9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT) (2003)
Steering Shaft: Customer Interest
Steering - Snapping Noise When Turning Steering Wheel
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Bulletin Nbr: 641-2468
Date: May 2004
Market: US, CA
Noise with steering wheel turning
Cars affected
Saab 9-3 (9440) within Vehicle Identification Number range:
Upper joint
4D M03 - M04: 31000001 - 41027672
CV M04: 46000001 - 46010241
Lower joint
4D M03 - M04: 31000001 - 41049361
CV M04: 46000001 - 46015427
Background
The play between the steering shaft and joint can, in some cases, give rise to a movement in the joint when the steering wheel is turned. In connection
with this, a loud snapping noise can be heard which appears to originate from the area around the steering wheel/CIM.
In the case of customer complaint, the following procedure must be carried out.
Symptom description
A loud snapping noise arises with steering wheel turning which appears to originate from the area around the CIM.
Parts required
74 96 268 (CA: 10953489) Thread locking adhesive The fluid is sufficient for approx. 100 cars/bottle.
Procedure
Always start by working on the upper joint in the passenger compartment.
Upper joint
1.
Remove the sound insulating baffle on the driver's side, see WIS Group 8 - Interior equipment - Adjustment/Replacement - Sound insulating
baffle, driver's side.
2.
Remove the bolt in the joint on the intermediate shaft.