Extended Cranking Time (234-2285)

EXTENDED CRANKING TIME

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

SUBJECT

Extended cranking time

CARS AFFECTED

Saab 9-5 from M99 VIN X3042510 to M00.

BACKGROUND

Cranking time is extended somewhat if the fuel level is low (i.e. less than 1/4 tank). Some customers may be bothered by this. The extended cranking time is because the fuel pump ejector does not have a check valve.

SYMPTOMS

Extended cranking time.

PARTS REQUIRED

1. 53 34 198 (CA:30588809), Spare part kit consisting of ejector assembly and splicing sleeve
2. 41 60 511 (CA: 30538740), Seal, fuel pump

PROCEDURE

1. Remove the fuel pump following WIS, see group 2. Engine - Fuel system (petrol) - Adjusting, changing - Fuel pump.
2. Cut the fuel line as in the illustration. Use a sharp knife and make sure the line is not pinched together.
3. Remove the ejector from the pump by prying out the belt tongues from the stop lug with a little screwdriver, turn the ejector 30° and pull it out.
Fig 3: Removing Ejector From Pump

4. Fit the new ejector with check valve to the pump. Make sure that the belt tongues on the ejector sit correctly in relationship to the stop lug on the pump.
Fig 4: Fitting New Ejector With Check Valve

5. Join the new ejector to the cut fuel line using a quick-release coupling. Make sure that the lines are completely pressed into the coupling.

   The quick-release coupling can be removed by pressing in the blue ring on the end while pulling out the line.

6. Fit the pump in the fuel tank following WIS, see group 2. Engine - Fuel system (petrol) - Adjusting, changing - Fuel pump.

STANDARD TIME / WARRANTY INFORMATION

In the case of customer complaint and if the car is within the warranty period, use the following information to fill out the claim:

1. Failed Object: 24111-01
2. Fault/Reason code: 71
3. Location code: 09 (US=0)
4. Warranty Type (US): 01
5. Repair/Action code: 01
6. Labor Operation (US): Use straight time
7. Labor Operation (CA): J5430
8. Time: 0.4