2015 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP


Nuts	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Stud screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the cylinder head	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Intake manifold support	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines


Bottom	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Top	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
on the engine block
Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
on the engine block
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
on the engine block
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


Screws	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Power steering pump bracket	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_moreAll Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	50°50°50°


All Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe

expand_more1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)


Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


M12	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M14	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Injection pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


At the turbocharger	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
On the engine block	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m


Turbocharger coolant feed line	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Turbocharger coolant return line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


M10	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
M12	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


At the turbocharger	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug


M12	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP

expand_moreM8


Screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Long screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Short screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Radiator mounting	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Bearing casing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Tighten gradually and alternately from inside to outside.

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Bearing casing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps.
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps.
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP.


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	155°155°155°


Screws 11 – 14	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP, Screws 1 – 8.


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreScrews 9 – 10


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreScrews 9 – 10


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreScrews 9 – 10


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 5.
Second stage	150°150°150°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14


Fourth stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block


Balance shaft gear wheel	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Balance shaft module	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	110°110°110°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	110°110°110°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	110°110°110°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreCrankcase ventilation

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


On the engine block	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	250.77 lbf⋅ft250.77 lbf⋅ft340 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP

expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws


Screws	250.77 lbf⋅ft250.77 lbf⋅ft340 N⋅m


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	250.77 lbf⋅ft250.77 lbf⋅ft340 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	125°125°125°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	75°75°75°


Crankshaft pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreFlywheel


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use high-strength screw-locking compound.

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use high-strength screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP


First stage	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	25°25°25°

expand_moreDual-mass flywheel


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreSaab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


First stage	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP

expand_moreInner screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreLateral-fitting screw


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOuter screws


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	110°110°110°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP

expand_moreInner screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreLateral-fitting screw


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOuter screws


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	110°110°110°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP

expand_moreInner screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreLateral-fitting screw


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOuter screws


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	110°110°110°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreInner screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreOuter screws


Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Vibration damper	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail


Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_more1.8 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 121 HP engine (2004.1–)


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	125°125°125°
Third stage	15°15°15°
Locking screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Top	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Otherwise	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


Locking screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	150°150°150°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Drive wheel toothed belt
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°


Chain tensioner	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP


Lateral-fitting	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


Lateral-fitting	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Top	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel


Intermediate wheel	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Toothed wheel

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Toothed wheel

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreTiming case cover


Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard

expand_more1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top


1.8 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 121 HP engine (2004.1–)	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


Torx screws	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Hexagon head screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the oil drain plug.

expand_moreOil filter

expand_more1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP

expand_moreOn the engine block


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Oil filter housing cap

expand_moreAll other modifications


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil lines

expand_more1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)

expand_moreOil feed lines at the turbo charger


Banjo screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreReturn line at the cylinder head


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreReturn line at turbocharger


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil pump


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP


At the gearbox	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Otherwise	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP

expand_moreM6


Screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP

expand_moreM10


Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


Screws	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreM6


Screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor


1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use assembly paste
Glow plugs	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use assembly paste
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use assembly paste
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP

expand_moreOn engine mounting


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP

expand_moreM10


Screws	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


Screws	68.59 lbf⋅ft68.59 lbf⋅ft93 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP

expand_moreM10


Screws	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


Screws	68.59 lbf⋅ft68.59 lbf⋅ft93 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP


On the engine block	68.59 lbf⋅ft68.59 lbf⋅ft93 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews


Bottom	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTop


Screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreSaab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


On engine bracket	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


On engine bracket	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSaab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreSubframe

expand_more2.0 t with gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2011.1–)


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage	135°135°135°


Subframe stiffening plate	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


Clamps	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Differential pressure sensor lines	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_more1,8t BioPower with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2007.1–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_more1,8t with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2003.8–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m


1.8 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 121 HP engine (2004.1–)	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 t BioPower with flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2011.1–)


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 t BioPower with gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2011.1–)

expand_moreNuts


Screws	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m


Stud screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


Front	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Clamps	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP


Clamps	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter housing	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel lines


2.0 t BioPower with flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2011.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel pump


Preliminary feed pump	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L LP9 247 HP	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 272 HP	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284R 276 HP	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 129 HP	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 158 HP	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B207G 161 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Saab flexfuel straight-4 2.0 L B207H 161 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L A 19 DTR 177 HP	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Saab diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTR 177 HP	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Saab gasoline/alcohol straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Saab gasoline V6 2.8 L B284L 252 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2015 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.

Maintenance Items

Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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Doing basic service for your 2015 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2015 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet Second generation facelift (second round) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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Saab 9-3 Cabriolet Second generation facelift (second round) model years

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