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Reset limping throttle body

Model: Saab 9 3 MK 2 - Years 2002-2014
Part: Warning Light - Car Error Code

Open the front hood, make sure that it is supported in safety conditions and intercept the throttle body: it is located in the rear part, immediately behind the engine oil filler cap. Then remove the two fixing pins of the plastic cover placed to protect the throttle control lever and remove it. At this point, with a fixed medium-sized screwdriver, release the spring located between the accelerator cam and the plastic sprocket by turning the latter backwards. Finally, apply the protective plastic cover again.


Posted on 30 June 2023 by ScegliAuto



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