9000 L4-1985cc 2.0L DOHC (1986)
Wheel Hub: All Technical Service Bulletins
Front Wheel Hubs - New Service Procedure
FILE IN S.I. Man
VOL. I
SEC. B-7
PG. 2
Service Information
SUBJECT:
REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT WHEEL HUBS ISSUE: 08/86-868 NEW PROCEDURE
APPLICATION: SAAB 9000, M86-
As a running change, Loctite 609 is now applied to the splines of the front wheel hubs on the Saab 9000. This is valid from VIN Serial No. G1021278-.
As a result of the use of Loctite, it is now necessary to use a puller when removing front wheel hubs.
Effective immediately, all Saab 9000's should be treated with Loctite 609 whenever the hub is removed and refitted or when installing a new hub.
Supplies Required:
Loctite 609
P/N 02-06-037
Loctite Primer "T"
P/N 02-06-045
The required Loctite and Primer T is available from Saab or may be purchased from your local jobber.
Removal/Refitting Directions:
1.
After removing the necessary hardware (See Service Manual), fit Puller P/N 87-91-287 and Puller Legs P/N 87-91-303 (150 mm long) to the hub
to aid in removal.