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Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-10-29 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2018 Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) Note: Part No. G 052 535 M2.

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201820183.70 OZS. (0.1 L) Note: Part No. G 052 535 M2.

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2018 Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) Note: Part No. G 052 535 M2.

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Air Cond Compressor Oil3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) Note: Part No. G 052 535 M2.
Air Cond Refrigerant1.45 LBS. (0.65 KG) — R-1234yf
Automatic Transmission Fluid7.40 QTS. (7 L) — VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 055 540 A2 Note: Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid1.30 QTS. (1.23 L) Note: Part No. B 000 750 M3. Part numbers are for reference only.
Differential Gear Oil1.00 QTS. (0.94 L) Note: Part No. G 052 145 S2. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Engine Coolant21.10 QTS. (19.96 L) Note: Part No. G 013 A8J M1. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Engine Oil (3.6L Eng)5.80 QTS. (5.48 L) — Castrol EDGE Professional SAE 5W-40. VW 502 00 Note: Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Power Steering FluidNote: Part No. G 004 000 M2. Part numbers are for reference only.
Transfer Case Fluid0.95 QTS. (0.89 L) Note: Part No. G 052 145 S2. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Windshield Washer FluidNote: Part No. G 052 164 M2. Part numbers are for reference only.
Notes
  • →Part No. G 052 535 M2.
  • →Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
  • →Part No. B 000 750 M3. Part numbers are for reference only.
  • →Part No. G 052 145 S2. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
  • →Part No. G 013 A8J M1. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
  • →Refer to Technical Bulletin 2012855 for engine oils meeting the required VW oil quality standards. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
  • →Part No. G 004 000 M2. Part numbers are for reference only.
  • →Part No. G 052 164 M2. Part numbers are for reference only.

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Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition use?
2018 Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) Note: Part No. G 052 535 M2.
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Volkswagen Atlas Launch Edition?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Published by AllOEMManuals, founded by Lyndon Bedford, an automotive technician with 20 years of experience. He owned and operated a mechanic shop in Hurst, Texas from 2014 to 2022 and continues hands-on repair work.

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Last updated: 2026-10-29

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