Saab 9-5 A/C refrigerant type and capacity

GarageDex's A/C data shows the 2011 Saab 9-5 (4 Cyl. 2.0 Eng.) uses 24 oz of R-134a refrigerant with PAG-46 compressor oil.

Shop R-134a Match the type on your under-hood decal

Key takeaways

  • 2011 Saab 9-5: 24 oz of R-134a, 3.7 oz of PAG-46 oil.
  • The charge is a full-system amount; a top-off adds far less.
  • Do not mix refrigerant types or oils.
  • A system that is empty has a leak - fix it before charging.
Saab 9-5 A/C refrigerant and oil by year
YearsEngineRefrigerantChargeCompressor oil
20114 Cyl. 2.0 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-46 3.7 oz
20114 Cyl. 2.0 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-46 5 oz
20116 Cyl. 2.8 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-46 3.7 oz
20116 Cyl. 2.8 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-46 5 oz
20106 Cyl. 2.8 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-46 3.7 oz
20106 Cyl. 2.8 Eng.R-134a24 ozPAG-46 5 oz
20094 Cyl. 2.3 Eng.R-134a29 ozPAG-46 4.06 oz
2004 to 2008All Eng.R-134a29 ozPAG-46 4.06 oz
2000 to 2003All Eng.R-134a31 ozPAG-46 4.9 oz
1999All Eng.R-134a29 ozPAG-46 4.06 oz

Recharge supplies for your Saab 9-5

Buy the refrigerant type shown for your year and confirm it against the under-hood decal. R-1234yf cans cost more and need a matching coupler.

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Same car, other specs: Saab 9-5 specs hub.

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Source: Four Seasons - Compressor / System Refrigerant & Lubricant Specs. The under-hood A/C decal is the primary source for your exact car - it overrides any table. Charges assume a clean system with a new drier.