Quick demo on swapping stock vacuum lines with 4mm ID silicone tubing found online. At the end I included a self-modified diagram taken from the WIS for a 20…
Saab 9-5 vacuum line replacement with silicone
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great video, thank you
The only reason the 1999 – 2003 engines had failures was because GM used non synthetic oil in the models that weren’t aeros. They also had bad pcv systems, but they have a upgrade you can get to fix that problem with the upgrade they have eeuroparts.I picked one up that had no sludge issues at all …. just got lucky I guess. The best way to see is if you remove the sump or valve cover and check for sludge. Mine has 170,000 on the orginal engine and still running strong btw mines a 2000 9-5 2.3T
I, for one, have a 2002 Saab 9-5 and haven’t had any engine failures. The only major problem I had was the engine would occasionally die while first starting up in cold weather. From what I understand, that was caused by a tear in the stock diverter valve’s diaphragm which is easy and, by Saab standards, cheap to fix anyways.
I was reading last night about the Saab 9-5. From what I understand, I was advised to stay away from the 1999-2003 Saab 9-5 engines. They were known to have engine failures due to the faulty PCV placement. Furthermore, as of 2004 and up until today, they have did some refinements that eliminated the problem that occurred in the 99-03 9-5 models. I guess my question is, have you experience any engine failures?
I’m sorry to hear about your plight. I hope there are some lemon laws in your state/county so you have some sort of recourse. I am slowly learning about my Saab – with the help of the great online community and the WIS. I am sorry to say I haven’t touched any other vacuum system other than these hoses associated with the turbo/ignition (and that the couple at the back for the coolant diverter).
Master cylinder has been replaced, so someone knew there was an issue. Already replaced both front calipers and pads.
The reason I’m doing this is because the front brakes are locking up and from the research I’ve done, I may need to replace the vacuum pump. Just bought the car a couple days ago! Jerk used car dealer wont do anything. I have a family and I realty cat afford this. Any input you have would be appreciated!
Hey man. I’m probably going to have to replace my vacuum lines, at least the ones for the brake booster. Did you do that one and if so, were you able to buy the check valves separately? What should I use to get those clips out to remove the line? I do have fuel line and AC clip removers. Not sure if those are compatible.