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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 01 August 2007 |
It's an oft-asked question - What else should I take care when my car is apart? Combining the job you're doing with other repairs & replacements can save you both time and money and will generally lead to a more reliable car. The list below is the one I use to remind myself of jobs that can be done without removing the engine from the car and, that when done together, are major timesavers. Part numbers are included where needed to facilitate ordering online.
Doing a simple tuneup? Check and replace:
Distributor O-Ring 91 76 470
PCV Breather Grommet 75 15 190
Intake Manifold Bushings 75 15 208 (3 needed, 88+)
Distributor Cap (Use only Bosch)
Distributor Rotor (Use only Bosch)
Spark Plugs (Recommend NGK BCP6ES or EV, BCP*R*6 acceptable substitute
Ignition Wires (Use only Bougicord or Magnecor)
Air Filter
Doing a head gasket? Do the above, plus check and replace:
B2x2 Head Gasket Kit (Recommend Elring set)
Alternator Bushings 75 41 451 (2 needed)
93 54 770 (2 needed)
Power Steering Pump Bushing 93 65 917
Power Steering Pump Bushing 93 65 909
Side Motor Mounts (hydraulic) 75 45 650 (2 needed)
Water Pump (Use only Saab Genuine, Laso, Hepu)
Top Radiator Hose 75 46 161
75 46 179
Coolant Elbow 75 04 624
Thermostat
Coolant Bottle Cap 43 95 570
Fan Thermoswitch 85 47 572
NTC Sensor 93 57 021
Pulling the engine? Do the above, plus check and replace:
Engine/Transmission Gasket 75 14 946
Oil Filter Housing Gasket 93 08 180
Front Seal (pulley) 91 73 576
Rear Seal (flywheel) 91 75 902
Oil Pump Pickup O-ring 79 72 698
Oil Pump O-Ring
Shift Coupler Pin 83 75 172
Shift Coupler Washer 80 29 944
Shift Coupler Nut 83 35 002
Shift Coupler 42 79 634
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