2002 Saab 9-3 Saab 9-3 2002

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2002 Saab 9-3 repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (6%)

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2002 Saab 9-3 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (43%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

48360 mi

C $400
Brake caliper. Sway bar link. 
67580 mi

C $200
Replace parking brake cable 
107460 mi

C $700
Rear rotors, pads and callipers replaced. 
76000 mi

US $200
Soft/squishy brake pedal, poor stopping distance. Flushed and bled brake system. This improved pedal feel and greatly improved stopping distance. 

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2002 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

90000 mi

US $550
The transmission switch...for starting...had to be replaced 

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2002 Saab 9-3 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 230hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

160900 mi

US $800
Rear calipers got stuck, needed to be replaced 

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2002 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

174000 mi

US $75
module quit working..found used one and replaced it....Speedo and odometer and cruise are working now. 

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2002 Saab 9-3 Brake Problems

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