Service and repair manuals for 13 model years of the Saab 5-Sep, 1999 to 2011. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Saab published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC · 2.8L V6 — 170 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
01 / Model yearsChoose your 5-Sep year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | $29.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 2.8L V6 | Turbo4 Sedan 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · Turbo6 Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2010 | $29.99 | — | 2.8L V6 | Aero Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2009 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Griffin Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Griffin Wagon 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2008 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2007 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door | select |
| 2006 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2005 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door +3 | select |
| 2004 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2003 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4; 3.0L V6 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door +3 | select |
| 2002 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4; 3.0L V6; 3.0L V6 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door +5 | select |
| 2001 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4; 3.0L V6 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · SE Wagon 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door +2 | select |
| 2000 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4; 3.0L V6 | 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · SE Wagon 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door +3 | select |
| 1999 | $29.99 | — | 2.3L I4; 3.0L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door | select |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2011 5-Sep manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 1,749
- General Information 1,692
- Accessories & Equipment 10,444
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 739
- Body & Frame 2,593
- Maintenance 20
- Brakes 1,069
- Restraints 496
- Drivelines & Axles 494
- Steering 268
- Electrical 7,291
- Suspension 373
- Engine Mechanical 2,451
- Transmission 1,011
- Engine Performance 4,730
- Radiator Cap Pressure 15
04 / Other yearsOther 5-Sep years
2011 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 2.8L V6 — 170 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Turbo4 Sedan 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · Turbo6 Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2011 5-Sep.
2010 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.8L V6 — 170 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Aero Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2010 5-Sep.
2009 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Griffin Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Griffin Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2009 5-Sep.
2008 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2008 5-Sep.
2007 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2007 5-Sep.
2006 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2006 5-Sep.
2005 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · Arc Wagon 4-Door · Linear Wagon 4-Door · Linear Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2005 5-Sep.
2004 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · Arc Wagon 4-Door · Linear Wagon 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2004 5-Sep.
2003 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · Arc Wagon 4-Door · Linear Wagon 4-Door · Linear Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2003 5-Sep.
2002 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · Arc Sedan 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · Arc Wagon 4-Door · Linear Wagon 4-Door · Linear Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2002 5-Sep.
2001 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · SE Wagon 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2001 5-Sep.
2000 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: 2.3t Sedan 4-Door · SE Wagon 4-Door · 2.3t Wagon 4-Door · Aero Wagon 4-Door · Gary Fisher Wagon 4-Door · Aero Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2000 5-Sep.
1999 Saab 5-Sep · $29.99 select →
Engines: 2.3L I4 — 140 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1999 5-Sep.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore 5-Sep manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the 5-Sep manual
Which 5-Sep years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1999 to 2011 — 13 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Saab 5-Sep manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Saab published for the 5-Sep, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include 5-Sep wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every 5-Sep manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Why do some 5-Sep years cost more?
Every 5-Sep year is $29.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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