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Suitable for Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet
For the Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet, the manufacturer specifies motor oil 10W-40 (VW 501 01, VW 505 00, ACEA A3), 15W-50 (ACEA A3, ACEA B3, API SJ), 5W-30 (VW 502 00, VW 504 00, VW 505 00), or 5W-40 (VW 502 00, VW 505 00, ACEA A3). All 5 engine variants of the Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet take the same oils, so the selection below applies to every one of them.
Fill quantity and viscosity by engine of the Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet
| Engine | Model years | Viscosity | Fill quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8i (72 kW) | 1990–1993 | 10W-40, 15W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4 L |
| 1.6 | 1987–1992 | 10W-40, 15W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4 L |
| 1.8 | 1987–1992 | 10W-40, 15W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4 L |
| 1.8i (70 kW) | 1987–1990 | 10W-40, 15W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4 L |
| 1.8i (82 kW) | 1987–1992 | 10W-40, 15W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40 | 4 L |
Fill quantity including an oil filter change, taken from our vehicle data. The change interval is set by your service book, not by the oil.
Other fluids for the Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet
| Fluid | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) | 75W-140, 85W-90, Allison TES 389, API GL5 |
| Axle & differential oil | 75W-90, VW 501 50, VW G 005 000 |
| Brake fluid | VW 501 14 (TL 766-Z), FMVSS 116 DOT 3 |
| Coolant & antifreeze | G11 |
| Power steering fluid | ZF TE-ML 02K |
Which viscosity does a Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet need?
We cover 5 engine variants of the Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet. The most commonly approved grades are 10W-40, 15W-50, 5W-30 and 5W-40. The fill quantity is 4.0 litres.
Which approvals does Volkswagen require?
Volkswagen mostly calls for the approvals VW 501 01, VW 502 00, VW 504 00 and VW 507 00. An oil without the right approval can cost you a warranty claim.
Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet engine variants
The oil finder covers these engine variants of the Volkswagen Golf I cabriolet: Golf I Cabriolet 1.8i (72 kW) 1990–1993, Golf I Cabriolet 1.6 1987–1992, Golf I Cabriolet 1.8 1987–1992, Golf I Cabriolet 1.8i (70 kW) 1987–1990 and Golf I Cabriolet 1.8i (82 kW) 1987–1992.
