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Depending on the way the vehicle is driven and the operating conditions, oil consumption can be up to 1 quart per 1200 miles (0.5 liter per 1000 km). Consumption may be higher for new vehicles Changing engine oil Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
The engine oil must be changed according to the intervals specified in your ⇒ Booklet Warranty and Maintenance. Sometimes, engine oil should be changed more often than specified for normal use. Change oil more Volkswagen recommends that you have your oil and oil filter changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility ⇒ . They have the required expertise and special tools and will dispose of the old oil properly. Detergent additives in the oil will make fresh oil look dark after the engine has been running a short WARNING If you must change the engine oil yourself, be sure to take the following precautions: Always wear eye protection. fore beginning. When removing the oil drain plug with your fingers, stay as far away as possible. Always keep your forearm parallel to the ground to help prevent hot oil from running down your arm. Drain the oil into a container designed for this purpose, one large enough to hold at least the total amount of oil in your engine. To reduce the risk of poisoning, never drain the oil into empty food or beverage contain- ers that might mislead someone into drinking from them. Engine oil is poisonous and must be stored out of the reach of children. by washing thoroughly with soap and water. Before changing the oil, first make sure you know where you can properly dispose of the old oil. Dispose of the old oil an environmentally-responsible manner. Never dump the old oil on garden soil, in wooded areas, in the street, into streams, rivers, or bodies of water, or down sewage drains. Recycle used oil by taking it to a collection facility for used engine oil in your area, or contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. |