2002 Saab 9-3 Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)


Upper section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)

expand_moreScrews


Bottom	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreTop


Screws	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 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


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

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


All other modifications	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L 123 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 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
Replace the O ring.

expand_moreVacuum pump


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 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_moreFuel-distributing pipe


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


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

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll Saab diesel straight-4 2.2 L D223L engines


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


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


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

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


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

expand_moreTurbo charger


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	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


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

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


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


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 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


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 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


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–), 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	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 2.
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


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	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_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Crankcase ventilation	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreDrive plate

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

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)


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

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_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)


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

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


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 timing chain guide rail

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


All other modifications	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)


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

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


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
All other modifications	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel


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

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


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

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

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

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


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

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


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

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


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

expand_moreOil drain plug


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the oil drain plug.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil pump


All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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


On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


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

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


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


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

expand_moreLambda sensor


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn engine mounting


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

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_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


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket

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


2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 123 HP engine (2002.9–)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

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_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


All other modifications	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


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


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

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


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
Fuel lines	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


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

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


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 2002 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.

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

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2002 Saab 9-3 Sedan generations

In 2002 Saab offered 2 generations of the 9-3 Sedan. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation

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2002 Saab 9-3 Sedan Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2002 Saab 9-3 Sedan generations

First generation

Saab 9-3 Sedan Second generation model years

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