MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: Black9 on August 27, 2011, 01:19:28 am

Title: Servicing
Post by: Black9 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:

Title: Re: Servicing
Post by: stealthwolf 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.

Title: Re: Servicing
Post by: Black9 on August 27, 2011, 07:04:54 pm

How many litres of oil does the engine usually take?

Title: Re: Servicing
Post by: stealthwolf on August 27, 2011, 07:27:29 pm

4.5 litres I think if it's an oil change.

Title: Re: Servicing
Post by: Black9 on August 27, 2011, 08:44:51 pm

Thanks, think i'm gonna finish my supply of Fuchs  :laugh:

Title: Re: Servicing
Post by: bacillus on August 27, 2011, 10:21:32 pm

Is your Fuch oil fully synthetic and meets vw 502 spec at minimum?