17 Steering parts are listed for the 1978 Saab 99, in 4 part types, covering both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The steering system on the 1978 Saab 99 connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. The largest groups are Tie Rod End (7 parts), Power Steering Fluid (6 parts) and Rack and Pinion Bellow (3 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1978 Saab 99 was sold with both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1978 Saab 99 steering parts are PRESTONE (5 parts), PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN (2 parts) and MEVOTECH (2 parts), plus 8 more brands. Quality grades include Economy and Daily Driver.
3 parts on this 1978 Saab 99 page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including EDELMANN 70694 (Power Steering Fluid) and DELPHI TA1748 (Tie Rod End). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDELMANN Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | 70694 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | AS261 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 32 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | AS260Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 12 oz. | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | AS262Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak12 Fluid Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | AS263Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | AS266Y6 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
6 Power Steering Fluid parts are listed for the 1978 Saab 99, from PRESTONE and EDELMANN. EDELMANN 70694 carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include EDELMANN 70694, PRESTONE AS261 and PRESTONE AS260Y, among others listed above.
Power Steering Pump
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | 3018 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pump without ReservoirRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit.
One part is listed for the 1978 Saab 99 — LARES 3018.
Rack and Pinion Bellow
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | 45A7000 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | 47344738 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightManual Steering | View on Amazon |
| PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | 47347913 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LeftManual Steering | View on Amazon |
This table covers the rubber boots that seal the inner tie-rod joints on the rack.
3 Rack and Pinion Bellow parts are listed for the 1978 Saab 99, from PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN and ACDELCO.
Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 45A7000, PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 47344738 and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 47347913.
Tie Rod End
Daily Driver
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELPHI Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | TA1748 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Outer | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | MES2132RL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SupremeIncludes Hardware | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | X43TE3759 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | T2132 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | GES2132RL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Original Grade | View on Amazon |
| ULTRA-POWER Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | ES2132RL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Outer | View on Amazon |
| VAICO Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | V509524 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment.
7 Tie Rod End parts are listed for the 1978 Saab 99, from MEVOTECH, DELPHI, SUSPENSIA and 3 other brands. DELPHI TA1748 carries the "Popular" badge.
The Daily Driver section lists 3 options from DELPHI, MEVOTECH and SUSPENSIA — grouped for everyday commuting duty. DELPHI TA1748 is listed in this group.
In the Economy grade, FVP, MEVOTECH, ULTRA-POWER and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP T2132.
Part numbers include DELPHI TA1748, MEVOTECH MES2132RL and SUSPENSIA X43TE3759, among others listed above.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1978 Saab 99
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Match the engine first. Every steering part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Tie Rod End and Power Steering Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 1978 Saab 99?
Our catalog currently lists 17 steering parts for the 1978 Saab 99 across 4 subcategories and 11 brands, covering both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do steering parts differ between 1978 Saab 99 engines?
Yes. Every steering part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1978 Saab 99?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1978 Saab 99 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1978 Saab 99?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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