Skoda Roomster, 5J
Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval
Skoda Roomster 5J uses automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 1,7 to 7 liters. Service intervals require a check every 15000 km or 12 months. The data covers 3 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| Roomster 1.2 TSI (77 kW) (2010-2015) |
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| Roomster 1.6 16V (2010-2015) |
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| Roomster 1.6 16V (2006-2010) |
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Additional Notes
- The Skoda Roomster 5J 1.2 TSI (77 kW) carries a notably low automatic transmission fluid capacity of 1.7 liters, which reflects the compact nature of a semi-automatic transaxle unit compared to a conventional fully automatic gearbox.
- The 1.6 16V from 2006-2010 holds 7 liters of automatic transmission fluid, a figure typical of a full transaxle overhaul or dry fill, where the torque converter and all internal passages are refilled from an empty state.
- The same 1.6 16V engine paired with an automatic transaxle in the 2010-2015 production period carries a slightly reduced capacity of 6.7 liters, a 0.3-liter difference from the earlier generation of the same configuration.
- All three configurations share an identical service check interval of 15,000 km or 12 months under normal use conditions, meaning the interval applies to routine operating environments rather than demanding or high-stress driving cycles.
- The semi-automatic transaxle on the 1.2 TSI (77 kW) operates on a fundamentally different mechanical principle than the fully automatic transaxle on the 1.6 16V, which accounts for the substantial difference in fluid capacity between the two transmission types.
- The 15,000 km or 12-month check interval is consistent across both the semi-automatic and fully automatic transaxle variants, indicating a uniform inspection schedule regardless of transmission type within the Roomster 5J range.