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Lubrication Specifications

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

Material Condition Specification
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature Less Than -20°F (-30°C) To 100°F (38°C) Energy Conserving Oil SAE 5W-30; 5W-40; SAE 10W-30; 10W-40
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature Less Than -20°F (-30°C) To 100°F (38°C) Multi-Grade Oil SAE 5W-50 SAE 10W-50; 10W-60
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature From -20°F (-30°C) To 60°F (18°C) Multi-Grade Oil SAE 5W-30; SAE 5W-40
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature From 0°F (-18°C) To 60°F (18°C) Multi-Grade Oil SAE 10W-30; SAE 10W-40
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature Less Than -20°F (-30°C) To 100°F (38°C) Multi-Grade Oil SAE 5W-30
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature From - 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C) Multi-Grade Oil SAE 15W-40; 15W-50 SAE 20W-40; 20W-50
Engine Coolant All 50/50 Mixture Distilled Water Ethylene Glycol
Brake Fluid All Genuine Audi Brake Fluid or DOT 4
(1) SAE 5W-30 is preferred. Use only API, SH grade "Energy Conserving II" approved oil with Starburst Symbol.