VW Passat/Jetta/Golf/Beetle TSI Oil Change (EA888 Gen 3 1.8 Motor)

[@996driver1]

I am impressed at your safety discipline - thank you

[@redonKiLaus]

Thank you for watching!

[@chuckstyes3196]

lololol :D

[@speakdino10]

Yeah I'm a 10k mile changer. The quality of full synthetic (specifically Mobil 1 and Castrol) is so good, I have no worries. I understand the caution though. Going from fossil fuel oil 3k changes to full synthetic 10k changes is a big jump for some.

[@redonKiLaus]

At the 5k interval I run on this VW, the oil is pretty well spent - this is partially due to the nature of turbocharged engines, but also due to the environment the vehicle is operated in (dusty, hot desert). Its weight has sheared down substantially by the 5k interval for my particular use case, which is why I don't run 10k cycles. In a more mild climate, it would work just fine as VW suggests. Thanks for watching!

[@speakdino10]

@@redonKiLaus Interesting. When you say the weight has sheared down, are you saying it isn't reaching the "40" properties at operating temps? Just curious, have you ever had your oil tested? I know the turbo gets hot but I never imagined a turbo-charger, or a turbo-charged engine, would put a considerable difference of stress on engine oil. Next on my list, getting a service kit for my DSG -_-

[@redonKiLaus]

Exactly. I've run a couple samples through Blackstone. Turbocharged engines are more prone to oil shear as well as contaminating the oil at a faster rate. DSG service oughta be fun!

[@iDrive4fun93]

Very informative! I owned a B5 Audi A4 2.8 Quattro and a B5.5 Passat 1.8t, and those are nothing like the new ones. Just bought a 2015 Passat Wolfsburg TSI. I love it, and I am glad to know I already own all the tools to change the oil! Great, informative video.

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I guess I should have watched the whole video before commenting! Lol. Wow you have changed the oil a few times. I have not. But I agree with you on the 10k service period. I am at almost 16k now and will be servicing it every 5k now that I see your doing it. I work for a turbocharging engineering company and we see turbos that need refurbishing so I know the importance of frequent oil changes. You just made my decision for me!

[@redonKiLaus]

Yep, I am definitely a big proponent for far more frequent oil changes - where I live, there is so much dirt my oil comes out surprisingly unclean after 2500 miles in my other vehicles. I've not had any issues with my Passat besides a door handle coming off (wasn't latched from the factory) and the camshaft recall. There are some things that I don't like 100% about it, but I have to remind myself that it's a fairly inexpensive vehicle, and I can't expect Mercedes-level quality. Overall, definitely a vehicle I plan to treat right and keep as long as it returns the favor. Thanks for watching!

[@Justacogg]

I agree 100%! If you own your car, 10,000 mile oil change intervals are ridiculous! All those people telling you that you can get away with 10,000 mile oil changes are not going to be there for you when your car is burning oil at 80,000 miles! Spending up to 10 K to repair an engine heavily worn from oil negates any money saved on oil changes!

[@redonKiLaus]

Absolutely agree. Thanks for watching!

[@shawnwhalan8647]

So you don't need a case of torx bits, you just need the one for the oil pan bolt.

[@garyklein7900]

For those of you who poo poo the 10k oil change, have you actually done an oil analysis ever on a 10k sample? I bet not. On my 2005 VW Passat TDI, I have done the 10k change using the spec oil that VW requires for this model and so far so good at 196k. Oil consumption is a half liter at this mileage. In Europe for my model, they do a 20k oil change on the same oil. They roll back the OCI for the Americans. I have another vw in my fleet with the 1.8T TSI and it uses the spec oil and will be going the full 10k. I trust their recommendation, but I will have a sample pulled to verify at some point.

[@lightstar908]

Any update on that sample?

[@vincento1067]

I do maintenance for a living in the high tech industry on tooling. I own a 2016 Jetta SEL 1.8T and have questioned the 10K oil changes for a turbo charged engine. I know it is a full synthetic oil. I personally can't go over 5K between oil changes without feeling I am doing damage to the turbo charger and the engine. The oil is dark at 5K, so my oil changes will be every 5K. Peace of mind in my case.

[@redonKiLaus]

I definitely agree with you there; on my stock vehicles (my Passat), I'm fine with 5k mile oil changes, but I feel that any longer is asking for increased wear on the engine. For my modified vehicles, I go even shorter - 2.5-3k miles typically, since the engines are often under much greater stress. Thanks for watching!

[@johnavelisjr.9178]

I grew up on the 3K oil change, so I understand why you may FEEL this way. But the facts of a multitude of UOAs (used oil analysis) state that the oil's additives as well as the various products it's carrying are well within tolerances. The motor oils of 2016 are not the motor oils of 1966.

[@302ECKO]

I have to agree with you sir. Plus it’s peace of mind.

[@egeakdeniz71]

Kills me how people think they're smarter than the engineers who designed the engine or think manufacturer-recommended oil change intervals are some kind of conspiracy....if anything, the conspiracy is your local oil change place that tells you you should change your oil more frequently.

[@burns1210]

My car has over 285,000 miles on it. Oil changes every 12,000 to 15,000 miles. Running as smooth as the day I bought it.

[@falcon7710]

Thank you for putting out a DIY video on an oil change. Very informative video. I'd like to see you do a video on a DSG oil change for this particular model if you could. Thank you.

[@redonKiLaus]

I would love to do a DSG fluid change video, but unfortunately my car has the conventional automatic transmission - DSG was not offered for any Passat except for diesels in the US for the B7 generation. I will make videos covering other aspects of maintenance on this vehicle as items crop up, so stay tuned for more! Thank you for watching!

[@redonKiLaus]

I will definitely be making one when it comes time for a transmission fluid change. At the rate this vehicle is driven, it should be less than a year. Thanks for watching, and stay tuned!

[@anthonyvaladez6097]

I just bought a 2014 volkswagen jetta 1.8t se and i want to learn how to change my oil and oil filter. would this be the correct video to reference? also is my jetta considered a Mk4? not sure that's why I ask

[@element4lifejmw]

You have a MK6 and this video should be exactly what you need

[@mattka5354]

Nice car and great tutorial. What's your opinion on using an oil extractor for your car? A lot of VW/Audi owners are using these for oil changes easier as the oil filter is on top.

[@redonKiLaus]

I personally use an oil extractor on all of my vehicles, and as long as you ensure you are extracting all of the oil I have no issue with that method whatsoever (though it may be a good idea to do a full plug-out oil change every once in a while). In fact, many VW/Audi and other brand dealerships use extractors for oil changes as well. Thanks for watching!

[@mattka5354]

redonKiLaus Thanks. Any brand recommendations on an oil extractor? There are whole lot out there and can't decide which one to buy.

[@redonKiLaus]

This is the one I have: amzn.to/2v3h654 There are also quite a few other options on Amazon, for both lower and higher prices. I really love mine, with the only downside being that the hoses are difficult to store since they are, well, oily after use. I use a 30 gallon bag to put them in, but it's not the most elegant or convenient solution...not sure if anyone else's is any better though. Hope that helps you choose an extractor, and thanks for watching.

[@mattka5354]

redonKiLaus Thanks a lot!

[@stealthblend]

Matt A I would remove the drain plug ever 3rd or 4th oil change as sediment may built up at the bottom of the pan over time

[@Humblegrind710___]

I drive a 2017 Passat s tsi 1.8t gen 3 engine , does this video apply to my vehicle .

[@redonKiLaus]

It does, or at least should be 95% the same. Thanks for watching!

[@itzed]

I always do the filter while the oil continues to drain. You get more oil out that way, and the last oil coming out is the dirtiest.

[@redonKiLaus]

I typically do the same, but in this case I separated those steps to make it more clear for those who are new to changing oil, and also since I did this particular oil change during an Arizona summer when it was 115 degF outside - at that temperature, taking a break in air conditioning while the oil drains is welcome relief. Thanks for watching!

[@charlesbrady7663]

Ed Mathews You are 100% correct in doing it that way. all top side filter housings like the one seen here will hold some oil until you loosen the filter housing cap. this video is of great detail and very informative, only thing I do differently is change the filter first, allowing the used oil inside of the housing to drain down into the pan and then be completely drained when removing the oil pan drain plug! Great video though!

[@danny5000f]

I pour 1 quart of cheap in after most of the oil drains out , this gets the rest of the dirty oil out, then drink 3 beers and wait till it stops dripping.

[@iDrive4fun93]

Danny Finley sound advice

[@jamieharris9619]

Great video, do you know why the oil filter cam has that long plastic part sticking out, has it got a purpose thanks

[@redonKiLaus]

I believe that's the oil feed or return from the filter, separates the flow. Thanks for watching!

[@vicentesalazar6699]

Good job

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@pedjaftw]

Do you have a video showing transmission fluid and filter change on this same engine?

[@redonKiLaus]

I don't, that is one I take to the dealership for. Thanks for watching!

[@bestfootballevercaasngu7076]

How many liters need with the filter

[@marcdeleon2362]

Hi, I have the same vehicle as you and I did the oil change and filter made sure everything was well but my question is that does the filter snap on like when your putting it back in is it suppose to try to slide off or did I not put I in right

[@redonKiLaus]

It's certainly not supposed to slide off freely and should press on. Thanks for watching!

[@gustavoadolfobasto]

Danke!

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@joejoemugga4773]

great vid!

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@Luckytmj97]

How do you switch that adapter

[@Taurineg]

Odd question but since be engine burns though so much oil we don't need to change them as much, right? Since we're always adding oil which makes the engine oil overall fresher

[@marcocastro9195]

Filter gets dirty with build up

[@brianhood1343]

What kind of cover is that the smaller on before the top main cover.

[@redonKiLaus]

It's a second engine cover, not stock on US market cars and requires modification to fit the 1.8T engines. It's just cosmetic but something I wanted to add to mine. Thanks for watching!

[@johne6081]

Just curious -- when did VW switch from screw-on metal can filters (e.g. the Purolator L40316 I use on my 2001 Passat) to a BMW-style cartridge?

[@redonKiLaus]

I'm not certain, but I believe it was somewhere around the time the FSI engines came out that the cartridge style filter became mainstream across the lineup. That's roughly 2005 or so. Thanks for watching!

[@sideskraft]

It's interesting that VW went to OW20 for the 2018+ 2.0 TSI engine. The differences between 5W40 and 0W20 are pretty big.

[@redonKiLaus]

Interesting indeed, with the difference in displacement I'm guessing other significant changes must've been made. Thanks for watching!

[@mobilelegendspublicenemyxo4315]

I have a Volkswagen Passat 2016 TSI what oil do you recommend

[@sideskraft]

@@mobilelegendspublicenemyxo4315 I have my dealer do the oil change because it's almost the same price as buying the oil & filter and doing it myself. There aren't many oils that meet the VW spec and they're all kind of pricey.

[@mikeespo7728]

Have been racking my brains trying to find a vacuum line to administrator a preemptive chemical treatment(CRC, Seafoam) on my 2017 1.8 L TSI...I'm looking at the brake booster hose as my only option??? ...any comments, Thanks in advance

[@redonKiLaus]

I believe the brake booster hose is indeed the only option on these TSI engines. Chemical treatments only do so much - walnut blasting is still in the future of any DI engine without port injection. Thanks for watching!

[@wisecountryman49]

How good is this engine? The 1.4s had huge problems with oil consumption! Is this one any better???

[@redonKiLaus]

Mine has no issues with oil consumption at all. From what I've heard, the new TSI engines are fairly good with regard to that issue, and experience less carbon buildup than the old FSI engines. Thanks for watching!

[@wisecountryman49]

TheNauseator Very intresting! It has been a big scandal in europe due to the huge oil consumtion on the TSI. I gues vw owners didn't thought on waiting the engine to settle...

[@reggiedabodyguard1986]

I have a jetta and right under the oil filter is that two oil pressure sensors? I know one is but what is the other sensor?

[@redonKiLaus]

I don't know off the top of my head - you can take a look at some of the online parts breakdowns and see what they are though! Thanks for watching!

[@grearm]

Which loctite did you use on the T25's on the splash guard?

[@redonKiLaus]

I believe I used low strength on everything for this oil change job. Thanks for watching!

[@shawnwhalan8647]

And yes, VWs recommended 10k oil change interval is TOO Long. Unless you want to crud up your engine.

[@pomona71storage91]

Where did you buy the front top cover that you installed on that PASSAT B7,I need to install one on my b7 passat...thanks in advance and nice video.

[@redonKiLaus]

That's a cover that came on Euro-spec cars - here is the video I made entailing the install (modification) process: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJLWY2x8g8yVqck Thanks for watching!

[@cminksful]

any videos on fuel filters for this vehicle

[@redonKiLaus]

I haven't made one; my vehicle only has around 15k miles on it, so I haven't needed to change the fuel filter at this point. There is likely a tutorial on one of the VW forums, though. Thanks for watching!

[@cminksful]

Thank you I finally found that out shortly after posting this. Appreciate the response

[@alanholmes2366]

Top Tier fuel should be used for every fill up and I would never go below a 1/4 tank of fuel to protect the fuel pump. I use LiquiMoly jectron to keep the fuel system clean about every 7-10k miles.

[@TheGageymonster]

Idk how to use this info to find the right oil filter

[@speakdino10]

Just buy it from your dealership. It will be OEM and the same price as aftermartket.

[@ernestoramirez505]

I know this is an old video. But would you happen to know where is the crankshaft position sensor? Thanks in advance.

[@redonKiLaus]

That would be a question for forums or a service manual - I don't know. Thanks for watching!

[@johnavelisjr.9178]

Do you have documentation (at least TBN) from a used oil analysis that substantiates your decision to change oil more frequently than 10K miles?

[@redonKiLaus]

I've had an oil analysis done on a 5k mile oil change on this vehicle, and while the TBN wasn't too terribly low, the oil was quite dirty and at the point where it was becoming abrasive. This is what I typically see from all of my vehicles in a short period of time because of the dirty (dusty desert) environment in which these vehicles are operated. In my modified vehicles I also see oil shear, even with synthetics, because operating temps get very high here during the summer; I'm can't remember how much of an issue this was on my VW. Hopefully that helps, and thanks for watching!

[@danielakers4553]

just a question.....but.....regardless of so few oil changes how have you not noticed your coolant level being way under min???? its a bright color, how do you miss that

[@redonKiLaus]

I believe that when I was doing this particular oil change, the vehicle was hot. Checking the coolant level now (which hasn't been touched since purchasing the vehicle) with the vehicle cold, it is at the correct level. Thanks for watching!

[@heartforchrist7004]

Hi what size wrench did you use?? Thank you.

[@redonKiLaus]

I use either a large crescent wrench or (I believe) 32mm socket. Thanks for watching!

[@jhamm15]

When do you replace those 2 little o-ring gaskets inside the filter housing, and what are the part numbers?

[@redonKiLaus]

Every time you replace the filter - they are included with the oil filter (or at least should be). Thanks for watching!

[@jhamm15]

+redonKiLaus Hmmm, I’ve never had the little o-rings included with the filter, just the large big o-ring that goes on the plastic filter housing

[@redonKiLaus]

Have you been purchasing OEM filters? They were included with mine, but I'll check my more recently purchased ones to see if they're in there - maybe they discontinued providing them for free...?

[@jhamm15]

+redonKiLaus I’ve been buying assembled kits from ECS Tuning, probably have been getting generic filters. OEM filter should come with 3 o-rings in the box?

[@jhamm15]

+jhamm15 Pretty sure OEM filter just comes with the 1 o-ring too

[@joehyundaitech7961]

what size lenth adjustable wrench was that 12 inch 15 ?

[@redonKiLaus]

I believe it was just a 12 incher, but I'm not sure since I did purchase it quite a long time ago. Thanks for watching!

[@jean-charlesrichard5151]

the 2.0 TSI gen3 has a plastic oil pan with a plastic drain plug

[@ChezzOnBass]

If I asked this before, please accept my apology. Why do you use 5W-40? I think this engine calls for the 30 weight. Thanks.

[@redonKiLaus]

My particular owner's manual calls for 5W-40 - it might vary per model, year, region, etc. Yours may well call for 30 weight. As long as you are buying oil that meets VW spec (correct additives) and is the weight your manual calls for, you should be in good shape. Thanks for watching!

[@luisfeliciano6280]

Hi! Thank you for that video. I have a question ... I have Golf with the EA888 1.8L engine and it idle the car sounds like something is boiling in the motor. Does yours do that too? There are not CE light on or any lights whatsoever on the instrument panel. I was doing some research on the internet and read that the HPFP of direct injection engines has a distinctive noise. Thank you for your time.

[@redonKiLaus]

Direct injection engines do make more of a "clacking" noise than traditional port injected SI engines, so if that is the type of sound you're hearing then I'm sure it's normal. If you suspect something may be wrong, I'm sure a VW dealer would be happy to take a quick look; I even know some experienced independent mechanics who would take a listen to something for free, so you may be able to find one of those in your area as well. Hope that helps, and thanks for watching!

[@luisfeliciano6280]

Thank you so much! I will look into taking it to a local independent mechanic so they can take a look. This is my first DI engine, so I am just starting to get to know this engine and how it behaves. Thank you!

[@rongadola5704]

redonKiLaus

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

How have you enjoyed your Passat? I have commented on a another video previously. I have the same car. I currently have 16k on mine. My first service was no charge at the dealer and they performed a transmission flash for harsh shifting. I have enjoyed mine except for a loose drivers door hinge. How is yours treating you?

[@Harthbakery]

joegolden481 I had the same loose door hinge.

[@rustlucard]

Why do you use exactly 5-40 and not 5-30? and can i use 504 vw?

[@redonKiLaus]

5W-40 is the recommended viscosity for my particular vehicle and what the dealership uses. I actually run 0W-40 now, as it is much easier to find. You should run whatever spec and weight is recommended in your owner's manual, or what the dealership recommends by VIN - VW changes their specs with such frequency that I don't want to misadvise. Thanks for watching!

[@mastermind6065]

I keep hearing the drain plug uses a T45 but I found that was too small. For some reason my car uses a T50. The engine is exactly the same.

[@redonKiLaus]

Strange, could just be a part revision that VW made at some point. Thanks for watching!

[@jasonloya9705]

Sorry for the dumb question: can I NOT use a torque wrench for the plug? Is it possible to over tighten by hand? And what happens if I over tighten it.?

[@redonKiLaus]

It's technically possible to overtighten and strip out the drain plug port on the oil pan. If you have a reasonably good feel for fasteners you will likely be OK. Thanks for watching!

[@BladeBarn]

check out my how to and new jetta review video!

[@BladeBarn]

sweet how to guide bro!

[@gerardosolis237]

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[@xjinit]

80 years of making cars and these guys didn't think to put port holes in the bottom splash shield for the oil drain bolt? Come on guys wtf?

[@redonKiLaus]

Somewhere in the engineering process it was justified to somebody not to include a port (fair enough), but at the very least I would think there would be a removable access cover sub-assembly. That's why I only pull the drain plug every few oil changes and just use the extractor for the rest. Thanks for watching!

[@thmcqueenjr1]

Did you say 5.8 qts??

[@redonKiLaus]

That is indeed approximately what is needed for these engines. Thanks for watching!

[@Slakass55]

DO NOT ADD AS MUCH OIL AS INDICATED HERE!! At least if you have a Jetta. Wife's 2015 1.8 TSI only took a tad over 5 litres. 5.8 of them American quarts equates to 6.6L. Do that you'll have a ton of issues. Please ensure you car is level before checking as even a slight incline will affect the dipstick reading. Also, there's no need to remove the plastic from under the car but I suppose the Passats differ. And for those that think they know better than the very smart engineers that designed this ultra modern engine, you don't, rest assured of that. With 200,000km and changes done at 16,000km since new, this vehicle drives like new and does not burn any oil, other the very the very minimal expected amount (for those claiming their vehicles burn a lot, did you follow the proper break-in procedure?). Sure, it's your money and you're free to spend it as you please. But it's our environment, so please don't go wasting oil before the recommended interval for this engine. Burn a hole in your pocket if you may but leave my air alone, it isn't yours to ruin.

[@onurgns]

5w40 Must be used all the time

[@redonKiLaus]

Per my owner's manual 0W-40 is totally acceptable as well (along with a couple other weights), as long as it meets one of VW's many specs. Thanks for watching!

[@LUIS-ze9rs]

Then again $100 for a simple oil change at the dealership…

[@MeepMeep88]

6:09 WARNING: Don't be an idiot like me and place the O-ring ALL THE WAY to the bottom Made a big fucking mess. Oil leaked EVERYWHEREEE

[@redonKiLaus]

Ouch, definitely a mistake you won't make again at least. Good heads up for viewers. Thanks for watching!

[@isaacherrera7846]

Does it have a set location on the housing?

[@MeepMeep88]

@@isaacherrera7846 No idea what you mean by set location...

[@isaacherrera7846]

@@MeepMeep88 sorry I’m reference to the comment above I don’t want to make a mess

[@MeepMeep88]

@@isaacherrera7846 You just put the rubber seal in the same spot it came from. Which I didn't do and made a mess.

[@drewski1441]

Just use a oil extraction pump via the dip stick, pulling oil drain plug is so old school.😐

[@redonKiLaus]

I do that for most of my oil changes - I do still like to drop the plug every once in a while, however, to remove any built-up sediment at the bottom of the pan. Thanks for watching!

[@royl4719]

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[@チャーリーブラウン-w8l]

2k and 6k oil change... Uhm..

[@redonKiLaus]

Indeed, I don't run on long OCIs like VW recommends. After the break in period and first couple oil changes, I've run on a 5k interval since with absolutely no issues. Thanks for watching!

[@danarj5713]

this engine is crap burns oil

[@redonKiLaus]

That's a typical VW thing - 1 quart per 1000 miles isn't unusual for many German marques. My Passat has been good about it, though, and doesn't burn any discernible amount of oil. Thanks for watching!

[@danarj5713]

@@redonKiLaus I have skoda octavia with same engine it does burn oil. Which it shouldn't in the first place

[@redonKiLaus]

@@danarj5713 Like I said, typical of German vehicles - particularly VW AG and sub-brands thereof (like Skoda). It's the unfortunate reality of German car ownership.

[@danarj5713]

@@redonKiLaus does any one figure out how to fix this problem may be replacing piston rings

[@redonKiLaus]

@@danarj5713 I believe in the case of the EA888, it's generally carbon buildup in the grooves on the piston where one or more of the rings resides. I've heard of some methods of cleaning this out, but I'm not sure how valid/safe they are for other portions of the engine.

[@killuasimp1375]

how many cylinders is the car in the video

[@redonKiLaus]

It's the 1.8 TSI I4 engine. Thanks for watching!

[@Taurineg]

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