1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Specifications
Look up Volkswagen Polo specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, , transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 1.4L 4-Cylinder
- Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque:
- Oil capacity: 4.3L (4.54 US qt )
Engine coolant
- Type: The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a mixture of specially conditioned water and at least 40 percent of Volkswagen engine coolant additive G 13 (TL-VW 774 J). This engine coolant additive is pink.
- Capacity: 6.34 US qt ( 5.99L)
Fuel tank
- Capacity: 6.0L (6.34 US qt )
Brake Fluid
- Type: (FMVSS) 116 DOT 4 Class 6
- Capacity: Fill between the MIN and MAX lines on the reservoir
Windshield Washer Fluid
- Type: For the warmer months, Windscreen Clear Summer- G 052 184 A2 – or equivalent. Mixing ratio 1:100 (1 part concentrate to 100 parts water) in the windshield washer reservoir.
- All-season Windscreen Clear- G 052 164 M2 – or equivalent. Mixing ratio in winter to 0 °F (-18 °C) about 1:2 (1 part concentrate to 2 parts water), otherwise, mixing ratio 1:4 in the windshield washer reservoir.
- Capacity: Depending on vehicle equipment, the windshield washer fluid reservoir holds between 3.1–5.2 quarts (3–5 liters).
Powertrain
Engine
- Gasoline: 2.0 L TSI I4
Transmission
- 6-speed automatic