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Body reinforcement

Body reinforcement


Body reinforcement on the Saab 9-3 Convertible


1. Windscreen member

2. A-pillar

3. Outer B-pillar

4. Strap guide, B-pillar

5. Secondary B-pillar

6. Upper torsion box

7. Lower torsion box

8. Torsion member under rear seat

9. Inner side member

10. Outer side member

11. Inner B-pillar

12. Inner sill


The body is reinforced in a number of places to compensate for the lack of a rigid roof. The A-pillar is designed to act as a rollbar. When repairing the body, it is extremely important the it is aligned correctly so that skewness and asymmetry is avoided in the repaired vehicle. A correctly repaired body is an absolute condition for optimum adjustment of the soft top and satisfactory operation after repair. Always use jig kit 82 93 060.