2008 Volkswagen Transporter Van T5 Axle Oil Capacity
For 2008 Transporter Van T5 Volkswagen recommends to use: API GL-5, and SAE 75W-90 transmission oils and genuine OEM transmission oil with a part number: G 052 145 A1. To select the right transmission oil see the table below.
How much transmission oil you need to put into 2008 Transporter Van depends on conditions listed below.
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| Condition | Volume |
|---|
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 129 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2004.7–2009.11) | 1.27 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 129 HP engine (2004.7–2009.11) | 1.27 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 172 HP at 3500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2004.7–2009.11) | 1.27 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 172 HP engine (2004.7–2009.11) | 1.27 US qt. |
| Transmission oil: API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | |
| All other modifications | 1.27 US qt. |
| Part number: G 052 145 A1 | |
Axle oil replacement in 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Van might take 30–60 minutes, and will save you $30–$50 depends on the region you live in. The process is simple and requires minimum skills and time.
Unscrew the refill plug first then unscrew the drain plug. Use a spanner or a retched with the correct size head. When axle oil is completely drained screw the drain plug back with a new gasket. Complete the process by refilling the axle with new oil.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Van 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
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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Doing basic service for your 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.