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To fit

When fitting a new transmission, transfer the holder for the torque converter from the new transmission to the old one.

  1. Turn the torque converter so that the bolt holes line up with the holes in the drive plate.

    Fit 87 92 574 HOLDER  to keep the torque converter in place while fitting.

    Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 1-2
    G03743493Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Make sure the two guide sleeves are on the engine and apply anti-corrosion agent to the sleeves.

    Fit new drive shaft seals, lubricate them before fitting. Use 87 92 657 Fitting drift, drive shaft seals.

  3. Lift up the gearbox using an engine hoist and 87 92 442 LIFTING CABLE  .
  4. Fit 87 92 608 HOLDER FOR PILLAR JACK  on a pillar jack.
    Fig 2: Identifying Pillar Jack (1 Of 2)
    G03743494Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Secure the tool to the transmission as described for removal.
    Fig 3: Identifying Pillar Jack (2 Of 2)
    G03743495Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
    IMPORTANT: The pillar-type jack may tip over. Exercise care.
  6. Fit 83 95 162 PROTECTIVE COLLAR, DRIVE SHAFTS  in the right-hand shaft seal in the transmission to protect the seal when the transmission is being fitted. Lubricate the seal.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Step 6
    G03743496Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Place the transmission in position.
    IMPORTANT: Push the transmission into place until approx. 20 mm remains and then remove tool 83 95 162  .
  8. Tighten the bottom bolts between the engine and the transmission.

    Tightening torque 75 Nm (55 lbf ft) 

    Fig 5: Illustration For Steps 8 & 10
    G03743497Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the lifting beam from the transmission and move the jack out of the way. Refit the bolts in the gearbox.

    Tightening torque 24 Nm (18 lbf ft) 

  10. Lower the car and fit the engine pad mounting on the gearbox.

    Tightening torque 60 Nm + 60° (44 lbf ft + 60°) 

    Raise the power train. Do not lift higher than necessary as this could make fitting to the subframe more difficult. Fit the bolts securing the engine pad to the body.

    NOTE: One of the rear bolts is shorter in order not to screw into the bottom of the hole. Ensure that the bolt holes are as close as possible to the center of the engine pad holes without tensioning the engine pad.

    Tightening torque, bolt with loose washer 63 Nm (46 lbf ft) 

    Tightening torque, bolt with captive washer 40 Nm + 30° (30 lbf ft + 30°) 

    Tightening torque, nut 84 Nm (62 lbf ft) 

  11. Lower the engine assembly so that it is almost hanging free in the lifting beam.
  12. Fit 83 95 162 PROTECTIVE COLLAR, DRIVE SHAFTS  into the sealing ring. Lubricate the sealing ring.
    Fig 6: Illustration For Steps 12-14
    G03743498Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  13. Make sure that the drive shaft is clean and then align it with the tool.
    IMPORTANT: Insert all but 20 mm of the drive shaft in the transmission and then withdraw the tool before the shaft's sealing surface reaches the shaft seal.
  14. Push in the rest of the shaft until the circlip clicks in.
  15. Raise the car.
  16. Remove 87 92 574 HOLDER  that is keeping the torque converter in place and press it against the drive plate. Fit the plug.
    Fig 7: Illustration For Steps 16 & 18
    G03743499Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  17. Apply 74 96 268 Thread locking adhesive to the bolts securing the torque converter to the drive plate.
    NOTE: Use the original bolts and their washers. If excessively long bolts are fitted, the torque converter will be damaged.
  18. Fit the 3 bolts without tightening them.
  19. Rotate the engine using the drive belt pulley and tighten the bolts when they are all in place.

    Tightening torque 30 Nm (22 lbf ft) 

  20. Fit the splash plate.
  21. Fit the oil cooler hoses. The hoses should be horizontal so that they do not chafe against the subframe. Use new seals greased with petroleum jelly.

    Tightening torque 27 Nm (20 lbf ft) 

    Fig 8: Illustration For Steps 21-23
    G03743500Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  22. Fit the bracket for the torque arm on the transmission.
  23. Connect the ground cable to the bracket and to the transmission.
  24. Place the subframe on the lifting trolley and raise it slightly.
  25. Fit the power steering delivery pipe's clamps.
    Fig 9: Illustration For Steps 25 & 27
    G03743501Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  26. Lift up the subframe, whilst guiding it into place with the help of the pins on the holder. At the same time guide in:
    • The radiator core's studs
    • The AC pipes
    • Outer ball joints
  27. Fit the bolts to the subframe and fit the rear support plates. Adjust the subframe so that the guide pins on the holder are aligned with the holes in the body before tightening the bolts.

    Tightening torque, subframe bolts 100 Nm + 45° (74 lbf ft + 45°) 

    Tightening torque, support plate bolts 60 Nm (44 lbf ft) 

    NOTE: The center bolts on the subframe must not be mixed up with the other bolts. The center bolts have smaller washers and 20 mm heads.
    NOTE: Make sure that the transmission's oil cooler hoses do not rest against the subframe.
  28. Remove the lifting trolley.
  29. Fit the bolts securing the outer ball joint to the steering knuckle housing.
    Fig 10: Illustration For Steps 29-30
    G03743502Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

    Tightening torque 50 Nm (37 lbf ft) 

    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the steering knuckle stub is visible on the top of the steering knuckle housing before the bolt is fitted.
  30. Tighten the anti-roll bar link. If the wrench use to hold it is too wide to fit between the boot and the suspension strut, it must be ground narrower. Alternatively, hold the hexagonal pin with a socket.

    Tightening torque 84 Nm (62 lbf ft) 

    Tightening torque, nut with steel lock: 95 Nm (66 lbf ft) 

  31. Fit the steering gear bolts and tighten them.

    Tightening torque 90 Nm (66 lbf ft) 

    Fig 11: Illustration For Steps 31, 33 & 34
    G03743503Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  32. Remove the strap round the radiator core.
  33. 4-cyl:  Fit the engine oil cooler. Tighten the air cleaner casing.
  34. Tighten the torque arm on the subframe

    Tightening torque 90 Nm + 90° (66 lbf ft + 90°) 

  35. Loosely fit the rear engine pad by putting the bolts in place.
    Fig 12: Illustration For Steps 35 & 37
    G03743504Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  36. Lower the vehicle and tighten the engine pad bolts from above.

    Tightening torque 24 Nm (18 lbf ft) 

  37. Lift the vehicle and fit the engine bracket to the transmission.

    Tightening torque 60 Nm + 60° (44 lbf ft + 60°) 

  38. Fit the front exhaust system.

    Tightening torque, 4-cyl 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft) 

    Fig 13: Illustration For Step 38
    G03743505Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  39. Run the wiring for the oxygen sensor into the engine bay.
  40. Fit the covers.
  41. Lower the car to the floor.
  42. Remove the lifting beam.
  43. Connect the oxygen sensors
    Fig 14: Illustration For Steps 43-44
    G03743506Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  44. Shake the unit to ensure there is no tension in the engine pads.

    Tighten the rear engine pad nuts.

    Tightening torque 45 Nm (33 lbf ft) 

  45. Fit the bolts securing the transmission to the engine and tighten them.

    Tightening torque 70 Nm (52 lbf ft) 

    Fig 15: Illustration For Steps 45-49
    G03743507Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  46. Clean and fit the dipstick tube.
  47. Fit the transmission's breather hose.
  48. Fit the shifting cable to the bracket on the transmission. Fit the clamp.
  49. Fit the shifting cable to the selector lever in position P.
  50. Check and if necessary adjust the position of the selector lever, refer to CHECKING AND ADJUSTING, SELECTOR LEVER CABLE 
  51. Raise the car. Slacken the bolt securing the front torque arm and center the rubber pad in the arm. Tighten the bolt.

    Tightening torque, torque arm to subframe 90 Nm + 90° (66 lbf ft + 90°) 

    Tightening torque, torque arm to bracket 70 Nm + 90° (52 lbf ft + 90°) 

    Fig 16: Illustration For Step 51
    G03743508Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  52. Lower the car. Plug in the connectors to the transmission.
    Fig 17: Illustration For Step 52
    G03743509Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  53. Fit the main fuse box.
    Fig 18: Illustration For Steps 53-54
    G03743510Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  54. Fit the battery tray and the Maxi fuse holder.
  55. Fit the battery and battery cover.
    Fig 19: Illustration For Steps 55-56
    G03743511Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  56. Fit the upper engine cover.
  57. Fit the front wheels.
  58. Fill to the correct level with transmission fluid as per WEIGHT, FLUID CAPACITY AND GRADE OF FLUID  .
  59. If the transmission has been changed and the oil is contaminated FLUSHING EQUIPMENT  87 91 824 must be connected before starting the car. Refer to CLEANING THE COOLING CIRCUIT 
  60. Test drive the car with varying engine loads and RPM and read any trouble codes that are generated. Also check the position of the steering wheel when driving straight ahead on a level road. Adjust if needed. Perform ADAPTATION, RESETTING  .
  61. Set the right time on the clock.