What should I use to replace vacuum lines on my Saab 9-5?
This is a detailed guide for replacing the vacuum lines in your Saab 9-5. Instructions should also apply to the Saab 900, Saab 9000 and Saab 9-3, however there might be some minor differences. The old lines are made of rubber which will become brittle with age and eventually break. I choose to use high-quality silicone hoses for the new lines.
What is the purge valve on a Saab?
Fig. 8 The purge valve hose for the Evaporative Emission System connected to the throttle body is not an actual vacuum line (different size and material). It allows fumes to be sucked from the charcoal canister in the wheel well into the intake and burned.
What kind of fuel line does Saab use?
In the picture at left, the stock 4-mm rubber hose is was replaced by a 4.8-mm reinforced fuel line. It is less likely to clog, and lasts longer. The check valve (PCV valve) needs periodic replacement.
Where is the charge air pipe in a Saab?
Runs along the “charge air pipe” to the turbo bypass valve (BPV) at the front of the engine compartment. This is the longest of the four hoses.
This is a detailed guide for replacing the vacuum lines in your Saab 9-5. Instructions should also apply to the Saab 900, Saab 9000 and Saab 9-3, however there might be some minor differences. The old lines are made of rubber which will become brittle with age and eventually break. I choose to use high-quality silicone hoses for the new lines.
Fig. 8 The purge valve hose for the Evaporative Emission System connected to the throttle body is not an actual vacuum line (different size and material). It allows fumes to be sucked from the charcoal canister in the wheel well into the intake and burned.
In the picture at left, the stock 4-mm rubber hose is was replaced by a 4.8-mm reinforced fuel line. It is less likely to clog, and lasts longer. The check valve (PCV valve) needs periodic replacement.
Runs along the “charge air pipe” to the turbo bypass valve (BPV) at the front of the engine compartment. This is the longest of the four hoses.
Where does the coolant come from in a Saab?
I decided to take a deeper look, took the intake off and of course which only allowed me to get a endscope camera under the intake and sure enough I had coolant pooled in all the pools on the top of the block. So then I inspected further and noticed that the I had small drop of coolant coming from the reserve tank on the hose above the turbo.
How much does a Saab coolant hose kit cost?
Saab 9-3SS all 1.9 TiD 16 valve models (Z19DTH) – Coolant Pipe £105.00 (EU €119.74) £99.99 (EU €114.03) 9-5 98′-10′ (models without Water Valve) DO88 Heater Hose Kit £35.87 (EU €40.91) 9-3 00′-03′ all 4 cyl petrol models (see descr) DO88 Coolant Hose Kit £158.53 (EU €180.79) C900 16v Turbo 86′-93′ (94 CV) w/o AC DO88 Coolant Hose Kit
Can a leak in the intake manifold cause an overheated engine?
Continuous coolant leaking is the cause of overheated engine. In every time you do not appear the coolant to be leaking. Sometimes coolant will not leak in the intake manifold gasket, directly go to the intake manifold. It causes to overheat the engine. Also, you can’t find any external leak.
Why is the coolant low on my Saab 07?
Hi everyone, so picked up an 07 a few months back and a week later noticed a coolant low message, so naturally added coolant. I had the car sitting outside and started it up on weekends. Come last week I brought the car into the garage so I could change my fluids and I got the coolant low level again.
What are coolant hoses and pipes on a Saab?
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Where is the filter number on a Saab?
This number is generally located at the base of the windscreen, or on the vehicle documents. Only Suitable for Vehicles 1986 onwards SubmitSubmit Filter Parts By Category Accessories/Styling
Are there any recalls on Saab V6 Aeros?
They are notorious for leaking, and SAAB had a service recall on 2006 – 2009 V6 Aeros. https://www.saabcentral.com/forums/s…d.php?t=163133 Thanks for the reply so it’s looks like the leak is fixed.
Are there chemicals in Saab power steering pressure hoses?
Current No.: 32015402 Prior No.: 4839650, 4909990, 5058219, 5058532, 5236104, 5390125, 5531462, 5531785 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Which is the best parts company for Saab?
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