43Security
Tailgate, 9-5 SportWagon
The tailgate is not unlocked when the other
car doors are unlocked. The tailgate button
on the driver’s door is inoperative when the
car is locked or moving at a speed greater
than 2.7 mph (4 km/h).
Unlocking
The tailgate is unlocked using:
• The button on the key
• The tailgate switch on the inside of the dri-
ver’s door (if the car is unlocked and at a
standstill)
Remote unlocking is confirmed by the direc-
tion indicators flashing three times.
Locking
The tailgate is locked using:
• The button on the key
• The button on the centre console
• The key in the driver’s door.
• When vehicle speed exceeds 2 mph
(4 km/h).
Electronic starting interlock
(immobilizer)
Each time the key is removed from the igni-
tion, the electronic starting interlock is acti-
vated and the car is thus immobilized, see
also page 45.
Reprogramming lock system
functions
Certain lock system functions can be repro-
grammed by your authorized Saab dealer;
see page 264.
NOTICE
Use the grab handle to assist in closing
the tailgate.
Avoid the following, due to the risk of lock
mechanism damage when the tailgate is
closed.
• Never grasp the lock mechanism as
this can lock the mechanism.
• Never close the lock mechanism
manually.
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Grab handle