10w30 for sure. Ask the guys at Checker or Auto Zone to look up what type of filter you need.
metal pan is the oil pan on 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
6 liters.
Add oil!
behind the oil filter
The recommended oil for a 2003 Volkswagen Passat with a 2.8L engine is 5w30. This is well suited for most driving conditions.
It's located near the oil filter and on oil cooler/filter plate.
The oil pump is located in the oil sump/pan and driven by a chain attached to the crankshaft.
5-30 regular or 15-30 synthetic
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5W40
I am looking for the same answer. I found Castrol Synthetic Oil meets the Volkswagen Passat requirements per the Passat manual. I found it at an Advance Auto Parts store. I havn't checked the drain plug location or type, or the filter location.
locate the oil filter , most volkswagen have the "ops" on the filter hosing just above the filter.