When did Haynes replace ISM on Saab 9-3?
So, equipped with a Haynes “Saab 9-3 Sept 2007 to 2011 Owners Workshop Manual”, a set of star shaped screwdrivers, and a camera to record all the steps, as well as a pile of clear plastic bags to put the screws in and label them (they are all subtly different in size, thread and length), I set about to replace the ISM with a unit I bought on eBay.
What kind of car is the Saab 9-3?
Every Manual available online – found by our community and shared for FREE. Enjoy! The Saab 9-3 is a compact executive car produced by the Swedish automaker Saab Automobile. The 9-3 is Saab’s only model, offered as a saloon, and will be available in three different body styles: saloon, estate and convertible.
Where is the CIM located on a Saab 9-3?
The CIM (Column Integration Module) is located inside the steering wheel. It is the security centre and controls the central locking, ignition, immobilisation, steering lock etc. Both of these could be the culprit.
Is there a parasitic battery drain on a Saab 9-3?
I have a parasitic battery drain in my 2004 SAAB 9-3 also. Battery drains over 3-4 days (intermittent fault…sometimes it doesnt) and the battery does recharge and check good at the auto parts store…so I suspect something else. I cannot find it but came across something quite interesting.
Are there any changes to the Saab 9-3?
Saab announced that 1,100 changes were made for the Saab 9-3, including sleeker styling, an improved suspension, and upgraded safety features. All U.S. Saab 9-3s featured turbocharged engines as standard.
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.
The CIM (Column Integration Module) is located inside the steering wheel. It is the security centre and controls the central locking, ignition, immobilisation, steering lock etc. Both of these could be the culprit.
When did the Saab 9-3 Thunderbolt come out?
Saab manufactured over 326,000 first generation 9-3s from 1998-2002. From 1999-2002 Saab produced a high powered version of the Saab 9-3 called the Viggen. The Viggen, or “thunderbolt”, was named after the Saab 37 Viggen fighter jet and came with a turbocharged 2.3 L engine.