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(831-2085) Reprogramming tailgate locking logic

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Bulletin Nbr: 831-2085
Date: ........... February 1999
Market: all
Reprogramming tailgate locking logic

Cars affected

All Saab 9-5 5D M99 within VIN interval X3041779 - X3070080

Background

The logic of the tailgate lock subsequent to the above VIN interval is slightly different. The tailgate now locks 4 minutes after being unlocked or closed, depending on which has been last performed. In addition, the function that locks the tailgate when the engine is started has been removed.

This Service Information describes how cars manufactured in the above VIN interval are to be reprogrammed.

Tools

Tech 2 with software version 31.000 or later

Diagnostic procedure

To correctly reprogram the TWICE, the following car details must be ascertained before programming is started.


- Which market?

- Type of alarm?

- Steering wheel location (LHD or RHD)?

- Heated rear seat?

- Passenger seat electrically operated?

- Body type (in this case 5-door)?



Programming

1. Connect and activate Tech 2 and turn the ignition key to the ON position.

2. Select Diagnostics (F0).

3. Select model year (1999) and car type (9-5).

4. Select Body from the system selection menu.

5. Select TWICE from the Body list, then select Programming from the TWICE menu.

6. Select Spare Parts Programming and answer all the questions regarding the car.

7. When "Programming Complete" is shown on the display, press EXIT twice.

8. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and disconnect Tech 2.


Warranty/Time Information

Failed Object: 38351

Fault/Reason Code: 67

Repair/Action Code: 05

Time: 0.1