Volkswagen (VW) Beetle, 5C1 (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Volkswagen Beetle, 5C1 (USA / CAN) automatic transmission fluid capacities range from 3 to 7,2 liters. Service intervals include checks at 10000 miles or 12 months, and fluid changes at 40000, 50000, or 80000 miles. The data covers 11 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
Beetle 2.0 TDI (110 kW) (2014-2016)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Service fill)
  • Capacity 3-4 liter (Mechatronic Only)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E (DQ250) 6/1
Beetle 1.8 TSI (2013-2016)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3 liter (Refill)
  • Check 10000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: 09G 6/1
Beetle 1.8 TSI (2013-2016)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3 liter (Refill)
  • Change 80000 miles
  • Code: 09G 6/1
Beetle 2.0 TDI (2013-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Service fill)
  • Capacity 3-4 liter (Mechatronic Only)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E (DQ250) 6/1
Beetle 2.0 TSI (155 kW) (2013-2016)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E (DQ250) 6/1
Beetle 2.5 (2013-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: 09G 6/1
Beetle 2.0 TDI (2012-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,9-7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Service fill)
  • Capacity 3-4 liter (Mechatronic Only)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E (DQ250) 6/1
Beetle 2.0 TSI (155 kW) (2012-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E (DQ250) 6/1
Beetle 2.5 (2012-2012)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: 09G 6/1
Beetle 2.0 TSI (147 kW) (2011-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E (DQ250) 6/1
Beetle 2.5 (2011-2012)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 3 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: 09G 6/1

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