1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)
70–130 A70–130 A70–130 A
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2004.9–)
70–130 A70–130 A70–130 A
All other modifications
65–120 A65–120 A65–120 A
expand_moreAlternator manufacturer
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)
DENSO
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2004.9–)
DENSO
All other modifications
Bosch
Battery capacity
85 A⋅h85 A⋅h85 A⋅h
Battery cold test current
750 A750 A750 A
Battery voltage
12 V12 V12 V
Control unit voltage
14 V14 V14 V
expand_moreGenerator type
All other modifications
E6-14V 65-120A
Rotor resistance
2.60
expand_moreStarter manufacturer
1.8 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 121 HP engine (2004.1–)
Bosch
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)
Bosch
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2004.9–)
Bosch
All other modifications
DELCO
expand_moreStarter power
1.8 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 121 HP engine (2004.1–)
1.81 hp1.81 hp1.35 kW
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 118 HP engine (2004.9–)
2.68 hp2.68 hp2 kW
1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2004.9–)
2.68 hp2.68 hp2 kW
All other modifications
2.41 hp2.41 hp1.8 kW
expand_moreStarter type
1.8 i with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 121 HP engine (2004.1–)
R70M
All other modifications
DW 12V 2.0kW
Stator resistance
0.04 Ω0.04 Ω0.04 Ω
Specifications of electrical components installed in 2004 Saab 9-3 Sedan.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 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.
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 Sedan 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 2004 Saab 9-3 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.