Engine Oil, Checking Level
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Oil level must not exceed max. marking - danger of catalytic converter damage!
Test Conditions
- Engine oil temperature min. 60° C.
- Vehicle in level position.
- After stopping engine, wait a few minutes to allow oil to flow back into oil pan.
Test Sequence
-- Pull out oil dipstick, wipe off with a clean cloth and reinsert dipstick again up to stop.
-- Withdraw dipstick again and read oil level.
Oil Dipstick Markings
1 - Max. marking
2 - Min. marking
a - Area above hatched area up to max. marking: Do not replenish with engine oil!
b - Oil level at hatched area: Can be replenished with engine oil
c - Range from min marking to hatched area: Replenish with max. 0.5 liter of engine oil!