Saab 9-4X Owner Manual - 2011
1-22 In Brief
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Using the DIC MENU button and
thumbwheel on the turn signal
lever, display OIL LIFE
REMAINING on the DIC. See
Driver Information Center (DIC)
on page 5‑29 and Engine Oil
Messages on page 5‑37.
2. Press the SET/CLR button to
reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life
display accidentally at any time
other than after the oil is
changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil
change.
The oil life system can also be reset
as follows:
1. Turn the ignition on with the
engine off.
2. Fully press and release the
accelerator pedal three times
within five seconds.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message is not on, the
system is reset.
See Engine Oil Life System on
page 10‑14.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel
mileage. Here are some driving tips
to get the best fuel economy
possible.
.
Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly.
.
Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
.
Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
.
When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use
cruise control.
.
Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
conditions require.
.
Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
.
Combine several trips into a
single trip.
.
Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number
molded into the tire's sidewall
near the size.
.
Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-852-9001.
TTY Users (U.S.): 1-866-612-0380.
Canada: 1-800-567-4555.
As the owner of a new Saab, you
are automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program.
See Roadside Assistance Program
on page 13‑4 for more information.