9-3 SE Sedan (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B204) HO (1999)
Control Assembly: Customer Interest
A/C - Temperature Control Knob Loose
MI No. 870-2270
PI No.
Date: December 2000
Distr. all
9-3
The temperature control knob loosens and the spindle in the control panel breaks
Cars affected
Saab 9-3 M98-with manual climate control (MCC).
Background
The splines of the temperature control knob can crack and cause the knob to loosen. When attempting to replace the knob, the spindle can break.
The procedure and fitting kit described in this SI should be used upon customer complaint. The entire control panel does not need to be replaced.
Make certain the car has the latest cable (yellow) and that the steps outlined in SI 854-2205 have been performed.
Symptoms
The temperature control loosens and the spindle in the control panel breaks.
Parts required
53 30 923 Fitting kit that contains spindle, lever, spring and ball
Procedure To remove
1.
Remove the glove box.
2.
Remove the side panel on the right side of the centre console.
