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Two different PS fluids were used in the NG900... Posted by REM in Seattle [Email] (#4) [Profile/Gallery] (more from REM in Seattle) on Mon, 25 Sep 2006 21:03:08 In Reply to: Mystery "ZF" cup, Mr. B., Mon, 25 Sep 2006 05:08:34 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
From 1994 to 1996 Saab factory recommended power steering fluid was GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1050017 or equivalent conforming to GM spec. 9985010). PS fluid meeting the GM standard is available under several brand names at most auto parts stores for a under $5 for a quart. It is inexpensive and works well for 3-5 years and then may need to be changed. ATF is often substituted for the GM power steering fluid and seems to work fine in most applications.
From 1997-on Saab used Pentosin CHF-11S, is a synthetic hydraulic fluid with superior temperature handling ability (-40F to 266F) and anti-foam properties compared to the standard GM power steering fluid. Pentosin CHF-11S is also used by several other European car makers including Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and Porsche. Pentosin CHF-11S is very stable and should not need to be replaced for the life of the power steering pump. The downside is that Pentosin CHF-11S is quite expensive at $25 per liter. According to Pentosin, CHF-11S is not compatible with any other hydraulic fluid.
REM in Seattle
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible; Steel Gray metallic; 5-speed; 11,000 miles
1998 Saab 900SET; Silver metallic; 5-door; Automatic; 87,000 miles
1984 Saab 900T; Cherry Red; 3-door; 5-speed; 242,000 miles (RIP)
_______________________________________ REM in Seattle Current: 2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design, Rebel Blue, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 2024 MINI Cooper S Convertible, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 6-speed manual Former: 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible, Steel Gray metallic, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed 1998 Saab 900SET 5-door, Silver, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider convertible, Alfa Red, 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-speed 1984 Saab 900T 3-door, Red, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed
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