Saab 9-5 P0507: Idle Air Control – RPM Higher than Expected

P0507 is a fairly typical OBDII trouble code. It is typically triggered when the engine idle speed is 200 rpm or more over the predetermined limit set by the manufacturer. It is a generic code, which means that it has the same for the Saab 9-5 as any other vehicle.   P0507 Symptoms Unlike many … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0741 OBDII Transmission Code Diagnosis

P0741 is a very common OBDII trouble code. It’s know to affect the Saab 9-5 quite often. Here’s what it means: P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit → Performance or Stuck Off The 9-5 uses a clutch in the torque converter to lock the engine and transmission together at highway speed. P0741 can register whenever this … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0172: Fuel System Rich – Bank 1

A common trouble code with the Saab 9-5 is P0172. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your car into a OBDII scanner. It’s not the most complicated OBDII trouble code to diagnose. It is also one of the most common. It means that the motor is running … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0171 OBDII Trouble Code Diagnosis

One of the most common trouble codes with the Saab 9-5 is the P0171 code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your car into a OBDII scanner. It’s not the most complicated OBDII trouble code to diagnose. It is also one of the most common.   P0171: … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0141 Diagnosis

P0141 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Saab 9-5. It is caused by a failure in one of the elements that heat the oxygen sensors, specifically bank 1 sensor 2, which is downstream from the catalytic converter. It technically stands for: The purpose of the heated element in the oxygen sensor … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0135: Heated 02 Sensor – Heating Element Failed

P0135 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Saab 9-5. It is caused by a failure in one of the oxygen sensors heated elements, specifically bank 1 sensor 1. It technically stands for:     The purpose of the heated element in the oxygen sensor is to quickly bring your O2 sensor … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0128: Coolant Thermostat – Below Temp

P0128 is a relatively common OBDII trouble code. It is triggered when your Saab 9-5‘s coolant temperature fails to reach the proper operating temperature. It’s a generic powertrain code, which means that regardless of who manufactured the vehicle, it’ll have the same meaning (1996+).   9-5 P0128 Symptoms There aren’t many symptoms with P0128, unless … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0122: TPS “A” Circuit Low Input

P0122 is a common trouble code with the Saab 9-5. It’s an OBDII code that references issues with the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). It is relatively serious problem since it can leave your vehicle stranded or severely limited.     OBDII code P0122 is a serious problem that requires serious attention. Diagnosing it can be … Read more

Saab 9-5 P0113: IAT Sensor → High Input Problem

P0113 is an OBDII trouble code that occurs when the Saab 9-5′s engine management computer detects that there is an issue with the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, specifically that there is a High Input Problem with it. P0113: IAT Sensor – High Input Problem The IAT sensor is responsible for measuring the air temperature … Read more