I was just on the saab uk website comparing my 2001 9-3se to the new
9-3ss models. There seem to be two different engine sizes, a 1.8l and a 2.0l
Could someone enlighten me why they call one model a "1.8t"  when it has a
2.0l engine??

Yesterday AOL flashed a message to all users clicking on newsgroups to the
effect that it would no longer support newsgroups as of "early 2005" (see
below).
When I inquired about this, AOL said this new policy "was based on user

2001, 9-5 automatic climate control, times-out (turns itself off), ten
minutes after car is turned off.  Climate control has to be switched on
after car restart.  What might be the problem and is there an inexpensive
solution?

Also a Saab Newbie
Just purchased a 97 900 SE Turbo Convertible for Mrs. to drive.  Red
w/cream leather interior and black top.  80K miles and new clutch etc
done 5k ago.  Very interested in keeping this beauty running a long

Couple of questions for a new owner.  Purchased new trunk lid letters
i.e. 900, SE, SAAB, becuase the silver finish is worn off of the old
plastic and I thought that this would be a nice touch-up.  I assumed
that these would have a thru bolt of some sort, but they are self

My daughter's 88 900 turbo will not let you take the key out of the
ignition.  The car goes into reverse (5-speed stick), but the interlock to
let you turn the key all the way to "off" seems to be stuck, busted, or
just plain damn cranky.  The key turns as far as the accessory ...

What happened for Saab Variable Compression engine? It was a topic for
discussion some 5 years ago, and I believe they said it should be in
production around 2005. I think it received some awards and stuff.
I have not heard about it for long time, what happened to it? Wasn't

I've got a 1998 9000CSE.  It blows cold air (even in winter), unless
you set the temp to HI.....  Then, you get way to warm...
I noticed that the cabin air sensor fan is rubbing and will be repl
it...  

I have a 2000, 9-5, SAAB wagon.   I will be replacing the timing belt, and
the timing belt tensioner.  After calling my local SAAB dealership I was
shocked when he quoted me a price of $200 for the timing belt tensioner.
Does any one know where I could get this part cheaper?

My heated Front Driver's seat died on me today.(85 900T) Hopefully it's not
an omen.  Just curious how I'd go about troubleshooting the problem.  The
passenger seat still works, so I don't think it's a fuse.  Any guesses?  It
just went out for no reason.. I've been using it a bit ...

PING Dave Hinz
How did the investigations go? What did you find?
Most importantly .... Is it fixed?
Paul

does anyone know if there is an easy way to replace it without removing
the ENTIRE master cylinder assembly?
ben

I was quoted $200 for a pair of OEM front brake rotors at a Saab dealership
but I found much cheaper options on the eBay. Any experience with
aftermarket rotors: Zimmerman, Brembo, etc.? What are the better brands? Any
advice on pads? Where to shop online?

Just bought my first Saab, a base 2001 93 5 door hatchback with 26,000
miles.  Any advice on its care and feeding?

I have a 1985 T16  Aero (SPG in the US) for which I need a dual pole
(two spade terminals) type electrical oil pressure sending unit to fit a
B202 engine.  It has to feed both a VDO oil pressure gauge and an idiot
light.