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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20109-5REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMADJUSTMENT REPLACEMENTSTEERING POWER VARIABLE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT

2010 Saab 9-5

Steering Power Variable Control Module Replacement

2010 Saab 9-5SECTION Steering Power Variable Control Module Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Power Variable Control Module Location

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

Callout	Component Name
Procedure Disconnect the battery, refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION AND CONNECTION Remove the Instrument panel lower trim panel insulator, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER TRIM PANEL INSULATOR REPLACEMENT - DRIVER SIDE
1	Steering Power Variable Control Module Procedure Release the control module from its clips. Disconnect the connector from the control module. Refer to CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES for programming and setup information.

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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.