2002 Saab 9-5 — Repair Solution

2.3L B235E 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo MPFI Petrol · Ignition Switch · Electrical

Saab 9-5 Ignition Switch Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Saab
Model: 9-5
Year: 2002
Engine: 2.3L B235E 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo MPFI Petrol
Area: Electrical
Category: Ignition Switch

Customer Complaint

Dash lights were all coming on intermittently, followed by loss of windows and indicators.

Problem Summary

The old switches with round pins, mainly 900 and 9-3, had loads of trouble. Now the 2002 onward flat pin switch is joining the club, taking out the 9-5.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeSAA9502414
Vehicle2002 Saab 9-5
Engine2.3L B235E 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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