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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20009-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (B205)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLYVALVE, INTAKE/EXHAUST
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)
Valve, Intake/Exhaust
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)SECTION Valve, Intake/Exhaust
Valves
1.Exhaust Valve Illustration:
2.Inlet Valve Illustration:
Valve Dimensions
Dimension A:
Exhaust 4.9575 ± 0.0075 mm
Intake 4.9775 ± 0.0075 mm
Dimension A (Nimonic):
Exhaust 4.9725 ± 0.0075 mm
Intake 4.9775 ± 0.0075 mm
Dimension B:
Exhaust 29.0 ± 0.1 mm
Intake 33.0 ± 0.1 mm
Dimension C:
Exhaust 107.84 mm
Intake 107.30 mm
Dimension D:
Exhaust 1.5 - 2.0 mm
Intake 1.0 - 1.5 mm
Dimension E:
Exhaust 44.50 ± 0.167 degrees
Intake 45.25 ± 0.250 degrees
Valve Dimensions:
Important: The exhaust valves are stellite coated and must therefore not be machined. Grinding with paste only is advised. B235R and B205 R/L have Nimonic valves manufactured of a high-temperature resistant material.
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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.