Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 109

Lubrication system, general information
Lubrication system, general information
CAUTION!
If large amounts of metal shavings or small metal particles are found in the engine oil,
caused by wear of crankshaft and connecting rod bearings, thoroughly clean the oil
passages to remove contaminants and help prevent later damage.
The oil cooler cannot be sufficiently cleaned, and must be replaced.
The oil level must NOT exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. If this level is exceeded
(too much oil) the catalytic converter may be damaged.
Checking oil pressure
Oil system capacity
Without oil filter 3.5 liters (3.7 qt.)
With oil filter 4.0 liters (4.2 qt.)
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Also see Owners Manual
Engine oil specifications:
The following terms must appear on the oil container singly or in combination with other
designations:
VW 502 00 or VW500 00 or VW501 01
ACEA A2 or ACEA A3
API-SJ or API-SL
Engine oils are graded according to their viscosity. The proper grade to be used in your
engine depends on existing climatic or seasonal conditions.
The engine oil which was first put into your engine has a viscosity grade of SAE 5W-40.
You can use this oil over all temperature ranges for normal driving. If engine oil viscosity
grade SAE 5W-40 is not available, you can also use SAE 5W-30.
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