What kind of power does a Saab 9000 have?
The 2.3t Turbo upped power to 200bhp and ran 0-60 in a shade over 7 seconds, then there is the massive 3.0 v6 engine which offers 210bhp and a 6.7 sprint to 60. All models return around 30mpg with the 2.0Turbo being the most frugal and will reach typically 32-33 mpg around town.
What are the stage 3 mods on a Saab 9000?
Stage 3 mods: Engine balancing, forced induction (turbo/supercharger), Internal engine upgrades (pistons/head/valves), competition cam. Power on the 2.3T can be lifted to somewhere between 240 to 260bhp with a combination of remapped ecu, sports exhaust and induction kit with a cold air feed pipe.
When did the face lift Saab 9000 come out?
The face lift model arrived in 1991 and made the 9000 a very credible alternative to the usual German executive cars. The only downside with the SAAB 9000 is expensive repairs but thankfully they are pretty reliable cars.
How much power does a Saab 2.3T have?
Power on the 2.3T can be lifted to somewhere between 240 to 260bhp with a combination of remapped ecu, sports exhaust and induction kit with a cold air feed pipe. We would recommend limiting power to 250bhp for the best compromise as traction becomes a major issue when you exceed this.
What kind of wiring does a Saab 9000 have?
WIRING DIAGRAMS – 1997 U.S. SPECIFICATION CONTENTS 3. 2.3 Turbo Engine performance circuits 1 4. 2.3 Turbo Engine performance circuits 2 5. ABS 6. Aircon 1 7. Aircon 2 8. Alarm circuit with immobiliser 9. Alarm circuit without immobiliser 10. Backup lamps circuit 11.
When did the Saab 9000 go out of production?
The 9000 remained in production until MY 1998 and it was replaced by the Saab 9-5 in late 1997, although some final cars were produced into 1998. The Saab 9000 was only available with petrol engines and never as a convertible (except for one prototype).
How do you remove the Turbo from a Saab 9000?
Remove the 13mm bolt holding the steady bracket to the turbo. Using a 13mm ring spanner, remove the four nuts securing the turbo to the manifold and remove the turbo. On water-cooled turbos, disconnect and remove the upper coolant pipe. Ensure all the downpipe studs are fully screwed into the turbo.
When did the Saab Direct Ignition come out?
Saab Direct Ignition was introduced 1988 with the 9000 CD and its B202 turbo engine. The same engine in the CC got the DI with MY 1989. Since then all new engine releases for the 9000 got the DI from beginning (except the later V6 which came from GM).
When to change head gaskets on a Saab 9000?
Head gaskets on all motors need changing at 100,000miles so before you start upping the boost this should be your first job and while your at it you may as well change the timing chain. Oil should be changed every 6,000 miles and use a good quality synthetic 5W-30 oil.
What kind of clutch does a Saab 9000 use?
The 2.3 litre Full Pressure Turbo clutch can hold up to 300bhp and can be fitted to the 2litre cars if the 2.3litre flywheel is used as well. For an uprated clutch specclutch.com do a stage 2 unit for 300quid.
What kind of engine does a Saab 9000 have?
The cranks with balancer shafts are slightly different and as such are not interchangeable with non balancer shaft cranks. All Saab 9000 Turbo engines come with a steel crank, steel rods and Mahle pistons and they can handle up to 500bhp and still last 250,000miles without a problem.
Head gaskets on all motors need changing at 100,000miles so before you start upping the boost this should be your first job and while your at it you may as well change the timing chain. Oil should be changed every 6,000 miles and use a good quality synthetic 5W-30 oil.
The 2.3 litre Full Pressure Turbo clutch can hold up to 300bhp and can be fitted to the 2litre cars if the 2.3litre flywheel is used as well. For an uprated clutch specclutch.com do a stage 2 unit for 300quid.