Special Tool - Service Programming SYS. Hardware Key (101-9039)

SPECIAL TOOL - SERVICE PROGRAMMING SYS. HARDWARE KEY

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

NEW ESSENTIAL SPECIAL TOOL: SERVICE PROGRAMMING (SPS) SYSTEM HARDWARE KEY

Model(s): Saab 9-3, 9-5

Section: 1 - Tools/Maintenance

Bulletin No.: 101-9039

Date: June, 1999

CARS AFFECTED

Saab 9-3, 9-5

BACKGROUND

A new computerized system (TIS 2000) is now being supplied on the WIS CID. See SI 101-2040. One of the functions of t his new system is that Tech 2 can now be used for reprogramming various control modules. At this time, Trionic T7 and ACC for the 9-5 can be reprogrammed.

IMPORTANT: Make certain you have carefully reviewed the TIS Manual issued with this tool. Electronic control modules can be rendered useless if proper procedures are not followed.

To perform this programming, a service programming system (SPS) hardware key which connects to Tech 2 is required. See Fig 1 . An authorized hardware key must be connected to an open serial port before any software is downloaded to an ECM.

IMPORTANT: Damaged or stolen hardware keys must be reported to Kent-Moore in order to purchase a replacement. Your hardware key is tied by serial number to your dealership and must not be used by unauthorized personnel. To report a stolen or damaged key, contact Kent-Moore at 1-800-345-2233 and ask to speak with a Technical Service Representative.

TOOL

86 12 558 SPS hardware key set: $205.00

This new Essential Special tool will be shipped to all dealers during June, 1999 by Kent-Moore and will be charged against your June parts statement.