1999 Saab 9-3 repair Question Won't Start

1999 SAAB 9-3
138,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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THEHEADS
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Hi:

After looking at a million blogs, I think the problem is with the neutral safety switch or the crankshaft position sensor.

The car tries to start, then idles VERY rough, then dies. Then won't restart at all.

If I try to start it and hold the key in the start position long enough, it'll give an error message saying refill engine cooling fluid. In doing so, the fluid came up all black. So, I know that needs to be changed; however, I don't know that flushing the coolant will solve the problem.

Do you think it will? If not, where on the car is the neutral safety switch so I can try the cold water test?

Thanks!
Mar 11, 2010 at 9:33 AM
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