Is too much crankcase pressure?
A few things can cause excessive blow-by apart from worn cylinders or rings. Powerful spikes in crankcase pressure are a classic sign of a blown head gasket, or a cracked engine block. This is especially true if the gases coming out of the breather hole carry with them a strong stench of raw gasoline.
Is there an oil leak in my Saab Turbo?
If you are having troubles with oil leaks and/or oil backing up into your turbo causing smoke to billow out of your exhaust pipe this may be what your Saab needs. Regardless of your year or model if you have an oil leak you should check the function of your PCV system.
When do I need to upgrade my Saab PCV?
On Saab 9-5 and 9-3 models years 99-03 Saab is suggesting a PCV(Posite Crankcase Ventilation) upgrade. If you are having troubles with oil leaks and/or oil backing up into your turbo causing smoke to billow out of your exhaust pipe this may be what your Saab needs.
Why does my Saab check engine light keep coming on?
When your Saab check engine light stays on, it means that the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) computer has detected a malfunction. The cause could be an engine problem, a fuel system leak, or even an indication of a transmission issue. Since a fault code will be stored in your Saab’s OBD computer, you can use an OBD-II scanner to read those codes.
Why does my Saab PCV have a check valve?
This can be done by checking that all hoses and passages are clear and that the check valve still works as a one way valve. The need for a crankcase ventilation system comes in play due to piston blow-by. During each power stroke gases escape past the piston rings and into the crankcase.
This can be done by checking that all hoses and passages are clear and that the check valve still works as a one way valve. The need for a crankcase ventilation system comes in play due to piston blow-by. During each power stroke gases escape past the piston rings and into the crankcase.
Why is my Saab 9-3 PCV leaking oil?
Saab has determined that the oil separator box on 9-3 and 9-5’s PCV system has inadequate flow. This is responsible for oil leaks at the timing cover area and smoke from the tail pipe during start up.
When to upgrade the PCV on a Saab 9-3?
Saab PCV upgrade 9-3, 9-5 On Saab 9-5 and 9-3 models years 99-03 Saab is suggesting a PCV(Posite Crankcase Ventilation) upgrade.
Why do I have oil coming out of my crankcase?
The need for a crankcase ventilation system comes in play due to piston blow-by. During each power stroke gases escape past the piston rings and into the crankcase. These gases cause high pressure that can push oil out of seals and gaskets.