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#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)
#2195 of 2231 Re: What to do [jscottk] by ipcguy Sep 21, 2008 (9:51 am)
Replying to: jscottk (Sep 20, 2008 4:27 pm) Thanks Scott. Did you mis-type and MEAN it'sa lot of car for the money or did you mean it the way it was written.
#2196 of 2231 by jscottk Sep 21, 2008 (5:03 pm)
right, sorry. certainly the saab is very well priced, (used).
#2197 of 2231 Saab 9-5 fails to start by tnels77 Sep 23, 2008 (10:45 am)
I recently purchased an '01 Saab 9-5 Sedan. I've had no problems with it, then this morning it failed to start. Everything else works fine, and there are no warning lights/signs/messages. It just fails to turn over. After about 10 minutes of pulling the key out and retrying, it finally started. I thought maybe it has something to do with my fuel flap, which just yesterday became bent accidentally while I was filling up, and was open when the car wasn't starting this morning.   Does anyone know anything about a possible fuel flap-starter connection? Has anyone had a similar problem? Your help is appreciated.   Thanks. Replies to this message: zooburgh33 (Jan 07, 2009 7:56 pm)
#2198 of 2231 Stereo Modifications by ipcguy Sep 25, 2008 (10:53 am)
I've been looking at Saab 9-5's for some tiime and have finally bought one for winter use in Florida. A few years ago I read a blog( somewhere) where the stock stereo could have a minor adjustment made to increase its performance significantly. an an experts out there assist? Thanks in advance.

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