2002 Saab 9-5 - Repair Solution | The Automotive Technician (TaT)

Vehicle Details

Make: Saab

Model: 9-5

Year: 2002

Engine: 2.3L B235E 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto

Kilometres: 191,213

Area: Transmission & Clutch

Category: Gear Changing - Auto

Customer Complaint

The transmission shifts harshly under normal driving.

Problem Summary

The vehicle consistently logged a pressure control fault for the transmission, and harsh shifting was present despite the transmission having already been overhauled by an automatic transmission specialist. Basic electrical checks showed normal wiring integrity, leaving the transmission control module (TCM) as the likely cause.

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Quick Facts

Code	SAA950230261
Vehicle	2002 Saab 9-5
Engine	2.3L B235E 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto
Complaint	Visible
Diag. Sequence	Members Only
Solution	Members Only

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