Volkswagen (VW) Jetta Sportwagen, 1K5 (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen, 1K5 (USA / CAN) requires automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 5,2 to 7,2 liters. Service intervals consist of 40000 miles and 50000 miles. The data covers 4 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
Jetta Sportwagen 2.0 TDI (103 kW) (2007-2009)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Refill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E 6/1
Jetta Sportwagen 2.0 TSI (147 kW) (2007-2009)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,2 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 5,2 liter (Refill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: DSG 02E 6/1
Jetta Sportwagen 2.5 (125 kW) (2007-2009)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Change 40000 miles
  • Code: 09G 6/1
Jetta Sportwagen 2.5 (125 kW) (2007-2009)
  • Use: Normal, MY 2009
  • Capacity 7 liter (Initial fill)
  • Change 50000 miles
  • Code: 09G 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The Volkswagen (VW) Jetta Sportwagen 1K5 carries two distinct initial fill capacities depending on engine and transmission type: 7.2 liters for the semi-automatic transaxle paired with the 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TSI engines, and 7.0 liters for the automatic transaxle paired with the 2.5 engine.
  • An initial fill capacity represents the total fluid volume required when filling a dry or overhauled transmission, whereas a refill capacity reflects only the volume displaced during a standard fluid service.
  • The 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TSI semi-automatic transaxle configurations carry a refill capacity of 5.2 liters, meaning roughly 2.0 liters remain in the unit during a routine service drain.
  • No separate refill capacity is listed for the 2.5 automatic transaxle, with only the 7.0-liter initial fill value present in the specifications.
  • The 2.0 TDI (103 kW) and 2.0 TSI (147 kW) semi-automatic transaxle configurations share identical capacity values and a 40,000-mile change interval under normal use conditions across the 2007-2009 model years.
  • The 2.5 (125 kW) automatic transaxle has a 40,000-mile change interval under severe use conditions, while the same engine under normal use conditions for the 2009 model year carries a longer 50,000-mile interval.
  • The difference between the 40,000-mile severe interval and the 50,000-mile normal interval on the 2.5 automatic transaxle reflects how operating conditions directly affect the recommended service frequency, with severe use demanding more frequent fluid replacement.
  • The normal use condition on the 2.5 automatic transaxle is specifically attributed to the 2009 model year, distinguishing it from the broader 2007-2009 severe use entry that covers the full production span listed.

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