oil dipstick AUDI A4 1999 B5 / 1.G AWM Engine Lubrication System Components Workshop Manual

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Lubrication system
components, removing and
installing

Note:

If large quantities of metal shavings or particles
are found in the engine oil when repairing the
engine, all oil passages must be cleaned
carefully, and the oil cooler replaced in order to
prevent further damage occurring later.
The oil level must not be above max. mark on
dipstick - danger of damage to catalytic
converter!
Oil spray jet and pressure relief valve Fig.
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Viscosity grades and oil specifications:

Repair Manual, Maintenance

Oil system capacity:

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Engine oil level, checking


Test requirements:

Engine oil temperature at least 60 C

Vehicle must be level (horizontal)
Wait a few minutes after switching off engine
to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.

- Pull out dipstick, wipe with a clean cloth and
insert again to stop.

- Pull out dipstick again and read oil level.

Markings on oil dipstick:
Note:
The oil level must not be above marking -a- on the dipstick. a - Oilmust not be topped up.
b - Oil may be topped up. The oil level may rise as far as area -a- after
topping up.
c - Oilmustbe topped up. The oil level is sufficient if somewhere in area -
b- (grooved area) after topping up.
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