{"id":109,"date":"2026-05-18T20:05:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T00:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-volkswagen-touareg-3-0l-diesel-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-05-23T20:05:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-24T00:05:36","slug":"2016-volkswagen-touareg-3-0l-diesel-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-volkswagen-touareg-3-0l-diesel-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel Maintenance Guide | Oil & Fluids"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What oil does a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg with the 3.0L 6-cylinder (Engine Code CNRB G) diesel engine requires a 5W-30 viscosity motor oil. For a standard oil change including a filter, the required capacity is 8.1 quarts. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (AELQT-EA<\/a>) for this application.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup data, the following products are recommended for your 2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel:<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nProduct Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Engine Oil<\/td>\n5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a><\/td>\nAELQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nPassenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/a><\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant (Concentrate)<\/td>\nPropylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/a><\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission<\/td>\nSignature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/a><\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission (OE)<\/td>\nOE Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/a><\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Differential (Front)<\/td>\n75W-90 Long Life 100% Synthetic Gear Lube<\/a><\/td>\nFGRQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Brake Fluid<\/td>\nDOT 3 and DOT 4 100% Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/a><\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power Steering Fluid<\/td>\n100% Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Power Steering Fluid<\/a><\/td>\nPSFCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications and Details<\/h2>\n

Proper lubrication is vital for the 3.0L CNRB G diesel engine to maintain performance and protect emissions components.<\/p>\n

Oil Viscosity and Capacity<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n
Viscosity<\/td>\n5W-30 (All TEMPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n8.1 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note:<\/strong> If synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi\/Volkswagen quality standard with the recommended viscosity is unavailable, use a grade suitable for your local climate and operating conditions. Ensure the oil meets the required Audi\/Volkswagen standards.<\/p>\n

Oil Change Service Data<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n
Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n22 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maintenance Note<\/td>\nReplace drain plug seal during service. Check oil level after refill.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Oil Filter and Air Filter<\/h3>\n

No recommendations available from source data for the oil filter, air filter, or oil vapor filter.<\/p>\n

Transmission and Differential Specifications<\/h2>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)<\/h3>\n

For the 8-speed 0C8 automatic transmission:<\/p>\n

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Total Fill Capacity<\/td>\n13.5 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Front Differential Lubricant<\/h3>\n

The AMSOIL lookup note references Audi\/VW part numbers G 052 145 A1, G 052 145 A2 (superseded by G 052 145 S2), and G 052 145 S2.<\/p>\n

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Capacity<\/td>\n1.7 pints<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

For this application, AMSOIL lists 75W-90 Long Life 100% Synthetic Gear Lube<\/a> (FGRQT-EA<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n

Owners of the 3.0L CNRB diesel engine should focus on several key areas to ensure longevity:<\/p>\n