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Engine oil and filter replacement

Model: Saab 9 5 Ys3e, MK 1 - Years 1997-2010
Part: Engine oil

Lift the machine with the appropriate jacks and secure it with suitable supports so that it cannot fall. Place a plastic sheet and the oil pan under the engine. Unscrew the oil cap on the engine sump and drain it. Close the oil cap, refit the oil filter and top up with new oil. Using a special jointed wrench, gently unscrew the oil filter and extract it from its seat. Replace the used cartridge with a new one. Do not disperse the used oil in the environment but take it to the appropriate collection centers.


Posted on 18 July 2023 by ScegliAuto



Engine oil and oil filter replacement
Saab 9 5 (1997-2010 / Ys3e, MK 1) Raise the car on a lift or on suitable car stands. Place a pan of suitable capacity (about 5 liters) under the oil pan and unscrew the drain plug loc
Engine air filter replacement
Saab 9 5 (1997-2010 / Ys3e, MK 1) The engine air filter container is located in the front right part of the car, immediately behind the pararti: therefore, to remove the old filter it
Disassembly and replacement of the petrol filter
Saab 9 5 (1997-2010 / Ys3e, MK 1) The fuel filter is a component that must be replaced regularly. To proceed with this operation it is necessary to wear protective goggles and rubber

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