2003 VW Beetle GLS

2.0 litre, 4 cylinder engine with 8 valves, 115HP and manual 5-speed transmission. These are my own notes for my own vehicle. Use at your own risk. Always consult your vehicle’s official manual.

Engine2.0 litre, 4 cylinder SOHC 8V
115 hp (85 kW) @ 5200 rpm
122 lb⋅ft (165 N⋅m) @ 2600 rpm
10.0:1 compression ratio
55L gasoline fuel capacity
Oil

5W40 for Canadian Climate
Oil capacity: 4.2L (with filter change)
Pennzoil Platinum Euro 5W40 Synthetic Engine/Motor Oil, 5-L
Oil Filters
Amsoil EAO34-EA
Mobil 1 M1-205
FRAM XG2870A Ultra Synthetic
K&N HP2009 <– CHECK
FRAM PH2870A Extra Guard
VW  06A115561B

Oil Drain Bolt 
Thread: Mxx x yy x zzzz. Use xxmm socket to remove. Tighten to xx ft/lb.
Wheel lug nut tightening torque88 lb*ft / XX.X. kg*m / 120 N*m
Stock OEM Rims & Tires
Bolt pattern: 5x100mm
Center Bore: 57.1mm
Lug nut thread size: M14x1.5mm
Wheel / Rim Size
6Jx15, Offset:38mm (Acceptable range 30mm to 43mm)

Tires
195/65R15
Tire PressureXX psi / [TODO] kPa under all loads
Light BulbsFront low beam:
Front high beam:
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Light:
Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Light:
SparkplugsPart #:
Gap:
Install Torque:
Thread: 
Hex Tool Size: 5/8″


Coolant: G12 A8D (Red/Pink)

Engine code: AVH

Transmission code: EGT

Paint Code: LGV6
Interior: WE

Front Hood Emblem: 1C0-853-617-A-WV9

Rear Hood Emblem: 1Y0-853-630-WV9

Upgraded Front Hood Emblem
p/n 1C0 853 617 A WV9, 1C0 853 617 B ULM

Rear Trunk Emblem (non-swivel/no key cylinder)
p/n 1C0 853 630 K WV9