The 1983 Saab 900 has 30 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 5 part types and 15 brands, covering both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The drivetrain system on the 1983 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 (13 parts), CV Axle (7 parts) and CV Joint Boot (7 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
The 1983 Saab 900 was sold with both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. 23 parts fit every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1983 Saab 900 drivetrain parts are SCHAEFFLER (4 parts), DORMAN (3 parts) and SKF (3 parts), plus 12 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
7 parts on this 1983 Saab 900 page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including GSP NCV62507 (CV Axle) and DORMAN 03680 (CV Joint Boot). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
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| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 609173 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | NCV62507 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | NCV62508 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | TN14008 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | TN14009 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: all 1983 900 engines | SA8014 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: all 1983 900 engines | SA8013 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | 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.
7 CV Axle parts for the 1983 Saab 900 come from 4 brands — GSP, TOP NOTCH, TRAKMOTIVE and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is GSP NCV62507. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.
The Economy section lists 1 option from CARDONE — the catalog's value-priced group. CARDONE 609173 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, GSP, TOP NOTCH and TRAKMOTIVE supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is GSP NCV62507.
This group includes GSP NCV62507, CARDONE 609173 and GSP NCV62508 and the remaining parts above.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 03680 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OuterJoint Diameter 3.83" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Popular Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 614001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Joint Diameter 3.58"Shaft End Inside Diameter .93" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 614002 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Joint Diameter 3.3"Shaft End Inside Diameter 0.87" | View on Amazon |
| GKN Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 300403 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front OuterManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | DX342 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 2.0L L4 Turbocharged | DX343 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN Fits: 2.0L L4 | 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.
7 CV Joint Boot parts for the 1983 Saab 900 come from 4 brands — DORMAN, MEVOTECH, GKN and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 03680. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 03680, DORMAN 614001 and DORMAN 614002, plus the other parts above.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
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| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Popular Fits: all 1983 900 engines | WTA35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing Shape: CylindricalBearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: all 1983 900 engines | WTLM501310 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Race | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular Fits: all 1983 900 engines | A35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GoldIncludes LM501349 & LM501310 | View on Amazon |
| SKF Popular Fits: all 1983 900 engines | BR35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 1983 900 engines | NBA35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing Shape: Cylindrical or Taper Bearing SetBearing & Race | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Fits: all 1983 900 engines | LM501349 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Automatic trans.with Borg-Warner T37TB Transmission | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Fits: all 1983 900 engines | A35 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Taper Bearing Set Includes Cup and ConeBearing & Race Set | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER Fits: all 1983 900 engines | M88010 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Race | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER Fits: all 1983 900 engines | KLM501349 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing Only | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER Fits: all 1983 900 engines | KT45 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bearing and Race Set | View on Amazon |
| SKF Fits: all 1983 900 engines | LM501310VP | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Race | View on Amazon |
| SKF Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 6006J | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Manual trans. | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 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.
13 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts for the 1983 Saab 900 come from 7 brands — SKF, SCHAEFFLER, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA35. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged.
The Economy section: 2 options from WJB / INMOTION PARTS. WJB / INMOTION PARTS WTA35 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from SKF, SCHAEFFLER, NATIONAL and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO A35.
Differential Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHAEFFLER Fits: all 1983 900 engines | SS2450 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Automatic trans.7 MM Width | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 223510 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Automatic 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 are listed for the 1983 Saab 900, from SCHAEFFLER and TIMKEN. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1983 900.
Part numbers include SCHAEFFLER SS2450 and TIMKEN 223510.
Differential Side Cover Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN Fits: all 1983 900 engines | 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.
One part is listed for the 1983 Saab 900 — PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 21348156.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1983 Saab 900
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Some drivetrain parts fit every engine; others are 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 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 Axle .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1983 Saab 900?
Our catalog currently lists 30 drivetrain parts for the 1983 Saab 900 across 5 subcategories and 15 brands, covering both the 2.0L L4 and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1983 Saab 900 engines?
Some do. 23 parts fit every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. 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 drivetrain problems on a 1983 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 1983 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 1983 Saab 900?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. 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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