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1981 Volkswagen Scirocco Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
1.7L 4-cylinder [A] EN A4.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
N/A
1.7L 4-cylinder [B] EN B4.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
N/A

Select Your 1981 Volkswagen Scirocco Engine Option

1.7L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] EN A

Engine:

1.7L 4-cylinder [A] EN A [aka 1.7L 4-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

4.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.7L 4-cylinder [A] EN A oil change details

Oil Grade:

SJ

Oil Capacity:

4.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51516-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42133-EA

Coolant Capacity:

4.2 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

1.7L 4-cylinder Engine Code [B] EN B

Engine:

1.7L 4-cylinder [B] EN B [aka 1.7L 4-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

4.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1981 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.7L 4-cylinder [B] EN B oil change details

Oil Grade:

SJ

Oil Capacity:

4.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51516-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42133-EA

Coolant Capacity:

4.2 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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