2001 Saab 9-3 Owner's Manual - Page 247

Technical data Engine Type _____ 4 cyl, 2 overhead camshafts, 16 valves and 2 balancer shafts Cylinder bores _____ 3.54" (90 mm) Stroke: 2.0 Turbo_____ 3.071" (78 mm) Viggen _____ 3.543" (90 mm) Swept volume: 2.0 Turbo_____ 121 cu.in. (1,985 dm3) Viggen _____ 140 cu.in. (2.290 dm3) Idling speed _____ 900 rpm Antifreeze _____ Saab-approved antifreeze Coolant volume, cooling system _____ 8.7 qts. (8.5 l) 247 Engine oil Oil grade: We recommend the use of oils that are available from your Saab dealer, for the regular oil changes. These oils fulfill the most stringent requirements set by API and ACEA classifications. Oil for gasoline engines is classified by the API standards (American Petroleum Institute) into the grade classes SH (since 1993) and SJ (since 1996). The SJ class fulfils more stringent requirements and has a lower phosphorous level. These grade classes are most often combined with the corresponding classes for diesel engines. The class designations for diesel engines begin with the letter "C" (Commercial). For example a grade combination suitable for both types of engine could be API SH/CD or SJ/CF. Basic recommendations for Saab engines: • SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40. The oil should be semi or fully synthetic and fulfil the grade requirements for ACEA A3/B3 or API SJ. Oils which are less viscous, such as 0W/-40/50 are becoming more common and may be used. However, the oil must be fully-synthetic, of a well known brand, and fulfil ACEA grade requirements A3/B3. This viscosity makes starting in cold weather easier. Oil capacity inc. filter (on changing) _____ 4.0 l