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1999 Volkswagen Cabrio Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio, 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 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.0L 4-cylinder ABA G4.2 quarts (with filter)10W (Below -5°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 06A-115-561-B
Volkswagen 056-115-561-G

Select Your 1999 Volkswagen Cabrio Engine Option

2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code ABA G

Engine:

2.0L 4-cylinder ABA G [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, GLS

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

10W (Below -5°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)

Oil Filter Replaces:

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

1999 Volkswagen Cabrio 2.0L 4-cylinder ABA G 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 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:

5.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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