How long does it take to replace a Saab engine mount?
You will have to reach behind the engine block and your arm will almost certainly lean on it, and your face will be only a couple of inches away from the top of the engine most of the time. You definitively don’t want the engine hot when you’re doing this. Replacing the engine mount is not too difficult, however it does take about 2.5 hours.
What kind of engine does a Saab 9-3 have?
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. It is offered with 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic gearbox.
Where are the screws on a Saab engine?
One screw is on the passenger’s side of the engine bay, one screw is directly in front of the firewall. These two are easy to see and remove. But the third one is facing the driver’s side of the engine bay and cannot be seen from any angle. We spent about an hour trying to find that screw.
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 do you get a belt tensioner out of a Saab 9-3?
Use a ½” socket + ratchet to remove the 4 bolts securing the alternator and move it out of the way to make room for the belt tensioner to come out: With the alternator out of the way you now have enough room to get the belt tensioner out.
How to replace rear engine mount on Saab 9-5 se?
The main reason I am posting this is because I couldn’t find a truly detailed, step-by-step guide on how to replace rear engine mount on 9-5. I found things like “the rear mount is a bear” on several different forums, so I wanted to give it a try and it was a success I have a 1999 9-5 SE with a 2.3 liter engine and manual transmission.
Where is the torque rod mount on a Saab?
The blue arrow shows the location of the lower front torque rod mount which needs to be loosened before you start lifting the engine. It has two screws that are visible and easy to remove. When you lock in the back, this is where you’ll find the mount.
What kind of engine does a Saab 9-5 have?
I have a 1999 9-5 SE with a 2.3 liter engine and manual transmission. The engine had weird vibrations and it felt like strong jerks every time I went from 1st to 2nd gear, or when I released the gas pedal fully.