2007 Saab 9-5 Owner's Manual - Page 59
2007 Saab 9-5 Manual
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Instruments and controls This light indicates a malfunction in the fuel-injection or ignition system. The car may still be driven with care and with somewhat diminished performance (see page 144). 59 Warning, charging This light will come on if the battery is discharging. If it comes on while you are driving, stop the car as soon as possible and switch off the engine. Check the alternator drive belt (see page 201). If the belt has broken: • the engine may overheat (cooling system will not function properly) • the battery will not be charged • the A/C compressor will not run and • power assistance for the steering will be lost. Brake warning light This light will come on if there is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir (see pages 196). If the ABS warning light is on at the same time, the ABS system may be inoperative because of a fault (see "Anti-lock brake warning", page 60). NOTICE The car should be checked immediately at a workshop to prevent more serious faults from arising. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. WARNING • Never drive the car when this warning lights is on. Danger of brake failure! • If the level of brake fluid in the reservoir is below the MIN mark, the car should be towed to a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab workshop. • Have the brake system checked at once by a workshop. We recommend that you contact an authorized Saab dealer. Warning, oil pressure (engine oil) This light will come on if the engine oil pressure is dangerously low. If the light flashes or comes on while you are driving, stop the car, switch off the engine and check the engine oil level (see page 194). NOTICE Under no circumstances must the car be driven when this warning light is on. Low oil pressure can result in serious engine damage.