What are the modifications to a Saab 9-3 Viggen?
Other mechanical modifications over a standard turbocharged 9-3 included a higher capacity intercooler, a performance-tuned ECU, a higher flowing exhaust system, a performance clutch and pressure plate, stiffened and lowered suspension components as well as reinforced CV joints and driveshafts.
Why is my clutch pedal not working on my Saab 9-3?
This problem is very common and occurs in all Saab 9-3 cars with manual transmission up to 10 years old. The reason is simple – fatigue of the material , underneath the clutch pedal is a small spring that rests on one end with the pedal and the other end rests on a yellow plastic clip.
What kind of car was the Saab Viggen?
Believe it or not, Saab was actually on a mission to beat the Germans with the Viggen. The car was aimed directly at the Audi S4, BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG when it was new.
When did the second generation Saab 9-3 come out?
The most drastic change from the former generation was the elimination of the hatchback design. The second-generation 9-3 was available as a four-door saloon, an estate (introduced in late 2005 as a 2006 model, known as the SportWagon, SportCombi or Sport-Hatch dependant on the market), and a two-door convertible (introduced in 2004).
When did the Saab 9-3 Viggen come out?
Only 4,600 Saab 9-3 Viggens were made. Saab manufactured the second generation 9-3 from 2002-2012, and once again they modified many of the Saab 9-3 parts. Safety features were upgraded, the hatchback design was eliminated, and a new 2.0L straight-4 engine was added.
What kind of transmission does a Saab Viggen have?
The Viggen is only available with a five-speed manual transmission which features an electronic torque-sensing function to prevent damage to the gearbox. In 1999, the Viggen was the first 9-3 to use Saab’s Trionic 7 engine management system. The 2001 model year introduced a Traction Control System (TCS). The TCS was later made available in the
What kind of engine does a Saab 9-3 have?
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.
How did the Saab Viggen Thunderbolt get its name?
The ‘Viggen’ (English: Thunderbolt) is named after the Saab 37 Viggen aircraft, and was developed by Saab with input from the Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR) Group. The Viggen production car draws upon on the earlier 230 bhp (172 kW; 233 PS) Saab 900 Concept Coupe that had been developed by the Saab Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) group.