1987 Saab 900 Service and Repair Manual

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1987 Saab 900 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • Turbo Convertible 2-Door
  • SPG Hatchback 2-Door
  • S Sedan 4-Door
  • S Hatchback 2-Door
  • Turbo Hatchback 2-Door
  • Base Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1987 Saab 900 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #87V01300010/02/1987Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

THE FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND THE INJECTOR FUEL RAIL MAY RUPTURE DUE TO STRESS.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLY A FIRE.

Remedy

REPLACE FUEL HOSE WITH NEW PREFORMED PLASTIC HOSE.

NHTSA #88V17300001/11/1988Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE AGAINST SHARP EDGES UNDER THE DASHBOARD AND AGAINST A SUPPORT UNDER THE REAR SEAT (1988 MODELS ONLY).

Consequence

THIS COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT; THE RESULTING HEATBUILDUP COULD CAUSE SMOKE OR A FIRE IN THE PASSE

Remedy

INSTALL RUBBER PROTECTIVE STRIPS TO SHARP EDGES AND COMPLETELY ENCASE WIRE HARNESS IN A PROTECTIVE P

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Saab 900.
20030902Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGFire reported

MY 1987 SAAB 900 CAUGHTON FIRE WITH ME IN IT. I WOULD LIKE TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST SAAB BUT I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT IT. I NEED HELP. THANK YOU.*AK

20030902Component: EQUIPMENTFire reported

MY 1987 SAAB 900 CAUGHTON FIRE WITH ME IN IT. I WOULD LIKE TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST SAAB BUT I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT IT. I NEED HELP. THANK YOU.*AK

20001229Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

THIS IS APPARENTLY A COMMON FAILURE ON SAAB 900 CARS, WELL KNOWN TO DEALERS AND THE FACTORY AS WELL AS THE TSN BULLETIN BOARD WHICH HAS BEEN UP SINCE 1988. [WWW.SAABNET.COM] THE MANUFACTURER HAS MAD

19950317Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

REPLACED FOUR CONTINENTAL TIRES BECAUSE OF CRACKING ON THE SIDEWALL.

19950317Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CO

HEAT SHIELD FAILED DUE TO CORROSION.

Showing the 5 most serious of 12 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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