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25 February 2018
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I get pretty good images from google search...
I get pretty good images from google search using:
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25 February 2018
Thread: Challenging mind teaser with my 2001 9-3
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I presume the chimes are working on the seatbelt...
I presume the chimes are working on the seatbelt warning function.
I think you have to remove the SID to access them on a SAAB 9-3. Don't Drop the Red Lense !
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25 February 2018
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My procedure differs, and I think it requires...
My procedure differs, and I think it requires less fluid and less frenzy.
It is best to lift the vehicle front so little or no resistance occurs. Use back wheel chocks and parking brake. Or,... -
25 February 2018
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So the oil near the brake calipers had absorbed...
So the oil near the brake calipers had absorbed some moisture and allowed rust to develop. Thus, the rust color.
This was good fortune in disguise, since it prompted you to flush the rusty, water... -
25 February 2018
Thread: Power steering leak at the reservoir cap
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That metal looks like it has three waves in it....
That metal looks like it has three waves in it. That would mean it is a compression spring. Any comments?
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25 February 2018
Thread: Bad idea to take apart tail light?
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I tried to find the replacement LED components...
I tried to find the replacement LED components for my light bar - frustrating. Anyway, my circuit board seemed to have some bad through-holes. After applying solder, the bar worked for another year. ...
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25 February 2018
Thread: Outside Air Temperature sensor replacement
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What is your model and year? Duh! Never mind. . .
What is your model and year? Duh! Never mind. . .
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25 February 2018
Thread: Faulty Coolant Temperature Sensor
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SAABs typically have only one coolant temperature...
SAABs typically have only one coolant temperature sensor. The computer uses this for all decisions, as well as driving the temperature gage.
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25 February 2018
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Saab uses a single coolant sensor. The engine...
Saab uses a single coolant sensor. The engine computer uses it to drive the temperature gage, and also to adjust when to use Cold/Rich and Warm/Stoichiometric. If the dashboard temperature always...
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25 February 2018
Thread: DIY - fixing of LED light bar
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On my 2000 saab 9-5, The overhead brake light is...
On my 2000 saab 9-5, The overhead brake light is an LED strip. This has an active transistor circuit in parallel with the LED load. This circuit simulates the behavior of an incandescent bulb in the...
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25 February 2018
Thread: Reverse light not working.
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AT ONE SIR, I have two reverse lenses and bulbs....
AT ONE SIR,
I have two reverse lenses and bulbs. You really only have one clear uncolored lense? -
25 February 2018
Thread: Burping coolant from overflow tank.
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"It doesn't matter if I fill the coolant tank or...
"It doesn't matter if I fill the coolant tank or if I drive when it's empty." :o Oh No! :roll: Always keep coolant levels between the Cold and Hot marks! Especially when you have leaks!
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25 February 2018
Thread: Vacuum lines and o2 sensor
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The DIC can be sensitive to loose connections...
The DIC can be sensitive to loose connections onto the battery. My battery terminals had been replaced with aftermarket connectors. The cables were corroded and slightly loose inside the connectors....
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25 February 2018
Thread: No Reverse Sensor
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I think this requires the fuse to be ok, but the...
I think this requires the fuse to be ok, but the reverse light bulbs are not needed to get the passenger mirror to shift in reverse. Sorry to hear about the fuse tool :-(
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25 February 2018
Thread: Reverse light not working.
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I wonder how ile2010 solved that issue? . . .
I wonder how ile2010 solved that issue? . . .
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25 February 2018
Thread: Reverse lights not working
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larryE8778, On my 2000 9-5, this automatic...
larryE8778,
On my 2000 9-5, this automatic transmission position sensor switch (Neutral Safety Switch) is between the transmission and the battery. When I replaced mine, I had to remove both the... -
25 February 2018
Thread: Reverse lights do not work
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Erroneous bulb error on 9-5
Saabaca, on my 2000 9-5, the problem was Cold Solder Junctions inside a bright orange relay, under the hood. Apparently, this relay is activated during lamp tests.
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14 November 2016
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DIY brake light repair
My LED strip has been intermittantly causing a "Rear Brake Light Failure" warning on the SID for some months. It also winked off or on sometimes. I resoldered the surface mount resistors and leads...
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09 November 2016
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Another source of oil leak is from the oil pump...
Another source of oil leak is from the oil pump seals. This is accessible through the passenger side wheel well.
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20 September 2016
Thread: What size bulb for cigarette lighter?
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I found a source of 6mm wide LED T5s that could...
I found a source of 6mm wide LED T5s that could be modified to fit. I cut out one side of the plastic base and turned the tiny PCB sideways to aim at the negative terminal. The supplier is not...
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15 September 2016
Thread: Scratched instrument panel Buttons
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Thanks, I have popped it out many times to...
Thanks, I have popped it out many times to replace light bulbs.
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15 September 2016
Thread: Transmission Issues - Wont engage Gear
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P0720 Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction...
P0720 Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction
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15 September 2016
Thread: Transmission Issues - Wont engage Gear
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Assuming you have an automatic: P0702 is a code...
Assuming you have an automatic:
P0702 is a code for a failed "sanity check". The Transmission speed sensor and the Crankshaft position sensor signals are not realistic in comparison.
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15 September 2016
Thread: Spark Plug Help - 2004 9-5 ARC
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The Iridium tips last alot longer than platinum...
The Iridium tips last alot longer than platinum tips, also the Iridium plugs have a platinum coated ground electrode, so that also is more durable.
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15 September 2016
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I found that part of my rubber trim was...
I found that part of my rubber trim was reattached with super glue in the past. This repair was brittle and failed again when I replaced my jalousie. To resolve this, I scraped off the brittle glue...
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