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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 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 9-5 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Compressor Clutch, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Saab 9-5 ARC 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove shaft nut or bolt, Fig. , with aid of spanner wrench.
  • Remove pressure plate using pressure plate remover.
  • Remove shims from shaft.
  • Remove rotor (pulley) retaining snap ring using suitable snap ring pliers.
  • Remove rotor (pulley) by gently tapping it with plastic hammer. Some compressors may require a jaw puller.
  • Disconnect stator lead wires from compressor housing.
  • Remove stator retaining snap ring using suitable snap ring pliers, then remove stator from compressor housing.
  • On all models except 10PA15 an...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Master Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 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 Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Saab -> Component Locations -> 1999-06 Saab 9-3 & 9-5, 1994-98 900, 1989-93 900 (Less B201 Engine) & 1988-95 9000
Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Saab 9-5 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
  • Remove center hub nut, Fig. .
  • On lefthand side, separate driveshaft from transaxle with a suitable prying tool.
  • On righthand side, separate driveshaft from intermediate shaft with a suitable brass drift and hammer.
  • On all sides, remove brake hose retaining clip.
  • Remove suspension arm fro...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 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 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2009 Saab 9-5 2.3T 2.3 L4 GAS

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Saab 9-5 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove battery ground cable at battery.
  • Relieve tension on belt tensioner and unhook multigroove V-belt.
  • Remove alternator air intake by pulling it straight up.
  • Remove belt tensioner.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front right wheel.
  • Remove drive belt cover.
  • Remove engine oil pressure sensor and plug hole.
  • Remove wiring h...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Saab -> 1999-2004 9-5
Vehicle: 2002 Saab 9-5 ARC 3.0 V6 GAS

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Saab -> Service Indicator -> 9-3 & 9-5 -> Automatic Reset -> Manual Reset
Vehicle: 2005 Saab 9-5 ARC 2.3 L4 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2009 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Seats Diagram for 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GASSeats Diagram for 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Adjustable Seat Control Module
  • Instrument Panel Diagram for 2006 Saab 9-5 2.3T 2.3 L4 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2006 Saab 9-5 2.3T 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector H10-5
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • LH Front Door Speaker
  • RH Front Door Speaker
  • Antenna
  • LH Rear Door Speaker
  • 1999 Saab 9-5  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Saab 9-5 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Heater And Ventilation Control Panel
  • Pressure Sensor A/C
  • Main Instrument Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Saab 9-5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: INFORMATION FOR DEALERS ON HOW TO SUBMIT A FIELD PRODUCT REPORT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: XM BAND NOT RECEIVING ALL CHANNELS (PREVIEW MODE) - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Insufficient Performance
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Saab 9-5 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Saab 9-5 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 9-5 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 9-5 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 9-5 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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