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Condition Value
Air filter change interval every 80000 km / 4 years
Brake fluid change interval every 2 years
expand_moreEngine timing belt change interval
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP at 3600 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2011.11–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2011.11–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 107 HP at 3500 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1575 RPM engine (2011.5–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2011.10–) every 210000 km
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP at 3600 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2011.7–)
In dusty environment every 120000 km
Otherwise every 210000 km
expand_moreAll other modifications
In dusty environment every 100000 km
Otherwise every 200000 km
expand_moreEngine control unit tensioning roller change interval
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP at 3600 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2011.11–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2011.11–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 107 HP at 3500 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1575 RPM engine (2011.5–) every 210000 km
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2011.10–) every 210000 km
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP at 3600 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2011.7–)
In dusty environment every 120000 km
Otherwise every 210000 km
expand_moreAll other modifications
In dusty environment every 100000 km
Otherwise every 200000 km
With inspection service after 3 years for the first time,
then every 80000 km / 2 years
Front axle differential oil change interval every 40000 km
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
Diesel fuel deviation from DIN EN 590 every 40000 km
Otherwise every 120000 km
expand_moreAll other modifications
With bio-diesel every 40000 km
Otherwise every 120000 km
expand_moreFuel filter drain interval
Diesel fuel deviation from DIN EN 590 every 20000 km
Otherwise every 40000 km
expand_moreAll other modifications
With bio-diesel every 20000 km
Otherwise every 40000 km
Interior filter change interval every 80000 km / 2 years
expand_moreParticle filter test interval
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CKTB engines first time at 200000 km, then every
40000 km
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CKTC engines first time at 200000 km, then every
40000 km
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CKUB engines first time at 200000 km, then every
40000 km
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CKUC engines first time at 200000 km, then every
40000 km
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CSNA engines first time at 200000 km, then every
40000 km
All other modifications first time at 160000 km, then every
40000 km
Replace Diesel particulate filter on reaching the limit value of 120 g.
expand_moreRear axle differential oil change interval
All-wheel drive every 40000 km
All other modifications every 320000 km / 10 years
Transfer case oil change interval every 40000 km
Transmission oil change interval every 320000 km / 10 years

To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Volkswagen Crafter Bus service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Volkswagen Crafter Bus user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Crafter Bus service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2012 Volkswagen Crafter Bus you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

Volkswagen Crafter Bus First generation facelift model years

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