Check Engine Light due to Electronic Throttle Body Failure: Saab 9-5 Engine & Powertrain

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The Check Engine Light may come on because the electronic throttle body has failed. Other symptoms include loss of acceleration, a high idle or failure to return to idle, and difficulty starting.

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Saab 9-5 vehicles with this problem

9 model years affected

Average mileage: 135,417 miles

(80,000 - 225,000)

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Check Engine Light due to Electronic Throttle Body Failure on Saab 9-5

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