Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 4254

Work descriptions
Secure lubrication properties at all engine
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temperature and load conditions.
High resistance to aging.
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Multi-grade light duty oils according to VW
standard 500 00 exhibit beyond that following
advantages:
All-season usability at almost all occurring outside
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temperatures.
Smaller friction losses of engine.
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Optimum cold starting ability, also at very low
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temperatures.
Multi-grade light duty oils according to VW
standard 502 00:
This oil suitable for gasoline engines corresponds to VW
standards 501 00, 505 00 as well as 500 00 and
additionally exhibits further advantages: It is particularly
suitable for application with more strenuous operating
conditions, e.g. difficult road conditions, predominant use of
trailer, high portion of uphill driving and driving in hot
climate zones.
Note:
Single-range oils are generally not all year round
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usable because of their limited viscosity range. These
oils should be used therefore only in extreme climate
zones.
When using Multi-grade oil SAE 5 W-30, continuously
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high engine speeds and constant strong load must be
avoided. This restriction does not apply to multi-grade
light duty oils.
Engine and components in engine
compartment (from above and below), check
for leaks and damage
Perform visual check as follows:
- Check engine and components in engine compartment for
leaks and damage.
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