2015–2020 Audi A3 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2015–2020 Audi A3 with the EA888 2.0T engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Audi 2.0L TFSI — A3/S3 MQB 2015–2020
2015–2020 A3 · 2015–2020 S3 · 2015–2020 Tt
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✅ The MQB A3 shares its platform with the VW Golf GTI. Same cartridge filter system as larger Audis. Quality full synthetic only.
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Oil Type
5W-40 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Audi/VW #06H115562 | Mann HU816X
Engine Code
EA888 2.0T
Tools You'll Need
- Oil filter housing cap socket — check your specific engine size (Audi/VW — essential)
- 17mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (cap socket type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Audi/VW #N90813202)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
Video by FCP Euro — Watch on YouTube ↗
| Drain plug size | 17mm | Torque: 22 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Audi/VW #N90813202 |
| Filter type | Cartridge — cap socket required |
| Filter location | Top of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | MMI menu → Car → Service → Oil Change Service → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.9 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain easily.
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