Hi, thanks for this video ! it was very useful for my Saab 9.3 1.9 TID of 2006 with 211000 kms. I used Castrol syntrans transaxle 75w-90 oil with 4% Mecarun P18 treatment. Best regards , Patrice from Savoie / France.
T'as un F40 aussi sur une 2006 ? Ou une m32 ? T'as mis combien d'huile ? Les gens disent tous des volumes différent, un vendeur de boite F40 indisue 2L sur wikipefia c'est indiqué 2,8L, j'ai vu aussi 2,2L et 3L, vraiment c'est n'importe quoi.
Bonjour, désolé de ne répondre que maintenant ! Je ne saurai dire s'il s'agit d'une boite de vitesses F40 ou une M32, mais j'ai mis 3 litres de CASTROL SYNTRANS TRANSAXLE 1557BD 75W-90, tel que recommandé dans le manuel SAAB. Comme vous, j'avais à peine 2 litres après avoir vidangé complétement. Aucun souci depuis et surtout, beaucoup moins d'échauffement au niveau du levier de passage des vitesses et moins de dureté également. J'ai également fait un nettoyage puis graissage de toute la tringlerie du levier jusqu'à la boite. @@drefhill
Thanks for all the videos, they've been of great help especially for double-checking all the quirks in removing trim and other things, and it's funny how you just happen to have the same model, year and color as mine. WIS states that both mine (F17, Z18XE) and your gearbox should have OEM-number 12799117, and the oils that I've found with that number are GL-5 (API GL5). Still, you advise not using GL-5? Edit: Ah, found older comments asking the same question - yes, the one I found (Febi Bilstein 32590) was both GL-4 and GL-5, so then it's all good I take it.
Great info as ever Cyd... Here's a question... I replaced a front axle on my 9-3. Fluid came out... what fluid would that be and how would I go about topping it up? Thanks in advance. Garth
Right next to the axle where you install it is a small round plug with a Allen key hole. It's the same plug as the drain plug. Need non synthetic mineral based fluid. I seen people using 3309 ATF mobile 1 Good luck. When you look at the drain plug from underneath. Follow it straight up from looking from the driver side with tire off look at the plug with the Allen key hole to the right of the axle where the fluid came out.
I have a 2008 9-3 aero B207R engine with 71,500 miles and it has the automatic gearbox, what gear oil would you recommend for that gearbox? Great videos by the way, very easy and informative 👍
Lovely job, thanks for the reply and recommendation, I'll make sure I get some. Is it still the same quantity of 2.4 ltrs for the 5-speed automatic box? Also does the drain plug/bolt need to be replaced or can it be re-used? As I'm having trouble finding one if it needs to be replaced. Is it 10nm for the drain plug and 25nm for the filler cap. Again many thanks again for all your great videos and merry Christmas 👍🎄
I’m having a problem with my 2000 Saab 9-5 manual transmission reverse is giving me a lot of problem car runs perfect but when is time to put in reverse it just don’t want to go some time i have to switch off the engine and it may go in reverse with no problem taking out the key takes me 15-20 minutes i was told to change the shift linkage I spend $800 for a new shifter linkage still didn’t work what could be causing that problem
Lost 6th gear. Tried four garages and can't even get someone to look at it. Prob needed to refill this gearbox fluid I've never even heard of before! Oh well...car is getting sold less than a year after I bought it because mechanics are useless and won't even touch a saab
Thanks for the video, going to be doing a clutch soon so this is useful! I've hear you can use Ford Focus 6-spead gear oil, it works better than the GM according to a few people I have talked to!
@@CycloneCyd I am just about to do my gearbox oil change again after 30k. On my vectra z19dth. F40. I am taking your advice on the mannol oil. Anything to improve that cold 1st to 2nd gear change.
I just bought a 2010 9-3X. I think it always got oem gearbox oil.. Now, do i really need to flush the transmission before i put in Castrol? Gearbox has developed a mild scraping sound at low speeds and i hope it is due to bad oil or perhaps a leak from the drain-plug causing low oil level..
Hello. You mentioned to not use GL5 oil. Why is that? Im stranded here, car on the jack and the 8mm HEX ready. And the oil is specified both GL4 and GL5 75W90. What to do?
Car is currently up on the ramp at my friendly local garage, oil draining. I just checked SaabWIS and it says fluid capacity total 2.4, fluid capacity refill 2.2L, presumably because 200ml remains in even after draining... I might ask them to split the difference and put in 2.3L, given they'll also be adding about 120ml of Molyslip 2001G.
Don’t know if your gonna see this but you’ve helped me ever time I’m doing something on my Saab I just got one recently and every time I have a problem I always look up and you come up with the right answers
Thanks for this video and so many others. ive done quite a few of jobs on my 9-3 using your channel. How much moly slip did you add to the Castrol ? and did you end up liking the Mannol?
Oh yes. the Mannol is still in, liking it very much. Based on the instructions about half a dose of molyslip. Used it in the C1 too. Also an improvement
You supposed to take the phone I need the car all the way the camera I needed the car and shows wet piece you supposed to open how do I look like touch it fill it and spot where we’re supposed to be at and how to find it, you are cheating you’re not showing the real part of the video
There's no need to change the oil in this box. The F40 is bulletproof. Seen many Saab, Alfa Romeo and Insignia diesels over 300.000 miles with the factory oil shifting as new.
Usually, yes, because if they don't they end up with an unholy mess when oil comes pouring out from the drive shaft holes when the box is dropped. It's more a question of what they put back in - your old oil (bodgery), any old cheap gear oil (probably) or the 'good stuff' (unlikely IMO).
What's a half dose of Molly slip?? Thanks in advance. Getting the Saab MTF for like $20 a liter because I can't find the Castrol or the one you're using now in USA. Heard of some people putting motorkote hyper lubricant 2oz into the gearbox. Not sure if that's the same as Molly slip.
I'm my Insignia F40 i've pulled 1,85L other people pulled out 1,9L as well and a guy asked Opel and they told him 1,9L so i'll put the full 2L i've got and i should be fine. I've seen a video of a guy who put 3,5L 😂
Yeah, take the battery tray out for the room and hammer it into the hex recess. I've put links to replacement plugs in the description - they are affiliate and I earn 2-4%, so a great way to support the channel at zero cost to yourself.
Hi great content as usual 👌 did you use any moly slip this time when you changed the oil and how are you the mannol oil compared to the castrol only asking because I’ve got to do my box soon and there’s a big difference in price and availability. Cheers
The mannol is good. Shifting has remained consistently good. Now I've had a chance to drive it more, I'd say there isn't a big difference between the Mannol and the Castrol. Both are good. And yes I put some additive in - I added Molyslip to the Castrol and one tube of this amzn.to/3LJA2MR to the Mannol. The Liqui Moly seems to be doing the same job with less product.
@@CycloneCyd noticed you added 1 tube of 20g to your 2.4 liters of transmission fluid, the tube I ordered is 50g which says it will treat 2.5l of fluid, any thoughts as to whether it would be safe to use whole thing? Some reviews said not to use it in synced gear boxes which is why I’m wary.
@@nathanielramirez8997 yes, I only put a half dose in. I have previously used a full dose and it did make a slight improvement. I think the main benefit is mostly gained from putting in new oil. But, yeah, use the full dose if you feel the need.
can anyone tell me how much oil i would need for the 5speed gearbox?.. couldnt find any infos online :/ i read somewhere its 1.9liters in the 5speed but i dont know :D maybe someone can tell me :) thx for any help!
Sorry to ask I'm really new to this car and I got confused with my model . I have a 2006 Saab 9-3 aero 6v automatic and I get a gear box malfunction code but I don't understand if it means transmission or a gear box for automatic? And if this works in the same way cuz I am really not sure lol
i got a saab 9-3 2008 1.9TD last week and i was wonder so how is your experience with Mannol 75w-80 in the gearbox ? Any good since mannol is cheaper oil or u recomment still going for the castrol Syntrans?
Hey i have a Saab 9-3 2003 1.8t 5speed Manual how much oil should i use i noticed that the car is not shifting smooth but i dont notice a bad clutch i tested it. I want to try this can you help me out?
I love these videos, super helpful and informative!! I am wondering if anyone knows if there are GM compatible clutch kits that will work in a 2009 Saab 93 2.0T 6speed? I’m having a heck of a time trying to find quality parts without spending 800$ + dollars. Any help would be greatly appreciated!! I read somewhere that a 2011 Buick regal has the same clutch, but the part numbers are different, does anyone have any experience with this? Thank you!🎉
I've just replaced my clutch. I removed an LUK and replaced it with an LUK. About the best. Change the flywheel too - again I went LUK. Also change the slave cylinder - I went Sachs on that. Was about £430 for parts and £320 at a Saab specialist for labour. aftermarket.schaeffler.com/en/luk-repset
@@CycloneCyd hello , i ve just do the same thing on my 2.0T. LUK dualflywheel , sachs slave cylinder and clutch .... But i still hear rattle noise from Flywheel on idle .... Idea what could cause that?
Thanks for these great videos, wonder if you can help with my SAAB93TID (06) Auto. i had the gearbox oil changed about 10 months ago at a knowledgeable Saab garage, recently i have developed an issue where the car stalls in gear/reverse when i am stationary with foot on the brake, sound like some TCC lock up issue from what i have been reading? no engine lights, wonder if changing the oil again might help?. Thanks
@@CycloneCydand why is that a problem ? The gears are made of copper ? Spheretech europe only have 1 type of oil for gearboxes 75w90 and it's GL4/GL5 compatible.
@@drefhill are you being deliberately obtuse? Synchromesh is made of brass. More and more oils these days are GL4/GL5 - ie compatible with both. Just don't use a GL5.
Seriously...if you don't know cars yourself or know someone that does...just avoid all used cars! Too risky. Too many things to go wrong and too many knuckle dragging morons too busy to help
Hi Cyd, thanks for this. The Haynes manual recommends replacing the sealant washers. Do you do so, and if so do you know the size and material so I can have them ready please. (I have a 5-speed box but I’m trusting they will be the same as the 6speed…) Thanks!
@@bikerworld4712 not yet, but I’ve researched more on the 5speed box. You need a ‘stubby’ 8mm hex key as the drain plug is very close to a suspension arm. Regarding the replacement washer, Halfords does a box of assorted crush copper washers, one of which I am hoping will serve the purpose. Good luck!
Hi Cyd - should I ideally replace both fill and drain plugs, and are they the same part number? I found a UK based eBay seller listing a Vauxhall part no. 11099271 (same as your eSaabParts link) - would that be right? Many thanks.
Thank you very for your video, my insginia gave me a transmission warning then after a while jumped to neutral. at the moment it engages gear but i want to do an oil change and see what happens before taking it to a garage...thanks again, if anyone has had this happen to them please advise...thank you
If you got a trans warning, does that mean it's an auto? If yes, at least check the fluid level, but autos should have a fluid change every 70-100k, so is probs worthwhile.
@@CycloneCyd yes sir it’s an automatic, I am doing a fluid change over the next few days and I am praying that is the issue. At the moment if I start the car it will engage in gears no issues, drove it down the street and back and gear changes were smooth then when I think it started getting hot it went back to neutral, I started it after a minute and was ok… so hopefully the oil change will work, I will update you once I’ve done it.. thank you for commenting
@@gushungo0903 do the change and see how it goes for a week or two. I'm thinking sticky valve in the valve block, or low oil level. The fresh oil may 'clean' the valve, but be sure to check it has the correct level. I don't know if this 'box is purely mechanical (unlikely these days) or ECU controlled (probably) in which case also check all connections for security, pin corrosion, damaged wires etc. I don't KNOW, but I'm thinking here that if there's a dodgy connection or a high resistance joint and the 'box is losing signal it may have a mechanical default that puts it into neutral (so fails safe). If you can get at it, also have a look at the edge connections to the 'box ECU. These have a habit of failing on ECUs of all sorts.
@@CycloneCyd don’t know how to thank you for taking time to give me all this advice, really really appreciate it… I will sort all this next weekend and will update you!!🙏🏿🙏🏿
@@gushungo0903 you could buy me a pint ha ha. But seriously there is a link in the description. Don't do it yet though, the things I've mentioned are all possibilities and good practice points but I'm no auto box expert, so there's still an outside chance my 'advice' is a load of twaddle! It might also be worth researching if your 'box has a fluid filter - if it has, change it. Is your 'box an AF40 perchance? If not, which engine and box combo do you have?
I've found my 6 speed is a bit sticky into 1st and 2nd, do you reckon a fluid change would help? I know usually people recommend changing the pivot bush.
I changed the linkage as my gear knob was very sticky, especially when not in gear, it would stick left or right depending if I pulled it out of 1st/2nd or 6th/5th and not return to the centre. After renewing the linked with some bits off ebay it was like new! I probably will change the gearbox oil in the summer when I do an oil change too. Car will be over 200k by that time and I have no idea if/when it was done previously.
@@CycloneCyd I found the GM fluid to be quite noisy. It make a groaning sound in 1st and second now. Gonna try the Castrol with some moly slip like you suggested. Which molyslip did you use? I see there’s lots that call themselves it. Regards
@@Droneguy-be1fy this is the one I used www.ebay.co.uk/itm/174561289300?hash=item28a4a9e454:g:LZ0AAOSwOVJf2fQk but Liqui Moly also make an excellent additive. I've done about 300 miles since changing this oil and am VERY pleased with the Mannol. The 'box is a shade quieter, but best of all the change into second is markedly improved.
@@Droneguy-be1fy The Castrol was a huge improvement over stock, Torco and Redline. The Mannol is another step up from the Castrol. Second gear selection is much better with the Mannol. Yes, I prefer the Mannol, but I would happily use the Castrol if I couldn't get it. The Manol is currently on offer at the ebay link in the description
Have you heard something about starting the engine while it's draining and shifting through the gearbox to get all the old oil inside to drain out completely?
Bought myself a 9-3 last week, found myself scrolling through basically all of your 9-3 videos. Only thing I'm not sure of after this one, for the drain plug - did you replace the washer on there? Anywhere you can find a new one? I'm not having much luck finding any information regarding this on the web
@@koendb5456 is that a question or a statement? There should be a washer on the drain plug. Some plugs you can buy have an integrated rubber seal (similar to the B207 engine sump plug). At the least, use a 18mm copper washer.
@@CycloneCyd actually it's both. I've done 2 gearbox oil changes. 1st time a flush and 2nd a proper refill. Twice I haven't noticed there was a washer. No gearbox oil is leaking though. I've ordered a SS drain plug with rubber seal. Can I reuse the gearbox oil when I change the drain plug?
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Very nice channel, Thanks so much, I'll follow every of your steps on my Cabrio 9-3 2007. Thanks a lot! You make me wanna fix everything by myself!
i´d recommend a mtf 3 75w instead of a 75w80 and fill in just 1,7 litres. i had the best results with this
Hi, thanks for this video ! it was very useful for my Saab 9.3 1.9 TID of 2006 with 211000 kms. I used Castrol syntrans transaxle 75w-90 oil with 4% Mecarun P18 treatment.
Best regards ,
Patrice from Savoie / France.
T'as un F40 aussi sur une 2006 ? Ou une m32 ?
T'as mis combien d'huile ? Les gens disent tous des volumes différent, un vendeur de boite F40 indisue 2L sur wikipefia c'est indiqué 2,8L, j'ai vu aussi 2,2L et 3L, vraiment c'est n'importe quoi.
j'ai retiré 1,85L donc je vais metre 2L.
Bonjour, désolé de ne répondre que maintenant !
Je ne saurai dire s'il s'agit d'une boite de vitesses F40 ou une M32, mais j'ai mis 3 litres de CASTROL SYNTRANS TRANSAXLE 1557BD 75W-90, tel que recommandé dans le manuel SAAB. Comme vous, j'avais à peine 2 litres après avoir vidangé complétement. Aucun souci depuis et surtout, beaucoup moins d'échauffement au niveau du levier de passage des vitesses et moins de dureté également.
J'ai également fait un nettoyage puis graissage de toute la tringlerie du levier jusqu'à la boite.
@@drefhill
Love this guy thanks for all the videos!!
Another brilliant video, thank you for your skill and help.
Amazing! Will try it Asap!
Thanks for all the videos, they've been of great help especially for double-checking all the quirks in removing trim and other things, and it's funny how you just happen to have the same model, year and color as mine. WIS states that both mine (F17, Z18XE) and your gearbox should have OEM-number 12799117, and the oils that I've found with that number are GL-5 (API GL5). Still, you advise not using GL-5? Edit: Ah, found older comments asking the same question - yes, the one I found (Febi Bilstein 32590) was both GL-4 and GL-5, so then it's all good I take it.
Great info as ever Cyd...
Here's a question... I replaced a front axle on my 9-3. Fluid came out... what fluid would that be and how would I go about topping it up?
Thanks in advance.
Garth
Did u figure this out?
@@tyrc12pro94 Hi... no... 4 billion subscribers to UA-cam no one knows the answer.
I figured it out
Right next to the axle where you install it is a small round plug with a Allen key hole. It's the same plug as the drain plug. Need non synthetic mineral based fluid. I seen people using 3309 ATF mobile 1 Good luck. When you look at the drain plug from underneath. Follow it straight up from looking from the driver side with tire off look at the plug with the Allen key hole to the right of the axle where the fluid came out.
I have a 2008 9-3 aero B207R engine with 71,500 miles and it has the automatic gearbox, what gear oil would you recommend for that gearbox? Great videos by the way, very easy and informative 👍
These have an Aisin box which needs ATF3309. I'm a big fan of Mannol, so you could use this amzn.to/3Y2qUtw
Lovely job, thanks for the reply and recommendation, I'll make sure I get some.
Is it still the same quantity of 2.4 ltrs for the 5-speed automatic box?
Also does the drain plug/bolt need to be replaced or can it be re-used? As I'm having trouble finding one if it needs to be replaced. Is it 10nm for the drain plug and 25nm for the filler cap. Again many thanks again for all your great videos and merry Christmas 👍🎄
How did the gear box behave after switching to Mannol oil?
Did this over the weekend. Massive difference in how it shifts. Massive thanks for your guide
Great to hear!
I’m having a problem with my 2000 Saab 9-5 manual transmission reverse is giving me a lot of problem car runs perfect but when is time to put in reverse it just don’t want to go some time i have to switch off the engine and it may go in reverse with no problem taking out the key takes me 15-20 minutes i was told to change the shift linkage I spend $800 for a new shifter linkage still didn’t work what could be causing that problem
Do u recommend to change it on my car got 285000km b207 engine 20t 2005
On the mannol packaging it literally says gl4 / gl5 surely you’re going against what you said about not using gl5?!?!
Not at all. It's a GL4 that is GL5 compatible (not all GL4s are).
Lost 6th gear. Tried four garages and can't even get someone to look at it. Prob needed to refill this gearbox fluid I've never even heard of before! Oh well...car is getting sold less than a year after I bought it because mechanics are useless and won't even touch a saab
Most mechanics aren't fit to service a walking stick
Thanks for the video, going to be doing a clutch soon so this is useful! I've hear you can use Ford Focus 6-spead gear oil, it works better than the GM according to a few people I have talked to!
I'm very pleased with the Mannol. the shift into second in particular is much improved.
@@CycloneCyd I am just about to do my gearbox oil change again after 30k. On my vectra z19dth. F40. I am taking your advice on the mannol oil. Anything to improve that cold 1st to 2nd gear change.
@@grahamcorley8156 I added one tube of this.
amzn.to/3UxgjnB
I just bought a 2010 9-3X. I think it always got oem gearbox oil..
Now, do i really need to flush the transmission before i put in Castrol?
Gearbox has developed a mild scraping sound at low speeds and i hope it is due to bad oil or perhaps a leak from the drain-plug causing low oil level..
Hello. You mentioned to not use GL5 oil. Why is that? Im stranded here, car on the jack and the 8mm HEX ready. And the oil is specified both GL4 and GL5 75W90. What to do?
If it's spec'd BOTH GL4 and GL5 that's okay. DO NOT use a pure GL5 - there are compounds in it that attack the brass synchros.
@@CycloneCyd Thanks. The data sheet for the oil says ”yellow metal safe”.
Car is currently up on the ramp at my friendly local garage, oil draining. I just checked SaabWIS and it says fluid capacity total 2.4, fluid capacity refill 2.2L, presumably because 200ml remains in even after draining... I might ask them to split the difference and put in 2.3L, given they'll also be adding about 120ml of Molyslip 2001G.
In a garage, yes. At home you'd let it drain thoroughly.
How much manual fluid oil does the 2010 2.0T 9-3 aero xwd need
Don’t know if your gonna see this but you’ve helped me ever time I’m doing something on my Saab I just got one recently and every time I have a problem I always look up and you come up with the right answers
Thanks for this video and so many others. ive done quite a few of jobs on my 9-3 using your channel. How much moly slip did you add to the Castrol ? and did you end up liking the Mannol?
Oh yes. the Mannol is still in, liking it very much. Based on the instructions about half a dose of molyslip. Used it in the C1 too. Also an improvement
You supposed to take the phone I need the car all the way the camera I needed the car and shows wet piece you supposed to open how do I look like touch it fill it and spot where we’re supposed to be at and how to find it, you are cheating you’re not showing the real part of the video
What a channel. What a man. Fair play! Great content!
Much appreciated!
How did the Mannol oil work out? Would you reccomend it over the castrol?
Hey, you cheated because you’re supposed to take the camera underneath of your car all the way and so wet to open it at
There's no need to change the oil in this box. The F40 is bulletproof. Seen many Saab, Alfa Romeo and Insignia diesels over 300.000 miles with the factory oil shifting as new.
I've flushed mine to check how much there was in it and it was very clean at 150 000km.
There was 1,85L.
This guy is nuts to change it so often.
Do u recommend to change it on my car got 285000km b207 engine 20t 2005
I'd best change mine 06 176k- never been changed! Garages don't drain gearbox oil when changing the clutch do they?
Usually, yes, because if they don't they end up with an unholy mess when oil comes pouring out from the drive shaft holes when the box is dropped. It's more a question of what they put back in - your old oil (bodgery), any old cheap gear oil (probably) or the 'good stuff' (unlikely IMO).
@@CycloneCyd cheers Cyd, I'll try the mannol 👍
What's a half dose of Molly slip?? Thanks in advance. Getting the Saab MTF for like $20 a liter because I can't find the Castrol or the one you're using now in USA. Heard of some people putting motorkote hyper lubricant 2oz into the gearbox. Not sure if that's the same as Molly slip.
This would be better than MTF64: amzn.to/38r97qw
Half dose of this amzn.to/3Ki1NL9
Any chance you could provide a link to the fill plug part, please?
Have a 2005 Saab Aero convertible remapped to 280BHP change transmission fluid every 30k so far at 105k miles everything ok 🙏
I do mine every 30-40,000 miles even in the C1.
hello i have opel vectra c 2004 1.9 cdti (88 KW ) manual transmission .can i use this oil ? thanks
YES
Loving the content Cyd!
I have a 5-speed manual on my -03 2.0t named FM55 would I be wrong assuming that it's the same procedure?
Honest reply: I don't know, I'm not familiar with that 'box. Try asking in the Saab Nuts! group on Facebook
Just checked Haynes: says 5 speed fill plug is on the side of the 'box and the drain is on the rear under the left driveshaft.
@@CycloneCyd side of what box?
@@tyrc12pro94 gearbox?
is it different in 5 speed manual 1.8t (2003)
YES, different gearbox. this is 6 speed F40
What does 75 mean when 80 is next to it ?
It's the same nomenclature as engine oils (eg 5W30). So 75W80 is 75 wgt when cold, 80 wgt when warm.
I'm my Insignia F40 i've pulled 1,85L other people pulled out 1,9L as well and a guy asked Opel and they told him 1,9L so i'll put the full 2L i've got and i should be fine.
I've seen a video of a guy who put 3,5L 😂
Can I use a 9mm hex socket instead of the 8mm if the fill plug is rounded off?
Yeah, take the battery tray out for the room and hammer it into the hex recess. I've put links to replacement plugs in the description - they are affiliate and I earn 2-4%, so a great way to support the channel at zero cost to yourself.
Please can you tell me where can I buy those yellow ramp you used to raise the car? Thanks.
Was just thinking that myself
These are they, in black (slightly updated and rated to 2.5T apiece)
amzn.to/3h51Uh0
OR these if not in the UK bit.ly/Service_Ramps
amzn.to/3h51Uh0 if you're in the UK, OR these bit.ly/Service_Ramps if not
Those are small, nowmost cars have covers on the bottom and you need to lift them much higher, get big ones in steal with integrated jack.
Hi great content as usual 👌 did you use any moly slip this time when you changed the oil and how are you the mannol oil compared to the castrol only asking because I’ve got to do my box soon and there’s a big difference in price and availability. Cheers
The mannol is good. Shifting has remained consistently good. Now I've had a chance to drive it more, I'd say there isn't a big difference between the Mannol and the Castrol. Both are good.
And yes I put some additive in - I added Molyslip to the Castrol and one tube of this amzn.to/3LJA2MR to the Mannol. The Liqui Moly seems to be doing the same job with less product.
@@CycloneCyd do you subtract from the 2.4 the amount of additive you put in?
@@nathanielramirez8997 yes. Well spotted. 👍
@@CycloneCyd noticed you added 1 tube of 20g to your 2.4 liters of transmission fluid, the tube I ordered is 50g which says it will treat 2.5l of fluid, any thoughts as to whether it would be safe to use whole thing? Some reviews said not to use it in synced gear boxes which is why I’m wary.
@@nathanielramirez8997 yes, I only put a half dose in. I have previously used a full dose and it did make a slight improvement. I think the main benefit is mostly gained from putting in new oil. But, yeah, use the full dose if you feel the need.
can anyone tell me how much oil i would need for the 5speed gearbox?.. couldnt find any infos online :/ i read somewhere its 1.9liters in the 5speed but i dont know :D maybe someone can tell me :) thx for any help!
Hi i have a 2004 saab 93t, can anyone point me in the right direction of where the fill hole is. Thanks
If it's the 5sp box it'll be about halfway up on the front face
@@CycloneCyd Cheers mate
hello, I have a Saab 9-3 1.8t automatic, it's a 5-speed gearbox, how much oil to pour and which one to pour, thank you
Sorry to ask I'm really new to this car and I got confused with my model . I have a 2006 Saab 9-3 aero 6v automatic and I get a gear box malfunction code but I don't understand if it means transmission or a gear box for automatic? And if this works in the same way cuz I am really not sure lol
i got a saab 9-3 2008 1.9TD last week and i was wonder so how is your experience with Mannol 75w-80 in the gearbox ? Any good since mannol is cheaper oil or u recomment still going for the castrol Syntrans?
Can you please tell me what automatic transmission fluid i need for my saab 9-3 2008 1.9 tid vector sport saloon. Thank you
Hi. Is the 2.4 litre fill the same on all saab gear boxes. I have a 2008 93 TTDI and considering doing gearbox oil change very soon.
Not ALL boxes. F40 FWD only. 5sp and XWD are different
Thanks for your reply.
Sorry for being a pain. But if you don't ask you'll never know. Are gearbox drain and fill plugs the same size? 2008 93 TTDI .
Hey i have a Saab 9-3 2003 1.8t 5speed Manual how much oil should i use i noticed that the car is not shifting smooth but i dont notice a bad clutch i tested it. I want to try this can you help me out?
is there anything else to be done after pouring the oil or can the car be driven immediately 2.0t 2006? thanks
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Good vid wondered how to check the levels, you can’t!! , is there a slave cyl or is it in the trans throw out bearing??
I have a 2004 9.3
Do you mean the clutch slave cylinder? It's inside the bell housing around the gearbox input shaft.
I love these videos, super helpful and informative!! I am wondering if anyone knows if there are GM compatible clutch kits that will work in a 2009 Saab 93 2.0T 6speed? I’m having a heck of a time trying to find quality parts without spending 800$ + dollars. Any help would be greatly appreciated!! I read somewhere that a 2011 Buick regal has the same clutch, but the part numbers are different, does anyone have any experience with this? Thank you!🎉
I've just replaced my clutch. I removed an LUK and replaced it with an LUK. About the best. Change the flywheel too - again I went LUK. Also change the slave cylinder - I went Sachs on that. Was about £430 for parts and £320 at a Saab specialist for labour. aftermarket.schaeffler.com/en/luk-repset
@@CycloneCyd hello , i ve just do the same thing on my 2.0T. LUK dualflywheel , sachs slave cylinder and clutch .... But i still hear rattle noise from Flywheel on idle .... Idea what could cause that?
@@MB-in2km Backlash on gears and diff. Seems common on F40s. Mine has always done it.
@@CycloneCyd and What did you do ? :)
@@MB-in2km nothing you can do
Brilliant video, but unfortunately my top bolt has seized completely and the bolt appears to be rounded. Any advice on how to remove this?
Thanks for these great videos, wonder if you can help with my SAAB93TID (06) Auto. i had the gearbox oil changed about 10 months ago at a knowledgeable Saab garage, recently i have developed an issue where the car stalls in gear/reverse when i am stationary with foot on the brake, sound like some TCC lock up issue from what i have been reading? no engine lights, wonder if changing the oil again might help?. Thanks
Hi Cyd, sorry for the stupid question as Im new to all this but what is the name of the tool that you use to undo the filler plug? Thank you
My shop told me to only fill 1,9L. Is this too litle?
If it's an XWD, that's correct
Many Thanks, best Video🔝
Welcome 👍
Hi Cyd, I came across the mannol MTF-4 API-GL 4 75w-80. Specs look the same, but will it do the job properly?
It should, being a GL4. Just don't use a GL5.
Why ?@@CycloneCyd
@@drefhill GL5 dissolve copper
@@CycloneCydand why is that a problem ? The gears are made of copper ?
Spheretech europe only have 1 type of oil for gearboxes 75w90 and it's GL4/GL5 compatible.
@@drefhill are you being deliberately obtuse? Synchromesh is made of brass.
More and more oils these days are GL4/GL5 - ie compatible with both.
Just don't use a GL5.
What engine ist? Thanks for your videos
My car? The one in the video? that's a B207R. The F40 box was available with all engines though (optional in some trim levels)
Seriously...if you don't know cars yourself or know someone that does...just avoid all used cars! Too risky. Too many things to go wrong and too many knuckle dragging morons too busy to help
Even Rollers break down
Hi Cyd, thanks for this. The Haynes manual recommends replacing the sealant washers. Do you do so, and if so do you know the size and material so I can have them ready please. (I have a 5-speed box but I’m trusting they will be the same as the 6speed…) Thanks!
Did u get an answer. I too have 5 speed saab 93 1.8t linear 2007
@@bikerworld4712 not yet, but I’ve researched more on the 5speed box. You need a ‘stubby’ 8mm hex key as the drain plug is very close to a suspension arm. Regarding the replacement washer, Halfords does a box of assorted crush copper washers, one of which I am hoping will serve the purpose. Good luck!
@@Equestrian-g1z thanks mate, I'm just waiting on some Mobil atf 3309 and I will try do this end of this month.
@@Equestrian-g1z how much oil came out
@@bikerworld4712 I’ve yet to complete it, but Haynes manual and Castro website both say 1.9l, so should be good with 2 x 1l bottles…
Did you add molyslip to the Mannol? Cheers
1/3rd of a dose.
@@CycloneCydthanks! Can I ask which molyslip? Seems to be a few & im trying to order
@@bradley7240 I used1 tube of this
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Can you use that castrol on the four cylinder (manual trans)? Or a lower ratio of oil is proper...
Thanks for the video. Is thr F35 similar?
Hi Cyd - should I ideally replace both fill and drain plugs, and are they the same part number? I found a UK based eBay seller listing a Vauxhall part no. 11099271 (same as your eSaabParts link) - would that be right? Many thanks.
You should fit new copper crush washers. Replace the plugs if they seem damaged in any way.
Thank you very for your video, my insginia gave me a transmission warning then after a while jumped to neutral. at the moment it engages gear but i want to do an oil change and see what happens before taking it to a garage...thanks again, if anyone has had this happen to them please advise...thank you
If you got a trans warning, does that mean it's an auto? If yes, at least check the fluid level, but autos should have a fluid change every 70-100k, so is probs worthwhile.
@@CycloneCyd yes sir it’s an automatic, I am doing a fluid change over the next few days and I am praying that is the issue. At the moment if I start the car it will engage in gears no issues, drove it down the street and back and gear changes were smooth then when I think it started getting hot it went back to neutral, I started it after a minute and was ok… so hopefully the oil change will work, I will update you once I’ve done it.. thank you for commenting
@@gushungo0903 do the change and see how it goes for a week or two. I'm thinking sticky valve in the valve block, or low oil level. The fresh oil may 'clean' the valve, but be sure to check it has the correct level.
I don't know if this 'box is purely mechanical (unlikely these days) or ECU controlled (probably) in which case also check all connections for security, pin corrosion, damaged wires etc. I don't KNOW, but I'm thinking here that if there's a dodgy connection or a high resistance joint and the 'box is losing signal it may have a mechanical default that puts it into neutral (so fails safe). If you can get at it, also have a look at the edge connections to the 'box ECU. These have a habit of failing on ECUs of all sorts.
@@CycloneCyd don’t know how to thank you for taking time to give me all this advice, really really appreciate it… I will sort all this next weekend and will update you!!🙏🏿🙏🏿
@@gushungo0903 you could buy me a pint ha ha. But seriously there is a link in the description.
Don't do it yet though, the things I've mentioned are all possibilities and good practice points but I'm no auto box expert, so there's still an outside chance my 'advice' is a load of twaddle!
It might also be worth researching if your 'box has a fluid filter - if it has, change it.
Is your 'box an AF40 perchance? If not, which engine and box combo do you have?
Hi , not related but do you know the torque setting for the pinch bolt on the front lower suspension arm / wheel hub ?
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Hello Cyd, great content. I have a 2010 1.9 TiD Turbo Edition. What oil would you recommend and what quality?
same as in this video. Refill is 2.2l and not 2.4 as mentioned. 2.4l is when gearbox is new (dry).
I've found my 6 speed is a bit sticky into 1st and 2nd, do you reckon a fluid change would help? I know usually people recommend changing the pivot bush.
I changed the linkage as my gear knob was very sticky, especially when not in gear, it would stick left or right depending if I pulled it out of 1st/2nd or 6th/5th and not return to the centre. After renewing the linked with some bits off ebay it was like new! I probably will change the gearbox oil in the summer when I do an oil change too. Car will be over 200k by that time and I have no idea if/when it was done previously.
@@simon1290r My car needs a new clutch, may ask them to have a look at the linkage as well
How much does the F40 hold with XWD? WIS only states 1.6 but I put 2L in just to be safe
Yes, 1.6 litre
@@CycloneCyd I found the GM fluid to be quite noisy. It make a groaning sound in 1st and second now. Gonna try the Castrol with some moly slip like you suggested. Which molyslip did you use? I see there’s lots that call themselves it. Regards
@@Droneguy-be1fy this is the one I used www.ebay.co.uk/itm/174561289300?hash=item28a4a9e454:g:LZ0AAOSwOVJf2fQk
but Liqui Moly also make an excellent additive.
I've done about 300 miles since changing this oil and am VERY pleased with the Mannol. The 'box is a shade quieter, but best of all the change into second is markedly improved.
@@CycloneCyd excellent thanks for that. So your more impressed with the Mannol than the castrol? I might go with that instead
@@Droneguy-be1fy The Castrol was a huge improvement over stock, Torco and Redline. The Mannol is another step up from the Castrol. Second gear selection is much better with the Mannol.
Yes, I prefer the Mannol, but I would happily use the Castrol if I couldn't get it.
The Manol is currently on offer at the ebay link in the description
Have you heard something about starting the engine while it's draining and shifting through the gearbox to get all the old oil inside to drain out completely?
Ouch❗ Poor gearbox! No, don't do that, just let the box sit for an hour and there'll barely be an eggcup left in.
@@CycloneCyd alright. Thanks for preventing me from doing that!
@@CycloneCyd what about straining half of my old fluid and mixing it with the new? I heard that it can be easier on older transmissions.
@@oodles86 nah, not on a manual
@@CycloneCyd what are your thoughts on using Dexron 6? It was recommended today by my auto parts store.
Thanks for the video
No problem!
My Saab has a sloppy shifter and won’t go into any gear but a week ago I had it go in reverse and 5th
Probably the turret bushing on the top of the gearbox. X8R do a turret kit. Easy enough to fit.
Great video. Thank you. Also good to change the engine oil more frequently too.
Good video. How did you get on with the Mannol?
Hello, how did this oil perform?
Thanks for this, it was helpful when changing the oil in my 93. Strangely, my car (a 2010 so one of the last ones) has hex plugs.
my 9.3 MY08 has a hex 8mm too.
What a treat! Thank you so much mate 😃👍
Whats the torque values?
saabwisonline should tell you the values
50Nm (37lbft) for both fill and drain plugs
Thank you 👍
Bought myself a 9-3 last week, found myself scrolling through basically all of your 9-3 videos. Only thing I'm not sure of after this one, for the drain plug - did you replace the washer on there? Anywhere you can find a new one? I'm not having much luck finding any information regarding this on the web
Any 18mm copper crush washer will suffice, but there is a stainless drain plug in the description.
@@CycloneCyd I did not find a washer on the drain plug?
@@koendb5456 is that a question or a statement? There should be a washer on the drain plug. Some plugs you can buy have an integrated rubber seal (similar to the B207 engine sump plug). At the least, use a 18mm copper washer.
@@CycloneCyd actually it's both. I've done 2 gearbox oil changes. 1st time a flush and 2nd a proper refill. Twice I haven't noticed there was a washer. No gearbox oil is leaking though. I've ordered a SS drain plug with rubber seal. Can I reuse the gearbox oil when I change the drain plug?
@@koendb5456 Yes, as you know it's pedigree
When are you going to do the repair of Driver's seat lumber support which you told me you will do it few months ago ?? I'm waiting ...
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