2023 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet Second generation facelift (second round) Cooling Fluid Capacity
For 2023 9-3 Cabriolet Second generation facelift (second round) Saab recommends to use: and genuine OEM cooling fluid with a part number: 1940650. To select the right cooling fluid see the table below.
How much cooling fluid you need to put into 2023 9-3 Cabriolet depends on conditions listed below.
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| Condition | Volume |
|---|
| 1.9 TTiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2007.12–) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 1.9 TTiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 158 HP engine (2007.12–) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 1.9 TTiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 177 HP engine (2007.12–) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 1.9 TTiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 177 HP engine (2007.12–) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 1.9 TiD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2006.1–) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 2.8 Turbo V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 247 HP engine (2006.2–) | 10.14 US qt. |
| 2.8 Turbo V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 252 HP engine (2007.12–) | 10.14 US qt. |
| 2.8 Turbo V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 272 HP engine (2009.2–) | 10.14 US qt. |
| 2.8 Turbo V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 276 HP engine (2009.2–) | 10.14 US qt. |
| All other modifications | 7.93 US qt. |
Changing cooling fluid it's a bit tricky process but it can be done by yourself. The whole process will take 1–2 hours because you need to cool down the engine, and it will save you up to $150.
To replace coolant in 2023 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet first you need to flush old fluid. Start with a cool engine. Drain the overflow reservoir first, then open the radiator cap, and open the radiator drain cock. After that check for cooling fluid drain plugs on the engine block. If your car have those unscrew them and drain coolant from the engine block. If you want to clean the system pour coolant cleaner and start the engine. Read the coolant cleaner manual and follow the product directions. Then flush coolant cleaner as you've flushed coolant before. The final step is to pour new coolant.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2023 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Saab warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Saab 9-3 Cabriolet service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2023 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.