2003 SAAB 9-3 fuel tank capacity

129 Starting and driving
Refueling1 Switch off the engine.
2 Open the filler cap, located in the right-
hand rear fender.
3 Insert the fuel pump nozzle beyond the
flange on the filler pipe and let the first
mark (a ring, a pimple or the first spring-
coil) rest on the flange. Do not withdraw
the nozzle while filling is in progress.
4 Cease refueling the first time the pump
stops.Filler cap
The filler cap has a bayonet fitting. Turn the
cap approximately 1/4 of a turn until you
hear one click.
If the fuel filler cap is not on correctly, the fol-
lowing message is displayed on the SID:
Manually opening the fuel filler door, see
page 52.
The most effective way to prevent conden-
sation forming in the tank (and thus avoid
possible running problems) is to keep the
tank full.
Refer to page 155 for information regarding
gasoline anti-freeze.NOTICEDo not overfill. Fuel should not come right
up the filler pipe as expansion room is
needed when the temperature rises.
Tighten fuel filler cap.
NOTICE Fill to maximum filling capacity.
 Stop filling after the first time that the
nozzle trips to shut off the flow of fuel.
 Filling capacity can differ between
different fuel stations and outside
temperature. Fuel tank volume when
nozzle trips to shut off, may vary by
0.5 gal. (2 liters).
 Do not fill fuel all the way up the filler
pipe. The gasoline must be allowed
room for expansion especially during
hot weather.
Filler cap
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237 Technical data
Curb weight
(i.e. with full fuel tank, full washer fluid res-
ervoir, standard tools and spare wheel) _3174–3461 lbs.
(1440–1570 kg)
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) ___________ 4343–4453 lbs.
(1970–2020 kg)
Maximum axle load:
Front ____________________________ 248 lbs. (1125 kg)
Rear ____________________________ 2226 lbs. (1010 kg)
Weight distribution:
Curb weight + driver (154 lbs. (70 kg)),
front/rear _________________________ approx. 60/40 %
GVW, front/rear ____________________ approx. 50/50 %
Maximum roof load _________________ 220 lbs. (100 kg)
Maximun load in trunk ______________ 175 lbs. (80 kg)
WARNING
 The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded.
Note that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are
fitted, the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of
these.
 When carrying a load in the trunk, make sure that it is lashed
down securely, particularly when part or all of the rear seat is
folded down.
Trailer:
Trailer with brakes ___________________ Max. 3500 lbs.
(1588 kg)
Trailer without brakes ________________ Max. 1000 lbs.
(450 kg)
Recommended towball load ___________ 110–165 lbs.
(50–75 kg)
Maximum theoretical towing speed, trailer
with brakes _______________________ 60 mph (100 km/h)
When towing a trailer, increase the pressure
of the rear tires by 0.2 bar (3 psi).
The above speed and weight restrictions are those specified by
Saab Automobile AB.
Note that national restrictions may apply to trailer speeds and
weights (see page 157).
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240 Technical dataFuel
EnginesElectrical system
Drive belt

Fuel tank capacity ___________________ 16.3 U.S. gal. (62 l)
For optimum performance
Saab recommends:
2.0t (175 hp) ______________________ Unleaded 90 AON
2.0 Turbo (210 hp) _________________ Unleaded 93 AON2.0t EcopowerRating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 175 hp (129 kW)
Maximum torque, EEC at 2500 rpm ____ 195 ft.lb. (265 Nm)
Compression ratio__________________ 9.5:12.0 Turbo EcopowerRating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 210 hp (147 kW)
Maximum torque, EEC at 2500 rpm ____ 221 ft.lb. (300 Nm)
Compression ratio__________________ 9.5:1Voltage ___________________________ 12 V
Battery capacity ____________________ 60 or 70 Ah
Starter motor_______________________ 1.8 kW
Alternator rating: ____________________ 140 A/14 V
Firing order ________________________ 1-3-4-2
Spark plugs________________________ NGK PFR6T-10G
Electrode gap ______________________ 0.9–1.0 mm
Outside length______________________ 40.472'' (1028 mm)
Drive belt
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