Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB1987900 BASE, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.0 J, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONMANUAL TRANSSERVICING - M/TADJUSTMENTSGEARSHIFT LINKAGE900 (1986 1/2 TO PRESENT)
1987 Saab 900 Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.0 J, Automatic
900 (1986 1/2 To Present)
1987 Saab 900 Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.0 J, AutomaticSECTION 900 (1986 1/2 To Present)
- Place shift lever in 3rd gear position. Loosen pinch bolt at gear selector shaft joint on engine side of firewall. See Fig 1 .
- Lock gearshift lever into 3rd gear position in gearshift housing with a .24" (6 mm) drift. It may be necessary to pry up carpeting in front of shift lever console for access to shift rod.
- Slip Locking Device (87 91 576) into hole in shift lever input shaft and then into differential cover. See Fig 1 . This locks transaxle into 3rd gear. Tighten pinch bolt at gearshift joint to 22-26 ft. lbs. (20-35 N.m).
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.