Volkswagen (VW) 411/412/ Type 4 (EU)

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Volkswagen 411/412/ Type 4 (EU) differential fluid capacity is 1 liter. Service intervals include a check every 10000 km. The data covers 3 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
  • 412 (1972-1974)
  • From automatic
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
  • Check 10000 km
  • 411E (1970-1972)
  • From automatic
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
  • Check 10000 km
  • 411 (1968-1972)
  • From automatic
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1 liter
  • Check 10000 km

Additional Notes

  • The Volkswagen 411/412 Type 4 differential fluid capacity is listed at 1 liter across all three configurations covered in the specifications.
  • A 1-liter capacity figure for a differential is a relatively modest volume, consistent with the compact integrated transaxle design common to rear-engined Volkswagen models of the era.
  • The note "differential, from automatic" indicates the specifications apply specifically to the differential unit as part of the automatic transmission assembly, not a manual transaxle configuration.
  • The 411 (1968-1972) and 411E (1970-1972) share identical differential fluid specifications, with a 1-liter capacity and a 10,000 km check interval under normal use conditions.
  • The 412 (1972-1974) carries forward the same 1-liter capacity and 10,000 km check interval that applied to the earlier 411 variants, reflecting continuity in the differential design between the two model generations.
  • The service interval is expressed as a fluid level check at 10,000 km rather than a drain-and-fill interval, meaning the specification governs inspection frequency rather than a full fluid replacement cycle.
  • All three configurations are rated under normal use conditions, which in service interval terminology refers to standard operating environments as opposed to severe or demanding duty cycles.

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