Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2001 19:00:03 -0000 From: "Tim H" <timhnopsamhries45.freeserve.co.uk> Subject: Repeat posting - ACC problem on '96 9000 CSE 2.3LPT (UK)
A couple of months ago I posted the NG to see if anyone could identify the cause of a problem on my car. I got a couple of suggestions, but still have the problem. What happens is that suddenly, without warning the inside of all windows mists up. This happens in seconds, and needs a combination of demist/heated rear-screen/mirrors, and opening the windows a bit to get it to clear. The situation is:- - It can happen any time, anywhere - town or country driving. - It can happen once every week or so, or almost continuously over a 20-30 mile journey. - At any speed. - Irrespective of whether the engine is warm or cold. - In any weather - wet or dry, though it seems to happen a bit less if it's sunny. - It happens very quickly - usually less than a minute to mist the whole interior. - It is usually accompanied by a smell of 'damp cardboard'. - There is no loss of coolant, and no damp patches on carpets etc. - I keep the ACC on Auto at all times, temperature usually set to 21C. - The 'recirculation' button is not set. The car is garaged overnight, and does about 45 miles/day, 22 miles each way. It's been in to the dealer twice now, and they have cleaned the heater drains out, and confirmed that it's not a heater matrix problem. They currently suspect the 'recirculation motor', but replacement cost including labour is between £200 and £300 pounds. This is a lot to spend without being sure it's going to fix the problem! It's hard to believe that someone out there hasn't seen and fixed this problem before - come on you Saabsters - give us a clue! Tim H.
