Top 20 1991 Saab 9000 - Page 2 Questions & Answers

Common issue on ZF transmissions. Reverse clutch failed and the only way is overhaul/change transmission :(

If the starter is left in the engaged position ( trying to start the engine) the first thing to fail will be the pinion over-ride clutch and then the armature wires melt out and the starter is dead.. If it costs you a new starter motor that will be an expensive lesson for you to fix problems when they occur and not leave it for RON (lat-er -RON)

NO, these are put on cars to stop them from being stolen

try replacing the headlamp switch-cheers Denny

Cheers guys but it's not a key fob, it's a weird torpedo shaped device you press directly onto a small metal disc beneath the immobiliser light. It's an old L reg Saab 9000. Any ideas?

CPS is located behind the crankshaft pulley.

Read the owner's manual about jump starting. It may be different than 'normal' cars. Also, the lights flashing is probably related to the car's alarm needing reset. .....again read the owner's manual for more info.GL,Td

You can take your altinator into any parts store and the can bench test it or you can purchase an load tester to hook up to your battery and it will tell you if your alternater is keeping up with the battery. Hope this helps

bad pressure plate or stuck throw out bearing.

These fans should not be running continually. Make sure thermostat is not stuck. Test temp sensors and fan relay if fans on and engine is not hot. If hot. Check or replace thermostat. should not be more than 160

Your fuel pump works better and last longer when the fuel in your tanx is more than half filled because it makes the fuel pump to be fully submerged in the fuel and it cools the fuel pump in that process.

It's attached directly to the turbo. Tucked underneath. What do mean stuck open?

I am assuming you mean the serpentine accessory belt. It would help if you would specify the model and year.

9000

1994 to 2002 (900 and 9-3, not sport sedan)

9-3 SS (I-4) and V-6

9-5 I-4 & V-6

YOU NEED TO MAKE 3 PASS FIRST PAST TORQUE CYLINDER BOLTS 44 FT LBS. SECOND PASS TORQUE CYLINDER BOLTS 59 FT LBS. IF YOU HAVE 17MM HEAD BOLTS TORQUE TO 70 FT LBS.THE THIRD PASS TIGHTEN ALL CYLINDER BOLTS ADDITIONAL 90 DEGREES. ROD BEARING BOLT TORQUE TO 35 FT LBS.

take it down to autozone and use there portable computer and see what codes are in your
computer the counter person will be glad to help you hook it up and explain what the codes
are that's a good place to start

hope this helps you
bob

You probably now have a bad lifter or two. This will cause your push rod to "hit" the rocker and make a tapping sound rather then "push" it. Try going to your local parts store and getting an additive to put in your oil that helps restore lifters. Otherwise you'll need to replace them.

most likely the linkage under the bonnet but you would need to have a good look as i suspect a idler stay bar has come away on top of the gearbox ,you will just have to have a good look

The 'immobilizer' is an integral part of the engine computer and cannot be disarmed. It can, however, be tricked. There is a device used on cars with this system that tricks the computer to think the key is there during remote start. The bypass module, as it is called, learns the transponder code from the key (more advanced models) or just uses a spare key with a transponder in it to trick the engine computer. This requires you to have the key to the vehicle. If you don't have the key, the only option is to get a dealer to cut you one based on your VIN number. You'll have to provide proof of ownership. They do it this way because just anyone could get a VIN number from a parking lot and have a key made if they didn't require proof of ownership.

Now, you didn't give any information about what model car you have and the year, so I can't give you more detailed information on what type of immobilizer system the car has and different ways, if any, that it can be tricked. Keep this in mind when you rate.

Try to check in this link: thesaabsite.com/900old/900&79to94faqs.

Hope helps.

Hello,

Below are what you will be needing to completely carryout the task;

Wrench set, Floor jack, 2 jack stands, 2 wheel chocks, Diagonal-cutting pliers (optional), Ratchet, Deep socket, Ratchet extension, Socket, Torx bit (optional)

To remove the starter;

1. Turn the ignition key to the "Lock" position and apply the parking brake. Lift the hood and prop it open. Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable with a wrench.
2. Raise the front of your Saab with a floor jack and place a jack stand under the frame on each side for support. Block the rear wheels with chocks.
3. Crawl under your Saab and cut the plastic cable ties securing the wires connected to the rear of the solenoid, if your Saab has the 3.0L engine. Use a pair of diagonal-cutting pliers. The solenoid is the small cylinder mounted on top of the starter.
4. Detach the electrical wires from the back of the solenoid with a wrench.
5. Loosen the upper mounting bolt of the brace next to the starter, using a ratchet and deep socket. This will give you more room to maneuver the starter out of the vehicle, if you have the 2.0L or 2.3L engine.
6. Loosen the upper and lower starter mounting bolts with a ratchet, ratchet extension and socket. If you have a 3.0L engine model, use a Torx bit instead of a socket to loosen the mounting bolts. Hold the starter with one hand, finish removing the two mounting bolts and remove the starter from the vehicle.

To install the starter;

• Place the new starter in position at the engine block and hold it firmly with one hand. Use your free hand to install the two mounting bolts finger-tight. Tighten the starter mounting bolts with the ratchet, ratchet extension and socket. If you have the 3.0L engine model, use the Torx bit instead of the socket to tighten the bolts.
• Tighten the brace upper mounting bolt with the ratchet and deep socket, if you have the 2.0L or 2.3L engine.
• Attach the electrical wires to the back of the solenoid with the wrench.
• Secure the wires connected to the solenoid with new plastic cable ties.
• Lower your Saab off the jack stands and remove the chocks from behind the rear wheels.
• Attach the negative (black) battery cable. Close the hood.

I hope the above helps.

Good luck.