Saab 9 5 FL I 1 owners manual page 247

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95_US_MY09.book Page 247 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Car care and technical information 247 2 Clean the underside of the car during 4 Inspect the undercoating and touch For long trips the winter. Use high pressure water to up if necessary. Pay particular atten- clean the car’s underside (floor panels, tion to the fenders and wheel housings, Before setting off on a long journey, it is wheel wells) at least at mid- winter and which are exposed to abrasion by flying advisable to have your car checked over by in the spring. gravel, etc. If the composition has worn your Saab dealer. 3 Inspect the car frequently for leaks or or flaked off, the steel must be thor-Obtain a few important items to take along damage, and arrange for needed oughly cleaned and dried before a fresh on your journey such as spare bulbs, wiper repairs promptly. After washing or after coat is applied. The cleaning is best blades, fuses, a Poly-V-belt and the like. heavy rain, check for leaks. When wash-done with a scraper and a steel wire You can check some points yourself before- ing the car inspect body surfaces for brush, followed by washing with solvent. hand: paint damage. While checking for leaks, Apply the new coating thinly, as other- lift the floor mats and check beneath wise it may run off or fall off when dry.• Make sure that the engine is in good them. Water can collect in these areas condition. and remain for prolonged periods. Dry • Check that no oil or gasoline leaks out of any wet areas including the floor mats. the engine or gearbox/transmission. Have leaks repaired as soon as possi- ble. • Check the coolant and power steering Use touch-up paint to repair small fluid levels. Check also for leaks. scratches or minor finish damage. Areas • Inspect the Poly-V-belt and replace it if it where metal is exposed will rust quickly shows any signs of hard wear. and MUST be repaired immediately by touch-up or professional repainting. • Check the battery charge. Rust must be removed, the bare metal • Check the tires for tread pattern and air primed and painted. Major body pressure, including the compact spare damage should be repaired immediately wheel. and new panels or exposed areas should be undercoated with anti- corro- • Check the brakes. sion material. • Check all bulbs. Repairs of this type are the owner’s responsibility and are not covered under • Check for the presence of the tool kit and warranty. the jack in the car.

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