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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20009-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (B205)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEFLUIDSBRAKE FLUIDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)
Brake Fluid: Service and Repair
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)SECTION Service and Repair
Changing the Brake Fluid
1. Drain the brake fluid reservoir
2. Fill up with fresh brake fluid.
3. Connect the filler cap (included in the brake bleeder kit 88 19 096) to the brake fluid reservoir. Place a hose with one end in the filler cap and the other in a container of fresh brake fluid.
4. Raise the car and connect the suction pump hose to the bleed nipple on the LH front wheel.
Suction out the brake fluid until new fluid starts to appear. Repeat this method on the remaining wheels in the following order: RH front, LH rear, RH rear and the slave cylinder.
5. Lower the car to the floor.
6. Remove the filler funnel, hose and bottle.
7. Adjust the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir.
8. Check the function of the brakes. Depress the brake pedal and make sure it does not creep.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.