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Saab 90, 99 and 900 (1979-1993) repair manuals
A repair manual for your Saab 90, 99 or 900 (1979-1993)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on Saab cars.
They offer clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.
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Saab 90, 99 & 900 (1979 - Oct 1993) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Saab 90, 99 and 900 saloon, Hatchback and Coupé models plus mechanical components of the Cabriolet (but not the body or the soft top mechanism).
Petrol engines: 2.0 litre (1985 cc, 8 and 16 valves, including turbo).
Production years: 1979-10/1993.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the redesigned 900 range that was introduced in October 1993.

This Haynes manual for the Saab 90, 99 and 900 describes service and repair of the engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system (water pump, thermostat, fan and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
- Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
- Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0765) |
| ISBN: | 9780857336262 |
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Saab 900 - 16 Valve (1985-1993) (USA) - Bentley Official Service Manual
Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Saab 900 passenger cars with 16-valve engines.
Versions:
- Turbo, incl. Turbo SPG (1985-1993)
- Convertible (1987-1994)
- 900S (1986-1993)
- 900 (1989-1993).
This American Bentley repair manual for the Saab 900 16V passenger cars provides detailed instructions for work on the 16-valve petrol engine (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.
- Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
- Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and wiring diagrams.
- This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.
Product details
| Details: | 632 pages, 28.5 x 22 x 3.9 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 x 1.54 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | 1025 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 2012) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837616933 |
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Saab 900 - 8 Valve (1981-1988) (USA) - Bentley Official Service Manual
Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Saab 900 passenger cars with 8-valve engines.
Versions:
- 900 (1981-1988)
- 900 S (1981-1985)
- 900 Turbo (1981-1984).
This American Bentley repair manual for the Saab 900 8V passenger cars provides detailed instructions for work on the 8-valve petrol engine (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.
- Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
- Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and wiring diagrams.
- This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.
Product details
| Details: | 560 pages, 28 x 21 x 2.8 cm / 11 x 8.25 x 1.1 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 860 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 1992) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837603100 |
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Automatic Transmission Repair (1984-1989) - Import Cars and Light Trucks | Chilton Repair Manual
This Chilton Guide describes theory, troubleshooting, specifications, repair and overhaul of automatic transmissions and transaxles of American import models (passenger cars and vans) from the period 1984-1989.
Types:
- Honda + Acura transaxles CA-4, F4-4, G4-4, K4-4, L5-4, LU-4, P1-4
- Isuzu KF100 transaxles + AW303-55 and AW03-75 transmissions
- Mazda F-3A, G4AEL, G4AHL, FU06 transaxles + N4AEL, R4AEL, N4AHL transmissions
- Mitsubishi KM175 and KM177 transaxles + AW370, AW372L, KM148 transmissions
- Nissan RE4F02A, RL4F02A transaxles + RE401A transmissions
- Porsche A28 and 087N transaxles
- Saab ZF 3HP-18 and ZF 4HP-18 transaxles
- Subaru ECVT and MP-T transaxles
- Suzuki Aisin Seiki transaxles
- Toyota A132L transaxles + A440F, A440L, AW30-80LE, A34DE, A340H transmissions.
Product details
| Details: | 27.5 x 21 x 4.2 cm / 10.8 x 8.25 x 1.65 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 1990) |
| Series: | Chilton Auto Repair Manual (8053) |
| ISBN: | 9780801980534 |
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Saab 99 - Petrol (1969-1979) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Saab 99 passenger cars.
Petrol engines:
- 1.7 L (1709 cc)
- 1.9 L (1854 cc)
- 2.0 L (1985 cc)
Production years: 1969-1979.
This Haynes manual for the Saab 99 describes service and repair of the petrol engines (timing gear, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
- Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
- Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 302 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 1979) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (247) |
| ISBN: | 9780856965142 |
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Saab 900 GL, GLE, EMS, Turbo (ab 5/1978) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Saab 900.
Versions: GL, GLE, EMS and Turbo.
Production years: since 5/1978.
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This Bucheli repair manual for the Saab 900 provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 166 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2013) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (358-359) |
| ISBN: | 9783716814468 |
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Saab 99 - L, GL, EMS, GLE (ab 1975) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Saab 99 L, 99 GL, 99 EMS and 99 GLE.
Production years: since 1975.
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This Bucheli repair manual for the Saab 99 L, 99 GL, 99 EMS and 99 GLE provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
- Reprint of the 10th edition (1978).
Product details
| Details: | 162 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (304-305) |
| ISBN: | 9783716813850 |
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Saab 99 (ab Herbst 1967) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Saab 99.
Versions: 2-door, 4-door and combi-coupé.
Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1.7 L, 1.8 L and 2.0 L, with carburettor and injection.
Production years: since autumn 1967.
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This Bucheli repair manual for the Saab 99 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 131 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2013) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (215-216) |
| ISBN: | 9783716812815 |
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Related titles:

Saab 99 and 900 - The Complete Story
Lance Cole | English | hardback | 200 p. | 2001

The Classic Saab 900
Richard Horner | English | paperback | 96 p. | 2016

La Saab 900
Aurélien Gueldry | French | hardback | 120 p. | 2021

Saab 99, 90 & 900 - 1968-1998
Martin Gollnick | German | hardback | 96 p. | 2018
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