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.
2004 Saab 9-3 Linear, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Instrument bus
- Column Integration Module, CIM (703a) is integrated in the steering column unit.
- Rear Electrical Center, REC (701) is situated on the wall behind the rear left wheel housing.
- Auxiliary heater control module (597a) is located in the engine bay on the right side of the bulkhead partition.
- Door control module (702) is located on the respective door.
- SPA control module (630) is located in the luggage compartment behind the left side backrest member.
- Sunroof control module (182b) is located in the sunroof unit.
- Main instrument unit (540) is located in the dashboard in front of the driver.
- Airbag control module (331) is located on the center tunnel behind the gear selector.
- BCM control module (707) is mounted in the dashboard main fuse box.
- Shift lever module (726) is located in the gear selector unit.
- Driver's seat control module (357Dk) is mounted in the seat
- Engine bay main fuse box (342) is located between the battery and the left-hand front wing.
- ACC control module (216) is located under ICM.
- Tire pressure monitoring module (753) is located at the main fuse box in the luggage compartment.
- Infotainment control panel, ICM (736) is located under SID.
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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
