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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20009-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (B205)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTREAR SEATBACKREST, 40-PERCENT
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)
Backrest, 40-Percent
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)SECTION Backrest, 40-Percent
Backrest, 40-percent
To remove
1. Release the backrest from the seat-belt member and fold it forwards.
2. Undo the bracket on the long load opening.
3. Pull the backrest away from the mounting by the long load opening and pull out the joint pin at the wheel housing.
4. Detach the upholstery tensioner and lift out the backrest.
To fit
Fit in reverse order
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.