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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN 4MOTION (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSCAPACITY SPECIFICATIONSTRANSFER CASEFLUID - TRANSFER CASE
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4Motion (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)
Fluid - Transfer Case
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4Motion (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION Fluid - Transfer Case
Capacities
Planetary gearbox
Initial filling 9.0L
Changing approx. 2.6 - 3.0L
Note:VW ATF (available as a replacement part) is the only ATF that can be used in the all wheel drive automatic transmission 01V.
Front final drive
Initial filling approx. 0.75L
Changing Filled for life, No change
Center differential
Initial filling approx 0.8L
Changing Filled for life, No change
Rear final drive
Initial filling 1.5L
Changing Filled for life, No change
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.