SAAB 9-3 (1998 - 2002) - 00 2.2 Diesel, Engine warning light.

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Fri 5 Oct 2007 16:14
00 2.2 Diesel, Engine warning light. - frostic
On the way to work this morning there was a sudden loss to power as the engine management light came on. I have attributed this to the "limp home mode" but dont know the cause of the problem.

Does anyone know of anything I can try before resorting to having saab run a diagnostic check?

My car is the 2.2 diesel from 2000.

Cheers

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Fri 5 Oct 2007 16:42
00 2.2 Diesel, Engine warning light. - Screwloose
Checking the small vacuum hoses would be one thing; but getting the fault-code out would be the quickest way.

Doesn't have to be the dealer - if you can find someone with a compatible scanner?

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Fri 5 Oct 2007 17:31
00 2.2 Diesel, Engine warning light. - Group B
Were there any unusual noises before it went into limp home mode? Any smoke from the exhaust? How far did you drive it in limp home mode? Did it start okay next time you tried it or have you not tried starting it again yet?

Where abouts do you live frostic? Someone may be able to recommend a good Saab independent specialist, such as Nottingham Saab at Ilkeston (use them myself) or WMSS near Birmingham (not used but have heard them recommended).

Rich.

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Fri 5 Oct 2007 18:22
Engine warning light. - frostic
Cheers for the quick replys.

There was no extra noises, although engine note seemed to be deeper and louder. Cant say I noticed any engine smoke and I only drove it for about 2 mins once problems started.
I live in Newcastle Upon Tyne and it would be appreciated if anyone could suggest a dealer/garage however, any known fixes known to involve little to no cost would be invaluable as I have soon huge bills noted on this and other forums.
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Fri 5 Oct 2007 21:17
Engine warning light. - Screwloose

There are quite literally thousands of possible causes of loss-of-power and the MIL light on.

Everything from a blown engine to blown brake light bulbs.

Finding out what has upset the ECU is the necessary first step.
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