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1997 SATURN SL
1.9L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 1997 Saturn SL 1.9L I4 · FWD
Fluid Type
5W-30 or 10W-30 conventional/synthetic blend
Spec: API SJ
Capacity
4qt
3.78 L
Drain & Refill
4 qt
3.78 L
Change Interval
3,000 mi
4,827 km

Notes

Capacity with filter change. Saturn recommended 3000 miles for severe service or 7500 miles normal.

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