How often should I change the oil in my Volkswagen Jetta?
TDI and GLI models have different engines, and may have different procedures and requirements, such as oil capacity. For years, 3,000 miles was the correct interval to wait between oil changes, but that is no longer the case. Conventional oil in today’s engines can easily last over 5,000 miles between changes.
Where do you jack up a VW Jetta?
Begin jacking up the front driver’s side corner of the car by placing a jack about 5″ back from the front wheel cutout on the long vertical part of the frame. This is the jacking location as stated in the owner’s manual. It is helpful, but not necessary, to jack both sides of the car.
What kind of oil do you put in a Volkswagen Jetta?
Check your owner’s manual for oil capacity if you are changing the oil in a Jetta TDI or GLI. Pour 4.5 liters (4.75 quarts) of 5W-30 oil into the funnel. This is 4.5 liters total remember that you already added some into the oil filter. Make sure to use 5W-30 oil.
Where is the drain plug on a VW Jetta?
Since the oil drain plug is located to the passenger side of the vehicle centerline, jacking up just the driver side is sufficient to drain the oil. Raise the corner of the car enough so that you can comfortably work underneath it. Place a jack stand underneath the frame next to the jack.
Where is the oil pan on a VW Jetta?
The oil pan is in front of the front wheels and just to the right of the vehicle centerline. Place an oil drain pan underneath the oil drain plug. Be sure that the drain pan is positioned so that it will catch the oil when it is streaming out of the oil pan. Always wear protective gloves and eyewear when working with motor oil.
How long is the warranty on a VW Jetta?
With the Volkswagen Jetta warranty, you’ll receive extensive basic and powertrain coverage lasting for 6 years or 72,000 miles*. This is part of what makes a Volkswagen vehicle so inexpensive to maintain!