1997 Saab 9-3 — Repair Solution

2.0L B204I 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol · Engine Not Cranking · Electrical

Saab 9-3 Engine Not Cranking Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Saab
Model: 9-3
Year: 1997
Engine: 2.0L B204I 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: Electrical
Category: Engine Not Cranking

Customer Complaint

Vehicle intermittently will not restart.
This particular model was an automatic.

Problem Summary

At the first look it may appear that there is some sort of immobilizer problem.
After a few attempts vehicle does restart.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeSAA9397411
Vehicle1997 Saab 9-3
Engine2.0L B204I 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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