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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20009-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (B205)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLIGHTING AND HORNSHEADLAMPHEADLAMP ALIGNMENT ACTUATORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)
Headlamp Alignment Actuator: Service and Repair
2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (B205)SECTION Service and Repair
Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor
To remove
1 Remove the direction indicator. Remove the headlamp
2 Turn the motor approx. 450 and pull it straight out with moderate force.
To fit
1 Remove the cover.
2 Lift up the reflector and press down the motor shaft into the groove.
3 Press in the motor and turn it approx. 450 to fasten it.
4 Fit the headlamp
5 Fit the direction indicator
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.