Saab 9-3 03-11 Water Pump DIY (Ecotec)

[@guitarlover302]

Upmost respect to mechanics who do this day in day out 😱

[@joelhanson8878]

What about first timers😂🥲

[@guardrail2897]

I'm impressed. It only took you about 15 minutes to change it. It took me 2 days. 😂

[@javierhernandez2629]

🤣🤣🤣

[@alistonyisland2573]

Me too 2 days😂

[@gaineydodo]

I just wanna cry

[@debesaiobazhgi1437]

Owners of these cars don't cry; they saab.

[@caffina5882]

Same... Just started leaking coolant..

[@donny2108]

Kill me too while ur at it

[@KingMechanics]

@@debesaiobazhgi1437 fucking legend!

[@chrisrobbins6745]

Me too I’m doing one now

[@timflanagan8538]

just did this on a 05 9-3 with the full kit from eeuro with the assistance of this video. great info, but must state that you absolutely need to use a magnetic socket with the chain/pulley locking tool.

[@Eeuroparts]

Thanks for the tip, we'll update it with the info

[@crn_rc]

Old answer, but why is that you need a magnetic socket? Do you remember the size on the socket, looks like 10-13mm?

[@verdele]

@@crn_rc it's a 10mm socket, why magnet? so you don't drop it in the timnig cover. or do what i did, unbolt enough so you can hand unbolt them with a piece of magnet in a rubber glove

[@lnv5238]

Working on replacing mine Right Now!... :) Great explanation about the tool and removal of 10mm bolts using magnetic bolts... Didn't have one.

[@vtk5]

Starting to slowly lose coolant in my 07 2.0T😭. Not looking forward to doing this on my back in the driveway....

[@DS-nq1dg]

I just got an 04' 9-3 Linear with 120K on it about 8 mos ago. I was thinking I should change the water pump out before I have problems....ummmm, after this, maybe i will take it to a mechanic!

[@kydprodigy]

Solid video. Def beyond my means of DIY willingness, but great work of explaining the process.

[@jonasgrumby1093]

Another SAAB back on the road

[@peterbroderus1214]

Thanks for a great video showing this, helped med a great deal

[@colemansteven6246]

This was very helpful. Great video

[@samsscia]

I had the same thought, I thought the water pump , timing belt 1.6 liter on the chevy aveo was pain until I saw this!

[@oyetos]

I just bought a 2006 9-3 like this 4 days ago and after seeing this video it will be on the market as soon as I fix a couple minor issues, screw this shit, Noooo Way!

[@mcdonald2037]

Should be piece of cake ...(a few minutes later) 😦😦Exhaust? wait what are u doing .. Wait no 😢. !no stop it ... I want out i want out.. very informative this one goes to my saab diy playlist

[@charleschauffe4350]

Damn GM!! Not looking forward to this on my 9-3's, but one is starting to lose coolant!!

[@AminNaga-qw5dt]

Big job for that pump, my God,

[@jorgeconj]

Good job but... You shold try to remove the old pump gears cause it wear and get a little play due to wear. This gears dont brake but loose the exact fit and the pump will rattle. This is common SAAB issue. Cheers.

[@cbdoil4082]

It’s easy... really easy! You just need three 🙌 hands?

[@uguegue]

Thanks body that was very detailed step by step, a quick one do you have a vid showing the water pump saab 93 2008 , with the water pump on the belt side? not under. Thanks man.

[@dalum2345]

what are the part numbers to all the hoses you changed?

[@TT-ct6ho]

I was going to do this my self but after seeing what a pain in the ass it is and no lift I will pay someone to do it. Thanks for saving me the headache.

[@garryboye1056]

Robnting Tie It's going to cost you an arm and a leg. Lol. Just saying

[@ЕвгенийКотелевский-ж9т]

Robnting Tie welcome in Russia, we do it, an don't ever ass , not cracked)))

[@RADThird1]

Watched this to see what I paid $1,000 for! What a job.

[@Whit_Siever]

I was quoted $800 at a shop. Gonna try to find a Mex mechanic who can help me pull the obstacles out of the way and I'll do the pump part myself then track down Mex guy to put pipes back into place when done. Also got some new hoses to put on, was warned by mechanic the two oil cooler hoses are extremely soft so will take care of those while I'm in there.

[@guitarlover302]

Had balance shafts , timing chains and water pump done by RTJ in Stockport - glad i didn’t do it ! intend keeping the car so money and time well spent 👌

[@guitarlover302]

Had balance shaft timing chains and water pump done by RTJ autos in Stockport U.K. - hopefully good for a few thousand miles 🙏

[@darrengriffiths4150]

How much did it cost u please

[@RemyMartinVSOP]

There iis a drain valve on the water pump, before you remove the big pipe. It was on autoautopsy

[@chrisn2288]

The GM EcoTec motor is nice other than the Water pump. i was a prior SAAB Tech and hated doing this as a warranty job.

[@okletsskate]

I really wish this video existed when I did the job. this thing was published a few weeks after. it took me 3 days, I sheared a bolt from my turbo and had to buy a used assembly so I replace the side that sheared. I absolutely hate this design on an otherwise solid car.

[@ecaryn.]

2008 Saab 9.3 2.0T We will be removing the cylinder head to do the infamous valve intake replacement on the car. Curious if we will have any easier access to the water pump with the head off and thus should go ahead and replace the water pump (even if it's currently fine) at the same time we're doing the cylinder head work?

[@Eeuroparts]

You will have much more access from the top with the head off, that's for certain. Plus, if you are doing to be doing that much work on the car, you might as well get the other weak spot out of the way and enjoy many years of reliable driving.

[@Ty-qe1jb]

Why are you taking the turbo apart to do a water pump

[@YouDontKNowLee]

You mention the seals for the waterline, from thermostat housing to the turbo (17:44). Do you have those at europarts?

[@guitarlover302]

Have a balance shaft chain issue - booked in for changing chains and guides and water pump as might as well do whilst it’s all out ! Hopefully will give the engine some longevity ? Had Pcv valve done a few thousand miles ago - car has done 102k

[@switchboy9043]

I bought water pump and toolfrom e euro parts how does the tool work if it screws through timing gear into water pump the threads on the tool won't let water pump move

[@1aikane]

Ugh. I have to get this done pretty soon. 😟

[@DesertSessions93]

Who the heck looked at the cad drawings of this during development and said "yeah, I like this, this is a really good design. Let's make it!"?!?

[@stormflurry]

Right!

[@CardboardSliver]

An Engineer. Ask any mechanic what they think of engineers, and you'll hear every profanity ever made by humans!

[@winkie228]

I changed my water pump out because of oil leak I done it like this video with new rubber gasket but I still have the oil leak between the pump face and engine near top where water port is any ideas would be welcome

[@manguchops8151]

Is this why I see a lot of Saab’s for sale with “just needs a new water pump” in descriptions 😭😭😭😭

[@DO-j4p]

Underrated comment

[@bryancoleman470]

Oh yeah the price for Saab performance is things like this. One of value based “if gonna do water pump” on any 9-3 that’s 100k miles is go ahead with balance chain tensioner, chain guides (plastic arms keep timing chain right) replacing cause if you do then ready for next 100k hopefully just regular maintenance . Yes respect to mechanics who do things right cause it ain’t easy. Labor runs $160 hr round my area but be glad don’t own German v8 with multiple timing chains, tension guides etc that’s why see soooo many for sale with multiple owners. Maintenance.

[@f296877]

Great video thanks!

[@jafarijafari7518]

You can remove the water pump without having to remove the exhaust system. Done it many times. It's much easier with the cat out tho

[@shakalpb1164]

From a 1-10, how much harder are we talking? Is space the only difficulty?

[@jafarijafari7518]

@@shakalpb1164 about 4. Without removing the exhaust the difficult part is the removal of crossover pipe. And barely enough room to get the banjo fittings out and in

[@shakalpb1164]

@@jafarijafari7518 thank you for the response, will attempt the repair on my 9-3 which makes me nervous xD

[@vtk5]

@@shakalpb1164 how’d it go?

[@shakalpb1164]

@@vtk5 didn’t get around doing it

[@Chunkavige]

You can totally make videos fixing my Saab lol

[@valdimicolchik7975]

Fixing "me" ? What kind of fixing you are in need ?

[@marcmcclinchy9774]

So what would a sign of the pump being bad be? Besides leaking I don't have any leaks from that area, my Saab 93 just cranks and cranks and cranks till it finally starts, I'm afraid it might be the head gasket because it finally looks like there is some coolant in my oil but I DONT have big plums of smoke coming from my exhaust. Just my starting issue, coolant keeps boiling over and out of the resivour, oil in my farthest right spark plug. No check engine light. I've replaced my t stat and my coolant temp sensor. Any suggestions where to start? Also my radiator seems clogged I turned the petcock and nothing drained out of it

[@Eeuroparts]

Start by taking this car to a licensed mechanic that can run through a complete diagnostic. Whatever is going on is a strange one, and only someone with experience and special tools will be able to poke around that car and get down to the real problem.

[@marcmcclinchy9774]

@@Eeuroparts it was my head gasket so I have it pulled apart to do my head gasket, but I'm still curious what was causing the over heating, if my water pump was going out would that cause over heating? Because I'll replace it will I have the motor pulled apart if I need to, but I think it was fine, just not sure what was causing my over heating besides maybe my bad coolant resivour and cap. I've replaced the thermostat and temp sensor and resivour and cap, now doing the head gasket and hopefully it will be fixed

[@davejohnston5158]

My exhaust downpipe nuts are rusted to hell and need to be cut off which introduces other problems with the cat. Can you really do this without removing the downpipe and cat?

[@Whit_Siever]

7:27 the plugs for both O2 sensors are located above vacuum pump, easy to unplug. Would that make it easier?

[@philip.aocallaghan4602]

What a dose, to just replace the water pump.. OMG

[@cynthiamiller6212]

this is the 2.0 4 cylinder engine right. I have the 2.8 v6. is mine belt driven instead of chain driven???

[@Eeuroparts]

Yes, you have a belt driven pump, part number 92149009 on eEuroparts.com. We have a few options for brands so get the one that best suits your price point!

[@stocks4bt]

Kip have you ever ran a saab engine outside of the car? I am doing an engine swap in 4 months and I want to test the engine out from the junkyard before I install it. How would I get fuel to go to the injectors to see how it runs? any advice

[@joelhanson8878]

06’ 9-3 2.0t What size ratchet and socket were you using to gain access to the front of the water pump with the tool on it. I was trying to use a 3/8” with a deepwell 10mm and couldn’t fit the ratchet into the tool. I’m assuming your using a 1/4” ratchet? Also is a magnetic socket necessary?

[@delianyc8696]

I don’t understand or know how to do each step. Can u show where and how?

[@Ty-qe1jb]

Why are you touching the exhaust

[@richie8240]

subframe looks like a MOT advisory. Think it might be time to cut-loose

[@printerandscanner]

how did you get the third bolt that holds the oil line to the turbo? i can only get my socket partially on and it looks like it's starting to round. did you use a swivel socket?

[@martinasplund7609]

If there is no crane just a bolt to drain the coolant, could you assume that the water pump has been replaced?

[@Eeuroparts]

We're not totally sure what you mean by this, can you be more specific?

[@martinasplund7609]

@@Eeuroparts on the water pump there is a crane for you to drain the coolant? IF there is a bolt instead, has the pump been replaced?

[@derekinbritishcolumbia1449]

Base on my current mileage of 218k km's, If my water pump goes, I think it would be best to plan for removing the engine complete and for a full overhaul. New clutch, dual mass flywheel, head rebuild with new valves, bearings, cam & balancer chain, guides, turbo, seals.... just not worth doing this much work for a single item when access remains difficult for all future repair work. Others would part the car out depending on condition.

[@andrewmccombie1687]

Even as a mechanic since 1974, that looks like a proper pain in the a** job, especially if you do not have a ramp.😢. Nice video though.

[@curvs4me]

That looks absolutely brutal. I'm looking because one is for sale cheap. Only needs a water pump lol. I'd do the two o-rings on the water pipe. Even if they are 10 each, I would not want to go back in there for that.

[@josecrespo4551]

GREAT INFORMATION SIR THANK YOU..

[@Angell-Angell]

So.. How much did the customer ended up paying??

[@SteadFast2277]

What should the three10mm bolts that hold the sprocket be torqued down too? And should any of these bolts be re installed with blue lock tight? Thank you

[@timothysteubing415]

Good question

[@rotate85]

This is a complete nightmare.

[@edgarramirez8300]

great video, what if we don't use sprocket holder? thanks!

[@Eeuroparts]

The chain on the sprocket is precisely timed with the balance shafts, if the balance shafts are out of...well..balance, your engine will shake itself to pieces

[@23tlujan23]

Did you replace the drain valve on the water pump? Thanks!

[@80.8fbettaaquatic8]

You forgot about the 2 long last bolts that hold the water pump on. On the balancing chain side!

[@1aikane]

Where is your shop?

[@valdimicolchik7975]

Comparing with Nissan Maxima (V-6 3.5) and Infinity this SAAB 🇸🇪 it is a piece of 🍰 cake to change a water pump.

[@Whit_Siever]

Haven't seen it but my neighbor works at Pep Boys and told me horrors of assuming a Infiniti was easy, pulled timing cover, saw the job and put cover back on called customer told her Pep Boys is unable to do a water pump on your vehicle. And he's a pro too.

[@glenwhitestofer6420]

You ever think of investing in ratcheting wrenches?

[@abedasultana4991]

What is the name of this special tool?

[@ereseminole]

Great vid

[@askasundealwis]

So did you replace all the hoses that you cut? Dumb question though, but thinking about where I can get those

[@rylandbenally2362]

Thank you!.

[@gerardogarcia52]

HEY wat kind socket you use ???

[@Whit_Siever]

I live in the south, we don't deal with snow nor salt, do I still need to use a torch on the exhaust and other lower bolts?

[@Eeuroparts]

Try some penetrating oil first, if not then you might still need to use the torch. Just the heat cycling alone can help freeze these bolts

[@gunslingr7]

I keep having a coolant low light come on with the check engine light? I've replaced my thermostat and my heat sensor I'm wondering if a water pump issue can anybody help me out!

[@Three.5]

Check all hoses and connections. I had a few leaks from the radiator and heater hoses. Replaced the hoses with Do88 Silicone ones, replaced the o ring around heater hose connections and the leaking stopped

[@mlutalo279]

thanks so much but europarts why not a branch in uae dubai becuase its a hub of so many countries which drive saab bse parts a pain in the heart

[@reysanchez4256]

Thank you

[@mariosk.7048]

Note that this is a 2.0 lt 9-3. In the case of a 2.8 is much easier cause it's on the passenger's side of the engine. No special tool required.

[@CardboardSliver]

I feel ya. I got mine in and out in 2 hours (a few pints and some chatting with a mate haha)

[@TreBeats92]

A lift and a sizeable garage to fit one is a must. I’m losing coolant and notice on the passenger side a leak on a 08 🤦🏿‍♂️. Watching him do this so seamlessly 😂 standing and imagining I’ll be laying on the ground doing all of this smh

[@verdele]

you can do this from top of the engine aswell if you're willing to stay in the air and if you know how to place the bolts without cross threading them without seeing

[@paganm1968]

How long would this take for a backyard mechanic?

[@Eeuroparts]

We would say novice/backyard wrenchers should take their time and portion a weekend to pull it off.

[@monikapagan5134]

What do I do if the water pump bolt falls in? Can I use a telescoping magnet tool?

[@Eeuroparts]

Imagine the inside like a Pachinko machine, there's no way to get that bolt out without removing the timing cover. DO NOT start the engine with the bolt in there, as you risk complete engine failure.

[@joshuajayden77]

great job

[@marcmcclinchy9774]

How much does the water pump cost? I have a 2005 saab 93

[@Eeuroparts]

The kit featured is $212.09. www.eeuroparts.com/Parts/163432/Engine-Water-Pump-Kit-101K10326/

[@andreaziz5499]

saab was a good brand but it can be replaced a awd 2020 camery i beleive cheaper & easy

[@valdimicolchik7975]

O yea, such engines with exactly same water pump are in many, many existing GM vehicles. (2.0, 2.4, 2.5) . Even on 2018, 2019 years models.

[@Whit_Siever]

Team EcoTec designers must have had it out for mechanics...... Mechanics: please stop shacking up with engineers' wives.

[@mangal.m460]

perfct nice job

[@Ty-qe1jb]

I have a clue why you're taking the turbo apart when you're supposed to be doing a water pump you don't have to take anything off of the turbo to do the water pump I've done several of them

[@robmcgrew128]

Dude you sound like Joey triviani from friends. Lol

[@robmcgrew128]

And I hope I never have to change the water pump on my car. Parts that break makes me miss my Taurus lol

[@gvboy60]

It looks like this car was in a lake for a month. That is A LOT of rust.

[@mica122213]

lol wtf looks like it was at the bottom of the lake

[@Eeuroparts]

New England baby

[@Explore-Gobal]

Haha, I made my girlfriend watch this to show her why it costs bucks to have this done (her Saab). She said that car is really rusty and I said probably an east coast car, lol. Really appreciate you making this in depth video. Thank you.

[@KalanYore]

That is way more work compared to a Saab 9-5 water pump replacement... even to compare to the 900 or 9000!?!

[@0x00zero]

Saab must have learned this from the Germans just before selling to GM.

[@owendavies4613]

What a complete pain in the butt, good video though, I just to change the belt and tensioner and that was not much fun.

[@randyeastman4500]

gm sure messed up a good thing.

[@chrisn2288]

Id rather just get the 2.8 turbo V-6. I hated working on those ecotec engines.

[@DaytonCarCare]

LoL On a BMW 6 cylinder maybe a 30 minute job to do a water pump. ;)

[@Eeuroparts]

DaytonCarCare most waterpumps are generally easy jobs, this one in particlar is an exception

[@DaytonCarCare]

Yeah cool design just a PITA to get to.

[@yrmomsuncle]

which bmw ya talking? haha having to replace mine in a 2011 335i and was quoted 3.5 hours -6 hours

[@djscottyc]

its probably an e39 or an e46 , both cars are so much easier to work on. This job on this saab is enough for me to not even want to touch these cars.

[@Eeuroparts]

djscottyc The new generation (last generation) Saabs were very different to all earlier models. Saabs, as far as we have experience, are fairly easy to work on. Don't let this video scare you, we made it because it is far and away an exception that many people need help with. It is the same procedure as on all GM Ecotec engines, such as those found in the Chevy Cobalt.

[@denisepiktetov4540]

This is not DIY for sure! Worshop only job.

[@FamilytripsNevents]

It is so ridiculous that this is what you have to go through to change a fricking water pump. I'm having second thoughts on Saab engineering.

[@Ty-qe1jb]

I have no clue why this guy doing all of this extra work for the water pump you don't need to take the thermostat out unless it's bad

[@Ty-qe1jb]

Bro doing like 10 times extra steps than what he needs to do you don't need to drain the coolant

[@Usercs7273]

And I thought changing a water pump on 08 Camry v6 was a pain. Lol

[@Tommyz125]

charls seal thee worst that im aware of is Chrysler 2.7 v6 (cirus, charger etc..) total pain in the a**

[@mrmojorisin4387]

what in the hell???? Why would an engineer design it like this??

[@eltiopescadilla]

Much easier if it could be taken off only opening the timing cover, and you would not need silly tools GM dumbasses did even more painful this way

[@scottlynch2726]

This guy turned a hour and a half job into a seven hour job. No need to remove any of the exhaust components, o2 sensors or valance. Do you only exhaust component that needs removed is the upper heat shield. Such a waste of time dealing with bolts on the turbo when there’s plenty of room to work around it. The thermostat housing is removed from the top after removing the Thermostat cover and moving it to the side. The crossover pipe can also be removed from the top. Work smarter not harder!

[@draytonPW]

Imagine doing this on your back, yikes.

[@galaktikastukstantis9229]

Felt like hell I was wet and cold and shit sometimes my hands would be too short sometimes too long, I dont own the special tool so, it was like hell. I cried, i cursed, and then sold it.

[@princecharlie3217]

Worst designed car I’ve ever owned if my pump goes I will scrap the car