Where is the ECU located on a Saab 9-5?
This is how to replace or remove the Engine Control Unit (ECU, or Engine Control Module, ECM) in a Saab 9-5. Please note that if your car is a right-hand drive version, the ECU is located on the left side of the vehicle. These instructions do not apply to the Saab 9-3 since the ECU is instead located behind the glovebox.
What is the fault code on a Saab 9-3 engine?
A diagnostics check will usually return a fault code of P0601 – Internal Control Module Malfunction, if you have this fault code stored then your Saab 9-3 engine ECU is most definitely faulty. We are able to fully test and rebuild your own unit with an unlimited mileage lifetime warranty.
Is there such a thing as an ECU replacement?
ECU Replacement Nightmare! Help Guys! My beloved 2007 9-3 started to misfire badly, so took her to mechanic and after a through check (Error code P02450 his conclusion was ECU failure. I proceeded to search for a pre-own ECU replacement but the local garage guy said after replacing the ECU need to reprogram with Tech 2.
What happens when you disconnect the battery on a Saab?
Not Tech 2 programming, but anytime you disconnect the battery, central locking needs to be re-synched to the remote fobs and to make sure you can use it when you need it, all the fobs need to be run through the ignition switch and cycled.
This is how to replace or remove the Engine Control Unit (ECU, or Engine Control Module, ECM) in a Saab 9-5. Please note that if your car is a right-hand drive version, the ECU is located on the left side of the vehicle. These instructions do not apply to the Saab 9-3 since the ECU is instead located behind the glovebox.
A diagnostics check will usually return a fault code of P0601 – Internal Control Module Malfunction, if you have this fault code stored then your Saab 9-3 engine ECU is most definitely faulty. We are able to fully test and rebuild your own unit with an unlimited mileage lifetime warranty.
Can a Saab ECM be married to a car?
You also have to make sure that the ECU or ECM you are putting in comes from a car with the same Engine, Transmission, and Year. The Vin should look similar and the closer the better according to this SAAB mechanic I spoke with. My question is. Does the donor ECU have to be divorced from the donor Saab prior marrying it with your car?
Not Tech 2 programming, but anytime you disconnect the battery, central locking needs to be re-synched to the remote fobs and to make sure you can use it when you need it, all the fobs need to be run through the ignition switch and cycled.
How to send Saab 9-3 engine ECU repair?
Print the payment/booking confirmation email. Package the Saab 9-3 engine ECU inside a sturdy box with plenty of packaging material (make sure you include your confirmation email in the box). Send us your package by tracked courier (the shipping instructions are on the confirmation email).
What causes engine management light to come on on Saab 9-3?
This Saab 9-3 engine ECU is a common failure that causes the engine management light to come on followed by the engine cutting out when hot, the car will then fail to restart until the engine cools down again. The ECU fault will usually start out as intermittent but will become more permanent with time.
What kind of car is a Saab 9-3?
My current cars include a 2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X (Maptun Stage 4), 2003 Saab 9-3 (Maptun Stage 3+) and 2006 Saab 9-5 Wagon. Uploads every Wednesday and Saturday!