Volkswagen
Routan
Oil life reset & oil change capacity
Engines covered
3.6L V6 · 3.8L V6 · 4.0L V6
Model years
RESET STEPS
Stellantis Pedal Sequence · covers model years 2009–2012
Jeep · Dodge · Ram · Chrysler, roughly 2003–2018
- 1
Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
- 2
Slowly press the accelerator all the way down and release, 3 full times within 10 seconds.
- 3
Watch the cluster: the change-oil message should flash and clear.
- 4
Turn the ignition OFF, then start the engine to confirm.
Oil needed for an oil change
5.0–6.0 qt (4.7–5.7 L)
Capacity with a new filter. Verify the exact amount and oil grade (viscosity) in your owner's manual before filling.
Type of oil
5W-40 (VW 502.00) or 0W-20 (VW 508.00) full synthetic
Oil filter part number
VW/Audi 06J115403Q · 06L115562B (cartridge)
Common factory part numbers — the right filter can vary by engine. Verify before buying.
Where to buy
- 5W-40Buy on AmazonCheck price
- 0W-20Buy on AmazonCheck price
- VW/Audi 06J115403QBuy on AmazonCheck price
- VW/Audi 06L115562BBuy on AmazonCheck price
- Oil change kitBuy on AmazonCheck price
These open the store's search for that exact part, at the store's listed price. disclosure.
BEFORE YOU START
- Only reset the oil life after a real oil and filter change.
- Warm oil is hot — let the engine cool a few minutes before draining.
- Reset resets the internal interval timer; it doesn't change what's in the sump.