Volkswagen (VW) Cabriolet (USA / CAN)

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Volkswagen Cabriolet (USA / CAN) manual transmission fluid capacity is 1.9 liters. The data covers 2 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Cabriolet 1.8 (1989-1994)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • Code: 02O 5/1
Cabriolet 1.8 (1984-1989)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,9 liter
  • Code: 02O 5/1

Additional Notes

  • The Volkswagen Cabriolet (USA / CAN) 1.8 carries a manual transaxle fluid capacity of 1.9 liters across both the 1984-1989 and 1989-1994 model year spans, meaning the same fill volume applies throughout the entire 1984-1994 production range covered by these specifications.
  • A capacity figure of 1.9 liters is consistent with a compact transaxle design, where the gearbox and final drive share a common fluid sump rather than separate reservoirs, which is a typical arrangement in front-wheel-drive vehicles of this era.
  • Both configurations are designated for normal use conditions, meaning the 1.9-liter capacity figure is associated with standard operating environments rather than severe-duty cycles.

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