900 SE Convertible V6-2498cc 2.5L DOHC (1995)
On the Saab 900 Cabriolet, the TSAS control module monitors operation of the hood. Should a fault arise, hood movement is stopped and the TSAS
control module sends a pulse to pin 5 of the Saab Information Display (SID) which then displays a fault message.
The Saab 900 Cabriolet incorporates the following CHECK messages:
SID display
Cause
CHECK
- Electric motor operation of the hood is prevented
SOFT TOP
- Tonneau cover not latched at front on both sides.
- Fifth bow not latched on both sides in tonneau cover.
CHECK
- Hood not latched correctly to windshield frame
LATCHES
- Attempt to lower hood when latched to windshield frame.
CHECK TRUNK
- Hood stowage bag in boot not in its lower position.
- A large object is under the hood stowage bag and blocking the hood space.
CLOSE TRUNK LID
- Boot lid not closed, prevents raising or lowering of the hood.
Communication With ACS
If the car is equipped with an ACS (Sensonic), the Saab Information Display (SID) receives information on the system via pin 6.
Communication is of single-wire data link type. The following messages can be displayed:
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"DISENGAGE GEAR"
Displayed if input shaft speed exceeds 7000 rpm after changing gear or if neither the brake pedal nor the accelerator is depressed when the car is
stationary with a gear engaged. This message is also displayed if an attempt is made to start the engine with a gear engaged or with reverse gear
engaged and the brake pedal not depressed.
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"SHIFT DOWN"
Displayed if input shaft speed is less than 850 rpm after changing gear.
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"OVERHEATED CLUTCH"
Displayed when the clutch is overloaded (overheated).
Clock and Outside Temperature
