Get Do it yourself -> Engine oil Guide for Volkswagen Passat SUV Nineth Generation (2023-2025)

NOTICE

Mixing different windscreen washer fluids can lead to flocculation of ingredients in the fluid and cause clogging of the washer jets.

● Use only suitable alcohol-based windscreen washer fluids.

● Never mix different windscreen washer fluids with each other.

NOTICE

When refilling windscreen washer fluid, dirt particles can enter the washer fluid reservoir if the strainer is damaged or not present.

The washer jets could become clogged.

● Remove the strainer only for cleaning.

● Replace the strainer if it is damaged or missing.

Engine oils are matched to the requirements of the engines, exhaust purification systems and fuel quality. Due to the way in which a

combustion engine works, engine oil always comes into contact with combustion residues and fuel, which has an effect on the ageing

process of the oil. The correct engine oil is important for the function and service life of the engine. The engine has been filled with a

special multigrade high-lubricity oil at the factory that can normally be used as an all-season oil.

The vehicle can consume engine oil. Engine oil consumption can vary and can change during the service life of the vehicle. Depending

on driving style and operating conditions, engine oil consumption can be up to 1 l (1 qt) per 2,000 km (approx. 1,200 miles). In new

vehicles, it is likely to be higher for the first 5,000 km (approx. 3,100 miles). The engine oil level must therefore be checked at regular

intervals, e.g. before long journeys.

WARNING

Engine oil becomes extremely hot when the engine is running. If engine oil is handled without due care, this can cause serious burns

to the body. This can result in serious or fatal injuries.

● Always allow the engine to cool down before performing any work with engine oil.

WARNING

Engine oil is toxic. Contact with engine oil, and especially ingestion of engine oil, can cause serious or fatal injuries.

● Seek medical attention immediately after swallowing engine oil.

● Seek medical attention if you have health problems after working with engine oil.

● Always keep engine oil out of the reach of children and only in the original sealed container. This also applies to used oil until it is

disposed of.

● Never store engine oil in empty food containers, bottles or any other non-original containers as people finding these containers

may then drink the engine oil.

● To avoid damaging the skin, avoid regular contact with engine oil.

● Protect skin, face and especially eyes while working with engine oil.

● Do not eat, drink or smoke when working with engine oil.

● Wash your skin with soap and water after working with engine oil.

Leaking or spilt engine oil can pollute the environment.

● Collect any service fluids that escape or are spilled and dispose of them in a proper and environmentally responsible

manner.

Vehicles with an engine oil sticker

There is a sticker on the lock carrier at the front of the bonnet space that indicates which engine oil is to be used for filling → Fig. 1.

Area for the engine oil sticker (illustration).

If you need to add engine oil, use an oil that complies with the specified engine oil standard and engine oil viscosity → Fig. 2.

Sticker with information on the engine oil standard and

engine oil viscosity (illustration).

1

2

Information about the engine oil standard.

Information about the engine oil viscosity.

If the specified engine oil → Fig. 2 is used, the engine oil level can be corrected as often as necessary (→ Engine oil).

If you do not have access to engine oil that complies with the prescribed standard, in an emergency you may top up with a maximum

of 0.5 l (0.5 qt) of the following oils once before the next regular oil change:

—Petrol engines: standards VW 504 00 and ACEA C3, ACEA C4, API SP or ILSAC GF-6A. All viscosity classes of these standards are

permitted.

—Diesel engines: standards VW 507 00 and ACEA C3, ACEA C4 or API CK-4. All viscosity classes of these standards are permitted.

It is recommended to have the oil change carried out by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised

Volkswagen repairer.

Vehicles without an engine oil sticker

You can obtain information about the specified engine oil standard and engine oil viscosity from a suitably qualified workshop. If it is

necessary to add engine oil, use an oil with the specified engine oil standard and viscosity. If the specified engine oil is used, the level

can be corrected as often as necessary (→ Engine oil).

NOTICE

The use of engine oils that are not approved in accordance with the corresponding VW standard can cause engine damage.

● Use only engine oils that meet the quality requirements of the corresponding VW standard for refilling.

● Only in an emergency, add a maximum of 0.5 l (0.5 qt) engine oil of the differently specified engine oil standards.

Volkswagen recommends Volkswagen genuine oil.

The engine oil must be changed regularly and in accordance with the service interval (→ Service).

Additives in the engine oil can cause new engine oil to discolour quickly. This is normal and does not mean that the engine oil should

be changed more frequently.

WARNING

Engine oil can cause environmental damage, severe burns or a fire if the engine oil is changed carelessly. This can result in serious or

fatal injuries.

● Always allow the engine to cool down completely before changing the engine oil.

● Always wear eye protection when changing engine oil.

● When you unscrew the oil drain plug with your fingers, keep your arms horizontal so that the escaping oil cannot run down your

arm.

● Use a suitable container when draining the used oil. It must be at least large enough to hold the entire filling quantity of engine oil.

NOTICE

Oil and filter changes require special tools and expert knowledge. Vehicle damage can result if this work is not carried out correctly.

● You should always have engine oil and filter changes performed by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using

an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Engine oil can pollute the environment. Dispose of the engine oil in a proper and environmentally responsible manner and

only at a collection point for used oil, e.g. a recycling centre or specialist company.

Preparations

In the bonnet space: cap of engine oil filler opening

(illustration).

To avoid an incorrect reading of the engine oil level, observe the following steps:

1. Park the vehicle safely on a horizontal and firm surface with the engine at operating temperature (→ Parking).

2. Wait for at least 5 minutes for the engine oil to flow back into the sump.

3. Open the bonnet.

4. Identify the engine oil filler opening and oil dipstick.

The engine oil filler opening can be recognised by the symbol on the cap

→ Fig. 1 and the oil dipstick has a coloured handle.

Checking the engine oil level on the oil dipstick

Engine oil level markings on the oil dipstick (variants).

A

B

C

Engine oil level is too high.

Engine oil level in the normal range.

Engine oil level too low.

The steps should be carried out in the given order only:

1. Pull the oil dipstick out of the guide tube and wipe it off with a clean cloth.

2. 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.

3. Pull out the oil dipstick again and read the engine oil level on the dipstick as follows → Fig. 2:

A Engine oil level is too high. Observe any messages on the instrument cluster display or seek expert assistance if necessary.

B Engine oil level in the normal range. The engine oil can be filled to the upper limit of this range, e.g. if the engine is operated

at high loads →

.

C Engine oil level too low. It is essential to add engine oil. If necessary, observe the messages in the instrument cluster display

→

.

4. After reading off the engine oil level, push the oil dipstick back into the guide tube as far as it will go.

When the vehicle is working particularly hard, the engine oil level should be kept within the upper permissible area, for instance during

extended motorway trips in summer or when climbing mountain passes.

Checking the engine oil level with the digital display

On the Infotainment system: engine oil level indicator

(illustration).

A

B

C

D

Do not add engine oil.

Engine oil level in the normal range.

Engine oil level low – engine oil should be added.

Engine oil level low – engine oil needs to be added.

To check the engine oil level on the Infotainment system, perform the following steps:

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Tap the

3. Tap the

function button.

Vehicle function button.

4. Tap the Status function button.

5. Tap the Oil function button.

Possible measures after reading off the engine oil level on the Infotainment system:

— A Do not add engine oil, do not start the engine again and seek expert assistance.

— B Engine oil level in the normal range.

— C Engine oil level is low. Engine oil should be added →

.

— D Engine oil level below minimum. Engine oil must be added →

.

If the engine oil level is in the lower area B or in area C , the engine oil can be added up to the middle of area B , e.g. in case of

high engine load.

Adding engine oil

WARNING

If engine oil leaks or overflows when adding oil and gets onto parts of the engine that are hot or can become hot, the engine oil may

ignite. This can cause fires or burns. This can result in serious or fatal injuries.

● Always ensure that the engine oil filler opening cap is securely tightened after refilling, and that the dipstick is properly inserted

back into the guide tube.

● Always use a suitable filling aid when adding engine oil.

These steps should be followed in the given order only →

→

:

1. Unscrew the cap of the engine oil filler opening → Fig. 1.

2. Fill engine oil gradually in small quantities, not more than 0.5 l (0.5 qt) in total, or observe the recommendation on the

instrument cluster display. Volkswagen recommends the use of approved engine oils in accordance with the respectively relevant

VW standard.

3. In order to avoid overfilling, you must wait at least one minute after each refill step so the engine oil can flow into the oil sump.

4. Read the engine oil level on the oil dipstick or digital oil level display again before refilling with a further small quantity of engine

oil. After filling, the engine oil level should be in the middle of the area → Fig. 2 or → Fig. 3 B .

5. Do not start the engine if you have added an excessive amount of engine oil by accident and the engine oil level is thus above

area → Fig. 2 or → Fig. 3 A → . Seek expert assistance.

6. After refilling, close the engine oil filler opening with the cap → Fig. 1.

7. Close the bonnet.

NOTICE

If the engine oil level is too high after topping up and the engine is started, this can damage the engine.

● Do not start the engine and seek qualified professional assistance.

NOTICE

The use of incorrect service fluids could result in serious malfunctions and engine damage.

● When refilling service fluids, ensure that you pour the correct service fluids into the correct openings.

Displaying service information on the Infotainment system

You can access the current scheduled service event here when the ignition is switched on, the engine is not running, and the vehicle is

stationary (→ Service interval display).

After a service event, the service message will be updated after around five days or after you have driven around 500 km (around

311 miles). Until then, the Infotainment system screen shows Inspection in --- km / --- days Oil change: in --- km / --- days.

Volkswagen recommends the use of approved engine oils in accordance with the respectively relevant VW standard.

If you are not sure where the cap and oil dipstick are located, please contact a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen

recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Engine oil pressure too low

The warning lamp flashes red. A message is shown on the instrument cluster display.

The engine could otherwise be damaged.

1. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so (→ Parking).

2. Switch off the engine.

3. Check the engine oil level (→ Engine oil).

4. Do not drive on or leave the engine running if the warning lamp is flashing even when the engine oil level is correct. The engine

could otherwise be damaged. Seek expert assistance.

Engine oil level very low

The warning lamp flashes red. A message is shown on the instrument cluster display.

The engine could otherwise be damaged.

1. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so (→ Parking).

2. Switch off the engine.

3. Check the engine oil level (→ Engine oil).

4. If necessary, fill engine oil gradually in small quantities, not more than 0.5 l (0.5 qt) in total, or observe the filling

recommendation on the instrument cluster display.

5. Do not drive on or leave the engine running if the warning lamp is lit up even though the engine oil level is correct. The engine

could otherwise be damaged. Seek expert assistance.

Engine oil level too low

The indicator lamp lights up yellow. A message is shown on the instrument cluster display.

1. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so (→ Parking).

2. Switch off the engine.

3. Check the engine oil level (→ Engine oil).

4. If necessary, fill engine oil gradually in small quantities, not more than 0.5 l (0.5 qt) in total, or observe the filling

recommendation on the instrument cluster display.

5. Do not drive on or leave the engine running if the indicator lamp is lit up, even though the engine oil level is correct. The engine

could otherwise be damaged. Seek expert assistance.

Engine oil level too high

The indicator lamp lights up yellow. A message is shown on the instrument cluster display.

1. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so (→ Parking).

2. Switch off the engine.

3. Check the engine oil level (→ Engine oil).

4. If the engine oil level is too high, do not drive on or leave the engine running. The engine could otherwise be damaged. Seek

expert assistance.

Fault in engine oil system

The indicator lamp flashes yellow. A message is shown on the instrument cluster display.

1. Go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

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