Volkswagen Polo sedan. checking the level and adding oil to the lubrication system

How do you currently check the engine oil level?

Despite the fact that cars produced nowadays are stuffed with modern electronics, the oil level in their engine is still checked using a conventional dipstick.

The latter is located in a sealed hole in the cylinder block and there is always easy access to it.

Of course, when the situation changes and data on the amount of oil in the engine crankcase will be displayed in front of the driver on the display, by the way, such cars are already appearing on the market, but mostly they are premium class, for example Mercedes w211 or Volvo XC60 and they do not have direct access to information about the amount of lubricating fluid in the engine, for this you need to activate the electronic dipstick function, but more on that below.

In any case, it is important to know how to properly check the oil level and why it is needed.

Do-it-yourself oil change in a Volkswagen Polo engine (photos and videos).

Good afternoon. Today I will talk about how to change the oil in a Volkswagen Polo engine. Traditionally for our site, the article contains a large number of photos and video materials, so every motorist can understand this task.

The first question that faces us is which oil is better to choose?

The problem of choice, as always, is between synthetic and semi-synthetic oil. We have a separate article about this on our website, so we won’t repeat it here. If you take oil with a worse viscosity, engine wear will increase, fuel consumption will increase, but the operating noise will decrease; if you take a thinner viscosity, its fuel consumption will increase.

Therefore, we recommend using the same oil that was originally used in the engine, increasing its viscosity as it wears naturally.

You can use inexpensive semi-synthetic oil in Polo models produced in the nineties.

New cars with modern and fuel-efficient engines require oils with improved performance. For the Volkswagen Polo produced since 2011, the following types of engine oil are recommended: VW 501 00 - for engines with direct fuel injection; VW 502 00 – for petrol; VW 503 00 - for engines with an extended service interval. High-quality motor oils of the type: Mobil 1 or Shell Helix Ultra, have an affordable price, guarantee high-quality lubrication of moving engine elements and maintain their characteristics throughout the entire service life. Often these brands of oils are recommended by car owners of the Volkswagen Polo sedan. With them, the engine runs without interruption, smoothly, and practically no topping up is required. The 4th generation Volkswagen Polo has 3 engine options:

1) Conceptline 1.6 105 hp

2) Comfortline 1.8 152 hp package

3) Equipment Hingline 1.8 180 hp; 2.0 220 hp

The procedure for changing the oil on all these engines is absolutely similar, it differs only in the volume of oil poured and its brand. The amount of oil to replace depends on the engine model: the 1.6 liter CFNA engine holds 3.6 liters of oil, the 1.8 TSI - 4.7 liters; and the 2.0 TDI requires 4.0 liters. When purchasing oil, you need to pay attention to the viscosity value. The established standard is 5w30. The frequency of replacing consumables depends on how the car is used. It is recommended to change the engine oil every 15 thousand km. If you operate the car mainly in the city or in difficult conditions, you need to change technical fluids every 8 thousand km.

Instructions for changing the oil yourself.

To complete the work we will need the following tools:

1) Flat-head screwdriver or wrench to remove the filter.

2) Star wrench.

3) Wrench 18.

4) Canister for draining old oil.

6) New engine drain plug (preferably, since after 2-3 oil changes it starts to drip):

• for CFNA or CFNB No. 90813202 with thread size M14*1.5*22;
• for CWVA or CWVB No. 90288901 with thread size M14*1.5*16;
• for CLPA hatchback No. 90813202

7) New oil to change.

Oil filter:

• for CFNA or CFNB article 03С115561D or 03C115561H;
• for CWVA or CWVB article 04E115561H;
• for CLPA hatchback article number 030115561AN.

9) Flushing (if we change the type or manufacturer of oil).

The work itself is not difficult, but dirty, so if you don’t like to get dirty, you might want to go to a service station, since changing the oil costs from 300 to 500 rubles. By the way, here is an excellent service for selecting a service station near your home and work.

If you like to work on your own, here is a video on how to change the oil:

If you prefer to read: It is necessary to carry out the work of changing engine oil on an overpass or inspection hole. Procedure:

1. Warm up the engine to operating temperature. This is necessary for better oil drainage.
2. Open the hood and unscrew the oil filler cap.
3. We climb under the car, take the star key and unscrew the screws that hold the pan cover.
4. Using an 18-mm open-end wrench, unscrew the drain plug. We remember that the oil is hot, so we act following the safety rules.

5. We wait about 15-30 minutes until the old oil has completely drained. Screw the drain plug into the hole.
6. If we change the type or manufacturer of oil, it is necessary to flush the engine with flushing oil. To do this, add flushing oil. If the oil type does not change, go to step 9
7. We start the engine and let it run for 15-20 minutes at different speeds. Driving on flushing oil is unacceptable!
8. Drain the flushing oil.
9. Let's wrap up a new one! drain plug, because if this is not done, oil will drip.

10. Unscrew the old oil filter. It is important not to pour oil onto the alternator belt.
11. We fill the new filter with fresh engine oil, just pour it in before the first filling. Apply a little oil to the rubber o-ring with your finger so that it does not come off when installing the filter.

12. We install the new filter in place, after touching the rubber band, tighten it another 2/3 of a turn and check the tightness of the connection.
13. Then we fill in about three liters of new oil, and after 5 minutes its level is up. The best option is after filling, when the level reaches 2/3 of the dipstick mark. If necessary, add oil.
14. We start the car and warm up the engine to operating temperature. We turn off the engine and after 5-7 minutes check the oil level.

After changing the oil, do not forget to reset the service interval. For information on how you can do this yourself, see this article.

Conclusion.

As you have seen, changing engine oil in a Volkswagen Polo is not particularly difficult. Even in modern cars, you can easily perform such work yourself, which will help you significantly save on car maintenance. To ensure that your car lasts for a long time, do not forget to use only high quality motor oil and consumables! That’s all for today, I hope the article on changing the oil in a Volkswagen Polo engine was useful to you and fully answered your questions.

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Why do this?

There is an opinion among inexperienced drivers that the more oil is poured into the engine, the better, since there is no need to check it often.

But it is important to understand that if the lubricating fluid is above the upper mark of the dipstick, then its excess will enter the crankcase ventilation system, and this is dangerous for the catalyst.

This can also lead to an increase in pressure in the lubrication system, and this, in turn, can adversely affect the condition of the gaskets and seals and subsequently lead to their extrusion.

Due to the low level of working fluid, air is sucked into the oil pump, i.e. some engine parts will run dry, and this will reduce the interval until the unit is overhauled.

Also, during the measurement, you can check the condition of the lubricant and replace it in time, and this is also important.

What third-party oil should I fill in the Volkswagen Polo?

To be fair, we note that there are no proprietary formulations produced at Volkswagen AG factories. The automaker orders consumables from partners.

Therefore, you can safely use any lubricants that meet the following conditions:

• approval VW 502 00 or VW 504 00;
• viscosity 5W30 or 5W40 (check the routine maintenance instructions).

Here is a partial list of 100% compatible oils with VW approval:

• Liqui Moly Leichtlauf High Tech 5W-40
• WOLF EXTENDTECH 5W40 HM
• Liqui Moly Special Tec LL 5W-30
• Motul Specific VW 5W-40
• Castrol MAGNATEC 5W-40

How the dipstick works

There is no point in considering the design of the probe itself, everything is clear here, let's talk about the marks, because you need to navigate by them when taking measurements.

Most car brands follow one principle: the lower mark L is the minimum level, the upper mark F is the maximum. The designations “MIN” and “MAX” may also be found.

Also on some dipsticks there are marks for measuring the oil level at cold and hot.

But that’s not all; in order to measure readings correctly, you need to adhere to certain rules and conditions, which we will talk about below.

Algorithm of actions - taking measurements

In order for measurements to show the actual oil level in the crankcase, you need to adhere to a certain algorithm of actions:

• The check must be carried out only on a level surface; tilting the engine forward or backward is unacceptable;
• If there are no “hot” and “cold” marks on the dipstick, then you need to check it on a warm engine;
• After you have turned off the engine, let it cool for about 5 minutes. During this time, some of the oil from the system will drain into the crankcase, under such conditions the measurements will be more accurate;
• Prepare a clean rag and remove the dipstick from the hole;
• Wipe the dipstick, avoiding any old grease remaining on it, and insert it back (measurements cannot be taken the first time);
• Remove the dipstick again and take readings;
• The ideal oil level should be 2/3 of the distance from L (lower mark), i.e. slightly above the middle. In rare cases, 3/4 (75%) of the bottom mark is allowed;
• Check the condition of the fluid to see if it needs replacement;
• If the oil level suddenly appears above the F mark, then pay attention to its condition and the color of the smoke from the exhaust pipe;
• If the level is below the L mark, then you need to remember when the last measurements were taken and where the oil went, proceed according to step 9;
• Traces of liquid on the dipstick should be examined carefully; if in doubt, measurements should be repeated;
• Please note that the dipstick may be completely covered with oil from the L to F marks, this especially often happens when fresh working fluid is poured into the engine.

  
  In this case, find the side of the dipstick that is partially dry, this will be the real level.

• It is advisable to add working fluid of the same brand as in the engine; read here whether it is possible to mix motor oils;
• Topping steps are 50 - 100 ml, since some engines between the L and F marks can hold from 0.5 to 0.8 liters of oil. So as not to drain the excess later.

Many car owners recommend waiting 30 to 60 minutes after turning off the ignition before checking, so that all the oil will drain into the crankcase and the measurements will be more accurate.

In part, they may be right, but on some cars, for example, the Toyota RAV 4, the engine is designed in such a way that almost all the lubricating fluid drains into the crankcase in 5 minutes and there is no need to wait up to 1 hour to take measurements.

As for other cars, in any engine hot oil will drain into the crankcase quite quickly - 5 minutes is enough, and those milliliters that remain in the engine will not significantly affect the accuracy of the measurement. If there is no level or it is exceeded, it will be immediately visible.

Examination

• Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
• Then insert the dipstick all the way and remove it again.

• The oil level is OK if it is in zone -B- on the dipstick. If the oil level is in zone -C-, it is necessary to replenish the level to zone -B-. If the oil level is in zone -A-, then there is no need to add oil.

Attention: If too much oil has been poured into the engine (above zone -A-), the excess must be sucked out, otherwise the engine seals and catalytic converter may be damaged.

• Under heavy loads on the engine, for example, during long trips on the highway in the summer, when operating a vehicle with a trailer or when traveling on mountain roads, the oil level should be located on the dipstick in the upper part of zone -B-.
• The engine is filled with engine oil through the filler neck in the cylinder head cover. When topping up, use standard oil, do not use any additives to the oil, see the “Lubrication System” section.
• Insert the dipstick and screw on the oil filler cap.

Previous articles Engine/engine compartment: visual check of tightness of connections Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Engine and exhaust system Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Maintenance work Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Additional work as part of maintenance Polo 2001- 2009: Maintenance Maintenance card Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Maintenance with engine oil change Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Maintenance at scheduled intervals Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Maintenance at unregulated intervals (Longlife-Service) Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance

The following articles Changing the engine oil/replacing the oil filter Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Draining the engine oil Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Replacing the oil filter Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Refilling with engine oil Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Checking the level/refilling coolant Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Checking/increasing the concentration of antifreeze Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Removing water from the fuel filter Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Replacing the fuel filter Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Engine air filter: replacing the filter element Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance Checking the poly V-belt Polo 2001-2009: Maintenance

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Lada Granta

The algorithm of actions is the same (see above). But when measuring the oil level in a Lada Granta, there is one feature that many people do not know about.

The crankcase pan is structurally equipped with an antifoam plate, which is located parallel to the bottom of the pan.

It serves to calm and prevent foaming of the liquid and for normal operation of the oil pump.

This plate has two holes, the main one for the oil intake and the second for the dipstick.

In the Lada Granta, this hole is slightly offset, so when measuring the oil level, the dipstick rests against the edge of this hole and does not go in completely.

Those who know about this get used to it and no problems arise, but those who don’t know how to bend the feeler gauge.

But this is not the only problem. When removing the probe, it touches the edge of the hole in the defoamer plate, which is at the level of the top mark when the probe is inserted.

As a result, the oil film moves smoothly along the dipstick from mark F to L, which misleads the driver. Therefore, here you need to adhere to the rule - the level is checked not at the edge of the oil on the dipstick, but in a dry place. The probe needs to be rotated, viewed and analyzed.

Oil change schedule

Oil is poured into it once at the factory and does not change until the unit is completely worn out.

Volkswagen Polo has a maintenance-free manual transmission.

But it’s worth considering: the condition depends on the climate, driving style and other factors. You should also take into account that in Europe a car is rarely in the same hands for more than 7 years, while in Russia this period is much longer.

Although the mechanics of the Volkswagen Polo are durable and reliable, they suffer from:

• bad roads, especially off-road;
• undeveloped service;
• aggressive driving style;
• sharp temperature gradients across seasons;
• careless attitude, etc.

An oil change in a manual transmission is inevitable if:

• noise and knocking that is not typical for her;
• transferring speeds is difficult;
• control and maneuverability of the car have deteriorated;
• the color has changed, an unpleasant odor, foam and impurities have appeared.

Taking into account these factors, and the advice of the experts, it is recommended to change the oil in the manual transmission on the Polo after the next 80,000 km of work. Under severe operating conditions, mileage is reduced to 60 thousand km.

Other VAZ cars

Let's look at how to check the oil level on VAZ series cars using the example of the VAZ 2112 and Lada Priora 16 valves.

Level measurements on these vehicles are carried out only on a warm engine. The probes here have a special appearance - a corrugated area with marks along the edges without letters.

Therefore, if the engine is cold, you will have to start it and warm it up until the fan turns on.

Then turn off the engine, wait 3-5 minutes until the oil drains into the crankcase and take measurements, see the algorithm above.

Since the dipstick itself between the marks has a corrugated shape, this causes a problem for many drivers.

Everything is simple here - the working fluid must be in the grooved zone, then the level is considered normal. But where this place should be, opinions differ.

Experienced drivers recommend proceeding from the operating conditions of the vehicle.

If the VAZ 2112 and Lada Priora are operated under normal conditions on flat terrain, then it is considered normal if the oil level is in the middle in the corrugated zone.

If cars are driven on moderately rough terrain, then the normal level may be 2/3 from the bottom mark in the corrugated zone, and if in mountainous terrain, then 3/4.

Also, many experienced car owners rely on the number of engine revolutions.

If during driving the number of crankshaft revolutions does not exceed 3000 rpm, then the oil level can be kept in the middle, if more than 4000 - at 3/4 of the lower mark. Filling 1 liter means raising the level from the lower to the upper marks.

Oil selection

Now instructions on how to choose the right oil for a Volkswagen Polo engine.

First, some basic recommendations:

1. Follow the manufacturer's regulations regarding tolerance and viscosity characteristics of the lubricant;
2. Do not purchase excessively cheap motor fluids. It is highly likely to be a counterfeit;
3. Purchases should only be made at large retail outlets with appropriate specialization or through official dealers, where there will be no concern about the composition of the lubricant;
4. Use the recommendations of experienced drivers on the purchase of auto chemicals;
5. Do not purchase motor oil in the markets.

As for the choice of oil, you need to be guided by the features of the selected model and engine type.

Volkswagen Polo engine oil approvals, depending on the engine:

• Powerful engine with direct fuel injection - 502.00;
• Standard diesel engines - 505.00 and 505.01;
• New gasoline and diesel engines with particulate filters and exhaust gas catalysts are 504.00 and 507.00, respectively.

Oil viscosity is one of the most important factors when choosing. It changes depending on the temperature conditions in which the vehicle will be operated. Today, motor oils are required to be made all-season, but there is an SAE classification with coefficients of low-temperature and high-temperature viscosity for different seasons, respectively.

For new Volkswagen Polo models with new engines, low-viscosity 5W-30 compounds are well suited. If you plan to drive in hot climates, fluids with higher viscosity - 5W-40 or 10W-40 - will perform better. On the other hand, for cold areas, a low viscosity oil such as 0W-30 is better.

Additional recommendation: regardless of the climate zone, when the car “exchanges” the first 100,000 km, it is better to switch it to a more viscous oil, SAE 5W-40 or 0W-40. The reason for this is increased wear, which increases the clearances between the pistons and, as a result, reduces the effectiveness of low-viscosity oils.

Toyota RAV 4, Corolla, Camry

The oil level in Toyota RAV 4, Corolla and Camry cars is checked using the algorithm described above.

Since these models do not have o and “hot” on the probes, the engine warms up, waits 5 minutes and measurements are taken. You need to focus on all the same indicators - 0.5 (middle of the probe), 2/3 and 3/4.

On Toyota RAV 4, depending on the engine model, the dipstick may be corrugated on one side or smooth on all sides. There may also be different designations - Max and Min or F and L.

The Toyota Corolla dipstick is smooth without any letter designations, there are only lower and upper marks. Measurements are carried out the same way.

On a Toyota Camry, depending on the engine model, the dipsticks can also be different, one may have the letters F and L, the other may simply have marks.

But this does not change anything; the oil level on the Toyota Camry is checked in the same way as indicated above.

How to change the oil yourself?

Changing the oil on a Volkswagen Polo is not a complex type of car repair and maintenance. To do this, you need to have a garage with an inspection hole or a lift, as well as about one and a half hours of free time. When replacing fluid in the unit, it is necessary to change the oil filter and the drain plug, which has a copper-plated gasket on the mating surface. Some owners reuse it, but this is undesirable, since there is a risk of grease leaking from under the old seal.

Tools and materials

Before starting work, you need to buy consumables, including a filter, which is selected depending on the type of engine installed on the Volkswagen Polo:

1. The CFNA or CFNB engine, which was installed on the Polo Sedan until the fall of 2015, uses the original oil filter with article number 03С115561D or a newer version 03C115561H. A good alternative part from Mahle Knecht, the article number of which is OC 5933. The oil drain hole is closed with a plug N90813202 with thread size M14 * 1.5 * 22.
2. On a more recent CWVA or CWVB engine, a cleaning element 04E115561H is installed. These units use a plug N90288901 with a thread size of M14*1.5*16, equipped with a replaceable gasket N0138157 with a dimension of 14*20 mm. The turbocharged 1.4 liter engine has the same oil filter and cap.
3. For the 85-horsepower CLPA engine of the Polo hatchback, filter 030115561AN and plug N90813202 are used. The 105-horsepower unit uses device 03C115561B and plug N90813202 (similar to the CFNA engine). The weakest 75-horsepower engine is equipped with device 03D198819C, cover M14*1.5 N0160276 with ring N0138492. On diesel engines, filters 03P115562 (1.2 liter version) and 03L115562 (for 1.6 liter engine) are used. The drain plug is identical - N90813202.

Mercedes w211

The peculiarity of checking the oil level in a Mercedes w211 car is that you won’t find a dipstick there, it simply isn’t there, so don’t waste your time searching.

The w211 only provides an electronic probe, which is located in the form of a float in the engine crankcase. By the way, the w210 e280 has a probe and electronics, which is much more convenient.

In order to measure the amount of mass in the crankcase, you need to activate the electronic probe. The data will be displayed on the instrument panel.

The car must be on a horizontal platform. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the right once. Go to the menu and find the speed.

Press the reset button 3 times.

The battery voltage will be displayed.

Now, to find the electronic probe, press the arrow button shown in the photo 1 time.

A menu will appear.

Turn on the ignition by turning the key to the right one more step. After a few seconds, the display will show the engine oil level in liters. In our case it is 6.1 liter, which is the norm.

The following indication may appear on the display:

Ford Focus 2

The car is also placed on a flat surface, the engine is turned off and wait 5 - 10 minutes until the oil drains into the crankcase.

The measurement algorithm is no different from that described above. Everything is also checked the second time.

The Ford Focus 2 dipstick has only risks, there are no letter designations. There are also no indicators for “cold” and “hot”, so we take measurements only on a warm engine.

Allowed oil level readings are 0.5 (the middle between the marks), 2/3 and 3/4 of the distance from the bottom mark.

Above the top line, drain off the excess; below the bottom line, add more.

Volkswagen Polo sedan

The dipstick for measuring the oil level in the Volkswagen Polo sedan engine has two marks, lower and upper, in the grooved area. Do not confuse with marks further down and up the dipstick.

Measuring the level is no different from the previous ones, just place the car on a flat surface, turn off the engine and wait 5 - 10 minutes.

The check is also carried out the second time. The oil level should be midway between the marks in the grooved area or 2/3 and 3/4 of the distance from the bottom mark.

Replacement frequency, what oil to fill

According to the manufacturer's regulations, service changes of engine oil for the Volkswagen Polo Sedan are carried out after 15,000 kilometers or at intervals of 1 year. But some car owners consider this interval to be a little too high, recommending that it be shortened taking into account operating conditions.

The original oil that the manufacturer recommends is Volkswagen Special Plus 5w-40, also known as VAG Special G 5w-40. Available in 1 liter G 052 167 M2 and 5 liter G 052 167 M4.

Oil for Volkswagen Polo Sedan

In addition, it is also recommended to use Castrol lubricant, as evidenced by the inscription on the engine oil filler neck. The Castrol EDGE 5W-30 A3/B4 marking has all the necessary approvals. The inscription Professional and the VW sign may also be present.

Sometimes Polo car owners have a misunderstanding about what viscosity should be chosen: 5w30 or 5w40. The fact is that the manufacturer gives a recommendation when choosing to focus on the VW 502.00 tolerance. And the viscosity is selected based on the climatic zone of use of the machine. By the way, it can be 0W30. But most often, dealers in central Russia fill in 5W-40.

The manufacturer also allows the use of analogues that meet the approval of the VAG concern: VW 502.00. The following brands are most popular among car owners:

• Castrol Magnatec 5W-40 A3/B4
• Liqui Moly Synthoil High Tech 5W-40
• Mobil 1 FS X1 5W-40
• Motul 8100 X-cess 5W40
• RAVENOL VollSynth Turbo VST 5W-40
• Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40
• Total Quartz 9000 5W-40
• Valvoline Synpower 5W-40
• ZIC X9 5W-40
• Lukoil Genesis Armortech 5W-40

How much oil is in the engine lubrication system, volume table

Volvo XC60

Volvo XC60 cars are equipped with D3, D4, D5 engines, which can be equipped with either two types of probes at the same time, electronic and conventional, or only electronic.

For example, on the Volvo XC60 D5 205 and 2.4D 175 there are two types of dipsticks, but the usual dipstick is very small and is located at the very bottom of the engine and is difficult to reach. You need to either lift the car or drive it into a pit.

Therefore, they mainly check the oil level on the Volvo XC60 electronically and for this:

Audi Q5

On the AUDI Q5, the oil level is also checked with an electronic dipstick, but here the manufacturer has gone overboard with this matter. Why? You will understand further.

Algorithm of actions:

Renault Megane 2

To check the oil level in Renault Megane 2, you first need to find the dipstick, which is not easy to do the first time.

The dipstick is located at the bottom of the engine on the radiator side to the right of the oil filter.

It is not noticeable and is not large in size.

The inconveniences are obvious - the probe is far away and inconvenient to reach.

The oil level is measured in the same way as in other cars, using two marks. There are no letter designations on the dipstick. But this also has its own characteristics.

So, we have looked at the main rules and conditions under which you will measure the oil level in the engine crankcase on any car.

Of course, each car model has its own nuances that you need to know about, especially with regard to the design of the probe and its principle of operation (regular or electronic).

Therefore, as an example, we have given several car models in which measuring the oil level in engines requires certain knowledge and experience.

If you have your own experience in carrying out such work, share it in the comments, you will make life easier for many car owners. Thank you.

Video on the topic.

Oil level on dipstick

Checking the oil level in the oil pan with a dipstick is part of the TO-1 regulation, which involves checking the oil level in the engine after each long-term parking of the car. More details about choosing oil can be found in the material: “Choosing which engine oil is best to fill in a Volkswagen Polo.”

In the car manual, the procedure for checking the oil is explained clearly and clearly.

The car should be level and not tilted. It is most convenient to do it in the morning immediately before the trip.

The oil will drain overnight from the upper internal parts of the engine and the dipstick and settle in the sump. It is convenient because there is no need to wipe the dipstick, but simply pull it out and determine the oil level, which should be between the upper and lower marks . This level is considered normal .

The oil level between the marks on the dipstick is normal!

Exceeding level

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Exceeding the oil mark is undesirable, since excess oil will create higher pressure inside the engine, which can lead to leakage through the seals.

Level lower risks

The oil level below the lower mark during constant driving will lead to insufficient oil supply to the rubbing parts of the engine, the crankshaft bearings, the gas distribution mechanism, and the connecting rod and piston group. Especially during steep descents and ascents when traveling over rough terrain.

This is very bad, to put it simply!!!

If the level is low, it is necessary to add the missing volume by first unscrewing the cap through the filler neck. Repeat the check procedure and only after making sure that the oil level is located in the middle of the MIN and MAX marks can you start the engine and start driving.

It is necessary to add the exact oil that was filled. And the best choice for Volkswagen Polo would be branded oil from the manufacturer of the same name.

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