2001 Volkswagen Golf Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2001 Volkswagen Golf oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2001 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 2001 Volkswagen Golf oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinder AWD X Turbo | 4.8 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B-DSF Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder AWW 8 Turbo | 4.8 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B-DSF Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 1.9L 4-cylinder AFP 5 | 4.8 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 021-115-562-A |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder AEG B | 4.4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder AVH V | 4.4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder AZG K | 4.4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 06A-115-561-B |
| 2.8L 6-cylinder ALH 1 Diesel Turbo | 6.1 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Volkswagen 074-115-562 |
Select Your 2001 Volkswagen Golf Engine Option
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code AWD X Turbo
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder AWD X Turbo [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GLS, GTI GLS
Oil Capacity:
4.8 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A-DSF and 034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L 4-cylinder AWD X Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code AWW 8 Turbo
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder AWW 8 Turbo [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GLS, GTI GLS
Oil Capacity:
4.8 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A-DSF and 034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L 4-cylinder AWW 8 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.9L 4-cylinder Engine Code AFP 5
Engine:
1.9L 4-cylinder AFP 5 [aka 1.9L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
GTI GLX
Oil Capacity:
4.8 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L 4-cylinder AFP 5 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO45
Oil Capacity:
4.8 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code AEG B
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder AEG B [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS, GTI GLS
Oil Capacity:
4.4 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L 4-cylinder AEG B oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
4.4 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code AVH V
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder AVH V [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS, GTI GLS
Oil Capacity:
4.4 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L 4-cylinder AVH V oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
4.4 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code AZG K
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder AZG K [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS, GTI GLS
Oil Capacity:
4.4 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
034-115-561-A, 06A-115-561
2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L 4-cylinder AZG K oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
4.4 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code ALH 1 Diesel Turbo
Engine:
2.8L 6-cylinder ALH 1 Diesel Turbo [aka 2.8L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GL, GLS
Oil Capacity:
6.1 quarts (with filter)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L 6-cylinder ALH 1 Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO03
Oil Capacity:
6.1 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 5W-40, SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity grade is unavailable, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for your climate, season, and driving conditions. Ensure the oil meets the listed Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A