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.
1999 Saab 9-3 Base, 2D Hatchback, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transmission DTCS
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| P0605 | Internal TCM Fault |
| P0705 | Incorrect Gear Position Sensor Signal |
| P0711 | Incorrect ATF Temperature Sensor Signal |
| P0726 | Incorrect Engine Speed Sensor Signal |
| P0727 | Engine Speed Sensor Signal Missing |
| P0741 | Lock-Up Slips |
| P1500 | Battery Voltage Too High Or Too Low |
| P1790 | Short To Ground In Kickdown Switch Circuit |
| P1812 | Short To Ground In ATF Temperature Sensor Circuit |
| P1813 | Open Circuit Or Short To Voltage In ATF Temperature Sensor Circuit |
| P1817 | Input Speed Sensor Signal Missing |
| P1822 | Output Speed Sensor Signal Missing |
| P1830 | Gear Ratio Information From TCM Incorrect |
| P1831 | Downshift Fault |
| P1832 | Incorrect Shift Length Slip/Jerk |
| P1842 | Open Or Short To Ground In Torque Limiter Circuit |
| P1847 | Open Or Short To Ground In Pressure Control Solenoid Circuit |
| P1848 | Short To Voltage In Pressure Control Solenoid Circuit |
| P1849 | Internal Short In Pressure Control Solenoid |
| P1852 | Short To Ground In No. 1 Shift Solenoid Circuit |
| P1853 | Open Or Short To Voltage In No. 1 Shift Solenoid Circuit |
| P1857 | Short To Ground In No. 2 Shift Solenoid Circuit |
| P1858 | Open Or Short To Voltage In No. 2 Shift Solenoid Circuit |
| P1862 | Short To Ground In TCC Solenoid Circuit |
| P1863 | Open Or Short To Voltage In TCC Solenoid Circuit |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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