{"id":591,"date":"2026-06-23T10:11:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T14:11:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2008-volkswagen-touareg-5-0l-10-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-23T10:11:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T14:11:27","slug":"2008-volkswagen-touareg-5-0l-10-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2008-volkswagen-touareg-5-0l-10-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2008 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil & Fluid Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg with the 5.0L 10-cylinder BWF W Diesel Turbo engine, the required oil viscosity is 5W-30. The total engine oil capacity is 14.3 quarts when performing a service with a filter change. AMSOIL recommends AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (AELQT-EA<\/a>) for this application.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2008 Volkswagen Touareg with the BWF engine requires a 5W-30 viscosity oil grade (SEO77). The AMSOIL lookup note specifies that if a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standards is not available, you should use a viscosity grade suitable for your specific climate and operating conditions while ensuring it meets the listed Audi\/Volkswagen quality standards.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the vehicle specifications, the following AMSOIL products are recommended for your 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 5.0L V10 Diesel.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\nAELQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Filter Type<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
MANN-FILTERS Air Filter<\/td>\nC39219-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant & Brake Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL DOT 3 and DOT 4 100% Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Transmission & Differential Fluids<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 75W-90 Long Life 100% Synthetic Gear Lube<\/td>\nFGRQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Viscosity<\/th>\nOil Grade (AMSOIL Lookup)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
5W-30<\/td>\nSEO77<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note:<\/strong> The AMSOIL lookup note references Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards for this application. Specific standard numbers were not confirmed from source data.<\/p>\n

How much oil does it take with a filter change?<\/h3>\n

The total capacity for the 5.0L V10 engine is 14.3 quarts including the filter. For proper filling, follow this procedure: Add 0.5L (0.5 qt) less than the full capacity shown, start the engine and run it until it reaches approximately 60 C (140 F). Switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, check the dipstick, and then fill to the full mark indicated on the dipstick.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/h3>\n

The oil drain plug torque specification is 22 ft\/lbs. It is recommended to replace the drain plug with a new one after each removal.<\/p>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Specifications<\/h2>\n

For vehicles equipped with the 6-speed 09D automatic transmission, the total fill capacity is 9.5 quarts. The AMSOIL lookup note references Audi\/VW Part number G 055 025 (A2).<\/p>\n

Differential Lubricant Specifications<\/h2>\n

The front and rear differential capacities vary based on your specific vehicle configuration.<\/p>\n

Front Differential<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
0AA Front<\/td>\n2.1 pints<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

The AMSOIL lookup note references Audi\/VW Part numbers G 052 145 A1, G 052 145 A2, or G 052 145 S2 for this application.<\/p>\n

Rear Differential<\/h3>\n
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Configuration<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
With Locking Diff<\/td>\n2.6 pints<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

This capacity applies to code letters: FKS, FKU, FKV, FKW, FWC, GFC, GFD, GLP, GLQ, GLR, GLS, GMP only. The AMSOIL lookup note references Audi\/VW Part numbers G 052 145 A1, G 052 145 A2, or G 052 145 S2.<\/p>\n

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