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9-5
Brief Overview of Changes: 9-5
Saab 9-5
The following major revisions have been made
on the Saab 9-5 for model year 2002:
Engine
Engine variants
The following engine variants are available in the
U.S. market for the Saab 9-5 model year 2002:
• 2.3t Ecopower 185hp (207 ft. lbs. / 280Nm)
B235E (Linear)
• 3.0t Ecopower 200 hp (229 ft. lbs. / 310 Nm)
B308E (Arc)
• 2.3T Ecopower 250hp (258 ft. lbs./350Nm)
B235R (Aero)
Note
B235R and B308E must be run on high-octane
fuel (min. 92 AON) in order to deliver the
specified engine torque.
Electrical system
Charging system
New generator and new cooled battery.
Lighting system, Bi-Xenon
Bi-Xenon lighting is available as an option.
High pressure headlight washers
Headlight lenses are washed with high pressure
jets that replace the wash/wipe system.
Rain Sensing Wiper
A rain sensor is integrated into the wiper delay
function of DICE
Saab Parking Assistance system (SPA)
The Saab Parking Assistance system is designed
to inform the driver of an obstacle behind the car.
The system is operational when driving the car in
reverse.
Main instrument unit
New compact and lighter main instrument unit
with several enhancements, such as LEDs
instead of bulbs, has been introduced.
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
New 5-speed automatic transmission replaces
the previous 4-speed.
Brakes
Brake system
New master cylinders and power assisted brakes
on all models. Ventilated rear brake discs on
certain models.
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
This safety system governs the engine torque
and brake force to aid the driver during evasive
maneuvers.
Body
Exterior
New integrated front & rear bumpers.
Impact protection
Enhanced impact protection.
Airbag system
Highly developed system with 2-stage driver and
passenger airbags, front sensor.