1997 Saab 900 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues
97 saab 900 s 2.3l non turbo automatic has became
Since it does eventually start and run, hard starting is usually a fuel delivery problem (pressure regulator, fuel filter, fuel pump, kinked fuel line). First check the fuel pressure after turning the key on but not starting the car.
1/4/2018 11:30:31 PM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Jan 04, 2018
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Misalignment of my 900 SE left windows
the first thing i would is to check that the window motor/regluator behind the door interior panel has not come loose/adrift from the door frame and gone out off adjustment also check that the guide seals have not got trapped/folded over or split damaged
12/13/2017 1:21:36 PM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Dec 13, 2017
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Saab 900 fuel gauge erratic. I measure 5 volts on
fuel gauge voltage is controlled by the dash board, there is a board on the back of the dash that connects the rev counter the voltage is controlled by this board. you would need to change this board. but to do so you would need to open up the dash board display to get to the board or just replace the dash.
7/22/2017 12:35:55 PM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Jul 22, 2017
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Gas gauge
You will need to replace the sending unit, that is really the only thing that will cause this issue
3/30/2017 8:28:53 AM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Mar 30, 2017
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Saab 900se sound like running on 3 pistons
Have you checked you're actually getting a spark on all 4? Take out each plug in turn, leave it connected and ensure the metal body of the plug is touching a metal part of the car (the cylinder head will do :) ) Get someone to crank the car for you & see if there's a good, fat spark on the end of the plug. If you find one doesn't have a spark, start by changing over the plug lead with one of the others & see if the fault moves with the lead. If so, replace the faulty lead; actually, I'd replace the set as if one has gone, the others won't be far behind.
There are many other faults that could cause that symptom but I don't know that engine well enough to be much help :(
Let us know how you get on.
12/12/2016 3:36:17 PM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Dec 12, 2016
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Sobs 1997 900 turbo having trouble with running
Saabs can be prone to floating ground issues in some of the light fixtures. My older one had this happen in particular, when the ground plane in the tail light cluster rusted and isolated the ground on a bunch of lights. It turned into a bypass where brakes, blinkers, emergency, all would make all the lights flash kind of dimly.
You should be able to remove the rear light clusters from inside the trunk. Look and see if there is corrosion, or signs that the ground plane - should look like a large scale printed circuit board, is damaged. Clean it off with a wire brush. if the ground plane is broken, you'll want to either get a replacement base plane, or, if you re-connect the ground, use some heavy wire to solder it back into connection so that it can handle the current for the lights.
I hope this might help!
11/18/2015 9:15:41 PM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Nov 18, 2015
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How do I remove alarm brain box from wiring on a
"I bypassed the immobilizer circuit only on my alarm module (which is really tedious). Bypassing the whole
module is possible (and little easier), but you will lose the use of the remotes and the ability to arm the alarm.
The alarm module in my '97 900 SETC is located under the carpet, below the driver's power seat switches (a
pain to get at).
If you want to bypass the module completely:
1. Disconnect the battery (make sure you know the radio code-if needed)
2. Unplug the connector from alarm module and remove module from car
3. Install a wire jumper between pin 8 and pin 20 in the connector
4. Install a wire jumper between pin 9 and pin 21 in the connector
5. Install a wire jumper between pin 10 and pin 22 in the connector
6. Wrap securely with electrical tape
If you want to bypass the immobilizer circuit only:
1. Disconnect the battery (make sure you know the radio code-if needed)
2. Unplug the connector from the alarm module
3. Cut the following wires from the back of the connector and splice together as follows (Don't cut the wires too
close to the connector, because someday down the road you may want install a new module, so you'll have to
reverse this process):
4. Cut the wires to pin 8 and pin 20 and splice together w/ wire nut
5. Cut the wires to pin 9 and pin 21 and splice together w/ wire nut
6. Cut the wires to pin 10 and pin 22 and splice together w/ wire nut
7. Secure all with electrical tape
8. Reconnect the connector to the module
Not knowing the details of your problem, please be aware that this may, or may not, solve it. Good luck and let
me know how you make out."
11/26/2014 3:18:39 PM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Nov 26, 2014
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1997 Saab 900 Convertible check latches
Tighten the dash latches , 1 turn at a time, until it goes away. They back out sometimes (until people realize this code comes on, then they are more careful)
10/21/2014 1:46:11 AM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Oct 21, 2014
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How to replace 1997 saab 900 2.0 keyfob battery
Takes a standard sized flat battery, you can do it yourself...go to thesaabsite.com to find procedure.
Basically you put the new battery in, get within 10 feet of the car and hold down one of the buttons for like 5 seconds. I have done this with my 97 900, both fobs, and they work just fine.
10/21/2014 1:40:02 AM •
1997 Saab 900
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on Oct 21, 2014
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