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(831-2107 ed. 2) Rear doors, difficult to open from outside

SERVICE INFORMATION
Bulletin Nbr: 831-2107 ed. 2
Date: ........... Juni 1999
Market: US, CA
Rear doors, difficult to open from outside


Cars affected

Saab 9-3 5D M98 and M99 within the following VIN interval: W2050308 up to and including X2054817.

Background

After a period of use, the rear doors may gradually become more difficult to open from outside. The problem occurs especially in warm climates.

Certain components in the lock unit have therefore been given a different surface treatment, which has improved operation.

Change the lock units after customer complaint.

Parts required

51 17 452 Lock unit, rear left door (CA: 30581350)

51 17 460 Lock unit, rear right door (CA: 30581351)

44 71 256 Water barrier, left-hand

44 71 256 Water barrier, right-hand

Procedure

Replace the lock unit as described in WIS “Doors and locks”, “Adjustment/replacement”, “Door lock, rear door”.

Warranty/Time Information

Failed Object: 83 417

Fault/Reason code: 27

Location code: 09 (US=3/4)

Warranty Type (US): 01

Repair/Action code: 01

Labour Operation (US): 83417

Labour Operation (CA): B4660 R/side, B4551 L/side

Time: 0.3 hours + 0.1 hours straight time