This is a synthetic oil for gearboxes of Volkswagen passenger cars and light trucks. Application. The product is specially developed to meet the requirements to Volkswagen gearboxes and can be used when a manufacturer recommends the oil meeting VW 501.50 specification. Shell Getriebeoel EP oil can be recommended for modern synchronized gearboxes operating in the conditions which require synthetic oils. Benefits: Excellent viscosity and temperature properties in a wide temperature range ensure reliable gear shifting in winter and reliable lubrication in the highest temperatures. Accurate and stable operation of synchronizers and protection from wear thanks to thoroughly selected components. Long oil change intervals. Approvals and specifications: API GL-4; VW 501.50