2006 Saab 93 9-3 Brake Pad & Rotor Replacement - Part II

[NeverSettle09]

Great vid. I have one suggestion, and that is to spray brake cleaner on the new rotor and the calipers, in case someone-else haven't commented on my particular comment.

[BeReady]

Nice turtoil, I want a Saab so bad but now they bankrupt, you would still advice to buy a Saab 93 what are the good and what are the bad things about a Saab. Maintaining (i will do most part myself except a the belt and other too difficult things).

[Winnie425]

Brilliant two videos, helped me a lot! Cheers.

[shakewellweddings]

T-45 didn't work on my 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero. Had to use a 7mm or 8mm, can't remember which one. It is part number 93448 3/8" drive metric 6 pc socket set by Craftsman.

[neeljcn]

Excellent demo video. A great refresher course for those who have some experience, as well as for first timers. If I'm not mistaken, you also did the Saab oil change? Another must see for for DIYers.

[crocodiluromania]

Good job, this is exactly what I was expect it from what my friend told me. That rotor it's a pain in the ass, anyway it was a lot of info . Thank you and I will try to make a video on my 2001 Saab 9-5 aero to help others. Thank you again for your time.

[KrakowSaab]

Great video. Thanks for the info. Couple things, I would of sprayed the rotors down with some brake cleaner. In addition it would not hurt to put a little anti-seizure lube on the hub as a preventative measure..

[SAtruth22]

Great Job! This helped a ton!

[john15yt]

Just did my rear brake pads after viewing your video the day before -- your excellent tutorial gave me the confidence to do it with great ease. You're exceptionally clear and concise. I hope you do more of these videos... they're a great publice service.

[skittletube]

Very informative video. I wanted to do this myself, but I'm getting too old for the strength needed to loosen some of those bolts with out hurting myself. Some of the tools I don't have, but I know some who dose have the right tools, and will do the job right for a price. Thanks for convincing me not to try this myself. 10 years ago I could have done it. Better safe than sorry I always say. I'd give you $200 if you did that again to my car.

[brian8793]

This guy rocks.lol

[nruijling]

great video. Really helps.

btw: the wire thing that is put on last I believe is the low tech device that indicates when the pads are worn, it will start squeeling on the rotor.

[jrodigan5]

Great video! This helps me a lot. I'm about to have my calipers powder coated red (to make car even more sporty looking than stock lol) and need to remover the calipers first. This process should for a 9-5 too, right?

[mbrenengen]

As far as I know, you should be able to remove the calipers in a similar fashion. You are then going to have to unscrew the flexible brake line. Anytime you open the hydraulic system, you are going to have to bleed the air out of the system. It is also a good time to replace all the fluid in the system and depending on the age of your car, maybe the brake hoses too. You will have to look elsewhere for instructions on bleeding, but it is not too hard if you have a friend to help you.

[jrodigan5]

Thanks. I have experience with bleeding brakes. I replaced the entire brake system (lines and all and added power brakes) on my 1966 Mustang, but it has drum brakes, not disc.

[laleebee]

Great video! Do you know the torque values for all of the bolts. 

Thanks!

[mbrenengen]

I don't know for sure, and you should look it up. I did see a value of 21 foot pounds for the caliper, which seems about right - they are not hard to turn. As for the larger torx bolts, I think it is in the neighborhood of 110 foot pound - it is a lot. Again, please do your own research to be sure and don't count on me to give you other than antidotal observations.

[healdp]

Great video - thanks for taking the trouble to do this. Very useful indeed.

[brettkramer]

Great video, (thanks), We need more Saab repair videos. A couple of things I noticed, 1) I think you're supposed to use an anti-seize compound between the disc surface and the hub before re-assembling, otherwise, it's hell getting it off next time. A paper thin copper spacer that goes between the rotor and the hub is also made 2) Not sure, but I think those are Torx bolts holding on the (caliper frame), which require a special socket. I think a torque wrench is a must for this type of job.