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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Twist - or stick?

« on: 02 November 2016, 06:06:31 PM »

Couple of factors I should have included: all the rear suspension bushes are shot, as are the front subframe and torque arm ones. (I'd planned to have them done in the near future.) Would that alter anyone's judgement?

And if I do replace the box, would it be possible/practical to swap it for an auto one? Presumably some collateral bits - trim, etc. - could be had from a breaker.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Twist - or stick?

« on: 01 November 2016, 10:30:02 PM »

Here’s a conundrum and I’m hoping that many heads are better than one. The car: 2003 manual Aero Wagon, 130K, all the toys other than roll-out floor. 17” ‘double Y’s. Walnut dash. It’s had DIC, CPS, vent kit.

Two and a half years ago it lost the synchro on 1st while we were on holiday. Took it to a Saab indie near Norwich and asked if they could fit an exchange recon box. Said they didn’t do that but they would strip and completely rebuild it, which they did for about £1,500. Although it’s since baulked a bit going into 5th when cold, all went well until last week when it dropped the synchro on 2nd.

What would YOU do? - scrap it? - use it as a trade-in? - replace the box? - live with it? I’d much appreciate any considered thoughts/suggestions.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Windscreen replacement - Rain sensor

« on: 30 September 2016, 10:29:34 PM »

I recently had a stone chip repaired and asked the (very experienced) fitter about exactly this issue. He assured me that the correct screen comes with the bracket bonded on, so fitting isn't a problem.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: 2002 9-5 Aero Steering Rack

« on: 24 August 2016, 10:37:16 AM »

Leicester is a bit of a hike from Watford :-)

What? - only 85 miles! - my nearest dealer is further away than that! 

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Roof bridge spoiler

« on: 10 June 2016, 10:00:50 AM »

I've been thinking of sprucing up the old girl with a wagon roof spoiler - but the only ones I can find are copies, usually from Poland. Does anyone know if these are any good? - and where can I find a fitting kit and/or any fitting instructions?

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Power steering failure.

« on: 04 June 2016, 09:11:40 AM »

... the leak in the metal pipe is right at the end on the passenger side...

Exactly where mine failed, a couple of months ago - and presumably, where they all go?

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: AirCon problem

« on: 04 April 2016, 09:13:56 AM »

I'm sure these will really help - many thanks sgould!

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: AirCon problem

« on: 03 April 2016, 03:01:57 PM »

Can anyone advise my aircon engineer about the best method of removal/re-fitment of this compressor-condenser pipe? As usual, Haynes runs screaming from the room the minute the refrigeration system's mentioned.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: AirCon problem

« on: 30 March 2016, 03:21:06 PM »

Now on order from Euro Saab Parts Direct (£100). Thanks to all who responded.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / AirCon problem

« on: 24 March 2016, 03:31:40 PM »

I need a new compressor to condenser hose for my 2003 aero estate- part no (I think!) is 5047048*. Any idea where I can source a replacement at reasonable money? There seem to be load of s/h ones on the Bay but I'd prefer to trust a new one.

* I'd also appreciate any thoughts/corrections on this.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Strange light

« on: 02 February 2016, 07:01:48 PM »

Thanks, sgould - sounds very likely. Located where?

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Strange light

« on: 01 February 2016, 10:40:38 PM »

jmblack - I'll have whatever you're drinking! (BTW: 'fora') 
No water in the socket so I've simply disconnected the bulb for now. Thanks to all who responded.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Strange light

« on: 31 January 2016, 07:16:45 PM »

Ha ha! Obvious now that the symbol is a tow bar - just turned on its side - thanks, Audax. Fumbling about underneath in the dark, there IS a trailer socket. The car's been sat outside in the snow for a week and I'm guessing enough water has got into the plug socket to short something. Will investigate, drain and report tomorrow.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Strange light

« on: 31 January 2016, 03:45:26 PM »

Under the ESP button on the dash, there's a green light; I always assumed it was a repeater for trailer indicator lights.

This morning - for the first time since we've had the car (5 years) - it came on and stayed on. It's still on now, two hours after the car was parked and locked. Now it's illuminated, I notice there's a black logo printed on the glass, which I've shown in the attached picture.

Can anyone tell me what it's for and how I can turn it off! (I've also noticed that, although we have a Bosal removable tow bar, there are no electrical trailer sockets on the car.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Water in drivers footwell

« on: 23 January 2016, 07:31:46 PM »

McSaab - sounds exactly the same situation as the one I had. I even considered replacing the passenger seat with a diving board!