9-3 Coupe (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B204) (1999)
FAILED OBJECT: 10473
FAULT/REASON: 62
LOCATION: 0
WARRANTY TYPE: 02
REPAIR/ACTION: 01
LABOR OPERATION: 10473
TIME: 1.4
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 9-3 3- and 5-door models within VIN Serial No. Ranges: X2000001 - X2023753
Saab 9-3 Convertible within VIN Serial No. Ranges: X7000001 - X7020971
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.
Procedure
Replace the shift lock solenoid using the following procedure:
1
Remove the gear selector lever housing.
Important
When working with a dismantled selector lever housing, be sure to protect it from damage by laying it on a soft surface, such as a clean shop rag or a
piece of foam rubber.
2
Cut the table ties.