Saab 9-3 Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (1999 - 2011)

Engine timing belt and timing chain components

All Saab 9-3 engines have timing chains from the model years 1999 to 2011. All Saab 9-3 engines from 1999 to 2011 are interference.

Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.

The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.

If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.

Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.

Saab 9-3 Timing Belt Or Chain (1999 - 2011)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2011 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2010 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2009 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2009 2.8 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2008 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2008 2.8 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2007 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2007 2.8 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2006 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2006 2.8 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2005 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2004 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2003 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2002 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2002 2.3 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2001 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2001 2.3 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2000 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
2000 2.3 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
1999 2.0 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime
1999 2.3 L Turbo Timing Chain Interference Lifetime