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°
expand_moreClutch
Clutch pressure plate
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreClutch slave cylinder
With concentric slave cylinder
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP, 177 N⋅m engine (1998.2–2003.8)
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Torque converter
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Medium solid screw-locking compound
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
With automatic gearbox
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With manual transmission
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP, 177 N⋅m engine (1998.2–2003.8)
With manual transmission
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreOil control plug
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP, 177 N⋅m engine (1998.2–2003.8)
With manual transmission
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 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 2003 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2003 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet generations
In 2003 Saab offered 2 generations of the 9-3 Cabriolet. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.