For 2009 Transporter Van T5 Volkswagen recommends to use: G 12 Plus cooling fluids and genuine OEM cooling fluids with following part numbers: TL 774 F, and TL 774-G. To select the right cooling fluid see the table below.

How much cooling fluid you need to put into 2009 Transporter Van depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 101 HP at 3500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.6–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
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) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 83 HP engine (2006.1–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 84 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 7.5 US qt.
Part number: TL 774-G
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) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 129 HP engine (2004.7–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
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) 7.5 US qt.
Part number: TL 774 F
2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 172 HP engine (2004.7–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Part number: TL 774 F
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) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
2.5 TDI with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 129 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
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) 7.5 US qt.
Part number: TL 774 F
2.5 TDI with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 172 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Part number: TL 774 F
2.5 TDi with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2003.11–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Part number: TL 774 F
3.2 V6 4motion with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2003.11–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
3.2 V6 4motion with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2003.11–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2004.2–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2004.2–2009.11) 7.5 US qt.
Cooling fluid: G 12 Plus
All other modifications 11.62 US qt.
Part number: TL 774-G

Changing cooling fluid it's a bit tricky process but it can be done by yourself. The whole process will take 12 hours because you need to cool down the engine, and it will save you up to $150.

To replace coolant in 2009 Volkswagen Transporter Van first you need to flush old fluid. Start with a cool engine. Drain the overflow reservoir first, then open the radiator cap, and open the radiator drain cock. After that check for cooling fluid drain plugs on the engine block. If your car have those unscrew them and drain coolant from the engine block. If you want to clean the system pour coolant cleaner and start the engine. Read the coolant cleaner manual and follow the product directions. Then flush coolant cleaner as you've flushed coolant before. The final step is to pour new coolant.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 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.

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 Van 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 2009 Volkswagen Transporter Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2009 Volkswagen Transporter Van generations

In 2009 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Van. Cooling fluid capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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