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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20009-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (B205)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCONTROL ASSEMBLYTESTING AND INSPECTIONFAULT DIAGNOSIS, FAULT SYMPTOMSAIR RECIRCULATION NOT FUNCTIONING
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)
Air Recirculation Not Functioning
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)SECTION Air Recirculation Not Functioning
Air Recirculation Not Functioning
Fault symptom
Defect function. Car windows mist up.
Diagnostic help
Check that the recirculation flap is in the fresh-air position when the recirculation button is not pushed in so that the recirculation motor is electrically reversed.
Diagnostic procedure
1. Checking control voltage to recirculation flap motor
- Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
- Unplug the connector: Motor, air recirculation flap: (38).
- Connect test lamp 86 11 857 between the pins 1 and 2 in the female connector.
- Turn the air recirculation on and off repeatedly.
- The red and green LED on the test lamp should go on alternately as air recirculation is turned on and oft.
Tests OK?
YES
- Replace : Motor, air recirculation flap.
- Proceed to step 2.
NO
- Repair defective lead between the recirculation damper motor and the control module.
- Proceed to step 2.
2. Final check
- Erase the diagnostic trouble codes from all systems.
- Check function.
Tests OK?
YES
- Actions taken to rectify problem were correct.
NO
- See Electronic Climate Control, Testing and Inspection.
Testing and Inspection
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.