Automatic transmission oil for Volkswagen Polo
The following transmission oils are recommended for the Volkswagen Polo automatic transmission:
* VW G 052 162 A2 (up to 2015)
* VW G 052 512 A2 (from 2016)
Characteristics of recommended oils:
| Characteristics | VW G 052 162 A2 | VW G 052 512 A2 |
|—|—|—|
| Transmission type | Automatic transmission 01J | Automatic transmission 09G and 09K |
| SAE Viscosity | 0W-30 | 0W-20 |
| VAG standard | TL-52162 | TL-52512 |
Recommended replacement interval:
* Under normal operating conditions: 60,000 km or every 4 years
* Under severe operating conditions (traffic jams, towing a trailer, etc.): 30,000 km or every 2 years
Note:
*Always use gear oil recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
* Mixing different types of oils can damage the automatic transmission.
*Check the transmission oil level according to the vehicle’s owner’s manual.