Volkswagen Transporter User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ENGINE OIL
Checking oil level
Every engine uses a certain amount of oil.
The oil consumption can be up to 1.5 li-
tres per 1000 km.
The engine oil level must therefore be
checked at regular intervals, preferably
when filling the tank. In arduous operat-
ing conditions or when engine is work-
ing hard it should be checked daily be-
fore moving off.
The dipstick and filler pipe can be
reached through a flap behind the rear
number plate.
The dipstick location is shown in the illus-
tration:
The vehicle must be on a level surface
when checking oil level. After stopping
engine wait a few minutes for the oil to
74 drain back to the sump.
Then pull the dipstick out, wipe it with a
clean cloth and insert again. Then pull dip-
stick out again and check the oil level:
The level must be between the two
marks.
The difference in quantity between the
min. and max. marks is 1.0 litre.
When the engine is working hard such as
in sustained high-speed motorway cruis-
ing in summer, when towing a trailer or
when climbing mountain passes, the oil
level should be kept up to the max. mark.
Topping up engine oil
Unscrew the cap from the oil filler and pull
extension pipe out fully.
Add oil.
Push extension pipe in again and screw
the cap back on tightly.
Check the level with the dipstick - the oil
should not be above the max. mark.
Changing engine oil
The engine oil deteriorates not only due
to use when engine is running but also
due to ageing. The engine oil changing
times depend therefore on the mileage
and also the time elapsed.
Petrol engines
Engine oil change every 15000 km or
every 12 months (whichever comes first).
Diesel engines
Engine oil change every 7500 km or every
12 months (whichever comes first).
For further detail, see Service Schedule.
For all engines
• If the vehicle is used continuously in
arduous conditions, the engine oil must
be changed at shorter intervals - see also
page 91.
• Disposal of the old oil must be done in
accordance with environmental protection
regulations.
Recommended oils and viscosity classes
- see page 72.
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Volkswagen Transporter Specifications

General

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	Transporter
Category	Automobile
Language	English