2011 Saab 9-3X AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

To remove

  1. Operate/move the seats to their rearmost positions.
  2. Remove the front side pieces from the floor console.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 2
    G05054235Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the cover from over the gear lever housing, use 82 93 474 REMOVAL TOOL in the rear edge of the cover and pull back.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 3
    G05054236Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. AUT:Β  Remove the clamp.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 4
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  5. Remove the cover under the handbrake by pulling it straight out.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Steps 5-6
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  6. Remove the cover on the passenger side by squeezing the cover and lifting it up.

    Remove the compartment under the cover on the passenger side.

  7. Lift up the rubber mat in the floor console storage compartment and remove the screws.
    Fig 5: Illustration For Steps 7-8
    G05054239Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the floor console screws, note that the screws for plastic and aluminum are different.
  9. Remove the sound insulation (certain cars).
  10. Press in the four catches (two on each long side) and press down the ignition switch module.
    Fig 6: Illustration For Step 10
    G05054240Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Lift up the floor console slightly and remove the ignition switch module.
    Fig 7: Illustration For Steps 11-12
    G05054241Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Remove the connector, see CONNECTORS, HANDLING AND CHECKINGΒ  ITEM 1D.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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