Engine Oil
5W-40
Full Synthetic
Oil Filter
021115562A
Volkswagen (OEM)
OEM spec: VW 508.00
The 2005 Volkswagen Touareg uses 5W-40 Full Synthetic. The OEM oil filter is the Volkswagen 021115562A, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 2 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
Using the OEM filter (Volkswagen 021115562A) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-40 Full Synthetic as specified by Volkswagen — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-40
Oil type Full Synthetic
OEM spec VW 508.00
Filter Options
Volkswagen 021115562A OEM
Buy Volkswagen 077115562 OEM
Buy Volkswagen 07Z115562 OEM
Buy VW OEM cartridge 021 115 562 A: 2.8L/3.2L/3.6L VR6 (Touareg 2004-13, B5 Passat GLX/W8)
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Drain bolt specs not yet added.
Type VW G 055 025
Capacity 3.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 4
Change interval 30,000 mi
Type G13
Color Purple
Capacity 6 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Platinum
Gap 0.032
Quantity 4
Change interval 60,000 mi
Volkswagen 101-905-606-A OEM
Buy Volkswagen 101-905-616 OEM
Buy Volkswagen 101-905-615-A OEM
Buy Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Air Filter
Volkswagen 7L0-129-620 OEM
Buy Cabin Air Filter
Volkswagen 7E0-819-631 OEM
Buy Brake Pads
Volkswagen 7L6-698-451-H OEM
Buy Volkswagen 7L0-698-151-AG OEM
Buy Volkswagen 7L0-698-151-S OEM
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
12mm thread, aluminum head
13 ft-lb · 17.6 Nm
04V592000
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR THE PURPOSES OF CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION. THE BELT MAY DEACTIVATE THE ALR MODE WITH CERTAIN CHILD RESTRAINTS.
17V583000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
All categories AIR BAGS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD UNKNOWN OR OTHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE CHILD SEAT:LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP TIRES ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN EQUIPMENT EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER POWER TRAIN SERVICE BRAKES EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. PARKING BRAKE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) SUSPENSION WHEELS STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTENNA VISIBILITY/WIPER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: OIL COOLER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
0417 AIR BAGS 2005-05-23
AIRBAG MONITORING LIGHT ON, PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS), DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 02511 014 STORED. *TT
0402 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION 2004-11-19
STARTER DOES NOT CRANK, ENGINE DOES NOT START. *TC
0403 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS 2004-11-12
FRONT DISC BRAKES SQUEAL. *TC
Show all 137 TSBs(+134) Private Party
$3,135–$3,465
Dealer Retail
$3,630–$4,125
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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