Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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you consult your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility so that the cause of your concern can
be properly diagnosed. Please keep in mind that accurate
measurement of oil consumption requires great care and may take
some time. Your authorized Volkswagen dealer and authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility have instructions for how to measure
oil consumption accurately.
Depending on the way the vehicle is driven and the operating conditions, oil
consumption can be up to 1 quart per 1200 miles (0.5 liter per 1000 km). Consumption
may be higher for new vehicles during the first 3000 miles (5000 km).
Changing engine oil
Please first read and note the introductory information and
heed the WARNINGS →
Introduction
The engine oil must be changed according to the intervals specified
in your ⇒ BookletWarranty and Maintenance, .
Changing oil at regular intervals is very important because the
lubricating properties of oil decrease gradually during normal
vehicle use. If you are not sure when to have the oil changed, ask
your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.