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Classic Saab 900: 1985-1993 16v Recommended Service Schedule
Every 7,500 miles (1985 - 1991) - Every 10,000 miles (1992 and later)
| Engine maintenance : |
| Change Oil and Filter |
| Check engine coolant level and add as required. Inspect coolant hoses and hose clamps. Check coolant freezing point. |
| Check engine drivebelt (V-belt) tension and condition. |
| Inspect exhaust system. |
| Inspect fuel system components, fuel lines and vacuum hoses. |
| Electrical system maintenance : |
| Check battery terminal connections and electrolyte level. Clean terminals if necessary. |
| Check for proper function of exterior and interior lights. |
| Transmission maintenance : |
| Check manual transmission oil level and add as required. |
| Check automatic transmission fluid level and add as required. |
| Check automatic transmission final drive oil level and add as required. |
| Inspect rubber boots for inner and outer drive axle joints. |
| Chassis maintenance : |
| Inspect brake system for damaged hoses and lines, leaks or damage. |
| Check brake pad wear (wheels removed) |
| Check brake and clutch fluid level and add as required. |
| Check parking brake operation. |
| Check power steering fluid level and add as required. |
| Check windshield washer fluid level and add as required. |
| Check shock absorber bushings and shock function. |
| Inspect rubber boots for ball joints, tie rod ends, and steering rack. |
| Check tyre pressures. |
| Rotate tyres and inspect for uneven wear. |
| Check front wheel toe in alignment (1985 - 1991 models only) |
| Body maintenance : |
| Check operation of doors. Lubricate door hinges, stops and locks. |
| Road test: Check engine, transmission, clutch, steering and brake performance. Check cruise control control and ventilation system. Check for any noises (brake squeal, rattle etc.) |
Major Service (every 30,000 miles)
| Engine maintenance : |
| Change Oil and Filter |
| Flush and replace engine coolant ( maximum 2 year intervals ) |
| Inspect coolant hoses and hose clamps. |
| Check engine drivebelt (V-belt) tension and condition. |
| Replace distributor cap and rotor. |
| Replace and gap spark plugs. |
| Inspect and check resistance of spark plug wires (HT leads) |
| Check and adjust ignition timing ( all except models with crankshaft mounted EZK Ignition Hall Sender ) |
| Check and adjust idle speed ( cars with LH 2.2 Fuel injection only ) |
| Check turbo overpressure safety switch ( 1985-1988 Turbo models only ) |
| Replace oxygen sensor ( cars with LH 2.2 Fuel injection only,+ catalytic converter only ) |
| Inspect crankcase ventilation system. |
| Inspect Evaporative Loss Control Device (ECLD) system |
| Replace charcoal canister ( 1985-1990 models ) |
| Replace air filter element |
| Inspect fuel system components, fuel lines and vacuum hoses. |
| Lubricate accelerator and throttle linkage |
| Replace fuel filter |
| Inspect exhaust system. |
| Electrical system maintenance : |
| Check battery terminal connections and electrolyte level. Clean terminals if necessary. |
| Check for proper function of exterior and interior lights. |
| Check headlight aim |
| Transmission maintenance : |
| Check manual transmission oil level and add as required. |
| Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Remove front pan and clean transmission filter. |
| Check automatic transmission final drive oil level and add as required. |
| Inspect rubber boots for inner and outer drive axle joints. |
| Chassis maintenance : |
| Inspect brake system for damaged hoses and lines, leaks or damage. |
| Check brake pad wear (wheels removed) |
| Replace brake fluid and flush and bleed brake system. |
| Check parking brake operation. |
| Check power steering fluid level and add as required. |
| Check windshield washer fluid level and add as required. |
| Check shock absorber bushings and shock function. |
| Inspect rubber boots for ball joints, tie rod ends, and steering rack. |
| Check tyre pressures. |
| Rotate tyres and inspect for uneven wear. |
| Check front wheel alignment ( camber, caster, toe-in ) |
| Body maintenance : |
| Check operation of doors. Lubricate door hinges, stops and locks. |
| Check and lubricate convertible top latches. |
| Road test: Check engine, transmission, clutch, steering and brake performance. Check function of instruments, controls, horn, windshield wipers, cruise control control and ventilation system. Check for any noises (brake squeal, rattle etc.) |
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