How to Program the Headlight Switch in Your Saab 9-3!

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[@articrevised6182]

please do more Tech2 Tutorials on 9-3's!! love watching them

[@AutoAutopsy]

thanks :)

[@aaroncostello8812]

Glad you made a video for this. The useless headlight switch drove me CRAZY when I first got my '04 Arc convertible. Already had a Tech 2, got lucky, and stumbled across a random post on a Saab forum showing me which module to adjust.

[@AutoAutopsy]

nice!

[@RADThird1]

Thanks for this Jacob. All I have to do now is borrow a Tech 2!

[@AutoAutopsy]

lol!

[@henrystephens1683]

Thank you so much for this video man, been wanting to do this for a while👍🏼

[@AutoAutopsy]

No problem 👍

[@spaceexplorer6636]

Easiest way to do this is remove your “daylight running lights” fuse. Since most of us don’t have a tech-2. Problem resolved.

[@AutoAutopsy]

i'd rather just do it this way

[@lazizak6064]

Where to find a fuse in Saab 9-3 year 2005 ? daytime light driving me crazy ! Please help

[@spaceexplorer6636]

@@lazizak6064 look at fuse box inside as you open drivers door on side of dash, remove cover and read fuse description, may say “DRL”

[@lazizak6064]

@@spaceexplorer6636 I couldn’t find fuse DRL on driver side, do u think it could be in different fuses box ?

[@jdoggt1051]

@@lazizak6064 sadly in our year 9-3’s they removed the drl fuse and we now have to use a tech2.

[@MassiveTrackHunter]

Nice....the Tech2 got a bit pissy with you. XD XD Those are so fun to work with. Best money I have spent, as I have used it on each Saab since for basic setting upgrades and troubleshooting. Thanks for the tips about getting one. Worth it.

[@AutoAutopsy]

yeah, great investment imo! :)

[@superhawk20002]

Helps too if you for some random reason need light output in the front and no taillights... 😅

[@gtjgtj8334]

Thanks so much for the help and support you give us. I have a super rare 2009 9-3 (one of 41 made) 2016 scna Saab deconcourse first place with winner. Sure appreciate you!

[@AutoAutopsy]

thank you!!

[@sanfordturbo]

Just ordered my Tech2 China clone and found your channel. This headlight switch was always strange to me. Aftermarket radio dimmer needs switch in OFF to provide full brightness during day. Once they switch is OFF, the lights stay on... dumb. I'm going to reprogram that to match the switch settings when my Tech2 shows up.

[@geicokaveman5707]

Once you’ve established security access it holds that privilege until you pull into from another car. It is basically infinite access unless you change ecm or cim maybe. If just making changes like this you wouldn’t need to pull again unless had been used for security access on a different car

[@Java_NG]

You should run parking lights + fog lights as most enthusiasts do in Sweden 😊. That way you don't burn lightbulbs every 6 months + it looks much more cool 😎

[@AutoAutopsy]

nahhh i like it all off lol!

[@thezaalls]

Also the middle position should be the daytime lights, on my 2008 9-3 it just leaves the upper led strip turned on, without xenon bulbs.

[@AutoAutopsy]

yeah!

[@paidems]

How about the bottom option of daylight driving lights in the 0 position?

[@simon_illyan]

Hi, I found a strange issue with my newly bought Saab 9-5. In position 0, I have my headlights; in position 1, no headlights, but I can activate the front and rear fog lights; in position 2, I have nothing at all. The high beams should be held at ever position and do not work if you are not holding it. Any ideas about what could it be?

[@thepvppanda]

One on enabling comfort open and close would be extremely helpful 😁

[@aaroncostello8812]

You will at the very least need the correct driver door master window switch to enable this function.

[@AutoAutopsy]

not sure how to do that so i'll have to look into it

[@usmanmirza3336]

Thanks for the video..I have a 2005 saab 9-3 convertible 2.0 AERO. I had a friend program my switch to turn on and off the lights manually. Issue I am facing now is that my switch got programmed but my fog are not working and my high beams not working.. when I turn the switch off and hit my high beams on its using my low beams and high beam to flash.. weird.. is there a way to reprogam so I can have my fogs back and Use the proper high beam bulbs? Really need your help.

[@hookybit]

Can you use the tech 2 to stop the heater blower coming on full at times like putting up the roof or selecting windscreen option on the direction of air button ? i get pissed keep having to turn blower back down to zero or wherever i had it before putting up the roof

[@johanherein6956]

Thank you!

[@AutoAutopsy]

👍🏼👊🏼

[@chancock4222]

Man, I remember when this channel had about 4000 subscribers...

[@AutoAutopsy]

:')

[@ftnrbhmwk]

Now my question is, when you say your headlights are on, does that mean the parking lights are on also? Because my parking lot and headlights stay on all the time while I'm driving. I have a 2007. And will the TECH 2 solve both problem? Thank You. Kind Regards.

[@Eddyboyspatt]

Is it possible to change entire headlight with an aiming xenon light And marry with tech2?

[@dennissonin3370]

thank you very much first of all for the video. very helpful. but i have a question. what if you do have a security access requirement?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Then you need security access to do it

[@tonywhite5557]

I drive with my headlights on permanently. "I" like to think it is a Safety thing. I've owned mine for 3+ years and have only replaced 1 headlight bulb in that time. There are different QUALITY bulbs. You may pay a small percentage more, but they are (obviously?) worth it. The same can be said for most of the bulbs in your car. Pay the little bit extra! Philips, Osram etc. Not the generic Lowes, Repco brands. Interesting that they are programmable. Gonna have to try that.

[@AutoAutopsy]

I don't buy cheap bulbs if that's what you're insinuating! Sure, it can be "safer," but its not necessary during the day imo :)

[@ghosteddddd]

just got a near mint condition 2010 9-3 2.0T saab, and was wondering if you had any recommendations for a new exhaust manifold or tips that could possibly make the car louder? thanks keep up the work

[@AutoAutopsy]

exhaust manifold upgrades aren't necessary unless you're making serious power. I'd get a downpipe and full system from a company like krona or maptun

[@jetsamperes5762]

I love my '07 Saab 9-3 but I change my halogens every six months like clockwork - always quality lamps too. Every June and Dec they burn out (and it's June - the passenger just burned out last week - like I said, clockwork). I've always wished I could get the DRL to be the only lights on when the car is running during the day. I also have the left brake/tail light that I"ve replaced the socket on a few times. Just the left side. The lights work but the dummy lights on the dash say they failed.

[@AutoAutopsy]

get that switch programmed!

[@winandd8649]

So why would a Saab 9-3 use so many halogen bulbs? I don't get it. I'm daily driving a 1997 Volvo 940 for 5 years now, in which the headlights are always on when driving, and never had to replace a bulb... Does the bulbs in a Saab get a slightly higher voltage, is it a overheating problem?..

[@jakubtropek4865]

hello where you buy this tech 2?

[@Keychaincustoms._43]

Were u get ur tech 2

[@sgtLatte]

Can you do a tutorial on how to get security access on the tech 2

[@AutoAutopsy]

i paid someone to do it for me; i'm not too knowledgeable with computers. i'd recommend joining the tech2 FB group

[@AtillaTarkan]

I have 2004 9³ 2.0t vector and tester just failed the mot saying headlight leveling device is mulfubctional. I cant drive the car till its fixed. How stupid. I changed the headlight switch nothing changed. I cant find headlight leveling motor anywhere. I dont know what to do

[@AutoAutopsy]

Get it scanned with a tech2. If you have xenons, that’s likely the issue. It could be the little sensor on the on the control arm. I know 08+ have a sensor there, but I’m not sure about 03-07

[@AtillaTarkan]

@@AutoAutopsy i called a Saab dealer. They told me my car doest have that feature. I have the one with halogen lights.I went to another MOT service center and my car passed the test. The mechanic told me it should have passed the first time. I am puzzled as to why the headlight switch has headlight leveling option if the car doesn't have that feature. I posted this to a afacebook group and they told me that the car do have headlight leveling feature. Weird

[@shannoncasto2204]

I have a 07 93 aero. In the shop right now getting paint touched up. Drivers side headlight comes on then flickers and shuts off. I got a bulb and asked them to install while painting they said it was wrong bulb and they didn't know if it was the bulb or something else causing the problem. They said bulb was like 130.00 bucks. I guess what I'm asking is there any way to tell if it's the bulb or some of the other components?

[@AutoAutopsy]

could be the ballast or another part of the headlight assembly itself that went bad. I'd recommend posting about this issue on the saab FB group

[@mackenzieelan512]

Is there another scanner that can be used for this? Or another tactic? I ask because the tech 2 is extremely expensive on Amazon.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Nope. I would find someone local with one. Best place to buy one is Ali express, but you also need a laptop with security access.

[@philliparthur8672]

I have a question about rain sensors how do you know if you have them?

[@philliparthur8672]

@Dennis V5 thanks I'll check it out

[@AutoAutopsy]

There's a little black box right behind the mirror at the top of the windshield; if you don't have that, no rain sensing

[@philliparthur8672]

@@AutoAutopsy thank you and I just checked and I don't have it, thanks for your help.

[@um489306]

I had a friend help me with his tech 2 and it’s programmed.. now I can turn on and off.. PROBLEM now is that my high beams and fogs are not working.. PLEASE help me out what to do to fix it.

[@um489306]

I got a 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero covertible.

[@AutoAutopsy]

it is likely they may have changed a setting when doing the programming. I would reach back out to them and either try programming again and/or scan for codes

[@usmanmirza3336]

​@@AutoAutopsymy luck.. he lives in Chicago and I live in Toronto.. There no codes coming up with obd2

[@usmanmirza3336]

I made a video on how my lights are acting.. you have a email phone # I can send you the video to view?

[@airmaxfrank9175]

So I need a Tech2 to program headlights to work?! I just put brand new lightbulbs

[@AutoAutopsy]

To program the switch, yes..

[@MrMckenzie2403]

Where is the best place to get a tech 2. Think it will be very worth the wild to have.

[@fuhishva]

I bought mine on aliexpress. Works fine.

[@AutoAutopsy]

^

[@N290173]

Good morning sir. Question, do you know if i can program the saab 9-5 2004 aero xenon headlights from RHD to LHD?

[@AutoAutopsy]

im not sure what you're asking exactly. here's a video on how to program 9-5 lights: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJaWl4uaqbyeraM

[@pearsonshsm]

Hey buddy. So in Canada, you must have lights on whether drl or low beam. What I want are the drl on but the tail lights (parking lights) off during the day (better effect with the ice blocks). Is there a way to do that?

[@pearsonshsm]

Sorry...I didn't watch the whole thing before commenting. Great video...cheers again!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks! :))

[@jamrockrc172]

I have a question Security access, is it subscription or anyone could get

[@AutoAutopsy]

You need to download globalTIS. If you’re good with computers you can do it “free.” I paid someone

[@jamrockrc172]

@@AutoAutopsy How do I get the paid subscription where do I go.

[@walkinsmall]

I have a 2004 9-3 vert with xenon, is there a way to make the inner halogens "high beams" work? Thanks

[@AutoAutopsy]

they should work from factory

[@mnm-qi8fv]

I have the same issue. Mine only come on if I flash the high beams with the key turned off

[@walkinsmall]

@@AutoAutopsy They don't at least on my car. I have read there is a fix for the earlier 9-5's using the Flash to Pass Relay (666 Mod) by Bosch. This replaces the relay in the FR1 position (relay 666 on electrical diagram) on SAAB 9-5's 02-05 with Bi-Xenon headlights allowing your flash to pass center halogens to stay on as high beams, in addition to your xenons. (words taken from eEuroparts)

[@ruioliveira70x7]

hello, is it possible to put a button to turn on the lights with the "Auto" function on saab 9-3 2006? and would it work? or is it for the facelift?

[@AutoAutopsy]

not sure what you mean!

[@ruioliveira70x7]

@@AutoAutopsy search the part number. 12774379. can this switch install on saab 9-3 from 2006? it has the "Auto" function

[@flitegodzilla3554]

can i program the key fob without the original key? or with a key without a working remote?

[@AutoAutopsy]

no. if you lost the original key you need to find a new key with a matching ICM. this is why it's always recommended to have two keys

[@flitegodzilla3554]

@@AutoAutopsy , the car still turns on with this key but the control functions don’t work

[@AutoAutopsy]

@@flitegodzilla3554 Okay, then you can just order a replacement key and have it married by someone with a tech2!

[@flitegodzilla3554]

@@AutoAutopsy thank you so much

[@EUCXR]

I need to do this on my saab, anyone know where I can get a cheap tech2

[@AutoAutopsy]

aliexpress

[@Shiteita]

Can anyone offer an Android app reading the codes of SAABs like Tech 2?

[@AutoAutopsy]

No. It’s too old of a car

[@04josrey]

This must just be on US cars as the switch works the way you want it to on UK cars at least

[@AutoAutopsy]

not sure tbh

[@doug900S]

Fortunately, Chinese Tech2's do everything that the originals due. No difference. Unless you have it, I have instructions how to get all inclusive level 1 admin access, (no internet access required) as long as you have a laptop with Win XP and a serial port. It's a lengthy process, but only done once and you never need it again. But I'm sure since you did this video, you may already have it. Let me know, and I can send it to you.

[@TheSaab04]

Does any body has a video or guide how to marry an ecu ?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Literally just filmed this exact video actually, haha. Give me a week or so and it’ll be up 😁

[@TheSaab04]

@@AutoAutopsy I have a saab 9-5 2005 aero I bought a stage 3’ecu from a person I kind of knew! I want it to marry it to my 9-5 Thanks in advance

[@yankeeniperalta3541]

How to fuck I can put the hight beams without have to hold the stick

[@AutoAutopsy]

Turn the light switch to the on position.

[@CityTunes]

▶▶▶▶ Hey everyone, I have 2003 Saab 93 2.0t convertible and my headlights and parking lights would not turn off unless I turned the key to the off position! I found a easy fix, just remove fuse #15 daytime running lights (on my car), now I can turn them off using the headlight switch, how it should be! Only draw back is now my high beams don't work right, anyone know a fix for that?? But this is OK with me! NO more running head lights or parking lights!!

[@AutoAutopsy]

It’s likely because you removed the fuse. There is likely a way to properly program the switch with a tech2, but I’m not sure because I am only familiar with the newer generation!

[@CityTunes]

@@AutoAutopsy I cant find one a tech 2 Amazon?? can you link me one!