Saab Hands Free | Saab 9-3 Bluetooth | Saab 9-3 2007 Bluetooth

[@sixersfan105.]

Just a heads up for those in the USA...Saab didn't come out with Bluetooth in the US market until 2009.

[@CycloneCyd]

Hi Benjamin, thanks for watching and for the new info. I'm UK based but I've received conflicting advice about this feature in the US. I've previously been told it was never available in the US, but it's good to know it was available from 2009. I also wonder, if you have a US 2007/8 car and can get a 2nd hand Bluetooth module from Europe (or buy a new spare, though they are pricey) could it be fitted and programmed in ('turned on' with Tech2)?? Also, what is the legal position on using a mobile whilst driving in the US these days? Am I correct in believing it is still legal in some states?

[@sixersfan105.]

Sure thing. Yes, it was a standard feature stateside from 2009 through 2011. You are correct that 2007 and 2008 vehicles can also be retrofitted with the official Bluetooth module. That said, you're almost better off putting in an aftermarket head unit radio/nav/Bluetooth etc. with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto built-in, but I suppose that's a matter of opinion. Cell phone driving laws vary from state to state but at this point, most require the use of a Bluetooth or other "hands-free" device to talk while driving. In some states, police can pull you over if they see you holding a cell phone while driving, while in other states, it is considered a secondary offense.

[@CycloneCyd]

@@sixersfan105. Hi Benjamin, thanks for the comprehensive reply, that's really useful to know and I'm sure it'll help out others. Yeah, it's touch and go whether to retrofit or go for a head unit. Depends which OE head unit you have and whether you can get a Bluetooth module at a reasonable price. Here in the UK and across most of Europe, simply holding a mobile in your hand will net you a fine and points. Using a phone as sat-nav (or music source) is ok as long as it's in a cradle. There are no specific rules on placement so you see numb-skulls with it right in the middle of the screen, but this is likely to net you fine/points for "driving without due care" as we call it.

[@sixersfan105.]

Happy to help. Yeah, cradles are permitted in the US, too. It's easy to find an aftermarket head unit that "plays nice" with Saabs from 2007 to 2011 because they are essentially standard GM wiring. But I know lots of people would prefer to keep their Saabs OEM/stock, which is understandable.

[@chrisharrison5162]

Ty I was just about to ask

[@johnswift7347]

Answers every question easy and precise love watching thanks

[@CycloneCyd]

And thank you John. Which flavour 9-3 have you got?

[@johnswift7347]

@@CycloneCyd I've got a 2005 9-3 vector convertible in chilli red

[@CycloneCyd]

@@johnswift7347 This won't be applicable to a 2005, but chilli red - lovely, I wanted a red one but could only find Ice Blue

[@johnswift7347]

@@CycloneCydonly bought it 2 months ago needs a bit of work but will get there

[@CycloneCyd]

@@johnswift7347 lovely, nice to hear someone is #savinganothersaab. Many of my videos should be helpful, but there are some significant differences in the electrical systems between 03-06 model years and 07MY on. Visually the 07MY on has the "facelift" dash and the BIG difference is anything ICE related and naturally, this includes the phone interface. If your ICE system has amp(s) then it has fibre optic links - which can be a pain.

[@Ethankeenan02]

Thanks mate very helpful video iv got a 07 vert 9-3 vector anniversary never using aux again 😎

[@LuisPerez-tt2nl]

many thanks to you my friend has a sob for 2 years she didn't use the mobile phone I was able to fix it with your help thank you very much man in regards and may you have the best in the future to you and your family

[@CycloneCyd]

Thanks for the kind words Luis. Much appreciated and glad your friend is sorted out.

[@mickuk9700]

thanks been on all day trying to get mine to work

[@CycloneCyd]

What was the outcome?

[@vazza7504]

Another great helpful video, gonna try this in a bit on my 2006 9-3 diesel estate, dash different but do have those buttons, on my 2006 on top of dash I have a separate display, (looks like the telly tubby's live there) :-) give it a try and let you all know how I get on. Edit, my mistake, just popped out to try this, steering wheel buttons are different, ah well never mind. Fitted a dongle instead works a treat, music too. :-)

[@CycloneCyd]

The 2007 model year had a 'facelifted' dash and all new electrics (no more optical fibres), so this method is strictly for '07MY on. 03-06 are different and need a phone module in the boot. What dongle did you use? Does it allow you to take calls as well as play music?

[@vazza7504]

@@CycloneCyd yer, allows me to play music from phone, even KZbin audio while I watch. :-) will update later, my son sent me it off amazon. Came this morning. Little Prezzie for my new car. Easy to set up, even myself figured it out without bothering with instructions. Will look for model name later on the box. Bought some hub nut plastic caps too, even have 4 round caps for locking wheel nut. Gonna take nuts out few at a time, wire brush em, paint black to protect them, bit rusty at the moment. Smear of rubber grease on inside of caps, should be great, gloss black in colour on standard saab silver wheels. Comes with removal tool. Waiting on center wheel caps now, blue background saab jobs. :-) name of Bluetooth dongle, plugs in cigarette lighter socket is zealife Bluetooth FM transmitter, duel USB ports too. Link to device. www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q82LRDK/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_fabt1_1IwUFbXZBZYYJ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

[@stevensugarman5183]

FWIW I saw your presentation and although I've had my 9-3 sport wagon since it was new, I'd never paired my cell. Unfortunately, even though the whell has the phone buttons, my settings doesn't show any option for phone connection?

[@guitarlover302]

Very helpful as ever ! Thank you 🙏

[@CycloneCyd]

👍👍🤘

[@martinteefy5098]

When you said the phone system was only certain models or an optional extra, is it possible to add/arm that optional system via Tech2? I'm able to programme the car via cables I've got.....

[@CycloneCyd]

Yes. you'll need a Bluetooth module. Fit it and turn on the feature via T2

[@martinteefy5098]

@@CycloneCyd The car has a grey metal car cradle mount point with 4 holes to the left of the central console, does this mean it has the bluetooth module? How can I tell the bluetooth module is installed?

[@Damian-el1sw]

Hello. I got SAAB 93 II 2006 Vector and i cant really connect phone (iPhone 6S+) . However i have CarPlay on Wheel. When i click it nothing happens. Car was bought 4 months ago and as i see it comes from France. Could you give me a tip maybe? However very useful video. Thanks!

[@carlbmmgill6527]

I have just bought a nice 2008 1.9 TID vector sport cabriolet - when i go into settings i dont have an option to add a phone - which seems very odd? Anyone else had same issue?

[@turgaykasarci5351]

I have a question... I have a 2007 saab 9-3 2.0t vector... It has this bluetooth module and same multimedia unit like yours but having a problem. I can connect my phone and it appears on main screen like yours (my phone is xiaomi 13t) but I tried with different phones, after having a connection, 4-5 minutes later connection lost and can not connect never again till I restart the car... What is your opinion with that? THe other question is; can I add another bluetooth module?

[@ruvoxy7882]

Hi mate all the buttons on my steering wheel is not working is the problem a fuse must be changed ? Saab 93 2007

[@getwynne6717]

Even though my Saab 93 2008 Linear SE has red and green phone buttons on the steering wheel, I don't think it has Bluetooth settings. I have been into settings but no phone option. As far as I know, it was an unfinished option for many lower end 93s.

[@CycloneCyd]

Hi, the phone feature was always an option, but all wheels have the buttons. You can buy a module and have it added.

[@albanitlondon4147]

@@CycloneCyd can you send the link for the module please. I have a saab 9-3 aero 2007.

[@vinnettalvaranga6938]

Hiya @CycloneCyd ....thanks for helping me set up and pair my phone with my Saab 93 Cabriolet Linear 2012, worked a treat for a week... but I pressed the clr button too long and now there's no phone option under settings!! I tried taking out F14 fuse turned on the car and off again. Popped the fuse back in but still no phone option. Can you help me please 🙏 Blessings

[@partticle2222]

Other than phone calls .. could you play youtube or other playable apps on that bluetooth connection? ThX!

[@CycloneCyd]

NO, calls only

[@partticle2222]

@@CycloneCyd ahh.. okay thanks Cyd!!

[@lubomirslavkov2064]

Hi folks, hi mate, thank you for usefull video! My car is Saab 93 Vector, 1,9 TiD, January 2007, sport combi. It is equipped with fabric Delphi Grundig bluetooth module and make connection and works only with iPhone. When I try to pair with my Samsung A50, or A70, or any other android smartphone the connection is only for 2 minutes and after breaks down. I red somewhere that after 2008 Saab engineers had changed this module with new one which works with all smartphones properly. Do you know something about that or if you have any contacts with somebody who can help me to fix this issue. It's easy to install parrot or something like that but I prefer original type of my car. Appreciate every advise!

[@CycloneCyd]

My 2007 works fine with every Android I've had. maybe a faulty module? Or some mystery setting on the phones?

[@gamingofthelegend3907]

Is the Saab reliable? Will probably be using it as my first car and will keep it for a couple years

[@CycloneCyd]

Any Saab 9-3 is between 9 and 17 years old now, so you have to recognise that any 'old' car will require some work. Generally speaking though, yes they are good reliable cars.

[@gamingofthelegend3907]

Cyclone Cyd ok thank you very much looking at the cost in the U.K. I’m probably most definitely going to buy one

[@gilthomas8020]

I do have everything installed for receving the phone and on the wheel, is all for answering by bluetooth but same, it dont appear on the setting menu. Can we "update" the menu of the car? (SAAB 9-3 07 convertible)

[@HardstyleInfect]

Hey, Im about to buy a 9-3 2002 Saab, gonna look at it in a couple of days and then decide, in the description they say that the car has bluetooth and aux, you think that even in 2002 it was an option?

[@CycloneCyd]

2002? So previous version to mine (aka OG9-3). Bluetooth, no must be an aftermarket kit. Aux? Probably.

[@larsblankenfjell9814]

Same with me, I have scrolled in the settings menu, and found a lot of things, but no phone. Even if the Saab 93 sport combi is a 2011, I guess its not prepared for the bluetooth

[@CycloneCyd]

It was mostly an option and rarely standard fit. If you can find an Anniversary edition being broken, the bluetooth unit is under the centre console, next to the gearstick mechanism. Fit it to yours and use Tech2 to turn it on.

[@ramoarkaa-el1299]

can you use it thoplay music trough Bluetooth?

[@CycloneCyd]

No, that it can't do

[@simonhyde1811]

Hi, got a 2007 93 vector and tried pairing phone, but no options in the settings mode work..any ideas ?

[@CycloneCyd]

If you're not finding the items in the menu, then you haven't got the bluetotth option fitted. You can get new or secondhand Bluetooth modules and have it added with Tech2

[@simonhyde1811]

Sorry to sound stupid, what's Tech2 ?

[@gurjaapsingh9658]

Hi, I just go a saab 9-3 turbo 2012 in u.s. I don't know if it has bluetooth. I bought it private owner.

[@CycloneCyd]

If it's not in the SID menu, then you haven't got it. In 2007 it was brought in for Euro cars only because using a mobile at the wheel was made illegal around then.

[@terre5489]

I have a 04 earo and just installed a Bluetooth module today (it didnt even have aux) but now that i installed it i can only listen to music and nothing else also my other buttens like the take call button or the next button still do nothing as wel. Is there any fix to this? I hate to manually change my songs on my phone while driving and ontop of that its illegal XD

[@jalmagro36]

I paired the phone and I can call but I can't hear BT audio or even connect the phone to aux by cable and use wheel controls

[@jarkkoeronen6592]

Is that bluetooth phone calls only or can i listen to music too ?

[@CycloneCyd]

Phone calls only

[@tinamagnuson2]

My 2006 9-3 I was told wasn't really operational for bluetooth. Is there a way to correct that? Also when my phone is charging I get radio antenna interference

[@CycloneCyd]

Are you using a USB adapter? Or a cheap charger? Buy a recognised brand.

[@sharontenteclarke]

Thank for your help, I just bought a 2007 9.3 convertible turbo it had no manual in the car. Is there a way you can email me the pages on how to set-up a new phone please?

[@CycloneCyd]

Sharon Tente-Clarke The concept I have developed behind including printed pages in my videos is that when a viewer needs to read the information, they can simply pause the video for as long as they need. This achieves a number of objectives: # the video is shorter overall but with a high informational content # it saves on data download usage for phone viewers # it allows the viewer to copy the data by [full] screen printing # the viewer can pick and choose the info that's relevant to them # the viewer is 'rescued' from listening to me prattle on. It takes a surprising amount of time and effort to produce these videos and it is primarily a 'hobby' for me. Printed screens reduce the total effort required on my part to produce the video. This in turn allows me to produce more videos on more subjects within my limited spare time. Do let me know what information you particularly need that isn't already included and I am happy to make a short supplementary video showing the relevant pages.

[@sharontenteclarke]

I am having problems finding the phone under the settings, and yet it has the phone buttons in the car. Do you have any ideas what is going on? Appreciate any help you can give me.

[@CycloneCyd]

Yes, a Saab "quirk". it seems that cars had the buttons on the wheel but the feature itself requires a module which is an optional extra on the price list! Bpnkers, I know!

[@sharontenteclarke]

I have another question for you. Have you ever replaced your headlight washers? If so, how would you proceed to do it.

[@CycloneCyd]

Sharon Tente-Clarke I've never changed the headlight washers but you will need to get behind them. That means removing the bumper. Look through my videos there is one for removing the bumper. once you've got it off all should become clear.

[@baktashzameer4193]

Hello. Where did you get that badge that's on your steering wheel?

[@CycloneCyd]

Baktash Zameer Hi there. 1st: thanks for watching, hope it was useful. I took the airbag and switch packs off the car and painted them with Plasticote satin black (I hated the 'grey' and silver look and it was a bit scruffy) eBay item 232344833734, but you can get it loads cheaper elsewhere (I went to The Range). The badge is a transfer sticker from an eBay seller named vimage.signs.and.decals - item 172484517612 he will make them to any size you want - those are 50mm - and a range of colours. Thinking about it I should have got light blue to go with the car which is Ice Blue - DOH! Cheers, let me know how you get on.

[@baktashzameer4193]

Thanks for the quick response. It's a very interesting mod and looks great. Which colors did you get? Looks like pink with black background. Is that right?

[@CycloneCyd]

Baktash Zameer no it's white on satin black. must be sun light giving it that pink hue

[@maggiebacon5937]

Thanks works well but is there a simple way to set in names and numbers?

[@CycloneCyd]

Apparently there is! I've been trying to get hold of an infotainment instruction manual to find out and do more video, but they are like hen's teeth 😂

[@lpsash6027]

Hi, I have s 2011 model and trying to connect phone through aux yo play audio books or music but event hough connected no sound only for calls ? Can you help ?

[@CycloneCyd]

Bluetooth on these only does calls. For music you'll have to use a lead to the physical aux socket

[@lpsash6027]

Thank you, I actually got it going. I bought a cable one into phone and one into radio port. I was already Bluetooth connected. Then I went into phone via another another channel to connect my phone audio to auto. When done it now works perfectly from the phone. Thank you though I really appreciate it.

[@goldifreckles9868]

@@lpsash6027 how did you do that? I have an aux cord but can only play music through my phone.

[@lpsash6027]

@@goldifreckles9868 I plugged in cord to hole in radio aux point, other end of cable into phone, then I changed the setting on the phone .. search on KZbin how to change the phone setting so it would play through aux on car radio..unable to remember now... then I pressed play on phone still no sound unplugged from radio and plugged back in and with this magic cord it works for anything on phone to radio system. Hope this is a help, if still no go let me know and I will search gor where I found what to change on phone, I do remember it was in setting and that made it work, it was phone and not car 😀

[@Hannanspara]

Hey! I connected my phone to my Saab 9-3 2007 but I can’t pay anything on it. It shows me that I’m connected or if I’m on the phone with someone, but it doesn’t have any sound. Is there anyway to contact it to the speakers? Because if I have my CD in I only can here the music from my CD or my UXD, and how can I connect my number? Because it’s not showing me my number

[@CycloneCyd]

When you are in a call adjust the call volume with the volume knob. It may be set on zero. Call volume is seperate to music volume

[@papahzitto3273]

Its the same in a 2005?

[@CycloneCyd]

No. 03-06 model years are completely different. 07 model year brought a whole update to the electrics round the whole car - and in particular got rid of that awful optical system in the ICE.

[@roadrunnatv998]

Can the 2006 convertible do the same as well???

[@CycloneCyd]

All versions, 2007MY on only, and only if optional Bluetooth module fitted (can be retrofitted)

[@CycloneCyd]

See my brakes codes video for model year clarification kzbin.info/www/bejne/anTKeKd4ga57aM0

[@Hadassah_Life]

I have a 2009 93 TID Estate, however in my settings when I scroll, phone never appears? I must be doing something wrong in this simple process.

[@65BigNorm]

My phone connects ok but it doesn't recognise the names in my phone book. I ask it to "call" and it replies "name or a number" and I say "name". It then replies "The name please". It doesn't matter what name I say or if I spell it out it just keeps coming back with "please repeat the name" and after a few failed attempts it says "cancel" and turns off. Any ideas please?

[@omonoiara19621962]

My 2007 Saab 93 1.8 shows no phone on settings... Why? Pls help

[@ww_melon1418]

My car has the system equipped but the setting menu does not come up

[@bristolflyer3300]

Hi, I can connect to the unit in the fashion shown - both phone (Galaxy A3) and car happy with connection, phone model displays on the dash... BUT as soon as I try to use the phone either through the car OR from the phone direct it just drops the connection - any ideas??

[@CycloneCyd]

does the phone connect okay to other bluetooth devices? If it does, that suggests it's the car's bluetooth module. It's under the console somewhere - behind gear change I think. Check all connections first - incl wiring to the stereo. the microphone is in the overhead console near the front

[@rastislavzima]

Hi. I had a simmilar problem with phone (Motorola E2) not reconnecting to the car (for example when i turn off the car, leave and than return and start it, or when bt is switched off/on). Than i've installed the "Bluetooth Auto Connect" app which solved the problem. I have options "Set Last Device" and "Bluetooth On" switched on.

[@chocolateboy8507]

phone is connected bt cant play music ..how to solve

[@lowriderrt2000]

This only works for cars in Europe. Not American cars.

[@CycloneCyd]

lowriderrt2000 Thanks for this. I have checked the NAS versions of the handbook and you are correct, this feature was only available (as an option) in European cars from 2007MY. As far as I can tell the introduction of the feature coincides with moves across Europe to make hand-held mobile use illegal whilst driving. For anyone interested the [up to date] UK law on the matter is explained here: www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/know-how/mobile-phone-laws/ Many thanks

[@klein2042]

That phone button taunts me every time I get into the car. I need to find a way to bypass it

[@jamesbarratt593]

Not on 2006 as steering wheel buttons different

[@CycloneCyd]

Correct.

[@jamesbarratt593]

@fk god never bothered. Except I did read the book in the glove box. Said something about 2006 and back different system with different options and not all systems would work on all mobiles. Crap like that. Upon reading that I went, oh well and gave up.

[@kevingreese]

I don’t have the phone options I have a 2009 Saab 93

[@CycloneCyd]

It was an option. You can retrofit it if you can get a bluetooth module

[@nargialataria3849]

My car doesnt have phone settings what to doo?????

[@CycloneCyd]

All Saabs have the buttons on the wheel, but if the settings don't come up in the SID, then you haven't got the Bluetooth module fitted to the car. You could get a 2ndhand module fitted and have the feature turned on by Tech2.

[@klein2042]

Any way to bypass it in the US version? They locked it in mine

[@CycloneCyd]

Howdy E-Series, welcome aboard. AFAIK the Bluetooth option was never fitted to US version from the factory. It was an option for Euro cars only, though you've probably got the same steering wheel with the phone buttons (all Euro cars did too even though few had Bluetooth). On Euro cars, the harnessing is all there and so you can fit a Bluetooth module (behind side trim in boot) and activate it via Tech2. I don't know if this is the case with US versions - I rather doubt it, but it's worth a look (the 2007 US handbook makes no mention of phone functionality). If the harness is there, you'll need to source a module either new or 2ndhand probably from someone in Europe.

[@klein2042]

Cyclone Cyd The power of Amazon my friend. So my quest for a Bluetooth thing begins!

[@CycloneCyd]

@@klein2042 seek out Saab Nuts! group on facebook and for your first post ask for member's advice. I'm sure I've seen others talking about this. It's a worldwide group based out of UK and is very good

[@johnsta0492]

Think you skipped abit how do you get to the menu

[@CycloneCyd]

Oh yeah. Never realised. use the 'info' up & down buttons.

[@jasonrathbun5525]

I have a 2010 Saab 9-3 and I don’t have phone option

[@anthonym2277]

Funny how you skip the part that shows how to get to the phone setting in the car

[@darrenlike]

He didn't skip that part

[@Themeparkenthusiast_Kian]

I did this and I couldn’t find the name on my phone

[@CycloneCyd]

Make sure the phone is scanning AFTER the car becomes discoverable. You're looking for UHP.

[@Themeparkenthusiast_Kian]

@@CycloneCyd I have put it just won’t work

[@lupeakadanny]

I just want to listen to music lol and my Bluetooth doesn’t work 🫣 😩