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Oil properties
Viscosity
The viscosity class of the oil is selected according to the diagram.
When the ambient temperature falls outside the limits of the scale for a short
period, an oil change is not required.
Engine type
Petrol
Diesel
Diesel Engines with Particulate filter
a)
(DPF)
a)
Only use recommended oils, otherwise you may damage the engine.
Mono-grade oil
Single grade oils are generally not suitable for all year round use, due to
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ranges of viscosity
.
Safety First
Fig. 158 Types of oil
according to temperature
Specification
VW 501 01/ VW 502 00/ VW 504 00
VW 505 01/ VW 507 00/ VW 506 01
VW 507 00
Operating instructions
These oils are only useful in a climate that is constantly very cold or very
warm.
Engine oil additives
No type of additive should be mixed with the engine oil. The deterioration
caused by these additives is not covered by the warranty.
Note
Before a long trip, we recommend finding an engine oil that conforms to the
corresponding VW specifications and keeping it in the vehicle. This way, the
correct engine oil will always be available for a top-up if needed.
Checking the engine oil level
The engine oil dipstick indicates the level of the oil.
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Viscosity: oil density
Practical tips
Checking and refilling levels
Fig. 159 Engine oil
dipstick.
Technical Data
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