From 1998 to 2005, the Saab D223L or 2.2 TiD 2.2-liter diesel engine was manufactured and fitted to a few of the Swedish company’s most well-known models with indexes 9-3 and 9-5. There are two versions of this type of diesel engine: the X22DTH engine and the Y22DTH unit.
D207E, D207L, D207R, D223L, and D308L are Saab diesel engines.
Specifications
| Production years | 1998-2005 |
| Displacement, cc | 2171 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 115 (1st version) 125 (2nd version) |
| Torque output, Nm | 260 (1st version) 280 (2nd version) |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 98 |
| Compression ratio | 18.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GT1549S (1st version) Garrett GT1849V (2nd version) |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.5 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 (1st version) EURO 3 (2nd version) |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Saab 9-3 2001) — city — highway — combined |
9.0 5.2 6.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~320 000 |
| Weight, kg | 195 |
The engine was installed on:
- Saab 9-3 I (YS3D) in 1998 – 2003; 9-3 II (YS3F) in 2002 – 2004;
- Saab 9-5 I (YS3E) in 2002 – 2005.
Disadvantages of the Saab D223L engine
The Bosch VP44 injection pump’s unpredictability is the primary cause of this diesel engine’s issues;
Here, timing chains are not a very valuable resource, particularly for the upper
Fuel and oil are frequently combined because the gaskets beneath the injectors dry out;
The owners have a lot of problems when the system is aired;
Intake swirl flaps can fall off and land in the cylinders, and they frequently wedge;
This unit’s starter, vacuum pump, and EGR valve are also weak points.