Date: Mon, 02 Feb 2004 23:10:20 +0000 From: Charles Christacopoulos <c.k.christacopoulos_removeme_nopsamee.ac.uk> Subject: Re: Saab 9-3 Strange Buzzing Sound From Lower Dash - Batter Dying
colc wrote: > > Hi, > > its caused by a little fan that sucks in the cabin air to check the > ambient temperature, either get a can of air or maybe the vacuum cleaner > you should see the circular grill air inlet by the cig lighter and see > if you can dislodge any crap that may have collected, {worked for me) or > maybe then fan is failing, > > it would seem odd for it to run after the key has been removed, maybe > you should reset the climate control system, in the owners manual, just > to start with. > > Colc > > 2002 93 Aero > > > Shuaib wrote: > >> I would be very grateful if somebody may be able to shed some light on >> this problem I have with my Saab 9-3 (1997, Turbo, Convertible, UK >> model). >> >> On a couple of occasions now my battery has completely drained after >> not driving my car for several days and have had to jump start it. I >> guess I need a new battery. >> >> However, recently (the past week or so) I have also noticed a strange >> buzzing sound coming from the lower dash - essentially behind the >> cigarette light and heating control panel area. This sound is audible >> while driving and continues for and hour or so even after I have >> switched the engine off and removed my key. >> >> I'm guessing that whatever this is - it is not helping my battery >> either! Has anybody else experienced this "buzzing" sound or have an >> idea what may be causing it? >> >> I will replaced my battery, but my concern is that the sound itself >> could be a related problem. >> >> Many thanks in advance for your help. >> >> -- Shuaib > > If this is the thing ... it does run for a while after the key has been turned off. You only notice it once it gets noisy. It is a palindromic motor ... and does wear out :-)... I had it replaced at 40 GBP (9000 1997 model) and the dealer fitted it for nothing. However, I very much doubt this is what drains your battery. ===================== Leaving problems aside, as I had a long spell with old cars (900s and others) ... try charging your battery on a slow trickle over 24 hours and see how long it lasts. IF you are talking a couple of weeks (in winter time) the battery is finished. When jump starting you must go for a really long drive else your battery won't charge anyway. Regards Charles
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