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2002 Saab 9-5 repairs by problem area

Engine (51%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (6%)

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2002 Saab 9-5 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (27%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

91000 mi US $300	Installed rear suspension shims to correct excessive camber.
122000 mi US $5	Broken wheel bolt - noticed when rotating tires after oil change
133000 mi US $1500	Replaced subframe bushings, 4 suspension dampers, swaybar links.
180000 mi US $900	Replaced front sway-bar links (x2)

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102000 mi US $900	Suspected front wheel bearing(s) was bad and was right - noise is gone. Also lower ball joints and hub/bearing assembly.
155000 mi US $52	4 wheel alignment, rear camber adjusted with shims replaced worn front sway bar links

76000 mi

US $800

Rear springs had taken a set, probably from overloading. This was a long standing affliction, first notice a few years ago during an alignment. I decided this was the time to restore the rear suspension.

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142000 mi US $485	Replaced failed rear shock absorbers (first replacement)
157000 mi US $1578	replaced front sway bar links (first time for this repair) replaced front sway bar links (first time for this repair)
212000 mi US $1215	Replaced control arm bushings.