1988 Saab 900 Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

5 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1988 Saab 900 come from 5 brands — ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3341728. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 SOHC and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 3341728 and FVP 14791, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Alternator / Generator bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

3 Alternator / Generator Bushing parts for the 1988 Saab 900 come from 3 brands — DORMAN, PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN and ÜRO PARTS. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 SOHC and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged.

This group includes DORMAN 523124, PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 61340060 and ÜRO PARTS 7541451.

This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

5 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts are listed for the 1988 Saab 900, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA, NATIONAL and 2 other brands. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB63032RS carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB63032RS.

The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from BCA, NATIONAL, SCHAEFFLER and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. BCA NB303CC is listed in this group.

This group includes WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB63032RS, BCA NB303CC and NATIONAL 303CC and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

5 Battery parts are listed for the 1988 Saab 900, from BOSCH, FULLRIVER and DEKA. DEKA 9A3585 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

The AGM (Extended Life) section lists 3 options from BOSCH and DEKA — grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. DEKA 9A3585 is listed in this group.

The Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) section lists 2 options from FULLRIVER — grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FULLRIVER FT560 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DEKA 9A3585, BOSCH S6523B and BOSCH S675DT, among others listed above.

This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early. Read more

7 Battery Cable parts for the 1988 Saab 900 come from 4 brands — UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 4BC63X. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 SOHC and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged.

This group includes ACDELCO 4BC63X, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A224TB and DEKA 00297 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

DEKA supplies both parts for the 1988 Saab 900. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

Part numbers include DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

This table covers the engine-control modules that run fuel, spark and emissions. Read more

This group shows a single part: BSE EM9786.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

TRIDON / NOVITA supplies the 4 Flasher parts for the 1988 Saab 900. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

This group includes TRIDON / NOVITA LF12, TRIDON / NOVITA LF12K and TRIDON / NOVITA EP35 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse. Read more

15 Fuse parts are listed for the 1988 Saab 900, from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. BUSSMANN ATC15 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

The 10 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "10 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC10 is listed in this group.

In the 15 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC15.

In the 20 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is LITTELFUSE ATO20.

The 25 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "25 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC25 is listed in this group.

The 30 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "30 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC30 is listed in this group.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

16 Horn parts are listed for the 1988 Saab 900, from FIAMM, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ACDELCO. FIAMM 72112 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

In the Accessory Replacement grade, FIAMM supplies 5 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Accessory Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FIAMM 72112.

The Standard Replacement section: 11 options from FIAMM, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ACDELCO. FIAMM 7421122 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Starter bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

One part is listed for the 1988 Saab 900 — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS X5438.

This table covers the starter drives that engage the flywheel ring gear. Read more

One part is listed for the 1988 Saab 900 — WELLS 2K1154.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

6 Starter Motor parts for the 1988 Saab 900 come from 6 brands — WAI GLOBAL, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is PURE ENERGY 17013. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 SOHC and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged.

The New section lists 1 option from WAI GLOBAL — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. WAI GLOBAL 17013N is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 5 options from PURE ENERGY, REMY, ACDELCO and 2 other brands — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. PURE ENERGY 17013 is listed in this group.

This group includes PURE ENERGY 17013, WAI GLOBAL 17013N and REMY 16965 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

2 Starter Solenoid parts for the 1988 Saab 900 come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 SOHC and the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS348 and WELLS 1M1251.

This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage. Read more

4 Voltage Regulator parts are listed for the 1988 Saab 900, from FAMOUS BRAND, ASTEMO / HITACHI, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1988 900.

Economy: 1 part, from FAMOUS BRAND. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND RAA1083.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from ASTEMO / HITACHI, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. ASTEMO / HITACHI ALR0514 is listed in this group.

This group includes FAMOUS BRAND RAA1083, ASTEMO / HITACHI ALR0514 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR471 and the remaining parts above.