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Volkswagen Beetle Dune Fluid Capacities
Factory manual fluid capacities for the Volkswagen Beetle Dune. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.
Last updated: 2026-05-12 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
Quick Answer
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Dune: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — SANDEN
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2018 | 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — SANDEN |
| 2017 | 2017 | 3.90 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46 |
| 2016 | 2016 | 3.90 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46 |
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2018 Volkswagen Beetle Dune: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — SANDEN
Fluid type and capacity can change by engine, drivetrain, and transmission. Verify the exact branch before filling anything. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.
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Open the manual links above to confirm the exact engine and trim branch before ordering parts.
2018
2018Air Cond Compressor Oil3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — SANDEN
Air Cond Refrigerant1.15 LBS. (0.52 KG) — R-1234yf
Automatic Transmission Fluid3.20 QTS. (3.02 L) — VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 055 540 A2 Note: Part numbers are for reference only.
Approximate capacity.
Brake FluidNote: Part No. B 000 750 M3.
Part numbers are for reference only.
Engine Coolant10.60 QTS. (10.03 L) Note: Part No. G 013 A8J M1.
Part numbers are for reference only.
Approximate capacity.
Engine Oil6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — Castrol EDGE Professional Long Life IV SAE 0W-20. VW 508 00., 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.
Windshield Washer FluidNote: Part No. G 052 164 M2.
Part numbers are for reference only.
Notes
- →Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
- →Part No. B 000 750 M3. Part numbers are for reference only.
- →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.
2017
2017Air Cond Compressor Oil3.90 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46
Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 09G)3.20 QTS. (3.02 L) — VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 055 540 A2 Note: Part numbers are for reference only.
Approximate capacity.
Brake FluidNote: Part No. B 000 750 M3.
Part numbers are for reference only.
Engine Coolant (1.8L Eng)8.50 QTS. (8.04 L) — G 13 TL-VW 774 J
Engine Oil (1.8L Eng)5.70 QTS. (5.39 L) — SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). Note: 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.
Manual Transmission Fluid2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) Note: Part No. G 052 527 A2.
Windshield Washer Fluid4.70 QTS. (4.44 L) Note: Part No. G 052 164.
Notes
- →Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
- →Part No. B 000 750 M3. Part numbers are for reference only.
- →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.
- →Part No. G 052 527 A2.
- →Part No. G 052 164.
2016
2016Air Cond Compressor Oil3.90 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46
Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — R-134a
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 09G)3.20 QTS. (3.02 L) — VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 055 540 A2 Note: Part numbers are for reference only.
Approximate capacity.
Brake FluidNote: Part No. B 000 750 M3.
Part numbers are for reference only.
Engine Coolant (1.8L Eng)8.50 QTS. (8.04 L) — G 13 TL-VW 774 J
Engine Oil (1.8L Eng)5.70 QTS. (5.39 L) — SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. Synthetic oils. Engine oil must conform to the exact specification in VW publication VW 502 00 or VW 504 00. See TSB No. 17 09-07 (2012855). Note: 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.
Windshield Washer Fluid4.70 QTS. (4.44 L) Note: Part No. G 052 164.
Notes
- →Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
- →Part No. B 000 750 M3. Part numbers are for reference only.
- →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.
- →Part No. G 052 164.
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Spec Snapshot
- Engine Oil
- 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — Castrol EDGE Professional Long Life IV SAE 0W-20. VW 508 00., 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.
- Engine Coolant
- 10.60 QTS. (10.03 L) Note: Part No. G 013 A8J M1. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- 3.20 QTS. (3.02 L) — VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 055 540 A2 Note: Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity.
Transmission fluid for your gearbox
Fluid choice must match the transmission specification.
Incorrect ATF is a common cause of poor shift quality.
Check Price and FitmentBrake fluid and bleed kit
DOT-rated fluid plus simple bleeding tools.
Moisture-heavy brake fluid lowers boiling performance over time.
Check Price and FitmentLong-neck funnel and extractor
Useful for topping off and moving fluids cleanly.
These save time when the fill point is awkward or hidden.
Check Price and FitmentShop towels and gloves
Basic cleanup gear for any fluid service job.
Cleanup tools make every service easier and safer.
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One-Trip Shopping List
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Fluid Extraction Pump
Cleanly remove old fluids from reservoirs.
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Clean Shop Rags
Lint-free rags for cleaning dipsticks and spills.
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Multi-Purpose Funnel
Long-neck funnel for hard-to-reach fill points.
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Nitrile Gloves
Keep hands clean during multi-fluid maintenance.
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Project Essentials
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is this data from?
- Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
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Written by AllOEMManuals Editorial Team. Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians and updated with factory-reference checks for fitment-sensitive steps.
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Last updated: 2026-05-12