What type of engine oil is used for Volkswagen Jetta?
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Volkswagen Jetta uses 5w40 engine oil. The method for changing the engine oil is as follows: 1. Lift the car, remove the protective plate, and place a container under the oil drain screw; 2. Unscrew the oil drain screw, use an air gun to blow for two minutes at the oil filler port, then tighten the oil drain screw after draining and wipe it with a tissue to check for oil leaks; 3. Reinstall the protective plate and lower the car, then use a funnel to add engine oil through the filler port. Taking the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4419mm, width 1841mm, height 1616mm, with a wheelbase of 2630mm, a fuel tank capacity of 51 liters, and a trunk capacity of 482 liters.
I've driven several Jettas before, and this really depends on the specific model year and engine type. The older Jettas only need mineral oil, but the newer models recommend full synthetic oil, such as 5W-40 viscosity, with the key being to look for the VW 502.00 certification logo printed on the oil bottle. I've seen many owners mistakenly use 10W-50 oil, resulting in cold start difficulties and increased fuel consumption. It's advisable to follow the maintenance manual, not exceeding 10,000 kilometers for oil changes, and be careful not to buy unverified products from roadside stalls. Fake oil can cause the engine to fail prematurely—I once encountered a tragic case of stuck piston rings while helping a neighbor with repairs.
