Why is my Saab 9 3 convertible roof not working?
My 10 plate stopped mid cycle once and blew a fuse, leaving roof half open. Replaced fuse and no probs since, so suggest check fuses under bonnet. firstly, dig out the owners handbook and find the section on fuses/fusebox and check the fuse for the roof is OK. also check if the relay is clicking. May be the relay and or fuse has burnt out.
Is there a warranty on a Saab 9 3?
I’ve got a two and a half year old Saab 9 3 Convertible, there’s no warranty available anymore since SAAB UK went into administration and it’s not working. The SID display says that only manual operation is available. The rear heated windscreen button lights up for a minute if that when I turn it on then goes off.
How much does a stealership for a Saab cost?
FYI we also run a MR2 convertible and the differences in price between a stealership and good independent can be vast. had a 02 sensor fail, the stealership wanted £53.00 just to diagnose this, with the 02 sensor and resetting the fault codes it would have cost £330.00.
Is the convertible roof on a Saab 93 Bad?
SOURCE: Saab 93 convertible roof won’t open Your tonneau motor is probably bad, though reprogramming the limits may fix it. You will need the factory tool, unfortunately. There is a lot of information on this webpage. Be sure to read the information relating to updates on 1995 models.
I’ve got a two and a half year old Saab 9 3 Convertible, there’s no warranty available anymore since SAAB UK went into administration and it’s not working. The SID display says that only manual operation is available. The rear heated windscreen button lights up for a minute if that when I turn it on then goes off.
FYI we also run a MR2 convertible and the differences in price between a stealership and good independent can be vast. had a 02 sensor fail, the stealership wanted £53.00 just to diagnose this, with the 02 sensor and resetting the fault codes it would have cost £330.00.
How does the soft top work on a Saab 9-3 cabriolet?
The guide straps (10, 11) are screwed to the reinforcing bow (6) and blind riveted to the fourth (7) and fifth (8) bows as well as the rear window frame attaching linkage. The guide straps (10, 11) control the fourth (7) and fifth (8) bows while the soft top is being operated and also secure the soft top when it is raised.
Is the 1999 Saab 9-3 4 DR SE fast?
1999 Saab 9-3 4 Dr Se Turbo Hatchback — Performance: 2.2TiD (From Vauxhall) certainly is not fast. Not slow once in the Turbo boost (2k-3k revs) sluggish when just under engines own power (1k-2k revs) Brakes very good, Handles Ok, I would describe it as safe.
Is there a problem with my Saab 9-3 Areo convertible?
I have been the proud owner of a Saab 9-3 Areo Convertible 2002 (52 plate) model (without folding rear seats or ski hatch) for the last 3 years. Recently a problem has occured with the roof mechanism and before I submit myself to the mercy of the nearest Saab dealer, I am seeking some advice.
How do you fix a Saab 9-3 roof problem?
I can turn off the engine and then manually lift the lid, then restart the engine and whilst my wife holds the lid up vertically, select the switch to lower and the roof then continues as normal – with the exception that the lid falls slightly faster than it would normally at the end. The lid locks correctly at the end of the sequence.
Where is the sheared pin on a Saab 9-3?
Remove the boot lining/cover up by the boot lid hinges. You will see a torsion bar behind, with a link at the right hand side. In a groove near the transition is a rubber grommet intended to keep the pin in position. Pop this out and the sheared pin will be visible.
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.
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.
Where was the Saab 9-3 Viggen hatchback 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.
Where are spark plugs located on a Saab 9-3?
The non-turbo models use a distributor, and leads to each spark plug, while the turbocharged engines utilise Saab’s Trionic engine management system with a Direct Ignition Module (or cassette) mounted at the top of the engine, directly connecting to the spark plugs.
My 10 plate stopped mid cycle once and blew a fuse, leaving roof half open. Replaced fuse and no probs since, so suggest check fuses under bonnet. firstly, dig out the owners handbook and find the section on fuses/fusebox and check the fuse for the roof is OK. also check if the relay is clicking. May be the relay and or fuse has burnt out.