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(248-2731 ed 2) Updating the software in the engine control module T7

Symptom: Lower engine power than expected when using E85 fuel (Ethanol).

MODIFICATION INSTRUCTION
Bulletin Nbr: 248-2731 ed 2
Date: ........... Juni 2010
Market: BE FI FR DE SE CH GB
Updating the software in the engine control module T7

Service update 157 39

Cars in stock must be rectified before delivery.

Cars already delivered must be rectified in connection with a scheduled visit to the garage for service or repairs.

Cars affected

Saab 9-5 M10 with engine alternative B205E/235E with BioPower engine within Vehicle Identification Number range A3500742-A3502125.

Some vehicles within the Vehicle Identification Number range are not affected, see separate information for the Vehicle Identification Numbers affected.

Background

Certain parameters in the engine control module have been incorrectly programmed.

Symptom description

Lower engine power than expected when using E85 fuel (Ethanol).



Parts required

Not affected.

For fitting the modification identity plate:

12 785 148 Modification identity plate

Checking the modification identity plate

Before proceeding, check box A1 of the modification identity plate. From and including M04, the car's Warranty and Service Book contains the "Table of Modifications". A modification identity plate must be fitted in accordance with the section "Fitting the modification identity plate" where local directives require the marking of the car. If the box is not marked, continue as follows.

Procedure


1. Update the engine control module T7 with the following software:

B205E: 55577498

B235E: 55577499

Update, see Tis2Web - 2. Engine - Trionic T7 4-cyl - Repair instructions - Procedures for control module replacement and SPS of Trionic T7 BioPower E85.


Marking the modification identity plate

After carrying out the procedure, mark box A1 on the modification identity plate. From and including M04, the car's Warranty and Service Book contains the "Table of Modifications". Mark the box with the number "7" if the procedure was carried out by the importer or with the number "8" if carried out by the dealer.

Fitting the modification identity plate

Note

A modification identity plate must only be fitted where local directives require the marking of the car.


Fit the modification identity plate in accordance with Tis2Web

9-5 M04 - General - General - Technical data - Plates and labels

Warranty/Time Information

See separate information.