1996 Volkswagen JETTA Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1996 Volkswagen JETTA oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1996 Volkswagen JETTA, 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 1996 Volkswagen JETTA oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [A] ABA 2 | 4.2 quarts (with filter) | 10W (Below -5°C) SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -15°C) SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) 40 (Above 20°C) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) 5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [B] ABA F | 4.2 quarts (with filter) | 10W (Below -5°C) SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -15°C) SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C) 30 (0 To 30°C) 40 (Above 20°C) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) 5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [L] ABA K | N/A | N/A | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G |
| 2.8L 6-cylinder [D] AAA H | 5.8 quarts (with filter) | 10W (Below -5°C) SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (Above -15°C) SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) 30W (0 To 30°C) 40W (Above 20°C) SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) 5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 021-115-562-A |
| 1.9L 4-cylinder AAZ Z Diesel Turbo | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Select Your 1996 Volkswagen JETTA Engine Option
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] ABA 2
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder [A] ABA 2 [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
40 (Above 20°C)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1996 Volkswagen JETTA 2.0L 4-cylinder [A] ABA 2 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:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
40 (Above 20°C)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) - This applies when using energy-conserving oils.
5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code [B] ABA F
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder [B] ABA F [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
40 (Above 20°C)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1996 Volkswagen JETTA 2.0L 4-cylinder [B] ABA F 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:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
30 (0 To 30°C)
40 (Above 20°C)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) - This applies when using energy-conserving oils.
5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code [L] ABA K
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder [L] ABA K [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition
Oil Capacity:
N/A
Oil Viscosity/Type:
N/A
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
1996 Volkswagen JETTA 2.0L 4-cylinder [L] ABA K oil change details
Oil Grade:
N/A
Oil Capacity:
N/A
Oil Viscosity/Type:
N/A
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code [D] AAA H
Engine:
2.8L 6-cylinder [D] AAA H [aka 2.8L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GLX
Oil Capacity:
5.8 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30W (0 To 30°C)
40W (Above 20°C)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS)
5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1996 Volkswagen JETTA 2.8L 6-cylinder [D] AAA H oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
5.8 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
30W (0 To 30°C)
40W (Above 20°C)
SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (All TEMPS) - This applies when using energy-conserving oils.
5W-50, SAE 10W-50, SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
11 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.9L 4-cylinder Engine Code AAZ Z Diesel Turbo
Engine:
1.9L 4-cylinder AAZ Z Diesel Turbo [aka 1.9L 4-cylinder (Diesel Turbo)]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
N/A
Oil Viscosity/Type:
N/A
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1996 Volkswagen JETTA 1.9L 4-cylinder AAZ Z Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
N/A
Oil Capacity:
N/A
Oil Viscosity/Type:
N/A
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
N/A
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A