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Model specific boards => Golf mk8 => Topic started by: BingVW on 21 November 2023, 10:29

Title: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: BingVW on 21 November 2023, 10:29

Hi all,

As per the title which oil do VW recommend and use to top up the MK8 GTi?

Thanks

B

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: fredgroves on 21 November 2023, 12:06

0W-20

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: BillSan on 21 November 2023, 13:37

It should be shown on a silver sticker at the front of the engine compartment.

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: davo245 on 21 November 2023, 15:40

Quote from: BingVW on 21 November 2023, 10:29

Hi all,

As per the title which oil do VW recommend and use to top up the MK8 GTi?

Thanks

B

I use (well will when I need to add any) shell helix ultra 0w-20 £20 plus at dealers £13 from euo car parts  :wink:

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: BingVW on 27 November 2023, 14:54

Cheers all.  Also does anyone know if you can check the oil on the info/dash like in a 911?

thanks

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: BillSan on 27 November 2023, 15:04

I don't think you can check it, but a message comes up telling you how much to add if it drops below the minimum level.

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: fredgroves on 28 November 2023, 11:47

No it's dip stick only

Title: Re: Which oil for top up MK8 Gti
Post by: BingVW on 29 November 2023, 08:46

thanks all