MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => How to Guides / Troubleshooting => Topic started by: G4SYU on February 21, 2016, 02:11:22 am

Title: engine oil
Post by: G4SYU on February 21, 2016, 02:11:22 am

had 2 replace my engine, since then the cars been drinking a lot more fuel and engine oil. every 2/3 weeks needs engine oil. cars standard jus an revo intake. replaced engine then did a service then thats it  :stupid: :stupid: :stupid: :stupid: :stupid:

Title: Re: engine oil
Post by: Adam0604 on February 21, 2016, 09:21:37 am

2/3 weeks!? Damn somethings up there for sure!

Checked for leaks in engine bay / boost pipes / exhaust yet?

Title: Re: engine oil
Post by: Ricky123 on February 21, 2016, 10:28:34 pm

First thing I'd do is try and determine if it's burning oil or leaking.

How much more fuel is it using compared to the last engine? I take it you've done a VCDS scan?

Title: engine oil
Post by: Michaeldal on February 29, 2016, 01:06:58 pm

There’s a new bit at the top regarding the oil numbering system aimed at people who are not sure.