SAAB 9-3 2000 Owners Manual

221 Technical data
Weight ready for driving (i.e. with full fuel
tank, washer- fluid reservoir, standard
tools and spare wheel)
Coupé ___________________________ 2990-3170 lbs.
(1355-1440 kg)
Viggen, Coupé ____________________ 3090-3160 lbs.
(1405-1435 kg)
5-door ___________________________ 3030-3220 lbs.
(1375-1460 kg)
Viggen, 5-door ____________________ 3140-3210 lbs.
(1425-1455 kg)
Convertible _______________________ 3130-3260 lbs.
(1420-1480 kg)
Viggen, Convertible ________________ 3220-3230 lbs.
(1460-1465 kg)Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
Coupé ___________________________ 3930-4060 lbs.
(1785-1840 kg)
Viggen, Coupé ____________________ 4060 lbs. (1840 kg)
5-door __________________________ 3980-4100 lbs.
(1805-1860 kg)
Viggen, 5-door ____________________ 4100 lbs. (1860 kg)
Convertible ______________________ 3920-3990 lbs.
(1780-1810 kg)
Viggen, Convertible ________________ 3970 lbs. (1800 kg)
Maximum axle load
front ____________________________ 2300 lbs. (1045 kg)
rear ____________________________ 1930 lbs. (875 kg)
Weight distribution:
Curb weight, front/rear ______________ approx. 62/38 %
GVW, front/rear ___________________ approx. 58/42%
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222 Technical data Maximum permitted load in trunk
Coupé and 5-door at curb weight plus
4 passengers à 155 lbs. (70 kg) _______ 130 lbs.(60 kg)
For each passenger less in the rear seat the load may be
increased by 100 lbs. (45 kg)
Convertible at curb weight and
3 passengers à 155 lbs. (70 kg) _______ 120 lbs. (55 kg)
Coupé and 5-door at curb weight and
rear seat right down ________________ 475 lbs. (215 kg)
WARNING
 The GVW and maximum axle loads must not be exceeded.
Note that if some accessories (e.g. towbar, CD changer) are
fitted, the available load capacity is reduced by the weight of
these items.
 When goods are being transported their security is important,
especially if the car is being used with the rear seat down.
Max. permitted roof load ____________ 220 lbs. (100 kg)
Trailer weights:
Trailer with brakes _________________ Max. 2000 lbs.
(900 kg)
Trailer without brakes _______________ Max. 1000 lbs.
(450 kg)
Recommended towbar-ball load ______ 110-165 lbs.
(50-75 kg)
Maximum towing speed, trailer with
brakes __________________________ 62 mph (100 km/h)
The above max. weights and speed limit are those which Saab
Automobile AB permits. Note that the national rules may set lim-
its to permitted weights and speed; see also page 156.
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223 Technical data
Engine Engine oilType _____________________________ 4 cyl, 2 overhead
camshafts,
16 valves and 2 bal-
ancer 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 dm
3)
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)
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 corre-
sponding classes for diesel engines. The class designations for
diesel engines begin with the letter “C“ (Commercial). For ex-
ample a grade combination suitable for both types of engine
could be API SH/CD or SJ/CF.
Under ACEA nomenclature, oils are divided into Class A for
gasoline engines and Class B for diesel-engined passenger
cars. There is a further class for heavy diesel engines. Each
class is divided into three grades: 1, 2 and 3, where grades 2
and 3 normally encompass semi and fully-synthetic oils.
In the same way as in the API system, gasoline and diesel
engine specifications are combined for products that can be
used in both types of engine. For example, a grade designation
could be ACEA A2/B2 or ACEA A3/B3.
To afford Saab engines the best protection, with regard to lubri-
cation, the ability to dissolve residues and the neutralization of
combustion products, we recommend the following oil grades:
 API SH/CD/CF or SJ/CD/CF.
 ACEA A2/B2 or A3/B3.
These oils contain the additives required for the engine to
function well. We advise against the use of further addi-
tives.
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224 Technical data
Fuel
Viscosity: The viscosity of oil is classified according to the SAE standard.
Nowadays, multigrade oils are always used in cars. The proper-
ties of these oils facilitate starting the car in cold weather but
mean that the oil is also viscous enough to coat all moving parts
under high pressures and with high outside air temperatures.
Multigrade oils are graded with two viscosities, e.g. 10W-30,
where the 10W meets certain viscosity requirements at -4°F
(-20°C), while the 30 fulfills requirements at a temperature of
212°F (100°C).
Basic recommendations for Saab engines:
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40.
SAE 5W-30 can also be recommended but in which case the oil
must be semi of fully-synthetic and fulfil ACEA grade require-
ments A3/B3.
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 re-
quirements A3/B3.
This viscosity makes starting in cold weather easier.
Oil capacity inc. filter (on changing) _____ 4.0 lFuel-tank capacity __________________ 17 U.S. gal. (64 l)
For optimum performance, we recommend
the following:
2.0 Turbo 185 bhp _________________ 90 AON, unleaded
gasoline,
minimum 87 AON
2.0 Turbo 205 bhp and Viggen ________ 93 AON, unleaded
gasoline,
minimum 87 AON
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225 Technical data
Engine variants Electrical system
Drive belts

2.0 Turbo 185 hp, manual transmissionRating, EEC at 5500 rpm ____________ 185 hp (136 kW)
Max. torque (man.), EEC at 2100 rpm __ 194.0 ft.lb (263 Nm)
Compression ratio _________________ 9.2:1 2.0 Turbo 185 hp, automatic transmissionRating, EEC at 5750 rpm ____________ 185 hp (136 kW)
Max. torque EEC at 1900 rpm ________ 184.4 ft.lb. (250 Nm)
Compression ratio _________________ 9.2:1 2.0 Turbo 205 hp, manual transmissionRating, EEC, at 5500 rpm____________ 205 hp (151 kW)
Max. torque EEC at 2200 rpm ________ 209 ft.lb (283 Nm)
Compression ratio _________________ 9.2:12.0 Turbo 205 hp, automatic transmissionRating, EEC, at 5750 rpm____________ 205 hp (151 kW)
Max. torque EEC at 1900 rpm ________ 184.4 ft.lb (250 Nm)
Compression ratio _________________ 9.2:12.3 Turbo 230 hp, manual transmissionRating, EEC, at 5500 rpm ____________ 230 hp (169 kW)
Max. torque EEC at 2500 rpm ________ 258.1 ft.lb (350 Nm)
Compression ratio _________________ 9.3:1Voltage ___________________________ 12 V
Battery capacity ____________________ 60 Ah
Starter motor ______________________ 1.4 kW
Alternator rating ____________________ 130 A/14 V
Firing order ________________________ 1-3-4-2
Spark plugs:
2.0 Turbo 185 bhp _________________ NGK PFR 7H-10
2.0 Turbo 205 bhp _________________ NGK PFR 7H-10
Viggen __________________________ NGK PFR 7H-10
Electrode gap ______________________ 1.0 mm
Outside length
2.0 Turbo and Viggen ________________ 2345 mm Drive belt
IB929
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226 Technical dataManual transmission
Automatic transmissionSuspension
SteeringType _____________________________ 5-speed, fully
synchronized with
final-drive gear and
differential
Oil type (for topping-up) ______________ Saab synthetic man-
ual gearbox oil
Oil capacity ________________________ 1.8 qts. (1.8 l)
Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in 5th gear 26/42
Type _____________________________ Electronically con-
trolled 4-speed with
torque converter
and differential
Gear selector positions ______________ P R N D 3 2 1
Oil quantity, total ____________________ 7.4 qts. (7.2 litres)
Oil volume (on changing) _____________ 3.4 qts. (3.25 litres)
Oil type ___________________________ Texaco Texamatic
Dexron III, mineral
oil based
Clutch type ________________________ Hydraulically-oper-
ated plate clutches,
brake bands and
one-way clutches
Speed (mph/km/h) at 1000 rpm in 4th gear 25/40Spring type, front and rear ____________ Coil springs
Maximum deflection of springs:
front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 6.4" (163 mm)
front, Viggen ______________________ 6.5” (165 mm)
rear, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 8.3" (212 mm)
rear, Viggen ______________________ 7.9” (200 mm)
Dampers, front and rear ______________ Gas-filled tele-
scopic shock
absorbers
Steering __________________________ Power-assisted
steering gear of
rack-and-pinion
type with tele-
scopic, universal
joint steering- col-
umn shaft
Number of turns, lock to lock __________ 3.0
Oil type ___________________________ Power Steering
Fluid CHF 11S
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227 Technical data
Brake system Rims and tires Footbrake (ABS) ___________________ Hydraulic disc
brakes with vacuum
servo, diagonally
split circuits
Parking brake ______________________ Acts on rear wheels
Brake fluid ________________________ DOT 4
Do not use DOT 5
Disc diameter:
front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 11.4" (288 mm)
front, Viggen ______________________ 12.0” (306 mm)
rear ____________________________ 11.3" (286 mm)
Total friction area of brake pads:
front, Coupé/5-door/Convertible _______ 34.4 in² (224 cm²)
front, Viggen ______________________ 35.9 in² (234 cm²)
rear ____________________________ 14.2 in² (92 cm²)Rim size:
Coupé/5-door/Convertible ___________ 6.5 x 15 or 6.5 x 16
Viggen __________________________ 7.5 x 17
Viggen must use 6.5 x 16 or 7 x 17
Tire sizes (summer tires):
6.5 x 15 (not Viggen) _______________ 195/60 R15
6.5 x 16__________________________ 205/50 R16
7.5 x 17 Viggen only ________________ 215/45 R17
Tire sizes (winter tires):
6 x 15 (not Viggen) _________________ 185/65 R15 M+S
195/60 R15 M+S
6.5 x 16 _________________________ 205/50 R16 M+S
Recommended rims for snow chains:
Coupé/5-door/Convertible ___________ 6 x 15
Viggen __________________________ 6.5 x 16
Spare wheel:
Tire:
Coupé/5-door/Convertible ___________ T115/70 R15
Viggen __________________________ T115/70 R16
Rim:
Coupé/5-door/Convertible ___________ 4.0 x 15
Viggen __________________________ 4.0 x 16
Maximum life _____________________ 2000 miles
(3500 km)
Maximum speed __________________ 50 mph (80 km/h)
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228 Technical data NOTESnow chains
Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels and must be
used on the following tire/wheel combinations.
Wheel Tire
6 x 15 _________ 185/65 R15 M+S (not Viggen),
195/60 R15 (not Viggen) or
195/60 R15 M+S (not Viggen)
6.5 x 15________ 195/60 R15 (not Viggen)
6.5 x 16________ 205/50 R16 or 205/50 R16 M+S
Max. speed is 30 mph (50 km/h).
Consult your authorized Saab dealer of approved snow chains.NOTECoupé/5-door/Convertible: Bigger rims than 16” must not be
used. The offset of the rims must not exceed 49 mm.
Viggen: Bigger rims than 17” must not be used.
The offset of the rims must not exceed 42 mm.
Front-wheel angles:
Toe-in, measured on the wheel rim ____ 1.5±0.5 mm
Viggen __________________________ 1.3±0.3 mm
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229 Technical data
Plates and labelsIn contacts with your Saab dealer it may
sometimes be necessary to quote the car’s
chassis, engine and gearbox numbers.
1 Modification identity plate (in the spare
wheel compartment). On certain model
variants, the plate is located on the
right-hand door pillar.
2 V.I.N. number inside windshield.
3 Certification label.
4 Gearbox number.
5 Engine number.
6 Label for tire pressures and color codes
(trim and body).
7 Chassis number.
8 Chassis number (stamped on body).
9 Vehicle Emission Control Information.
10 Spark ignition system information
(Canada only)
4728473IB1368
CANADA US
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230 Technical data1 - Region
____________
Y = Northern Europe
2 - Country _______S = Sweden
3 - Manufacturer ___3 = Saab Automobile AB
4 - Product line ____D = 9-3
5 - Model series ___D = 9-3 S with driver’s and
passenger’s airbag
F = 9-3 SE with driver’s and
passenger’s airbag
P = 9-3 Viggen with driver’s and
passenger’s airbag6 - Body version ___3 = Coupé (3-door)
5 = 5-door
7 = Convertible
7 - Gearbox _______5 = Manual 5-speed
8 = Automatic 4-speed
8 - Engine variant __G = 2.3 Turbo Viggen
H = 2.0 Turbo (185 bhp)
K = 2.0 Turbo (205 bhp)
9 - Check digit ____0-9 or X
10 - Model year _____Y = 2000
11 - Factory ________2 = Trollhättan
7 = Nystad
12 - Serial number __000001-999999 position: 1234567891011 12
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VIN:YS3DF 5 8K7 Y 2005543
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123456= identification codes for certain chassis details
IB541
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