2000 Saab 9-5 Consumer Discussions

Saab 9-5 Transmission Questions

slipping SAAB 95 gearbox

Written by: olympiakos on Oct 12, 2009 01:36 PM

My 95 hot aero estate auto (2000) developed this problem. I had the oil changed and it kept it going for a few more months before the problem recurred. In the end the issue was addressed by changing the gearbox valve rather than the whole unit. I drove it for another year without any sign of trouble.....cost about £750 to fix. Read More...

Saab 9-5 Sedan

No heat on 2000 Saab 9.5 3.0 ltr 6 cyl

Written by: cdyoung on Jun 16, 2009 10:55 AM

Heater stopped working, is there a thermostat and where is it located? Any help would be appreciated. Already recalibrated the panel only number was 0. Thank you Read More...

Saab 9-5 Climate Control Questions

Messed up air conditioner

Written by: dslapo on Apr 12, 2009 02:35 AM

If you have a problem with cold air on one side and hot air on the other side this is a major defect in by the manufacturer and should be fix at SAAB's expense. No extended warranty will cover. We have to make a class action suit against SAAB if they do not take responsibility for defect in there manufacturing of of the 2000 9.5 SE model's air conditioning system. Read More...

Saab 9-5 Wagon

Re: random starting problem [geojoe]

Written by: dslapo on Apr 11, 2009 08:41 PM

I suggest we get a lot of us 2000 9.5 SAAB owners to start a class action law suit against SAAB USA to make them make the corrections to the defective electronic system and the gasket heads they have on the engines. They delivered a flawed product to us and we deserve to have them correct what was obviously a mechanical flaw in the manufacturing of the 2000 SAAB 9.5. ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Sedan

Re: Purchased Used 9-5 ?? [shack502]

Written by: jscottk on Apr 05, 2009 08:13 AM

You can do your research to tell for sure but buying Saabs used is a great way to go - if they check out mechanically. Like you (now I've owned two used Saabs), when I bought my first used Saab I couldn't believe the value I got for the money. I payed $8500 for a 2000, (in 2005), and $6900 for a 1999 the next year, (totalled my first). The ride is comfortable, roomy, driving ... Read More...

Saab 9-5 Brakes

2000 Saab 95

Written by: debbiek1 on Oct 15, 2008 05:35 PM

Brakes are hard as rock. I have been told Master Cylinder or brake booster (vacuum booster? not sure if this is the same as brake booster). Does anyone know what would cause this and how pricey to fix? Read More...

Saab 9-5 Transmission Questions

Re: 2003 9-5 Automatic transmission slipping [maw3]

Written by: olympiakos on Sep 04, 2008 10:44 AM

My 2000 Saab 9-5 Hot Aero Estate has developed a similar problem. I had the transmission oil changed and that fixed the slipping for 6 months but now it has returned. Not sure what is best. I have only noticed the problem when cold and in reverse and 1-2. Once the car has warmed up it functions normally and I haven't noticed any slippage 2-3. Did you fix your problem? Read More...

Saab 9-5 Sedan

Cooling system problem 9.5 2000 v6

Written by: cdyoung on May 03, 2008 01:10 PM

I am in the process of replacing my heater bypass valve. Does anyone know of any special precautions for refilling the cooling system. My older saabs had air valves which allowed all the air to escape when refilling. Please let me know your experience. thank you. BTW 99K and extremely satisfied with my car Read More...

hard to start..with white smoke and smeel of fuel

Written by: h20man5 on Mar 14, 2008 01:04 PM

2001 Saab 9-5 with 87000 miles.. I have had this car for 7 months.. have already spent almost 2000 on it. It now is hard to start in the mornings for the first start but gets better through out the day. It is in a garage which is about 45 degrees right now. It will emit a bit of smelly white smoke with a slight smell of fuel upon start up and will run rough for about five seconds ... Read More...

Some thoughts?

Written by: zene on Feb 15, 2008 09:00 AM

I have a saab 95 Aero, 2000. For the past two weeks or so, I'll start the car in the morning, reverse out of the driveway, put the car in drive...and all that happens is the engine revs, car doesn't move...then suddently jumps forward and drives fine?!??! A couple times it also did that when I just slowed down to turn a corner (then it felt like it was going to stall). ... Read More...