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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20039-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (2.0 HOT)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSERVICE AND REPAIRPERFORMANCE TEST A/C SYSTEM
2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT)
Performance Test A/C System
2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT)SECTION Performance Test A/C System
Performance test A/C system
- Doors, windows and engine hood must be closed.
- Engine speed must be in the range 1500-2000 rpm.
- All panel vents must be open.
- ACC: Position "LO" must be selected on the ACC-unit.
(Max fan speed, distribution damper in VENT-position and recirculation ON).
- Manual A/C: Fan speed 4.
- Manual A/C: Distribution damper in position "VENT".
- Manual A/C: Recirculation.
- Manual A/C: Heater control in max cooling position.
- Take a temperature reading 100 mm inside the centre panel vent. Read off after five 5 minutes. The temperature should be in the range 6-12°C. The difference between the cut-in and cut-out temperatures should be 3-6°C.
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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.