2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf R Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf R with the EA888 Gen3 2.0T engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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VW 2.0L TSI — Golf R / GTI Mk7 2015–2021
2015–2021 Golf R · 2015–2021 Golfr · 2015–2021 Gti
Some Experience Helpful
✅ The Mk7 Golf R and GTI use the Gen 3 EA888 — slightly updated from the Gen 2. Same basic procedure. Performance-oriented owners often change more frequently.
Specs not yet verified. We're still checking this guide's oil type, capacity, part numbers and torque against the manufacturer's data. Confirm them in your owner's manual before you start.
Oil Type
5W-40 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
VW #06K115562 | Mann HU816X
Engine Code
EA888 Gen3 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 (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 | 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 | Settings → Service → Oil Change → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.9 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain easily.
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