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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / ACC unit and SID-1 reconditioned

« on: 28 May 2025, 01:38:56 PM »

I have just replaced my SID 1 unit and my ACC unit in my 2001 9-5 Griffin 5 door, with re manufactured units from R&D Car Parts in the Netherlands.
Everything is perfect! No missing or dim pixels, and no horrible sticky buttons! Very well priced
Their product id’s are
ACC UNIT RD1276731R
SID-1 RD12806122

Brilliant!

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Re: Are front subframes on OG 9-5s the same?

« on: 03 November 2024, 12:49:28 PM »

The front subframe isn’t rusty, it’s had a clout at some time, which has been straightened so everything measures up correctly, I’m going to change the bushes etc., so thought if I can source a good subframe , I could prepare it ready for a straight swap.

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Are front subframes on OG 9-5s the same?

« on: 26 October 2024, 12:47:54 PM »

I am trying to find out if the front subframe for an Aero 9-5 is the same as the V6 petrol Griffin.
I can’t superficially see why it would be, unless it’s the engine mounts?

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Steering twitches under hard acceleration in Sport mode

« on: 23 October 2024, 03:23:44 PM »

Not sure if it’s normal, but under hard acceleration in Sport, my 9-5 Griffin V6 twitches distinctly.
Like torque steer but side to side. Could this be worn front subframe bushes ? Steering ball joints etc are all fine.
51,000 miles, Avon ZV5s with about 3mm tread left

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Classic Saab 9-5 (MY 1998-2010) / Replacement catalytic converter and exhaust sensors

« on: 10 April 2024, 07:03:20 AM »

I’m about to replace the full exhaust on my 2001 V6 Griffin estate. Should I also renew the sensors(s), and how many are there? Can anyone advise please?

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Off-topic chat, Help, Advice, General motoring issues / How many left? Saab 9-5 Griffin Estate

« on: 30 December 2023, 12:27:19 PM »

According to How Many Cars? There are only 16 Saab 9-5 Griffin 3.0T cars on the road currently.
There is no differentiation between estates and saloons, so I wondered how many  9-5 Griffin 3.0T’s there are on this forum? I have just bought an estate version, drives superbly!