Installation Procedure

2010 Saab 9-5SECTION Installation Procedure
  1. Clean the sealing surfaces.
  2. Clean the threads (arrows).
    Fig 1: Locating Valve Housing Fasteners Tightening Sequence
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  3. Install the valve housing.
    Fig 2: Identifying Clutch Rod
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    1. 3.1. Hook in the clutch rod (1).
    2. 3.2. Install 6 fasteners.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  5. Install the cover.
    Fig 3: Identifying Gasket, Cover And Screws
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    1. 5.1. Install a new gasket (3).
    2. 5.2. Install the cover (1).
    3. 5.3. Install two screws (2).
  6. Finish fitting the valve housing.
    Fig 4: Identifying Control Valve Body Tightening Sequence
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  7. Refer to FASTENER CAUTION .

    Tighten the 8 fasteners (arrows) in the specified order.

    Tighten 

    10 Nm (88 lb in)

  8. Install the temperature sensor (3).
    Fig 5: Identifying Attaching Plate, Temperature Sensor And Screw
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    1. 8.1. Moisten the temperature sensor O-ring with gearbox oil.
    2. 8.2. Install the attaching plate (2).
    3. 8.3. Tighten the fastener (1).

    Tighten 

    10 Nm (88 lb in)

  9. Plug in the engine speed sensor connectors.

    Attach the connectors to the two mountings (4).

    Fig 6: Identifying Solenoid Valves, Engine Speed Sensors, Mountings And Retaining Clip
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  10. Plug in the connector for the solenoid valves.
    1. 10.1. Secure the wiring harness in the 2 retaining clips (3).
    2. 10.2. Plug in the 2 connectors for the engine speed sensors (2).
    3. 10.3. Plug in the 8 connectors for the solenoid valves (1).
      Fig 7: Identifying Connectors From Solenoid Valves
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  11. Install control valve body. Refer to CONTROL VALVE BODY COVER REPLACEMENT .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
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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.
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