{"id":783,"date":"2026-07-06T05:53:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T09:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2010-volkswagen-touareg-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T05:53:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T09:53:16","slug":"2010-volkswagen-touareg-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2010-volkswagen-touareg-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2010 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L V6 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg with the 3.0L 6-cylinder CATA B Diesel Turbo engine, the oil capacity is 8.8 quarts (with filter). The recommended viscosity is 5W-30. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> (AELQT-EA<\/a>) to meet the unique demands of this European diesel engine.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The engine requires a 5W-30 viscosity oil. The AMSOIL lookup specifies the SEO77 oil grade for this application. If a synthetic oil meeting the applicable Audi or Volkswagen quality standards with the recommended viscosity is unavailable, you should use a viscosity grade suitable for your specific climate and operating conditions while ensuring it meets the required Audi\/Volkswagen quality standards.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup for your 2010 Volkswagen Touareg, the following products are recommended for optimal maintenance and protection.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/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

Air Filter:<\/strong> MANN-FILTERS Air Filters<\/a> (C39219-EA<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Transmission & Coolant<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Multi-Vehicle 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\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<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Differential Lubricants<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\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>\nAMSOIL Lookup Grade<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
5W-30<\/td>\nSEO77<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

The AMSOIL lookup note references Audi and Volkswagen oil quality standards for this application.<\/p>\n

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

The total capacity is 8.8 quarts when replacing the filter. For proper filling, follow this procedure: add 0.5L (0.5 qt) less than the full capacity, start and run the engine until it reaches approximately 60\u00b0C (140\u00b0F), switch off, wait 3 minutes, check the dipstick, and then fill to the full mark.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Torque Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nTorque Value<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug (M24 THRD)<\/td>\n37 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug (M14 THRD)<\/td>\n22 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid Specifications<\/h2>\n

For the 6-speed 09D automatic transmission, the total fill capacity is 12.7 quarts. The AMSOIL lookup notes that this application references Audi\/VW Part number G 055 025 (A2).<\/p>\n

Differential and Coolant Specifications<\/h2>\n

Front Differential<\/h3>\n

The front differential (0AA) has a capacity of 2.1 pints. The lookup notes reference Audi\/VW part numbers G 052 145 A1, G 052 145 A2, or G 052 145 S2.<\/p>\n

Rear Differential<\/h3>\n

Capacity varies by configuration:<\/p>\n