Coolant for VW Cabrio

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KKJETZ
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I have a '99 VW Cabrio and need to add coolant. The manual specifies that I must put in VW coolant. Is this true, or can I put in Penzoil or some other brand? What is the difference? Thank you.
Nov 6, 2007 at 5:11 AM
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MERLIN2021
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VW says..Coolant G 012 A8D A1 can be used only in older cars and only after a complete flush! Now you would need to call a parts store or VW parts dept, to see what this number crosses to! Or engine damage will result!
Nov 6, 2007 at 7:05 AM
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