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Re: Saab vs aftermarket engine fluids Posted by REM in Seattle [Email] (#4) [Profile/Gallery] (more from REM in Seattle) on Wed, 20 Jun 2001 09:46:00 In Reply to: Saab vs aftermarket engine fluids, John Davies, Tue, 19 Jun 2001 20:00:01 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
>Power steering fluid is "CHF11S" - what the heck is this?
In 1997 or 1998, SAAB changed to "Pentosin CHF-11S" power steering fluid. Pentosin CHF-11S is a synthetic fluid with better cold and hot temperature characteristics. It is also used by Audi, BMW, and Mercedes. You can get Pentosin CHF-11S from the SAAB dealer (or Audi or BMW) or from some import car specialty stores. The Pentosin CHF-11S does not appear to be compatible with most other Power Steering fluids.
>Coolant is "Saab approved only" - is any qualty ethylene glycol coolant for aluminum engines ok? (I hope Saab doesn't use an exotic blend as my Audi does.)
Nothing special about SAAB coolant as far as I know. Any quality ethylene glycol coolant should be fine.
>Windshield washer fluid is "Saab fluid only" - why?
I have used 20/10 All-Season washer fluid for several years in my 1998 900SET with no problems at all. Don't see any reason to stay with SAAB washer fluid. Most washer fluids are simply a 20-40% methyl alcohol and 80-60% water mix, with maybe a shot of soap.
_______________________________________ 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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