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Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2002 00:00:21 -0400
From: Four Weis <mweinopsamcom>
Subject: Re: Engine Idle Speed - 900SE


"B. Smith" wrote: > We have had a little discussion on the newsgroup regarding how to reduce the > idle speed on a 2L Turbo ('98 to be specific). It has been suggested that > reprogramming the computer would be an option. The dealers say it cannot be > changed (runs at 1000 RPM - automatic trans) and the computer keeps it at > 1000 not matter what. (How would you go about getting the existing program > if required and then altering or reburning the chip?) > > Cold starts in winter = 1000 RPM > After warm up = 1000 RPM > Summer start up = 1000 RPM > > I have nothing against 1000 RPM except while stopped at intersections it is > always a challenge to keep the car from wanting to go - a heavy foot on the > brake is necessary and it seems to me that it must be hard on the > transmission. Not only is it hard on the transmission. It is also adds wear on the brake system. What happens if you put it in neutral? I have heard of some automatics being programmed to shift into neutral at stops and then into Drive when you step on the gas. From the sound of your description, the Saab automatic does not do this. > > > Any suggestions, greatly appreciated... > > Brian

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