Date: Mon, 16 May 2005 21:30:17 +0100 From: "©Êrbnospam" <1nospamcommmode> Subject: Re: 9-3 Arc - Driver's Package... what is "wiring for hands-free phone"?
"Mark_Venture" <zano6nospamnet.nospam> wrote in message news:c9ff81pi6pv13egct33ffh3ddh255a8stnnospamcom... >I am looking at a new 9-3 Arc. Under Options Packages, it has... > > "DRIVER'S PACKAGE > > Includes red-walnut trim, 8-way power front seats with driver's-side > 3-position memory, power windows with express up and down and remote > opening, auto-dimming mirror with integrated garage door opener and > compass, 6-disc in-dash CD changer, wiring for hands-free phone, Saab > Park Assist System, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. " > > What is meant by the "wiring for hands-free phone" statement? > > Is that the setup for the On-Star/Verizon deal? or can you use an > existing phone (Bluetooth perhaps) with the car? > > I had a poke about under the dash of my 1999 9-3 which also boasts 'wiring for hands-free phone'. It seems to consist of an auxiliary socket which I presume is linked to the power and radio, so any hands-free kit would need to be either a genuine Saab one or at least compatible with that wiring adapter. Obviously time has marched on so it may be different on a new vehicle, but I doubt it! D :-)