Date: Tue, 10 Feb 2004 03:10:04 GMT From: Steve Crowe <scrowenopsamink.net> Subject: Re: Saab engine cuts out
On 9 Feb 2004 13:50:23 -0800, dcpotterynopsamcom (Dave) wrote: >I have a Saab 900 se covertible and the engine keeps cutting out. The >information I have is as follows: > >1) when I go to start the car, some times the dashboard lights do not >come on. All the electrics work, ie, lights, wippers, radio, heater. >The engine turns over but will not start. After about 20 tries the >ignition lights come on and the engine starts ok. Is this a ignition >module problem or an alarm issue? > >2) The engine cuts out for no reason. This happens both when I am >driving and stationary. When I go to restart the car, it will not >start regardless if all the dashboard lights are on. > >Is this a known problem? has anyone had the same and fixed it? > >I am thankfull for anyhelp. > >Dave Dave, Year of car and engine would be helpful, but I am assuming a NG900 in your case (1995-1998 for CV). Sounds like classic ignition switch failure. A common fault on those cars. Part of the 15 circuit cuts off. This is indicated by loss off warning lights in dash. Alarm module will not cause that. Good luck, Steve Crowe, Saab Master Tech, who represents himself and no one else Harpers Ferry, WV
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