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Engine oil
Engine oil
Oil capacities:
without oil filter 4.0 l with oil filter 4.5 l → Note
1)  Up-to-date figures → Exhaust emissions test binder
Engine oil specification: Vehicles ► 06.99
Engine oil conforming to VW standard 500 00, 501 01 or 502 00 can be used. In exceptional cases only: multi-grade/single-grade oil conforming to ACEA A2 or A3.
Engine oil specifications: Vehicles 06.99 ► with long-life service
Use engine oils conforming to VW standard 503 00.
  Note
t  The engine is filled at the factory with engine oil conforming to VW standard 503 00. This engine oil is designed for long service intervals.
t  Engine oils conforming to VW standard 500 00, 501 01 or 502 00 can still be used. These oils must be changed every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres. The service interval display must be programmed accordingly. Procedure: → Booklet37.
   

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