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2001 Saab 9-3 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Saab REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Air Bag System Precautions -> Saab -> Disarming
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 SE 2.0 L4 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- On 1990-98 models, wait at least 20 minutes prior to performing any diagn...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Master Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS
Master Cylinder Overhaul
When working on any hydraulic brake components it is extremely important to keep the work area clean. Clean any components that are to be reused with new brake fluid or a cleaning fluid specifically designed for hydraulic components. Wipe all components dry using clean lint-free paper or cloth. Gaskets, seals, O-rings and rubber components should not be reused. Prior to assembly, all components should be generously lubricated with clean brake fluid.
Disassemble
- Clamp master cylinder in soft-jaw vice.
- Remove rubber seals from brake hose connections.
- Carefull...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Saab -> Component Locations -> 1999-06 Saab 9-3 & 9-5, 1994-98 900, 1989-93 900 (Less B201 Engine) & 1988-95 9000
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 SE 2.0 L4 GAS
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS
- Remove dust cap and loosen hub center nut, Fig. . Do not completely remove nut.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
- Remove hub center nut, then ball joint nut.
- Remove ball joint using a suitable ball joint tool.
- Remove anti-roll bar nut and collect washer and rubber bushing.
- Press spring link down.
- Tap driveshaft out of hub using rubber mallet, then move strut aside and pull out drives...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS
- Remove upper attaching bolt.
- Raise and support vehicle, then disconnect starter motor cables.
- Remove l...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Saab -> 1994-98 900 & 1999-2002 9-3
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS
The cabin air filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable.
- Note the position of the windshield wiper blades on the windshield.
- Remove the windshield wiper arm retaining nuts, then the wiper arms.
- Remove the cowl panel retaining screws.
- Disconnect hoses and clamps from the upper cowl panel, then remove the panel.
- Remove the windshield wiper motor and linkage attaching s...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Saab -> Check Fuel Cap Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS
The Check Fuel Cap Lamp will illuminate momentarily when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check. I...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS
Lower
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Reposition lower hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
- Reposition lower hose clamp at coolant pump and remove hose.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 Saab 9-3 SE 2.0 L4 GAS Components on diagram: |
Transmission Components Diagram for 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: EVAP Emissions Small Leak Diagnosis (DTC P0442) Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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