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1989 Volkswagen Fox Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1989 Volkswagen Fox oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1989 Volkswagen Fox, 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 1989 Volkswagen Fox oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
1.8L 4-cylinder [A] JN 23.7 quarts (with filter)10W (-20 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)
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (-30 To -10°C)
Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B
Volkswagen 056-115-561-G

Select Your 1989 Volkswagen Fox Engine Option

1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] JN 2

Engine:

1.8L 4-cylinder [A] JN 2 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, GL, GL Sport

Oil Capacity:

3.7 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

10W (-20 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)
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (-30 To -10°C)

Oil Filter Replaces:

034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561

1989 Volkswagen Fox 1.8L 4-cylinder [A] JN 2 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SJ

Oil Capacity:

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

Oil Viscosity/Type:

10W (-20 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)
SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 (-30 To -10°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51516-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42133-EA

Coolant Capacity:

11.6 quarts - For models with Air Conditioning (AC).
6.3 quarts - For models WithOut Air Conditioning (AC).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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