Date: Mon, 19 Apr 2004 16:15:42 -0400 From: ma_twain <ma_twainnospamo.com> Subject: Re: Maintenance
Dan in Connecticut wrote: > "Fred W." <Fred.Willsnospampam myrealbox.com> wrote in message news:<f-OdnWgK-8gPiR3d4p2dnAnospamphia.com>... > >>"Dan in Connecticut" <dwolframnospamardcurran.com> wrote in message >>news:98e48760.0404160639.61e86c2enospaming.google.com... >> >>>Hi folks, I have been lurking about the board for a couple of weeks >>>since I started to research my next vehicle purchase. I have narrowed >>>my choice to a 2000 9-3. Prices seem to be within the my range and I >>>like the look of the car. I am going to test drive one this weekend, >>>from everything I have read I expect to be thrilled. I currently >>>drive a 3/4 ton dodge ram...enough said on that. My question is >>>regarding the scheduled maintenance of the timing belt/chain (I think >>>it is a belt). All the cars I have looked at seem to be just under >>>the 60k mile mark. I half expect that these cars are appoarching some >>>costly sheduled maintenace. Any info on what to expect as far as >>>maintenance for a 2000 with 60K miles would be appreciated (if you >>>have any idea on costs would also be useful). Additionally, please >>>forward any suggestions/recommendation/warnings as to what to look out >>>for during my search. Thanks to all. Dan >>> >>Hey Dan, >> >>9-3's with 4 cylinder engines have a chain. No schedule to replace it ever. >> >>Yes, there is a major scheduled service that occurs at 60k miles, but the >>main reason you see so many at that mileage is because that is about where a >>4 year old car should be, mileage-wise. That said, if you buy one right at >>or near the 60k mark, expect that the PO has not performed this service, as >>it is fairly expensive. You can call local SAAB stealers or independant >>garages and they will quote you for the job. Seems like I remember it being >>about $600-700 at the local dealership here. But if you are handy, it is >>all fairly easy stuff to do (filters, oil change, coolant change, flush >>brake lines, etc.) and you can save a bundle doing it yourself. >> >>Here's what's on the recommended list at 60k >> >>Preliminary: >> >> Check exterior lights >> >> Check / replace windshield wipers >> >>Engine Compartment: cold >> >> Replace spark plugs (NGK PFR 7H-10 Gap=1.0mm torque = 19 >>lb/ft)) >> >> Replace air filter (SAAB P/N 4876074) >> >> Check power steering fluid level (CHF-11S) >> >> Check windshield washer fluid level >> >> Replace engine drive-belt and check tensioner function. (Conti >>6 PK 2345 mm) >> >> Inspect evaporative control system including filler cap, vapor >>lines and charcoal can >> >> Check crankcase ventilation and vacuum lines >> >> Check battery state of charge and electrolyte level. Clean >>terminals if required >> >> Change cabin air filter >> >> Flush cooling system and refill with SAAB coolant >> >>Engine Compartment: warm engine >> >> Change Engine Oil and Filter (Mobile 1 5W30 - 4.2 qts) >> >>Chassis: >> >> Check operation of parking brake >> >> Check manual gearbox fluid level (SAAB Synthetic Manual Gearbox >>Oil ) >> >> Replace fuel filter >> >> Check fuel system including tank for leaks >> >> Lubricate door hinges, stops and locks and check operation >> >>Chassis: (wheels off) >> >> Rotate tires. Inspect tires for uneven wear. >> >> Flush / Fill Brake fluid (DOT4 only) >> >> Check brake pad thickness >> >> Check brake hoses and lines >> >> Check ball joint clearances, outer and inner steering joints and >>rubber boots >> >> Inspect shock absorbers and bushings for tightness and >>condition. >> >> Inspect inner and outer drive shaft joint boots >> >> Inspect the exhaust system and mounting >> >> Check tires and tire pressure (33psi front and back) >> >> Check spare tire and pressure (50 psi) >> >> Check Front Wheel Toe-in (1.5mm +/- .5mm measured on rim) >> >>Final: >> >> Check SRS warning lamp, visual inspection >> >> Check condition and operation of seat belts >> >> Reset TIME FOR SERVICE Indicator (press clear for >8 sec until >>"SERVICE") >> >> Carry out road test >> >> >> >>By the way... >> >>I am selling mine. It's a 2000 9-3SE Convertible. You can check it out if >>you want at: >> >>http://users.adelphia.net/~fredwills/ >> >>Of course, all of the above stuff has already been done on mine... ;-) >> >> >> >>-Fred W >> > > Thanks for the info. While a convertible would be my first choice, > four doors and solid all around is what the wife (and 18 month old > daughter) requires. Anyway I bought a 2001 9-3 this weekend! Just > over 60K miles. I got the stealer to preform all scheduled > maintenance (with documentation). It was a good day. Thanks again > Dan > Godd luck with the "new" car! I hope "stealer" was a mistype and not a comment on the dealer :-)
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