Engine Oil
5W-40
Full Synthetic
Oil Filter
021115562A
Volkswagen (OEM)
OEM spec: VW 508.00
The 2008 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 4 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 2008 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 079198405E 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 101-905-622 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-N OEM
Buy Volkswagen 7L0-698-151-AG OEM
Buy Volkswagen 7L6-698-151-K OEM
Buy Wiper Blades
Volkswagen 7L0-998-002-A
Buy Volkswagen 7L6-955-425-E
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
07V285000
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS." THE OWNER'S MANUAL IS MISSING THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.
08V035000
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FUEL SUPPLY LINE WAS CHANGED DURING PRODUCTION WHICH COULD LEAD TO INSUFFICIENT SEALING OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE CONNECTOR.
09V248000
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 14,416 MY 2007-2009 TOUAREG VEHICLES. THE FASTENING STRUTS ON THE ROOF EDGE SPOILER CAN CRACK, CAUSING THE SPOILER TO BECOME LOOSE AND POSSIBLY DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING, EVEN THOUGH INITIALLY THE SPOILER MAY FEEL SECURE.
Show all 4 recalls All categories STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM CHILD SEAT:LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP UNKNOWN OR OTHER WHEELS EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER SERVICE BRAKES EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY VISIBILITY/WIPER EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. PARKING BRAKE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) POWER TRAIN SUSPENSION EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:PRESSURE GUAGE TIRES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:POSITION/LIMIT SENSOR/SWITCH COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTENNA ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL BACK OVER PREVENTION POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: OIL COOLER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) STRUCTURE VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
2014628 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR 2007-05-03
DOOR, FRONT OR REAR INNER RELEASE HANDLE REMAINS IN OPEN POSITION WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE. *KB
900792 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 2007-11-30
VOLKSWAGEN - 2006 PASSAT, 2008 TOUAREG U.S. VEHICLES - ODOMETER DISPLAY. *NJ
010769 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2007-12-13
MIL ON, DTC P129F AND/OR P310B STORED IN ECM FAULT MEMORY. *NJ
Show all 155 TSBs(+152) Private Party
$3,990–$4,410
Dealer Retail
$4,620–$5,250
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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