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Recommended oil for my 1990 Vanagon
| Product Name | Product Description | Capacities | Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| XL 10W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil | Protect your Vanagon now with Amsoil products! Made in USA! | With filter 4.8 quarts After refill check oil level. |
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| Premium Protection 10W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil | Protect your vehicle with the world's best synthetic oil for your Vanagon! | With filter 4.8 quarts After refill check oil level. |
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| SAE 5W-40 MS Synthetic European Motor Oil | Amsoil is high technology oil and leaves the competition behind! Get the best for your Vanagon. | With filter 4.8 quarts After refill check oil level. |
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Recommended oil filters for my 1990 Vanagon
| Product Name | Product Description | Product |
|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Ea Oil Filters | Use this oil filter with Amsoil synthetic oil! Recommended for 25,000 miles/one year, whichever comes first, for normal driving conditions or 15,000 miles/one year, whichever comes first for severe conditions. Protect your 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon and enjoy longer service intervals while reducing engine wear with this filter! |
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Recommended transmission fluids for my 1990 Vanagon
| Product Name | Note | Capacities | Product Description | Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube 75W-90 | Manual Transmission Fluid |
091 (4-SPD) 5.3 pints Correct oil level will be approximately 15 mm below bottom of fill plug opening.
094 (5-SPD) 5.3 pints Correct oil level will be approximately 15 mm below bottom of fill plug opening. |
This synthetic manual transmission and transaxle gear lube is made to protect from friction and keep viscosity for extended component and fluid life. You will get smooth and fast performance from synchronizers and gears. Enjoy quick and smooth shifting. It is made to exceed protection under severe conditions and it blows the doors off of regular fluids which are limited in protection. Protect your 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon. |
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| Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid | Automatic Transmission Fluid (1) Verify fluid before topping off. DEXRON II could have been replaced with Esso Type LT 71141, P/N G 052 162 (-A1, -A2, -A6) which is clear-yellow in color. |
3 speed 090 Total Fill 6.3 quarts 3.2 quarts Initial Fill | Amsoil's Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic automatic transmission fluid is made to blow the doors off any regular or conventional ATF fluids on the market and our oil surpasses the performance needs of most vehicles. Protect your transmission and avoid costly repairs. This fluid has an advanced formula to give awesome top-notch protection under harsh operating conditions. Transmission repairs are expensive so protect your vehicle with this great fluid! |
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| OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid | Automatic Transmission Fluid (1) Verify fluid before topping off. DEXRON II could have been replaced with Esso Type LT 71141, P/N G 052 162 (-A1, -A2, -A6) which is clear-yellow in color. |
3 speed 090 Total Fill 6.3 quarts 3.2 quarts Initial Fill | Outsanding protection and resists varnish! Change interval based on your Vanagon's recommendation. |
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Differential for my Volkswagen Vanagon
| Product Name | Note | Capacities | Product Description | Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEVERE GEAR® 80W-90 | (1) Final drive for Automatic transmission only. | AWD Front 3.2 pints | This lube is made to exceed the requirements of equipment and all vehicles that require SAE 80W-90 viscosity. It is made with synthetic base oils and top additives without adding any wax. Amsoil Severe Gear is solid against thermal breakdown. Will give you awesome protection for bearings and gears and tough against heat which will help extend the life of your equipment and avoid costly repairs. Made in the U.S.A. |
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| SEVERE GEAR® 75W-90 | (1) Final drive for Automatic transmission only. | AWD Front 3.2 pints | This special formula is made for harsh operating conditions that pick-up trucks endure. Also top-notch protection for SUVs, heavy equipment, and other heavy-duty vehicles. Made in the USA. |
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| SEVERE GEAR® 75W-110 | (1) Final drive for Automatic transmission only. | AWD Front 3.2 pints | This is a fantastic lubricant for towing trailers, heavy duty hauling, off road driving/4x4, commercial applications, and for race enthusiasts. This severe gear lube will protect bearings, gears from friction and exceeds performance of any regular gear oil out there! Keep your truck or vehicle out of the shop and avoid costly repairs with this made in the USA lube. |
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| 75W-90 Long Life Synthetic Gear Lube | (1) Audi/VW Part number G 052 145 A1 (500 ml), G 052 145 A2 (1 l), G 052 145 S2 (1 l). Note that G 052 145 A2 was superseded by the manufacturer with the G 052 145 S2. | With AT Rear 2.5 pints Final drive for Automatic transmission only. | Lasts up to 100,000 miles for normal driving conditions or 50,000 for severe conditions or according to the manual for your Vanagon. |
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Recommended coolants for my Volkswagen Vanagon
| Product Name | Product Description | Capacities | Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant | maximum protection for your 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon under extreme temperatures and operating conditions! Lasts up to 150,000 miles or five years! (whichever comes first) |
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| Low Toxicity Antifreeze and Engine Coolant | Lasts in your 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon for up to 150,000 miles or five years! (whichever comes first). Biodegradable! |
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Will switching to synthetic oil improve my vehicle's fuel efficiency? es, switching to synthetic oil can improve your vehicle's fuel efficiency. Synthetic oil offers lower viscosity and reduced friction compared to conventional oil, resulting in less engine drag and improved fuel economy. By providing smoother lubrication and better protection for engine components, synthetic oil helps optimize engine performance and efficiency. While the fuel economy gains may vary depending on factors such as driving habits and vehicle type, many drivers experience noticeable improvements after switching to synthetic oil. Additionally, synthetic oil's longer-lasting properties can reduce the frequency of oil changes, further contributing to fuel savings over time.
