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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 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 9000 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Saab -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Fan Control Module, Replace -> 9000
Vehicle: 1996 Saab 9000 CSE 3.0 V6 GAS

9000

The fan control module cooling flange is live until the electrical connector is disconnected.

  • Remove rubber strip and cover over bulkhead cowl area.
  • Disconnect windshield w...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

SAAB, DISC BRAKES -> CALIPER OVERHAUL -> 900 -> 9000 -> FRONT -> REAR
Vehicle: 1990 Saab 9000 S 2.3 L4 GAS

FRONT

900
  • Remove caliper, clean housing and mount in vise.
  • Remove piston, Fig. , by applying compressed air through brake line hole, using a piece of wood as a stop to prevent piston from being damaged.
  • Remove dust cover, then remove piston seal from bore.
  • Wash parts in solvent, rinse with clean brake fluid and blow dry with compressed air. Wipe piston clean for inspection, and if found defective, replace as an assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Prior to installing piston seal, lubricate seal with grease included in seal kit and pack dust cover with grease.
    • E...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Saab -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 9000 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1995 Saab 9000 CSE Turbo 2.3 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Remove fuel pump fuse from fuse box.
  • Start the engine and run until it stalls.
  • Turn the ignition Off.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Install the fuel pump fuse.

Removal

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 disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental fuel spray.

  • Relieve fuel pressure as outlined under "Fuel System Pressure Relief."
  • Remove the fuel ...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Saab 9000 S 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Loosen hub nut.
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove wheels.
  • Remove wheelwell liners.
  • Remove strut-to-steering member attaching bolts. Disconnect brake line from strut.
  • Remove clamp securing inboard dust boot, then separate two halves of...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Saab 9000 CD 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove upper attaching bolt.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then disconnect starter mo...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Saab -> 1986-98 9000 -> Models Less AC -> Models w/AC
Vehicle: 1994 Saab 9000 CS 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 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Saab -> Reduce Engine Power Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 Saab 9000 CS 2.3 L4 GAS

The Reduce Engine Power indicator lamp should light for a approximately 3 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the warning lamp turns on during vehicle operation, a vehicl...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1993 Saab 9000 Aero 2.3 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 t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9000 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Saab 9000 CSE 3.0 V6 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 Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

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

Fuel System Components Diagram for 1994 Saab 9000 CDE 2.3 L4 GASFuel System Components Diagram for 1994 Saab 9000 CDE 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump
  • Air Mass Meter
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Diagnostic Test Connector
  • Engine Temperature Sensor
  • Anti-Lock Brake System Component Locations Diagram for 1991 Saab 9000 SPG 2.3 L4 GASAnti-Lock Brake System Component Locations Diagram for 1991 Saab 9000 SPG 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Wheel Sensor
  • Ignition Switch
  • ABS Pump Relay
  • ABS Main Relay
  • Brake Light Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

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

    1995 Saab 9000 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 Saab 9000 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Foglamp Switch
  • Lighting Switch
  • Right Rear Combination Lamp
  • Left Rear Combination Lamp
  • Rear Foglamp Switch
  • 1991 Saab 9000 CD 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 Saab 9000 CD 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Turn Indicator
  • LH Turn Indicator
  • Flasher Relay
  • Direction Indicator Switch
  • Hazard Warning Light Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: SPEEDOMETER STOPS WORKING - M/T
    Vehicle: 1996 Saab 9000 CS 2.3 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response
  • Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
  • Document: EMISSIONS/NOx TOO HIGH-EXHAUST PIPE R&R - RECALL 270
    Vehicle: 1988 Saab 9000 S 2.0 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Insufficient Performance
  • Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Saab 9000 AUTOMOBILES

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