Solving the MOST ANNOYING Saab 9-3 Problem!

Today I solve the issue of the SID knob not working properly in my 2003 Saab 9-3. Who else has had this issue? Comment below
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[@hiya1234567899]

USE ELECTRICAL CLEANER INSEAD. Works better and longer. And it’s MADE FOR ELECTRONICS

[@patriksonestad8208]

Absolutley. WD40 will clog it up eventually. The problem is dust, and WD40 will clean it out at first, then attract even more dust.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks for the tip, Jordan!

[@brianbird3756]

**plastic safe** electrical cleaner

[@caffina5882]

What spray do you recommend. Certain brand?

[@brianbird3756]

I've used them all at work, as long as it's plastic safe, you're good.

[@klein2042]

Mine is the complete opposite. You need to turn it slowly and gently otherwise it goes apeshit

[@AutoAutopsy]

Lol, can't win :(

[@zmenace7463]

Same bro 😂💀

[@andygy2011]

Mine is exactly the same have to turn it slowly

[@vtr0104]

Me trying to adjust hour on my clock: 1 click Clock: Jumps 4 hours ahead Also me: I guess we use our phones anyway...

[@shantel903]

Same. I have to turn it slow af

[@ShiveringSwe]

Didn't know it could be fixed that easy, thanks!

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@richardmmoulds]

Thanks for this. Worked for me. The display was just not responding to the rotary selector but all good now. Note for anyone who tries this and it doesn't appear to fix the problem. Follow AA's advice and then just leave it alone for a few days. Mine worked perfectly after that.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Awesome :)

[@WestSideJooo]

Good job but I wouldn't necessarily use WD40, as the oil might attract dust and other debree and end up making it worse after some time. Electronic contact cleaner would be better for a more long term solution.

[@hiya1234567899]

WestSideJooo I agree. WD-40 when it dries it may cause more problems and cause High Resistance in the switch

[@AutoAutopsy]

Thanks for the tip

[@MikeAspireMedia]

Thank you! Needed to see this

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@bryanswenson1452]

Nice info. Thanks Auto dude.

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@wheelup9363]

Oh I thought this was just a SAAB thing and I thought maybe the engineers were trolling us lol Thanks for showing how to fix it buddy!

[@AutoAutopsy]

lol

[@webbit1518]

Thanks man!! I have a 2004 saab 9.3 arc. My clock resets on its own all the time...now im having a alert that goes off with no visual symbols. Sounds like morse code.7 chirps followed by 4 chirps then it stops for 5 min and repeats again.

[@AutoAutopsy]

it probably wouldn't hurt to disconnect the battery for a few minutes to do a hard reset on the car

[@CardboardSliver]

Try changing the time with that knob during daylights savings while it's going bonkers :.D Looks like I'm gonna need to do this to all my Saab Knob in the Aero haha

[@AutoAutopsy]

LOL

[@mex3000cf]

Do you have a video or any advice on how to fix Reset and Customize buttons that are stuck in and not able to use them?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Probably just broken. You might be able to pry them out and just replace the button

[@A-IGarage]

Can you please tell me how can i remove the tuner knobe from the stereo. I have a Saab 9-3 Vector SS

[@AutoAutopsy]

Same process

[@jordonrichard2044]

Awesome Tip!! I’m gonna try this.

[@AutoAutopsy]

great

[@DuckSongFan]

Hi, question: I found a 2002 9-3 SE Hatchback for $900. The owner said the car dies randomly after startup sometimes and the RPMs go up randomly. Would this be a cheap fix? I’ve never owned a Saab before. Also, it has 167k miles on it.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Could be the alternator

[@mehmetbektas9556]

I will try that, thanks for the video. Another problem I have in my Saab 93 2003, I have handsfree buttons on steering but I have no connection in the main menu, so I dnt know if I have handsfree or not..

[@AutoAutopsy]

not sure what you're referring to exactly, sorry!

[@mehmetbektas9556]

@@AutoAutopsy I don't have connection setup in the settings menu to be able to connect my phone via Bluetooth. But I have handsfree button on the steering wheel.

[@hermanshelton3660]

Thank you. I'll do that as soon as I get back to my old buddy.

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@sergvillarreal]

This is awesome! Thank you so much!!!!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@akadjfuse]

Omg, gonna do that right now, literally a pain in the ass setting the clock!

[@AutoAutopsy]

Haha!

[@SJSOmar]

Can I use Wd-40 except the ones for bikes chains and stuff I heard it repels dust or dirt not sure should be similar ?

[@AutoAutopsy]

I just used generic WD-40

[@dnafpv]

No use dielectric spray from any auto parts store

[@tpdtopcop2010]

Thanks my knob has been wonky for couple yrs now. Will try this.

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@babykirbyman]

Cool video thanks for this. But i have a question , I have a 2005 9-3 linear and i wanted to know is it possible to swap out radios from other 9-3's or a climate control unit ( i dont have climate control) Does the unit fit and work the same or no? Same with the radios. I have the basic radio in mine. TY.

[@ConfermentRM]

youll need a tech 2 to divorce yours and marry the icm2 or 3. i recommend the ICM 2 and youll need the corresponding amps! make sure the parts you swap are from 2003-2006 :)

[@AutoAutopsy]

What he said ^

[@babykirbyman]

@@ConfermentRM Ty , what do you mean by icm2 or 3? sorry im new to saabs. Im trying to learn as much as i can. So i will need the amp from under the Driver seat correct? And are they just plug and play? Lastly is there a forum or website with this type of information so i dont have to keep bothering you. Sorry for all the questions... :3

[@ConfermentRM]

@@babykirbyman The ICM1 is the one you currently have with no screen. ICM 2 has the smaller screen and is the most reliable one. ICM3 has the naviagtion and is much more of a pain to make work as youll need the DVD player for the NAVI and various components of. You will need AMP1 that goes under the drivers Seat and the one in the rear of the car, left quarter panel which is AMP 2 which powers 2 rear 6x9 speakers on the rear shelf. you should have all the wiring with nothing connected. (off topic its same as the locking gas cap that we have the option for, if you pull back the fabric on the right rear passengers side trunk, youll see the connector.. lol.)

[@ConfermentRM]

@@AutoAutopsy I am very knowledgeable my friend! If you have any questions about anything I would be more than happy to help. I worked at eEuroparts.com for 2 years, and had all the Saab fan base contact me directly! I like viewing your videos because I am happy to see someone saying how things are with Saab...most people I know that drive them has stuff so backwards. Appreciate the comment back!

[@raechelschultz1952]

What’s wrong with a Saab 2004 arc if the Saab information display says gearbox malfunction contract Saab dealership?????? HELP!!!!!

[@AutoAutopsy]

have the codes read with a tech2, join some facebook groups, search forums

[@videogregor]

Better to set clock to set by a RDS.

[@videogregor]

And clean the encoder by isopropyl alcohol.

[@AutoAutopsy]

It doesn’t set to the proper time that way

[@OG_DSM]

@@AutoAutopsy my RDS works just fine 👌

[@dnafpv]

Sometimes they RDS has issues with daylight savings time

[@OG_DSM]

@@dnafpv I guess it depends in what timezone your located. Here in NY I don't have issues with it. My 09 also doesn't have issues with RDS.

[@squirrely9415]

Can vouch, does in fact work, just had to do it with mine, but as seen in another comment, electronic cleaner would be the better option

[@AutoAutopsy]

for sure.

[@johngoeke6530]

I would point out you don’t want to spray WD40 or contact cleaner on electronics that are energized, can cause shorts/damage potentially

[@AutoAutopsy]

Good point

[@emrullahcvak4714]

THANKS FOR ALL VİDEOS CAN U EXPLAİN HOW CAN WE REMOVE ALL THİS PANEL OUT CUSTOMİZE CLEAN AND LİGHTS FULL OF THİS PART COMPLETELY THANKS SİR

[@AutoAutopsy]

Should be able to pop it off fairly easily!

[@emrullahcvak4714]

Auto Autopsy thanks ı will try it

[@joseantoniomartinez7458]

Sabes por q las abujas de mi carro se apagan y se prenden

[@supersammy00]

Thank you for sharing this ill be sure to use it on mine asap. I have the same issue with the selector knob on my radio I assume it would work there as well. They look like the same type of selector.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Probably, give it a try!

[@jonathankarlsson9644]

My esp Button is ststuck and I cant turn it on now its winter here in sweden so how can i fix that

[@AutoAutopsy]

Take the button off and unstick it lol

[@jonathankarlsson9644]

Yeah i know but is stuck hahah i cant get it out i did try with a knife but did bend The rest of The bord 😅

[@frankgrant2054]

How do I turn off my traction control!?

[@AutoAutopsy]

ESP button

[@TechCars]

WD40 :-) The solultion to many things. Great work!

[@AutoAutopsy]

;)

[@caffina5882]

O my god this has plauged me since I've ever had my car. Thanks so much for this. ALSO WHY AM I ONLY GETTING 17 MPG COMBINED.

[@happysawfish]

Only 17 mpg - we might need a wee more information my friend to produce any meaningful diagnosis. Year, model, engine, trans, mileage, oil consumption, maintenance history, your length of ownership, and when did you observe the change in the mpg, or has it been the same for your period of ownership. All that would be good for starters.

[@AutoAutopsy]

What he said ^

[@dnafpv]

Mine gets 16mpg in town and 33mpg on the highway over long trips so my guess is your mostly stop and go and there may not be any issue

[@dvolker03]

Hello sir. Can you swap the 2007+ infotainment and climate control into the 03-06 9-3s?

[@koyot1111]

yea,i would like to know that too..

[@konusRTV]

Yes, but you need basicly all dashboard and a lot of money

[@AutoAutopsy]

Not really possible, unless you got A LOT of time, money, and skills

[@dvolker03]

Auto Autopsy So basically no 😂 thank you for your reply

[@beefchops1400]

That’s a really quick way to sort your KNOB! 😎😂🙈

[@AutoAutopsy]

Oh

[@MGalaxy]

Good to know.

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@4himjdh]

...great tip - 'contact cleaner' will also work...

[@AutoAutopsy]

definitely

[@soringabriel8991]

Great. Thanks.

[@AutoAutopsy]

:)

[@jumbojack1979]

WD-40 electrical contact cleaner did the trick for me. The dial doesn’t act like a dipshit anymore.

[@AutoAutopsy]

yep!

[@HomeyDepot]

You know that oil breakdown the wires outer covering and will cause short over time.

[@siahmisd1678]

Quick question. I got a 2003 Saab 9-3 linear, and was wondering what would be the best exhaust or exhaust system for it without giving up some performance of getting rid of stock muffler/system. Also I’m not really looking to remap the whole exhaust system but if I have to I will.

[@AutoAutopsy]

No exhaust system is going to hurt your performance, so don't worry about that. If you want the best, look into krona. If you're on a budget, get something custom done from the catback. You'll find the biggest gains from an upgraded downpipe though

[@Y-two-K]

My 2003 Saab 9-3s info button won’t come loose, seems held in by plastic :(

[@AutoAutopsy]

The actual button? You need a fine pick or something to reach behind the button and actually pull it out

[@Y-two-K]

@@AutoAutopsy Sorry, not button, I meant knob. Although I did pull the faceplate section off, which you didn't seem to do, so maybe that has something to do with it?

[@thingserik7269]

One knob many functions = undesirable. This takes me back to the days of owning midi/sample modules.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Would you rather have more buttons then there already is on this busy dash? lol

[@thingserik7269]

I do like the look of the 9-3s with all buttons. Not sure what years they are. However, there must be a one knob display just like yours in there.

[@curtplum9]

2 years later. How’s the knob?

[@AutoAutopsy]

Still good!

[@wofy1970]

HI again, don't use WD40 for that job as it does leave a oil residue, plus working on the car with the power on is risky even though it is only 12V if a small spark occures there is the risk that the WD40 goes up in flames. Use a dry contact cleaner first of all it is specific for this job plus there is no risk as it is not flamable and it leave no oil residue as it evaporates quite quickly

[@AutoAutopsy]

thanks for the tip

[@koyot1111]

WD40 is not flamable!

[@TheWatchman879]

Use 'Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner', not WD-40. It dries quickly and made for electronics.

[@AutoAutopsy]

Yeah, that'll work too!

[@MyJarrus]

luckily my 9-3 is the facelift and doesn't come with the milkions buttons

[@AutoAutopsy]

Yeah, one of the reasons I like my TX interior more!

[@brandonpittman5243]

Great vid I got the same problem lol

[@AutoAutopsy]

Glad it helped haha

[@Driftinnick_Aquatics]

I replaced the entire panel of switches and it didn’t fix it 😭

[@AutoAutopsy]

Did you try this?

[@BLACKRAINS1]

halleluja ! man ! thanks for that trick!

[@AutoAutopsy]

:) haha

[@BLACKRAINS1]

@@AutoAutopsy love your clips!!!!!

[@andygy2011]

Mine has to be turned slowly 😂

[@AutoAutopsy]

might wanna do this!

[@DopeChair9]

I crashed my 02 9 3 the other day :/

[@AutoAutopsy]

No!

[@djkramit]

👍👍👍

[@d4ve587]

Temporary fix the nobs faulty 🤣

[@Lacipapa.55]

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