Volkswagen Passat 1.6 3c Oil Type & Capacity

The tables below list available fluid specifications for Volkswagen Passat 1.6 3c and help identify the correct service data before maintenance.

Contents

🚘 Make
Volkswagen
🧩 Model
Passat / Variant / Santana B6
🛠 Generation
Passat / Variant / Santana B6, 3C / 3C2 / 3C5
⚙️ Engine / Trim
Passat 1.6
📅 Years
2005–2010
⛽ Fuel / Drive
Gasoline / fwd

Volkswagen Passat 1.6 3c Maintenance Fluid Guide

Fluid requirements can vary by engine, gearbox, drivetrain and production year, so always match the data to the exact version before service.

Service Notes for Cars

For cars, engine oil viscosity, transmission fluid type and coolant requirements may differ by engine code and market specification.

Volkswagen Passat / Variant / Santana B6 Passat 1.6 Engine Oil — BSE

Use the specified oil viscosity and capacity for Volkswagen Passat 1.6 3c. Incorrect oil grade can affect cold starts, fuel economy and engine protection.

CapacityNot specified — Fluid capacity with filter: 0.5 L
API SpecificationCF, SN, SN Plus, SP, SN
ACEA SpecificationA3, B4
OEM ApprovalDatsun KE90099942DAT, SsangYong 0000000390, SsangYong 0000000399, УАЗ 000000473400700, УАЗ 000101001104001, УАЗ 000101004104001, УАЗ 473400700, Geely 92432F100, Geely 92432F101, Geely 550046104, Renault 7711658110, Renault 7711658111, Renault 7711943689, Renault 7711943690, Renault 7711943691, УАЗ 000000473400600, УАЗ 000101001054002, УАЗ 000101004054002, УАЗ 473400600, BMW 83210144459, BMW 83212365515, BMW 83212405078, BMW 83212405609, BMW 83212405635, BMW 83212406983, FEBI 101140, FEBI 101141, FEBI 101142, FEBI 101143, FEBI 101144, Renault 8671000073, Renault 8671000074, Renault 8671000075, SWAG 30101140, SWAG 30101141, Ford MF95700400X, Ford MP15700400AB, Mitsubishi MZ100723EX, Polaris 502082, Polaris 502528, Polaris 2881413, Subaru SOA868V9290, Subaru SOA635046, Suzuki 990LM07590
Viscosity5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-40, 0W-40

Recommended Products

  • HCL 5W-30 — 1111118-001 , 1.00 L
  • HCS 5W-40 — 1112105-001 , 1.00 L
  • LLO 10W-40 — 1112112-001 , 1.00 L
  • HST 5W-40 — 1111147-001 , 1.00 L
  • SHL 0W-40 — 1111127-001 , 1.00 L
  • Professional Engine Cleaner — 1390321-300 , 0.30 L

Volkswagen Passat / Variant / Santana B6 Passat 1.6 Manual Transmission Fluid — MQ200

Manual transmission oil lubricates gears, bearings and synchronizers. Listed capacity: 2.10 L. Incorrect viscosity can make shifting harder or increase wear.

Capacity2.10 L
API SpecificationGL-4
Viscosity75W

Recommended Products

  • MTF-3 75W — 1221104-001 , 1.00 L

Volkswagen Passat / Variant / Santana B6 Passat 1.6 Power Steering Fluid

Some steering systems use ATF while others require dedicated hydraulic fluid. Always verify the required specification.

CapacityNot specified

Recommended Products

  • SSF Special Servolenkung Fluid — 1181100-001 , 1.00 L

Volkswagen Passat / Variant / Santana B6 Passat 1.6 Brake Fluid

Brake fluid service should include proper bleeding and a final pedal-feel check before the vehicle is used.

Capacity1.15 L
OEM ApprovalMotorcraft PM21, Renault 7711575552, Toyota 0882300061, Toyota 0882300071, Toyota 0882380004, Toyota 0882380005, Toyota 0882380005EE, Toyota 0882380007, Yamalube YMD650490100, Yamalube YMD650490101, Yamalube YMD650490102, Yamalube YMD650490103

Recommended Products

  • DOT 4 — 1350601-250 , 0.25 L
  • DOT 5.1 — 1350602-001 , 1.00 L

Volkswagen Passat / Variant / Santana B6 Passat 1.6 Coolant

Use the correct coolant type and mixture ratio. Mixing incompatible coolant technologies can reduce corrosion protection and cooling performance.

Capacity8.00 L
OEM ApprovalBMW 83190394350, BMW 83190394368, Ford MP14300500AB

Recommended Products

  • LTC - Protect C12++ Premix -40°C — 1410126-150 , 1.50 L
  • LTC - Protect C12++ Concentrate — 1410125-150 , 1.50 L
  • Destilliertes Wasser (entionisiert) — 1360010-001 , 1.00 L
  • Professional Radiator Cleaner — 1390302-250 , 0.25 L

Always verify fluid specifications for Volkswagen Passat / Variant / Santana B6 with the owner's manual and official service documentation before replacement.