2008 Saab 9-3 - Maintenance & Specs
The 2008 Saab 9-3 belongs to a Saab 9-3 lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 7 model years, from 2000 to 2010. Engine options on record include the 2.8L, 2.0L, 2.0L I4 / 2.8L V6. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (s6). The 2008 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2000) and later (2010) 9-3 model years also documented.
It takes 5W-30 full synthetic oil, 4.5 qt with a new filter meeting API SP. Fluid specs on file include OAT Coolant coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around air bags (68), engine (48), suspension (10). A representative report reads: "Hello, I know the Takata airbag has to be replaced on my car. However now I do live abroad, in Gothenburg Sweden in Europe. How do I get the replacement done?..." There are 3 safety recalls on record; one covers: ...LC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 15 city / 24 highway MPG, 18 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $3,200.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| EPA combined | 18 MPG |
| Coolant | OAT Coolant |
| Open recalls on record | 3 |
| Technical service bulletins | 15 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.