DIY 3.0T Oil Change & Liqui Moly Engine Service for Audi C7 & B8 Supercharged Engines

Decided to make an updated Oil Change DIY video for you guys. In this one I show you how to change the oil via a Fluid Extractor, or the traditional way through the drain plug in the oil pan. I even compare how much oil is leftover in the oil pan after draining it with a fluid extractor so you guys can see how effective a fluid extractor is.
We also do an Engine Flush treatment courtesy of our friends at Liqui Moly, and we add some of their Motor Oil Saver after we complete the oil change.
The engine flush and oil additives were provided to the channel by Liqui Moly, but we purchased the Oil Change kit from FCP Euro.
Let me know what you guys think of the video in the comments!
Oil Extractor: amzn.to/3VQO0Sn

[@sebastianlorenzo4935]

I love taking the 4 different style of screws out on the belly pan. 😂 ole’ school

[@deesnuts17]

Easiest oil change ever! Loved using the fluid extractor; it got just under 7L out without a problem. Didn’t do the flush, but maybe next time (only have 38k miles on my 2014 A7). Thanks for the great videos!

[@victorliu8405]

Great video! Would you use the LM Cera Tec instead of the LM motor oil saver? I am debating between the two for my upcoming engine oil change.

[@Rasor89]

Great video as always! Thanks sir!

[@AudiC7Owners]

Thank you!

[@jerryx2000]

The best video why not to use an extractor!

[@edwardrosa8615]

Thanks Cameron ! Love your channel bro and wish you nothing but the best going forward. I’ve learned a bunch watching your videos , I own a 2014 a6 3.0t and I’m ready to start working on all that good stuff so learned watching you. Thank you

[@AudiC7Owners]

Thanks dude! That was super generous of you 🙌🏼. I hope you enjoy working on your C7 as much as I do. They are awesome cars.

[@tonygarcia1021]

@@AudiC7Owners yo bro me too just got my Audi a6 too only thing is I’m going through oil fast im burning a quart every 300-400 miles you think this would help and would you recommend to just keep topping off or is there something I can do to help my consumption ?

[@HamzaGuzel690]

@@tonygarcia1021he made video(s) on oil consumption with the 3.0T engine. Most of the time it’s the pcv. Take a look at those videos. Best of luck

[@brandonmccoy8769]

Glad I found your Channel 💯 I recently picked a B8.5 S4 (2013) with the 3.0t I see ya got a oil dipstick which I am after But do not want to order for ECS. Where Did you get yours?

[@AudiC7Owners]

I got mine groom fcp euro. Just find a dip stick from a 2006 audi 3.2L engine.

[@Subz77z]

Camerooon! Great video!!! I better change my oil asap then, and drain fully. I have been using fluid extractor, decent amount remains at then end still. I also extract a bit from filter port by sticking extractor hose in there. Question Cam, have you used CERA TEC additive before? Thoughts on using that instead Motor Oil Saver? Also you can just dump the additive in 5-liter bottle and give a nice shake and then put in the motor.

[@AudiC7Owners]

If you don't have any oil consumption issues then I would use Cera Tec. If you have some oil consumption, I'd start off doing a couple rounds of motor oil saver. If that improves or fixes your consumption, then go back to the Cera Tec

[@YouTubeHandlesAreStupid]

@@AudiC7Owners Subz77z may want to check with LiquiMoly before doing this. They say to be very careful when changing fluids, because they say motors do get used to them. The LM sales guy from one of the videos said "Some people do Cera-Tec for one change, then they change to MoS2 on the next change" ... When I contacted LM the person who replied said to absolutely NOT do this. Lol

[@YouTubeHandlesAreStupid]

Wow. I did not expect that much oil to not be missed by the extractor. This may be dumb; but, are we sure the extractor hose has a straight shot to the bottom of the pan? Maybe the next time you're doing this, you can run the tube straight down like you did before, then remove the oil pan underneath to see where in the pan the tube hits. May be good content and information for us all.

[@miket.8528]

Great video! I guess draining from the bottoms is the best for the 3.0T 😬

[@AudiC7Owners]

If you use an engine additive to clean it, then absolutely. If you are just doing normal oil changes & stay on top of it, mixing new oil with that leftover bit won't harm anything.

[@jersonmancebo7453]

Did you use 1 can and half of the other can for the engine flush you cut that part and also did you use 1 can and half of the other can for the motor oil saver ?

[@sebastianlorenzo4935]

Cam. U need the urotuning black caps for the windshield washer fluid tank and the coolant reservoir.

[@AudiC7Owners]

Feel free to send some to me! 😉🤣

[@k33PZ_]

Looked on fcpeuro and couldn’t find the dipstick…

[@98audiquattro]

Hey great video, I also do my oil change from the top and it akes oil changes a breeze. Just FYI harbor freight has a recall on that fluid extractor. I believe it has to do with the pressure relief valve not operating correctly at times and may cause the device to rise in excessive pressure and explode.

[@AudiC7Owners]

This isn't a harbor freight extractor

[@98audiquattro]

Oops no worries then.😂

[@2A_All_Day_2011]

im about to buy a b8 a6 used... i want add test pipe but how do you pass inspection?

[@rah40boy]

Do all the O-Rings come with the Leichtlauf Fcp Euro kit for the filter housing ?

[@AudiC7Owners]

If it comes with a filter it should come with the gaskets

[@Krsonecf]

Nice video! I’m planning on doing this soon. Is that a catch can in the front right engine bay?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Nope. That's the reservoir for our divorced setup. But check out our pcv relocation diy playlist. We will be installing a catch can when we complete that

[@nataliegrn17]

@@AudiC7Owners what do you recommend for an oil catch can? (ie, brand, model) And what kind of 'catches' should we beware of, like how it behaves in winter?

[@AudiC7Owners]

1) you can't run a catch can on the 3.0t without modifying the pcv system. That's why we are installing ours when we do our pcv relocation. 2) the biggest thing is that you can't let it freeze. So if you live in a place where the car will be subjected to freezing Temps for a long time, I wouldn't install one. 3) I'm going to be using an integrated engineering can, but as long as you get one that has a good baffle you will be good. I also highly suggest getting one that allows you to drain from the bottom.

[@nataliegrn17]

@@AudiC7Owners wow thanks for this info! So when it's freezing outside for a few days, or forecast says it will, you should have a quick and easy way to remove (and reinstall) it, right? Does the IE can do that? Or should I just wait for your video lol

[@AudiC7Owners]

Most people OP not to run them if they live in very cold weather climates.

[@lifebidesign]

Hi Cameron, I have a q5 3.0t had the PCV/Oil separator changed including all hoses thermostat and water pump. Noticed no more oil consumption. After about a month of of this repair I added less than a quart of oil. Then after about 12 days I noticed that we needed to add about a quart of oil then after 5 days another quart? What gives? any Ideas? Here's the things I had the Oil separator replaced previously because it was defective. Yes the parts are from the Audi factory so the question is what's going on with oil consumption. Taking the car to the shop to do a scan to see if this part failed again. If so do you have any insight what may cause it to fail again? Or other ideas?

[@AudiC7Owners]

That is really strange. Have you inspected your valve cover gaskets for leaks? That was my main problem. How are your driving habits? Aggressive or docile?

[@lifebidesign]

@@AudiC7Owners Docile/Aggressive depending, mostly docile for sure. I will have the valve covers checked to see if there are any leaks.

[@Falcon5ive]

Some people do additional oil change, they say that even after you drain the old oil with flush, there is still some flush that stays in the engine and it will thin out the new oil, so they add cheap oil, run for few minutes, then drain it, then add good oil. I wanted to know what's your take on this? Have you experienced any oil thinning etc?

[@AudiC7Owners]

If you drain from the pan they're will not be a significant amount left in there. As long as you stay on top of your changes you don't need to worry about the residual leftover oil in the vehicle.

[@Falcon5ive]

@@AudiC7Owners awesome, thank you

[@guizmo0303]

Can I use the the engine flush and motor oil saver service on my C7 2.0T engine?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Yep! Just add the appropriate amount for your engine

[@sebastianlorenzo4935]

I short a quart at 2200 miles like clock work. Change my oil every 5k. Currently at 105k no mods.

[@AudiC7Owners]

That could be from driving habits if you drive aggressively. Could have a leak somewhere as well.

[@wcho13yt]

PSA- I ran into bad beginners luck after my first oil change. I didn’t torque the filter cap and only went a half turn past hand tightening. The oil sprayed everywhere towards the front fan. I’ll always make sure to use the torque wrench. I jiggle and move the extractor tube which helped get to the last half a liter. I measured the amount by pouring it back into the container.

[@manym7843]

Where can I buy a dipstick to check the oil? mine is electronic and I have not found a compatible one

[@AudiC7Owners]

Fcp euro carries them

[@rmills5372]

stupid question from a new audi owner here 🙋‍♂️. is it safe to leave the dipstick in your car or should i put the plug back after i get finished checking/ changing the oil? like i said stupid question but i’m not sure since it comes with the plug 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@AudiC7Owners]

It's safe to leave it in 👍🏻

[@danaranwar4528]

Hello, brother. My car has a problem, it reduces the oil of the engine and it's on my screen (add oil, max 1L you can continue driving), isn't it bad for my engine if I go a few kilometres on it?

[@AudiC7Owners]

You can drive some, but don't go an excessive distance.

[@BreakingtheChainsofD]

hey whats your opinion on the Bg engine flush

[@AudiC7Owners]

I don't on occasion. But if you are already having kicked up oil rings and other things that are result of built up carbon from neglect it likely will not do a ton to help you

[@Adlai8008]

Do you have any recommendations for fuel additives

[@AudiC7Owners]

I'm not convinced they help At all, but I've used BG & Liqui Moly

[@hyperspaceexplorer5594]

How is that PCV relocation holding?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Fantastic

[@rossmoss81]

Is it acceptable to mix brand of oil, I want to start using liqui moly but I still have 2/3 of oil left. I did stage 1 tune and I can see that I am burning oil more quickly.

[@AudiC7Owners]

Yes you can mix synthetic oils

[@rossmoss81]

@@AudiC7Owners thank you so much love your channel!!

[@eddiegarcia2721]

Why the blue bottle of liqui Molly instead of the green one?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Because this is a slightly better oil. I would only use the green bottle if I needed to track down a leak.

[@drewstevens5699]

Liqui Moly needs to get you a code for referrals

[@2A_All_Day_2011]

how did you change the intervals to 5k isnt it 10k stock?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Check out my obd11 tutorials Playlist

[@johnnyvasquez8724]

How do you have a dipstick did you add it or did it came with it , I have an Audi a6 12 3.0

[@AudiC7Owners]

I added it. Bought from fcp euro

[@johnnyvasquez8724]

@@AudiC7Owners thank you for the response , is there a video you showed you added it ? I really don’t want to rely on my mmi a6 12 3.0 premium plus

[@AudiC7Owners]

You just remove the plug and insert the dipstick 👍🏼

[@Noskillz_]

how much oil did the car drain?

[@AudiC7Owners]

I didn't measure it out... Not really relevant. My car burns oil so I have to add a let every 2k or so depending on how I drive.

[@MyXXXcarlosXXX]

Creat video!!! I think you need a timing chain replacement

[@AudiC7Owners]

Why do you think that?

[@MyXXXcarlosXXX]

@@AudiC7Owners Rattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start of the day.

[@MyXXXcarlosXXX]

@@AudiC7Owners i thought i heard rattling noises when you finished the oil change and started the car

[@AudiC7Owners]

Did you watch the clip immediately before I started the engine?

[@MyXXXcarlosXXX]

@@AudiC7Owners Yes, what I mean is that in my case that does not happen, that is why I think your chains are wrong. I'm using the translator, maybe that's why I'm not expressing myself well.

[@jersonmancebo7453]

How did the oil saver worked in your car ?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Didn't notice much of a difference to be honest

[@craigauty6756]

Wish i had watched this video rather than the ecs tuning one. Think i overtightned my oil filter housing

[@AudiC7Owners]

Ouch

[@mikeg3824]

What dipstick do you use for your car?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Got mine from @fcpeuro Its a dips tick from a 2006 era audi 3.2 v6

[@mikeg3824]

@@AudiC7Owners awesome thank you!! And thank you for inspiring me to get my own c7!

[@AudiC7Owners]

Awesome man! I hope you enjoy it!

[@jmello2798]

Is liquid moly better than the castrol edge?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Yes

[@Falcon5ive]

@@AudiC7Owners I hear their new Molygen is even better, Liqui Moly says that it's their least friction oil yet and it has a perfect blend of additives already in it so you don't need to add anything in it, my dealership says that it's better than Ceratec, have you tried yet?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Leiflucht is their best oil. That is straight from my LM rep. Molygen is good for finding leaks. Each of them have additives. The Ceratec will still help

[@AudiC7Owners]

I'm just telling you what my LM rep told me.

[@Falcon5ive]

@@AudiC7Owners thank you

[@drewstevens5699]

Did I hear your right? You order an oil change kit from FCP Euro and send them back the used oil and filter for a refund? Free return shipping?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Shipping isn't refunded. But the price of the oil change kit is

[@arad67]

@@AudiC7Owners < wait, what? Why do they do that? Is it true for anybody or do you have a deal of some sort with them? I've been buying the same exact oil change kit from them for years and never heard of that.

[@AudiC7Owners]

Yep. They have changed just recently to giving a store credit for the returns but it's pretty much for anything.

[@arad67]

@@AudiC7Owners Thank you much!

[@11onejay]

This is why I refuse to use the extractor I had even bought one and returned it. It just doesn't make sense that it could pull all of the oil. Most will be technically over filling if they have all that left over abd potential to ruin the oil pump.

[@josihaknox7256]

Report back if this helps with your oil consumption

[@HemiBoyBusiness]

What’s your take on Amsoil

[@AudiC7Owners]

Why use then when you have oils from rowe/motul/LM available? Those are Def the top 3 oils, in that order, for German vehicles

[@HemiBoyBusiness]

@@AudiC7Owners I come from the Mopar Community, hellcats and things of that nature. Everything I know and are currently learning about my A7, stems from your content. You’re awesome bro, seriously.🦾 Just wanted to know your perspective. 🙏🏾

[@AudiC7Owners]

Appreciate that Man!

[@ejsupatrukkacatlin3452]

What's that rattle on crank up. My car does the same

[@AudiC7Owners]

When it is cold the oil is all at the bottom of the engine, so there is a little chain rattle until the oil moves through the engine. This is normal as long as it doesn't last longer than 2 seconds

[@ejsupatrukkacatlin3452]

I'm going into tune stage soon. Can I get your email

[@AudiC7Owners]

[e-mail]

[@gerizbobo4109]

@@AudiC7Owners hi i love your videos Can we clean with water this type of motor because they say never wash your tfsi 3.0 motor ?

[@AudiC7Owners]

Yep. I spray mine down all the time

[@MrMarcel114]

ALMOST 3LIT BEHIND WITH THE OIL EXTRACTOR.😂😅