Vacuum Pump (Mechanical): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Release 3 catches and remove the upper engine cover. See Fig 1 .
Detach the hose from the turbo pressure sensor.
Undo the bolt securing the bypass pipe to the turbo intake pipe.
Remove the bypass valve from the charge air pipe.
Undo the hose clips on the throttle body and charge air hose. See Fig 2 .
Undo the bolt securing the charge air pipe to the bracket on the cylinder housing and remove the pipe.
Remove the vacuum hose from the vacuum pump by pressing in the Red ring and pulling the hose outwards. See Fig 3 .
Unplug the ignition discharge module's electrical connections.
Loosen the battery and move it as far forward on the battery tray as possible.
Remove the pump lubrication banjo bolt. Collect the oil spill.
NOTE: Position of vacuum pump and shaft relative to the groove in the camshaft. They must be in the same relative positions on reassembly.
Undo the 3 bolts securing the pump. Remove the pump, pulling outwards.

Fig 1: Identifying Components For Removal Of Vacuum Pump (Mechanical) (1 Of 3)

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Fig 2: Identifying Components For Removal Of Vacuum Pump (Mechanical) (2 Of 3)

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Fig 3: Identifying Components For Removal Of Vacuum Pump (Mechanical) (3 Of 3)

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