2016 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Seventh generation facelift Service Intervals
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| 1.0 TSI with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 114 HP engine (2015.5–) | every 60000 km |
| Air filter change interval | every 90000 km / 6 years |
| AWD clutch oil change interval | every 3 years |
| Brake fluid change interval | after 3 years for the first time, then every 2 years |
| Coolant pump drive belt change interval | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| Coolant pump drive belt test mode | first time at 240000 km, then every 30000 km |
| 1.0 TSI with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 114 HP engine (2015.5–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.2 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 103 HP engine (2012.11–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.2 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP at 4300 RPM, 160 N⋅m at 1400 RPM engine (2012.8–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.2 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.2 L 84 HP engine (2012.8–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.4 GTE Hybrid with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 148 HP at 5000 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2014.5–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.4 TSI MultiFuel with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 121 HP engine (2013.4–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.4 TSI MultiFuel with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 123 HP at 5000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 1400 RPM engine (2013.12–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 121 HP engine (2012.11–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 121 HP engine (2012.11–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 121 HP engine (2012.11–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 109 HP engine (2014.5–) | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| All other modifications | every 210000 km |
| Engine timing belt test mode | first time at 240000 km, then every 30000 km |
| Engine control unit tensioning roller change interval | every 210000 km |
| Panoramic sunroof | first in 60000 km / 3 years, and then every 60000 km / 2 years |
| Xenon headlamp | first at 30000 km / 2 years, then every 30000 km / 1 years |
| With inspection service | first in 60000 km / 3 years, and then every 60000 km / 2 years |
| Front axle automatic locking differential fluid change interval | every 3 years |
| Fuel filter change interval | every 90000 km |
| 0CW transmission | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 0D9 transmission | every 60000 km |
| 0D9 transmission | every 60000 km |
| Interior filter change interval | every 60000 km / 2 years |
| Particle filter test interval | first time at 210000 km, then every 30000 km |
| Spark plug change interval | every 60000 km / 4 years |
| 0DD transmission | every 60000 km |
| 0CW transmission | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| 0D9 transmission | every 60000 km |
| 0D9 transmission | every 60000 km |
| 2.0 GTI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 208 HP engine (2013.11–) | Check tyre repair kit durability. |
| 2.0 GTI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 208 HP engine (2013.11–) | Check tyre repair kit durability. |
| 2.0 GTI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 4500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2013.4–) | Check tyre repair kit durability. |
| 2.0 GTI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP engine (2013.4–) | Check tyre repair kit durability. |
| All other modifications | every 4 years |
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- All-wheel Drive Clutch Oil Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Service Intervals
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 Golf Hatchback 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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2016 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback generations
In 2016 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Golf Hatchback. Service intervals may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.