1997 Saab 9000 Hatchback emission

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Condition	Value

expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values


Diagnostic socket location	The diagnostic socket is located at seat console on the driver's side.

expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox


Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B204I 129 HP, 177 N⋅m	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234I 145 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B204E 148 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B202S 148 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B204S 148 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234E 168 HP, 260 N⋅m	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B202L 182 HP	850–950 rpm850–950 rpm850–950 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234L 197 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline V6 3.0 L B308I 208 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234R 221 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
All other modifications	775–925 rpm775–925 rpm775–925 rpm

expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox


Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B204I 129 HP, 177 N⋅m	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234I 145 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B204S 148 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B202S 148 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B204E 148 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234E 168 HP, 260 N⋅m	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B202L 182 HP	850–950 rpm850–950 rpm850–950 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234L 197 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline V6 3.0 L B308I 208 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
Saab gasoline straight-4 2.3 L B234R 221 HP	800–900 rpm800–900 rpm800–900 rpm
All other modifications	775–925 rpm775–925 rpm775–925 rpm

expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET


All other modifications	176°F176°F80°C

expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values

expand_moreCO content at idling speed


All other modifications	0.5 %0.5 %0.5 %


CO content at increased idling speed	0.3 %0.3 %0.3 %

expand_moreIgnition time


All other modifications	-14°00' - before TDC + after TDC
No adjustment possible


Increased idling speed	2500–2800 rpm2500–2800 rpm2500–2800 rpm
Lambda value	0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
Maximum HC content at idling	50 ppm50 ppm50 ppm

To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by Saab.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 Saab 9000 Hatchback 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 9000 Hatchback 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 1997 Saab 9000 Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1997 Saab 9000 Hatchback First generation Emission

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Saab 9000 Hatchback First generation model years

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