Thread: First Oil Change?

Sounds like I should be getting serviced at a different dealership

Quote: Originally Posted by kai-wun Don't have a 2.0T yet, but it will be my first car and I want to take care of it in every way possible. Can somebody tell me recommended weights? First oil change at 1000km. Type of oil? Brand/weight? Second oil change at 2000km. Synthetic Blend? Brand/weight? Full synthetic every 6000km afterwards. I want to use the best oil possible, so Group IV Amsoil/Royal Purple? What weight? 5w-20 for the 2.0T...

Quote: Originally Posted by dogstar Can someone, anyone (OTHER than an amsoil salesperson) post a test or study where the benefits of amsoil are proven? Hell, if an amsoil salesperson can post one by some organization OTHER than amsoil I'd be happy. I've asked this every time I can remember seeing an amsoil fan club starting and no one can ever prove why it is better, they just "know" it is. There is a web page...

Quote: Originally Posted by davisk6 The manual calls for 5.2 qts. The dipstick can be difficult to read. What you need to look for is where the oil crosses the entire dipstick, not just where the dry spot is. If the oil crosses the the dipstick fully at the "F" dimple, then you are good. If it's above that, it depends on how far. If it's only a little bit, I suspect you'll be fine. If it's way up, then...

well, I have been very behind in reading the forums today, so I could easily be wrong

please, for the love of God, DO NOT use Fram filters, they are by far the worst filters out there! OEM is always the way to go!

Ok, here's the OFFICIAL INFORMATION FROM THE OWNER'S MANUAL ! Section 7, page 8 (page 307 in the .pdf file) NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER 2.0 TCI - Replace initial 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months, every 4,800 (8,000 km) or 6 months 3.8 - Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months Section 7, page 12 (page 311 in the .pdf file) MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS ENGINE OIL AND FILTER 2.0 TCI -...

yes, but i asume this is like a safety measure, some older cars recommend the break-in period for 3k miles.

LOL!! do you go around whipping people with it? cause that could be your problem

Quote: Originally Posted by XanRules This is what I was wondering about. So conventional oil at 600, synthetic blend at 1500, and full synthetic starting around...4500? anyone?