1998 Volkswagen LT Bus Second generation Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
For 1998 LT Bus Second generation Volkswagen recommends to use: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 transmission oils. To select the right transmission oil see the table below.
How much transmission oil you need to put into 1998 LT Bus depends on the engine installed, and some other conditions listed below.
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| Condition | Volume |
|---|
| 5-speed 000.2 transmission | 1.69 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 | |
| With auxiliary drive | 2.75 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 | |
| Without auxiliary drive | 2.32 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 | |
Manual transmission oil replacement for your 1998 Volkswagen LT Bus can be done on your driveway. The whole job will take about 30–60 minutes and will save you around $100.
There are two plugs on the transmission - the drain plug at the bottom, and the refill plug on the side. First step is unscrew the refill plug, and then unscrew the drain plug. Use a spanner or a retched with the correct size head. After oil came up screw the drain plug back with a new gasket. Then refill the transmission with new transmission oil.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 Volkswagen LT Bus user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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Doing basic service for your 1998 Volkswagen LT Bus you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.