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Operation and Repair of the Door Handle

Model: Saab 9 3 MK 2 - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Handle

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This tutorial explains the operation of the rear door opening mechanism of a Saab 9-3. The various steps allow you to dismantle the door opening module to check for any malfunctioning parts and proceed with their replacement. The video begins with the door panel already removed.

It shows how to remove the screws and clips that secure the panel covering and protecting the handle mechanism. It also demonstrates how to disconnect the electrical connections that power the central locking and electric window operation: simply use the tip of a screwdriver to press on the connector tab. To dismantle the latch mechanism, access the two bolts that secure it; for this, you need a ratchet with a joint and a 10 mm socket and an extension.

The handle plate must also be removed by unscrewing the three bolts that secure it from the inside. Once extracted, you can proceed with the repair or replacement.


Updated on 11 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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