Operating recommendations

LUBRICANTS - Turbo-diesel engines

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When the vehicle leaves the factory, the engine is filled with high-quality all-season oil suitable for year-round operation in virtually all climatic zones.

For topping up and oil changes, we recommend the following mineral or synthetic oils:

- Branded oils, specification VW 505 00 - High-quality engine oils, specifications VW 500 00 and VW 505 00 - Branded oils, specification API SF (only in exceptional cases).

Specification numbers are printed on the oil container packaging. Oils may be mixed with each other.

The advantages of high-quality engine oils and low-friction oils over all other grades are the same as described in the previous section.

А — моторные масла повышенного качества и легкого хода В — многофункциональные масла
A — High-quality engine oils and low-friction oils B — Multi-function oils C — Single-function oils

Select the oil viscosity class from this table. If the outside air temperature exceeds the specified limits for a short period, an oil change is not required.

When using single-function oil SAE 10W, avoid prolonged engine operation at high speeds and under maximum load.

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