1988 Volkswagen Golf Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1988 Volkswagen Golf oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1988 Volkswagen Golf, 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 1988 Volkswagen Golf oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [A] PF 0 | 4.6 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 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder [A] RV 6 | 4.2 quarts (with filter) | 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 (Above -10°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder [B] PF 1 | 4.2 quarts (with filter) | 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 (Above -10°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder [C] PL R | 4.2 quarts (with filter) | 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 (Above -10°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder [G] [H] ME 9 Diesel | 4.3 quarts (with filter) | 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 (Above -10°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) | Volkswagen 068-115-561-B |
Select Your 1988 Volkswagen Golf Engine Option
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] PF 0
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [A] PF 0 [aka 1.6L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Base, GL, GT, GTI 16-Valve
Oil Capacity:
4.6 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
1988 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L 4-cylinder [A] PF 0 oil change details
Oil Grade:
CF
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:
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:
6.3 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] RV 6
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder [A] RV 6 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, GL, GT, GTI 16-Valve
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1988 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L 4-cylinder [A] RV 6 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Add 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts) less than the total capacity shown. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches approximately 60°C (140°F). Then, switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, and check the dipstick. Add oil to reach the full mark. The final amount needed may be more or less than 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts).
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (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 [B] PF 1
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder [B] PF 1 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, GL, GT, GTI 16-Valve
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1988 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L 4-cylinder [B] PF 1 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Add 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts) less than the total capacity shown. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches approximately 60°C (140°F). Then, switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, and check the dipstick. Add oil to reach the full mark. The final amount needed may be more or less than 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts).
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (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] PL R
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder [C] PL R [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, GL, GT, GTI 16-Valve
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1988 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L 4-cylinder [C] PL R oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. Add 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts) less than the total capacity shown. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches approximately 60°C (140°F). Then, switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, and check the dipstick. Add oil to reach the full mark. The final amount needed may be more or less than 0.5 Liters (0.5 quarts).
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (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 [G] [H] ME 9 Diesel
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder [G] [H] ME 9 Diesel [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL
Oil Capacity:
4.3 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
068-115-561
1988 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L 4-cylinder [G] [H] ME 9 Diesel oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.3 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
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 (Above -10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
6.3 quarts
7.4 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A