Consumer Review Video - 2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo Wagon (4 Door)

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2008 9-3

The 2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T is a somewhat difficult car to maintain. Multiple engine components will need to be removed for access to the headlights on the driver side of the vehicle, which won’t make for reliable bulb changes. The battery also has cramped and obstructed access, which will make it difficult to jumpstart or replace the battery. Changing the engine air filter may be a problem on account of the numerous connectors that must first be disengaged.

However, the 2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T has many upsides. The engine coolant reservoir has unobstructed access, allowing you to reliably monitor the fluid level. All of the fuse boxes are relatively easy to access, and one comes provided with a fuse puller for your convenience. The spare tire and jack kit are packaged together and easy to unpack, which should eliminate one of the problems of fixing a flat.

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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.

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2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo Wagon (4 Door)

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2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo Wagon (4 Door)

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2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo Wagon (4 Door)

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2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo Wagon (4 Door)