expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP, 177 N⋅m engine (1998.2–2003.8)
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Front axle stabiliser mounting
19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the axle control arm
At the transverse control arm
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
At the subframe
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
On stub axle
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
At the transverse control arm
67.86 lbf⋅ft67.86 lbf⋅ft92 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Second stage
75°75°75°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Saab warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Saab 9-3 Cabriolet service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1998 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.