Ignition - Ignition Switch Jamming
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINBulletin Nbr: 100-2467
Date: May 2004
Market: Enligt separat lista
Supplement to pre-delivery service
Figure 1
Cars affected
Saab 9-3 (9440) 4D M04 within Vehicle Identification Number range 41000088 - 41033108
Saab 9-3 (9440) CV M04 within Vehicle Identification Number range 46000487 - 46011570
Background
The ignition switch unit's centre spring plate can, in isolated cases, jam in the lower position. If the plate jams in the lower position when the key has been taken from the ignition switch the radio is not switched off and the remote control does not work.
Parts required
For replacement of ignition switch (estimated defective production issue 2%):
12 801 010 Ignition switch
Procedure
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Note
Keep the key as close as possible to the ignition switch to avoid diagnostic trouble codes being generated in the CIM.
2. Push a finger into the ignition switch and press down the spring plate in the centre of the ignition switch.
3. Feel to check that the plate is easy to press down and that it springs back without jamming.
4. If the plate jams or binds, replace the ignition switch in accordance with WIS - Group 3. Electrical System - Theft protection - Adjustment/Replacement - Ignition switch unit.
Warranty/Time Information
^ Checking the ignition switch unit is included in pre-delivery service and cannot be used for warranty claims.
^ In the case of ignition switch unit replacement and if the car is within the warranty period, use the following information to fill out the claim:
Failed Object: 34010
Fault/Reason code: 27
Location code: 09 (US=...)
Warranty Type (US):
Repair/Action code: 01
Labour Operation (US): 3401002
Time: 0.5 hr