Governor Seal Replacement

Background
The automatic transmission used on Saab 9000 is the ZF 4HP18

Symptoms
Slipping when starting to drive
Shifting at random times
Not downshifting
The car doesn’t start moving when you select “D” but does if you manually select “1”

Manuals, Parts Diagrams, and Technical Info

Transmission Technical Service Information

Eriksson Industries Parts Diagram

Automatic Choice Parts Diagram

Townsend Imports - Saab Service Bulletin

Repair Procedure Write-Ups

https://www.saablink.net/threads/governor-seal-replace-diy.51033/

https://www.saabscene.com/threads/my-thoughts-on-governor-seal-replacement.135245/

https://www.saabcentral.com/threads/auto-tranny-in-9000s-are-not-reliable.200366/

Shan’s Write-Up

YouTube Videos

I have the rubber seals on hand. Message me if you need some.