What kind of coolant does a Saab 9-3 use?

The picture below is for a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc and also shows the flow direction of the coolant in the system (in case you were curious): This job will require disconnecting components above and below the engine compartment such as air hoses, the radiator fan cowling and the intercooler and condenser attached to the radiator.

Why is the radiator not working on my Saab 9-3?

Your engine temperature sensor is responsible for relaying your engine temp to the ECU. Once the temp gets so hot, the ECU commands the radiator fan to come on. If your 9-3 has a bad engine temp sensor the radiator fan won’t know to come on, because the ECU won’t know how hot the engine is. You’ll need to locate and test the engine temp sensor.

How to test the fan on a Saab 900?

Use Fuse Taps (from RadioShack etc.) or similar flat contacts in the relay socket to avoid damage to the socket. To measure the fan current, put a meter set to a 20-amp range in series with the test leads, across contacts 30 and 87. It is safer to test the fan curent with engine off:

Why is the low speed fan not working on my Saab?

If the fan never comes on after the engine is shut off, the low speed circuit may not be working. If the fan resistor burns out, or if the low fan speed circuit fails for other reasons, the fan will continue to cycle on the high setting to cool the engine, but the coolant (and engine) temperature will run about 10-15 degrees C high.

Where is the radiator located on a Saab?

For those that aren’t familiar with vehicle cooling systems the radiator is usually found in the front of the car behind the grill and front bumper, and in front of the radiator fan. The picture below is for a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc and also shows the flow direction of the coolant in the system (in case you were curious):

Why is YouTube not working on my Saab 9-3?

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Can a Saab radiator be taken apart for DIY?

I’ll be using a combination of actual pics I took and those from Saab’s Workshop Information System (WIS) since I wasn’t going to take the car apart just for this DIY and not actually replace the radiator:

Can you write a post on replacing a radiator?

A reader asked if I could write a post on replacing a radiator (which I assumed would be for the 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc I usually write posts about). I wasn’t planning on replacing mine (yet) but figured I could outline what’s needed to complete the job for those that need to do it.

What’s the best way to remove a radiator?

Lastly, expect to use endless ratchet straps to hang up the fan cowling and charge air cooler while carefully lowering the radiator from underneath the car to remove it. NOTE: You may want to consider other components to replace at the same time when replacing a radiator.

How to remove a radiator from a subframe?

Disconnect the lower radiator connection (#24 in image). Unhook the intercooler and condenser from the radiator. Unhook the fan cowling from the radiator. Then remove the lower radiator mounting from the subframe (#28 in image): Carefully lower the radiator and remove from the vehicle. Reassembly!

Where do you remove the radiator cover on a car?

Remove the upper radiator support cover (the metal portion behind the headlights and over the top of the radiator). You can remove the radiator support cover WITHOUT removing the headlights, grill or bumper cover. Remove top bolts for the headlights and the bolts through the cover near the center.

Adding engine coolant (also known as antifreeze) to your 2004 Saab 9-3 is pretty easy. Engine coolant circulates through your engine to keep it cool in the summer but won’t freeze in the winter.

Are there any changes to the Saab 9-3?

Saab announced that 1,100 changes were made for the Saab 9-3, including sleeker styling, an improved suspension, and upgraded safety features. All U.S. Saab 9-3s featured turbocharged engines as standard.

When did the Saab 9-3 Thunderbolt come out?

Saab manufactured over 326,000 first generation 9-3s from 1998-2002. From 1999-2002 Saab produced a high powered version of the Saab 9-3 called the Viggen. The Viggen, or “thunderbolt”, was named after the Saab 37 Viggen fighter jet and came with a turbocharged 2.3 L engine.

Is the coolant leak on my Saab still happening?

No worries, I think I will start on mine this weekend. Have some other issues like blown amber led lights on the headlight assembly which looks like it will mean a new headlight. Finally finished the job and got the car back on the road, unfortunately it looks like the leak is still happening.

Adding engine coolant (also known as antifreeze) to your 2004 Saab 9-3 is pretty easy. Engine coolant circulates through your engine to keep it cool in the summer but won’t freeze in the winter.

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.

Where is the coolant reservoir on a 9-3?

The video above shows you where the coolant reservoir in your 9-3 is located and how to add coolant. Be sure to check your owners manual to determine the correct type of fluid to add – for Saabs, it will typically be in a section titled Fluid Capacities in the back of your manual.

How can I tell if my Saab engine is leaking?

To properly diagnose this condition perform a cold (after an overnight stay is best) compression and leak down test. As an example, an engine with a 150-175 psi hot cranking compression reading may only show 75 to 90 psi when cold.

Coolant flush on an 2006 2.0t Saab 9-3. This should be the almost same for 2004-2011 variants of the 2.0t 9-3. For flushing I recommend picking multiple gallons of distilled water from the grocery store (usually about a $1 or less each), and you will need a secure container to hold the used coolant for recycling.

How do you check transmission fluid in a Saab 9-3?

1. Place the car on a lift. Engage P and apply the handbrake. Chock the wheels if a track lift is being used. 2. Remove the dipstick and lower the car. 3. Connect a hose with 87 92 822 Oil filler funnel to the dipstick hole. 4. Fill with automatic transmission fluid as specified, wee Weight, fluid capacity and grade of fluid.

When did the Saab 9-3 saloon come out?

The 9-3 is Saab’s only model, offered as a saloon, and will be available in three different body styles: saloon, estate and convertible. The Saab 9-3 was launched in 1997 for the 1998 model year. It is manufactured with various petrol engines and 2.2L turbodiesel engine.

How many warning lights are there on a Saab?

Click a link to learn more about each one. They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are over 30 of them, so search carefully!

How to order Saab parts, spares and accessories?

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What does the Check Engine light mean on a Saab?

When your Saab check engine light comes on, you may notice: Engine shaking or juddering. Check engine light flashing. In some cases, you may not notice any performance issues at all, as would be the case if you forget to tighten the gas cap. With a ‘check engine’ light on, the first thing you need to find out is what caused it.

Where is the fault code stored on a Saab?

Since a fault code will be stored in your Saab’s OBD computer, you can use an OBD-II scanner to read those codes. When your Saab check engine light comes on, you may notice:

How to repair a CD player in a Saab 9-3?

This video shows how to remove and repair the CD unit in a Saab 9-3 (model year 2004). The repair is focused on a problem where the CDs do no load, or are stuck and do not eject from the CD player. You could also use this video to get to the point of disassembly required to replace a failed laser (since we have to take most of the unit apart).

Can you remove the front bumper on a Saab?

Saab 9-3 front bumper removal ~ ’03 – ’07 model years ~ remove YOUR front bumper real easy, allowing access to rad, IC, condenser, headlights, washer bottle Saab 9-3 front bumper removal ~ ’03 – ’07 model years ~ remove YOUR front bumper real easy, allowing access to rad, IC, condenser, headlights, washer bottle …

How do you fill and flush a Saab 9-5?

Open the cap on the expansion tank and release the pressure. 2. Raise the car. 3. Remove the lower front cover. 4. Open the drain cock on the radiator and drain off the coolant. 5. Close the drain cock. 6. Lower the car to the floor. 7. Switch off the A/C or ACC. Fill with coolant to the MAX level.

How long does it take for coolant to drain from a Saab?

It may take 10 – 15 minutes to drain completely. Close the petcock when empty. The coolant system holds 7.4 liters and I was able to only get 5.3 liters out so it is not possible to drain all the coolant from the system. 6. Fill engine with distilled water by pouring it in the expansion tank to the Cold marking on the tank.

What kind of platform does the Saab 9-3 have?

The 9-3 was first based on the GM2900 platform and subsequently changed to the GM Epsilon platform. Other vehicles using this platform included the Opel Vectra and Cadillac BLS. Saab’s last owners, National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS) were assembling the 9-3 sedan (saloon) as Saab’s only model.

When did the Saab 9-3 anniversary convertible come out?

Saab 9-3 Anniversary convertible (Australia) The first generation 9-3, an updated Saab 900 (NG) was launched in 1998 for the 1999 model year. It was known to enthusiasts as the OG 9-3 (old generation) and internally as body style 9400. It continued as a full line through the 2002 model year.

What is the P number on a Saab 9-3 alarm?

Original P/number is 12783781.Saab 9-3 Alarm Remote Fob/Transmitter. 433.92mhz. NEW REMOTE FOB/TRANSMITTER!! Saab Griffin logo for the hood. This is an Original Equipmet Part. Utilizing a plastic wedge or flat tip screw driver you need to pry off the existing silver disc.

When did the Saab 9 3 convertible come out?

2003-2007 9-3 Sport Sedan 2 on vehicle. 2004-2007 9-3 Convertible 2 on vehicle. 2006-2007 9-3 Sport Combi 2 on vehicle. 2008-2010 9-3 Sport Sedan 1 on vehicle. 2008-2010 9-3 Convertible 1 on vehicle. 2008-2010 9-3 Sport Combi 1 on vehicle.

What kind of engine does a Saab have?

2003-2011 9-3 Sport Sedan’s with 4 Cylinder Engines & Automatic Transmissions. 2004-2011 9-3 Convertilble’s with 4 Cylinder Engines & Automatic Transmissions. $379.50 Genuine Saab Neutral Position Sensor / Range Switch.

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