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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Computer Relearn Procedures -> Saab
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS

If the battery has been disconnected or the ECM/PCM r...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Front
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS

Front

Because the brakes are self-adjusting, it is impossible to tell from the brake pedal stroke whether the linings are worn. The lining thickness should be inspected at specified intervals as outlined in "Vehicle Maintenance Schedule" section.

When vehicle is serviced, the brake pads must be replaced before lining thickness falls below .2 inches (5 mm).

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
  • Press piston back with suitable pliers (1), then remove clip from caliper(2), Fig. .
  • Remove dust caps from guide pins, then the guide pins (3).
  • Lift brake caliper off brake disc and bind...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Saab -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 9-3 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2000 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • On 2003-06 models, remove fuel pump fuse No. 2 from engine compartment fuse box.
  • On 1999-02 models, remove fuel pump fuse No. 32 from the instrument panel fuse box.
  • On all models, start the engine and run until it stalls.
  • Turn the ignition Off.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Install the fuel pump fuse.

Removal & Installation

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnectin...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 2009 Saab 9-3 Aero XWD 2.8 V6 GAS

Remove

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove wheel hub center nut.
  • Remove lower engine cover.
  • On convertible models, remove chassis reinforcement at front subframe.
  • On all models, remove steering swivel member bolt, lower swivel arm and place a wedge tool No. 83 95 238 or equivalent between swing arm and anti-roll bar.
  • Detach brake hose from clip and ABS harness holder. Turn wheel for better access.
  • Press out drive shaft from wheel hub about 10 mm, using puller tool No. 89 96 951or equivalent.
  • If removing lefthand drive shaft, proceed as follows:
    • Undo th...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X 2.8 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification

Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification.

Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Intermittent & Poor Connections

Intermittents

Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:

  • Wiring broken inside insulation.
  • Poor connection between m...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-3 2.0 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 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Saab -> 1994-98 900 & 1999-2002 9-3
Vehicle: 2000 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 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 Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Saab -> Central Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-3 ARC 2.0 L4 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2000 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2.3 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition inlet hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition inlet hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-3 ARC 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Raise vehicle and remove bolts from righthand wing liner, then remove wing liner.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Seat Component Locations Diagram for 2003 Saab 9-3 ARC 2.0 L4 GASSeat Component Locations Diagram for 2003 Saab 9-3 ARC 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ground G-24
  • Sunroof Control Module Diagram for 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0 L4 GASSunroof Control Module Diagram for 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Sunroof Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Electrically Adjustable Switch
  • Driver Seat Rear Height Electric Adjustment Motor
  • Driver Seat Longitudinal Electric Adjustment Motor
  • 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Light Switch
  • Brake Lamp
  • License Plate Lamp
  • Parking Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Saab 9-3 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT - ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
  • Document: USAGE OF E85 FUELS IN GM VEHICLES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2007 Saab 9-3 Aero 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Saab 9-3 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 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 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 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 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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