What are the Volkswagen oil certification standards?
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Volkswagen oil certification standards for gasoline engines mainly include VW502.00, VW503.00, and VW504.00. The more common ones are the regular maintenance standard VW502.00 and the long-life maintenance standard VW504.00 (the long-life maintenance standard VW50300 has been discontinued and upgraded to VW50400). Below is some relevant information about engine oil: 1. Function of engine oil: Engine oil can lubricate and reduce friction, assist in cooling, seal against leaks, prevent rust and corrosion, and provide shock absorption for the engine. It is known as the "blood" of a car. Choosing the right engine oil and changing it regularly can maintain the engine in good condition and extend its service life. 2. Choosing engine oil: When selecting engine oil, it's not about choosing the most expensive one, but rather selecting the most suitable oil based on the characteristics of the car's engine and your usual driving habits. Engine oil can be categorized by winter use and summer use. For winter, the primary consideration is the low-temperature viscosity grade, while in summer, due to higher temperatures, there's no need to choose an oil with a better low-temperature viscosity grade.
Volkswagen has several engine oil certification standards, and after years of driving, I've thoroughly researched them. VW 502 00 is the basic option, suitable for older gasoline cars like the Sagitar or Bora without turbochargers, with adequate high-temperature resistance. VW 504 00 is its upgraded version, offering better environmental performance and extended oil change intervals, making it ideal for mainstream models like the Golf 1.4T. Diesel engines have the VW 507 00 standard, which features exceptionally low ash content, specifically designed for cars with particulate filters like the Jetta. The latest VW 508 00/509 00 certification requires 0W-20 low-viscosity oil, which is mandatory for engines like the Tiguan L meeting China VI emissions to ensure fuel efficiency. Always check your car's maintenance manual when selecting oil, as even the right viscosity could damage the DPF if not compliant.
