Recommended oil for Volkswagen Passat B5 automatic transmission:
Original Volkswagen oil:
* ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) G 052 162 A2
Alternative oils:
* Castrol ATF Multivehicle
* Liqui Moly Top Tec ATF 1200
* Ravenol ATF SP-IV
* Shell ATF 134 FE
* Valvoline MaxLife ATF
Oil Specifications:
* VW 500 05
* ATF SP-IV
Oil volume:
* For partial replacement: 3-4 liters
* For a complete replacement: 8-10 liters (special equipment required)