== == Place SAAB in reverse gear to remove the key easily. The SAAB must be in reverse before you can remove the key, otherwise the battery will drain. It's a manufacture design. REPAIRS BELOW, IF NEEDED: Though you don't specify, it will be presumed that the key was inserted into the ignition switch and now will not withdraw. There were probably plenty of signs that this was imminent, such as difficulty inserting the key or the switch sticking in the START position. This is because dirt or sticky liquids often fall into the switch due to its location between the seats. (A safety feature, as the key will not jam into the driver's knee in a severe accident.) OTOH, the switch may have just worn out, as a 19 year old car is considered ancient by most terms. (I drive a 1987 Saab 900 with only 196K mi, and it runs better than most cars half its age.) First try squirting a penetrating oil such as Liquid Wrench or WD-40 into the key slot. This may free up the mechanism enough to withdraw the key. If that doesn't work, you will need to remove the center console. Details may be found in any good Saab 900 manual, but in brief: 1) Remove the driver's seat (may need an Allen-head wrench). 2) Remove any screws/bolts holding the shifting machanism into place. 3) Using the special 3-lobed socket, remove the 3-sided nuts that hold the metal box that contains the ignition switch. 4) Clean or replace the old switch. 5) Reassemble.
Prices are between and around, $120 - $170. Check out the Web Links for more information.This is for a rebuilt alternator. New ones can cost over $300. I got an estimate of $600 from a dealership. Replacing the alternator should take 2 - 3 hours @ $70 per hour. Best case scenario you'll spend $300 for a rebuilt alternator and the labor.
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Which 900? The Classic 900 (1979-93) or the NG 900 (1993-97)?There is a known problem with the taillight ground on the C900 4-doors and convertibles. The solution is to add a ground wire from the taillight circuit board's ground to the body. See www.saabnet.com for the fix.
Yes. Saab makes a 900 convertible. It is called the Saab 900 se convertible.
1988 thru 1993 Saab 900 is the same as the Saab 9000 as they use the same brakes. 4-bolt, 108mm circle. They use lug bolts instead of lug nuts to secure the wheel to the hub.
release on SAAB 900 S convertible
The Saab 900 gets great mileage if you take great care of the car, regular oil changes, etc. In looking at forums about the saab 900 there were many people who have over 150,000 miles on their saab 900's. There was also a listing for 307,000 miles.
Yes, Saab did make a 900 SE turbo. Is there a question? ~ Odd looking cars really.
There are several different front brake calipers for the Saab 900 depending on the year. The first is from 1979-1987 and is the same as that on the Saab 99 beginning in 1975. You need a special tool to rotate the caliper piston back into place because the front caliper also acts as the parking brake. From 1988 thru 1993, the front calipers on the Classic 900 are the same as those on the Saab 9000. The NG 900 has a completely different brake caliper setup beginning with the 1994 model.
The Saab 9-3 and 9-5, and the new-generation 900, were based on the Opel Vectra. The Saab 9000's chassis was designed to be made by Saab, Alfa Romeo, Lancia and Fiat. The original Saab 900 was based on the Saab 99, which wasn't based on anything else.
yes, same engine.
Buying a used Saab 900 in Ohio depends on your location and if there are any available in your local. Check with your local Saab dealership. The dealership will be able to locate the vehicle you are looking for and provide you with the information.
I need the heating and cooling wiring schematics for a 1996 SAAB 9000.
Any individual interested in purchasing a Saab 900 would be best suited to check classified ads that specialize in antique or classic cars. The Saab 900 is no longer made. Other places which may carry the autmobile include eBay motors.