Hello How do I adjust the ignition timing on a Saab 9-3 2003?

You set the cam timing with the engine set to TDC, the cam wheels have a line which should be just to the left of 12 oclock, the ignition timing is controlled by the engine management system and is not adjustable.
HTH

If the fuel pump is'nt running then it's a bad relay or blown fuse. If the pump is running then it could be a few things, a bad timing belt, bad cam sensor, bad crankshaft sensor, could be the timing is off which you can adjust with the distributor, or it could be a bad o2 sensor or MAP sensor.

This is not an easy job as the entire lock assembly must be replaced and correctly adjusted during reassembly. Any immobiliser keys will also need to be reprogrammed to the vehicle. If your Saab has the typical Saab transmission mounted ignition key then it's the transmission lock which must be replaced, if it's mounted on the steering column then the entire steering column lock needs changing.

Both assemblies are deliberately difficult to remove and require specialist skills and tools. As an example, the devices are secured using security bolts on which the heads are designed to break off once fully assembled, adjusted and tested. To remove them, the headless bolts must be drilled out but access is usually difficult and the bolts are of hardened steel.

You are strongly advised to get this job done professionally: as the damage was due to an attempted theft it will be covered by all UK policies (except for those with just Third Party cover) and also by many US and Aussie/NZ policies.

Check the ignition coil....coil pack. When the coil goes nothing works.

If you need the ignition timing, it is under the hood on the engine/emissions info sticker.

Regards,
matt

Have you check the O2 sensors? How baout cleaning the MAF and Throttle body? Thermostat?

How does the temp gauge look whn it stalls?

it is definately the main relay. if you replace the relay then you will fix the problem. Over time the circuit board cracks and causes it to go bad.

Hello,1ºdesmount ignition coil and check if smeel burned,if coil is ok 2ºturn on ignition and listen if fuel pump is working(lift up back seat to listen better) or can be cranckshaft sensor(check with multimeter on OHM)

This sometimes can also be related to the internal batteries in the alarm ECU or alarm siren module going bad. If your handy the internal batteries can be replaced without buying a new replacement unit. Otherwise, the entire module must be replaced ($$$). Lastly, you can have a Saab indy or dealer disarm the theft alarm on the vehicle. You retain your keyless operation, but the alarm is not active. This is done in the programming and adjustment menus in the TWICE unit with the Saab Tech 2 computer.
Justin Duthie
Strictly Saab
Melbourne, FL

You may need to remove the ignition housing assembly to find out whats wrong inside. There are a series of small gears which connect the ignition barrel to the ignition switch & also operate the reverse gear lock mechanism. You'll need a special 3 pronged tool to remove the assembly - available from SAAB dealers.