When did they stop making the Saab 9-3?

In 2013-2014, an unsuccessful attempt was made to resume the production of 9-3 sedans, after which the company lost the rights to the Saab brand.

When did the first Saab car come out?

The car company SAAB was created in 1945 by the Swedish aviation concern SAAB AB, the first car of the brand, Saab 92, stood on the conveyor in 1949. Subsequently, the company merged with the Scania truck manufacturer, and by 2000 had passed under the control of the General Motors concern.

What kind of engine does Saab 93 TTiD 180 have?

Saab 93 ttid 180 aero estate 61 plate 58,000miles. Have recently noticed a heavy vibration under heavy acceleration at low revs in high gear, normaly 5th or 6th. It doesn’t do it when accelerating hard in the lower gears.

What to do if your Saab has a problem?

You need to check that the EGR valve is operating fully. Also check the inlet manifold to see if the swirl flap control arm has detached itself. Saab 93 ttid 180 aero estate 61 plate 58,000miles. Have recently noticed a heavy vibration under heavy acceleration at low revs in high gear, normaly 5th or 6th.

Why does my Saab 9-3 engine not start?

It really can get that one last start out of it. There are a lot of issues that can cause your 9-3 to crank, but not start. The engine needs air, fuel, and a spark in order to run. It is highly likely that if the engine is cranking, but not starting that it has thrown an OBDII code.

When did the Saab 9-3 anniversary convertible come out?

Saab 9-3 Anniversary convertible (Australia) The first generation 9-3, an updated Saab 900 (NG) was launched in 1998 for the 1999 model year. It was known to enthusiasts as the OG 9-3 (old generation) and internally as body style 9400. It continued as a full line through the 2002 model year.

What kind of platform does the Saab 9-3 have?

The 9-3 was first based on the GM2900 platform and subsequently changed to the GM Epsilon platform. Other vehicles using this platform included the Opel Vectra and Cadillac BLS. Saab’s last owners, National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS) were assembling the 9-3 sedan (saloon) as Saab’s only model.

When did Saab start using Trionic 7 engine management system?

The cars were equipped with a higher capacity intercooler, performance tuned ECU, flow through muffler and tip, heavy duty clutch and pressure plate, stiffened and lowered springs, firmer dampers, as well as stronger CV joints and driveshafts. In 1999, the Viggen was the first 9-3 to use Saab’s Trionic 7 engine management system.

In 2013-2014, an unsuccessful attempt was made to resume the production of 9-3 sedans, after which the company lost the rights to the Saab brand.

Which is the first car of the Saab brand?

SAAB Car Manuals PDF & Wiring Diagrams above the page – 9-3, 9-7, Sonnet, 9-2, 9-5, 9000; SAAB EWD s; SAAB Fault Codes DTC . The car company SAAB was created in 1945 by the Swedish aviation concern SAAB AB, the first car of the brand, Saab 92, stood on the conveyor in 1949.

Is there a leak in the footwell of my Saab?

I have however noticed a long pipe/outlet-type gutter above the footwell which seems to be damp, so not sure if it’s coming out of there – the heater has been making a sort of dripping sound recently from that side, but only intermittently. It looks like this is part of the heater or air con. The heater is working fine though at the moment.

What’s the problem with my bay horse Saab?

Bay Horse Saab is just down the road so I may have to call them quickly!! Hi, it may be a drain that is blocked, I believe it’s the air intake for the heater-which may explain the dripping noise from the heater.

How does electronic control work on a Saab 9-3?

It is controlled by its own electronic control module which works together with the ECM, TCM and ABS/ESP control modules. For the driver, this means maximum traction and strong, even acceleration with unnoticeable shifting of the drive torque between the wheels.

What kind of fuel does a Saab 9-3 use?

The Saab 9-3’s also used Saab Automobiles unique fuel system Saab Biopower. Introduced in 2007 it uses ethanol/petrol mixes with up to 85% ethanol (E85). Together with a turbo the engine and the fuel system can take advantage of the higher octane levels in the ethanol and that way achieve an increase in engine capacity.

Are there wiring diagrams for the 1992 Saab 9000?

Hi Guys I have all the wiring diagrams for 1992 Saab 9000 as per a workshop manual that mechanics use. so feel free to email me/ask for them so i can send you what you need..

Is there a Repair Manual for a Saab 9-3 Turbo?

Our most popular manual is the Saab Saab 9-3 Saab 9 3 2000 Workshop Manual Convertible 2.0L Turbo . This (like all of our manuals) is available to download for free in PDF format. How to download a Saab 9-3 Repair Manual (for any year)

When did the second generation Saab 9-3 come out?

Saab manufactured the second generation 9-3 from 2002-2012, and once again they modified many of the Saab 9-3 parts. Safety features were upgraded, the hatchback design was eliminated, and a new 2.0L straight-4 engine was added.

Hi Guys I have all the wiring diagrams for 1992 Saab 9000 as per a workshop manual that mechanics use. so feel free to email me/ask for them so i can send you what you need..

What kind of locking system does a Saab have?

The car is fitted with a central locking system as standard, in which TWICE con- trols the central locking system motors. The central locking system can be oper- ated with a remote control unit, a key in the driver or passenger door or with a switch in the centre console.

What kind of transmission does a Saab 9-3 have?

The 175 hp (130 kW) version (2.0t) was standard in U.S. market Linear or non-U.S. market Vector form, mated with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed ‘Sentronic’ which is a traditional automatic, not to be confused with SAAB’s earlier ‘Sensonic’ which was a manual transmission which allowed for shifting without a clutch pedal.

How many horsepower does a Saab inline four have?

There are three different versions of the turbocharged inline-four, with the amount of turbo boost determining the power output. The 150 hp (112 kW) version (1.8t) was standard in the non-U.S. market Linear form (trim-level).

What is the top speed of a Saab 9-3 convertible?

Color-keyed with metallic colors, it integrates the front and rear passenger areas and visually unites the only top exterior surfaces that ‘come inside’ when the top is up. Hydraulically-powered, triple layer roof. Automatic self-latching to the windshield header and deploys fully in just 20 seconds. Among fastest in its class.

How to test the fan on a Saab 900?

Use Fuse Taps (from RadioShack etc.) or similar flat contacts in the relay socket to avoid damage to the socket. To measure the fan current, put a meter set to a 20-amp range in series with the test leads, across contacts 30 and 87. It is safer to test the fan curent with engine off:

Why is the low speed fan not working on my Saab?

If the fan never comes on after the engine is shut off, the low speed circuit may not be working. If the fan resistor burns out, or if the low fan speed circuit fails for other reasons, the fan will continue to cycle on the high setting to cool the engine, but the coolant (and engine) temperature will run about 10-15 degrees C high.

When does the radiator fan run on low or high?

Regardless of whether the fan is cycling on low or high, the gauge will stay at 9 o’clock. The cooling fan runs on Low when the coolant temperature is over 100C, and High when over 113C.

What kind of coolant does a Saab 9-3 use?

The picture below is for a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc and also shows the flow direction of the coolant in the system (in case you were curious): This job will require disconnecting components above and below the engine compartment such as air hoses, the radiator fan cowling and the intercooler and condenser attached to the radiator.

Where is the radiator located on a Saab?

For those that aren’t familiar with vehicle cooling systems the radiator is usually found in the front of the car behind the grill and front bumper, and in front of the radiator fan. The picture below is for a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc and also shows the flow direction of the coolant in the system (in case you were curious):

What’s the gas mileage on a Saab 9-5?

Gas mileage is a rather complex story. The empirical mileage from the MY2000 9-5 we had, 2.0t 150hp, stage 1 (215hp/353Nm!) was approx. 10% increase on highway, 0% mixed and 20% decreased city (living in a hilly area, being “lightfooted on the pedal”). Enjoy!

What’s the stage 1 upgrade on a Saab World?

New companies in the mid west are JZW, BCB, or Vtuner in the east and a host of others like Miked. A stage 1 will move you up about 30/40 horses. I have the 2.0t. With the low-pressure engine is the Maptune improvement of performance just a little sharper than BSRs, maybe most obvious with regard to torque over a band.

Where was the Saab 9-3 Viggen convertible made?

As with the preceding generation, convertibles were built by Valmet in Uusikaupunki, Finland. Valmet was also the only plant assembling the 9-3 Viggen, in all three bodystyles. After production at Saab’s main plant ended, Valmet kept producing non-Viggen hatchbacks until 2003. Altogether, Valmet built 7789 Hatchbacks of all models.

Why does my 2001 Saab won’t start?

My 2001 saab won’t start sometimes or even turn over. All the gauges and the radio come on but that’s it and now my buttons on my key won’t even work and there is a dinging sound that won’t go off while the door is open and the light doesn’t dim ON when you pull the key out of the ignition ( it used to do this) Any ideas of what is going on?

How many warning lights are there on a Saab?

Click a link to learn more about each one. They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are over 30 of them, so search carefully!

What happens when you turn over a Saab 900?

Once turned over, the car would idle normally for a few seconds, hanging around the 1K RPM mark. After that, it was start to stagger and begin stalling. If you applied some throttle, you could delay the car dying totally for a couple more seconds, but it was obvious that it had less and less effect.

Is the fuel pump on the bottom of the Saab 900?

For what it’s worth, I did find an ’89 SAAB 900 n/a fuel pump and after checking eeuroparts.com, it appears that’s on the same compatibility list as my 900. It looks like it’s complete, except for possibly a fitting that’s on the bottom of the assembly.

What is the AMM on a Saab 900?

The AMM is the Air Mass Meter, also known as the Air Flow Meter, the unit that snaps on between the air filter and the intake manifold. The fuel for any CIS system is controled by the position of a rod inside the fuel control head.

Where is the fuse box on a Saab 9-3?

It is located behind the cover on the driver’s side of the instrument panel. Two fuse boxes are located near the battery. The fuse box is located behind the cover on the left side of the trunk. Amp. Amp.

How to reset service light on Saab 9-3?

Switch On the ignition. Depress & release the CLEAR button. Reset by push the CLEAR button & hold down button for at least eight seconds, until ”SERVICE” warning light appears on the display and a chime sounds. When the warning light SERVICE will appear in the display after two bleeps.

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