Maintenance and Fluid Information for 1986 Volkswagen QUANTUM 2.2L
Access specific fluid capacities and maintenance intervals for your 1986 Volkswagen QUANTUM 2.2L below. These details assist with routine service tasks and help you manage the upkeep of the vehicle.
How much oil does my 1986 Volkswagen QUANTUM 2.2L take when the oil filter is changed?
With the oil filter changed, the listed engine-oil capacity is 4 quarts with filter.
Which oil filter is listed for my 1986 Volkswagen QUANTUM 2.2L, and what is the filter number?
The oil-filter part numbers listed for this vehicle include EAO34-EA.
What engine oil does my 1986 Volkswagen QUANTUM 2.2L take?
20W-50 is the engine-oil viscosity listed for this vehicle.
Vehicle-Specific Recall Note
NHTSA campaign 87V069000 relates to the vehicle speed control component on certain 1986 Volkswagen Quantum models. The campaign identifies that excessive wear of the idle stabilizer could cause idle fluctuations, which may result in unsatisfactory driveability. The identified remedy is to replace the idle stabilizer. Because this information represents general year/make/model recall data, a VIN-level recall check is required to determine whether a specific vehicle is affected or if an unrepaired recall remains open.
Engine Oil Notes
Confirm any applicable vehicle-manufacturer requirements before ordering oil or servicing the vehicle.

