Repair And Fix it

Saab cars are manufactured in Sweden, but still have many of the same working parts as U.S.-made cars. If your Saab wont start, try a few diagnostic checks yourself. But if it the problem goes beyond a mere battery change, you might want to contact a professional Saab mechanic.

Instructions

1

Turn the key in the ignition. Check to see if your fuel tank is empty. If there is not enough gas in the tank, your Saab might not start.

2

Attempt to turn your engine over by cranking your key all the way in the ignition. If your Saab clicks or cranks slowly, but does not start, the battery is probably weak or dead.

3

Lift the engine hood and check the battery. Make sure the battery cables are firmly attached before trying to restart the car. If the car continues to click or crank slowly, proceed to Step 3.

4

Jump start your Saab. Use jumper cables to attach your battery to another cars working battery. Both cars should be turned off while connecting the jumper cables. Start the working car and let it run for a few minutes before attempting to start your Saab.

5

Start your Saab. If it starts, then you know the problem was the battery and you can drive to a repair shop to have it replaced. If it doesnt start, you will need to call a tow truck to take your Saab to a repair shop to diagnose the problem. It could be a number of the things, including a faulty starter or transmission issues. Unless you are an experienced mechanic with access to diagnostic tools, the diagnosis is best left to a professional.

Most Saab 900s produced since 1996 come standard with a key-less entry system that allows you to lock and unlock the car with a key fob. If you replace the battery in the key fob or need to replace a lost key fob, you will need to reprogram the device. Reprogramming, after replacing the battery, takes just a few seconds and can be done yourself while programming a new key fob will take 30 to 60 minutes at a dealership or repair center.

Instructions

Programming After Battery Replacement

1

Stand near the car and press the "Unlock" button five times in quick succession.

2

Listen for a beep or chirp from the car to signal that you have successfully reprogrammed the fob.

3

Remove the battery and reinsert it into the fob if the programming wasnt successful. Move closer to the car. Press the "Unlock" button five times again quickly.

Programming a New Fob

4

Verify that you have one working key fob. Without at least one working fob, you will not be able to program additional fobs without replacing the Column Integrated Module (CIM).

5

Visit a repair shop or dealer with a GM Tech II scan tool. Only someone with this device can program a new key fob.

6

Bring all working keys and fobs when you get the new fob programmed. Any old fobs will be removed from the system at this time and will no longer work. You can have up to four fobs per car.

The automobile manufacturer Saab is a Swedish company formerly owned by General Motors. Saab repairs and maintenance can be performed by qualified technicians at Saab dealerships.

Repair

Saab vehicles sold in 2010 were subject to a 4 year or 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper limited warranty on mechanical or workmanship repairs performed at an authorized Saab dealership. The bumper-to-bumper warranty does not cover repairs for damage caused by poor maintenance, misuse or accidents.

Assistance

Saab also offers its new car owners a 4 year or 50,000 miles roadside assistance program and a 3-year or 36,000-mile no charge scheduled maintenance program. Included in the maintenance program is tire rotation and oil changes at no charge.

Expense

The cost of repairs to Saab vehicles is average compared to similar vehicles after the warranty has expired. The cost of parts can be expensive because of the large amount of components in the vehicles engine.