Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Volkswagen Passat VR6FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 09G | Initial Fill | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 055 025 A2 | Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. | S |
| Brake Fluid | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | VOLKSWAGEN Brake Fluid Standard VW 501 14 | Part No. B 000 750 M3. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 3.6L Eng | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | Phosphate-free Coolant G 012 A8F A4 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 3.6L Eng | w/Filter | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic based oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). | Use only a high-quality engine oil that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard specified for your vehicle's engine. Using any other oil can cause serious engine damage that will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. DO NOT mix any lubricants or other additives into the engine oil. Doing so can cause engine damage. Damage caused by these kinds of additives are not covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. Quantities are approximate. DO NOT overfill. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | Reserve tank capacity: 1.9 gal. Included in total capacity. | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.40 QTS. | 2.27 L | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Oil | Part No. G 052 171 A2. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Electro-mechanical. (no fluid). | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | Windshield Washer Fluid: Concentrate ZVW 177 901/903/904/906 | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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