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I still smell coolant even after I took my 2003 SE Vert to a saab mechanic (SAAAB Store in Tampa, FL) to get my head gasket replaced and everything else that goes with that job (head gasket, water pump, thermostat, spark plugs + cassette, coolant flush & oil change); for context I had just...

Hi everyone, After changing a coolant hose and refilling the system with coolant, the engine light came up a few days later. I imagine that it might be something else, but has anyone had this issue? When I get out of the car, the engine "smells" even with the hood down. I assume it's because...

I'm just running down the symptoms I have leading me to believe I have a leaking heater core. -Strong coolant smell in the cabin -Fogging windows that won't clear -No detected coolant leaks or smells outside the car Is there anything else that would line up with this other than a heater core?

hey guys, i have a saab 9-3 with a 2.0t engine (b207r). I have noticed it smells like coolant/antifreeze smell after the engine has been warmed up. however, 1. it doesn't smell inside of the car or outside, you can only smell it when you pop the hood and put your nose in the gap between the...

Hi - I just picked up a '95 NG900 turbo 3-door through a friend. It looks and drives well for its age and mileage (odometer says 144K, although records suggest it may have WAY more...?). Anyhow, I've had it for a couple of days now. There is a pretty strong noxious/exhaust smell in the...

It got hot enough this week for me to turn on the AC. When I'm about to reach my destination I usually turn the AC off and let the fan run to dry off any condensation in the vents. This year though when I let the fan run the smell coming out of the vents is really bad :x :cry:. Anybody dealt...

Hello everybody, this is my first time posting to this forum so I hope I give all the info that is needed. First off I have a 9-5 2002 SAAB. It has 82,000 miles on it. I had the turbo replaced less than a year ago, refurbished not new, and 2 months ago I was in a bad accident that destroyed the...

I'm relatively new to the Site but I have now owned 3 Saab 9-5's over the last 10 years.. I absolutely love them but they are extremely frustrating at times. I have not experience too many mechanical issues more electrical and leak based ones!! my latest 2010 9-5 was purchased with 50k on...

Greetings all! Alright, one more problem for the goose. I've recently had an intermittent fuel odor from the front of the car, but now it seems more prominent and more permanent. Also, it's getting into the passenger cabin, more so when the air isn't recirculating. I'd really appreciate some...

Hi everyone, I experienced a major TWICE problem lately. First symptoms were dead battery and bad smell in the car. I was able to start the car using a second battery. The electronics seem to go into freegame mode (first, the key was not accepted then ok, headlights always ON then dimmed...

I decided to start a new thread on this one. Long story short, I wired the plug wires up to the distributor cap wrong when I was working on the car and couldn't figure out the correct order, thanks to the forum I eventually got the cap wired up right, but the car dies as soon as I try to start...

Hi All, I have a 1995 900 SE 2.0T convertible with 163k miles. Runs like a champ, but recently whenever I come to a stop, there is an intense and horrible smell of gas/fuel in the cabin! It's so bad I need to roll down the windows - and its winter. To check if this is related to boost, I...

Rear Main seal is shot, and its leaking onto the exhaust causing nasty smell and smoke. Anyone know if this is possibly a diy? Or do I have to get the dealer to do it for the pricey cost? Any write ups or tips would be great! Thanks in advance.

Anyone know if there is a common fuel leak problem on our cars? I have had a quick search which threw up nothing, have not read anything similar either here. Car stinks, and only starts after turning over for 5-10 seconds. Livable but needs fixing asap.

I've recently noticed a smell that appears to be coming from the front/right of the vehicle on my '97 900 S. It's difficult to tell if it's coming from under the hood or near the wheel. It smells like I imagine melting crayons would smell. I only notice the smell while stopped after I've been...

Hey all, please help with problem on my 99 9-5 V6 3.0 (150k kms). Had radiator/oil cooler/oxygen sensors/cat-back replaced last year. I know there have been a number of related posts to the oil cooler issue, but it feels like several things are going on here, including some underlying problem...