2000 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 173

Car care NOTE Change of engine oil and oil filter may be required more frequently (5000-mile intervals (8,000 km)) if any one of the following conditions apply to the car: • Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. • Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent stop-and-go driving). • Most trips are through dusty areas. • You frequenty tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. • If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commerical applications. 173 WARNING • Prolonged and repeated exposure of the skin to engine oil can cause serious skin disorders. • Avoid prolonged skin contact whenever possible. Wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water after any contact. • Keep oil out of reach of children. • Do not touch the turbocharger or manifold. These get very hot when the engine has been running. • Do not spill oil on hot parts of the engine as this could cause a fire. • Protect the environment. Do not dispose of oil in the ground or down a drain. Dispose of all used oil and oil filters at an appropriate disposal facility. MAX +80° +80° MIN IB495 Oil dipstick, automatic transmission Transmission fluid Manual transmission Check and top up the fluid in accordance with the service program. If original fluid cannot be obtained for topping up, Dexron III (synthetic fluid) automatic transmission fluid can be used. If so, the car should be taken to an authorized Saab dealer as soon as possible to have the reason for low fluid level corrected and original fluid installed. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level as follows: 1 Park the car on level ground and apply the parking brake. The automatic transmission fluid must be at normal running temperature, approximately 175°F