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1982 Volkswagen Rabbit S
Service Specifications
1982 Volkswagen Rabbit SSECTION Service Specifications
BELT ADJUSTMENT
| Application | (1) Deflection In. (mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| All Models | .4-.6 (10-15) | ||
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REPLACEMENT INTERVALS
| Component | Miles | |
|---|---|---|
| Oil Filter | 15, 000 | |
| Air Filter | 30, 000 | |
| Fuel Filter | ||
| Quantum & Scirocco | 60, 000 | |
| All Other Models | 15, 000 | |
| Spark Plugs | 30, 000 | |
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Crankcase (Including Filter) | |||
| Vanagon | 3.7 qts. (3.5L) | ||
| All Other Models | 4.7 qts. (4.4L) | ||
| Cooling System | 4.9 qts. (4.6L) | ||
| Man. Transaxles (SAE 80W-90) | |||
| Vanagon | 7.4 pts. (2.2L) | ||
| All Other Models | |||
| 4-Speed | 3.2 pts. (1.5L) | ||
| 5-Speed | 4.2 pts. (2.0L) | ||
| Auto Transaxle (Dexron) | 6.4 pts. (3.0L) | ||
| Auto Transaxle Differential (SAE 90) | |||
| Vanagon | 3.0 pts. (1.4L) | ||
| All Other Models | 1.6 pts. (0.8L) | ||
| Fuel tank | |||
| Rabbit Pickup | 15.0 gals. (56.8L) | ||
| Vanagon | 15.9 gals. (60.2L) | ||
| All Other Models | 10.0 gals. (37.9L) | ||
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.