1998 Volkswagen Cabrio Maintenance Specs
Factory service manual data for the GL, 2.0 A, Automatic variant.
2 of 11 specs available
Oil Type & Capacity
AvailableSAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Petroleum or synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). · 4.20 QTS.
View spec →Tire Size & Pressure
Coming soonNot available for this variant
Data not in manualCoolant Type & Capacity
AvailablePhosphate free coolant ZVW 237 105 (G11) up to vehicle production date of 10-96, from 10-96 use ZVW 237 (G12) · 5.30 QTS.
View spec →Battery Location & Size
Coming soonOEM battery spec
Data not in manualWiper Blade Size
Coming soonOEM wiper blade sizes
Data not in manualSerpentine Belt
Coming soonOEM belt routing & part number
Data not in manualSpark Plug Type & Gap
Coming soonOEM plug, gap & torque
Data not in manualTransmission Fluid
Coming soonOEM ATF/MTF spec & capacity
Data not in manualHeadlight Bulb Size
Coming soonOEM low/high beam & fog light
Data not in manualBrake Fluid
Coming soonOEM DOT spec & capacity
Data not in manualFluid Capacities
Coming soonOil, coolant, trans & more
Data not in manualThis vehicle's factory manual
The specs are above. This opens the 1998 Volkswagen GL, 2.0 A, Automatic factory book.
Typical Service Intervals
These are the standard maintenance intervals for most vehicles under normal driving conditions. Always verify with your owner's manual for severe service schedules.
Every 30,000 Miles
Every 60,000 Miles
- • Replace spark plugs (standard)
- • Replace battery (typical 3-5 years)
- • Change automatic transmission fluid
- • Flush brake fluid system