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(108-2274) Additional service point - inspection of front right wheel housing for cracks

Symptom: Noise, especially in conjunction with parking can occur and steering response can be affected.

SERVICE INFORMATION
Bulletin Nbr: 108-2274
Date: ........... MarsĀ 2001
Market: GB
Additional service point - inspection of front right wheel housing for cracks

Cars affected

Saab 9-3 RHD M98-

Background

On certain cars cracks may appear in the right front wheel housing next to the steering gear's point of attachment.

Symptom description

Noise, especially in conjunction with parking can occur and steering response can be affected.



Procedure

A check must be made at least once per year or at the next service interval and should be done in conjunction with the check point "Tyre pressure and wear".

Service programme

The check is performed following Saab Original Service programme 1 and Saab Original Service programme 6, 20,000 km/12,000 mile interval or following Saab Original Service programme 5, 15,000 km/9,000 mile interval.


1. Check the inboard wheel housing joint in the right-hand wheel housing


2. Use a torch to check whether there are any cracks in the sealant.

3. If there are cracks, contact the importer to determine the course of action.

4. Check during the test drive after service to determine if noise is coming from the steering and for abnormal steering response. If either of these occur, contact the importer to determine the course of action.