9-5 SE Sedan (9600) V6-3.0L Turbo (B308) (1999)
Customer Satisfaction Campaign 473: Replacement of shift lock solenoid
Background
Due to contamination within the shift lock solenoid, the shifter may get stuck in Park.
A new, improved shift lock solenoid should be installed on all 9-3 models within the affected VIN Serial No. Range.
Cars affected
Saab 9-5 models within VIN Serial No. Ranges: X3000001 - X3023950
Owner Notification
As much as possible, owners of affected vehicles will be notified by Saab Cars USA, Inc.
A VIN Status List will be supplied to you prior to any owner notification. If you do not receive a Status List, this is an indication that no affected
vehicles have been sold to/by your dealership.
Please check your DCS/IRIS On-Line Recall/Campaign Inquiry to check for open campaigns.
Material:
Shift lock solenoid: 51 62 060
Tools
Numeral 8 Punch: 02 97 713
This tool can be ordered directly from Kent-Moore at 1-800-345-2233.
Stamping the campaign plate
After the car has been modified, mark the campaign plate in box A4 using a numeral "8" (Saab Special Tool P/N 02 97 713). If needed, this special tool
can be ordered directly from Kent-Moore at 1-800-345-2233.
Warranty/Time information:
See separate information.