[SharonNilsson]

Hi, I have a Saab 9-3 Linear Sport TiD (120). It hasn´t been out for a couple of weeks and a couple of days ago the battery went dead. I´ve just taken it to the garage to fit a new one but they informed that the battery is very good, as is the alternator. They suggested that I might have an electrical fault. On the dashboard a warning comes up for a failed right indicator, although all my indicators are working perfectly. I´ve had it on charge and driven around and it´s been starting all day. The dashboard warning disappeared for a while then returned. Is this a common fault in the saab? Do you think it is an electrical problem, and if so, could anyone recommend an electrician in the Bristol area please? Thank you.

 

[Rick the Gooner]

Most good mechanics should know what to do but it is very expensive to have dashboards removed so be very cautious before you commit. I the car works well then I would just live wirh it. You didn't say the year of your saab btw.

 

[candy maaks]

f the dashboard isn't lighting up at all, your car might have blown a fuse. Removing the old fuse and replacing it should get the lights working again. While the new fuse may do the trick, it could also indicate a deeper electrical problem