Jetta V6-2.8L (AFP) (1999)
Engine Oil: Application and ID
ENGINE OIL:
Specifications and Viscosity:
Your engine was factory filled with an all season high quality engine oil that has a viscosity grade of SAE 5W-40. You can use this oil over all
temperature ranges for normal driving. If you need to add oil between oil changes use any high quality petroleum - or synthetic-based oil with correct
specifications. If engine oil viscosity grade SAE 5W-40 is not available, you can also use SAE 5W-30.
To assure that the oil you use is of the highest quality required by your car the following terms must appear on the oil container singly or in combination
with other designations:
Gasoline engine:
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VW 502 00 or VW500 00 or VW501 01
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ACEA A2 or ACEA A3
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API Service SJ
Diesel engine:
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VW 505 00
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ACEA B3 or ACEA B4
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API Service CF4 or API Service CG4
General recommendations:
If SAE 5W-40 or 5W-3O viscosity grade oil is not available in your area, be sure to always use a viscosity grade suitable for the climate and seasonal
conditions that exist where the vehicle is being operated. Always make sure that the oil meets the quality standards listed above.
Engine oil identification symbol:
Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle will be identified with a new "starburst" symbol A. The starburst symbol indicates that the oil has been
certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Another oil identification symbol B could be added to the oil container to help you select the correct oil.
1 - The top portion indicates the oil quality by API designations.
2 - The center portion shows the SAE oil viscosity grade.
3 - The lower portion indicates that the oil has fuel saving capabilities.
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