1999 Saab 9-3 TSBs
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16 bulletinsON SOME VIGGEN MODELS FROM M99 TO M01 VIN 17016680, THE OUTER BRACKETS OF THE REAR SPOILER CAN WARP, CAUSING THE SPOILER TO VIBRATE AND RATTLE.
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SOME CONVERTIBLE MODELS UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN 17004113 MAY EXHIBIT A SOFT TOP THAT MAY STOP HALFWAY DURING CLOSING OR...
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OPENING AND THE SID UNIT SHOWS A CHECK SOFT TOP MESSAGE. *TT
INFORMATION ON REPLACING SHEAR PINS AND LOCKING PINS ON CERTAIN CONVERTIBLES.
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SUBJECT REGARDING THE SPARE PARTS PROGRAMMING OF MIU.
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SOME CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN X7024103 MAY EXPERIENCE A RATTLING NOISE FROM INSIDE THE FIRST BOW AND...
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LATCH HANDLE DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. *TT
ON CERTAIN CONVERTIBLES M99 UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN X7050382 IT HAS BEEN NOTED THAT THE PLASTIC HOLDER FOR THE...
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HEADLINING TO THE THIRD BOW COMES UNDONE AND THE HEADLINING SAGS. *TT
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAN THAT THE SOFT TOP COVER DOES NOT OPEN OR FIRST BOW HITS SOFT TOP COVER.
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CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT TOP STOPS MOVING DURING 5TH BOW MOVEMENT.
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CONVERTIBLES WITHIN VIN INTERVAL X7023727 - X7050589 MAY EXHIBIT AIR IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.
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SUBJECT ON REPLACING THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SIREN.
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CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF NOISE / SQUEAK FROM REAR OF VEHICLE.
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EXPERIENCING NO SOUND FROM ACCESSORY CD CHANGER AFTER INSTALLATION.
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REPLACING ANTI - THEFT SYSTEM SIREN FOR MODELS WITHIN VIN X2000001 - X2004200 AND MODELS WITHIN VIN X7000001 - X7001033.
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CONVERTIBLES WITHIN VIN X7000001 - X7001960 SHOULD HAVE REPLACEMENT OF SOFT TOP COVER DRIVE MECHANISM SHEAR / SAFETY PIN.
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INFORMATION ON REPLACING BROKEN TONNEAU DRIVE SAFETY PIN.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON VERIFYING KEY OPERATION.
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Engine
10 bulletinsTO ADDRESS AN EXTERNAL OIL OR COOLANT LEAK FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET WHEN NO ENGINE OVERHEATING OR OTHER RUNNING COMPLAINTS HAVE OCCURRED.
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SUBJECT REGARDING CAMPAIGN INSTRUCTIONS FOR RECALL 724 ON REPLACING THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM).
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SOME VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES MAY EXHIBIT A STICKING CHECK VALVE FOR THE CRANKCASE VENTILATION, PRESSURIZING...
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THE CRANKCASE, AND FORCING ENGINE OIL INTO THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER AND / OR THE FLOW OF COOLANT THROUGH THE TURBO UNIT MAY BE REDUCED RESULTING IN THE TEMPERATURE BECOMING SO HIGH THAT THE ENGINE OIL CRYSTALLIZES (BUILDS CARBON DEPOSITS) AROUND THE TURBINE-SIDE BEARING. *TT
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN 482 REGARDING NOISE FROM POWER STEERING SYSTEM.
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THE CHECK VALVE MOUNTED INSIDE THE POWER STEERING BANJO BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND CREATE POWER STEERING NOISE. OTHER POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS ARE HIGH FLUID LEVEL IN THE FLUID RESERVOIR, OR THAT THE FLUID GETS ABNORMALLY WARM ON VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT
SUBJECT REGARDING UPDATED CAMPAIGN INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SATISFICATION CAMPAIGN 482 ON NOISE FROM POWER STEERING SYSTEM.
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THE CHECK VALVE MOUNTED INSIDE THE POWER STEERING BANJO BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND CREATE POWER STEERING NOISE. OTHER POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS ARE HIGH FLUID LEVEL IN THE FLUID RESERVOIR, OR THAT THE FLUID GETS ABNORMALLY WARM ON VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT
INCORRECT ENGINE BEARING CAP TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
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Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
NOISE FROM THE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE.
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REDUCED PERFORMANCE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES FOR THE TURBO CONTROL VALVE.
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Electrical
4 bulletinsON CERTAIN CARS WITHIN VIN RANGES X7020001 - X7063257, THE REAR OXYGEN SENSOR CABLE MAY BE LYING TOO CLOSE TO THE...
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INTERMEDIATE SHAFT, WHICH MEANS THAT THE CABLE SHEATHING AND INSULATION CAN BE DAMAGED. *TT
SOME VEHICLES WITHIN VIN RANGE X7020001 - X7020941 MAY EXHIBIT A CABLE TIE USED TO SECURE THE CONNECTION TO THE...
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ELECTRICALLY HEATED REAR WINDOW CAN BE MOUNTED IN SUCH A WAY AS TO CHAFE AGAINST THE HEADLINING. *TT
INFORMATION ON REPLACING TIE STRAPS ON REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER WIRING ON VEHICLES RANGING FROM X7000001 - X7020941.
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Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Body & Paint
4 bulletinsSUBJECT REGARDING A VOLUNTARY SAFETY-RELATED RECALL CAMPAIGN AFFECTING EARLY CONVERTIBLE AND 3-DOOR CARS WITH MANUALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS.
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CONCERNS WITH NUTS ON REAR WINDOW AND WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS COME LOOSE.
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Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
4 bulletinsBRIEF VOICE MAIL MESSAGE REGARDING PORT AND DEALER CAMPAIGN.
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E-MAIL INFORMATION ON PRODUCT NEWS AND 1999 WARRANTY & SERVICE RECORD BOOKLETS.
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Vehicle Recalls
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Transmission
3 bulletinsSUBJECT REGARDING NEW UPDATE KIT FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS.
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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN 473 REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID ON VEHCILES WITHIN VIN SERIAL NO.
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RANGES X2000001 - X2023753 OR X7000001 - X7020971. *TT
REMANUFACTURED AISIN AW TRANSMISSION, NO REVERSE AND / OR ERRATIC SHIFTS.
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Steering
3 bulletinsCUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF THE HORN SOUNDING ON ITS OWN OR THE STEERING WHEEL RADIO CONTROLS OPERATING INTERMITTENTLY.
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INFORMATION ADDRESSING COMPLAINTS OF EXCESSIVE NOISE, LOW POWER ASSIST, LEAKAGE, OR OVERHEATING OF THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM.
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COMPLAINTS REGARDING NOISY OR HARD TO OPERATE TELESCOPIC STEERING ACTION.
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Infotainment
3 bulletinsCUSTOMERS MAY ADDRESS CONCERNS ABOUT INTERFERENCE OR POOR RADIO RECEPTION WHEN LISTENING TO AM STATIONS.
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ADDRESSING QUESTIONS REGARDING RADIO FREQUENCIES.
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ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS WITH ACC PANEL DISPLAY.
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Brakes
2 bulletinsSUBJECT REGARDING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF TEST BRAKE LIGHTS MESSAGE DELETED FROM SID REPLACEMENT UNITS.
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INFORMATION REGARDING PROPER BRAKE FLUID CAP FIT.
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Lighting
2 bulletinsINFORMATION ON DELETING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AT CUSTOMER' REQUEST.
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INFORMATION ON DELETING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AT CUSTOMER' REQUEST.
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Suspension
2 bulletinsDIAGNOSING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION ON VEHICLES WITHIN VIN X2000001 - X2020139 AND VIN X7000001 - X7020086.
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ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF POPPING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION.
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Air Bags & Safety
1 bulletinSOME CONVERTIBLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES MAY EXHIBIT A TWISTED SEAT BELT(S) IN THE STRAP GUIDE.
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Software & Calibration
1 bulletinTHIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT...
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A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBRATION CONCERNS.