1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [A] JF T | 4.8 quarts (with filter) | 10W (-29 To 5°C) SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-20 To 10°C) SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C) SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (-10 To 30°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) 40 (20 To 40°C) | Volkswagen 056-115-561-G Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 1.7L 4-cylinder [B] EN P | 4.8 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) | Volkswagen 056-115-561-G Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 1.7L 4-cylinder [G] JK X Diesel | 4.8 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) | Volkswagen 068-115-561-B |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder [A] JH Y | 4.8 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) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder [C] JH 3 | 4.8 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) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
Select Your 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Option
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] JF T
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [A] JF T [aka 1.6L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
L
Oil Capacity:
4.8 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (-29 To 5°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-20 To 10°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (-10 To 30°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
40 (20 To 40°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 1.6L 4-cylinder [A] JF T oil change details
Oil Grade:
CF
Oil Capacity:
4.8 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (-29 To 5°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-20 To 10°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (-15 To 30°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (-10 To 30°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
40 (20 To 40°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
6.9 quarts - For Hatchback models.
4.8 quarts - For Convertible models.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.7L 4-cylinder Engine Code [B] EN P
Engine:
1.7L 4-cylinder [B] EN P [aka 1.7L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
L
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 1.7L 4-cylinder [B] EN P oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
4.8 quarts - For Convertible models.
6.9 quarts - For Hatchback models.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.7L 4-cylinder Engine Code [G] JK X Diesel
Engine:
1.7L 4-cylinder [G] JK X Diesel [aka 1.7L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
L
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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:
Oil Filter Replaces:
068-115-561
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 1.7L 4-cylinder [G] JK X Diesel oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] JH Y
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder [A] JH Y [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GTI, L, Wolfsburg Edition
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 1.8L 4-cylinder [A] JH Y oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code [C] JH 3
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder [C] JH 3 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GTI, L, Wolfsburg Edition
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 1.8L 4-cylinder [C] JH 3 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A