2004 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 270

270 Engine Type: Technical data Engine oil Four cylinders, double overhead camshafts, 16 valves, two balancer shafts, dual-mass flywheel 3.386'' (86 mm) 3.386'' (86 mm) 122 cu.in. (1.998 l) 720 rpm. When the engine load increases, e.g. the steering wheel is turned, the idling speed is raised to 900 rpm. Saab-approved antifreeze 7.5 qts. (7.1 l) To meet demands in Saab's extended service intervals all engines are filled with specially designed synthetic factory fill oils. Long service intervals, fuel economy and environmental issues are the base for our choice of oil. By using oils approved by Saab you minimise the tendencies for oil sludge build, by that protecting the engine from harmful, wear increasing, deposits. Approved oils: All gasoline engines - Fully Synthetic Engine Oil fulfilling GMLL-A-025 requirements. To ensure being able to take advantage of the Saab specified service intervals, be sure to select a fully synthetic engine oil fulfilling GM-LL-A-025 requirements. Servicing/Oil changes: To be able to use recommended service intervals the need to use only approved engine oils is vital. Use only engine oils approved for your engine. Service should be done according to the recommended service intervals to optimize your engine's function through out its entire life. Saab Automobile AB will not take responsibility for any damage that might occur due to neglecting to meet above mentioned requirements. At your Saab dealers you can find Saab Genuine or Mobil engine oils. Among those there are oils specially designed to meet your engines specific needs. We recommend that you, with the help of our skilled service personnel, choose your oil from that selection. Other oil companies also have engine oils approved according to the table above. Oils meeting these standards may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet your engines requirements. You should only use oil that meets your engines specific requirements Cylinder bore_____ Stroke _____ Swept volume _____ Idling speed_____ Antifreeze _____ Coolant capacity _____