how to change the oil in Volkswagen Golf MK7.5 (2020-Present)

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather all necessary tools and parts.
• Park the vehicle on a level surface and ensure the engine is off and cool.
• Gather materials: new oil, new oil filter, oil catch pan, funnel, and rags.

2. Lift the Vehicle

• Sub-steps:
  • Use a jack to lift the front of the vehicle.
  • Secure it with jack stands to ensure stability.
• Tools Required: Jack, jack stands.
• Safety Warnings: Ensure the vehicle is on a flat surface and secure before working underneath.

3. Drain Old Oil

• Sub-steps:
  • Position the oil catch pan under the oil pan.
  • Remove the oil drain plug using a socket wrench.
  • Allow the old oil to fully drain into the catch pan.
  • Replace the drain plug and tighten it to the manufacturer’s torque specification (typically 20 Nm).
• Tools Required: Socket wrench, oil catch pan.

4. Replace Oil Filter

• Sub-steps:
  • Locate the oil filter; use an oil filter wrench to remove it.
  • Apply a small amount of new oil to the rubber gasket of the new oil filter.
  • Install the new oil filter hand-tight, ensuring a proper seal.
• Tools Required: Oil filter wrench.
• Parts Required: New oil filter.

5. Add New Oil

• Sub-steps:
  • Remove the oil filler cap on top of the engine.
  • Use a funnel to add the new engine oil (refer to the owner’s manual for the correct type and quantity, typically 5W-30 or 0W-20).
  • Replace the oil filler cap securely.
• Tools Required: Funnel.
• Parts Required: New engine oil.

6. Check Oil Level

• Sub-steps:
  • Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.
  • Turn off the engine and wait for a minute.
  • Check the oil level with the dipstick and add oil if necessary.
• Tools Required: Dipstick.