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2002 Saab 9-3 SE, 2D Convertible, Automatic
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2002 Saab 9-3 SE, 2D Convertible, AutomaticSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.75 LBS. | 0.79 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid TEXACO Texamatic DEXRON III | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | DO NOT use DOT 5. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 8.70 QTS. | 8.23 L | SAAB approved Antifreeze | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.01 QTS. | 3.79 L | ACEA A3/B3 or API - SJ, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 Semi-Synthetic | The oil should be semi or fully synthetic and fulfill the grade requirements of ACEA A3/B3 or API SJ. Oils which are less viscous, such as 0W/-40/50 are becoming more common and may be used. However, the oil must be fully-synthetic, of a well known brand, and fulfill ACEA grade requirements A/3/B3. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 17.00 GALS. | 64.35 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.80 QTS. | 1.7 L | SAAB Synthetic Gearbox Oil | Refer to TSB No. 02-04-471. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Power Steering Fluid (CHF 11S) | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Washer Fluid | If windshield washer fluid is not available use clean water. In areas where water freezes in winter, use an antifreeze type windshield washer fluid. | S | ||
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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.