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1996 SAAB 900 Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Check engine light, Engine mount.
Mileage: 208,000 miles.

Asked on January 1, 2013

SAAB 900 Engine Problem

Hi ,my saab 900s idles ok when in park or neutral ,soon as i put it in drive or reverse the engine struggles and the whole car shakes ,also when setting off i get a loud clunk from the engine ,like the engine moves , could this be the engine mounts? and if so how could i check them and where are they located? thanks
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Replied on January 1, 2013

sounds like a vacuum leak.

there are 4 mounts that could be worn or broken. i suggest letting someone familiar with your car to inspect the mounts for you to confirm.

is the check engine light on??

Roy

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