Consumption and replacement of engine oil (VW Golf 2)

Engine oil consumption

The rate of oil consumption depends on its quality and viscosity, engine speed, climatic and road conditions, along with the degree of dilution and oxidation of the lubricating oil.

In this regard, there are no standards for such an indicator as oil consumption, but drivers should remember that when driving a car at high speeds or if a new engine is installed on the car, oil consumption increases.

• The performance of your engine depends on the quality and volume of oil used to lubricate and cool all its moving parts. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly check the oil level in the engine.
• Make it a habit to check the engine oil level every time you fill up your car with fuel.
• Oil leakage (consumption) in significant quantities can lead to engine failure.
• The oil pressure warning light does not indicate the engine oil level.

Be sure to follow all safety precautions.

Checking the engine oil level

The best time to check the engine oil level is when the oil is warm. To make a relatively accurate check, park the car on a level surface.

• After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes to allow the oil to drain into the engine oil pan.
• Remove the dipstick (shown by arrow) and wipe it dry with a rag.
• Install the dipstick back into place: insert it all the way in.
• Remove the dipstick again and read the engine oil level.

a — You must fill the engine with oil. After filling, check the oil level again - it should be within the "b" scale.
b — You can top up the engine with oil. The oil level can reach the scale "c",
c - You should not fill the engine with oil.

• Make sure the dipstick is fully inserted.

Note:If your dipstick does not have any marks - scale designations, then in this case the upper and lower marks will serve as MAX and MIN oil levels. The oil level should be within the area limited by these marks. If the oil level approaches the MIN mark, it is necessary to top it up. The oil level should not exceed the MAX mark.

Topping up the engine with oil

• Turn off the engine.
• Unscrew the cap from the cylinder head cover.
• Add oil in portions. The volume of one portion is half a liter.
• After filling each portion of oil, check its level using the dipstick.

The engine oil level should not be higher than the "c" scale. Otherwise, excess oil may enter the exhaust system through the engine breather, causing damage due to combustion in the catalytic converter of exhaust gases. Always fill the engine with high-quality oil that meets the necessary technical requirements.

• Replace the cap and tighten it by hand until it stops.

Caution: The oil filler cap must be tightened properly to prevent oil from leaking out.

Engine oil change

Change your engine oil regularly, but at least twice a year. This is very important because the lubricating properties of the oil gradually decrease during normal vehicle operation. When driving a vehicle mainly over short distances, when operating it in dusty areas, in heavy traffic conditions or in climates where the ambient temperature is below zero, more frequent engine oil changes are necessary. Due to the addition of detergents to fresh oil, it darkens after a short period of engine operation. This is a normal phenomenon and is not a signal for more frequent oil changes than recommended by the manufacturer.

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Attention: Drain used oil into a container intended for this purpose.

Use protective glasses.

To avoid getting burned by hot oil, cool the engine first.

When removing the oil drain plug, try to stand as far away from it as possible. Always keep your forearm parallel to the ground to avoid hot oil running down your arm.

Motor oil is poisonous. Keep it out of reach of children. Long-term contact with used motor oil is not safe for your skin, so wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after all work with motor oil.

Before you start changing the oil, first of all, take care of where you will drain the used oil. Do not drain it on the ground in parks, forest areas, open water bodies or waste water.

Due to the great difficulties associated with recycling waste oil (the need for special tools and high-quality expertise) it is recommended to change the oil in specialized auto repair shops.

• Turn off the engine.
• While the engine is still warm, remove the oil drain plug (indicated by the arrow) and drain the oil.
• When reinstalling the plug, be sure to replace the gasket.
• Do not overtighten the plug.
• Fill the engine with oil. Avoid overdosing. Be sure to check the engine oil level with a dipstick.