Starting and driving
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Trailer weight
Recommendations for cars with auto-
matic transmission
The following time limits are based on the
capacity of the cooling system in warm
weather, i.e. approximately 86°F (30°C).
Maximum recommended trailer weights for
different gradients, for best comfort and
driveability for manual and automatic cars,
are shown in the drawing.
Make sure you are familiar with the law
regarding speed limits for towing, maxi-
mum trailer weights, trailer-braking
requirements, and also any special
driving-license provisions
Gradient
of hill, %
Maximum
trailer
weight, lbs.
(kg)
Maximum dura-
tion, minutes
(see also page 222).
10-15
1890 (850) 15 max.
WARNING
The following time limits are based on the
capacity of the cooling system in warm
weather, i.e. approximately 104°F (40°C).
When towing a trailer, do not attempt to
negotiate a hill having a gradient in
excess of 15%. The weight distribution
over the front wheels of the car will be
insufficient to prevent wheelspin, making
further progress impossible.
NOTE
Gradient
of hill, %
Maximum
trailer
weight, lbs.
(kg)
Maximum dura-
tion, minutes
Saab 9-3 Viggen cannot be equipped
with a trailer hitch because of the design
of the body and chassis.
10-15
1110 (500) 15 max.
In addition, the parking brake may not
always be able to hold the car and trailer
securely, with the result that the wheels
can start to slide downhill.
When negotiating long hills, bear the follow-
ing important considerations in mind:
Do not drive continuously with the WINTER
mode selected in hilly country when you are
towinga trailer,as this willincreasefuel con-
sumption and risk overheating the transmis-
sion.
The specified trailer weights and gradients
assumeyouareoperatinginhillyterrainand
therefore apply only to short trips.
| Categories | Saab 9-3 Manuals, Saab Manuals |
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| Tags | Saab 9-3 M2000 |
| Model Year | 2000 |
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