2009 Volkswagen Touareg Oil Filter

Find the OEM oil filter part number for the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg by engine/trim.

The same OEM filter and specifications apply to the 2009–2010 Volkswagen Touareg.

OEM oil filter results

Engine / TrimOEM Part NumberOil WeightBuy
5.0L V10 Turbo Diesel (TDI) Volkswagen 07Z 115 562 5W-40 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
3.2L V6 (VR6 3.2) Volkswagen 021 115 562 A 5W-40 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
4.2L V8 FSI (4.2 FSI) Volkswagen 079 198 405 E 5W-40
Buy 5W-40 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel (TDI 3.0 V6) Volkswagen 057 115 561 M 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil

Tip: If your vehicle has multiple engines, match the engine size on your door jamb sticker or owner's manual. Always verify with your owner's manual before purchase.

Service specifications

5.0L V10 Turbo Diesel (TDI)

Filter type
Cartridge

3.2L V6 (VR6 3.2)

Filter type
Cartridge
Change interval (normal)
10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service)
Change interval (severe)
Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual

4.2L V8 FSI (4.2 FSI)

Filter type
Cartridge
Change interval (normal)
10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service)
Change interval (severe)
Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual

3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel (TDI 3.0 V6)

Filter type
Spin-on

Frequently asked questions

What oil filter does a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg take?

It depends on the engine: the 5.0L V10 Turbo Diesel (TDI) uses Volkswagen 07Z 115 562; the 3.2L V6 (VR6 3.2) uses Volkswagen 021 115 562 A; the 4.2L V8 FSI (4.2 FSI) uses Volkswagen 079 198 405 E; the 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel (TDI 3.0 V6) uses Volkswagen 057 115 561 M. Match the engine on your door-jamb sticker or owner's manual.

What oil weight does a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg use?

Recommended viscosity — 5.0L V10 Turbo Diesel (TDI): 5W-40; 3.2L V6 (VR6 3.2): 5W-40; 4.2L V8 FSI (4.2 FSI): 5W-40; 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel (TDI 3.0 V6): 5W-30.

How often should the oil be changed on a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg?

3.2L V6 (VR6 3.2) — normal service: 10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service); severe service: Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual; 4.2L V8 FSI (4.2 FSI) — normal service: 10,000 mi / 12 mo (fixed service); severe service: Shorten for short trips, towing or extreme temperatures — see the owner’s manual. Severe service means short trips, towing, dusty roads or extended idling.

Is the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg oil filter a cartridge or a spin-on?

5.0L V10 Turbo Diesel (TDI): Cartridge; 3.2L V6 (VR6 3.2): Cartridge; 4.2L V8 FSI (4.2 FSI): Cartridge; 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel (TDI 3.0 V6): Spin-on.

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