expand_more2.0 t with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 5500 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (1998.10–2009.12)
expand_moreParking brake
Without backing plate
0.02 in0.02 in0.5 mm
expand_moreWith parking brake caliper
Without backing plate
0.2 in0.2 in5 mm
Without backing plate
0.16 in0.16 in4 mm
expand_more2.0 t with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 182 HP engine (2000.7–2001.7)
expand_moreParking brake
Without backing plate
0.02 in0.02 in0.5 mm
expand_moreWith parking brake caliper
Without backing plate
0.2 in0.2 in5 mm
Without backing plate
0.16 in0.16 in4 mm
expand_more2.3 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 227 HP engine (1999.10–2001.9)
expand_moreParking brake
Without backing plate
0.02 in0.02 in0.5 mm
expand_moreWith parking brake caliper
Without backing plate
0.2 in0.2 in5 mm
Without backing plate
0.16 in0.16 in4 mm
expand_more3.0 TiD with diesel V6 3.0 L 174 HP engine (2001.7–2009.12)
expand_moreParking brake
Without backing plate
0.02 in0.02 in0.5 mm
expand_moreWith parking brake caliper
Without backing plate
0.2 in0.2 in5 mm
Without backing plate
0.16 in0.16 in4 mm
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreParking brake
Without backing plate
0.02 in0.02 in0.5 mm
Without backing plate
0.16 in0.16 in4 mm
Rear axle brake piston diameter
1.5 in1.5 in38 mm
Brake system is the most important system in your 2001 9-5 Combi Coupe. Check pads and disks from time to time and replace them as they worn below minimum thickness allowed by Saab.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 Saab 9-5 Combi Coupe 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 9-5 Combi Coupe 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 2001 Saab 9-5 Combi Coupe you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.