Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Engine oil specification
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The engine oil used must correspond exactly to specifications.
The correct engine oil is important for the function and service life of the engine. A special high quality multigrade oil has been filled at the factory and this can normally be used as an all-season oil.
If possible, only use Volkswagen-approved engine oil . To comply with the requirements of the flexible service, only use approved flexible service engine oil that complies with the corresponding VW standard (). The engine oils listed are multigrade high-lubricity oils.
Engine oils are constantly being developed and improved. A Volkswagen dealership is always kept up to date on innovations. Volkswagen therefore recommends having engine oil changes done by a Volkswagen dealership.
The quality of the engine oil is not only tailored to the requirements of engines and exhaust gas treatment systems, but also to 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 a knock-on effect on the ageing process of the oil.
The quality of fuels can vary greatly between individual markets and this must be taken into account when selecting the correct engine oil.
The use of engine oils compliant with the VW 504 00 und VW 507 00 specifications requires a fuel quality compliant with EN 228 (petrol) and EN 590 (diesel), or fuel of an equivalent quality. Engine oils compliant with VW 504 00 und VW 507 00 are therefore unsuitable for use in a large number of markets.
| Permitted engine oil specifications | Alternative engine oil specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine type | Flexible service QI6 | Fixed service QI1, QI2, QI3, QI4, QI7 (based on time/distance travelled) | Only in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Japan and Australia a) | |
| Petrol engines | VW 504 00 | VW 502 00 | VW 504 00 | |
| Diesel engines with diesel particulate filter | VW 507 00 | VW 507 00 | – | |
| Diesel engines without diesel particulate filter | VW 507 00 | VW 505 01 | VW 507 00 | |
| E85 MultiFuel engines | – | VW 502 00 | – | |
NOTICE
- Do not add any additional lubricants to the engine oil. Any damage caused by the use of such additives is not covered by the warranty.
- Only engine oil specifications that have been approved for use with the engine should be used. Using other engine oils can cause engine damage.
- Another engine oil can be used in the event of an emergency if the listed
engine oils () are not available. To avoid damaging the engine, a maximum quantity
of 0.5 litres of the following engine oil may be used only once until the next
oil change:
- Petrol engines: standards ACEAA3/B4 or API SN (API SM).
- Diesel engines: standards ACEA C3 or API CJ-4
a) Alternative engine oil specifications may only be used in fixed services QI1, QI2, QI3, QI4 and QI7, and only when fuel of a quality compliant with EN 228 (petrol) and EN 590 (diesel), or fuel of an equivalent quality, is available in the particular country.
Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Engine oil level is too low. ...
Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil
Fig. 192 Oil dipstick with markings
Fig. 193 In the engine compartment: engine
oil filler cap
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings ...
Other materials:
Renewing LSF Lambda probe (4-pin)
Note
If necessary, replace attachment parts, cable ties or
marking rings to match the uniform probe to the defective probe
as specified.
Do not repair Lambda probe wires, since this can result in
malfunctions.
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Subsequent bleeding of hydraulic system
Note
Carry out subsequent bleeding when:
brake pedal travel is too long or so-called
»soft brake pedal«
Subsequent bleeding requires the assistance of a second
mechanic.
–&n ...
Seat heating
Fig. 53 In the centre console: buttons
for the front seat heating
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The seat cushions and backrests can be heated electrically
when the ignition is switched on. Some seat versions have heated backrests.
Do not switch o ...
