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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (36%)

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Chart based on 14 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

76000 mi

US $200
Right rear shock leaking. Harsh ride in rear. Replace both rear shocks with OEM parts from dealer. 
95000 mi

US $200
Power steering pressure hose burst. Replaces both pressure hoses as 2nd line was corroded and split open during repair of 1st line. 
37200 mi

C $92
Strut Mount 
51150 mi

C $300
New wheel bearing 
60140 mi

C $1800
New stainless steel exhaust, new pads and rotors on all four corners and new ball joint. 
63860 mi

C $500
Front spring and control arm. Change spark plugs.  
92240 mi

C $300
Wheel bearing 
105400 mi

C $250
Strut assembly blew threw the body. 
108500 mi Wheel bearing needs replacement 
121700 mi

US $720
Replaced both front struts. Also replaced tires (wear items). 

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2002 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

110000 mi

US $20
Replaced driver side sway bar end. Rust had caused the bolt holding it in place to fail. 
89000 mi

US $50
Tie rods frozen, required replacement for alignment 
161000 mi

US $200
Worn ball joints, replaced control arm 

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2002 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Burst into flames. Suspect ruptured PAS hose spraying hydraulic fluid onto exhaust 

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2002 Saab 9-3 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

121000 mi

US $50
Bushing at inner tie rod wore out and disinegrated, resulting in death-wobble and the destruction of one engine mount as well. Easy, cheap DIY fixes. 

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2002 Saab 9-3 Suspension Problems

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