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1999 Saab 9-5 TSBs

40 Technical Service Bulletins across 12 categories

Body & Paint

10 bulletins
614095

CUSTOMER SATISFICATION CAMPAIGN 827 ON REPLACING THE C-PILLAR TRIM ON ALL WAGON MODELS WITHIN VIN RANGES X3020150 - X3090057.

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*TT

614094

IN CONNECTION WITH THE INTRODUCTION IN PRODUCTION OF A NEW SCREW FOR THE TRUNK (BOOT) LID HINGES, A SMALL OPENING IN ONE...

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OF THE FASTENING HOLES TO THE WATER CHANNEL WAS SEALED. THIS OPENING WAS USED TO DRAIN WATER FROM THE TOP OF THE HINGE FASTENING TO THE WATER CHANNEL AND, CONSEQUENTLY, THE WATER IS NOW DRAINED INTO THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ON VEHICLES WITHIN VIN RANGES X3039285 - X3043680. *TT

604272

ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF WIND NOISE FROM FRONT DOOR WINDOWS.

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604271

ADDRESSING COMPLAINTS OF WIND NOISE / WHISTLE AT 65 MPH WHERE THE A-PILLAR MEETS THE ROOF AND WINDSHIELD.

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604270

CUSTOMER COMPLAINT REGARDING OUTER DOOR MIRROR CASING COMING LOOSE.

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604048

PROCEDURES ON PREVENTING JUDDERING OF SIDE WINDOWS ( UNSMOOTH OPERATION ) FOR VEHICLES UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN X3001194 AND W3075121.

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*YC

10190934

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.

10190933

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.

10039281

GM: THE WIPERS, TURN SIGNALS, AND POWER WINDOWS ARE INOPERATIVE.

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1999-2009 SAAB 9-5. *RM

10019953

DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE.

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*TT

Engine

8 bulletins
619562

TO 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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617823

THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF ENGINE / EXHAUST NOISE FORM A COLD ENGINE OR WHEN TURNING A CORNER.

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614917

RECALL INFORMATION ON REPLACING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM).

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608079

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK ENGINE LAMP ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1230, P1240, P1251, P1530, P1614 IS FOUND.

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604279

INCORRECT ENGINE BEARING CAP TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.

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10190932

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.

10190931

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.

10020715

NOISE FROM THE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE.

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Transmission

5 bulletins
619554

SUBJECT REGARDING NEW UPDATE KIT FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS.

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614920

EXPERIENCING RATTLING NOISE HEARD FROM CLUTCH DISC HUB ON VEHICLES WITH MANUAL GEARBOXES AS FROM VIN X3000655 - X3086621.

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610147

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN 473 REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID ON VEHICLES WITHIN VIN SERIAL NO.

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RANGES X3000001 - X3023950. *TT

608077

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SID THAT DISPLAYS TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED MESSAGE OR A PROBLEM WITH WINTER OR SPORT BUTTONS.

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*TT

602954

REPLACEMENT OF SHIFT LOCK SOLENOID.

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*YC

Other

3 bulletins
619564

ADDRESSING COMPLAINT OF NOISE CAUSED BY LEAVES ENTERING FAN HOUSING.

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*TT

607548

INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SIREN ON VEHICLES WITHIN VIN X3000001 - X3001609.

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*TT

602087

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON VERIFYING KEY OPERATION.

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*YC

Electrical

3 bulletins
614913

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN 838: DISTURBANCES DUE TO WIRING HARNESS PROVISIONS FOR CD CHANGER .

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CARS AFFECTED ARE WITHIN VIN RANGES X3020001 - Y3046149. *TT

603064

INFORMATION ON ELECTRICAL FAULT TRACING.

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*YC

10246631

Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

3 bulletins
610153

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN 484 TO REPLACE THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM SIREN ON VEHICLES WITHIN VIN SERIAL NO.

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RANGES X3000001 - X3001609. *TT

10248444

Vehicle Recalls

10232287

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

Brakes

2 bulletins
621490

SUBJECT REGARDING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF TEST BRAKE LIGHTS MESSAGE DELETED FROM SID REPLACEMENT UNITS.

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612513

THERE HAVE BEEN OCCASIONAL CASES WHERE THE WIRING HARNESS HAS COME TOO CLOSE TO THE ABS UNIT ON ALL VEHICLES WITHIN VIN X300853 - X3001441.

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Infotainment

2 bulletins
603053

ADDRESSING QUESTIONS REGARDING RADIO FREQUENCIES.

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*YC

602796

ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS WITH ACC PANEL DISPLAY.

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*YC

HVAC & Climate

1 bulletin
610154

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE SEAT HEATER SWITCH OR SEAT FAN SWITCH WILL NOT ILLUMINATE OR DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE WORKING.

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Software & Calibration

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10082506

THIS 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.

Steering

1 bulletin
10030148

SAAB: STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS INOPERATIVE OR INCORRECT FUNCTION.

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*PE UPDATED 5/23/11. *PE

Suspension

1 bulletin
10001073

A SAFETY DEFECT MAY EXIST WHERE CHANGING BACK AND FORTH BETWEEN ALLOY AND STEEL WHEELS, MAY CAUSE RUST AND OTHER...

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CONTAMINANTS TO BUILD UP ON THE MATING SURFACE OF THE WHEEL HUB AND CAUSE THE WHEEL BOLTS TO FATIGUE AND POSSIBLY BREAK. *TT