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Re: 30K Checkup
Posted by HHirsch999 (more from HHirsch999) on Fri, 2 Nov 2001 13:30:32
In Reply to: , Kok Chen, Sat, 17 Dec 1988 12:00:00 

>.....I noticed my owner's manual calls for draining and replacing the=20
coolant, and the brake. fluid.=A0 Is this something that should have been
done?

In my opinion you should always do the maintenance procedures recommended by=
=20 SAAB. =20

Coolant replacement, accompanied by a flush, and a new thermostat is good=20
basic cooling system maintenance.  A check of the serpentine belt, idler,=20
water pump for leaks, hose condition, and radiator cap should be included as=
=20 well.  Thermostats are cheap even at SAAB prices ($12-$15); during the
winte= r=20 they show up as a car that never warms up causing low/no heat,
poor=20 performance and economy.

Brake fluid should be replaced as a preventive measure.  It's much less=20
expensive than replacing the brake master cylinder/ABS unit.  Brake fluid=20
does deteriorate over time; water and dirt get into the system.  Both of=20
these undesirables can cause expensive damage.  So brake fluid replacement i=
s=20 the cheap preventive measure.

Good luck,

Herb Hirsch

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