Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Saab 9-7x
Saab 9-7x Models:
Saab 9-7x Problems
Fuel Gauge Always Reads Full
The fuel level sender can malfunction causing the fuel gauge to always read at the full level.
Air Compressor Runs Constantly
Leaks in the air suspension can cause the air compressor to run constantly.
Engine Oil Leak at Rear Engine Cover Area
Porosity in the rear of the engine block can cause oil leakage around the rear engine cover. Porosity may be found at rear of the engine and the repair procedure in the service bulletin describes using RTV silicone sealant to fill the porosity. There is also an updated rear engine cover for when porosity is found on the gasket mating surface.
Tailgate Malfunctions Opening or Closing
The trunk module can fail causing the tailgate to malfunction when opening or closing.
Sagging Rear Suspension
Rear spring sensor malfunction can cause the rear suspension to sag requiring recalibration of the sensors.
Saab 9-7x Questions and Answers
problem is oil is getting into one spark plug but no one has a clue from where
On very slippery and snowy roads tonight, the AWD is not engaging. Only the rear wheels are spinning, making the truck very bad in the snow. There are no codes in the PCM and no MIL lights.
car is dragging and making noises when I turn
My husband changed the starter, then soon after the vehicle is now stuck in 4 wheel drive.
Oil pressure low/stop engine light on. Back in July same thing and dealer replaced sensor. replaced sensor again yesterday, said not the problem. Now today they said the MIU needs to be replaced...
Saab 9-7x Stories
Model 5.3
*side curtain airbags went off by themselves, replaced by Saab
*windshield cracked by itself, replaced by Saab
*inoperative headlight lens wipers, repaired by Sabb
*driver's electric seat inoperative, repaired by Saab
*radio & navigation system, heating & A/C controls inoperative, replaced by Saab
Overall, a lemon, a piece of junk. Was on a 27 mo. lease was was glad to dump it.
Had an '01 Lexus RX300 before this. I like the ride and handling in the Trollblazer much better. This is a really underrated vehicle. It's built on the GMT 360 platform like the Tailblazer and Envoy (and others), but the handling and ride were modified by Saab engineers. It sitts about 1 inch lower. The interior is excellent!
It has proven to be a very solid car. The only significant issue has been the power windows in sub zero temps. The don't like to come back up in really cold times at parking ramps and drive throughs.
Good in the snow.