Hi, my check engine light came on my 1996 Saab 900 with 79,000 miles on it. Can I retrieve the service codes myself manipulating the ignition key like you can do on GM cars? Thanks for all the help.
How can I retrieve service codes on 900S?
Sep 28, 2004
4 Replies
I don't know about that, but Checker AutoParts has a sign that they'll read the codes for you for free (on the assumption that you'll need to buy parts based on what it says, I suppose). Do you have those in your part of Ohio?
Dave Hinz
No, we don't. I thought I saw somewhere in the newsgroups a tip on how to read these things but I didn't take it it seriously assuming that my car will run trouble-less forever :)
How about "Auto Zone" stores ? The do it too.
Before you panic though, tighten the gas cap and drive for a couple days to see if it goes out.
If it's not running rough, the _odds_ are that it does not have a "about to fail" issue. If it's a non turbo (I assume it is if you are in the USA with a 900S) then I'd be relatively comfortable driving for a few days with the light on.
Yup, auto zone they will read the codes for ya
good luck papa
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