Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB19999-3 BASE, 2D HATCHBACK, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONRESTRAINTSAIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURESISUZUDISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEM (HOMBRE)
1999 Saab 9-3 Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic
Disabling System (Hombre)
1999 Saab 9-3 Base, 2D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Disabling System (Hombre)
- Turn steering wheel to place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove ignition key. Remove AIR BAG or SIR (10-amp) fuse from instrument panel fuse block. Wait at least 10 MINUTES before servicing vehicle.
- Remove driver-side sound insulator and knee bolster. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect driver-side air bag Yellow SRS 2-pin connector at base of steering column. See Figure. Remove glove box. Remove CPA clip and disconnect passenger-side air bag Yellow SRS 2-pin connector behind glove box. SRS system is now disabled.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.