Engine Lubrication: Description and Operation

Lubrication System

• Secure engine to engine and transmission stand (VAS 6095) when working on engine.

• The oil level must not be above the max. mark - danger of damage to catalytic converter!

• If large quantities of metal particles or abraded material are detected during engine repairs, it may be an indication for a damaged crankshaft or rod bearings. To prevent further damage, perform the following steps after the repair:

• Carefully clean oil passages

• Replace oil check valve

• Replace oil injection jets

• Replace oil cooler

• Replace oil filter

Oil Capacities

With oil filter 6.6 liters.

Engine Oil Specifications

Use "long life engine oils" in compliance with VW standard (503 00).

• The engine is filled at the factory with engine oil complying to VW standard (503 00).

• Engine oils complying to VW standards (500 00), (501 01) and (502 00) may continue to be used. These oils must be changed every 12 months or every 15,000 km.

• For changing, engine oil "ILSAC GF3 with viscosity rating SAE 5W-40" can be used. The service interval display must be programmed correspondingly.

• For topping off, engine oil "ILSAC GF3 with viscosity rating SAE 5W-30" can be used.