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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20009-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (B205)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSVALVE SYSTEM
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)
Valve System
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)SECTION Valve System
Valve System
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Important: The exhaust valves are stellite-coated and should therefore not be machined. Grinding with paste only is advised. Valves in the B235R and B205 R/L have nimonic valves manufactured of a high-temperature resistant material.
Valve Guides
Length 42.5 mm
Outside Diameter 12.039-12.050 mm
Bore for Valve Guides, Diameter 12.000-12.018 mm
Maximum Clearance, Valve Guide* 0.50 mm
*measured across the valve disc with the valve drawn out 3 mm from the valve seat
Valve Springs
Fitted
B205 37.5 mm
Free
B205 57.1-60.1 mm
When Loaded 361-403 N (81-91 lbf)*
B205 31.7 mm
*Twin Coil Springs incl. Valve Disc and Valve Stem Seal
Tappets
Diameter 32.959-32.975 mm
Height 24.0 mm
Bore for Tappets, Diameter 33.000-33.016 mm
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.