(351-2662) Electronic problems in cars with towbar
Symptom: High frequency in direction indicators Saab Park Assistance (SPA) does not work
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN | |
Bulletin Nbr: | 351-2662 |
Date: ........... | FebruariĀ 2007 |
Market: | all |
Electronic problems in cars with towbar |
Cars affected |
Saab 9-3 M03- equipped with towbar.
Background |
Due to process problems there have been instances of paint on the pins of the towbar's control module. The car then believes that a trailer is connected despite this not being the case, and this could lead to the following symptoms.
In the case of customer complaint, the following procedure must be carried out.
Symptom description
High frequency in direction indicatorsSaab Park Assistance (SPA) does not work
Parts required |
If the control module shall be replaced:
40-12 803 356 Control module, towbar (not US/CA)
12 803 356 Control module, towbar (US/CA)
Procedure |
1. |
Check that the towbar's 7 or 13-pin connector, and any adapter, are correctly fitted, and that there is no corrosion. Rectify if necessary.
Check that the direction indicator and Saab Park Assistance (SPA) are working. In the event that problems remain, proceed to step 2. |
2. |
4D/5D
: Open the rear inspection hatch in the luggage compartment.
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3. |
CV
: Remove the luggage compartment side trim, see WIS - 8. Body - Interior equipment - Adjustment/Replacement - Luggage compartment side trim, CV.
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4. |
Replace the electronic unit with a new one.
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5. |
CV
: Fit the luggage compartment side trim, see WIS - 8. Body - Interior equipment - Adjustment/Replacement - Luggage compartment side trim, CV.
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6. |
4D/5D
: Close the inspection hatch.
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7. |
Check that the direction indicator and Saab Park Assistance (SPA) are working.
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Warranty/Time Information |
In the case of customer complaint and if the car is within the warranty period , use the following information to fill out the claim:
Failed Object: 93713
Fault/Reason code: 67
Location code: 09 (US=9)
Warranty Type (US): 01
Repair/Action code: 01
Labour Operation (US):
4D/5D : 9371301
CV : 9371302
Labour Operation (CA): N6540
Time: 0.2 hr