Why is the sid-2 on my Saab 900se not working?
SID-2 in a 1995 Saab 900SE, showing check warning and some pixel failure. Saab Information Displays from 1994–2003 commonly suffer from an electrical system failure that results in some or all of the on-screen liquid crystal display (LCD) pixel lines becoming invisible, rendering the SID difficult to read or, in some cases, entirely unusable.
Why are the pixels on my Saab 9-3 NOT working?
SAAB 9-3 and 9-5 models all have the very common LCD display failure on the SID and the AC unit, which ends up in missing or fading pixels on the screen. Single pixels or complete lines of pixels have disappeared. Climete contrul unit, SID1 or SID2 displays are difficult or impossible to read.
Is the Saab 9-2X an authentic SID?
The 2005 – 2006 Saab 9-2X did not feature an authentic SID, having a less feature-rich Subaru unit instead as it was basically a rebadged 2nd generation Subaru Impreza with some styling changes. This section does not cite any sources. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources.
How does stability control work on a Saab?
The stability control system uses the abs wheel speed sensors to detect when a wheel is losing traction and would presumably apply the brake on that wheel to maintain traction. The system is the Vauxhall (GM’s British operation) version of a traction control system further refined by Saab’s engineers.
Are there any problems with the Saab 9-3 Aero?
Case Details: loss of power and the smell of hot coolant is often noticeable when the engine is turned off. All fluid levels are fine. The symptoms described are typical of a failing turbocharger. This usually happens with the intercooler or the oiling system within the turbo. The unit will have to be either overhauled or replaced.
What does low oil pressure, turn off car light mean on Saab 9-3 Aero?
The “Low Oil Pressure, Turn Off Car” light comes on intermittently on a Saab 9-3 Aero until the engine is fully warm. What is wrong? Case Details: loss of power and the smell of hot coolant is often noticeable when the engine is turned off.
When did the Saab 9-3 Viggen come out?
Only 4,600 Saab 9-3 Viggens were made. 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.
What kind of bus system does a Saab 9-3 have?
All Saab 9-3 from M01 are equipped with the Trionic T7 engine management system. The bus system is therefore almost identical to the one fitted on the 9-5. The bus system on diesel cars with EDC15 and diesel pump is unchanged from M98 1/2 and on cars with PSG 16 from M01 1/2.
Why is my Saab Information Display not working?
Saab Information Displays from 1994–2003 commonly suffer from an electrical system failure that results in some or all of the on-screen liquid crystal display (LCD) pixel lines becoming invisible, rendering the SID difficult to read or, in some cases, entirely unusable.
What causes a pixel failure on a Saab Sid?
This LCD pixel failure is due to the ribbon cable, which can be done DIY. No soldering involved, no special tools needed, only some ordinary tools that can be found at home in every household. This is an uncut video that shows the Saab sid LCD display pixel repair. Great instructions manual with silver ribbon/flat cable:
How to see live engine data in your Saab 9-5 Aero?
This video shows the procedure in Saab 9-5 Aero from 2002. OpenSID allows you to see live engine data in your information display, which allows you to read fault codes, boost pressure and much more. The entire DIY guide did a team of Saab enthusiasts from known Trionic Seven: For Saab Enthusiasts channel.
SID-2 in a 1995 Saab 900SE, showing check warning and some pixel failure. Saab Information Displays from 1994–2003 commonly suffer from an electrical system failure that results in some or all of the on-screen liquid crystal display (LCD) pixel lines becoming invisible, rendering the SID difficult to read or, in some cases, entirely unusable.
Saab Information Displays from 1994–2003 commonly suffer from an electrical system failure that results in some or all of the on-screen liquid crystal display (LCD) pixel lines becoming invisible, rendering the SID difficult to read or, in some cases, entirely unusable.
Where is the audio system located in a Saab?
The Saab Audio system can be operated using the steering wheel controls (certain variants only) and the control panel. The control panel is linked to the Saab Infor- mation Display (SID), which is located above the main unit in the instrument panel. System overview
This LCD pixel failure is due to the ribbon cable, which can be done DIY. No soldering involved, no special tools needed, only some ordinary tools that can be found at home in every household. This is an uncut video that shows the Saab sid LCD display pixel repair. Great instructions manual with silver ribbon/flat cable: