Date: Sat, 22 Sep 2007 17:48:06 +0100 From: johannes <johsnospam-85635457321546-fitter.com> Subject: Re: SAAB 9000 new owner was Re: Have Saab reintroduced hatchback yet?
Eeyore wrote: > > johannes wrote: > > > Anne Jackson wrote: > > > > > > Another quick question, if anyone knows...what's the number > > > for the Haynes manual that covers the 9000 CSE turbos? > > > > There is only one Haynes Manual for Saab 9000 1985-1998. The manual > > is cryptic and of limited use for the non-expert. Though the wiring > > diagrams in the back may be useful. > > Haynes manuals are truly dreadful. > > Graham I had to replace the OS front indicator plastic cover. It is fixed by a spring clip from inside, but there is no room to get a finger in the right position to set the clip. Of course you could always remove the engine and and auxiliaries :-). After much messing about and no help from Haynes, I found an ingenious solution, which I am happy to convey here: I took the wire from a coat hanger and made a small hook at the end. Then I could catch the spring clip with to hook and pull it in place.