2001 Saab 9-3 Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreScrews


Bottom	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreTop


Screws	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Alternator	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Generator bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	360°360°360°

expand_moreInjection pump


Front	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Injection pump pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


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

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Coolant pump pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	65°65°65°
Third stage	65°65°65°
Fourth stage	65°65°65°
Fifth stage	65°65°65°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14


Sixth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 12


Fourth stage	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block


Balance shaft gear wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Deflection pulley

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


All other modifications	129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
High-strength screw-locking compound
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
High-strength screw-locking compound
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°


All other modifications	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m


Chain tensioner locking screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Control drive chain guide rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
All other modifications	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m


Control drive chain tensioning rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreSaab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Surface seal (cf. LOCTITE® 518)

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Glow plugs	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Knock sensor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


Center	140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Front	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreRear


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 Saab 9-3 Sedan 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.

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2001 Saab 9-3 Sedan First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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