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  1. Saab Parts / Accessories, FOR SALE and WANTED
    Hi, the boot lock on my 2001 9-3 convertible is broken, the key just goes round and round but doesn't open the lock. The key fob and door button don't open it either. At the moment the only way into the boot is via the small hole behind the back seat then pushing a long screwdriver into the lock...
  2. How to
    Hi, does anyone know how to disable the device in the ignition lock that links to the transponder in the key fob? My old 93 convertible is now 20 years old, it's done 160k and is not in the best of health, probably worth about £250 if I'm lucky. I lost one of the keys and have been told that...
  3. Classic Saab 9-5 (1997 - 2009)
    Hi All I have just bought a 1998 9-5 series and the original key will not start the car how can I reprogram my key to start car?
  4. Classic Saab 9-5 (1997 - 2009)
    Hi I have a 2005 95 sedan and the remote control on the key just stopped working. The spare key is the same, I changed the battery, still nothing. I can unlock and lock the car with the key and all the door locks work. I can drive the car, everything appears to work ok, but the led in the...
  5. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    Hi, I wonder if anyone can advise me? I have a 9-3 convertible that I would like to sell soon and I thought I would try and fix any current issues. I occassionally get a "Steering Lock Malfunction" message on the display. I believe that the suggested possible fix is to replace the ignition...
  6. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    When I turn the engine off, the key won’t release until I start the car again then it does. Is there an easy fix ?
  7. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    2009 9-3 86000 auto. Purchased a new shell just recently and changed the parts over without incident , it worked first time. I changed over keys today only to find that the replacement activates on all 4 buttons. However, once introduced to the starter point does nothing whatsoever. I have...
  8. New Member Introductions.
    Hello everyone Saab drivers :cheers: I recently bought a Saab 95 1.9 tdi Linear 2008. The car has been very well looked after but the REmote alarm key control stopped working and I can only lock and open the doors by manually inserting the key.:crazy: Has anyone had this issue and sorted it...
  9. Classic Saab 9-3/GM900 (1994 - 2002)/Conv ( -2003)
    I have lost my Saab 1999 9 3 convertible petrol turbo keys, we have pulled the house apart but still cant find them. I have a spare key but the buttons will not work, I have been quoted by Saab dealer in Sydney that I will have to pay $500 for new button thingy, I went to shopping centre and...
  10. Classic Saab 9-5 (1997 - 2009)
    Hi all long time no post. My spare 95 key fob (3 button) battery wont click into the battery holder and stay in. I have tried several times with the panasonic coin battery but it just falls out. So I have ordered a 2nd hand key fob from ebay and intend to swap the electronics keeping the case...
  11. Classic Saab 9-3/GM900 (1994 - 2002)/Conv ( -2003)
    Seems that the remote key fob (the separate item, 2 button) is no longer available from most sources. Just as I lose one and the other one has a damaged button and needs a sharp object to activate it.... Anyone any idea if there are alternatives that can be used? Other makes? Maybe a later...
  12. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    Hi all, my '03 9-3 20LPT saloon has an issue with getting nthe keys to turn in the ignition. It's the one piece plastic key, with the blade buried inside the fob. Car has sat for six months, battery went flat, so I've put another battery on it, and put new batteries in the key. No joy, the key...
  13. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    I lost a car key.... I know my local indy can supply & code me a replacement, but could he turn off the missing key.?
  14. Classic Saab 9-3/GM900 (1994 - 2002)/Conv ( -2003)
    97 SAAB 2.0 SE convertible, manual box. Found this old thread http://www.saabscene.com/forum/threads/143574-Igniton-Barrel-Stuck-Can't-turn-key-Stuck-in-reverse, never seemed to get any answer.... Plus the links in there are dead. Anyway, the ignition key barrel was a bit sticky, sometimes...
  15. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    HI GUYS GOT A PROBLEM WITH MY SAAB WONDERING IF YOU CAN HELP IF I SPRAY SOME EASY START IN THE INTERCOOLER HOSE IT FIRES UP STRAIGHT AWAY BUT WILL NOT START OFF THE KEY, I HAVE CHECKED THE RED RELAY IN UEC BECAUSE I HAD A PROBLEM BEFORE WHERE THE BROWN AND WHITE WIRE WAS BROKEN FROM THE ECU BUT...
  16. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    I'm still trying to bring this '03 9-3 (133k miles, automatic) that I bought at an auction back to life. I couldn't get it to start until I replaced some relays and fuses near the battery, and then replaced the ICM. It started and the engine sounded great. But then a few seconds later, I got...
  17. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    Hello guys I'm new member here glad to be one of you, I have a saab 93 2.0t 2005. To be clear the problem began with the "steering lock malfunktion" and the ism was not able to move and also car won't start. I tested my friends ism and it worked to ignition on but still car won't snart. The...
  18. Saab 9-3 Sedan/Combi/TurboX/AWD(2003+)/Conv(2004+)
    I recently purchased this car. After two weeks the key fob stopped unlocking the doors. I opened it manually and the fob started the car ok. However the problems with the fob are getting worse. This is also the case with the spare and both have new batteries. Can anyone help ?
  19. Classic Saab 9-3/GM900 (1994 - 2002)/Conv ( -2003)
    I have a 99 SAAB 9-3 4 door hatchback. It appears that maybe a tumble is stuck in my ignition. The door that closes when you pull the key out is stuck open and my key will not turn. I have tried jiggling it and tapping it with a hammer, I've tried canned air, I tried a drop of motor oil, It...
  20. Help, Advice, Saabs and Motoring
    I've seen a lot of threads from people saying their keys have died and the car is throwing its dummy out over key related issues, and I dont want to have any of that happen to me, so my question is: Is there any way to lock the car properly without having the smart fob thingy outside the car...
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