Saab 95 2010 User manual

Quick Reference Guide
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Safety Belts
Safety belts are the single most effective
safety devices in your vehicle. DO NOT let
anybody, including rear seat passengers,
ride in the vehicle without buckling their
safety belts, or child safety seats.
To wear the safety belt properly (for adults
only):
1 Close and lock the door.
2 Adjusttheseatsoyoucansitupstraight.
3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
across you.
4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.
5 Check that the belt fits snugly. The lap
part of the belt should be worn low and
snug on the hips, just touching the
thighs.Theshoulderbeltshouldgo over
the shoulder and across the chest. To
make the lap part tight, pull up on the
shoulder belt.
Adjust the safety belt so that it is as high as
possible. The belt should be well in on the
shoulder.
Note: The following is an overview of
your vehicle safety features and is not
intended to replace the specific instruc-
tions found in your vehicle Owner Man-
ual. Please read your Owner Manual for
complete details about your vehicle
safety features.
SAFETY BELTS
This Quick Reference Guide provides an overview of some important features and func-
tions in your 2011 model year Saab 9-5. More detailed operating information as well as
important safety informationassociated with the proper careand useofthe vehicle canbe
found in your Owner´s Manual. Carefully review theOwner´s Manual before operating the
vehicle.
Some optional equipment 3 described in this guide may not be included in your vehicle.
For easy reference, keep this guide with your Owner Manual in your glove box.
3denotes optional equipment
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Note: Refer to your Owner´s Manual to learn about the information being relayed by the
lightsand gaugesof theinstrumentcluster,aswellas whatto dotohelpensure safetyand
prevent damage to your vehicle.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner ´s Manual.
1 Light switch
2 Head-Up display operation switch 3
3 Side air vents
4 Turn and lane-change signals, headlight
flash, low beam and high beam
5 Steering wheel shifter for automatic
transmission *
6 Tachometer
7Horn
8 Speedometer, odometer, Driver Information
Center
9 Fuelgauge,boostgauge,enginecoolanttem-
perature gauge
10 Head-Up display 3
11 Windscreen wiper, windscreen washer sys-
tem, headlight washer system
12 Center air vents
13 Night panel
14 Anti-theft alarm system status LED
15 Info-Display
16 Hazard warning flashers, child locks, central
locking system
17 Infotainment system
18 Front passenger airbag
19 Glovebox
20 Climate control system
21 Selector lever
22 Start/Stop button
23 Parking brake
24 Universalparkingassist 3,Advancedparking
aid 3, Lane departure warning 3
25 Traction Control system, Electronic Stability
Program
26 Accelerator pedal
27 Brake pedal
28 Clutch pedal
29 Audio/Phone controls
30 Steering wheel adjustment
31 Cruise control
32 Storage compartment,fuse box
33 Hood release lever
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KEYLESS REMOTE CONTROL
eLock
Pressto lockalldoors,the trunkandthe fuel
fillerdoor.Thedriver’sdoorwillnotlockifthe
door is open.
Passive Entry 3
Touch the sensor field of the exterior door
handle on one of the front doors. All doors,
load compartment and fuel filler flap are
locked.
Ifthedriver'sdooris notclosedproperly,the
central locking system will not work.
3seconds must pass beforethe vehicle can
beunlocked.Withinthis time,itispossibleto
check whether the vehicle is locked.
Note: The passive entry system does not
lock the vehicle automatically.
The sensor fields in the door handles must
be kept clean to ensure unrestricted func-
tionality.
cUnlock
Press to unlock the driver’s door only or all
doors, the trunk and the fuel filler door.
The unlock setting can be changed in the
Vehicle Settings menu by using the audio
system controls.
sTrunk
Press to unlock and open the trunk. The
trunkalsocanbeopenedmanuallybypress-
ing the button above the license plate if the
vehicle is unlocked.
BPanic Alarm
Pressand hold forthreeseconds toactivate
the alarm. The turn signal lamps will flash
and the horn will sound for 30 seconds, or
until the button is pressed again or the igni-
tion is turned on.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your
Owner´s Manual.
Symbols
XSafety Belt Reminder
ZCheck Engine
ALow Tire Pressure
RBrake System Warning
uAntilock Brake System
Warning
pCharging System
IOil Pressure
vAirbag Readiness
oSecurity
Foglamps
mCruise Control Set
kTraction Control Off
Electronic Stability Pro-
gram/Traction Control
Off
bElectronic Stability Pro-
gram/Traction Control
Warning
Lights On
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START/STOP BUTTON
Starting the Engine
With the remote control in the vehicle and
the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the
brake pedal and then press the START/
STOP button to start the engine.
Note: If the remote control battery is weak,
place the remote control in the pocket near
the cupholder in the center console to
enable the engine to start.
Stopping the Engine
With the vehicle stopped, press the brake
pedal, shift to Park and then press the
START/STOP button to turn off the engine.
Accessory Power Mode
Withthe engine off and withoutpressing the
brakepedal,presstheSTART/STOPbutton
once to operate some accessories.
Ignition On Power Mode
Withthe engine off and withoutpressing the
brake pedal, press and hold the START/
STOP button for 3 to 5 seconds to operate
all electrical functions.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
REMOTE ENGINE START3
If available, this feature allowsthe engine to
be started from outside the vehicle with the
remote control.
The button Owill be on the remote control
if the vehicle has remote engine start.
Starting the Engine
• The selector lever has to be in Pand the
vehicle has to be locked .
• Press and hold Ountil the turn signal
lamps flash. This confirms the request to
remote start the vehicle has been
received. Once the engine is started, the
parking lamps will turn on and remain on
as long as the engine is running.
• Unlock the vehicle by pressing cbefore
entering.
• Press button Start/Stop once, press
brake pedal and and move selector lever
out of Pto drive the vehicle.
Theremoteenginestarthasanapproximate
range of up to 50 ft (15 metres). It can be
restricted by external influences.
To switch off the engine after a
Remote Engine Start
• Pressand holdOuntiltheparkinglamps
turn off.
• Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
• Turn the ignition on and then back off.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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POWERDOOR LOCKS/CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
• Press the FRear Door Child Lock
button on the center of the instrument
panelto preventa reardoor fromopening
from the inside.
• Press the power door c Unlock/ e Lock
button on the center of the instrument
panel to unlock or lock all doors.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your
Owner´s Manual.
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DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER
TheDriverInformationCenterontheinstrumentclusterdisplaysavarietyofvehiclesystem
information and warning messages.
•MENU
Press to display the:
-Trip menu/Fuel Information menu
(digital speedometer, trip odometers,
fuel range, average fuel consumption,
instantaneous fuel consumption, aver-
agevehiclespeed,distance,estimated
time of arrival, and navigation 3).
- Vehicle Information menu (units,
speed warning, battery voltage,
remaining oil life, tire pressure, and
compass).
• Rotate the switch to scroll through the
items of each menu.
•SET/CLR
Press to set or clear the displayed
menu item or warning message.
See Instruments and Controls in your
Owner´s Manual
POWER SEATS
Power Seat Adjustment 1. Length and height
2. Seatback angle
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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HEAD-UP DISPLAY 3
The Head-Up Display (HUD) projects a range of vehicle information on the windshield,
reducing the need to look away from the road.
OFF
Turn fully counterclockwise to turn off the
display.
Brightness
Rotate to brighten or dim the display.
PAGE
Press to select one of three display formats.
Up/Down
Press to adjust the up/down position of the
display.
See Instruments and Controls in your
Owner´s Manual
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
Driver’s tem-
perature con-
trol
AUTO
Automatic oper-
ation Air delivery
modes Defrost mode
Passenger’s
temperature
control
Air conditioning
control ZONE
Link all zones
to driver’s set-
tings
Off/Fan control Rear window
defogger con-
trol
Recirculation
mode
Automatic Operation
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set desired temperature. Allow time for the system to automatically reach the desired
temperature. The fan speed and air distribution automatically regulate the airflow.
Note: The recirculation mode can help to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent
outside odors from entering the vehicle. When the recirculation mode is used without air
conditioning, the air humidity increases and the windows may fog.
See Climate Controls in your Owner´s Manual.
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AUDIO SYSTEM
Audio system with HDD/DVD/CD and Navigation shown
See Infotainment System in your Owner´s Manual.
1Power/Volumev
2 RADIO BAND: FM, AM, XM
3 Play an audio file, DVD or portable
audio device 3
4 Open or select menus
5 SEEK:Previousradiostation,track or
file
6 SEEK: Next radio station, track or file
7 Tune radio stations or play/pause
audio or video
8 Auto Store list
9 Phone menu or mute the speakers
10 Display pages of favorite radio sta-
tions or stored favorites list
11 LED, disc inserted
12 Open the Settings menu
13 Open the Sound menu
14 Time setting
15 Move back in a menu
16 Disc slot
17 Song information
18 Delete current file 3
19 Record content 3
20 Eject disc
21 Repeat voice guidance 3
22 Navigation map screen 3
23 Destination screen 3
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Note: Avoid extended searching for specific items or configuring system settings while
driving.
Setting the Time
1 Turn on the radio.
2 Press the TP button, or press the CONFIG button until the time settings are displayed.
3 UsetheMENU/SELECTknobtoadjustthetime,dateanddaysettings;presstheknob
to select it.
4 The new time settings will be displayed after exiting the screen.
Storing Favorite Stations
Radiostationsfrom allbands(AM, FMorXM) canbestored inanyorderon uptosix pages
of favorites.
1 Tune in the desired radio station.
2 Press the FAV button to display the page where the station is to be stored.
3 Press and hold one of the six numeric buttons until a beep is heard, indicating it is
stored.
4 Repeat the steps for each button on each page.
Portable Audio Devices
A 3.5mm auxiliary input jack and a USB port are located under the armrest in the center
console.
A portable device connected to the auxiliary input jack can be controlled only by using the
portable device controls. To optimize speaker volume, fully increase the volume level of
the portable device.
Compatibledevicesconnectedto theUSBportcanbe controlledbytheaudiosystem. Not
all devices may be supported. Use the MENU/SELECT knob and the audio steering
wheel controls to access various functions.
Hard Drive Device. (Navigation System only)
The Hard Drive Device (HDD) is able to record music from CDs and USB devices.
oREC
Press to record the current song or all songs to memory.
TUNE/rPlay/Pause
Turn to view the recorded files; then press to select the desired file.
Timeshift Live Radio *
20 minutes of live radio content is stored to the HDD when listening to a station.
l/ zPlay/Pause
Press to pause radio audio. Press again to resume playback of timeshifted audio.
The timeshift status bar shows the amount of stored content. When the radio station is
changed, content is cleared and restarted for the new station.
See Infotainment System in your Owner´s Manual.
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AUDIO STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
1. Push to Talk
Pressto interact withthe OnStar,Bluetooth,
or navigation system 3.
2. SRC Source
Press to select an audio source.
3. Volume, press + to increace.
4. Volume, press – to decreace.
5. End Call/Mute
PresstoendorrejectanOnStarorBluetooth
call.
Press to mute the vehicle speakers.
See Infotainment System in your
Owner´s Manual.
CRUICE CONTROL
Setting Cruise Control
1Pressthem On/Off button. The m
Cruise Control symbol illuminates in
white in the instrument cluster.
2 When traveling at the desired speed,
rotate the SET/– switch down to set the
speed. The m Cruise Control symbol
illuminates in green in the instrument
cluster.
Adjusting Cruise Control
RES/+ Resume/Accelerate Rotate the
switch up to resume a set speed. When the
system is active, rotate the switch up to
increase speed.
SET/– Set/Coast
Whenthe system isactive, rotate theswitch
down to decrease speed.
yCancel
Press to cancel the cruise control but retain
the set speed in memory.
Pressingthebrakepedalalsowillcancelthe
cruise control.
Turn off cruise control or the vehicle ignition
to erase the cruise control set speed.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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VEHICLE PERSONALIZATION
Some vehicle features can be customized using the controls on the audio system.
1 Press the CONFIG button to view the
Settings menu.
2 Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to high-
light the Vehicle Settings menu; press
the knob to select it.
3 Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to high-
light the desired settings menu; press
the knob to select it.
4 Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to high-
lightthe desired item inthe menu;press
the knob to select it.
5 Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to high-
light the desired selection; press the
knob to select it.
6 Press the BACK button to exit each
menu.
7 Repeatthesestepstoselectothermenu
items.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
2 Fast
1Slow
PAutomatic Wiping with Rain
Sensor 3
The rain sensor detects the amount of
water on the windshield and automati-
cally activates the wipers. Rotate the
bandtoadjustthesensitivityofthesen-
sor. The wipers activate more often as
the band is moved up.
JOff
QMist
n
Washer Fluid
Pull the lever toward you to spray washer
fluid on the windshield.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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NAVIGATION SYSTEM3
Touch the highlighted screen buttons to select various functions in the on-screen menus.
Entering a Destination
1 Press the DEST hard key.
2 The Select Destination screen displays
several options. Touch the Address
Entry screen button to enter a specific
address.
3 Enter the State/Province, City and
Street name. Touch the List screen
button to select the desired name from
the generated list for each entry.
4 Enter the house number.
5 Touch the OK screen button.
6 A confirmation screen displays the
address. If correct, touchthe Go screen
button.
7 Select the route preference and touch
the Start screen button.
Toplanarouteusinganothermethod, select
one of the other options from the Select
Destination screen.
See your Navigation System Owner´s
Manual
PARKING ASSIST3
Ultrasonic sensorsin thefrontand rearbumpers helpyouavoid collidingwithobjects when
parking the vehicle. The system operates only at speeds less than 5 mph.
Detectedobjectsareindicated by audiblebeeps.Theintervalbetween thebeepsbecomes
shorter as the vehicle gets closer to an object. A distance display in the Driver Information
Center also indicates the distance to an object in front of the vehicle.
To turn the system on/off, press the Park
Assist button next to the shift lever. The
button illuminates when the system is on.
Note: The system may be disabled if dirt,
snow or ice builds up on the sensors. Keep
the vehicle clean for proper operation.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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Advanced Parking Aid 3
The advanced parking aid system manoeuvres the driver into a parking slot by giving
instructionsontheDriverInformationCenterand acousticsignals.Itisthedriver,however,
who bears full responsibility for accepting the parking slot suggested by the system and
the parking manoeuvre.
The system uses the sensors of the parking assist system in combination with two addi-
tional sensors on both sides of the front bumper.
Note: Under certaincircumstances,various
reflective surfaces on objects or clothing as
well as external noise sources may cause
the system to fail to detect obstacles.
Sensor could detect a nonexisting object
(echo disturbance) caused by external
acoustical or mechanic disturbances.
Caution: Performance of thesensor canbe
reduced when sensors are covered, e.g. by
ice or snow.
Special conditions apply if there are taller
vehicles involved (e.g. off-road vehicles,
mini vans, vans). Object identification in the
upper part of the vehicle cannot be guaran-
teed.
When looking for a parking slot, the system
has to be activated by pressing the
Advanced Parking Aid button.
The system only operates at a speed up to
19 mph.
The maximum allowed parallel distance
between the vehicle and a row of parking
cars is 6 ft (1.8 meter).
System is active
System is giving instructions on the Driver Infor-
mation Center
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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DRIVE SENSE3
TheDrive Sense system adaptsto the driving styleand preference ofthe driver within one
of three driving modes.
The system automatically adjusts the continuous damping control, accelerator pedal
control,steeringcontrol,all-wheeldrive controlandtheautomatictransmissioninrealtime
to personalize your driving experience.
C - Comfort
Turn the knob toward the C position for a
smooth, comfortable driving style. The C
indicator will illuminate.
I - Intelligent (Default)
Turnthe knob tothe I position for normal city
and highway driving. The I indicator will illu-
minate. This mode is active each time the
vehicle is started.
S - Sport
Turn the knob toward the S position for a
sportier driving style with more responsive
handling. The S indicator will illuminate.
The Sport mode settings can be changed in
the Vehicle Settings menu by using the
audio system controls.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
To apply the parking brake, press the brake
pedal and then pull up the JParking
Brake switch by the shift lever.
• To release the parking brake, press the
brake pedal, turn on the ignition, and then
press the J Parking Brake switch.
See Driving and Operating in your
Owner´s Manual.
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TIRE PRESSURE
TheTirePressureMonitoralertsyouwhena
significant reduction in pressure occurs in
one or more of your vehicle’s tires by illumi-
nating the ALow Tire Pressure warning
light on the instrument cluster. The warning
light will remain on until the tire pressure is
corrected. Current tire pressures can be
displayed using the Driver Information
Center. The proper tire pressures for your
vehicle are listed on the Tire and Loading
Information label, located below the driver’s
door latch.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner´s Man-
ual.
Comfort with up to
3 people ECO with up to 3 people Full Load
Tires Front Rear Front Rear front Rear
psi (kPa/bar) psi (kPa/bar) psi (kPa/bar)
225/50 R17 39 (270/2.7) – – 41 (280/2.8) 46 (320/3.2)
235/45 R18
225/55 R17 41 (280/2.8) 43 (300/3.0) 41 (280/2.8) 47 (330/3.3)
245/45 R18 41 (280/2.8) 45 (310/3.1) 41 (290/2.9) 47 (330/3.3)
245/40 R18
245/40 R19 38 (260/2.6) – – 41 (280/2.8) 45 (310/3.1)
9-5 ACCESSORIES See your Saab dealer for the latest 9-5
accessories or visit the Owner´s section of
www.saabusa.com for the latest accessory
offerings.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
In U.S.A. - 1-800-852-9001
In Canada - 1-800-567-4555
As the owner of a new Saab, you are automatically enrolled in the Saab Roadside Assist-
ance program, which provides roadside service for 4 years/50,000 miles at no expense to
you. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive
in the city or travel the open road.
Saab’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of technically trained
advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to provide minor repair infor-
mation,contactaserviceproviderormakearrangementstotowyourvehicletothenearest
authorized Saab dealership.
ON STAR
If you require roadside service and have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar
button and the vehicle will send your current GPS location to an OnStar Advisor who will
speak to you, assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact
location so you will get the help you need.
For more information about OnStar services, press the OnStar button, refer to the OnStar
Owner´s Guide, call 1-888-466-7827 or visit www.onstar.com.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER
In U.S.A. - 1-800-955-9007
email: [email protected]
In Canada - Saab Customer Assistance
Center 1-877-919-Saab
The Saab Customer Assistance Center is a helpful resource for Saab owners. If you have
any questions concerning your vehicle, its equipment, or warranty information, please
contact the Customer Assistance Center or your Saab dealer.
Note: Saab and OnStar assistance phone numbers should be added to your cell phone
contact list.
Note: Add these important numbers and your dealers number into your Mobile phone.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your
Owner´s Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on the latest
information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2010
Saab Cars North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
IdentificationNumberUS/CA
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