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To fit

  1. Lift the subframe with the 83 95 311 TROLLEY LIFT  and 89 96 944 Jig, rear subframe.
  2. Lift the subframe so that the inner sections of the bushes are pressing against the body. Fit the subframe bolts on both sides.

    Tightening torque 75 Nm +135° (55 lbf ft +135°) 

    Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 2-3
    G03619816Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Fit the longitudinal links and brackets for the parking brake cables to the body.

    Tightening torque 70 Nm +90° (52 lbf ft +90°) 

  4. Lower and pull away the trolley lift.
  5. Fit the parking brake cables into their brackets.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 5-7
    G03619817Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Connect and fit the wiring harness into the protective case and close the lid.
  7. Fit the dampers to the steering swivel members.

    Tightening torque 150 Nm (110 lbf ft) 

  8. Fit the spring supports to the spring.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 9
    G03619818Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Lift the compressed spring into place and remove the spring compressor.

    Compress the other spring with the spring compressor and fit the spring support to the spring. Lift the spring into place and remove the spring compressor.

  10. Fit the exhaust system and fit a splice. See EXHAUST SYSTEM, PETROL .

    Tightening torque 40 Nm (30 lbf ft) 

  11. Remove the inner brake pad and screw in the brake piston using 89 96 969 RESETTING TOOL  and 89 96 977 ADAPTER  .
    Fig 4: Illustration For Steps 11-12
    G03619819Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Fit the brake pads.
    NOTE: On older models of brake pads: Make sure the springs on the inner pad are positioned in the groove of the piston.
  13. Fit the hydraulic body.

    Tightening torque 28 Nm (21 lbf ft) 

    Fit the protective covers. Fit the spring to the brake caliper.

    Fig 5: Illustration For Step 13
    G03619820Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  14. Repeat steps 11-13 for the other side.
  15. Fit the wheels.
  16. Repeat the steps 11-15 for the other side of the car.
  17. Lower the car to the floor.
  18. Depress the brake pedal several times to press out the self adjustment of the brake pistons and the parking brake.