Saab won't start key won't turn - Saab Cars & Trucks

Sounds like an immobilizer/alarm issue...only way to properly diagnose is with a Saab factory scan tool...unfortunately..
Try another key if you have one....also lock and unlock the vehicle a few times with the key fob...or door key to insure the alarm/immobilizer has been turned off.

Hope this helps!

Scott, Porsche Master Tech 35 years.

Maybe the key you programed have changed something of your car . Something went wrong ,you can check it again ,.

Ok, those systems might still work because the not require as much energy as the starter. Check the Battery Voltage with a good Voltmeter. If below 12, there might be your problem!

Sounds like either the key has worn down, or one of the tumblers in the ignition lock is hanging. Try spraying some oil on the key. A good oil to use is Rem oil that is used for guns. It contains Teflon and doesn't dry out as quick.

check your starter make sure its good take all spark plugs off and turn engine by hand if it turns easy go to starter

make sure the stick is in reverse and the key is all the way in the ignition

could be something else like the cable that releases the park ?? if it appears ok then renew the ignition lock ,nice job this one because its in the middle

My boyfriend was having the same problem with his 2002 9-3 and in reading the user manual i found the following...when the car wouldn't start this morning he tried it and instead of having to wait 15 minutes for it to start, it started right up. Oh and his screen didn't give an error.

Electronic starting interlock
(immobilizer)
When the key is inserted in the ignition, a
signal is sent to the receiver. If the signal is
verified, the engine can be started.
Each time the key is removed from the ignition,
the electronic immobilizer is activated.
If a fault is detected (e.g. in the transmitter)
”KEY NOT ACCEPTED” will appear on the
SID.
In this case, you can still start the car if you
turn the ignition key to ON and press one of
the buttons on the key.
Take the car to an authorized Saab dealer to
have the system checked.

If the car does not start
If the text "KEY NOT ACCEPTED" appears
on the SID when the engine refuses to start,
the trouble may be a fault in the transponder
of the key or in the receiver of the ignition
switch. Proceed as follows:
• Turn the key back to the LOCK position.
• Turn the key to the ON position.
• Press one of the buttons on the remote
control (the LED on top of the dash stops
flashing).
• Start the engine.
Try the other key. If it works, the trouble is in
the first key.
Call on an authorized Saab dealer for
inspection and correction

is the trigger wire on starter (sm conn) energised when you turn key? should be close to 12v. could be bad ign switch if no power..