Engine oil
See oil filler cap
Look for VW 502 00 or 508 00, by engine on the label. Typical for 2012–2022 models with the 1.8L / 2.0L turbo or 2.5L 5-cyl.
Capacity: see manualReplace: every 10,000 mi
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2015 Volkswagen Passat oil type, capacity & maintenance
1.8L / 2.0L turbo or 2.5L 5-cyl · FWD or AWDTypical for 2012–2022 · confirm in manual
All listed trims share these maintenance parts.
These are the typical specs for 2012–2022 models. Engine options varied, so confirm in your owner's manual or with a VIN fit check at checkout.
Your oil change shopping list
Everything for one DIY oil changeParts & fluids for the 2015 Passat
Oil filter
Match by VIN
The filter changed between engines in these years. Use the store's fit check with your VIN to get the right one.
1 filterReplace: every oil change
Drain plug
Inspect, new gasket
Fit a new drain plug gasket or washer if yours is flattened or nicked.
Replace: if worn
Engine air filter
Fits 2015 Passat
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 40,000 mi
Cabin air filter
Fits 2015 Passat
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 20,000 mi
Spark plugs
Fits 2015 Passat
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 40,000 mi
Every 10,000 miles: what's due
Pick your mileage to see what comes due at that service.
10,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
20,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
30,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
40,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 40,000 miShop part →
50,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
60,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
70,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
80,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 40,000 miShop part →
90,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
100,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresCheck brake pads while the wheels are off · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
Other years: 2014 Passat · 2016 Passat · All Passat years
Oil grade and capacity are checked against published lubricant application data where marked verified; part numbers and intervals follow Volkswagen's maintenance schedule. Severe use (towing, short trips, dusty roads) shortens some intervals. Confirm the part number against your VIN at checkout. Read the full disclaimer
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