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Offline Black9

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Servicing
« on: August 27, 2011, 01:19:28 am »
Not a fan of the VW long life scheme so looking to get a service in between the VAG one. I've heard people recommend Castrol Edge oil, what viscosity? Also need some new rear discs, would use guys say get VW or would a motor factors be ok? Pads seems ok but will replace them at the same time!?

Also I have loads of FUCHS PRO S oil lying around, would that be OK to use? It's not long life but is still a high quality oil none the less :smiley:
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Re: Servicing
« Reply #1 on: August 27, 2011, 07:35:44 am »
If you do a search, you'll find the answers.

5W-30 VW approved only. Fuchs is fine if it's vw approved.

All GTI cars should be on Time and Distance servicing.
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Re: Servicing
« Reply #2 on: August 27, 2011, 07:04:54 pm »
How many litres of oil does the engine usually take?
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Re: Servicing
« Reply #3 on: August 27, 2011, 07:27:29 pm »
4.5 litres I think if it's an oil change.
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Re: Servicing
« Reply #4 on: August 27, 2011, 08:44:51 pm »
Thanks, think i'm gonna finish my supply of Fuchs  :laugh:
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Re: Servicing
« Reply #5 on: August 27, 2011, 10:21:32 pm »
Is your Fuch oil fully synthetic and meets vw 502 spec at minimum?
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