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 1998 Saab 900 2dr Conv SE Turbo Manual

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MSRP: $42,195
Invoice: $37,765

Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A    HWY: N/A    CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: Gas I4 /2.0L/121
Transmission: Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style: /2 Door Convertible
Drive Type:

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  • General
  • MSRP: $42,195
  • Invoice Price: $37,765
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
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Engine & Emissions

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  • Engines & Emissions
  • 2.0L DOHC EFI turbocharged 16 valve 4 cyl engine
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: Gas I4
  • Displacement (CC): 2.0L/121
  • Fuel System: Turbo Charged EFI
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 185 @ 5500
  • Torque @ RPM: 194 @ 2100

Dimensions

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  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 56.9
  • Track Rear: 56.8
  • Ground Clearance (in): -TBD-
  • Overall Length (in): 182.6
  • Overall Width (in): 56.5
  • Wheelbase (in): 102.4
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 4
  • Headroom front (in): 39.0
  • Hip room front (in): -TBD-
  • Leg room front (in): 42.3
  • Shoulder room front (in): 52.4

Features

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  • Exterior
    • Aerodynamic headlamps w/flush lenses, halogen headlamp bulbs
    • Courtesy light w/time delay feature
    • Daytime running lamps
    • Daytime running lights
    • Front/rear fog lamps
    • Front spoiler
    • Headlight wiper/washer system
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Automatic climate control
  • Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
    • 8-acoustically engineered speakers in 6-locations
    • ETR AM/FM stereo system w/cassette-inc: CD changer controls, anti-theft lock-out code, 160-watt amplifier
    • Trunk-mounted 6-disc compact disc changer
  • Instrumentation
    • Analog tachometer/speedometer
    • Digital odometer/trip meter
    • Fuel/temp gauges
    • Quartz analog clock
    • Walnut-trimmed instrument panel
  • Wheels & Tires
    • 16" x 6.5" 3-spoke "Viking Aero II" light alloy wheels
    • 205/50ZR16 SBR tires
    • Front wheel drive
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
    • Electrically adjustable dual heated outside mirrors
    • Electric rear window demister
    • Interval windshield wiper/washer system w/clean sweep feature
    • Pwr windows w/front 1-touch opening, single button all window operation
    • Rear window lockout switch

Safety Features

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  • Safety Features
  • 3-point shoulder belts at all seating positions
  • Automatic front safety belt tensioners
  • Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system
  • Electrically heated reclining front bucket seats w/driver-side lumbar support
  • Front/rear crumple zones
  • Front/rear head restraints in outboard positions
  • Side impact protection system
  • Anti-Theft
  • Anti-theft alarm system w/remote, engine immobilization system
  • Deadlock security system
  • Remote central locking system
  • Braking & Traction
  • Anti-lock brake system
  • Anti-lock brake system
  • Pwr-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes w/ventilated front discs

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    Crash Test Data for 1998 Saab

    Saab Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
    Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
    1998 900Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested

     

    Service Bulletins for 1998 Saab

    1998 SAAB 900
    Bulletin Number: 16NA260
    THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBR
    Bulletin Number: 3512028
    CONCERNS WITH LOOSE SEAL AROUND FRONT DIRECTION INDICTORS. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 3512028
    SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE SEAL AROUND THE FRONT DIRECTION INDICATORS / LIGHT CLUSTER CAN COME LOOSE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 3632027
    CONCERNS WITH NUTS ON REAR WINDOW AND WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS COME LOOSE. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 3719008ED2
    INFORMATION ON DELETING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AT CUSTOMER' REQUEST. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 3719008ED2
    INFORMATION ON DELETING DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AT CUSTOMER' REQUEST. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 3811932
    INFORMATION ON ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF LOW OIL LEVEL. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 3832062
    SERVICE INFORMATION DESCRIBING FAULT DIAGNOSIS OF REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION FOR ANIT-THEFT ALARM. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 3911902
    A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT CONCERNING BATTERY, DISCHARGING THROUGH LIGHT SWITCH IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 3911902
    CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF BATTERY, DISCHARGING THROUGH LIGHT SWITCH IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 440
    REMANUFACTURED AISIN AW TRANSMISSION, NO REVERSE AND / OR ERRATIC SHIFTS. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 641
    COMPLAINTS REGARDING NOISY OR HARD TO OPERATE TELESCOPIC STEERING ACTION. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8111859
    COMPLAINTS OF WEAR MARKS ON SOFT-TOP CLOTH. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8111859
    CONCERNS WITH WEAR MARKS ON SOFT-TOP CLOTH. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8111951
    HEADLINING FASTENS TO THE FRONT SIDE RAILS. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8111984
    INFORMATION ON REPLACING CONNECTING TAB ON ELECTRICALLY HEATED REAR WINDOW. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8111988
    ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SOFT TOP (TONNEAU) COVER LATCHES MAY NOT OPEN FULLY OR FAST ENOUGH WHEN THE SOFT TOP COVER IS BEING OPENED. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8112099
    CONCERNS WITH CRACKS IN SOFT TOP COVER FOIL STRIP. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8112119
    SOME CONVERTIBLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES MAY EXHIBIT A TWISTED SEAT BELT(S) IN THE STRAP GUIDE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8112156
    SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT IRRITATING ROAD AND WIND NOISE PENETRATING INTO THE CABIN THROUGH THE COVER AT THE TOP OF THE B-PILLAR. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 831
    NOTIFICATION TO STOP PERFORMING PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN SI-831-1823 TO ADDRESS A COMPLAINT OF REAR DOORS DUFFICULT TO OPEN FROM OUTSIDE ON MODELS UP TO W2019950. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 850
    SRS (AIRBAG) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES MISSING FROM WORKSHOP INFORMATION. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 850
    SUBJECT REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF SRS WIRING HARNESS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8502005
    RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION ON AFFIXING AIRBAG LABEL. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8521878
    SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT SEAT BACKREST DIFFICULT TO TIP FORWARD. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8542143
    ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH VARIOUS TYPES OF NOISES HEARD FROM THE A/C SYSTEM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 870
    DIAGNOSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS THAT MAY BE CAUSED BY THE ANTI-FROST SWITCH ON VEHICLES WITH VIN T2037750 AND T7010027. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 98071011938
    SERVICE INFORMATION CONTAINS THE ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOLS.
    Bulletin Number: 980728870
    ADDRESSING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF NOISY A/C. *YC
    1998 SAAB 9000
    Bulletin Number: 200
    TECHNICAL SERVICE BROADCAST ON SETTING DTC P0300 ON SOME MODELS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 2482035
    BACKGROUD INFORMATION IN DIAGNOSING A DRIVEABILITY COMPLAINT OR THE CHECK ENGINE LAMP COMING ON. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 4711936
    VEHICLES SPEEDOMETER STOPS WORKING. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8011939
    CONDITION WITH HOOD ( BONNET ) WILL NOT OPEN. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8121983
    CONDITIONS WITH FRONT ROOF CONSOLE RATTLING ON CARS WITH SUNROOF. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8502006
    RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION ON AFFIXING AIRBAG LABEL. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8521864
    EXPERIENCING A RATTLE / PLAY NOISE FROM THE ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS. *YC
    1998 SAAB 9-3
    Bulletin Number: 2912494
    REDUCED PERFORMANCE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES FOR THE TURBO CONTROL VALVE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 3632027
    CONCERNS WITH NUTS ON REAR WINDOW AND WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS COME LOOSE. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 5222043
    INFORMATION REGARDING PROPER BRAKE FLUID CAP FIT. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8112295
    SOME CONVERTIBLE MODELS UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN 17004113 MAY EXHIBIT A SOFT TOP THAT MAY STOP HALFWAY DURING CLOSING OR OPENING AND THE SID UNIT SHOWS A CHECK SOFT TOP MESSAGE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 8502000
    RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION ON AFFIXING AIRBG LABEL. *TT
    1998 SAAB 9-5
    Bulletin Number: 041498
    E-MAIL INFORMATION ON PRODUCT NEWS AND 1999 WARRANTY & SERVICE RECORD BOOKLETS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 2102486
    NEW ROUTING OF BELT CIRCUIT. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 2102554
    NOISE FROM THE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. *KB
    Bulletin Number: 2912494
    REDUCED PERFORMANCE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES FOR THE TURBO CONTROL VALVE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 5001793
    COMPLAINT OF BRAKE PADS JUDDER. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 801
    SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DAMAGE TO THE FRONT TIE-DOWNS IN THE SUBFRAME RAILS IF SHIPPED INCORRECTLY. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 83698
    TECHNICAL SERVICE BROADCAST ON INOPERATIVE DOOR LOCKS AND REMOTES. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8431953
    PROCEDURES ON PREVENTING JUDDERING OF SIDE WINDOWS ( UNSMOOTH OPERATION ) FOR VEHICLES UP TO AND INCLUDING VIN X3001194 AND W3075121. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 8502001
    RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION ON AFFIXING AIRBAG LABEL. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 9802589
    ALTERNATIVE TOWBAR INSTALLATION . *TT

     

    Recalls for 1998 Saab

    1998 SAAB 900
    NHTSA Campaign ID:AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:07/17/1997 - 12/21/1997
    Potential Units Affected:12036

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. STATIC ELECTRICITY CAN BUILD UP WITHIN THE PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE AND CREATE ENOUGH OF A CHARGE TO CAUSE AN INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. MOST OF THESE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENTS HAVE OCCURRED IN COOLER, DRY WEATHER, AND HAVE GENERALLY INCLUDED DUSTING OR WIPING OF THE DASHBOARD, STARTING THE CAR, OR CLOSING THE DOOR.

    Consequence:

    UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE GROUNDING STRAP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 24, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
    1998 SAAB 900
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:02/25/1997 - 12/21/1997
    Potential Units Affected:39313

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR WAS OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

    Consequence:

    THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT PROPERLY UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THE NEED TO USE SEAT BELTS.

    Action:

    OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ALERT LABEL TO BE INSTALLED ON THE VISIBLE SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THEIR DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
    1998 SAAB 900
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:09/06/1993 - 12/21/1997
    Potential Units Affected:92505

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

    Consequence:

    IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.

    Action:

    OWNERS WILL BE SENT AIMING INSTRUCTIONS, AND DIRECTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THE OWNER GUIDES. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN AFFIX THE INSERTS IN THEIR OWNER GUIDE FOR THEM.
    1998 SAAB 9000
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Manufacturer:SAAB CARS USA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:02/25/1997 - 01/09/1998
    Potential Units Affected:39313

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR WAS OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

    Consequence:

    THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT PROPERLY UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THE NEED TO USE SEAT BELTS.

    Action:

    OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ALERT LABEL TO BE INSTALLED ON THE VISIBLE SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THEIR DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.

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