Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction

Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual / Cleaning and maintenance / In the engine compartment / Engine oil / Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ Warning and indicator lamps

→ Engine oil specification

→ Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil

→ Engine oil consumption

→ Changing engine oil

Additional information and warnings:

⇒ BookletService schedule,

Preparation for working in the engine compartment

Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts

WARNING

Incorrect handling of engine oil can cause serious burns and injuries.

Always wear eye protection when handling engine oil.

Engine oil is toxic and must be stored out of the reach of children.

Engine oil must be kept in the closed original container. This also applies to used oil until it is disposed of.

Never use empty food containers, bottles or other containers to store engine oil as other people may then drink the engine oil.

Regular contact with engine oil can damage the skin. Skin that has been in contact with engine oil should be washed thoroughly with water and soap.

Engine oil becomes extremely hot when the engine is running and can scald skin severely. Always allow the engine to cool down.

Leaking or spilt engine oil can pollute the environment. Spilt operating fluids must be collected and disposed of properly and with respect for the environment.

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. ...

Other materials:

Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery
Fig. 197 Engine compartment: pushing up the vehicle battery sleeve First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The electrolyte level of the vehicle battery should be checked regularly in high-mileage vehicles, in hot countries and in older vehicle batteries. T ...

Conducting a road test before balancing wheels
If a customer brings a vehicle to the workshop complaining about “vibration”, a road test is essential prior to balancing the wheels. This will give you information about the nature of the vibration. ...

Test prerequisites
Radiator and condenser must be clean (clean them if necessary). The V-belt for air conditioner compressor and alternator is correctly tensioned. All air ducts, covers and seals are OK and properly ...