Though car owners can easily purchase Saab car parts for the A/C system in the vehicle, repairs to this system should only be performed by a professional.

Troublesome Saab Car Parts

There are several trouble spots to look out for in Saab 9-3 built between 1999 and 2003. One of those things is the A/C compressor. In autos built within these years, a faulty thermo contact can cause the compressor to fail to respond to the controls and either stay on or stay off continuously. Fortunately, this part is sold separately from the compressor, making replacement of the entire unit unnecessary.

As with all air conditioning replacements and repairs, the work should be done by a professional. One good reason for this is that the heating and cooling unit is difficult to get to and requires, in older-model Saabs, that the entire dash and steering column, among other parts, be removed to reach it. This job takes 10 to 15 hours. Another important thing to remember with A/C repairs is that coolant must be removed and disposed of correctly. Venting coolant is illegal, no matter what type it is.

The 9-3 has had several recalls over the years, and car owners complain of a wide variety of problems with this particular auto. Luckily, the company has a five-year warranty on its vehicles.

Mechanics and car owners can purchase new or rebuilt air conditioning parts from A-Air for Saab, Saturn and other popular auto brands.