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Removal and Replacement



Engine Oil, Draining and Replacing Oil Filter

WARNING!: Oil extraction not permitted with various engine types!

Note: - Perform oil change at operating temperature.

Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Oil Filter Strap Wrench -Hazet 2171-1-
- Oil Extractor -1782-

4.2 FSI




- Remove engine cover.



- Remove oil filter cover with a -SW 24- -arrow-.
- Clean sealing surfaces oil filter cover and at oil filter housing.



- Replace O-rings -2- and -4- and filter component -3-.

Note: - By removing the filter element, a valve is opened that allows the oil in the filter housing to flow automatically back into the crankcase.
- Observe installation position of tab on oil filter.
- Observe waste disposal regulations!

- Insert new oil filter in filter housing.
- Install new O-ring -2- and lubricate lightly.
- Install oil filter cover -1-.
- Remove noise insulation.
- Open oil drain plug on oil pan or extract engine oil.
- Install oil drain plug.
- Fill motor oil.

Note: - Install oil drain plug with new gasket.
- Check for cleanliness.

Tightening Specifications
Oil filter cover 25 Nm
Oil drain plug on oil pan 25 Nm