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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20049-5 LINEAR (9600) L4-2.3L TURBO (2.3T)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMESUBFRAMEREAR SUBFRAMESERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo (2.3t)
Rear Subframe: Service and Repair
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo (2.3t)SECTION Service and Repair
Nut Piece, Rear Subframe
Removing
1. Remove the mats to expose the floor.
2. Use a 35 mm hole saw to cut out a hole in the marking.
3. If necessary, remove the bolt from underneath.
4. Use a screwdriver to snap the old nut piece out of the holder. Use a pair of pliers or a piece of bent wire to lift out the nut piece.
Fitting
1. Fit a new nut piece without plastic holder.
2. Fit the bolt from underneath.
3. Apply anti-corrosion agent to the edge and fit a plug, part no. 43 33 498.
4. Remove all swarf, grinding dust and the like from the floor, using a vacuum cleaner.
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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.