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New API Certification Mark (Starburst Mark)In choosing an oil, you want the proper quality and vis-
cosity, as well as one that will add to fuel economy.
The following table lists the recommended viscosities
and applicable temperatures.
When adding oil, different brands may be used togeth-
er as long as they are the same API classification and
SAE viscosity as those recommended by Saab.
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature
*: 5W-30 is preferred.Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy.
Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy.
However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is re-
quired to properly lubricate the engine.Use only engine oil with the recommendedgrade and viscosity.
AMERICANPETROLEUMINSTITUTE
CERTIFIED
HSB023AA
5W-30*
10W-30, 10W-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
-20
06020 80 10040
UGB084BA
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"Recommended grade and viscosity
under severe driving conditionsIf the vehicle is used in desert areas, in areas with very
high temperatures, or used for heavy-duty applica-
tions such as towing a trailer, use of oil with the follow-
ing grade and viscosities is recommended.API classification SL (or SJ):
SAE viscosity no.: 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50
"Synthetic oilYou can use synthetic engine oil that meets the same
requirements given for conventional engine oil. When
using synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same clas-
sification, viscosity and grade shown in this owner’s
manual, and must follow the oil and filter changing in-
tervals shown in the maintenance schedule.
Cooling systemNever attempt to remove the radiator cap until
the engine has been shut off and has cooled
down completely. Since the coolant is under
pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a
spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is re-moved.!The cooling system has been filled at the fac-
tory with a high quality, corrosion-inhibiting,
year-around coolant which provides protection
against freezing down to –33°F (–36°C). For
adding, use genuine Saab coolant or an equiv-
alent: a mixture of 50% soft water and 50% eth-
ylene-glycol basis coolant. Use of improper
coolants may result in corrosion in the cooling
system. It is important to maintain protection
against freezing and corrosion, even if freezing
temperatures are not expected. Never mix dif-
ferent kinds of coolant.
!Do not splash the engine coolant over paint-
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NOTE (Turbo model only)The cap (without tabs) on top of the radiator does
not need to be removed. To add coolant, remove
the cap (with tabs) on the coolant tank on top of
the engine.Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until
the engine has been shut off and has cooled
down completely. Since the coolant is under
pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a
spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is re-moved.
4. Install the under cover.
Non-turbo models
1) Filler neck
2) Fill up to this level
1
2
UGB122BB
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Manual transmission oil"Checking the oil levelNon-turbo model
1) Yellow handleTurbo model
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the en-
gine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it
again.
1
UG9032EB
UGB095BA
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1) Upper level
2) Lower level3. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on
it. If it is below the lower level, add oil through the dip-
stick hole to bring the level up to the upper level."Recommended grade and viscosityEach oil manufacturer has its own base oils and addi-
tives. Never use different brands together.Oil grade:
API classification GL-5SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature
L
F
F L
1
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2
USB526BB
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
-20 0 6020
80W
75W/9080 100 40
85W90
HSB036BA
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el on the “COLD” range. If it is below that range, add
fluid up to the upper level. Be careful not to overfill."Recommended fluid“Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
Front differential gear oil (AT vehi-cles)"Checking the oil level1) Yellow handle1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the en-
gine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it
again.
UG9032GB
1
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1) Upper level
2) Lower level3. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on
it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level
up to the upper level."Recommended grade and viscosityEach oil manufacturer has its own base oils and addi-
tives. Never use different brands together.Oil grade:
API classification GL-5SAE viscosity no. and applicable temperature
L
F
1
2
HSB040BB
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
-20 0 6020
80W
75W/9080 100 40
85W90
HSB036BA
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Rear differential gear oil"Checking the gear oil levelYour vehicle may be equipped with a rear differential
protector. The differential protector provides protec-
tion to the rear differential assembly during off-road
use. Removal of the rear differential protector is not re-
quired when checking the oil level.1) Filler plug
2) Drain plug1) Filler hole
2) Drain hole
3) Oil level
Remove the plug from the filler hole and check the oil
level. The oil level should be kept even with the bottom
of the filler hole. If the oil level is below the bottom
edge of the hole, add oil through the filler hole to raise
the level.If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there
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HSB042BB
3
1
2
HSB043BB
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