2005 Saab 9-7X LinearFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Locating Air Filter Housing/Washer Solvent Tank Assembly Components
    GM1361745Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the lower air filter housing/washer solvent tank assembly (2) onto the mounting studs.
  2. Connect the washer pump hoses (3) to the washer pumps.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the 2 air cleaner housing/washer solvent tank assembly retaining nuts (1) to the mounting studs.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Headlamp Washer Hose At Headlamp Washer Pump
    GM1362808Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. If applicable, Connect the headlamp washer hose to the headlamp washer pump located on the lower air cleaner housing/washer solvent tank.
    5. Fig 3: Locating Electrical Connectors
    GM907812Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the following electrical connectors:
    • Windshield washer pump (1)
    • Headlamp washer pump (2), if equipped
    • Low solvent level sensor (4)
    • Lift gate washer pump (6), if equipped
  6. Install the washer solvent level sensor wire harness to the wire harness retaining clips (3, 5).
    7. Fig 4: Locating Air Cleaner Components
    GM1361132Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the air inlet duct (5) to the lower air cleaner housing/washer solvent tank assembly (4).
  8. Install the air cleaner element (6) and air outlet duct (3) to the lower air cleaner housing/washer solvent tank assembly.
  9. Install the air cleaner cover/resonator (2). Refer to Air Cleaner Element Replacement .
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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