Vaico V50-0049 Engine Coolant Reservoir

Engine Coolant Reservoir for Saab 9-3 and 900

Restore proper coolant expansion and level monitoring with this VAICO engine coolant reservoir, part number V50-0049. Built from plastic and sized at 230 mm long, 185 mm wide, and 210 mm high, it is a direct-fit style replacement for select Saab cooling system applications.

Key Features

• Engine coolant reservoir for the cooling system
• Plastic construction for OE-style fit and function
• Dimensions: 230 mm length, 185 mm width, 210 mm height
• Fits Saab 9-3 models from 1999-2003 with level warning
• Fits Saab 900 models from 1995-1998 with level sensor
• VAICO part number V50-0049 for easy identification

Product Details

VAICO V50-0049 is an engine coolant reservoir made for Saab cooling system service where the original tank has cracked, leaked, or no longer supports level monitoring correctly. This reservoir is listed for 2003 Saab 9-3, 1999-2002 Saab 9-3, and 1995-1998 Saab 900 applications, with notes for level warning or level sensor configurations. The plastic housing and listed dimensions help support proper placement in the engine bay while maintaining the coolant expansion capacity needed for normal operation. This part cross-references part number 43 56 390 for the same application.

Common Reasons to Replace

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or aging reservoir
• Low coolant warnings caused by a faulty tank or sensor interface
• Visible discoloration, warping, or brittle plastic
• Loss of coolant expansion volume in the Saab 9-3 cooling system
• Reservoir replacement during cooling system repair on Saab 900 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s level warning or level sensor setup before ordering, since fitment varies by application notes. Inspect hoses, clamps, and the cap sealing surface during installation, and transfer only the components required by your vehicle configuration. Confirm the reservoir dimensions and mounting layout match the original unit on your Saab 9-3 or Saab 900 before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

VAICO supplies aftermarket replacement parts for European vehicle applications, and this reservoir is cataloged for direct fitment on the listed Saab models. Part number V50-0049 is specified for the applications shown above, helping simplify identification during cooling system repair.