http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/ $ en-us Copyright 2003-2005, Talk About Network. All Rights Reserved. 2008-05-15T02:05:01+00:00 TAN rss@talkaboutnetwork.com Discussion hourly 1 1970-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://tan12.talkaboutnetwork.com/images/spacer.gif http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/ http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103919.html I have a 1976 model year 99 GL, and am seriously considering putting a more powerful engine in it, doing all the work myself since I am currently unemployed. I have more than once replaced engines, brake discs/calipers and drive joints of non-SAAB ca... SaabyGiles ltnone@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-05-14T13:22:10+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103915.html Does anybody know the opening temperature of the first generation 2.2 115 bhp TiD thermostat..? -- The DervMan www.dervman.com DervMan ltthedervman@[EMAIL PROTECTED] g... Discussion 2008-05-13T18:50:47+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103913.html Does anyone know which OBD-II protocol do the 2002 - 2006 Saab 9-5 use? I think there are about 2 -3 protocols out there and I also know that the Saab 9-3s (all) and 9-7 have the CAN protocol but not sure about the 9-5. Thanks for any help. nospam ltnospam@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-05-11T20:44:39+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103911.html The squealing and a screaming has got to to stop! My non working clutch started working again and has been ok for the last couple of months - except, of course, the sound of the death throes of the release bearing. Now, can I change the release bea... sweller ltsweller@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-05-11T06:12:45+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103901.html Hello all, I am in the market for new tires on my 2002 Saab 9-3 SE because the Yokohama Avids have developed a slight ripple on the outer edges which causes a loud noise as I drive. The service reps at my dealer said this was caused because they are... hrit24@[EMAIL PROTECTED] lthrit24@[EMAI... Discussion 2008-05-09T09:29:58+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103894.html ..............The problems with a 1998 9-5 are: Airbag warning light stays on, steering wheel controls for radio etc and horn work only sometimes (seldom, tbh) Is there a quick fix that will cure this? Its the dreaded MOT time coming up soon, so i ne... Tamale-Loco lttl@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-05-08T21:51:29+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103893.html How would you say Cat in the Hat in Swedish ? still just me ltwheeledBobNOSPAM@[EMAIL ... Discussion 2008-05-08T20:33:40+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103889.html Hi, My radio is no longer functional - there may have been water spilled inside the car which caused a short. Ive checked the fuse at the end of the dash (F12?) and it seemed good but replaced it anyway, but still no joy. Where are the maxi fuses... Leech Bleeder ltguttapercha@[EMAIL PROTE... Discussion 2008-05-07T23:19:53+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103888.html I bit the bullet and extracted the decaying SID and used a biro to press the contacts of the ribbon to the PCB. A little better but not much. On eBay there are some offers to fix these pesky SIDs. Im near London. Has anyone done the deed and posted ... Colum Mylod ltcmylod@[EMAIL PROTECTED] g... Discussion 2008-05-07T22:44:50+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103868.html On my 1998 900, the exhaust camshaft drives the distributor by means of a drive dog on the distributor shaft. I think this is probably the same on later models also. The drive dog has a spring-like coil around it which does not seem to serve any purp... mikeogrady@[EMAIL PROTECTED] Discussion 2008-05-03T07:40:25+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103864.html A month into ownership the headgasket goes. But not the very spectacular to see plumes of steam, bad running and=20 massive overheating, oh no, just a build up of emulsified oil in the=20 coolant and a slight rise in temp that made the fan run more o... Elder ltcarl.robson@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt... Discussion 2008-05-03T13:12:21+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103861.html My 2001 9-5 Aero refused to push air out of the upper vents (the ones you would use for A/C) the other day. I fooled with the buttons for a while and it started to come out and was OK. Today, nothing would work and even setting on the lowest temp (L... Charles ltcstoyer@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-05-02T21:20:25+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103858.html 1993 900S turbo convertible (USA) Simple question, but complicated lead-in, so that you may understand where I have been. Let me open by saying that I am electrical engineer. I have had 3 Saab 900s, all of the same vintage. Only the one above is ... Bill Jeffrey ltwjeffreyAT@[EMAIL PROTECT... Discussion 2008-05-01T18:14:25+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103856.html My mechanic says theyre all connected and the repair is $1200 of course. I can live without the ABS/TCS but NOT AC with summer on the way. Is there a way to turn on the AC cheaply? Im wondering if the TCS off switch I had installed has gone bad. seog ltno@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-05-01T02:18:54+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103849.html How do I change automatic gearbox oil in a 2002 Saab 9-5? Is it sufficient to remove the oil through the transmission drain plug or are the more steps to take? Thanks. nospam ltnospam@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-04-27T10:29:51+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103848.html Our previous Saab had side skirts and Im wondering about fitting some on our 2001 93 convertible. Can anyone tell me how hard they are to fit - is it a straightforward DIY job or should I get the paint shop to fit them once theyve sprayed them? Th... NewsOnline ltnewsonlineZAPSPAM@[EMAIL PR... Discussion 2008-04-27T10:28:15+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103840.html Last night I met up with the person who has the very first 2008-built MY08 Saab 9-3 BioPower car sold in Australia. That car has the capability to run on ethanol blend fuels up to 85 percent ethanol (aka E85), however I was very amazed when he was te... Saab C900 Viggenist ltc900@[EMAIL PROTEC... Discussion 2008-04-26T21:30:38+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103832.html http://www.classicsaab.net/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=12580 Schweet! -- Janine Finch - social studies analyst with the CMF Anti-Defence Signals Directorate. Protecting YOUR right to true freedom of speech. http://www.technotranceravesex.net/galle... Janine Finch ltjanine@[EMAIL PROTECTED] ... Discussion 2008-04-25T02:36:22+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103829.html Hi, Does anyone know if there are any issues with the Diesel (or Diseasel if you prefer) 1.9 TID as fitted on current production 9-5s? TIA Charles -- Please remove _removeme_ to reply. Charles C. ltc.k.christacopoulos.removem... Discussion 2008-04-24T23:15:29+00:00 http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/messages/103826.html Xenon light bulb is burned out on the passenger side of my 2006 9-5. Where can I get replacement bulbs and are they easy to replace? Thx. nospam ltnospam@[EMAIL PROTECTED] gt Discussion 2008-04-23T20:21:31+00:00 Search talkaboutautos.com Saab q http://talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.autos.saab/search.html