2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D)

3D / 4-door sedan / Global / markets including Europe, North America, China

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Engine identity

Engine code

BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ

Engine summary

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.

Displacement

3.2L to 6.0L depending on engine code

Power

Range from approx. 220 kW (295 hp) VR6 up to 309 kW (420 hp) W12

Torque

From approx. 310 Nm for VR6 up to 570 Nm for W12 and 750 Nm for V10 TDI

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline engines); Common rail direct injection (diesel V10)

Timing drive

Chain-driven camshafts

Port OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Type d’huile

VW 502 00 / 505 01 specification synthetic oil

Capacité d’huile

Approx. 6.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change)

Liquide de refroidissement

Approx. 12 liters

Fluide

VW G 055 162 A2 or equivalent

Differential fluid

VW G 052 145 A2

Liquide de frein

DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

Not commonly available; mostly automatic transmissions offered

Automatic transmission

6-speed Tiptronic automatic (varied by engine and market)

Spark plugs

NGK or Bosch iridium spark plugs depending on engine

Service interval

15,000 km or 1 year, whichever comes first

Dimensions des pneus

235/55 R17, 255/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 275/35 R19 (W12), others depending on market and options

Couple de roue

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Air suspension failures
Electronic module issues
High maintenance costs

First checks

Check air suspension component condition
Inspect electrical system for faults
Monitor oil leaks at timing chain cover

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Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Trim 'technical-profile' represents the documented global 2004 Phaeton variants rather than a specific factory trim.
Market engine availability varies, with diesel V10 TDI offered mainly in Europe, and gasoline VR6/V8/W12 engines in multiple markets.

Codes courants

Source and verification notes

Volkswagen Group official 2004 technical service manuals
Automotive technical reviews and service databases documenting VW Phaeton global specifications

Outils compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) use? 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) is listed here with engine code BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ; engine summary: 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..
What oil and capacity does the 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) use? 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) is listed with VW 502 00 / 505 01 specification synthetic oil and oil capacity Approx. 6.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) problems? Highlighted checks for 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D): Air suspension failures, Electronic module issues, High maintenance costs.

Engine identity

Engine code

BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ

Engine summary

Displacement

3.2L to 6.0L depending on engine code

Power

Range from approx. 220 kW (295 hp) VR6 up to 309 kW (420 hp) W12

Torque

From approx. 310 Nm for VR6 up to 570 Nm for W12 and 750 Nm for V10 TDI

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline engines); Common rail direct injection (diesel V10)

Timing drive

Chain-driven camshafts

Port OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

Not commonly available; mostly automatic transmissions offered

Automatic transmission

6-speed Tiptronic automatic (varied by engine and market)

Spark plugs

NGK or Bosch iridium spark plugs depending on engine

Service interval

15,000 km or 1 year, whichever comes first

Dimensions des pneus

235/55 R17, 255/45 R18, 255/40 R18, 275/35 R19 (W12), others depending on market and options

Couple de roue

Verify by VIN and market

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) use? 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) is listed here with engine code BKH, BJN, AYH, BPP, BHF, BAM, AYN, BHW, AXQ; engine summary: 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..

What oil and capacity does the 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) use? 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) is listed with VW 502 00 / 505 01 specification synthetic oil and oil capacity Approx. 6.6 liters (service fill, includes filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D) problems? Highlighted checks for 2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D): Air suspension failures, Electronic module issues, High maintenance costs.

2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes

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2004 VOLKSWAGEN Phaeton BKH/BJN (3D)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes