Technical Bulletin
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Eng. Code

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2014-2017

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Condition
17 16 04 October 19, 2016 2037201 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V171601 dated January 26, 2016 to include
additional model year vehicle applicability.
Engine Oil Level
Technicians may find during PDI that the oil level is below the full mark, but still within the hash marks on the
engine oil dip stick.

Technical Background
All Volkswagen engines are filled to a specific volume before leaving the factory. This level may vary depending
on the testing conditions, but will always be within the allowable specification for engine protection.

Production Solution
Not applicable.

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Service
When checking the engine oil level during PDI, ensure the oil level is within the oil level marks (B range in Figure
1) or (C range in Figure 2) on the oil dip stick.

When checking the engine oil level, ensure the engine is at operating temperature, park the vehicle on a level
surface to help prevent an incorrect oil level reading.
Switch off the engine and wait a five minutes for the engine oil to flow back into the oil pan before checking the
level.

If the oil level is within the B range,
DO NOT add additional oil.

Figure 1.

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Technical Bulletin
If the oil level is within the C range,
DO NOT add additional oil. The
maximum normal operating range is
at the top of the C range.

If the oil level is within the B range,
DO NOT add additional oil. The B
range is an allowable operational
zone. The oil level may reach this
range due to oil expansion.

If the oil level is in the A range, the
engine oil is overfilled and an oil
service should be performed.

Figure 2. Gen III 2.0L Diesel Engine Only
Note:
If the oil level is at a level within the “A” range (Diesel only) an oil level warning light will illuminate.

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Technical Bulletin
Warranty
Information only.

Required Parts and Tools
Information only.

Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.

Document Control Revision Table
Instance Number

Published Date

Version Number

Reason For Update

2037201/6

10/19/16

V171604

Include model year 2017
applicability.

2037201/1

7/2/14

V171402

Original publication.

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