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Date: Wed, 08 Dec 2004 07:28:44 -0500
From: KeithG <noonenospamay.com>
Subject: Re: First Time Saab owner


Make sure the idler pulleys get changed out when the serpentine belt does (60k service). I would not go beyond 75k on the pulleys, period. I disagree with the 10k oil change interval. 5k seems more reasonable. Especially with the rash of sludged engines. Saab recommends 10k, but with US driving 5k is safer. Brake shops are fine for brakes, I do mine myself, though. Just make sure the brake shop DOES NOT 'turn' the rotors. Replace them when they are below the minimum thickness, but if the pedal is not pulsating, just replace the pads. If the pedal is pulsating, replace the rotors. Auto transmission service is fluid changes. This is a good idea. Manual transmission fluid changes should be done at 60kmi. KeithG Pooh Bear wrote: > Robert Murphy wrote: > > >>I just purchased a 2000 9-3 S Convertible here in the US and I had a couple >>of questions as far as maintenance. >> >>There is a local Saab shop with a decent reputation but I was wondering >>about some of the basic maintenance. >> >>My particular question is about the brakes. I have been taking my US cars >>(Ford, Oldsmobile) to the same brake shop for some time and I was wondering >>if there was any reason not to take my Saab there. >> >>I guess the same question applies to the transmission and the cooling >>system. >> >>I was also hoping for any tips as far as anything else to look for. > > > For basic stuff, you don't need a Saab dealer. > > What attention did you think the transmission needs ? Hardly a regular service > item ! > > Golden rule #1. > > Use synthetic engine oil ! In the UK, Mobil One is the recommended choice. > Change every 10k miles. The engine will last a long, long time. > > http://www.mobil1.com/index.jsp > > Oh and use the right spark plugs. NGKs ( forget the part number offhand ) only > for engines with direct ignition. > > Other tips. Fix stuff before it gets worse ! It's more expensive when it gets > worse ( usually ). > > > Graham >

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