1986 Volkswagen Quantum Oil Type & Capacity
The 1986 Volkswagen Quantum takes 5W-20 motor oil — 3.7 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 3.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 or 15W-50 (10Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (20Deg.F to 80Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| Base, Standard | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 or 15W-50 (10Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (20Deg.F to 80Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| GL, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 or 15W-50 (10Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (20Deg.F to 80Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| GL, Standard | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 or 15W-50 (10Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (20Deg.F to 80Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| Syncro | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 or 15W-50 (10Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (20Deg.F to 80Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Quantum
1986 Volkswagen Quantum factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.5 quarts (8.04 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1986 Volkswagen Quantum take?
The 1986 Volkswagen Quantum takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 20Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 or 15W-50 (10Deg.F to 80Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (20Deg.F to 80Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1986 Volkswagen Quantum take?
The 1986 Volkswagen Quantum holds 3.7 quarts with a filter change, or 3.2 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 Volkswagen Quantum?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 Volkswagen Quantum. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.