1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2006.1–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.0 t BioPower with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 5500 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.1–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.0 t Biopower with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP engine (2005.9–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2002.3–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.3 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 217 HP engine (2003.7–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.3 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 256 HP engine (2005.11–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.3 t BioPower with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 182 HP engine (2007.1–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
2.3 t BioPower with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 204 HP engine (2006.11–2009.12)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn stub axle
With parking brake caliper
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Otherwise
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
expand_more1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2006.1–2009.12)
At the brake caliper
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_more2.0 t BioPower with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 5500 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.1–2009.12)
At the brake caliper
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_more2.2 TiD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2002.3–2009.12)
At the brake caliper
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_more2.3 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 217 HP engine (2003.7–2009.12)
At the brake caliper
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_more2.3 t BioPower with gasoline straight-4 2.3 L 182 HP engine (2007.1–2009.12)
At the brake caliper
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the brake caliper
With parking brake caliper
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Otherwise
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
At the bearing pedestal
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreBearing pedestal
On chassis
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
On stub axle
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreBearing pedestal
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage
30°30°30°
expand_moreOn stub axle
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
30°30°30°
Rear axle stabilizer mounting
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn stub axle
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
30°30°30°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Saab 9-5 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 9-5 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 2008 Saab 9-5 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Saab 9-5 Sedan First generation second facelift model years