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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Saab -> Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> Description -> ACC Unit & Power Supplies -> Solar Sensor -> Temperature Sensors
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

The Automatic Climate Control (ACC) system controls the passenger compartment set temperature regardless of ambient temperature. The ACC control module uses inputs from the cabin, blended air and solar sensors to determine the amount of heat or air conditioning that is required to maintain the set temperature.

ACC Unit & Power Supplies

Indicators on the ACC unit consist of a two digit display of the selected temperature, and LEDs to indicate AUTO and/or the current manual selections. The two digit display is also used to indicate the number of faults, if any, which ma...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Adjustments -> 9-3 & 900 -> 9-3, 9-5 & 900 -> 9-5 -> 9000 -> Parking Brake Cable Equalization -> Parking Brake Lever -> Parking Brake Shoes
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

Parking Brake Lever
9-3 & 900
  • Raise rear seat, then pry adjusting device apart.
  • Insert a .08 inch feeler gauge between parking brake lever and stop on brake caliper.
  • Screw locknut against adjusting sleeve until feeler gauge drops out.
  • Apply and release parking brake lever a few times to settle adjusting device.
  • Ensure clearance between lever and stop is .02-.08 inch.
  • Lower rear seat.
9-5
  • Apply parking brake two notches, then raise and support vehicle so rear wheels can spin freely.
  • Tighten parking brake lever adjusting nut through center console access hole until brakes just begin to take eff...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Saab -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1990-98 9000 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace at 65,000...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 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 MacPherson strut aside and pull out d...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Remove air-filter canister and induction hose between canister and throttle body.
  • Remove belt tensioner.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove right front wheel.
  • Remove cover over belt circuit.
  • Undo alternator'...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Saab -> 1986-98 9000 -> Models Less AC -> Models w/AC
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

Models w/AC

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.

  • Disengage the evaporator cover retainers, then remove the cover.
  • Lift the cabin air filter cover and remove the filter, Fig. .
  • Install the new cabin air filter element into the housing. Ensure the filter is properly positioned in the housing.
  • Close the cabin air filter cover.
  • Instal...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Saab -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator -> 9-3, 9-5, 900 & 9000
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

The ABS/TC control module monitors the function of the ABS system and if a fault occurs, it illuminates the ABS/TC warning lamp. The brake fluid warning lamp and central warning lamps will also illuminat...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 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 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 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 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Relay Locations Diagram for 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GASEngine Compartment Relay Locations Diagram for 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay
  • Vacuum Pump Relay
  • Horn Relay
  • Fog Lamp Relay
  • A/C Compressor Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Headlamp
  • Light Switch
  • Headlamp Relay
  • LH Headlamp
  • Lighting Rheostat
  • 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cruise Control Module
  • ABS Control Module
  • TCS OFF Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION - POLICIES FOR USED VEHICLES PURCHASED THROUGH GM-SPONSORED AUCTIONS
    Vehicle: 1998 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Saab 9000 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 1998 Saab 9000 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 1998 Saab 9000 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 1998 Saab 9000 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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