1972 Volkswagen Beetle Oil.

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MR2TEK3
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1972 Volkswagen Beetle 4 cyl Manual

How do I change the oil? Also how much oil will I need to fill it back up?
Jul 12, 2010 at 5:23 AM
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JALOPYPAPA
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remove the plug in the center of the circular plate on the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil. Remove the plate (10 mm wrench for the nuts around the edge). Remove the wire strainer and clean. Reassemble and top up with oil. Sorry, I forget how much.
Jul 12, 2010 at 8:42 AM
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CIFBALLER
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There is also a gasket that should be replaced if you don't want any leaks, but it's no big deal if you reuse the old one. Just be sure to have the valves adjusted every 6000 miles or so.
Aug 8, 2010 at 9:56 PM
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