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(731-2472) Change to a new type of suspension arm

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Bulletin Nbr: 731-2472
Date: ........... Juni 2004
Market: all
Change to a new type of suspension arm

Cars affected

Saab 9-5 M98-M01

Background

Suspension arms fitting the above cars have been discontinued and are replaced by suspension arms developed for M02-. The holes for fitting the ball joint in the suspension arm are larger on the new suspension arm which is why a solution in accordance with the following must be implemented if a new suspension arm is to be fitted to an older car.

Procedure


1. Remove the suspension arm in accordance with WIS - 9-5 Steering assembly - Steering linkage - Adjustment/Replacement - Suspension arm.

2. Fit a new rear bush with nut, adapted for the new suspension arm.

Tightening torque 105 Nm (77 lbf ft)

3. Drill out the three holes on the ball joint with a 10.4 mm (US SAE 13/32") bit.


4. Use new bolts, washers and nuts designed for the new suspension arm and fit the ball joint on the suspension arm.

Tightening torque 60 Nm + 30° (49 lbf ft + 30°)

5. Continue with WIS - 9-5 Steering assembly - Steering linkage - Adjustment/Replacement - Suspension arm, step 3 - under "To fit".


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