Hello, a grateful newbie to list. Owned a 2001 9.5 v6 3 SE wagon since 2005 has approx. 93k miles. I discovered the saablink last fall when I became disenchanted with our dealer @ 88k when the well maintained vehicle was victimized by a ram and run while parked resulting not only in expected body work but also tranny issues. The dealer who sold and maitained the car would not defend the status of the transmission for insurance verification. Did I see a clear fluid dripping from the side of their mouth at the thought of dropping a new transmission into this car? I quickly re-discovered an independent who used to work on our "bricks." I persisted and insisted finally got the insurance company to put in a used transmission and guarantee for however long I own the car. A big compromise but better than nothing; I have 8 months and 8,000 miles on it and counting.
In discovering your forum, I hope, with your insight, and the help of my (handy) man, to gain a greater knowledge and become more capable in performing some of the fixes rather than running it to my trusty indie. without reason. Thanks you, collectively.
Our first foray into the world of saab repair was two weeks ago, though I didn't have time to become a member I researched to discover what was causing the alarm siren to blare erratically. I had been told by the dealer that I would need a new "computer." No mention was made regarding the condition of the alarm siren module, let alone, the two backup batteries inside. We ordered the proper solder pin batts. and two back-ups (minimum $) We checked your illustrious site for details and procedure. We discovered that our module was of course post 1999 which meant no quick fix, it was the glued pvc casing rather than 6 simple screws. As designers (and doers) we were lucky to have soldering iron, dremel, and even better and more precise, a coping saw! We found the later to be indispensable for this job.
Strangely (!), the casing had the loci for the screws, so when it was time to re-assemble, we used screws and a bead of sealant. Tragedy averted, no more incessant, untimely screams for attention. A thousand thank yous.
We recently began experiencing symptoms of throttle body failure. We did have our 90,000 mile service done by indie. They were thorough, new plugs,..., cleaned throttle body, etc. The symptoms were intermittent, at first I thought it was bad gas (with premium at almost 4.50 a gallon "it's" all bad!) The temps. have just hit the 80's and I noticed the symptoms again.
Is the throttle body replacement a job for the indie or is this something we can do? I don't think it is cleaning that is required as that was done recently for 90k. Do I need a reality check as we have so little experience. I want a remedy, don't want to stall and put lives in jeopardy. Suggestions?
And, I've noticed a creaking sound at low rpms when turning (steering) wheel. Not a squeak, not a groan but a deep creak. What now?
Thanks in advance.
In discovering your forum, I hope, with your insight, and the help of my (handy) man, to gain a greater knowledge and become more capable in performing some of the fixes rather than running it to my trusty indie. without reason. Thanks you, collectively.
Our first foray into the world of saab repair was two weeks ago, though I didn't have time to become a member I researched to discover what was causing the alarm siren to blare erratically. I had been told by the dealer that I would need a new "computer." No mention was made regarding the condition of the alarm siren module, let alone, the two backup batteries inside. We ordered the proper solder pin batts. and two back-ups (minimum $) We checked your illustrious site for details and procedure. We discovered that our module was of course post 1999 which meant no quick fix, it was the glued pvc casing rather than 6 simple screws. As designers (and doers) we were lucky to have soldering iron, dremel, and even better and more precise, a coping saw! We found the later to be indispensable for this job.
Strangely (!), the casing had the loci for the screws, so when it was time to re-assemble, we used screws and a bead of sealant. Tragedy averted, no more incessant, untimely screams for attention. A thousand thank yous.
We recently began experiencing symptoms of throttle body failure. We did have our 90,000 mile service done by indie. They were thorough, new plugs,..., cleaned throttle body, etc. The symptoms were intermittent, at first I thought it was bad gas (with premium at almost 4.50 a gallon "it's" all bad!) The temps. have just hit the 80's and I noticed the symptoms again.
Is the throttle body replacement a job for the indie or is this something we can do? I don't think it is cleaning that is required as that was done recently for 90k. Do I need a reality check as we have so little experience. I want a remedy, don't want to stall and put lives in jeopardy. Suggestions?
And, I've noticed a creaking sound at low rpms when turning (steering) wheel. Not a squeak, not a groan but a deep creak. What now?
Thanks in advance.