Changing the engine oil
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Safety precautions for working in the engine compartment .
The engine oil must be changed regularly in accordance with the instructions in the warranty and maintenance. Your service schedule is supplied with your Manual.
Service schedule.
Additives in the engine oil can make new engine oil appear dark after a brief engine run time. This is normal and is no reason to change the engine oil more
frequently.
WARNING
Changing the engine oil incorrectly can cause environmental damage, fires and serious injuries.
Always wear eye protection.
Always allow the engine to cool down to reduce the risk of burns.
Keep your arms horizontal when using your fingers to unscrew the oil drain plug, so that the draining oil does not drip down your arm.
Use a container suitable for collecting used oil that can hold at least the entire quantity of oil in the engine.
WARNING
Engine oil is toxic and can cause serious injuries.
Always store engine oil out of the reach of children.
Never use empty food cans, bottles or other containers to store engine oil, because individuals may not recognize that they contain engine oil.
NOTICE
Engine oil and filter changes require special tools, technical knowledge and the correct disposal of the used oil.
For this reason, always have the engine oil and filters changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Dispose of the engine oil in a way that will not harm the environment and only at a collection point for used oil, e.g. a recycling center or specialist retailer.
Checking the engine oil level and adding oil
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Safety precautions for working in the engine compartment .
Preparations
Fig. 190 In the engine compartment: engine oil filler cap (general example).
To avoid an incorrect oil level reading, perform the following steps:
1. Park vehicles with an engine at operating temperature on a level surface.
2. Wait at least five minutes for the engine oil to flow back into the oil pan.
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