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Home >> Saab >> 2003 >> 9-3 Arc, Automatic >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Suspension >> Rear Suspension >> Rear Suspension (Early; 9400) >> Adjustment - Replacement >> Coil Springs, Rear >> To fit

To fit

  1. Press the spring link down and position the coil spring with spring support on it.
    IMPORTANT: The marking on the coil spring should face rearwards.
  2. Place a jack under the spring link.
  3. Raise the spring link and screw in the retaining bolt for the lower damper mounting. Tighten the bolt, using a torque wrench.

    Tightening torque 62 N.m (46 lbf ft) 

  4. Remove the jack and fit the wheel.
  5. Fit the wheel. See WHEEL & TIRES .

    Tightening torque: 110 N.m (81 lbf ft) 

    Lower the car to the floor.