SC400 engine oil capacity--help!!
#1
SC400 engine oil capacity--help!!
i was changing my oil on my sc400 today, and i put in 5.1quarts just as the owners manual said, but 5.1 quarts only filled it half way up. what is the engine's oil capacity? can i put more than 5.1 quarts and just fill it up all the way?
--thanks!!
--thanks!!
#2
Re: SC400 engine oil capacity--help!!
Originally posted by kamy587
i was changing my oil on my sc400 today, and i put in 5.1quarts just as the owners manual said, but 5.1 quarts only filled it half way up. what is the engine's oil capacity? can i put more than 5.1 quarts and just fill it up all the way?
--thanks!!
i was changing my oil on my sc400 today, and i put in 5.1quarts just as the owners manual said, but 5.1 quarts only filled it half way up. what is the engine's oil capacity? can i put more than 5.1 quarts and just fill it up all the way?
--thanks!!
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The dipstick is the ultimate authority and it says so right in your owners manual
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#6
Originally posted by saber
The dipstick is the ultimate authority and it says so right in your owners manual
http://www.saber.net/~monarch/oillevel.jpg
The dipstick is the ultimate authority and it says so right in your owners manual
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#8
AM I DOING SOMETHING WRONG?
Hello,
I have been reading the responses of other owners, and it seems that some people actually put the entire 6 quarts of oil in the engine during an oil change.
The most I have ever put in is 5.3, like the book says. The extra oil may not cause problems, but I personally feel that the extra oil will negatively impact fuel consumption.
I also have a 2000 new beetle, and they specifically state not to put more than the factory recommended amount for fear of contaminating the catalytic converter with engine oil.
If someone has a compelling reason why 6 quarts is better than 5 or 5.3, I would be interested in hearing what it is. Maybe I am missing something.
I have been reading the responses of other owners, and it seems that some people actually put the entire 6 quarts of oil in the engine during an oil change.
The most I have ever put in is 5.3, like the book says. The extra oil may not cause problems, but I personally feel that the extra oil will negatively impact fuel consumption.
I also have a 2000 new beetle, and they specifically state not to put more than the factory recommended amount for fear of contaminating the catalytic converter with engine oil.
If someone has a compelling reason why 6 quarts is better than 5 or 5.3, I would be interested in hearing what it is. Maybe I am missing something.
Last edited by gserep1; 06-30-04 at 10:22 PM.
#9
Be very careful about putting in 6 quarts. I took it to a shop that changes the oil only if you bring the parts/items and I was told that only 5.3 qts would be good for our V8 engines. Well anyways, the guy who changed my oil put in all 6 qts and he showed me the dipstick and it read about right so I thought it was ok. By the time I drove home I smelled burnt oil and thought maybe that was normal after oil changes since it was normal on my previous car. Well, it turned out 6 qts was way too much and now my rear main seal is leaking oil due to too much oil in the engine. My mechanic said too much oil can damage your seal because of pressure build up. Now I'm left w/ a $600 bill!!
#10
Re: AM I DOING SOMETHING WRONG?
Originally posted by gserep1
Hello,
I have been reading the responses of other owners, and it seems that some people actually put the entire 6 quarts of oil in the engine during an oil change.
The most I have ever put in is 5.3, like the book says. The extra oil may not cause problems, but I personally feel that the extra oil will negatively impact fuel consumption.
I also have a 2000 new beetle, and they specifically state not to put more than the factory recommended amount for fear of contaminating the catalytic converter with engine oil.
If someone has a compelling reason why 6 quarts is better than 5 or 5.3, I would be interested in hearing what it is. Maybe I am missing something.
Hello,
I have been reading the responses of other owners, and it seems that some people actually put the entire 6 quarts of oil in the engine during an oil change.
The most I have ever put in is 5.3, like the book says. The extra oil may not cause problems, but I personally feel that the extra oil will negatively impact fuel consumption.
I also have a 2000 new beetle, and they specifically state not to put more than the factory recommended amount for fear of contaminating the catalytic converter with engine oil.
If someone has a compelling reason why 6 quarts is better than 5 or 5.3, I would be interested in hearing what it is. Maybe I am missing something.
and that 1.8T engine that's an option in the Beetle is one of the thirstiest 4's i've seen, i put in 5 quarts of M1 5W-40 in one, just to get the oil level OK after an oil change!
#12
THANK YOU FOR THE INFO
Thanks for all the responses. I will pay close attention to the level during my next oil change. I AM confused how you can add 5.5 one day, and have to add another 1/2 quart the next day. It is not like it is transmission fluid that expands when it gets hot. I don't understand that.
I normally run my car a period of time after the oil change to be sure it is not leaking, and to allow the oil to drain down to the pan before finally checking it again. It shouldn't go down overnight, but then, that is just my opinion.
On the VW statement, you are so right about the oil consumption of the Beetle. However, I do not have the 1.8L turbo engine. I have the 2.0L non-turbo-charged engine, and it has used oil from day one because of the low tension piston rings. It requires my daughter to constantly check the oil. She has occasionally overfilled it, and we did have to replace a catalytic converter because of. Not one of my better choices for a vehicle, but you get burned once, and you learn. Got too much money in ot now to get rid of it, since it runs great.
I think sabre said it best....the dipstick will have to be the final authority on this matter. Anyway, THANKS again for all the responses. I learned something today.
I normally run my car a period of time after the oil change to be sure it is not leaking, and to allow the oil to drain down to the pan before finally checking it again. It shouldn't go down overnight, but then, that is just my opinion.
On the VW statement, you are so right about the oil consumption of the Beetle. However, I do not have the 1.8L turbo engine. I have the 2.0L non-turbo-charged engine, and it has used oil from day one because of the low tension piston rings. It requires my daughter to constantly check the oil. She has occasionally overfilled it, and we did have to replace a catalytic converter because of. Not one of my better choices for a vehicle, but you get burned once, and you learn. Got too much money in ot now to get rid of it, since it runs great.
I think sabre said it best....the dipstick will have to be the final authority on this matter. Anyway, THANKS again for all the responses. I learned something today.
#13
Re: THANK YOU FOR THE INFO
Originally posted by gserep1
Thanks for all the responses. I will pay close attention to the level during my next oil change. I AM confused how you can add 5.5 one day, and have to add another 1/2 quart the next day. It is not like it is transmission fluid that expands when it gets hot. I don't understand that.
I normally run my car a period of time after the oil change to be sure it is not leaking, and to allow the oil to drain down to the pan before finally checking it again. It shouldn't go down overnight, but then, that is just my opinion.
On the VW statement, you are so right about the oil consumption of the Beetle. However, I do not have the 1.8L turbo engine. I have the 2.0L non-turbo-charged engine, and it has used oil from day one because of the low tension piston rings. It requires my daughter to constantly check the oil. She has occasionally overfilled it, and we did have to replace a catalytic converter because of. Not one of my better choices for a vehicle, but you get burned once, and you learn. Got too much money in ot now to get rid of it, since it runs great.
I think sabre said it best....the dipstick will have to be the final authority on this matter. Anyway, THANKS again for all the responses. I learned something today.
Thanks for all the responses. I will pay close attention to the level during my next oil change. I AM confused how you can add 5.5 one day, and have to add another 1/2 quart the next day. It is not like it is transmission fluid that expands when it gets hot. I don't understand that.
I normally run my car a period of time after the oil change to be sure it is not leaking, and to allow the oil to drain down to the pan before finally checking it again. It shouldn't go down overnight, but then, that is just my opinion.
On the VW statement, you are so right about the oil consumption of the Beetle. However, I do not have the 1.8L turbo engine. I have the 2.0L non-turbo-charged engine, and it has used oil from day one because of the low tension piston rings. It requires my daughter to constantly check the oil. She has occasionally overfilled it, and we did have to replace a catalytic converter because of. Not one of my better choices for a vehicle, but you get burned once, and you learn. Got too much money in ot now to get rid of it, since it runs great.
I think sabre said it best....the dipstick will have to be the final authority on this matter. Anyway, THANKS again for all the responses. I learned something today.
The service station that i go to charge a flat rate up to 5.5qt's after that you have to pay extra
so i have them fill it to 5.5qt's then i add the 1/2qt
bottle oil charge is $3 so it's not worth it
#14
Re: Re: THANK YOU FOR THE INFO
Originally posted by VSsc400
when i take the car to an oil change place they add 5.5qt's but i always have to add 1/2 qt to that.
The service station that i go to charge a flat rate up to 5.5qt's after that you have to pay extra
so i have them fill it to 5.5qt's then i add the 1/2qt
bottle oil charge is $3 so it's not worth it
when i take the car to an oil change place they add 5.5qt's but i always have to add 1/2 qt to that.
The service station that i go to charge a flat rate up to 5.5qt's after that you have to pay extra
so i have them fill it to 5.5qt's then i add the 1/2qt
bottle oil charge is $3 so it's not worth it
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