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Coolant: Service and Repair






NOTE: Step numbers below refer to numbers used in the illustrations.

1. Open the drain plug and drain out the coolant.
- Remove the lid of the expansion tank to speed up the draining.
2. Tighten the drain plug by hand.
3. Mix Saab Original Coolant, or equivalent, and water 50:50 in a receptacle.
4. Pour the coolant into the expansion tank.
5. Install the pressure lid and run the engine warm.
- Check the systems for leaks and top up if necessary.