5W-40 for VW pump-nozzle engines with VW 505.01, C3 protection profile and suitability for DPF and turbocharged applications.
5W-40 synthetic for VW PDI (pump-nozzle) is designed for vehicles requiring a stronger 5W-40 with modern C3 orientation and VW 505.01 capability. It is suitable both for classic VW pump-nozzle engines and other European passenger cars with DPF, turbocharging, and matching approval profiles.
Especially notable is the combination of low-SAPS properties with the reserve of a 5W-40 viscosity. This makes the product relevant for drivers who need both filter protection and a more robust viscosity in one oil.
This makes the oil a strong bridge between older VW-specific requirements and more modern exhaust aftertreatment systems in European passenger cars.
Suitable for VW pump-nozzle engines and other gasoline and diesel engines with DPF and turbo when VW 505.00/505.01, ACEA C3, GM dexos2, Ford WSS-M2C917-A or MB 229.31/229.51 are required.
Why is VW 505.01 so important?
Because many pump-nozzle engines specifically require this specification and should not be run on just any 5W-40 oil.
Is the oil suitable for DPF vehicles?
Yes, the modern C3 profile is designed for filter-friendly applications.
When is 5W-40 more suitable than 5W-30 here?
When the vehicle explicitly requires a 5W-40 or a 505.01-type profile.
| Property | Method | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density at 15 °C | ASTM D-7042 | g/ml | 0,847 |
| Kinematic viscosity KV 40 | ASTM D-7042 | mm²/s | 86 |
| Kinematic viscosity KV 100 | ASTM D-7042 | mm²/s | 14,4 |
| Viscosity index | ASTM D-7042 | - | 174 |
| Flash point | ASTM D-92/DIN EN ISO 2592 | °C | 230 |
| Pour point | ASTM D-97/DIN EN ISO 3016 | °C | -33 |
| CCS | ASTM D-5293 | cP @ °C | 5850 @ -30 |
| Total base number | DIN 51639-1 | mgKOH/g | 7,9 |
| HTHS | ASTM D4683 | mPas | 3,7 |
All types of containers should preferably be stored under cover. If stored outdoors without protection, they should be kept horizontally to prevent water ingress and preserve label readability. Products should not be stored at temperatures above 60 °C and must be protected from direct sunlight and frost.
