My Cheap Saab 9-5 gets NEW Subframe Bushings - Rattle FREE! #savesaab

In today's episode, I replace the front rotted out rotors and the subframe bushings on my cheap Saab 9-5 Aero! I link all the tools and parts needed below for you to do at home! This job seems intimidating, but its really not terrible at all! I hope you enjoy. Please like, share, and subscribe!

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[ShadowCode]

In these times of uncertainty, nothing is better than coming home after a long day and seeing a new Saab video :)

[smoofe]

Easyest way to install these bushings is to cut them in half with a sharp knife so there is a top and a bottom lid like a sandwitch then you put the metal pipe through it and screw it in the installation goes 10x faster and no grease is needed done it on alot of cars and my own tips och tricks from sweden!

[Dufferz]

Just stumbled over this channel. As a Swede I feel proud of your car choice! Keep up the good woork.

[automotive]

Kyle, I strongly recommend doing a vacuum flush of the brake fluid (DOT 4). I did a trans & PS flush also. Great job. Keep Saabs alive. Maury

[nuttycommuter]

My 9-5 was recently in for a new clutch and downpipe and while it was in my garage replaced a couple of the bushes on the subframe because they were worn out. Made a noticeable difference to the front end and (just as nice) got rid of the annoying “clunk” I used to have when I was reversing. It’s amazing how something so small makes such a difference.

[powercore]

Very happy to see that its possible to do without a lift and not removing the whole subframe, i will have the same struggle coming up soon. Very usefull Diy thank you!

[denisepiktetov]

Your dedication to save 9-5 by all means is making me scared to own one! I do not have that strength of spirit. :( But, you are truly The Saaber! :)

[ChallengerDood]

Just ordered a set for me 2002 9-5 aero. I already replaced all the engine mounts thinking that would take care of my rattle / drivetrain slop but it did not. Thank you for the helpful video.

[robertleivonen]

Congratulations, admire your your patience and perseverance.

[stivan]

You made it look so easy dude, good job!

[sean]

Anyone planning to do this job please note.... When I did mine, the rear bushings had a metal inner race, not plastic. They were sized in. I had to bend the lower part of the collar using a pry bar to help break the sized join. Then to remove I managed to fit a 27mm socket over the top, the same way you fit the new bushing, and jack up the subframe and the collar popped out. I did the same on the centre bushings which were in fact plastic, but my way was much quicker and easier than cutting or deforming them. I didnt drill or cut old bushings either, i put something solid between subframe and chassis and jacket a vertical bar up and it popped the inner bushings out.

Good music choices by the way ✌️

[mds]

You’re a lot braver than I am for tackling that job. That’s one thing I would not do in my own garage, mostly because almost all my cars are SUVs. The last time I needed that done on one of my vehicles I paid a mechanic friend of mine to do it at his shop. He only charged me $125 to do all 4 corners, which I didn’t think was that bad a deal.

[Leeoolan]

Hello Kyle,
I'm about to help a friend replace the sub-frame bushings on his 2006 9-3. Thank you for the video. I think we will be returning to this during the installation.

[rushl.workman]

You are not only brave, you are a very resourceful person. WOW, not a job for the faint at heart. You also have an understanding and cute wife. What makes my 5 speed 2003 9-3 cab buck and kick and turn on the engine light? Happy Motoring to both of you!!

[pieterk]

Last icing on this cake would be proper alignment. That really can do miracles too

[efra]

You can round the upper edges of the bushings just a little bit then they will go in easier...i did it on a 95 once

[matthewwolfe]

Thanks for this video. Really expands on the Eeuro one. I didn't even have to drill one of my rears out, it was so bad I pulled the middle out by hand 😬

[ChallengerDood]

So, I just completed this job yesterday. I was not able to fit my sawzall up into the space needed to cut the old bushings so I picked up a harbor freight air saw. It was $22 and worked absolutely great! Only about 10 inches long so it was easy to fit where I needed it. Now that I've got it all back together my rattles are gone and the car drives great. Except... now my alignment is off! No idea how I managed to do that.

[rte]

Next time, you can take off all 6 bolts on the su frame, the steering bar will keep everything up. Nothing will fall. Just remove the lower engine mounts and you have enough space to work. Don't need to unscrew anithing else.

[jimmygalle]

Great episode. Thanks for sharing and for your channel. Keep on saabing and see ya next time 👍