Draining and filling engine oil
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Porsche Macan and 2015 Porsche Macan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Incorrect oil level
- Risk of damage to engine or catalytic converter
→ Check the oil level regularly.
→ The oil level must not fall below the Minimum marking or rise above the Maximum marking.
→ Only use engine oil approved by Porsche.
WARNING:
Hot fluid
- Danger of scalding
→ Avoid contact with hot fluid.
→ Wear personal protective gear.
Information
- Only use engine oils that have been tested and approved by Porsche AG.
- Dispose of used oil and oil filter in accordance with legal requirements in your country.
- Loosen the oil drain plug and collect the engine oil in a container (allow to drain for approx. 5 minutes).
- 1.1. Dispose of used oil in accordance with legal requirements.
- Replace sealing ring on oil drain plug and fit oil drain plug.
- 2.1. Tightening torque for oil drain plug: Tightening torque 28 Nm (21 ft lb.)
- Replace engine oil filter if necessary. → WM 173055 Changing oil filter .
- Fill in the specified amount of engine oil according to specifications.