1992 Saab 9000 Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

24 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 1992 Saab 9000, from VALVOLINE, PRESTONE, PEAK and 3 other brands. FVP MV5050GAL carries the "Popular" badge.

The Compatible With All Colors section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PRESTONE AF3055 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP MV5050GAL.

The Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from VALVOLINE — rated for severe service. VALVOLINE ZXG051 is listed in this group.

The Premium section lists 5 options from PRESTONE and PEAK — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. PRESTONE AF2100 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section lists 12 options from VALVOLINE, PENTOSIN, AISIN and 3 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. VALVOLINE ZXEL1 is listed in this group.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

One part is listed for the 1992 Saab 9000 — ÜRO PARTS 7576671.

This table covers the overflow / expansion tanks that hold extra coolant. Read more

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO SB3014100.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

4 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts for the 1992 Saab 9000 come from 4 brands — MOTORAD, PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN, STANT and 1 other brand.

This group includes MOTORAD T30, PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 21347323 and STANT 10260 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts are listed for the 1992 Saab 9000, from MOTORAD and GATES.

Listed part numbers: GATES 31371, MOTORAD 3120 and MOTORAD 3123.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

3 Radiator parts are listed for the 1992 Saab 9000, from TECHPRO, NISSENS and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN.

Economy: 1 part, from TECHPRO. A representative part number is TECHPRO SB3010111.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from NISSENS. NISSENS 64033A is listed in this group.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

Listed part numbers: TECHPRO SB3010111, NISSENS 64033A and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 87340327.

This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator. Read more

This group shows a single part: TECHPRO SB3115102.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

6 Radiator Hose parts for the 1992 Saab 9000 come from 4 brands — ÜRO PARTS, GATES, DAYCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is DAYCO 71671.

This group includes DAYCO 71671, ÜRO PARTS 7576663 and ACDELCO 20423S and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

23 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 1992 Saab 9000, from FACET, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ÜRO PARTS and 11 other brands. SKP SKTX18 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 7 parts, from ÜRO PARTS, SKP, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. A representative part number is SKP SKTX18.

In the Full Service Kit grade, WALKER PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is WALKER PRODUCTS 21191122.

The Standard Replacement section: 15 options from FACET, BOSCH, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 6 other brands. BOSCH 0280130026 is listed in this group.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

17 Thermostat parts for the 1992 Saab 9000 come from 4 brands — MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY, GATES and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD 2028160.

The Economy section: 1 option from PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN. PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 26349512 is listed in this group.

The Performance section lists 4 options from MOTORAD — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. MOTORAD 2028160 is listed in this group.

Premium: 4 parts, from MOTORAD. A representative part number is MOTORAD 7228180.

Standard Replacement: 8 parts, from MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY and GATES. A representative part number is MOTORAD 228195.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. 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. Read more

9 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 1992 Saab 9000, from FEL-PRO, STANT, MOTORAD and 4 other brands. FEL-PRO 25565 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 25565, MOTORAD MG23 and BECK/ARNLEY 0390019, among others listed above.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

3 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 1992 Saab 9000 come from 3 brands — GPD, FOUR SEASONS and MOTORAD.

The Economy section: 1 option from GPD. GPD 8241501 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from FOUR SEASONS and MOTORAD. A representative part number is FOUR SEASONS 85297.

Part numbers include GPD 8241501, FOUR SEASONS 85297 and MOTORAD CH6077.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

4 Water Pump parts for the 1992 Saab 9000 come from 4 brands — FVP, US MOTOR WORKS, GRAF and 1 other brand.

The Economy section: 2 options from FVP and US MOTOR WORKS. FVP US9264 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 1 part, from GRAF. A representative part number is GRAF PA638.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

Part numbers include FVP US9264 and GRAF PA638, among others listed above.

This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Water Pump Gasket parts are listed for the 1992 Saab 9000, from APEX and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN.

Listed part numbers: APEX AWP3221 and PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 263499481.

This table covers the Water Pump Seal O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

This group shows a single part: PROFESSIONAL PARTS SWEDEN 21346598.