Engine compartment -> Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil for Your Volkswagen Caddy SUV Fifth Generation (2020-2025)

Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil  
Fig. 1 Oil dipsticks with engine oil level markings(variants).  
A
Engine oil level too high – follow the messages in the instrument cluster display or contact a qualified  
workshop, if necessary.  
B
C
Engine oil level OK.  
Engine oil level too low – follow the messages in the instrument cluster display or add engine oil, if necessary.  
Fig. 2 In the engine compartment: engine oil filler opening  
cap (illustration).  
Checklist  
Carry out the steps in the specified order  
:
1. With the engine at operating temperature, park the vehicle on alevel surface to ensure that the engine oil  
reading is correct.  
2. Switch off the engine and wait at least five minutes for the engine oil to flow back into the sump.  
3. Open the bonnet (→ In the engine compartment).  
4. Identify the engine oil filler cap and oil dipstick. The opening for refilling the engine oil is indicated by the  
symbol on the cap, and the dipstick by the coloured handle → Fig. 2. If you cannot find the cap and dipstick  
please contact a qualified workshop.  
5. Pull the dipstick out of the guide tube and wipe it off with a clean cloth.  
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6. Insert the oil dipstick into the guide tube again as far as it will go. If there is a marking on the oil dipstick, this  
marking must fit in the corresponding groove at the top end of the guide tube when inserting.  
7. Pull out the oil dipstick again and read the engine oil level on the dipstick as follows→ Fig. 1:  
A
Engine oil level too high. Follow any messages that are shown on the instrument cluster display andgo to a  
qualified workshop →  
.
B
Engine oil level OK. The engine oil can be refilled to the upper limit of this area, e.g. if the engine is working  
hard. Continue to step 8 or 16.  
C
Engine oil level is too low. Where applicable, follow any messages that are shown on the instrument cluster  
display and make sure you add engine oil. Continue to step 8.  
8. After reading off the oil level, push the oil dipstick back into the guide tube as far as it will go.  
9. Unscrew the engine oil filler opening cap→ Fig. 2.  
10. Gradually add engine oil in small quantities, no more than 0.5 l in total, or follow the recommendation in the  
instrument cluster. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends use of approved engine oils in accordance  
with the corresponding VW standard.  
11. In order to avoid overfilling, wait for at least one minute after each refill step to allow the engine oil to flow into  
the oil sump up to the marking on the engine oil dipstick.  
12. Read the engine oil level from the dipstick again before refilling with a further small quantity of engine oil.  
Never overfill with engine oil →  
.
B
13. After filling, the engine oil level should be in the middle of the area→ Fig. 1  
A
. The engine oil level must not  
be in area → Fig. 1  
.
A
14. If you accidentally add too much engine oil and the engine oil level is in area→ Fig. 1  
engine; consult a qualified workshop and seek expert assistance as required.  
, do not start the  
15. After refilling, screw the engine oil filler cap back on.  
16. Insert the oil dipstick into the guide tube as far as it will go. If there is a marking on the upper end of the oil  
dipstick, this marking must fit in the corresponding groove at the top end of the guide tube when inserting.  
17. Close the bonnet (→ In the engine compartment).  
WARNING  
Engine oil can ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine components. It can cause fires, burns and other serious  
injuries.  
If engine oil is spilt on cold engine parts it can heat up and ignite when the engine is running.  
Always ensure that the engine oil filler cap is securely tightened after refilling, and that the dipstick is properly  
inserted back into the guide tube. This will prevent the engine oil from draining out on to hot engine components  
when the engine is running.  
NOTICE  
A
Do not start the engine if the engine oil level is in area→ Fig. 1  
converter and the engine could otherwise be damaged.  
; consult a qualified workshop. The catalytic  
When refilling service fluids, please ensure that your pour the correct service fluids into the correct openings. The  
use of incorrect service fluids could result in serious malfunctions and engine damage.  
Troubleshooting  
Engine oil pressure too low  
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