The 1979 Saab 900 has 20 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 6 part types and 11 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The drivetrain system on the 1979 Saab 900 moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. The largest groups are Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (10 parts), CV Joint Boot (5 parts) and Differential Seal (2 parts). The other 3 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
The 1979 Saab 900 came with a single engine, the 2.0L L4, and every part is verified against it.
11 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1979 Saab 900, led by DORMAN (3 parts), TIMKEN (3 parts) and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN (2 parts), plus 8 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1979 Saab 900. 3 parts have it, including DORMAN 03680 (CV Joint Boot) and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA35 (Differential Carrier Bearing / Race). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE | 609200 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
One part is listed for the 1979 Saab 900 — CARDONE 609200.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular | 03680 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OuterJoint Diameter 3.83" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 614001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Joint Diameter 3.58"Shaft End Inside Diameter .93" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 614002 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Joint Diameter 3.3"Shaft End Inside Diameter 0.87" | View on Amazon |
| GKN | 300403 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front OuterManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN | 47343073 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Front Right Inner | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
5 CV Joint Boot parts are listed for the 1979 Saab 900, from DORMAN, GKN and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN. DORMAN 03680 carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include DORMAN 03680, DORMAN 614001 and DORMAN 614002, among others listed above.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Popular | WTA35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing Shape: CylindricalBearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WTLM501310 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Race | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | A35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GoldIncludes LM501349 & LM501310 | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NBA35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing Shape: Cylindrical or Taper Bearing SetBearing & Race | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL | LM501349 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Automatic trans.with Borg-Warner T35TB Transmission | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL | A35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Taper Bearing Set Includes Cup and ConeBearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | KT45 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing and Race Set | View on Amazon |
| SKF | LM501310VP | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Race | View on Amazon |
| SKF | BR35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | SET45 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing & Race Set Bearing and Race Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
10 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts are listed for the 1979 Saab 900, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL, SKF and 4 other brands. WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA35 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA35.
The Standard Replacement section lists 8 options from NATIONAL, SKF, ACDELCO and 3 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. ACDELCO A35 is listed in this group.
Differential Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIMKEN | KWK99139 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Kwik-Sleeve | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Differential seal surface.
This group shows a single part: TIMKEN KWK99139.
Differential Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHAEFFLER | SS2450 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Automatic trans.7 MM Width | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN | 223510 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Automatic trans.or Manual trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Differential. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Differential Seal parts for the 1979 Saab 900 come from 2 brands — SCHAEFFLER and TIMKEN.
Listed part numbers: SCHAEFFLER SS2450 and TIMKEN 223510.
Differential Side Cover Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN | 21348156 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Differential Side Cover. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 21348156.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1979 Saab 900
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 2.0L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Differential Carrier Bearing / Race and CV Joint Boot .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1979 Saab 900?
Our catalog currently lists 20 drivetrain parts for the 1979 Saab 900 across 6 subcategories and 11 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1979 Saab 900?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. 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 differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
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 1979 Saab 900 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 1979 Saab 900?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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