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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20039-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (2.0 HOT)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSPOWER LOCKSTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSPOWER LOCKS - PRODUCTION MODIFICATIONS
2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT)
Power Locks - Production Modifications
2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT)SECTION Power Locks - Production Modifications
Bulletin Number: 831-2566
Date: June 2005
Market: all
Changed central locking logic
The October edition of WIS will include this information.
Cars affected
Saab 9-3 (9440) 4D from and including Vehicle Identification Number 51033381
Saab 9-3 (9440) SD from and including start of sales.
Saab 9-3 (9440) CV from and including Vehicle Identification Number 56007738
Background
From and including the above Vehicle Identification Numbers, the sensors in the door locks have been removed which involves changed central locking logic. In order to ensure correct lock function without sensors, the locks will make an opposite movement before they move to the requested position (locked or unlocked). The following will take place:
Cars with TSL (Theft Security Locking): Pressing the unlock button with an unlocked car will move the locks to locked position and then return them to unlocked position. The lock button moves down and up. When pressing the lock button with a locked car, the locks will remain in locked position.
Cars without TSL (Theft Security Locking): Pressing the unlock button with an unlocked car will move the locks to locked position and then return them to unlocked position. The lock button moves down and up. When pressing the lock button with a locked car, it will unlock and then return to locked position. The lock button moves up and down.
A mechanical catch in the driver's door lock has been removed in connection with this change. This means that the lock button can be pressed down if the driver's door is open, which was previously not possible.
Disclaimer
Date: June 2005
Market: all
Changed central locking logic
The October edition of WIS will include this information.
Cars affected
Saab 9-3 (9440) 4D from and including Vehicle Identification Number 51033381
Saab 9-3 (9440) SD from and including start of sales.
Saab 9-3 (9440) CV from and including Vehicle Identification Number 56007738
Background
From and including the above Vehicle Identification Numbers, the sensors in the door locks have been removed which involves changed central locking logic. In order to ensure correct lock function without sensors, the locks will make an opposite movement before they move to the requested position (locked or unlocked). The following will take place:
Cars with TSL (Theft Security Locking): Pressing the unlock button with an unlocked car will move the locks to locked position and then return them to unlocked position. The lock button moves down and up. When pressing the lock button with a locked car, the locks will remain in locked position.
Cars without TSL (Theft Security Locking): Pressing the unlock button with an unlocked car will move the locks to locked position and then return them to unlocked position. The lock button moves down and up. When pressing the lock button with a locked car, it will unlock and then return to locked position. The lock button moves up and down.
A mechanical catch in the driver's door lock has been removed in connection with this change. This means that the lock button can be pressed down if the driver's door is open, which was previously not possible.
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- • 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.