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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20109-5REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONADJUSTMENT REPLACEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL REPLACEMENT

2010 Saab 9-5

Transmission Control Replacement

2010 Saab 9-5SECTION Transmission Control Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Shift Control Cable Adjustment Lock

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the shift control boot. Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVER BOOT REPLACEMENT . Remove floor console. Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE REPLACEMENT .
1	Transmission Control Fasteners (Qty: 4). Refer to FASTENER CAUTION . Procedure Remove the clips on the wiring harness and disconnect the shift control electrical connector Disconnect the shift control cable. Refer to RANGE SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT . Tighten 9 Nm (80 lb in)
2	Transmission Control

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.