Communication With the TSAS Hood System

On the Saab 900 Cabriolet, the TSAS control module monitors operation of the hood. Should a fault arise, hood movement is stopped and the TSAS control module sends a pulse to pin 5 of the Saab Information Display (SID) which then displays a fault message.

The Saab 900 Cabriolet incorporates the following CHECK messages:


SID display Cause
CHECK - Electric motor operation of the hood is prevented
SOFT TOP - Tonneau cover not latched at front on both sides.
- Fifth bow not latched on both sides in tonneau cover.
CHECK - Hood not latched correctly to windshield frame
LATCHES - Attempt to lower hood when latched to windshield frame.
CHECK TRUNK - Hood stowage bag in boot not in its lower position.
- A large object is under the hood stowage bag and blocking the hood space.
CLOSE TRUNK LID - Boot lid not closed, prevents raising or lowering of the hood.