Power Train Related Problems of the 1999 SAAB 9-3

Table 1 shows four common power train related problems of the 1999 SAAB 9-3. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of SAAB 9-3


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1999 SAAB 9-3

The Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

: the contact stated the vehicle stalled while driving 45-50 mph on a snow covered highway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined the recognition cassette module failed. The dealership was not notified. There were no prior problems with the vehicle.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

When driving on the highway if traffic comes to a sudden stop, braking is horrible. The car does not grip the road it slides. When putting car into drive or reverse, car hesitates for about 30 seconds then jerks into action. The air conditioning system stopped working.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Transmission failed. Yh   Read details...


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