When to tune a 1991 Saab 9000 engine?
Tuning the engine up to 1991 year is easy but make sure the car has an intercooler and Performance Control Valve. If it hasn’t get down the scrap yard and find some, Saab have left all the required connections for the intercooler and PCV so fitting is a doddle.
What’s the boost pressure on a Saab 9000?
In the middle of the valve is a screw covered with a blob of paint, wind this in and it ups the boost pressure, 0.9bar gives 220bhp and 1.2 gives 250bhp. To match the fuelling requirements to the increased boost pressure, fuel pressure also needs to be increased. Either fit an adjustable item or squeeze the current regulator in a vice.
Is the Saab 9000 Turbo the best car?
The Saab 9000 Turbo may not be the best looking car but it’s build quality and tuning potential more than make up for any shortcomings in the looks department. This tuning guide will show you the best way of getting big power from either of the Saab 9000 Turbo cars, be it the 2litre or 2.3litre.
How many gear ratios does a Saab 9000 have?
In 1993 the gearbox bell housing was changed to a GM pattern, this means gearboxes before 1993 cannot be swapped for gearboxes after 1993. Saab 9000s came with 3 gear ratios, for the ultimate short gear ratio solution is to use the non turbo box other wise the Low Pressure Turbo box or the Aero box will be fine.
Tuning the engine up to 1991 year is easy but make sure the car has an intercooler and Performance Control Valve. If it hasn’t get down the scrap yard and find some, Saab have left all the required connections for the intercooler and PCV so fitting is a doddle.
What is the warning light on a Saab 9000?
LOCK ABS warning light This light comes on if a fault arises in the Anti-Lock Brake System. Conventional braking will still be available but without the Anti-Lock System. Have the Anti-Lock Brake System checked by an authorized Saab dealer without de- lay, see page 57
In the middle of the valve is a screw covered with a blob of paint, wind this in and it ups the boost pressure, 0.9bar gives 220bhp and 1.2 gives 250bhp. To match the fuelling requirements to the increased boost pressure, fuel pressure also needs to be increased. Either fit an adjustable item or squeeze the current regulator in a vice.
Do you need an SRS for a Saab 9000?
REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE SRS IS NOT REQUIRED. This Owner’s Manual provides some prac- tical advice on driving and looking after your car.