P0131 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including the Saab 9-3. It is letting you know that there is an issue with the wiring or harness going to the sensor, or the sensor itself is bad. There are also some less likely problems that can cause P0131. We’ll go over those below. … Read more
P0330 is a powertrain OBDII trouble code that has the same meaning for the Saab 9-3 as it would any other vehicle. By definition, it means that the vehicles ECM/PCM isn’t getting the proper signal from the knock sensor. Clearing this code typically requires a new knock sensor. The second most common cause is a … Read more
One of the most common problems with the Saab 9-3 is when it throws the P0700 trouble code. A trouble code is a code thrown out by an automatic transmission whenever it detects in the 9-3 that there is an issue that needs your attention. In the case of the P0700, it is … Read more
P0130 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Saab 9-3. It is typically caused when the Oxygen Sensor voltage is not within normal operating conditions. Saab 9-3 P0130 Symptoms Typically, the only symptom of P0130 is going to be the service engine soon light. In some cases, there can be other symptoms … Read more
A very common trouble code with the Saab 9-3 is the P0440 code. This trouble code references a number that is given to you when you plug your 9-3 into a OBDII scanner. P0440 Indicates that something is wrong with the EVAP system. It does not allude to what that problem might be. P0440: … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Saab 9-3 is the P0442 code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your vehicle into a OBDII scanner. It’s typically not going to be a problem that’ll lead to an immediate breakdown, but it should not be ignored. … Read more
P0500 is a OBDII trouble code that affects the Saab 9-3‘s Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). The VSS sends a signal to the engine’s computer letting it know how fast that the vehicle is going. The 9-3 uses this signal for many vehicle functions. It helps control transmission shifts, ABS, cruise control, the speedometer, and more. … Read more
A somewhat common issue with the Saab 9-3 is the P0449 code. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug it into a OBD2 scanner. P0449 deals with the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system. It often appears with, or is related other codes, such as P0420, P0446, and very often … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Saab 9-3 is the P0455 code. This trouble code references a number that is given to you when you plug your 9-3 into a OBDII scanner. P0455 Indicates that there is a large leak in the evaporative emission control system. It often appears with, or is … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Saab 9-3 is the P0496 code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your 9-3 into an OBDII scanner. Below, you’ll find the most common symptoms and ways to diagnose the P0496 in your Saab 9-3. Good Luck! … Read more