Software

Saab WIS (Workshop Information System)

Multi-language workshop manual for Saab models from 1998 to 2012.

Description

Technical Procedure

WIS Guide

The Workshop Information System (WIS) is the technical reference for Saab owners. It includes wiring diagrams, diagnostic procedures, and factory-recommended torque specifications. This guide details the full installation, custom profile setup, and advanced search by fault code.

Starting the installation

Open the SAAB directory on your virtual drive and locate the executable named 'wis'. Double-click it to launch the installation wizard.

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System configuration

Let Windows configure the Workshop Information System. A progress bar shows the file writing progress on the virtual disk.

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Shortcut creation

Once installation is complete, locate the new WIS shortcut created on your desktop and open it to initialize the software.

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First login

At the login prompt, confirm the 'Default' profile by clicking OK. This will grant you access to the management interface.

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Vehicle identification

Select your model (e.g., 9-3 9440) and its production year to load the corresponding technical database.

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Accessing tools

To customize your environment, expand the 'Tools' menu. This is where regional preferences and users are managed.

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User management

In the 'User manager' window, click the 'New' button to initiate the creation of a custom user profile.

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French language profile

Set up your profile by entering 'FR' as the username, then select 'French' for the language and 'France' for the market.

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Profile validation

Ensure the 'FR' user appears correctly in the list, then click 'Close' to save your preferences.

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Closing session

Exit the application via the File > Exit menu. This step is necessary for the software to load your new profile upon restart.

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Restarting WIS

Open the Workshop Information System again from your desktop. The red arrow points to the official launch icon.

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Connecting to FR profile

Use the 'Username' dropdown menu to select your 'FR' profile and click OK to switch the interface to French.

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Confirming model

Confirm your Saab's model and year one last time to access the translated technical documents.

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Browsing technical tree

Navigate through the left menu (e.g., Diesel Engine > EDC16) to locate a specific component such as the 'Glow Plug' replacement procedure.

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Reading procedures

Consult the removal/installation sheet. Identify, for example, the torque specifications (10 Nm) listed in the assembly instructions.

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Fault code search

Use the search tool (magnifying glass) to enter a DTC code (e.g., P0607) to obtain the associated diagnostic help.

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Search results selection

From the results list, choose the system matching your engine to open the full diagnostic document.

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Window management

Close the search dialog box once your document is open to enjoy a maximum reading area.

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Diagnostic analysis

Study the fault criteria and use the 'Bookmarks' menu to navigate quickly between diagrams and troubleshooting help.

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Replacement procedure

WIS details the physical steps for replacing a component (such as a control unit here), with visuals for each phase.

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Troubleshooting procedure

WIS offers a structured troubleshooting procedure that is easy to navigate to isolate the actual cause of a fault.

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