Saab SID1 pixel failure repair SAAB 9-3 9-5 SID 1 LCD display
SAAB 9-3 and 9-5 SID1 LCD Display Pixel Repair Bonded Ribbon 1998 - 2003

Saab SID1 pixel failure repair introduction

Several SAAB models suffer from the common dead / fading / disappearing pixel problem on the SID1 SID2 and the AC / Air conditioning control unit. The problem lies with the ribbon cable (see the site with the ribbon cables in the main menu on the left), however some cases the LCD display is also cracked or scratched, so it need to be replaced too.

The pixel problem lies with the ribbon cable that connects the LCD display to the circuit board of the SID and the AC unit. Dead and fading LCD pixels can be restored DIY simply replacing the faulty ribbon cable. LCD pixel failure repair kits, ribbon cable light bulb, background light lamps are now available for DIY repairs. The pictures above show the SID LCD display before and after the ribbon cable replacement.

It is very typical at older Saab 9-3 and 9-5 SID units, that the LCD display has missing, fading, or completely dead pixels on the LCD display. This LCD pixel failure is due to the ribbon cable, which can be done DIY. No soldering involved, no special tools needed, only some ordinary tools that can be found at home in every household.

Note: Auto Diagnostic not only supply SAAB SID 1 but also offer SID 2 dead pixel failure repairs ribbon cable replacement

Saab sid 1 ribbon cable replacement function

SAAB 9-3 9-5 SID1 and SID2 units, AC units all have the common dead / fading / disappearing pixels on the LCD display that shows the time, radio, and the on board computer messages and other functions. The pixel problem lies with the ribbon cable / flat cable that connects the LCD display to the circuit board of the instrument cluster.

Saab sid1 pixel repair Package:

5pcs SAAB SID 1 Pixel Repair