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Saab B204L engine in a 1995 Saab 900 (NG) SE convertible. Note the red Saab Direct Ignition module, which was common to B204 and B234 engines with Trionic 5 engine management system. Only naturally aspirated NG900 and OG9-3 versions had Motronic engine management system with distributor ignition.

What engines do SAAB use?

The most common engines found in the Saab 9-5 are 4-cylinder 2.0 and 2.3 litre engine. The name of the most commonly found engine in the Saab 9-5 is B205 (2 litre)/B235 (2.3 litre).

What is the Saab 9 5 based on?

The Saab 9-5 Aero. Produced From 1997 – 2010 and available as the estate or a 4 door saloon. The Saab Was loosely based on parent company GM’s 2900 Platform, but having a differing wheelbase from every other vehicle sharing the platform.

What is the difference between a B205 and a B235 engine?

The B205 and B235 engines are an evolution of the B204 and B234 engines. They were introduced in the 1998 Saab 9-5 giving reduced fuel consumption and emissions with improved refinement. The changes included lightweight internal components:lighter valves, softer valve springs, lighter pistons, and lower-drag oil pump.

When did the Chevy 235 inline 6 cylinder engine come out?

The Chevy 235 inline 6 cylinder engine was first introduced in 1941 and was mainly used in large trucks. In 1950, GM decided to use the 235 in several of its automobiles that were going to have the new Powerglide automatic transmission.

Do the b235l and B235R have different pistons?

I believe they have different pistons as well. I have read a lot about the B235L and B235R engines (mine is a 9-5 2.3T MY05), the “L” some times called a de-tuned Aero. Do you now, 4 years later, have a comment on the issue of different pistons.

How many generations of B234 engines are there?

There are two generations of B234 engine, one made from 1990-1993, the other from 1994 to 1998. The later motors had a revised oil sump system, head, timing cover, and different bell housing pattern.