Date: Mon, 10 May 2004 11:28:36 +0100 From: Grunff <grunffnospam.com> Subject: Re: saab 9000 gearchange problem
Mr.Nice. wrote: > the wifes saab has gone a bit funny on the gearchange. > all the gears feel to be too far to the left, and there is not enough > travel available to get into first or second on the far left. > however knocking the gearlever all the way to the right and then going > for first agressivly usually gets it, though my wife can't manage it. > > Anyone have any idea on this one? Almost certainly the gearshift linkage. Pretty easy to change, and readily available. Open the bonnet, and stand by the passenger side wing mirror (left side). Look down the bulkhead, using a torch. You'll see the link rod emerging from the lower bulkhead and entering the gearbox. Look for the rubber linkage. -- Grunff