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Wiring harness, tailgate 5D

Wiring harness, tailgate 5D


Replacement

Note

If the car is equipped with a radio other than a genuine Saab radio, check that the customer has the radio code before commencing work.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.



1. Remove the Tailgate trim, 5D .

2. Remove the hinge seals from the hinges. Remove the cable ducting by the hinges.

3. Remove the D-pillar trim, roof cover plates and cover plates between the C and D-pillars.

4. Lower the headlining slightly. Make sure it does not bend.

5. Left-hand side:

Unplug the connector and detach the two ground cables.

Right-hand side:

Unplug the connector and detach the rear window washer hose.

6. Unscrew the cable ducting and open it up. Remove it from the cables.

7. Extract the cables at the hinge.

8. Mark carefully all the connectors before disconnecting them from their components.

9. Loosen all the clips securing the wiring harness to the tailgate.

Important

Secure the wiring harness to prevent the risk of chafing and rattling.

Check all rubber seals to minimize the risk of leakage.


10. Route the new wiring harness in the same as the old one and secure it in the same way. Make sure all grommets seal tightly.

11. Plug in the connectors to their respective components. If in doubt refer to wiring diagrams/component lists for the respective system.

12. Refit all parts that have been removed.

13. Connect the negative cable to the battery.

14. Carry out Measures after disconnecting the battery .


Note

Spray all the connectors with “Kontakt 61” to prevent verdigris formation. Clean all the grounding points and coat them with Vaseline.