I have been told to use synthetics because of the turbo, but it seems that the slipperiness of the synthetic seems to cause some leakage from my 2002 TDI Golf's oil cap, that did not occur before. I have found regular changes at regular intervals with regular 10-30 weight oil have created 90k trouble free miles. I thought about trying a blend but it doesn't seem worth it...
Should be approx. 4.5L with an oil filter change. I recommend using Shell rotella 15w-40 oil. -1991 Diesel Jetta/1986 Diesel Golf/ 1985 Gas Jetta owner
A Volkswagen Golf Mark 3 N Reg should take 15w40 oil if the oil is mineral. If synthetic oil is preferred, a weight of 10w40 is fine.
where is the oil pressure switch on a 2004 Volkswagen t5 diesel
no oil
about 4qts
15/40
4.2 qts
It takes a recommended diesel engine oil. Ask your dealer or car parts store.
should be 10W30. had problems when 5w30 was in mine so i made the switch and problem solved.
10w 40
4.5 liters of 5W40
Need to know whether you have a gas/petrol or diesel engine, and also, if you're in Europe, if you have the diesel engine with the DPF.