93NG Ledbar - estate - Saab griffin look - DIY version
Saab 9-3 NG Estate LED Bar (Griffin Style) – DIY Version
Upgrade the rear look of your Saab 9-3 Sport Estate with this custom Griffin-style LED bar, developed in-house by KM-tronics.
This DIY version is designed for enthusiasts who want full control over installation while achieving a modern OEM+ appearance.
Installation Videos (Required)
Important:
You must follow these videos for proper installation.
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DIY Installation Guide:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-73VL0-Fvs -
Alignment Video 1/2:
https://youtube.com/shorts/MTwxjIIMDV8 -
Alignment Video 2/2 (on-car):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgFCruUYX3g -
License Plate Light Hub Modification: (see above guides)
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Shipping Issue Recovery (if applicable):
https://youtube.com/shorts/MTwxjIIMDV8
What’s Included
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1x LED bar (93NG Estate glass + selected options)
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2x Tie wraps (for cable management)
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4x Side mounting clips (2 spare)
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2x License plate lights (required for functionality)
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1x Darkening strip (to fully remove light bleed from the license plate lights.)
Product Overview
This LED bar integrates directly into the original license plate light housing of your Saab 9-3 NG Estate.
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Fully custom Saab 93ng griffin style design
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Works with OEM mounting position
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Wired into original license plate light system
- Color options for glas:
- clear and smoked
- Color options for chrome:
- OEM Silver chrome letters
- Blacked chrome letters
- Titanium (TX) chrome letters.
This DIY version requires you to modify and reuse your own license plate light housing.
A mail-in installation service will be available separately on a later date.
- Product update: the clear glas oem look will soon be available, expected to ship from 25 may 2026
Light Output Options
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Normal version (lowest output)
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Subtle during daytime, only visible on cloudy days not visible in full sunlight.
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A subtle visual effect at night clearly visible from 10-15m behind the car. With very defined edges.
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Bright version (coming soon)
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Comparable brightness to rear tail lights, visible both during the day and at night.
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Output examples (later a new video will be released to showcase the ledbars).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiTG8hEl0xI
⏱️ Installation Time
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LED bar assembly: 30 min – 1.5 hours
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Full installation on vehicle: 45 min – 1h 15 min
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Total: ~1h 15 min to 2h 45 min
(depending on experience level)
Required Tools for installation
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Cutting tool (to modify license plate housing)
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Pliers (for clips and adjustments)
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Adhesive kit (recommended: Sikaflex 552 RTV)
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Scissors (for wiring adjustments and cutting)
No soldering required
⚠️ Important Notes & Disclaimer
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Do not exceed 210 km/h → risk of clip failure
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Off-road use only – check local regulations for road legality
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This is an aftermarket product, not manufactured by Saab AB or Scania AB
Heat & Material Behavior
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May loose alignment above 55°C (130°F)
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Avoid parking facing direct sunlight above 35°C (95°F) or you might loose your original alignment if you did not use the alignment strips or extra tape.
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Contact us if you operate in extreme climates
Additional Considerations
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Minor optical imperfections (<2 mm) may occur due to mixture curing
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On hot days, alignment may shift slightly and restore itself when it cools down again.
Optional alignment strips available:
https://www.kmtronics.nl/product/22240463/saab-93ng-ledbar-estate-alignment-strips
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Low-speed (<80 km/h) high-pitched noise may occur (normal version light output version only, depending on vehicle sound isolation)
Warranty
Shipping Damage
Notify us as soon as possible after arrival of the ledbar, at the latest after 96H if your ledbar suffered transport damage.
Functional Issues
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Report within 6 months of purchase
- A 6 month warranty applies on the workings of the ledbar, a 96 hour after shipping warranty applies on the glas itself (cracks, tears, broken chips on the outsides edges).
Tip:
If you cannot install within 6 months, test functionality using your vehicle trunk connector upon arrival. To ensure that the ledbar survived being shipped.