Volkswagen (VW) Eurovan, 7D (USA / CAN)

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Volkswagen Eurovan, 7D (USA / CAN) uses differential fluid with a capacity of 1,15 liters. Service intervals require a check every 20000 miles. The data covers 2 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
  • Eurovan 2.8 V6 24V (150 kW) (2000-2004)
  • From automatic
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,15 liter
  • Check 20000 miles
  • Eurovan 2.8 VR6 (103 kW) (1999-2000)
  • From automatic
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,15 liter
  • Check 20000 miles

Additional Notes

  • Both configurations listed carry a differential fluid capacity of 1.15 liters, which is a relatively modest fill volume consistent with a compact rear differential unit rather than a larger axle assembly requiring a full overhaul quantity.
  • The 20,000-mile check interval applies under normal use conditions for both the Eurovan 2.8 V6 24V (150 kW) covering 2000-2004 and the Eurovan 2.8 VR6 (103 kW) covering 1999-2000.
  • The note specifying "differential, from automatic" indicates the differential fluid data applies specifically to vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, meaning the differential is integrated with or driven from that transmission configuration.
  • The Volkswagen Eurovan 7D 2.8 V6 24V at 150 kW and the 2.8 VR6 at 103 kW represent two distinct engine variants across the 1999-2004 span, yet both share an identical differential fluid capacity of 1.15 liters and the same 20,000-mile check interval under normal use.
  • A 20,000-mile check interval, rather than a defined change interval, suggests the service procedure at that mileage is an inspection of fluid level and condition rather than a mandatory full drain and refill.

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