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Saab 9-5 Thermostat Replacement and Coolant Flush – Trionic Seven

In this video I flush the coolant and replace the thermostat in Anna’s 2006 Saab 9-5 Vector 2.0t Biopower. If the engine doesn’t warm up correctly, or if you get no heat to the cabin, this is the #1 thing to check. Also this video shows how to clean the thermostat housing grounding point. Thanks […]

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SAAB 93 ENGINE ECU/ECM SWAP (TRIONIC T8)

ECU or engine computer is nit that big puzzle to replace anymore. All you need is a windows laptop, an OBDLINK SX adapter and the trionic can flasher software. Although it become a very easy job and DIY friendly, but you have to take some precautions, like connecting the car to a charger or maintainer, […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Changing the Cabin Air Filter – Trionic Seven

In this video we change the cabin air filter/pollen filter for a 1998-2010 Saab 9-5. Remember, if you don’t regularly change your cabin air filter, this wil happen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUYHO3S_dR8 🙂 Swedish: I denna film byter vi kupefilter/pollenfilter i en Saab 9-5, Ă„rsmodell 1998-2010. Trionic Seven is the YouTube channel for Saab enthusiasts. Follow us on […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Replacing the Key Remote Battery – Trionic Seven Quick Tip

This is how you change the battery in the key remote for a Saab 9-5. You need a CR1632 battery and a corkscrew and a few minutes of your time. Byte av batteri i fjÀrrkontrollen/nyckeln tillhörande en Saab 9-5. Du behöver ett CR1632-batteri och en korkskruv för jobbet.

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Quickly Replacing Parking Sensors on a Saab 9-5 (DIY) – Trionic Seven

We replace a parking sensor on a 2009 Saab 9-5 2.3t Biopower Griffin. This fixes the “Park Assist Failure” message in the SID. These instructions apply to all 2006-2010 Saab 9-5 models. No need to remove the bumper! Swedish: Hur man byter parkeringssensorer pĂ„ en Saab 9-5 Ă„rsmodell 2006-2009 utan att ta bort stötfĂ„ngaren. Detta […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Handbrake Adjustment – Trionic Seven

This is a detailed instruction on how to tension the handbrake on your Saab 9-5, all model years. As the handbrake shoes wear down you need to perform this adjustment to get them to work correctly. If your handbrake is weak, does not stop the car, or if you must pull the lever hard before […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Changing the Engine Air Filter – Trionic Seven Quick Tip

This video shows how to replace the engine air filter in a Saab 9-5, model years 1998-2010 (non-diesel engines). The air filter is usually changed during service, but if you do this yourself you can save a lot of money. You should not neglect the air filter as it is an important component for engine […]

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Quick Fix For Lost Mirror Cover! (2007 Saab 9-5 Linear) – Trionic Seven

This is a very common issue on the Saab 9-5. Weak plastic clips holding the rear view mirror cover result in it falling off. In this video I show you how to fix it quickly with a new cover. No, we don’t care about the paint for this car. The Saab 9-3 has a very […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Replacing Front Sway Bar End Links – Trionic Seven

Big thanks to Robbin for making this video. Bad front sway bar end links (also called anti roll bar end links or tie rod ends) is a common issue on the Saab 9-5 that causes a clunking noise from the suspension when going over bumps. This video shows how to replace them. Always use jack […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Torque Rod Powerflex Bushings – Trionic Seven

The bushings in the torque rod often go bad in the Saab 9-5 which causes excessive engine movement. Replacing them is an easy and quick DIY that can be done with only basic tools. Warning: I made a mistake in the video by putting the yellow bushing in with the wrong orientation. It should be […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: 2002-2005 Blinker Reinforcement – Trionic Seven Quick Tip

If you have a 2002-2005 Saab 9-5 you should check your blinker/turn signal fasteners. Saab Service Campaign no. 157 12, bulletin 351-2378 deals with the issue of the plastic clips not being strong enough, possible causing the blinker light to fall from the car and cause major paintwork damage. The fix is simple, buy Saab […]

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How NOT to replace the timing chain – Revisiting Laxen, my old Saab 9-5 Aero – Trionic Seven

Laxen is back! And now we know why the engine failed. Sad to say, it was a result of the botched timing chain replacement back in 2015. The balance chain sprockets fell away from the shafts, causing internal engine damage. Don’t cheap out! I give a tour, start up, and exhaust sound of this 2002 […]

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$0.00 Repair For Saab 9-5 Power Window – Trionic Seven

The passenger side power window stopped working on my 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero, this is how I repaired it. These instructions apply to all 1998-2010 Saab 9-5 models. Swedish: HĂ€r reparerar jag den elektriska fönsterhissen pĂ„ passagerarsidan i min Saab 9-5. Trionic Seven is the YouTube channel for Saab enthusiasts. Subscribe to our channel! http://bit.ly/1QAmC6i […]

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Defa Cabin Heater Install DIY (2009 Saab 9-5) – Trionic Seven

A warm car is a comfortable way to start any winter day. No need to scrape ice and snow, and the engine does not need to perform a cold start. In this video I install a Defa Termini II 1700W cabin heater into my 2009 Saab 9-5 2.3t Biopower Griffin. This car has the 600W […]

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Saab Alarm Siren Rebuild, Battery Replacement (Fix Random Alarms) – Trionic Seven

Full guide for rebuilding the Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-5 Alarm Siren with battery replacement. This is the fix for the “Service Theft Alarm” or “Theft Protection Failure” warnings, and also stops random alarms from occurring. This is part 2, check out part 1 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLYQ8VvEZlg Part 3 is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQ0L_IGPEOw Parts needed: Two Sanyo […]

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DIY Bluetooth Audio Aux For Saab 9-3 and 9-5  – Trionic Seven

This is how you get high-quality DIY Bluetooth aux input for the Saab 9-5. It’s easy to install and does not require permanent modification to the car. The product is called Bluesaab and is a piece of hardware that intercepts the CD changer input in the trunk. You’ll lose any cd changer you have, but […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Fixing a Clicky Steering Wheel – Trionic Seven

How to fix a clicky and knocking steering wheel in a Saab 9-5 by greasing the spline joint in a Saab 9-5. Symtoms can include a knock felt during acceleration, braking, or turning as well as a general feeling of looseness in the steering system. This is a relatively easy and quick fix, requiring a […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Coolant Bypass Valve Replacement – Trionic Seven

In the Saab 9-5 there is a valve (Coolant Bypass Valve or Heater Bypass Valve) in the cooling system that is prone to failure, resulting in leaking coolant. The leakage can be sudden and the car can loose a lot of coolant in a very short time. If unlucky, this can happen on the highway […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Front Engine Mount Replacement – Trionic Seven

Video by Olle Bolin. Camera: John Block. This is how you change the front engine mounts in the Saab 9-5, 2.0 and 2.3 engines, model years 1998-2010. Part numbers can vary according to model year, be sure to get the right version. Video for replacing the torque rod arm bushing is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2JXRS_3s1o Tools needed […]

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Saab Spark Plug Replacement DIY – Trionic Seven

This is how you change the spark plugs in most modern 4-cylinder Saab Engines. Always use NGK plugs and check your owner’s manual and/or tuner. I use NGK BCPR7ES-11 in this video. Incidentally, this video also shows how to replace the Direct Ignition Cassette (DI/DIC) This video applies to most Saab ng900, 9000, 9-5 and […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Vacuum Line Replacement (Silicone Hoses) – Trionic Seven

This is a detailed guide for replacing the vacuum lines in your Saab 9-5. Instructions should also apply to the Saab 900, Saab 9000 and Saab 9-3, however there might be some minor differences. The old lines are made of rubber which will become brittle with age and eventually break. I choose to use high-quality […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Serpentine Belt and Pulley Replacement – Trionic Seven

This video shows how to inspect and replace the serpentine belt/poly-v-belt on a 4-cylinder gasoline-powered Saab 9-5, model years 1998-2010 (Engine types B205 and B235). If you have a squeak from the right-hand side of the engine, it might be that your serpentine belt needs to be replaced. In this video, we also replace the […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: Fuel Filter Replacement – Trionic Seven

In this video we show how to change the fuel filter in a Saab 9-5. This video does NOT apply to biopower models as they have an in-tank filter. Featured car: 2002 Saab 9-5 Aero Salomon Edition (with extra rust!) Sorry for the poor audio, my microphone cut out when I least expected it. Swedish: […]

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Saab 9-5 DIY: ECU Replacement – Trionic Seven

This is how to replace or remove the Engine Control Unit (ECU, or Engine Control Module, ECM) in a Saab 9-5. Please note that if your car is a right-hand drive version, the ECU is located on the left side of the vehicle. These instructions do not apply to the Saab 9-3 since the ECU […]

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How to Reset Saab Trionic 7 Throttle Body Limp Home Mode

Instructional video on how to reset Saab Trionic 7 throttle body in limp home mode. Applies to any 9-3 or 9-5 Saab with a black Direct Ignition Cassette and …

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