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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20049-5 LINEAR (9600) L4-2.3L TURBO (2.3T)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRA/T, IGNITION SWITCH CONTACTS
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo (2.3t)
A/T, Ignition Switch Contacts
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo (2.3t)SECTION A/T, Ignition Switch Contacts
Ignition switch contacts
To remove
1. Remove the selector lever housing.
Important: When working on a dismantled selector lever housing, the selector lever should be protected with foam rubber or the like.
2. Remove the ignition switch contacts.
Fitting
1. Screw the ignition switch contacts in place. Use Loctite 242 thread-locking adhesive, part number 74 96 268, on the screws.
Carefully tighten the screws.
2. Fit the selector lever housing.
To remove
1. Remove the selector lever housing.
Important: When working on a dismantled selector lever housing, the selector lever should be protected with foam rubber or the like.
2. Remove the ignition switch contacts.
Fitting
1. Screw the ignition switch contacts in place. Use Loctite 242 thread-locking adhesive, part number 74 96 268, on the screws.
Carefully tighten the screws.
2. Fit the selector lever housing.
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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.