From the quality and frequency of replacement engine oil the resource of the engine, which is one of the most expensive components on a car, directly depends. The owner needs to know what kind of oil to fill in the Volkswagen Polo sedan or hatchback engine and how often it needs to be changed.
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When to change the oil?
For all types of Volkswagen Polo engines, the manufacturer indicates in the service literature an oil change interval of 15 thousand kilometers traveled or once a year. But if the car often drives in urban traffic jams and stands with a working Idling engine, the grease ages faster. Therefore, many owners change the fluid more often - once every 10 thousand km. Such an interval will increase the life of the engine. When buying a used car, you should not put off changing the oil, even if the period noted in the service book has not yet come.
What is the best oil to use?
The Volkswagen plant recommends using engine oil in its cars that meets the VW 504 00 or VW 502 00 standard. The first class of fluid provides for the use of only high-quality fuel, which is far from always possible in our realities. Therefore, a lubricant of the second standard is more preferable, which is less demanding on the quality of the fuel used. If topping up is necessary, ACEA A3 / B4 or API SN / SM oils can be used, but in a volume not exceeding half a liter.
At the factory, Volkswagen Polo engines are filled with motor Castrol oil Magnatec 5W-40. According to the owners, CFNA units are very capricious and sensitive to the quality of the lubricant. Therefore, it is recommended to use the original VAG oils Special Plus 5W-40 (article G052167M4 - 5 liters or G052167M2 - 1 liter).
To choose which oil to fill in a Volkswagen Polo sedan or hatchback engine, you need to familiarize yourself with the popular fluid options that have VW 502 00 approval:
- Liqui Moly Leichtlauf High Tech 5W-40;
- Top Tec 4100 5W-40;
- Motul Xcess 8100 5W-40;
- Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40;
- Castrol Edge Professional long life III 5W-40.
How much to fill in the engine and level control
When buying oil, it is advisable to take it with a margin for topping up. Volkswagen motors often consume fluid during operation, so such foresight will not be superfluous. For Polo sedan and hatchback engines, the norm is up to one liter of oil for every 2 thousand kilometers. At the same time, the plant allows even more high flow lubricants on new cars up to the first 5 thousand kilometers traveled.
The amount of fluid in the crankcase depends on the model power unit. On a 1.6 liter CFNA engine, 3.6 liters of oil is placed in the crankcase, but in fact 3.8-4.0 liters can enter it. In this case, the level on the probe will not exceed the maximum mark. On the remaining four-cylinder engines, the amount of lubricant is similar. The smallest sump is in the three-cylinder CJLA, which can hold no more than 2.8 liters of liquid.
To control the oil level on the motor there is a dipstick. The check should be carried out on a cold engine. When the fluid level is at mark A, topping up is prohibited, since excess lubricant leads to damage to the power unit. Mark B corresponds to the normal volume of liquid, and when the level drops to mark C, oil should be added.
Dipstick marks
in turbocharged engines Volkswagen Polo The Sedan has an oil level sensor that sends a warning of an inappropriate quantity to the instrument cluster. But nevertheless, it is better to control the level on the dipstick, without bringing it to a critical point.
How to change the oil with your own hands?
Changing the oil for a Volkswagen Polo does not apply to complex types of car repair and maintenance. To do this, you must have a garage with viewing hole or lift, as well as about one and a half hours of free time. When changing the fluid in the unit, it is necessary to change oil filter And drain plug, on the mating surface of which there is a copper-plated gasket. Some owners reuse it, but this is undesirable, since there is a risk of leakage of grease from under the old seal.
Tools and materials
Before starting work, you need to buy Consumables, including a filter that is selected depending on the type of engine installed on the Volkswagen Polo:
- On the CFNA or CFNB engine, which was installed on the Polo Sedan until the fall of 2015, the original oil filter with the article number 03С115561D or more is used new version 03C115561H. A good alternative part from Mahle Knecht, the article of which is OC 5933. The oil drain hole is closed with a plug N90813202 with a thread size of M14 * 1.5 * 22.
- On a more recent CWVA or CWVB engine, a cleaning element 04E115561H. These units use a N90288901 plug with a thread size of M14 * 1.5 * 16, equipped with a replaceable gasket N0138157 with a dimension of 14 * 20 mm. The turbocharged 1.4 liter engine has the same oil filter and cap.
- For the 85 hp CLPA engine of the Polo hatchback, filter 030115561AN and plug N90813202 are used. The 105 hp unit uses tool 03C115561B and plug N90813202 (similar to CFNA motor). The weakest 75-horsepower motor is equipped with device 03D198819C, cover M14 * 1.5 N0160276 with ring N0138492. On diesel engines, filters 03P115562 (1.2 liter option) and 03L115562 (for 1.6 liter engine) are used. The drain plug is identical - N90813202.
As a result, you can get started with the following:
- fresh oil in a volume of at least 4 liters;
- new oil filter and drain plug;
- wrenches with a size of 13 and 18 mm.
- torque wrench (if present).
- chain puller for filters or gas wrench. Ideally, a cup key with a size of 74 or 80 mm is used to remove devices (depending on the type of motor);
- to dismantle the standard protection, you will need a screwdriver or a TORX head wrench;
- a stable empty container of 4.5-5 liters for draining mining;
- clean pouring funnel fresh butter;
- rags and a piece of plastic wrap (a large 200 liter garbage bag will do);
- gloves.
The procedure for filling oil through the oil separator cover is shown in the video from the GARAGE-58 channel.
Step-by-step instruction
Before draining and changing the oil in a Volkswagen Polo Sedan 2013, 2014 or another year of manufacture with a CFNA or CFNB engine, drive up to 10 km by car to completely warm up the fluid in the crankcase of the unit.
Then the car must be installed on a viewing hole or lift and perform the following steps:
- Take off protective screen engine tray. It can be standard factory (made of plastic) or optional, already installed by the owner. The second option is usually made of steel sheet. When removing the standard protection, it is necessary to unscrew the fastening screws starting from the front ones, since the sheet has special latches on the front edge.
- Then you need to wipe the engine around the oil filler neck and unscrew its cap. After that, it is necessary to clean the unit pan and the drain plug from dirt with a rag.
- Carefully unscrew the oil drain plug with an 18 mm wrench, keeping a container ready to collect waste. Holding the lid on the last thread, you need to bring the container, unscrew the cork completely and immediately remove it to the side. This operation should be carried out carefully and quickly, since the oil is hot and the pressure will be very significant.
- After the main volume of liquid has drained, you need to put a container on the bottom of the pit or on the floor of the room to collect oil residues from the crankcase. It takes at least 15-20 minutes to completely drain the grease. Some car owners additionally pump out the remains from the recesses of the pallet using a medical syringe and an extension tube from a dropper put on the spout.
- Close drive belt auxiliary units and the generator with plastic wrap, thick cloth or rags. This is necessary to protect nodes from possible hit drops of oil from the old filter.
- Thoroughly wipe the engine crankcase around the cleaning device with a rag to remove dirt and dust deposits.
- , being careful not to remove the fitting together with the device. If it is not possible to perform the task manually, you can resort to using a chain puller for filters or a gas wrench. In the absence of these tools, you will have to punch through the device closer to the top with a beard and, using it as a lever, unscrew the part from the motor.
- Wipe the filter installation site with a clean cloth. Then you need to lubricate the o-ring new part oil and install. It is necessary to tighten the oil filter by hand; in the conditions of an official service, it is tightened with a torque of 20 N m. Fresh grease is not poured inside, since the cleaner is installed almost vertically and it will flow out during installation.
- Screw a new screw plug into the sump and pour 3 liters of oil into the engine, and then add up to normal level. The size of the oil filler neck is small, so it is better to use a funnel and pour the lubricant in small portions. Some owners fill fluid into the CFNA motor through removed cover oil separator. This technique allows you to do it faster and without spills. The amount of liquid must be controlled by the dipstick.
- After reaching the normal level of lubrication, close the filler cap and start the engine. Lamp emergency pressure oil should go out after a few seconds of operation of the unit. Since some volume of liquid will go into inner part filter, then you need to check the level and, if necessary, bring it to normal.
- Replace the removed engine undertray parts.
- Install the Polo Sedan car on a horizontal platform, turn off the power unit, wait 3-4 minutes and check the lubrication level again.
For more modern motors CWVA, applied since 2016, the procedure for changing the oil is similar, with the exception of a few points.
The reliability and durability of the Volkswagen Polo power plant directly depends on the quality of the oil being poured and compliance with the timing of its replacement. Therefore, the car owner must responsibly approach the choice motor lubricant and follow all manufacturer's recommendations.
The most popular original oil has VW 502 00 or VW 504 00 approvals. Its cost is more than 3,000 rubles. The manufacturer also allows the use of the less common VW 501 01 and VW 503 00. Oil 504 00 has the largest number high-tech additives to maximize the replacement period, so it is better.
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Original oil Volkswagen Polo
502 00 approved grease designed for difficult conditions operation where a shorter drain interval is required. The use of oil 502 00 is only justified economic side, That's why experienced car owners do not advise to fill it.
As the engine wears, the viscosity must be increased. Otherwise, the car owner will face a constant leak of oil seals and sweating of the engine. The use of too thick oils in the motor is unjustified. They do not provide sufficient lubrication of rubbing surfaces, reduce Engine efficiency, may cause streaks.
Volkswagen's proprietary system for classifying and sequencing engine oils does not have widespread among lubricant manufacturers. Therefore, it is quite difficult to find it on the labels on the canister. In the international classification, the specified tolerances correspond to liquids with ACEA, A2 or A3 indices.
The table below shows the article numbers and approximate cost good analogues original oil for Volkswagen Polo.
Refueling volumes and replacement intervals
Dealers recommend changing the engine oil in a Volkswagen Polo car every 15 thousand kilometers. According to the reviews of car owners, the interval should be reduced to 7 - 8 thousand kilometers.
Normal oil consumption in a Volkswagen Polo engine
According to the manufacturer's statements, the entire line power plants has the same oil consumption rate. The engine can eat up to 1 liter per thousand kilometers. This tolerance is quite large. During vehicle operation real consumption significantly less. An increase in oil consumption to 1 liter per thousand kilometers is possible only in case of excessive engine wear or a malfunction of its components.
According to the reviews of car owners, the oil consumption rate is 150 -200 grams. If the engine eats more than 250 grams per thousand kilometers, then you need to pay attention to the condition piston rings, gaskets and seals.
Most often increased consumption occurs due to coked oil scraper and compression rings. This trouble appears with a run of more than 100 thousand km. High blood pressure crankcase gases can cause engine sweating even at 55-75 thousand on the odometer. In this case, oil consumption increases over time. It is not uncommon for a motor to consume more than a liter per thousand kilometers.
Required Tools
In order to replace the engine oil in the engine on a Volkswagen Polo sedan car, the car owner will need a set of tools and materials that are shown in the table below.
- Oil filter. The original product has the article number 03C115561H.
- O-ring for drain plug.
Do-it-yourself oil change process for a Volkswagen Polo
Oil change for Volkswagen car Polo sedan with a 1.6 liter engine is carried out according to the instructions below.
- Put the car on a viewing hole. Warm up the engine.
- Open the hood.
- Unscrew the oil filter with a special wrench.
The process of removing the oil filter with a homemade tool
- Wipe the thread and the seat from contamination with a rag.
Surface cleaning process
- Remove the oil filler cap.
Lid removal process
- Place a container under the old oil drain hole.
Container under the oil drain hole
- Unscrew the drain plug with a wrench.
- After draining the old oil, visually inspect the drain plug. In her case good condition only the o-ring needs to be replaced.
- Screw the drain plug into its seat.
Cork screwing process
- Take a new oil filter and lubricate the threads with oil seat And sealing gum.
If you follow the regulations, then you should change the oil in a Volkswagen Polo (1.6), together with it, and the oil filter at intervals of max = 15 thousand km, but for Russia, it is traditionally recommended to reduce this interval to 8 thousand km.
What kind of oil and how much is needed for replacement?
Any engine oil for Volkswagen Polo must be approved by the concern Volkswagen Group and the corresponding designations on the packaging: 501.01; 502.00; 503.00 or 504.00. What do VW approvals mean?
Consider the issue of choosing oil in more detail, depending on the year of manufacture of the Volkswagen Polo, starting with cars manufactured in 2005. For cars from 2005 to 2010 (inclusive), you can choose "synthetics" or "semi-synthetics". For vehicles manufactured since 2011, only synthetic oils should be selected.
Engine oils for gasoline vehicles:
- issued in 2005 must have API category– SL,
- issued in 2006 - 2010 must have an API category - SM,
- issued from 2011 to 2015 (inclusive) must have the API category - SN.
For diesel vehicles:
- produced in 2005-2010, the oil must have an API category - CI,
- released in 2011-2012, the oil must have an API category - CJ,
- issued from 2013 to 2015 (inclusive), API - CJ-4.
How to choose engine oil for winter?
- For cars manufactured from 2005 to 2010 (inclusive), fit winter oils with parameters 0W-40 and 5W-40. For cars manufactured in 2010, you can still use 5W-50.
- For cars from 2011 to 2013 (inclusive), oils 0W-40 and 0W-50 are suitable.
- For Volkswagen Polo, released in 2014 - 0W-50 oils.
- For those released in 2015 - oils 0W-50 and 0W-60.
How to choose motor oil for summer?
- For cars manufactured from 2005 to 2010 (inclusive), fit summer oils with parameters 20W-40 and 25W-40. For cars manufactured in 2010, another 25W-50 is added.
- For cars from 2011 to 2013 (inclusive), 20W-40 and 25W-50 oils are suitable.
- For those released in 2014 - 15W-50 and 20W-50 oils.
- For those released in 2015 - oils 15W-50 and 15W-60.
How to choose multigrade oil?
- For cars manufactured from 2005 to 2010 (inclusive), fit multigrade oils with the following parameters: 10W-40, 5W-40, 15W-40. For cars manufactured in 2010, 10W-50 is added to those listed.
- For cars manufactured from 2011 to 2013 (inclusive), oils with parameters are suitable: 10W-50, 5W-40, 15W-40.
- For Volkswagen Polo, released in 2014 - oils 5W-50 and 10W-50.
- For those released in 2015 - oils 5W-50 and 10W-60.
Now, to the question: how much oil to pour?
When changing the oil and, at the same time, the oil filter, fill in Volkswagen Polo (1.6) with 3.5 liters.
Oil change process
So, prepare a new oil and filter, essential tool, a funnel for filling oil and - forward to work. All the subtleties of the process are consecrated in the video below.
Video: Changing the oil in a Volkswagen Polo Sedan engine
Volkswagen Polo Sedan- one of the most people's cars on Russian market, along with Hyundai Solaris. The car, introduced in 2017, is still in demand - largely due to good driving characteristics, high-quality components and high reliability. In addition, in the case of the VW Polo, some repair work you can do it yourself - for example, pour new oil into the engine. Naturally, before that you need to choose the oil, and in order not to make a mistake in choosing, you should proceed from the parameters indicated in the user manual. So, in this article, we will consider how to choose the right oil, and how much to fill it in, depending on the displacement of the Volkswagen Polo Sedan engine.
For a competent choice of oil, you must act in stages, and observe all important parameters, including performance indicators. For example, you need to know when to replace a consumable. To do this, the manufacturer has developed a replacement procedure, which for the VW Polo Sedan is about 20 thousand kilometers. This is a notional figure that can be changed at the insistence of dealer center, or at the initiative of the owner (with self service). In the latter case, changing the oil is much more difficult, but it is a very informative and economical procedure that does not take much time. It will have to be carried out as often as possible if the machine is operated in unstable climatic zones and is subjected to high loads. After all, under the influence of negative factors, the oil must be changed in advance so that it does not have time to lose its properties. Due to difficult conditions, the regulation can be reduced to 10 thousand kilometers. In addition, on rapid wear oil affects high speed, riding on light off-road, including dusty roads, constant fluctuations temperatures, abrupt maneuvering and even traffic violation. In such cases, you must be prepared for an earlier oil change than provided for by the regulations. But for this it is important to know several factors.
How to check the condition of the oil
To make sure that the oil has become unusable, you need to pay attention to the color, smell and composition of the oil. For example, when high mileage liquid may change color from clear to dark brown. As for the smell, the oil can smell burnt and this is one of the signs of mechanical wear. The second, more serious sign is the presence of metal chips in the oil, as well as mud deposits. In such cases, it is urgent to change the oil. This is the only way to prevent premature wear motor components, and thereby avoid overhaul ICE.
When to check the condition of the oil
Many check the condition of the oil according to the regulations. In fact, it is better to do it earlier, without waiting for the regulations. Oil problems are indicated by the following signs:
- Insufficient engine power
- Increased fuel consumption
- Increased oil consumption
- Possible delays and jerks when shifting gears
- Excessive noise and vibration
If these deviations are found, it will not be superfluous to check the condition of the oil.
Oil parameters
Naturally for Volkswagen Polo is better pick up oil well-known manufacturer. Brands with a dubious reputation should be ignored immediately. In order not to get confused in the choice, one must proceed from the recommended parameters developed by oneself. Volkswagen Group. For example, first of all, one must proceed from the viscosity SAE specifications 5W-40 and 5W-30, as well as international standards ACEA A2 and ACEA A3. In addition, attention should be paid to compliance with the markings 501 01, 502 00 and 503 00.
The specified parameters have the original oil, as well as its analogues. To date, the production of analogues has been established in Germany, Russia, Romania, Moldova, China and other countries. The quality of these oils has recently caught up with more expensive ones. original oils. Based on this, the choice in favor of an analogue oil is obvious. Although many still prefer the original product.
From the best manufacturers motor oils for Volkswagen Polo can be distinguished brands Castrol, Mobil, Lukoil, Elf, Kixx and others well-known firms with a good reputation. Also, owners often prefer motor Shell oil Helix Ultra.
Volume
The total amount of engine oil for the Volkswagen Polo does not depend on the displacement, and averages 3.6 liters.
Types of motor oils
At the end of the article, we will consider what motor oils are. There are only three of them.
- Synthetic is the best motor oil today. Possesses good performance fluidity, and also has excellent non-stick and antioxidant properties, is not afraid of frost and sudden changes temperatures. Recommended for modern cars with little mileage. Main disadvantage oils - high cost due to the listed advantages
- Mineral - the cheapest motor oil, often used as a technical fluid for flushing the engine from the remnants of old oil, metal chips and other deposits. It should not be poured into Volkswagen engine Polo, especially with low mileage. In addition, "mineral water" is prohibited to use at low temperatures. The point is that it is more thick oil, prone to freezing
- Semi-synthetic is a worthy option to replace mineral oil. It has the best value for its price. moderately opposes low temperatures, and has a longer shelf life than the mineral composition. And yet, semi-synthetics are not able to completely replace pure synthetics, and it should be poured only in extreme cases.
- We can conclude that in the first place for Volkswagen is any synthetic oil either original or well-known analogue. Semi-synthetics are best used for high mileage, and mineral oil pouring is not recommended.
Oil change video
Changing the oil in your Polo Sedan will not only keep your car's engine running smoothly, but you can also save on the use of mechanics in service shops.
Such work does not present any difficulty, so every motorist will be able to change the oil in a Volkswagen Polo. We will tell you in more detail how the engine oil is changed in a Volkswagen Polo car.
What oil to pour
First of all, you need to purchase the consumables used. If there are no difficulties with choosing an oil filter, then how to choose the right type of lubricant?
It must be said that in this case The choice depends on the specific features of your car's engine. In the Polo model of the late nineties - early 2000s, you can fill in inexpensive semi-synthetic oil.
But modern economical engines installed on the Polo today place increased demands on the characteristics of the lubricant used. In this case, we recommend using the following technical fluids:
- VW 501 00;
- VW 503 00;
- VW 502 00.
We can also recommend that you use Mobil 1 or Shell Helix Ultra technical fluid in your Polo car. They provide high-quality lubrication of moving parts of the motor, have affordable price and retain all their performance characteristics throughout the entire service life.
It is recommended to change the Volkswagen Polo sedan oil every 10,000 kilometers. If you are using your car in difficult conditions or its mileage falls exclusively on the city, it is recommended to change technical fluids every 8,000 kilometers. Most lubricants after such a run lose some of their performance characteristics, which does not allow them to perform high-quality cooling and lubrication of moving parts.
If the car owner neglects to carry out such service work, it may lead to overheating of the engine and other serious problems motor, the elimination of which will have a significant cost.
Engine oil volume
The volume of oil in a Volkswagen Polo engine directly depends on the specific type of power unit. In most cases, 3.4-3.6 liters of lubricant will suffice.
We recommend purchasing a 4-liter canister of lubricant, which will later make it easy to add the liquid consumed by the engine during the operation of the car. Lubricant when replacing it is poured into the engine through the appropriate top cover necks, but the drain is made through the drain plug located at the bottom of the crankcase.
Changing the oil in the engine
Tools Used
To do this job, you will need to use the following tools:
- Filter wrench or flathead screwdriver.
- Asterisk key.
- key for 18.
- Drain container.
- Dry rag.
- New crankcase drain plug.
Step-by-step instruction
It is best to carry out work on changing the oil in the Polo sedan engine on a flyover or in a garage pit:
- You need to warm up the engine, which will ensure the proper fluidity of the fluid, which will quickly drain from the crankcase of the unit. The car warms up and is driven onto the overpass, after which it should be substituted under drainer in the crankcase, a container with a capacity of at least 4 liters.
- We open the hood and unscrew the neck cap, into which fresh oil will subsequently be poured.
- After that, you need to climb under the car, arm yourself with an asterisk key and unscrew the screws that fix the pallet cover.
- Next, with an 18 wrench, carefully unscrew the drain plug. Remember that the oil can be hot, so you need to be as careful as possible.
- We are waiting for the complete draining of the old oil from the engine. This usually takes about 30 minutes. After that, close the drain hole with a new plug.
- Next, we replace the oil filter. You can unscrew the old oil filter using special key, and a flat screwdriver, which is used to pierce the filter element housing, and then used as a lever.
- IN new filter it is necessary to fill in about a third of fresh oil, and apply such a lubricant also to the sealing gum. After that, we twist the filter onto the thread and check the tightness of the connection.
- We fill in about three liters of new oil, while its level should reach the middle mark of the dipstick. It is recommended to wait about 5 minutes after pouring fresh oil, then check its level.
- Next, start the engine, inspect it for leaks, and let it run for about 5 minutes. We turn off the engine, wait for the engine to cool, check its level again. If necessary, it will be necessary to remove 400-600 grams of auto-lube, after which everything service works fully completed.
Many specialists service centers and the owners of this car recommend carrying out an additional oil change with the appropriate auto chemicals. About three liters of the appropriate fluid will be required to flush the engine.
It is poured immediately after draining the old auto-lube, after which the engine is started and allowed to run for about 20 minutes. After flushing the engine, it is necessary to drain washing liquid through the bottom plug, and proceed to replace the filter and fill in new lubricant into the motor.
Conclusion
As you can see, changing engine oil in a Volkswagen Polo is not difficult. Even in new vehicles with modern engines you can easily perform such work yourself, which will allow you to significantly save on the maintenance of your car.
Remember only that it is necessary to use high-quality consumables and not save on the quality of such a lubricant. All this will allow you to perform high-quality service work by changing the oil in your car.
