Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Saab 900 SPGFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.34 LBS. | 1.06 KG | R-12 | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.0L Eng | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 2.0L Eng | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE EP 80 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.0L Eng | 10.50 QTS. | 9.93 L | 50/70 mixture of SAAB coolant, BASF G-105 and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.0L Eng | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | SAE 10W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 2.0L Eng | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.0L Eng | 3.00 QTS. | 2.83 L | SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 Engine Oil | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | GM Power Steering Fluid | DO NOT use Automatic Transmission Fluid. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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