2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis T5 Engine Oil Capacity
For 2003 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis T5 Volkswagen recommends to use: VW 505 01, VW 501 01, VW 502 00, VW 504 00, VW 506 01, and VW 507 00 engine oils. To select the right engine oil see the table below.
How much engine oil you need to put into 2003 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis depends on conditions listed below.
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| Condition | Volume |
|---|
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP at 3500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.4–2009.11) | 6.13 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 505 01 | |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 84 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11) | 6.13 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 505 01 | |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) | 5.28 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 501 01, VW 502 00, VW 504 00 | |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 129 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.4–2009.11) | 7.82 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 506 01, VW 507 00 | |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 129 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 172 HP at 3500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.4–2009.11) | 7.82 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 506 01, VW 507 00 | |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 172 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11) | 7.82 US qt. |
| 3.2 4motion with gasoline vr-6 3.2 L 228 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2900 RPM engine (2003.11–2009.11) | 6.45 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 501 01, VW 502 00, VW 504 00 | |
| 3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2003.8–2006.5) | 6.45 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 501 01, VW 502 00, VW 504 00 | |
| All other modifications | 7.4 US qt. |
| Engine oil: VW 507 00 | |
Replacing engine oil in your 2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis is quite an easy task. It's a bit dirty, but everyone can handle it. It will take about 30–60 minutes depends on your skill level and might save you $10–$30 depends on the region you live in.
First unscrew the refill cap on the top of the engine. Use a ratchet with the correct size head to unscrew the drain plug on the engine oil pan located on the bottom side of the engine, and drain old oil. You might need to unscrew a few more screws to remove protection covers underneath your car to get access to the oil pan and the oil filter. Then using an oil filter wrench unscrew the old oil filter. Then lubricate a new filter rubber gasket with clean engine oil and install the new filter. Install a new drain plug, and with help of a funnel refill the engine with new engine oil.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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.
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- 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
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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 2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis generations
In 2003 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Flatbed and Chassis. Engine oil capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.