oil viscosity AUDI A3 2000 8L / 1.G AEB ATW Engines Lubrication System Components Workshop Manual

the oil dipstick. Damage to the Three Way
Catalytic Converter (TWC) could result.
Markings, refer to illustration Page 17
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Engine oil

Engine oil capacity (w/filter): 3.5 L (3.7 qt.).
The engine is factory-filled with a high quality
multi-grade oil that can be used as an all-season
oil, except in extremely cold climates.

Viscosity classes and oil specifications

Select the viscosity according to the chart shown. The oil does not need
to be changed if the outside temperature only briefly exceeds the
specified ranges.
The specifications stated on these pages must be indicated on the
container either individually or in combination with other specifications. 1) This VW specification must have a date of 10/91 or later. 2) These oils may only be used in exceptional cases if no approved
engine oil is available.
Mixing oils when topping up is permissible. A - Multi-grade oil, specification VW 500 00
1)
B - Multi-grade oil, specification VW 501 01
1)
- Multi-grade oil, specification API-SF- or -SG-
2)
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