1998 Volkswagen PASSAT Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1998 Volkswagen PASSAT oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1998 Volkswagen PASSAT, 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 1998 Volkswagen PASSAT oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinder AEB 8 Turbo | 3.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B Volkswagen 056-115-561-G Volkswagen 068-115-561-B |
| 2.8L 6-cylinder [D] AHA ATQ 9 | 6 quarts (with filter) | 10W (Below -5°C) SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (Below 10°C) SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -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 078115561j |
Select Your 1998 Volkswagen PASSAT Engine Option
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code AEB 8 Turbo
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder AEB 8 Turbo [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GLS
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B, Volkswagen 056-115-561-G and Volkswagen 068-115-561-B
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561 and 068-115-561
1998 Volkswagen PASSAT 1.8L 4-cylinder AEB 8 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
3.7 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).
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
6.6 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).
5.9 quarts - For models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code [D] AHA ATQ 9
Engine:
2.8L 6-cylinder [D] AHA ATQ 9 [aka 2.8L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GLS, GLX
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
10W (Below -5°C)
SAE 15W-40, SAE 15W-50 (Below 10°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -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:
N/A
1998 Volkswagen PASSAT 2.8L 6-cylinder [D] AHA ATQ 9 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
6 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 (Below 10°C)
SAE 20W-20 (-10 To 10°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -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)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
5.8 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A