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Saab 9-3 Lug Nut Torque

The 1999–2011 Saab 9-3 lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 N·m).

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Saab 9-3 · 1999–2011

Lug nut torque
80ft-lbs108 N·m
Same spec for every year 1999–2011.
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Saab 9-3

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235/45R172006–2011 · Compare prices →215/55R162003–2011 · Compare prices →225/45R172000–2005 · Compare prices →225/50R172009–2011 · Compare prices →205/50R161999–2001 · Compare prices →235/45R182009–2011 · Compare prices →195/60R151999–2001 · Compare prices →215/45R172001–2002 · Compare prices →205/55R162002–2003 · Compare prices →205/65R152003–2004 · Compare prices →

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Saab 9-3 lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Saab 9-3?

The 1999–2011 Saab 9-3 lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all 9-3 trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every 9-3 trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Saab 9-3 lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 80 ft-lbs (108 N·m) for every model year we have, 1999–2011.

What size tires come on the Saab 9-3?

Factory tire sizes include 235/45R17 (2006–2011), 215/55R16 (2003–2011), 225/45R17 (2000–2005), 225/50R17 (2009–2011), 205/50R16 (1999–2001) and 235/45R18 (2009–2011), among others. Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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