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(TA260-1119) Coolant leak from thermostat housing

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Bulletin Nbr: TA260-1119
Date: ........... October 2011
Market: All
Coolant leak from thermostat housing

VEHICLES CONCERNED

Saab 9-3 MY10 - MY11 - 4 cyl Petrol engines L850.

BACKGROUND

Coolant leaking from thermostat housing.


CONDITIONS

Low coolant level warning illuminated in IPC. Investigation on several vehicles reveals leakage from O-ring /sealing washer which may be due to low torque on screw.

Tightening torque = 10Nm +/- 2Nm.

ACTION

If coolant leaks from this area investigate if mounting torque on screw is correct if so check status of o-ring and replace if necessary.

Parts required

Sealing washer pn 12789739.