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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20039-3 CONVERTIBLE (9400) L4-2.0L TURBO (2.0 HOT)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSLUBRICATING SYSTEM
2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT)
Lubricating System
2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible (9400) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 HOT)SECTION Lubricating System
Lubricating System
General Data
Oil Volume, Including Filter
Without Oil Cooler 5.0 Liters
With Oil Cooler 5.4 Liters
When Servicing 4.0 Liters
Difference in Volume, max-min 1.0 Liter
Important: The recommended grades of oil contain all necessary additives and the use of additional additives should therefore be avoided.
Oil Pressures
Oil Pump Pressure-Reducing Valve Opens at 3.8 bar
Warning Lamp Comes On When Oil Pressure is Below 0.3-0.55 bar
Oil Pressure at 2000 RPM with 10W/30 Motor Oil
B205** 2.5 bar
*Engine at 105 ±2°C/221±4°F
End Float Between Oil Pump Rotor and Housing 0.03-0.08 mm
Engine Oil Cooler Thermostat Opens at 105±2°C (221±35.6°F)
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.