Saab 9-5 2011 Owner's Manual page 242

The SAE viscosity grade gives infor‐
mation of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two fig‐
ures. The first figure, followed by a W,
indicates the low temperature viscos‐
ity and the second figure the high tem‐
perature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade
depending on the minimum ambient
temperature. All of the recommended
viscosity grades are suitable for high
ambient temperatures.
■ down to -13° F:
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
■ below -13° F:
SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant
(LLC) antifreeze.
The system is factory filled with cool‐
ant designed for excellent corrosion
protection and frost protection down
to approx. - 18° F. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant addi‐
tives that intend to give additional cor‐
rosion protection or seal against mi‐
nor leaks can cause function prob‐
lems. Liability for consequences re‐
sulting from the use of additional cool‐
ant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid
Only use high-performance brake
fluid DOT 4 approved for the vehicle,
consult your workshop.
Over time, brake fluid absorbs mois‐
ture which will reduce braking effec‐
tiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified
interval.
Brake fluid should be stored in
a sealed container to avoid water ab‐
sorption.
Ensure brake fluid does not become
contaminated.
Power steering fluid
Use only Dextron VI, consult your
workshop.
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