Date: Sun, 26 Nov 2000 12:12:06 -0500 From: "jtmcmanus" <jtmcmanusnopsaml.msn.com> Subject: Re: Saab and wet brakes
We have had a similar problem with a 2000 9-3. Took it to the dealership and they could not find anything wrong. Any suggestions from anyone else would be appreciated. I checked the NHTSA website and did not see any recalls or tsbs on this issue either. JTM Paul E. Ratty <prattynopsamaone.net> wrote in message news:k_vT5.21826$M51.6619727nopsamoon.ne.mediaone.net... > I have a co-worker who has a 2000 Saab. Not sure of the model. The problem > is that the brakes skip in wet weather. When riding on the highway and not > having used the brakes for a short period of time, when the brakes are > pressed, they don't grab and there is a few terrifying seconds when you > think you have no brakes. Then they finally grab. > > This is not a problem in wet weather in stop and go traffic where the bakes > are used often. > > The car was returned to the dealership and the a different type of brake > pads was installed. This has made no difference. > > Sorry I could not offer more info, but appreciate hearing any feedback > regarding this problem that I could pass on. > > Thanks, > > Paul > >