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Saab 93 engine fault codes p1230 and p1260 ?

Hi I have a Saab 93 se turbo a few days ago the engine fault light came on with further inspection the codes came up as p1230 & p1260 I know what they are but don't know what to do about them can someone advise me please !! I have spoken to Saab dealer who just wants lots of mony from me and i already given the over £1000.00 for a new turbo

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What? that's crazy! why wont you take advises from several mechanics? this is the best solution.

  • foufyter Sep 30, 2010

    1260 is the Limp home mode code off the throdle body.

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I also have this code..from what I've read the DIC can cause this code, even though the code says something is wrong with your throttle body. The DIC may be under recall (mine is and I'm having it replaced ASAP). Hopefully this helps.

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