900 L4-1985cc 2.0L SOHC (1988)
Air Bag Systems: By Symptom
SRS - Troubleshooting Advice
FILE IN S.I. Man
VOL. I
SEC. A-3
PG. 108
Service Information
SUBJECT:
SUPPLEMENTAL TROUBLESHOOTING ADVICE ISSUE: 01/88-1027
APPLICATION: 900 MODELS WITH PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM
Avoid "Shotgun Diagnosis" when making repairs. A sound understanding of the basics of electricity, coupled with proper diagnostic procedures, will
enable the technician to determine the repair. Use the guidelines given here and in the Saab supplied Service Manual (3:2, M1987-88) and the Passive
Restraint System Training Manual.
FIGURE 1 - SPECIAL LOCKING TONGUE INSTALLED AT THE "B" PILLAR.
Owner Advice
If a malfunction occurs in the Passive Belt System, an emergency locking device may be used to allow the affected shoulder belt(s) to be utilized by the
occupant. A special locking tongue (two tongues, one left and one right, stored in trunk tool kit, Figure 1), is attached at the "B" pillar which enables the
occupant to manually fasten the shoulder belt. The separate lap belt should also be fastened, as usual.
FIGURE 1 - SPECIAL LOCKING TONGUE INSTALLED AT THE "B" PILLAR.
FIGURE 2 - CONNECTING SHOULDER BELT TO THE SPECIAL LOCKING TONGUE.
Show the customer how to use the emergency locking tongue (Figure 1 and 2). If one shoulder belt is inoperative the locking tongue should be used for
