Engine Oil

Engine oil type

VW Oil Quality Standard VW 505 01

For a list of engine oils that meet Volkswagen oil quality standards refer to the most current Technical Service Bulletin "Engine oils which meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards..."

Do not overfill! Over filling can cause misfire DTCs to be stored in the ECM. To prevent overfilling, add approx. 0.5L less than capacity, start engine and let run until engine is at operating temperature (approx 60 deg C (140 deg F)). Turn ignition OFF, wait approx 3 mins, check dipstick, then fill to MAX.

Turbo engines only: After changing oil and filter, start and run engine at idle until oil pressure light goes out. DO NOT rev engine, this could cause damage/failure of the turbocharger.