Saab 96 - Introduction and Vehicle Overview; Preface and Company History

Preface
Dear Saab Owner.
It is a great pleasure to present you with this manual for
your Saab 96.
The Saab 96 is a high quality automobile, manufactur
ed to fulfill the greatest demands regarding quality and
performance.
However, no car will give proper satisfaction if not
correctly maintained, no matter how toell it is designed
and manufactured. Faulty driving technique and neglect
ed maintenance will spoil the good qualities of the car
and shorten its life. Particularly while tlie car is new, it
needs regular inspection and service by trained experts. By
reading this book and keeping it conveniently accessible,
you toill become familiar with your car and its qualities
and you xoill also be able to ensure that it receives all tlie
care it needs. The contents do not involve any obligations
concerning the equipment of the car, which may be sub
jected to modifications during the series production.
The first section of the manual, "Technical Data",
is a summary of specifications and performances. The
second part, "Description", provides brief information
about the construction of tlie car, its various systems and
equipment. The third section, "Operation and Mainte
nance"— the most important part — includes instructions
for running-in, general driving hints and directions re
garding the care and maintenance of the car. Since some of
the maintenance operations described are very important,
it is recommended that they be carried out preferably by
an approved service garage.
We are convinced that the contents of this booklet,
ivill be of benefit for your car, and that your Saab 96 will
give you the profit and pleasure expected from it.
Trollhattan in November 1960.
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