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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINEENGINE LUBRICATIONSPECIFICATIONS
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Engine Lubrication: Specifications
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Specifications
A - Energy Conserving
B - Multi-grade oil
Engine oil, gasoline engine
The following terms must appear on the oil container singly or in combination with other designations.
Type VW502 00 or VW500 00 or VW 501 01
Type ACEA A2 or ACEA A3
Type API-SJ or API-SL
Engine oil, diesel engine
The following terms must appear on the oil container singly or in combination with other designations.
Type VW505 00
Type ACEA B23or ACEA B4
Type API-CF4 or API-CG4
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.