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Old 09-02-2004 | 12:27 PM
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I have been running my car using this oil for about 8,000 km and this morning I touched the oil and still clean and slippery. Do you guys think I should change my oil now? I put this oil 3 months ago.
 
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Old 09-02-2004 | 12:38 PM
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Which engine is it? If it's a turbo, I'd change it in the next 500km or so. The 1.8t's have a problem with oil sludging up, so the more often you change it the less likely that is to happen.
 
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Old 09-02-2004 | 12:50 PM
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It is the 1.8T and I will change it tonight. What oil do you use?
Should I changed the brand to Mobil 1? Should I put in 15W50? Will that cause any problem during the winter months?
 
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Old 09-02-2004 | 12:58 PM
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Stick to the oil recommended in the owner's manual. Unless you've made major mods, the viscosity outlined by AUDI is usually the way to go.
 
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Old 09-02-2004 | 02:36 PM
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Mobil 1 15W-50 will slightly hurt gas mileage. Audi now recommends Mobil 1 0W-40 European Car Formula.
 
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Old 09-02-2004 | 08:54 PM
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Yeah im going to the mobil 1 next too.
 
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Old 09-02-2004 | 08:55 PM
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I'm using Mobil 1 5W40.
 
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