Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2006 22:52:30 GMT From: "Stephen B." <spamtrashspamnospamzon.net> Subject: Re: 2003 - 9-3 conv SE, rough starting when cold
"Rudedog" wrote > I purchased my 9-3 conv. SE this past spring. Now that the cooler weather > has come on it has become stubborn to start in morning. It tends to cough, > sputter then die. Several attempts are required before it remains running. > Once running it runs fine with no coughing are hesitation at all. > > I have checked the spark plugs they appear visually to be in good shape. The > car runs great, has been getting normal gas milage, normal power on > acelleration etc. The car has 51,000 miles, past the warranty period. > > Are SAAB 9-3's cold natured, is this normal, or something amiss. Any > thoughts would be appreciated. I would start by checking the battry and terminals. Have someone start the car while you have a volt meter hooked up. It has been a while since I checked, but IIRC the voltage should stay above 10.5V while the car is trying to start. If the terminals are corroded that definitely needs to be looked after. -- Stephen B. To reply remove the first spam only
