev...

  • Page 84

    Black plate (30,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-30 seats and restraints for frontal airbags, the word airbag will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. With seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word airbag will a...

  • Page 85

    Black plate (31,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-31 { warning airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to any ai...

  • Page 86

    Black plate (32,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-32 seats and restraints where are the airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. Driver side shown, passenger side similar the...

  • Page 87

    Black plate (33,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-33 driver side shown, passenger side similar the roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. { warning if something is between an occupan...

  • Page 88

    Black plate (34,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-34 seats and restraints . If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. . If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different ...

  • Page 89

    Black plate (35,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-35 in any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inflation is determined by what the vehic...

  • Page 90

    Black plate (36,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-36 seats and restraints rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduc...

  • Page 91

    Black plate (37,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-37 you can lock the doors, turn off the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers by using the controls for those features. { warning a crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the...

  • Page 92

    Black plate (38,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-38 seats and restraints passenger sensing system the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. United sta...

  • Page 93

    Black plate (39,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-39 a label on the 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. { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be...

  • Page 94

    Black plate (40,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-40 seats and restraints when the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat‐mounted side impact airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbags are off. See passenger ai...

  • Page 95

    Black plate (41,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-41 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sur...

  • Page 96

    Black plate (42,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-42 seats and restraints additional factors affecting system operation safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. S...

  • Page 97

    Black plate (43,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-43 adding equipment to the airbag-equipped vehicle q: is there anything i might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: yes. If you add things that change the vehicle's frame, bum...

  • Page 98

    Black plate (44,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-44 seats and restraints 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: if you have questions, call customer assistance. The phone numbers and addresses for customer...

  • Page 99: Child Restraints

    Black plate (45,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-45 if an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not...

  • Page 100

    Black plate (46,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-46 seats and restraints . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. . Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, retur...

  • Page 101

    Black plate (47,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-47 { warning never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be...

  • Page 102

    Black plate (48,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-48 seats and restraints { warning never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only ...

  • Page 103

    Black plate (49,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-49 q: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into conside...

  • Page 104

    Black plate (50,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-50 seats and restraints child restraint systems (a) rear‐facing infant seat a rear-facing infant seat (a) 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 ...

  • Page 105

    Black plate (51,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-51 securing an add-on child restraint in the vehicle { warning a child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehic...

  • Page 106

    Black plate (52,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-52 seats and restraints where to put the restraint according to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. We recommend that...

  • Page 107

    Black plate (53,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-53 if the vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, we recommend that rear-facing child restraints not be transported in the vehicle, even if the airbag is off. Child restraints and b...

  • Page 108

    Black plate (54,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-54 seats and restraints when installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether a...

  • Page 109

    Black plate (55,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-55 your child restraint may have a single tether (a) or a dual tether (c). Either will have a single attachment (b) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with o...

  • Page 110

    Black plate (56,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-56 seats and restraints top tether anchors the top tether anchors for each rear seating position are located under the covers, on the back of the rear seatback. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position...

  • Page 111

    Black plate (57,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-57 { warning do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or ...

  • Page 112

    Black plate (58,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-58 seats and restraints 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. For the outboard rear seating positions, if the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See “head restraint r...

  • Page 113

    Black plate (59,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-59 . If you are using a single tether in the rear outboard seating position with an adjustable head restraint, route the single tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. . If you are using a single...

  • Page 114

    Black plate (60,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-60 seats and restraints . If you are using a single tether in the rear center seating position, lower the adjustable headrest down to its stowed position and route the single tether over the headrest. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint...

  • Page 115

    Black plate (61,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-61 4. When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used. { warning with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants w...

  • Page 116

    Black plate (62,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-62 seats and restraints securing child restraints (rear seat) when securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restrai...

  • Page 117

    Black plate (63,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-63 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

  • Page 118

    Black plate (64,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-64 seats and restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See lower anchors and tethers for children (latch system) on page 3‑53 for more informati...

  • Page 119

    Black plate (65,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-65 a label on the 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. { warning a child in a rear-facing child restraint can be...

  • Page 120

    Black plate (66,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-66 seats and restraints in canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructi...

  • Page 121

    Black plate (67,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 seats and restraints 3-67 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. When installing a forward-facing chil...

  • Page 122: Notes

    Black plate (68,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 3-68 seats and restraints 2 notes.

  • Page 123: Storage

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 storage 4-1 storage storage compartments glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 front storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 armrest storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 cent...

  • Page 124

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 4-2 storage cupholders this vehicle has a cupholder equipped with a divider that can be adjusted to accommodate large containers or small containers. For large containers, push the button to move aside the divider and make the cupholder deeper. For sma...

  • Page 125: Additional Storage

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 storage 4-3 move the armrest to the full rearward position to access the buttons and open the storage area. The storage area has an upper storage tray and a lower main storage. Push the button (a) to access the upper storage tray and the button (b) to ...

  • Page 126

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 4-4 storage into the rear compartment, or the lower (b) position to conceal objects in the rear compartment. Install the cargo cover 1. Hold the cartridge so that the pull‐out shade faces the rear of the vehicle. 2. Align the cartridge over the pins on...

  • Page 127

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 storage 4-5 { warning an improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. Someone could be injured. If the cover is removed, always store it in the proper storage location. When it is replaced, alwa...

  • Page 128

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 4-6 storage press the red pushbutton on the prop rod to close the cover. Rear storage area { warning an improperly latched and closed cargo cover, or cargo cover left in the open position, could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden mane...

  • Page 129

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 storage 4-7 4. Store the cargo management system cover by hooking it onto the weatherstrip. U-rail for vehicles with a u-rail system, the fence can be moved to different positions on the u-rail track to secure cargo. Push both adapter buttons to move t...

  • Page 130

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 4-8 storage 3. Reinstall the fence and lock both latches (a) by turning to align q with the arrow on the adapter (b). Use the fence to secure items in place. Removing the fence unlock by turning both latches (a) to align k with the arrow on the adapter...

  • Page 131

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 storage 4-9 storing the fence 1. Lift the cargo management system cover. 2. Release the cover from the prop rod as described in previous steps. 3. Insert the top of the gate into the lower two clips (a). 4. Flip the bottom of the gate up and insert it ...

  • Page 132

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 4-10 storage 3. Mount the cargo net to the rear seat tethers located on the back of the folded down rear seats and pull on the straps to tighten the net. 4. When the net is installed in the headliner opening located behind the rear seats, the rear sea...

  • Page 133

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 storage 4-11 cargo net storage the cargo net can be removed from the vehicle and stored in the cargo management system. 1. Disconnect the net from the roof openings and the tethers. 2. Press the red button on the center of the net to fold it in half. ...

  • Page 134: Roof Rack System

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 4-12 storage roof rack system { warning if something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried ...

  • Page 135: Instruments And

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-1 instruments and controls controls steering wheel adjustment . . . 5-2 steering wheel controls . . . . . . 5-2 horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 windshield wiper/washer . . . . . 5-3 rear window wi...

  • Page 136: Controls

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-2 instruments and controls ride control system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39 airbag system messages . . . . 5-40 safety belt messages . . . . . . . 5-40 anti-theft alarm system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40 ser...

  • Page 137

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-3 b / g (push to talk): for vehicles with a bluetooth ® , onstar ® , or navigation system, press to interact with those systems. See the onstar owner's guide or the separate infotainment system manual for more information. $ ...

  • Page 138

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-4 instruments and controls clear snow and ice from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged blades should be replaced. See wiper blade replacement on page 10‑32. Heavy snow or ice can ove...

  • Page 139

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-5 windshield washer pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray continues until the lever is released. The wipers will run a few times. See washer fluid on page 10‑26 for information on fillin...

  • Page 140

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-6 instruments and controls reverse gear wipes if the rear wiper control is off, the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the shift lever is in r (reverse), and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes. If th...

  • Page 141

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-7 see the infotainment system manual for the location of the vehicle's antenna. The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the gps satellites. When ...

  • Page 142

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-8 instruments and controls setting the 12/24 hour format 1. Press the config button. 2. Select time and date settings. 3. Highlight 12/24 hour format. 4. Press the menu/select knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format. Setting the month & ...

  • Page 143: Warning Lights

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-9 warning lights, gauges, and indicators warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and ga...

  • Page 144

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-10 instruments and controls instrument cluster english shown, metric similar.

  • Page 145

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-11 english turbo shown, metric turbo similar.

  • Page 146

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-12 instruments and controls speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Odometer the odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehi...

  • Page 147

    Black plate (13,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-13 here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gauge: . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. . It takes a little more or less fuel to f...

  • Page 148

    Black plate (14,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-14 instruments and controls turbo gauge for vehicles with a turbo gauge, it indicates when the vehicle is using turbo power. When the needle is at rest at the left of the gauge, turbo is not being used. As the accelerator pedal is pressed, the needl...

  • Page 149

    Black plate (15,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-15 if the indicator needle moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. A temperature indicator light will turn on. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, and the temperature indicator...

  • Page 150

    Black plate (16,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-16 instruments and controls the front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chi...

  • Page 151

    Black plate (17,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-17 { warning if the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, o...

  • Page 152

    Black plate (18,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-18 instruments and controls if, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. { warning if the ai...

  • Page 153

    Black plate (19,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-19 this light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and ...

  • Page 154

    Black plate (20,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-20 instruments and controls this light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: light flashing: a misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagno...

  • Page 155

    Black plate (21,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-21 if none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. The dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. E...

  • Page 156

    Black plate (22,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-22 instruments and controls brake system warning light the vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuit...

  • Page 157

    Black plate (23,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-23 if the light does not come on, or remains flashing, see your dealer. For vehicles with the epb, the brake warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced ...

  • Page 158

    Black plate (24,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-24 instruments and controls traction off light this light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. The traction off l...

  • Page 159

    Black plate (25,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-25 electronic stability program (esp)/traction control system indicator light the stabilitrak system or the traction control system (tcs) indicator/warning light come on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does ...

  • Page 160

    Black plate (26,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-26 instruments and controls when the light is on steady this indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message can accompany the light. See tire messages on page 5‑41 for more information. Stop as soon ...

  • Page 161

    Black plate (27,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-27 fuel economy light for vehicles with the fuel economy mode light, it comes on when the eco (economy) switch, located next to the shift lever, is pressed. Press the switch again to turn off the light and exit the fuel save...

  • Page 162

    Black plate (28,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-28 instruments and controls high-beam on light this light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See headlamp high/low-beam changer on page 6‑2 for more information. Adaptive forward lighting (afl) light the adaptive forward lighting syst...

  • Page 163: Information Displays

    Black plate (29,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-29 lamps on reminder for vehicles with the lamps on reminder light, it comes on when the lights are in use. Cruise control light the cruise control light is white whenever the cruise control is set, and turns green when the ...

  • Page 164

    Black plate (30,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-30 instruments and controls dic operation and displays the dic has different displays which can be accessed by using the dic buttons on the turn signal lever located on the left side of the steering wheel. The dic displays trip, fuel, vehicle system...

  • Page 165

    Black plate (31,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-31 digital speedometer the speedometer shows how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset. Trip the trip display shows the current distance trav...

  • Page 166

    Black plate (32,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-32 instruments and controls speed and curve assist this display will show the speed limit or the advised speed as determined by the information provided by the navigation system. The map database loaded in the navigation system may need to be update...

  • Page 167

    Black plate (33,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-33 oil life remaining this display shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If 99% oil life remaining is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the change ...

  • Page 168: Vehicle Messages

    Black plate (34,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-34 instruments and controls vehicle messages messages displayed on the dic indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may display one after the other. The messages that do not requi...

  • Page 169

    Black plate (35,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-35 step on brake to release park brake this message is displayed if you attempt to release the electric parking brake without the brake pedal applied. See parking brake on page 9‑31 for more information. Release parking brak...

  • Page 170

    Black plate (36,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-36 instruments and controls hood open this message will display along with a hood open symbol when the hood is open. Close the hood completely. Power liftgate unavailable this message will display if the power liftgate encounters multiple obstacles ...

  • Page 171

    Black plate (37,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-37 high coolant temperature this message displays if the coolant temperature is hot. See engine overheating on page 10‑24. Engine oil messages change engine oil soon this message displays when the engine oil needs to be chan...

  • Page 172

    Black plate (38,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-38 instruments and controls fuel system messages fuel level low this message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible. Tighten gas cap this message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the fuel cap. Key and...

  • Page 173

    Black plate (39,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-39 xxx turn indicator failure when one of the turn signals is out, this message displays to show which bulb needs to be replaced. See bulb replacement on page 10‑38 and replacement bulbs on page 10‑43 for more information on...

  • Page 174

    Black plate (40,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-40 instruments and controls airbag system messages service airbag this message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. Safety belt messages buckle seatbelt this message displays as a remind...

  • Page 175

    Black plate (41,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-41 tire messages service tire monitor system this message displays if there is a problem with the tire pressure monitor system (tpms). See tire pressure monitor operation on page 10‑63 for more information. Tire learning act...

  • Page 176: Vehicle

    Black plate (42,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-42 instruments and controls vehicle reminder messages ice possible drive with care this message is displayed when ice conditions are possible. Turn wiper control to intermittent first this message is displayed when attempting to adjust the intermitt...

  • Page 177

    Black plate (43,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-43 climate and air quality select the climate and air quality menu and the following will be displayed: . Auto fan speed . Air quality sensor . Remote start auto seat cool . Remote start auto heated seats . Auto defog . Auto...

  • Page 178

    Black plate (44,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-44 instruments and controls auto rear defog this will allow you to turn the auto rear defog on or off. Press the menu/select knob when auto rear defog is highlighted to open the menu. Turn the knob to highlight on or off. Press the knob to confirm t...

  • Page 179

    Black plate (45,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-45 press the menu/select knob when auto wipe in reverse gear is highlighted. Turn the knob to select on or off. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu. Language select the language menu and the following will...

  • Page 180

    Black plate (46,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-46 instruments and controls auto door unlock this allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into p (park). Press the menu/select knob when auto door unlock is highlighted. Turn the knob to select al...

  • Page 181

    Black plate (47,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-47 door unlock options this allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing the unlock button on the rke transmitter. Press the menu/select knob when door unlock options is highlighted. Turn the knob to select all ...

  • Page 182: Universal Remote

    Black plate (48,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-48 instruments and controls remote left in vehicle reminder this allows the remote left in vehicle reminder feature to be turned on or off. If on, the horn will chirp if a remote is left in the vehicle. Press the menu/select knob when remote left in...

  • Page 183

    Black plate (49,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-49 keep the original hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future universal remote system programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed universal remote system...

  • Page 184

    Black plate (50,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-50 instruments and controls 3. Press and hold for five seconds the newly trained universal remote system button (the button selected in step 2) while observing the indicator light and garage door activation. . If the indicator light stays on continu...

  • Page 185

    Black plate (51,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 instruments and controls 5-51 gate operator and canadian programming if you have questions or need help programming the universal remote system, call 1‐800‐355‐3515 or go to www.Homelink.Com. Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals t...

  • Page 186

    Black plate (52,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 5-52 instruments and controls reprogramming a single universal remote system button to reprogram any of the three universal remote system buttons: 1. Press and hold the desired universal remote system button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicato...

  • Page 187: Lighting

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 lighting 6-1 lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 headlamp high/low-beam changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 flash-to-pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 daytime running lamps (drl) . . . . . . ...

  • Page 188

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 6-2 lighting the exterior lamps control has four positions: o (off): briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again. Auto (automatic): turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the follo...

  • Page 189

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 lighting 6-3 daytime running lamps (drl) daytime running lamps (drl) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the drl work, so be sure it is not covered. The drl ...

  • Page 190

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 6-4 lighting . When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps go off, and the drl come on, as long as the exterior lamp control is in the auto position. See exterior lamp controls on page 6‑1. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic ...

  • Page 192: Interior Lighting

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 6-6 lighting # (front fog lamps) : press to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the fog lamps are on. The fog lamps come on together with the parking lamps. Some localities have laws that requi...

  • Page 193: Lighting Features

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 lighting 6-7 cargo lamp the cargo lamp is located over the rear compartment and is controlled by the dome lamp. See dome lamps on page 6‑7. Courtesy lamps the courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door...

  • Page 194

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 6-8 lighting door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The dome lamps also come on when a door is opened after the ignition is changed to the off position. The exterior lights and dome lamp remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of ...

  • Page 195: Infotainment

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 infotainment system 7-1 infotainment system introduction infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 introduction infotainment your vehicle has an infotainment system. For more information, see the separate infotainment system manual..

  • Page 196: Notes

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 7-2 infotainment system 2 notes.

  • Page 197: Climate Controls

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 climate controls 8-1 climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 rear climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 air vents air vents . . . . ...

  • Page 198

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 8-2 climate controls automatic operation the system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When the indicator light is on, the system is i...

  • Page 199

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 climate controls 8-3 0 (defrost): press to clear the windshield of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield. # (air conditioning): press to turn the automatic air conditioning on or off. If the fan is turned off or the outside tempe...

  • Page 200

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 8-4 climate controls the heated outside rearview mirrors turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirrors. See heated mirrors on page 2‑20. Notice: do not try to clear frost or other mate...

  • Page 201

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 climate controls 8-5 rear climate control system for vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console. Rear climate control with rear seat audio controls a. F...

  • Page 202: Air Vents

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 8-6 climate controls manual operation ] −/+ ^ (fan control): press these buttons on the rear seat audio control panel to increase or decrease the airflow. Pressing + ^ when the system is off will turn the system on. The air delivery mode remains in its...

  • Page 203: Maintenance

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 climate controls 8-7 maintenance passenger compartment air filter the filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. To...

  • Page 204: Notes

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 8-8 climate controls 2 notes.

  • Page 205: Driving And

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-1 driving and operating driving information defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 drunk driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 control of a vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 206: Driving Information

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-2 driving and operating towing general towing information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52 driving characteristics and towing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56 towing equipment . . . ....

  • Page 207

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-3 death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: judgment, muscular coordination, vision, and attentiveness. Police records show that ...

  • Page 208

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-4 driving and operating braking see brake system warning light on page 5‑22. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is ...

  • Page 209

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-5 steering power steering if power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the power steering system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort. Steering tips it is important to take ...

  • Page 210

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-6 driving and operating off-road recovery the vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accel...

  • Page 211

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-7 of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopp...

  • Page 212

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-8 driving and operating hydroplaning hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning...

  • Page 213

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-9 { warning coasting downhill in n (neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor brakin...

  • Page 214

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-10 driving and operating blizzard conditions being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the roadside assistance program on page 13‑4. To get help and keep everyone in the vehic...

  • Page 215

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-11 to save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really u...

  • Page 216

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-12 driving and operating vehicle load limits it is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory‐installed options. ...

  • Page 217

    Black plate (13,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-13 the tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (a), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (b) in kilograms and pounds. The tire and loading information label also shows the tire size ...

  • Page 218

    Black plate (14,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-14 driving and operating 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Se...

  • Page 219

    Black plate (15,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-15 example 3 a. Vehicle capacity weight for example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). B. Subtract occupant weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). C. Available cargo weight = 0 kg (0 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's tire and loadi...

  • Page 220

    Black plate (16,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-16 driving and operating if the vehicle is carrying a heavy load, it should be spread out. See “steps for determining correct load limit” earlier in this section. { warning do not load the vehicle any heavier than the gross vehicle weight rating (gv...

  • Page 221: Starting And

    Black plate (17,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-17 warning (continued) . Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. . Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle. . Secure loose items in t...

  • Page 222

    Black plate (18,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-18 driving and operating adjustable throttle and brake pedal if the vehicle has this feature, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted. The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the right side of the steering column, be...

  • Page 223

    Black plate (19,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-19 and retained accessory power (rap) will remain active. See retained accessory power (rap) on page 9‑22 for more information. If the vehicle is not in p (park), the ignition will return to acc/ accessory and display the messa...

  • Page 224

    Black plate (20,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-20 driving and operating on/run/start (green led light): this mode is for driving and starting. With the ignition off, and the brake pedal applied, pressing the button once will place the ignition system in on/run/start. Once engine cranking begins,...

  • Page 225

    Black plate (21,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-21 see remote keyless entry (rke) system operation on page 2‑3 for more information. 3. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all ...

  • Page 226

    Black plate (22,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-22 driving and operating engine heater the engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below −18°c (0°f) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four h...

  • Page 227

    Black plate (23,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-23 shifting into park { warning it can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle...

  • Page 228: Engine Exhaust

    Black plate (24,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-24 driving and operating shifting out of park this vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission shift lock control system. The shift lock control is designed to prevent movement of the shift lever out of p (park), unless the ignition is in on/...

  • Page 229

    Black plate (25,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-25 warning (continued) . There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after market modifications that are not completely sealed. If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into ...

  • Page 230: Automatic

    Black plate (26,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-26 driving and operating automatic transmission the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. P (park): this position locks the wheels. It is the best position to...

  • Page 231

    Black plate (27,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-27 notice: shifting to r (reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to r (reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. R (reverse)...

  • Page 232

    Black plate (28,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-28 driving and operating manual mode driver shift control (dsc) notice: if you drive the vehicle at a high rpm without upshifting while using driver shift control (dsc), you could damage the vehicle. Always upshift when necessary while using dsc. Ds...

  • Page 233

    Black plate (29,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-29 the transmission will only allow you to shift into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). The transmission will not automatically shift to the next lower gear if the engine rpm is to...

  • Page 234: Drive Systems

    Black plate (30,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-30 driving and operating drive systems all-wheel drive vehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four wheels. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. When using a compact spare tire on an awd vehicle...

  • Page 235

    Black plate (31,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-31 abs can change the brake pressure to each wheel, as required, faster than any driver could. This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updat...

  • Page 236

    Black plate (32,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-32 driving and operating the system has a parking brake status light and a parking brake warning light. See brake system warning light on page 5‑22. There are also three driver information center (dic) messages. See driver information center (dic) o...

  • Page 237

    Black plate (33,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-33 epb release to release the epb, place the ignition in the on/run position, apply and hold the brake pedal, and push down momentarily on the epb switch. If you attempt to release the epb without the brake pedal applied, a chi...

  • Page 238: Ride Control Systems

    Black plate (34,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-34 driving and operating hill start assist (hsa) this vehicle has a hill start assist (hsa) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling, either forward or rearward...

  • Page 239

    Black plate (35,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-35 if d comes on and stays on, reset the system by: 1. Stopping the vehicle. 2. Turning the engine off and waiting 15 seconds. 3. Starting the engine. If d still comes on and stays on, the vehicle needs service. Notice: do not ...

  • Page 240

    Black plate (36,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-36 driving and operating electronic stability program (esp) the vehicle may have a vehicle stability enhancement system called electronic stability program (esp). It is an advanced computer‐controlled system that assists with directional control of ...

  • Page 241

    Black plate (37,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-37 tcs/esp button esp can be turned on and off by pressing and holding the tcs/esp button. Esp off light tcs off light when esp is turned off, g and i come on the instrument panel. The system will not assist with directional co...

  • Page 242

    Black plate (38,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-38 driving and operating position will provide a smoother suspension. Changes will occur in the transmission patterns, steering, and suspension. 3.0 l v6 engine the vehicle may have a ride control system called selective ride control. The suspension...

  • Page 243: Cruise Control

    Black plate (39,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-39 cruise control with cruise control, the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph). If the brake...

  • Page 244

    Black plate (40,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-40 driving and operating set/− (set/coast): move the thumbwheel down to set a speed and activate cruise control, or to make the vehicle decelerate. Setting cruise control if the cruise button is on when not in use, it could get bumped and go into cr...

  • Page 245: Object Detection

    Black plate (41,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-41 passing another vehicle while using cruise control use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle's speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the previous set cruise speed. Using cruise c...

  • Page 246

    Black plate (42,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-42 driving and operating { warning the ultrasonic front and rear parking assist (ufrpa) system does not replace driver vision. It cannot detect: . Objects that are below the bumper, underneath the vehicle, or if they are too close or far from the ve...

  • Page 247

    Black plate (43,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-43 the led next to the park assist button lights up when the system is on and turns off when it has been disabled. When the system does not seem to work properly ufrpa defaults to the on setting each time the vehicle is started...

  • Page 248

    Black plate (44,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-44 driving and operating { warning the rear vision camera (rvc) system does not replace driver vision. Rvc does not: . Detect objects that are outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, or underneath the vehicle. . Detect children, pedest...

  • Page 249

    Black plate (45,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-45 turning the rear vision camera system on or off to turn the rear vision camera system on or off: 1. Shift into p (park). 2. Press the config button. 3. Select display. 4. Select camera. When a checkmark appears next to the c...

  • Page 250

    Black plate (46,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-46 driving and operating rear vision camera error messages service rear vision camera system: this message can display when the system is not receiving information it requires from other vehicle systems. If any other problem occurs or if a problem p...

  • Page 251: Fuel

    Black plate (47,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-47 when the system does not seem to work properly the rear vision camera system may not work properly or display a clear image if: . The rvc is turned off. See “turning the rear vision camera system on or off” earlier in this s...

  • Page 252

    Black plate (48,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-48 driving and operating recommended fuel if the vehicle has the 3.0l v6 engine (vin code y), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referr...

  • Page 253

    Black plate (49,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-49 fuels in foreign countries never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To check the fu...

  • Page 254

    Black plate (50,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-50 driving and operating filling the tank { warning 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 fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when r...

  • Page 255

    Black plate (51,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-51 diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See malfunction indicator lamp on page 5‑18. { warning if a fire starts while...

  • Page 256: Towing

    Black plate (52,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-52 driving and operating towing general towing information only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. See the following t...

  • Page 257

    Black plate (53,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-53 the vehicle can tow a trailer when equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. For trailering capacity, see trailer towing on page 9‑56. Trailering changes handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy....

  • Page 258

    Black plate (54,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-54 driving and operating driving with a trailer towing a trailer requires experience. Get familiar with handling and braking with the added trailer weight. The vehicle is now longer and not as responsive as the vehicle is by itself. Check all traile...

  • Page 259

    Black plate (55,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-55 turn signals when towing a trailer the turn signal indicators on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the vehicle is tur...

  • Page 260

    Black plate (56,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-56 driving and operating 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the parking brake and shift into p (park). 5. Release the brake pedal. Leaving after parking on a hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: . Start the engine. . Shift into a ge...

  • Page 261

    Black plate (57,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-57 use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle maximum trailer weight gcwr* 2.8l engine, awd 1 588 kg (3,500 lbs) 3 725 kg (8,212 lbs) 3.0l engine, fwd ...

  • Page 262

    Black plate (58,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-58 driving and operating if a weight-carrying hitch or a weight-distributing hitch is being used, the trailer tongue (a) should weigh 10‐15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (b). After loading the trailer, weigh the trailer and then the ton...

  • Page 263

    Black plate (59,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-59 weight is still below 3 266 kg (7,200 lbs) and you might think 318 additional kilograms (700 lbs) should be subtracted from the trailering capacity to stay within gcwr limits. The maximum trailer would only be 3 538 kg (7,80...

  • Page 264

    Black plate (60,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-60 driving and operating hitch cover the vehicle may have a hitch cover. To remove the hitch cover: 1. Turn the fasteners on the lower tabs 90 degrees counterclockwise. 2. Lift the lower edge of the cover about 45 degrees. 3. Pull the cover downward...

  • Page 265: Conversions And

    Black plate (61,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 driving and operating 9-61 trailer sway control (tsc) the vehicle has a trailer sway control (tsc) feature as part of the electronic stability program (esp) system. If tsc detects that the trailer is swaying, the vehicle brakes are automatically appli...

  • Page 266: Notes

    Black plate (62,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 9-62 driving and operating 2 notes.

  • Page 267: Vehicle Care

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-1 vehicle care general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 california proposition 65 warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 california perchlorate materials requirements . . . . 10-3 accessories and modifica...

  • Page 268

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-2 vehicle care wheels and tires tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52 tire sidewall labeling . . . . . . 10-53 tire designations . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55 tire terminology and definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-56...

  • Page 269: General Information

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-3 general information for service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive genuine parts and trained and supported service people. California proposition 65 warning most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emi...

  • Page 270: Vehicle Checks

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-4 vehicle care damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non‐company certified parts, including control module or software modifications, is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may af...

  • Page 271

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-5 this vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see airbag system check on page 3‑44. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. Hood to ope...

  • Page 272

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-6 vehicle care engine compartment overview 2.8 l v6 engine.

  • Page 273

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-7 a. Engine air cleaner/filter on page 10‑16. B. Power steering reservoir and cap. See power steering fluid on page 10‑26. C. Engine oil fill cap. See engine oil on page 10‑10. D. Engine oil dipstick. See engine oil on page 10‑10. E. Br...

  • Page 274

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-8 vehicle care 3.0 l v6 engine.

  • Page 275

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-9 a. Engine air cleaner/filter on page 10‑16. B. Power steering reservoir and cap (under engine cover). See power steering fluid on page 10‑26. C. Engine oil fill cap. See engine oil on page 10‑10. D. Engine oil dipstick (out of view). ...

  • Page 276

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-10 vehicle care engine cover engine cover (3.0 l v6) a. Oil fill cap b. Engine cover bolt c. Engine cover to remove: 1. Remove the oil fill cap (a). 2. Remove the engine cover bolt (b). 3. Raise the engine cover (c) to release it from the retainers...

  • Page 277

    Black plate (11,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-11 checking engine oil it is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See engine compartment...

  • Page 278

    Black plate (12,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-12 vehicle care selecting the right engine oil selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade: specification use and ask for engine oils with the dexos™ certification mark. Oils meeting the requireme...

  • Page 279

    Black plate (13,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-13 cold temperature operation: in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29°c (−20°f), an sae 0w-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely l...

  • Page 280

    Black plate (14,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-14 vehicle care what to do with used oil used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, ...

  • Page 281

    Black plate (15,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-15 your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level. If the system is ever ...

  • Page 282

    Black plate (16,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-16 vehicle care automatic transmission fluid how to check automatic transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to you...

  • Page 283

    Black plate (17,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-17 how to inspect the engine air cleaner/filter to inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is...

  • Page 284

    Black plate (18,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-18 vehicle care 7. To install the air filter, place the filter inside the box where the pleats fit in between the tabs located inside the lower box. Ensure that the cover cut outs (a) on both sides match the air filter tabs (b) on both sides. 8. Re...

  • Page 285

    Black plate (19,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-19 cooling system when it is safe to lift the hood: 3.0 l v6 engine shown, 2.8 l v6 engine similar a. Engine cooling fans b. Engine coolant surge tank and pressure cap { warning an electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start u...

  • Page 286

    Black plate (20,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-20 vehicle care if there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, the fans should be running. If it is not, the vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. ...

  • Page 287

    Black plate (21,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-21 use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and dex-cool coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: . Gives freezing protection down to −37°c (−34°f), outside temperature. . Gives boiling protect...

  • Page 288

    Black plate (22,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-22 vehicle care how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank notice: this vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If no problem is found, check to s...

  • Page 289

    Black plate (23,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-23 notice: in cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. { warning you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts....

  • Page 290

    Black plate (24,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-24 vehicle care 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper dex-cool coolant mixture to the indicated level mark. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it...

  • Page 291

    Black plate (25,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-25 if steam is coming from the engine compartment { warning steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get...

  • Page 292

    Black plate (26,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-26 vehicle care power steering fluid see engine compartment overview on page 10‑6 for reservoir location. When to check power steering fluid it is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless a leak is suspected in the system or an ...

  • Page 293

    Black plate (27,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-27 adding washer fluid the washer fluid low add fluid message appears on the driver information center (dic) when the fluid level is low. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid up to the fill mark. See engine compa...

  • Page 294

    Black plate (28,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-28 vehicle care some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brak...

  • Page 295

    Black plate (29,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-29 do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when...

  • Page 296

    Black plate (30,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-30 vehicle care battery refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See engine compartment overview on page 10‑6 for battery location. { danger battery posts, terminals, and related accessories ...

  • Page 297

    Black plate (31,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-31 to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the transfer case, some lubricant needs to be added. Add enough lubricant to raise the level ...

  • Page 298

    Black plate (32,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-32 vehicle care park brake and p (park) mechanism check { warning when you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case ...

  • Page 299

    Black plate (33,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-33 front wiper blade replacement to replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield. 2. Press the button in the middle of the wiper arm connector, and pull the wiper blade away from the ...

  • Page 300: Headlamp Aiming

    Black plate (34,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-34 vehicle care 2. Push the release lever (b) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (a) out of the blade assembly (c). 3. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the release lever clicks into place. 4. Replace the wiper c...

  • Page 301

    Black plate (35,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-35 . The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 75 kg (160 lbs) sitting on the driver seat. . Tires should be properly inflated. Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. The h...

  • Page 302

    Black plate (36,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-36 vehicle care 4. At the wall measure from the ground upward (a) to the recorded distance from step 3 and mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (b) on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in step 4. Notice: do not cover...

  • Page 303

    Black plate (37,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-37 for the vehicle equipped with a base level lamp (halogen bulb), there will be one vertical headlamp aiming screw (v1). The aiming screw (v1) is adjusted from the engine compartment side of the beauty cover. For the vehicle equipped ...

  • Page 304: Bulb Replacement

    Black plate (38,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-38 vehicle care bulb replacement for the proper type of replacement bulbs, see replacement bulbs on page 10‑43. For any bulb‐changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen bulbs { warning halogen bulbs have pressurized ...

  • Page 305

    Black plate (39,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-39 low-beam headlamps/daytime running lamps (drl) (base) 1. Remove the protective cap from the back of the headlamp assembly. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly. 4. Replace the ...

  • Page 306

    Black plate (40,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-40 vehicle care front turn signal lamp (base and uplevel) to replace the front turn signal lamp: 1. Remove the turn signal lamp bulb socket from the headlamp assembly. 2. Remove the turn signal lamp bulb from the socket. 3. Replace the bulb in the ...

  • Page 307

    Black plate (41,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-41 3. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. 4. Pull the taillamp assembly straight back to remove. A. Stoplamp b. Turn signal lamp 5. Turn the turn stoplamp (a) or turn signal lamp (b) bulb socket counterclockwise to remove...

  • Page 308

    Black plate (42,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-42 vehicle care back-up lamps to replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the liftgate. See liftgate on page 2‑12. 2. Remove the top trim panel from the liftgate to gain access to the bulb. 3. Turn the back‐up bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it f...

  • Page 309

    Black plate (43,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-43 a. Bulb socket b. Bulb c. Lamp assembly 4. Turn the bulb socket (a) counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly (c). 5. Pull the bulb (b) straight out of the bulb socket. 6. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb ...

  • Page 310: Electrical System

    Black plate (44,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-44 vehicle care electrical system electrical system overload the vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protectin...

  • Page 311

    Black plate (45,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-45 to identify and check fuses, circuit breakers, and relays, see engine compartment fuse block on page 10‑45 and rear compartment fuse block on page 10‑49. Engine compartment fuse block to remove the fuse block cover, press the clips ...

  • Page 312

    Black plate (46,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-46 vehicle care j-case fuses usage 26 rear electrical center 2 27 not used 41 cooling fan 2 (lf1) 42 starter 43 not used 44 not used 45 cooling fan 1 (lf1) 59 secondary air pump mini fuses usage 1 engine control module battery 2 transmission contro...

  • Page 313

    Black plate (47,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-47 mini fuses usage 52 fuel system control module 53 headlamp level 54 sensing diagnostic module ignition 55 high-beam headlamp-right 56 high-beam headlamp-left 57 ignition steering column lock 65 trailer right stoplamp 66 trailer left...

  • Page 314

    Black plate (48,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-48 vehicle care instrument panel fuse block mini fuses usage disply display s/roof sun roof rvc mirr rear vision camera mirror uhp universal handsfree phone rdo radio apo ‐ ip auxiliary power outlet ‐ instrument panel apo ‐ cnsl auxiliary power out...

  • Page 315

    Black plate (49,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-49 mini fuses usage rain snsr rain sensor bcm 6 body control module 6 escl electronic steering column lock airbag sensing and diagnostic module dlc data link connection ipc instrument panel cluster spare not used bcm 1 body control mod...

  • Page 316

    Black plate (50,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-50 vehicle care rear compartment fuse block fuses usage spare fuses spare fuses aos mdl automatic occupant sensing module spare not used spare not used spare not used pass dr wdo sw passenger door window switch drv pwr seat driver power seat pass d...

  • Page 317

    Black plate (51,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-51 fuses usage rr htd seat rear heated seats frt htd seat front heated seats theft horn theft horn * lgate liftgate shunt shunt rear defog rear defog * bcm theft body control module theft * trlr 2 trailer 2 ugdo universal garage door o...

  • Page 318: Wheels And Tires

    Black plate (52,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-52 vehicle care wheels and tires tires every new saab vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer...

  • Page 319

    Black plate (53,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-53 tire sidewall labeling useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (p‐metric) tire example (a) tire size : the tire siz...

  • Page 320

    Black plate (54,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-54 vehicle care (g) maximum cold inflation load limit : maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. Compact spare tire example (a) tire ply material : the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall a...

  • Page 321

    Black plate (55,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-55 (f) tire size : a combination of letters and numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. The letter t as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use o...

  • Page 322

    Black plate (56,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-56 vehicle care (e) rim diameter : diameter of the wheel in inches. (f) service description : these characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire. The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry....

  • Page 323

    Black plate (57,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-57 dot markings : a code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the u.S. Department of transportation (dot) motor vehicle safety standards. The dot code includes the tire identification number...

  • Page 324

    Black plate (58,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-58 vehicle care passenger (p-metric) tire : a tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended inflation pressure : vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard...

  • Page 325

    Black plate (59,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-59 vehicle maximum load on the tire : load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle placard : a label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight a...

  • Page 326

    Black plate (60,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-60 vehicle care for additional information regarding how much weight the vehicle can carry, and an example of the tire and loading information label, see vehicle load limits on page 9‑12. How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride ...

  • Page 327

    Black plate (61,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-61 tire pressure for high-speed operation { warning driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure....

  • Page 328

    Black plate (62,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-62 vehicle care as an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under‐inflated. Accordingly, when...

  • Page 329

    Black plate (63,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-63 tire pressure monitor operation this vehicle may have a tire pressure monitor system (tpms). The tpms is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. Tpms sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assemb...

  • Page 330

    Black plate (64,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-64 vehicle care a tire and loading information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold. See vehicle load limits on page 9‑12, for an example of the tire and loading in...

  • Page 331

    Black plate (65,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-65 . The tpms sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires. The malfunction light and the dic message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process. See "tpms sen...

  • Page 332

    Black plate (66,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-66 vehicle care there are two minutes to match the first tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it takes longer, the matching process stops and must be restarted. The tpms sensor matching process is...

  • Page 333

    Black plate (67,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-67 tire inspection we recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month. Replace the tire if: . The indicators at three or more places around the ...

  • Page 334

    Black plate (68,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-68 vehicle care do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the tire and loading information label after the tires have been rotated. See tire pressure on page...

  • Page 335

    Black plate (69,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-69 the rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies for the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, even if it is never used. Multiple conditions including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance affect ho...

  • Page 336

    Black plate (70,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-70 vehicle care saab recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to maintain the performance of the vehicle. Braking and handling performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not rep...

  • Page 337

    Black plate (71,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-71 vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low‐pressure warning if non‐tpc spec rated tires are installed. See tire pressure monitor system on page 10‑61. The tire and loading information label ind...

  • Page 338

    Black plate (72,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-72 vehicle care 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 ...

  • Page 339

    Black plate (73,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-73 traction – aa, a, b, c the traction grades, from highest to lowest, are aa, a, b, and c. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces...

  • Page 340

    Black plate (74,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-74 vehicle care wheel alignment and tire balance the tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on...

  • Page 341

    Black plate (75,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-75 used replacement wheels { warning replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. When replacing wheels, use a new original...

  • Page 342

    Black plate (76,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-76 vehicle care a rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten the vehicle. It may be very bumpy and noisy. Gently br...

  • Page 343

    Black plate (77,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-77 this vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely, follow the instructions below. Then see tire changing on page 10‑85. To use the tire ...

  • Page 344

    Black plate (78,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-78 vehicle care { warning overinflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended pressure. Do not ...

  • Page 345

    Black plate (79,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-79 a. Selector switch (sealant/air or air only) b. On/off button c. Pressure gauge d. Pressure deflation button (if equipped) e. Tire sealant canister f. Sealant/air hose (clear) g. Air only hose (black) h. Power plug tire sealant read...

  • Page 346

    Black plate (80,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-80 vehicle care heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the tire faster. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See hazard warning fla...

  • Page 347

    Black plate (81,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-81 10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (c). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the tire and loading information label. See tire pressure on page 10‑59. The pressure gauge ...

  • Page 348

    Black plate (82,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-82 vehicle care 17. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle. 18. Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the sealant in the tire. 19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure. Refer to steps 1...

  • Page 349

    Black plate (83,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-83 if a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See hazard warning flashers on page 6‑5. See if a tire goes flat on page 10‑75 for other important saf...

  • Page 350

    Black plate (84,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-84 vehicle care 10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (c). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the tire and loading information label. See tire pressure on page 10‑59. The pressure gauge ...

  • Page 351

    Black plate (85,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-85 removal and installation of the sealant canister to remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available...

  • Page 352

    Black plate (86,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-86 vehicle care 3. Remove the spare tire cover. 4. Remove the nut retaining the spare tire. 5. Remove the compact spare tire. See compact spare tire on page 10‑92 for more information. 6. Remove the wing nut (d). 7. Remove the extension (a), jack (...

  • Page 353

    Black plate (87,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-87 removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See if a tire goes flat on page 10‑75 for more in...

  • Page 354

    Black plate (88,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-88 vehicle care 7. Insert the hooked end of the extension handle through the jack and the flat end through the wheel wrench. { warning getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly ...

  • Page 355

    Black plate (89,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-89 10. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 11. Remove the flat tire. { warning rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. Whe...

  • Page 356

    Black plate (90,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-90 vehicle care 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 15. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. { warning wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can...

  • Page 357

    Black plate (91,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-91 storing a flat or spare tire and tools { warning 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 a...

  • Page 358: Jump Starting

    Black plate (92,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-92 vehicle care compact spare tire { warning driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a t...

  • Page 359

    Black plate (93,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-93 notice: ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle. 1. Check the o...

  • Page 360

    Black plate (94,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-94 vehicle care your vehicle is equipped with a remote positive (+) terminal (a) and a remote negative (−) terminal (b). The remote positive (+) terminal is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle, above the rear of the ...

  • Page 361

    Black plate (95,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-95 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) ...

  • Page 362

    Black plate (96,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-96 vehicle care notice: if the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in...

  • Page 363: Towing

    Black plate (97,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-97 towing towing the vehicle notice: to avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Care must be taken with vehicles that have low ground clearance and/or special equipment. Always flatbed on...

  • Page 364

    Black plate (98,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-98 vehicle care dinghy towing front-wheel‐drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles may be dinghy towed from the front. These vehicles can also be towed by placing them on a platform trailer with all four wheels off of the ground. For other towing options...

  • Page 365

    Black plate (99,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-99 3. Use a small screw driver or tool to press and hold the manual release button on the front right. 4. Put the vehicle in n (neutral). Notice: if the vehicle is towed without performing each of the steps listed under “dinghy towing,...

  • Page 366

    Black plate (100,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-100 vehicle care dolly towing (front-wheel‐drive vehicles) to tow the vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground, do the following: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Move the shift lever to p (park). See shifting into park on p...

  • Page 367: Appearance Care

    Black plate (101,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-101 appearance care exterior care cleaning exterior lamps/lenses use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “washing the vehicle” later in this s...

  • Page 368

    Black plate (102,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-102 vehicle care washing the vehicle to preserve the vehicle's finish, keep it clean by washing it often. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight and use a car washing soap. Notice: do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that co...

  • Page 369

    Black plate (103,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-103 wheels and trim — aluminum the vehicle may have aluminum wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may t...

  • Page 370

    Black plate (104,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-104 vehicle care tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Notice: using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspr...

  • Page 371

    Black plate (105,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-105 interior care the interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Dust and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery and cause damage to the carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Stains should be removed quick...

  • Page 372

    Black plate (106,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-106 vehicle care . Avoid laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers. Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per 3.78 l (1 gal) of water is a good guide. Use ...

  • Page 373

    Black plate (107,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-107 if any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. Test a small hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. If the locally cleaned area gives any...

  • Page 374

    Black plate (108,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-108 vehicle care instrument panel, vinyl, and other plastic surfaces to remove dust, a soft cloth dampened with water can be used. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gentl...

  • Page 375

    Black plate (109,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 vehicle care 10-109 use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that certified floor mats be purchased. Non-certified...

  • Page 376: Notes

    Black plate (110,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 10-110 vehicle care 2 notes.

  • Page 377: Service And

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 service and maintenance 11-1 service and maintenance general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 scheduled maintenance scheduled maintenance . . . . . 11-3 recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants...

  • Page 378

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 11-2 service and maintenance { warning performing maintenance work can be dangerous. Some jobs can cause serious injury. Perform maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment. If in doubt, see your dealer to...

  • Page 379: Scheduled

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 service and maintenance 11-3 scheduled maintenance when the change engine oil soon message displays change engine oil and filter. See engine oil on page 10‑10. An emission control service. When the change engine oil soon message displays, service is re...

  • Page 380

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 11-4 service and maintenance recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants usage fluid/lubricant engine oil the engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identif...

  • Page 381

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 service and maintenance 11-5 usage fluid/lubricant hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, and release pawl lubriplate lubricant aerosol (part no. 12346293) or lubricant meeting requirements of nlgi #2, category lb or gc-lb. Hood, ...

  • Page 382

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 11-6 service and maintenance maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part part number engine air cleaner/filter 20897358 engine oil filter 2.8l v6 engine ...

  • Page 383: Maintenance Records

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 service and maintenance 11-7 maintenance records 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Mainte...

  • Page 384

    Black plate (8,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 11-8 service and maintenance maintenance record (cont.) date odometer reading serviced by services performed.

  • Page 385

    Black plate (9,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 service and maintenance 11-9 maintenance record (cont.) date odometer reading serviced by services performed.

  • Page 386

    Black plate (10,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 11-10 service and maintenance maintenance record (cont.) date odometer reading serviced by services performed.

  • Page 387: Technical Data

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 technical data 12-1 technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 vehicle data capacities and specificati...

  • Page 388: Vehicle Data

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 12-2 technical data vehicle data capacities and specifications application capacities metric english air conditioning refrigerant r134a for the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See you...

  • Page 389

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 technical data 12-3 application capacities metric english wheel nut torque 150 y 110 ft lb *see automatic transmission fluid on page 10‑16 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appr...

  • Page 390

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 12-4 technical data engine drive belt routing 2.8l, 3.0l v6 engines.

  • Page 391: Customer

    Black plate (1,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 customer information 13-1 customer information customer information customer satisfaction procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 customer assistance offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-3 customer assistance for text telepho...

  • Page 392

    Black plate (2,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 13-2 customer information step two: if after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the u.S., call 1-800-955-9007. In canada, contact saab customer assistance...

  • Page 393

    Black plate (3,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 customer information 13-3 step three — canadian owners: in the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in steps one and two, saab wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge medi...

  • Page 394

    Black plate (4,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 13-4 customer information customer assistance for text telephone (tty) users to assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use text telephones (ttys), saab has tty equipment available at its customer assistance center. A...

  • Page 395

    Black plate (5,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 customer information 13-5 . Emergency tow from a public road or highway: tow to the nearest saab dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven. Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or sno...

  • Page 396

    Black plate (6,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 13-6 customer information . Trip routing service: detailed maps of north america are provided when requested either with the most direct route or the most scenic route. There is a six request limit per year. Additional travel information is also availa...

  • Page 397

    Black plate (7,1) saab 9-4x owner manual - 2011 customer information 13-7 courtesy transportation program during the warranty coverage period, alternate transportation and/or reimbursement of certain transportation expenses will be available under the courtesy transportation program if your vehicle ...

  • Page 398

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  • Page 399: Reporting Safety

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  • Page 400

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  • Page 401: Vehicle Data

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  • Page 402

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  • Page 403

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  • Page 404

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  • Page 405

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  • Page 406

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  • Page 407

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  • Page 408

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  • Page 409

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  • Page 410

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  • Page 411

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  • Page 412

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  • Page 413

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  • Page 414

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