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VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton
First generation / MkI/Typ 3D / 1st Generation / 2004-2006 / 4-door sedan / 4-door Sedan
Global / markets including Europe, North America, ChinaGlobal, including Europe, North America, and select marketsGlobal (mainly Europe, North America, Middle East, China)Coverage: expanded
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2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D)
3D / BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ / Available engines in 2004 included a 3.2L VR6 (BKH), 4.2L V8 (BJN, AYH, BAM), 5.0L V10 TDI (BPP, BHW), and 6.0L W12 (AXQ) depending on market. Engine availability varied: for instance, the W12 was available mainly in Europe and limited global markets, while the TDI V10 was primarily European.
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Oil type: VW 502 00 / 505 01 specification synthetic oilOil capacity: Approx. 6.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change)Related: 3D Chassis code used globally, Engine codes vary by market and emission standards
2005 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKS/BJN (3D)
3D / BKS, BJN, AXQ, AYH, BHK, AZX / Available engines include 3.2L VR6 (BKS), 4.2L V8 FSI (BJN, AXQ), 5.0L V10 TDI (AYH, BHK, AZX) diesel variant mainly for European markets. Markets vary in engine availability with V10 TDI primarily Europe.
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Oil type: 5W-40 synthetic engine oil meeting VW 502 00 for gasoline, VW 505 01 for dieselOil capacity: Approx. 7.5 liters including filter (service fill, includes filter replacement)Related: BKS - 3.2L VR6, BJN - 4.2L V8 FSI, AYH - 5.0L V10 TDI
2006 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BHS (3D)
3D / BKH, BHS, BJN, BJN (3.2L V6), AYH (3.0L TDI) / Available with naturally aspirated 3.2L V6 (BKH), 4.2L V8 (BHS/BJN), 6.0L W12 (BJN), and 3.0L V6 TDI turbo-diesel (AYH) in selected markets.
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Oil type: 0W-40 synthetic oil meeting VW 502 00 (gasoline) or VW 505 01 (diesel)Oil capacity: Approx. 7.5 liters (service fill including filter) depending on engineRelated: BKH (3.2L V6), BHS (4.2L V8), BJN (6.0L W12), AYH (3.0L TDI)
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | technical-profile | BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ | 3.2L to 6.0L depending on engine code | Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline engines); Common rail direct injection (diesel V10) |
| 2005 | technical-profile | BKS, BJN, AXQ, AYH, BHK, AZX | 3199 - 4921 cc (gasoline), 4921 cc (diesel V10 TDI) | Direct fuel injection for gasoline FSI engines; common rail injection for TDI diesel |
| 2006 | technical-profile | BKH, BHS, BJN, BJN (3.2L V6), AYH (3.0L TDI) | 2995cc to 5998cc depending on engine | Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel) |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ | VW 502 00 / 505 01 specification synthetic oil | Approx. 6.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change) | VW G 055 162 A2 or equivalent |
| 2005 | BKS, BJN, AXQ, AYH, BHK, AZX | 5W-40 synthetic engine oil meeting VW 502 00 for gasoline, VW 505 01 for diesel | Approx. 7.5 liters including filter (service fill, includes filter replacement) | VW TL 521 82 or approved equivalent |
| 2006 | BKH, BHS, BJN, BJN (3.2L V6), AYH (3.0L TDI) | 0W-40 synthetic oil meeting VW 502 00 (gasoline) or VW 505 01 (diesel) | Approx. 7.5 liters (service fill including filter) depending on engine | VW G 052 162 A2 or equivalent |
Technical specifications
- Engines: BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ, BKS, BHK, AZX
- Transmissions: Not commonly available; mostly automatic transmissions offered, 6-speed Tiptronic automatic (varied by engine and market), VW G 055 162 A2 or equivalent, Not offered in 2005; all mostly automatic or tiptronic transmissions, 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission common across trims, VW TL 521 82 or approved equivalent, Not available in 2006 Phaeton, 6-speed tiptronic automatic (varies by engine)
- Tire sizes: 235/55 R17, 255/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 275/35 R19 (W12), others depending on market and options, 245/45 R17, 275/40 R18, 275/35 R19, 245/45 R18, 265/35 R19
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: VW 502 00 / 505 01 specification synthetic oil / 5W-40 synthetic engine oil meeting VW 502 00 for gasoline, VW 505 01 for diesel / 0W-40 synthetic oil meeting VW 502 00 (gasoline) or VW 505 01 (diesel)
- Transmission fluid: VW G 055 162 A2 or equivalent / VW TL 521 82 or approved equivalent / VW G 052 162 A2 or equivalent
- Coolant: Approx. 12 liters / Approx. 12 liters, depends on engine variant / Approx. 14 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 / DOT 4, replace every 2 years recommended
Known problems
- Air suspension failures
- Electronic module issues
- High maintenance costs
- Electronic module faults
- Air suspension leaks
- Door window regulator failures
- Electrical system gremlins