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#2185 of 2231 Re: 2003 saab 95 aero AT [saablcp] by saabgirl Apr 26, 2008 (7:42 pm)
Replying to: saablcp (Apr 09, 2008 12:31 pm) Just speculating here on Saab CPOs which go for six years or 100K from date of service. I think it's correct to say that right now Saab will only CPO cars that are 2004 or newer.   But suppose that an '03 Saab had been turned in at the end of its lease, been CPOed (good for 6 years or 100K) and resold. Then suppose the second owner in 2008 trades it in for another brand. If mileage is under 100K isn't the CPO still valid until 2009 on this 2003? So the trick would be to take the VIN and check with a Saab dealer to find out if the car ever was CPOed by Saab and if the CPO is transferrable.   CPO terms are on the Saab CPO site. I've heard owners (and even a Saab dealer) argue that they'd rather set aside an emergency fund instead of pay a premium for the CPO warranty. Others say the new car warranty on a used car is well worth the price. The right choice for any particular person, I suspect, is contingent on how comfortable they are with a wrench in their hand.
#2186 of 2231 Cooling system problem 9.5 2000 v6 by cdyoung May 03, 2008 (12:10 pm)
I am in the process of replacing my heater bypass valve. Does anyone know of any special precautions for refilling the cooling system. My older saabs had air valves which allowed all the air to escape when refilling. Please let me know your experience. thank you. BTW 99K and extremely satisfied with my car
#2187 of 2231 Re: Car stutters while on highway, stops at lights [captainuncle] by stncreations1 Aug 25, 2008 (6:11 am)
Replying to: captainuncle (Apr 13, 2008 3:00 pm) Hi it looks like I have that problem too but can you tell me the part number because my mechanic change the output shaft sensor and got rid of the light but the symthom ist still there some times please thank you.
#2188 of 2231 2006 Saab Navigation System by tourney9000 Aug 27, 2008 (6:12 pm)
Just bought a 2006 Saab. Has the nav system, but no DVD came with the car. Are all DVD's compatible. For example, can I buy a 2005, 2006, 2007, or 2008 DVD and it will work. I plan on buying at ebay, is that a wise move?
#2189 of 2231 2005 9-5 Check Engine Light by urb1 Sep 13, 2008 (6:06 am)
We own a 2005 9-5 with apprx 35K miles. The car runs great, but on multi-hour highway driving, the check engine light comes on. After a couple days, the light will go out by itself. It has done this half dozen times. By the time I have gotten to the dealer to have it checked, the light goes out and they tell me they cannot diagnose until it comes back on. Any ideas as to cause? Is the dealer's statement correct?   Thanks Replies to this message: crestonave (Sep 13, 2008 6:21 am) saaburbanite (Sep 18, 2008 2:50 pm)
#2190 of 2231 Re: 2005 9-5 Check Engine Light [urb1] by crestonave Sep 13, 2008 (6:21 am)
Replying to: urb1 (Sep 13, 2008 6:06 am) The response you got from the dealer doesn't make any sense to me. I'm not a mechanic, but my understanding of how these systems work is that when a "check engine" light goes on, a trouble code is stored in the computer, which the dealer (or anyone else who knows how to do it, actually) ought to be able to access with his diagnostic equipment. You might even want to poke around the internet a little and look for guidance on how to retrieve the code yourself. Some cars allow you to do that; I'm not sure Saab is one of them. Again, I'm not a mechanic, but my understanding is that "check engine" generally refers to emission system problems and not to major mechanical problems. Again, you should verify this with a dealer or other qualified mechanic. Hope this helps.
#2191 of 2231 Re: Recurring Steeing Problem [zoozeek] by urb1 Sep 13, 2008 (4:24 pm)
Replying to: zoozeek (Oct 02, 2006 2:13 pm) I just drove my daughters 2005 9-5T sedan, and I feel some kind of click or knock in the steering wheel. Can feel it when idling at a stop and turn the wheel back and forth just a couple inches. Also can feel when steering around a curve, like getting off a highway exit. It does not feel 'right' to me, and I will be taking the car back to have it checked. Car only has 37K and is still under warranty...we'll see what kind of reply I get.
#2192 of 2231 Re: 2005 9-5 Check Engine Light [urb1] by saaburbanite Sep 18, 2008 (2:50 pm)
Replying to: urb1 (Sep 13, 2008 6:06 am) Probably a faulty sensor giving a false reading. I have a 2003 9-5, and the same thing happened (though it stayed on long enough once for the dealer to diagnose). The solutions are 1) ignore it (bad idea, but cheap in the short run) and 2) replace the sensor (expensive, but the only way to be sure). It probably isn't urgent, but you should plan to replace it when you save the $. BTW, on a 2003, it is the sensor at pin 41.
#2193 of 2231 What to do by ipcguy Sep 20, 2008 (3:49 pm)
I'm very interested in buying a 9-5 as a car to use at my Florida home. It will not have a lot of driving and I'm wondering if getting a high mileage (100K) is OK as I don't want to tie up much cash in a car I'll only drive 3 months of the year. Your thoughts are appreciated. What are common problems I will likely encounter. I'm thinking a 2001 to 2003. Replies to this message: jscottk (Sep 20, 2008 4:27 pm) ipcguy (Sep 21, 2008 9:51 am)
#2194 of 2231 Re: What to do [ipcguy] by jscottk Sep 20, 2008 (4:27 pm)
Replying to: ipcguy (Sep 20, 2008 3:49 pm) You've got your 120K maintenance, (in a few years I guess). A four cylinder will cost about $700-$800, a six around $1200.   I've owned two Saabs at this mileage and little things have gone but nothing extraordinary. A great mileage to buy into - a lot of money for the car.   Scott Replies to this message: ipcguy (Sep 21, 2008 9:51 am)

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