Repair book - Saab Forums

OxyCoSaab · #1 02-15-2009, 12:29 PM

Hey Guys, proud owner of my lil zip zip zoom saab. Its a 01 93

I was wondering if theres any repair books out for it, i looked at haynes but didnt see one there.

It under a seperate warrenty i bought but it will last me 3/36000 miles. I just like to know more about my vehicle.

My land rover also didnt have one but I was able to get this cd called RAVE and it had the service manual on it.

Do haynes or chilton make a book on repairing the SAAB or do y'all recommend one?

Saab Fahrer · #2 02-15-2009, 02:25 PM

Look on ebay for a "WIS" CD. Its a PITA to install, but do-able. WIS is the factory service information CD. Its quirky to use (much like the car, LOL) but very informative.

Here is one auction for example: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SAAB-...motiveQ5fTools

OxyCoSaab · #3 02-15-2009, 02:28 PM

thank ye

Roto · #4 02-15-2009, 02:55 PM

The WIS does take some time to get used to, but in the end it's well worth it

Benny1560 · #5 02-16-2009, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Saab Fahrer

Here is one auction for example: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SAAB-...motiveQ5fTools

If you're going to go the WIS route, make sure it's for the right year and model (above link was for a 9-3's from MY 2003 and beyond). Personally, I've had a heck of a time trying to find a WIS for the 9-3 MY 2001 and I don't want to infringe copyrights...um, yeah...

Anyways, if you want the Haynes manual, look for the MY 1999 - 2002 9-3 Petrol and Diesel models. It'll have a black cover and I've only seen it in hardback (though I guess paperback would be available too). http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-S...3A1|240%3A1318

Saab Fahrer · #6 02-16-2009, 06:49 AM

Good point on the years! I forgot to mention that, but now that I look, I have 4 different CDs to cover the different models and years.

Roto · #7 02-16-2009, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Benny1560

I've had a heck of a time trying to find a WIS for the 9-3 MY 2001 and I don't want to infringe copyrights...um, yeah...

I really wonder if copying WIS is infriging copyrights. All those F/S on ebay are basically dealer throwaways. Anyone have any insight?

Benny1560 · #8 02-18-2009, 05:59 AM

I'm no lawyer, but if it's not infringement, I'd gladly pay someone materials and and postage to burn a copy...