# \#9000 **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/2772-tag/2772.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [92 Saab 9000s 5th gear problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-saab-9000s-5th-gear-problems/80782)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2022, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-saab-9000s-5th-gear-problems/80782 "2022-06-20T01:14:11Z")
I recently bought a manual 92 saab, and in the past few days I have been having trouble with the 5th gear. The fluids are all fine and I have not put any real strain on the trans since I've had the car. It worked fine wh… --- ## [Out of Business: fix or buy something else](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-business-fix-or-buy-something-else/77227)
**Author:** [@PaulK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulK)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2013, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-business-fix-or-buy-something-else/77227 "2013-03-02T06:23:00Z")
Am wrestling with the ever-present value/worth question. My '95 Saab 9000 Aero developed a leaky head gasket at 155,000 miles. I had it replaced (after driving it several hundred miles over a week or so) for $1500. T… --- ## [Saab parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-parts/76395)
**Author:** [@DelMarMom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DelMarMom)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2012, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-parts/76395 "2012-12-30T22:19:46Z")
We have a 1996 Saab 9000 CSE that is in need of some repairs. Looking for some good websites or salvage yards that might have necessary parts. We have worked with groups like Alfa Heaven to find parts for our old Alfa… --- ## [Loss of oil in Saab 9000 CSE Turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-oil-in-saab-9000-cse-turbo/76225)
**Author:** [@SaabPete](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SaabPete)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2012, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-oil-in-saab-9000-cse-turbo/76225 "2012-12-19T21:42:03Z")
I have a 1997 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo. It has been a great car overall. Last summer, our water pump died while cruising on the highway, leading to a major overheat, leading to warped head. We decided to roll the dice on a… --- ## [What car fits my wish list?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-fits-my-wish-list/75330)
**Author:** [@Lorisaab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lorisaab)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2012, 2:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-fits-my-wish-list/75330 "2012-11-05T02:36:54Z")
I know exactly what features I want in a car, but can't seem to find a model that includes them. I currently own a 1997 Saab 9000 hatchback and it was nearly perfect for me when I bought it at 110k miles. 155k later, I… --- ## [In the process or replacing the head gasket, should I clean the piston tops?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-process-or-replacing-the-head-gasket-should-i-clean-the-piston-tops/75114)
**Author:** [@baine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baine)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-process-or-replacing-the-head-gasket-should-i-clean-the-piston-tops/75114 "2012-10-24T00:08:18Z")
I have a '94 Saab 9000 Aero with 180,000 miles on it. Recently, I did a major top-end overhaul on the car, replacing all the timing and balance gears and chains, had the head cleaned, checked, and a valve job done on … --- ## [Saab climate control switch - yes or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-climate-control-switch-yes-or-no/64275)
**Author:** [@mosheneta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mosheneta)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2011, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-climate-control-switch-yes-or-no/64275 "2011-05-01T16:25:35Z")
I have a 1998 Saab 9000 Turbo with 192K miles. It runs beautifully, full of power and get go. But I've already put a considerable amount of money in it and I don't know if I should fix anything else in it. The curren… --- ## [Bowling Ball Deja Vu?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bowling-ball-deja-vu/62994)
**Author:** [@stevegaarder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevegaarder)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2011, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bowling-ball-deja-vu/62994 "2011-04-25T03:23:41Z")
I'm pretty sure I remember hearing the incident with the bowling ball outside the topless bar on the show many years ago. What gives? --- ## [Saab 9000 Radio Code Lockout](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9000-radio-code-lockout/57789)
**Author:** [@duggs91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/duggs91)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2010, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9000-radio-code-lockout/57789 "2010-11-20T18:19:08Z")
I recently bought a 1994 Saab 9000-CSE. I have the correct radio code, as verified by the dealership, but when i try and type it in the display goes right back to saying "CODE". If i type in an incorrect password, the d… --- ## [Car won't turn off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-turn-off/57194)
**Author:** [@pudgy4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pudgy4)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2010, 10:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-turn-off/57194 "2010-11-05T10:21:11Z")
I have a 97 Saab 9000 turbo and I have changed the break light and now thr car won't turn off unless I kill it or put it into neutral,put the parking break on and then remove my foot from the break. I can also light up t… --- ## [Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain/55614)
**Author:** [@thumper35rocks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thumper35rocks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2010, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain/55614 "2010-09-26T19:22:41Z")
when i got the car i put a new battery and about to change the alternator. after 2 days the battery is dead and i\`m about to put the alternator in but dont want to fry it.how do i check where the discharge is? --- ## [Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain/55607)
**Author:** [@thumper35rocks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thumper35rocks)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2010, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain/55607 "2010-09-26T14:08:27Z")
my alternator was bad when i bought the car. the battery drains in about 2 days. how do i find the drain and will i burn up the alternator if i dont find it? --- ## [Saab Electrical Systems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-electrical-systems/51722)
**Author:** [@Tam\_Gray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tam_Gray)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2010, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-electrical-systems/51722 "2010-07-12T22:51:05Z")
Our 1993 Saab 9000 Aero is having electrical problems: The directional signals and emergency flashers have stopped working. We've ordered a flasher relay believing that may be the problem but now find we have no working … --- ## [Horn intermittently on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-intermittently-on/50918)
**Author:** [@dkingsbury](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dkingsbury)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2010, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-intermittently-on/50918 "2010-06-26T18:17:24Z")
The caller who said the horn was on when coming out of a store might have had an electric cooling fan blade hitting the shroud. It can be on when the ignition is off. --- ## [1993 SAAB 9000 - Possible Faulty Ignition Switch?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-saab-9000-possible-faulty-ignition-switch/42524)
**Author:** [@mphilleo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mphilleo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2010, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-saab-9000-possible-faulty-ignition-switch/42524 "2010-01-15T01:28:16Z")
This morning I started my 9000 to go to work and I noticed a problem. After the car turned over, the key did not return (spring back?) from the "Start" position to the "On" position. When I tried to turn the key back to … --- ## [1991 Saab clutch problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-saab-clutch-problems/41068)
**Author:** [@ryfox0276](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryfox0276)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2010, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-saab-clutch-problems/41068 "2010-01-12T21:32:09Z")
I am looking into buying a beautiful 91 Saab 9000. She runs great, except for this little clutch problem. Sometimes when shifting, the clutch falls down and rests on the floor and so I have to reach my foot or hand dow… --- ## [Saab story (transmission?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-story-transmission/37751)
**Author:** [@rebequina](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rebequina)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2009, 6:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-story-transmission/37751 "2009-10-07T18:06:02Z")
My 1994 Saab CDE rolls sometimes when it's in park. My mechanic adjusted some bolt with the hopes that the park would engage. It's slightly better but he fears that it is something in my transmission that needs adjusting… --- ## [Saab help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-help/34303)
**Author:** [@bryhanmd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bryhanmd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2009, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-help/34303 "2009-08-03T15:51:23Z")
My son has a 98 Saab sedan which occasionally refuses to start. AT ALL. Several mechanics have looked at it to no avail. After not starting, and sounding like it gets no fuel, it will start after resting a day or two,… --- ## [Someone help me please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/someone-help-me-please/32681)
**Author:** [@needhelpbadly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/needhelpbadly)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2009, 9:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/someone-help-me-please/32681 "2009-07-01T09:06:09Z")
What rims will fit a 1994 Saab 9000? I cannot find the offset. I know the size is 16x6.5 and the lug pattern is 4x108MM. --- ## [Side mirror replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/side-mirror-replacement/27403)
**Author:** [@Shea\_D](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shea_D)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/side-mirror-replacement/27403 "2009-03-07T17:24:32Z")
Alright, I've got to replace the driver's side mirror on my 1998 Saab 9000 CSE. I need some advice on how to proceed, removing the inside door panel, replacing the mirror. Essentially the whole process. Any help is gre… --- ## [Self-revving engine --Saab 9000 CS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-revving-engine-saab-9000-cs/7657)
**Author:** [@shurik85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shurik85)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2007, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-revving-engine-saab-9000-cs/7657 "2007-11-26T13:38:19Z")
I have a 1997 Saab 9000 CS 2.3 light turbo with 125,000 miles on it. It runs very well and has been well maintained. The only problem I have is that when I come to a stop, the engine occasionally starts to rev itself up … --- ## [How Long to Keep It](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-to-keep-it/7503)
**Author:** [@brill33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brill33)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2007, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-to-keep-it/7503 "2007-11-22T19:11:32Z")
I am a bit of a car nut, must be as I listen to your show, and have a 1995 SAAB 9000 CS with 127,000. It is in great shape no rust, door dings, dents, etc; Everything works on the car. It is in showroom condition. Howeve…