Is there an ignition lock on a Saab?
Protection against theft of the car itself is equally comprehensive. Of course, There is no mechanical ignition lock to break (Saab 9-3) and the engine requires a unique rolling code from the electronic key to start. Furthermore, the electronic steering wheel lock will only open with the correct key code.
When did the Saab 9-3 steering CIM get replaced?
They have replaced a steering cim (?) and, after the latest incident, on June 2, 2009, the ignition switch. Nonetheless, on June 7, 2009, the condition occurred again.
What does the electronic key on a Saab 9-3 do?
Electronic key – remotely operates the central locking. Rolling digital codes make it virtually impossible for an unauthorised person to copy the code of your electronic key . The theft protection of the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 has attracted considerable praise.
What was the problem with my Saab 9-3?
Airbag failed to deploy, driver suffered facial and teeth damage. The contact owns a 2003 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that the key refused to turn to the on position and a steering wheel lock malfunction message appeared. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.
How to fix steering lock on Saab 9-3?
Put the key in the ignition and take it out for your cockpit lights to turn on and then insert key once again to start the car. I typically wait for the red security light on the dash to stop blinking before starting just to give the car time to process the key. NOT A PERMANENT FIX but works until you can get the problem looked at.
Airbag failed to deploy, driver suffered facial and teeth damage. The contact owns a 2003 SAAB 9-3. The contact stated that the key refused to turn to the on position and a steering wheel lock malfunction message appeared. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.
What to do if your Saab key won’t turn?
If you are in a place where it’s been very cold you can try warming the area up with a hair dryer. I Googled this “forum Saab 9-3 ignition switch”, without the quotes, and got lots and lots of hits, so it looks like the problem is frequent.
What to do if your steering lock malfunctions?
**UPDATE** MAKE SURE your driver door is open when unhooking the battery or you’re gonna be in for a long wait. Unhook the battery for about 3 seconds and hook it back up. Put the key in the ignition and take it out for your cockpit lights to turn on and then insert key once again to start the car.