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Before changing the oil, first make sure you know where you can properly dispose of the old oil.
Dispose of the old oil in an environmentally-responsible manner. Never dump the old oil on gar‐
den soil, in wooded areas, in the street, into streams, rivers, or bodies of water, or down sewage
drains.
Engine oil consumption
Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒ Introduction to the
subject
To provide effective lubrication and cooling for internal engine parts, all internal combustion engines
use some oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change over the life of the en‐
gine. Engines tend to use more oil during the break-in period than they do afterward, when oil con‐
sumption has stabilized.
Under normal conditions, the rate of oil consumption depends on oil quality as well as viscosity, en‐
gine speed (rpm), outside temperature, road conditions, the amount of oil dilution caused by con‐
densed water or fuel residue, and oxidation of the oil. Oil consumption may increase with engine wear
over time, until replacement of worn engine parts may become necessary.
Volkswagen recommends that you to check the engine oil level at regular intervals, preferably every
time you fill the fuel tank, and always before a long trip. Your vehicle may consume engine oil de‐
pending on several variables. A maximum of 1quart per 1200miles (1liter per 2000km) would be
considered normal. New vehicles may consume more oil over the first 3000miles (5000km).
The oil pressure warning light is not an indicator of low engine oil level. If the warning light
stays on or flashes while driving (above 1500rpm), a chime will sound. It indicates that the oil
pressure is too low. Stop the engine in a safe place immediately, check the engine oil level and
add oil if necessary. If the engine oil level is normal, but the light continues to flash, do not
keep driving or let the engine idle, as damage may occur.
If you believe your engine uses too much oil, we recommend that you consult your authorized
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility so that the cause of your concern can
be properly diagnosed. Please keep in mind that accurate measurement of oil consumption requires
great care and may take some time. Your authorized Volkswagen dealer and authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility have instructions for how to measure oil consumption accurately.
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