How to change engine oil on a Skoda Octavia A5, A7

How to choose an oil filter

Choosing an oil element is quite a difficult thing, especially when foreign currency has increased in value and these elements have risen in price. Now, car enthusiasts are trying to buy cheaper consumables and spare parts. In this part of the article, every owner of a Skoda Octavia A5 will be able to find and select an oil filter based on price and quality by simply entering the item’s catalog number into the search.

First, a little about engines

Skoda Octavia A5 and A7 cars were equipped with 1.4, 1.6 and 1.8 liter engines; the injection systems on these engines were called mpi and tsi. Reliability and ease of maintenance had a positive impact on owner reviews. Repair of these units becomes necessary after 300 thousand kilometers, and this is a considerable resource. Some characteristics:

• The Skoda Octavia A7 1.4 tsi engine is turbocharged and has a power of 140 hp.
• The Skoda Octavia A7 1.6 mpi engine is equipped with point injection and its power is 110 hp.
• The Skoda Octavia A5 Tour model was equipped with a 1.8 tsi engine; with the help of a turbine, this engine has a power of 152 hp.
• The same power unit was installed on the A7 Tour model and has more power - 180 hp.

Oil change process

Now, let's look at the sequential process of changing the oil and oil filter in the Skoda Octavia A5.

1. As always, we park the car so that there is access from below and let it cool.
2. As with all cars of the Skoda Octavia series, the lower protection of the internal combustion engine should be removed.

3. Also, the crankcase protection should be removed.
4. We unscrew the drain plug, after cleaning it and replacing the oil container.

5. We wait until the oil drains completely.
6. We clean the plug and change the copper gasket.

7. Remove the oil filter using special tools.
8. Fill the filtered element 30% with oil and screw it into place.
9. Remove the oil filler neck and pour in new oil.
10. We start the car and warm it up for about 5 minutes. Add oil to the mark on the dipstick.

Consequences of untimely replacement

Long mileage of an engine with only oil seriously affects its components. It thins out as the oil ages. As friction increases, the temperature inside the engine increases significantly. Moving parts experience severe stress. Beneficial outcome: increased fuel consumption and reduced service life of parts.

Possible damage to the car and, in particular, the engine, is a knocking sound when it is running. In this situation, expensive repairs cannot be avoided.

It is advisable to change the oil in the power unit in a timely manner. If you purchased a used vehicle, it should be changed immediately after purchase. This will protect the current owner from major repairs of the power unit or engine replacement.

Where to buy oil and filter

You can buy oil and oil filter for Skoda Octavia A5 in different places:

• automobile markets. There is quite a large assortment here, but the price does not always correspond to reality;
• car stores. A place where you can choose quality oil, but spend a little more than at the car market. But, they won’t slip fakes here;
• dealer stations. In these places, you can always find original oils, but the money they want for them is slightly overpriced;
• online stores. This is the place where you can buy oil and filters for the Skoda Octavia A5 on the cheap. It is worth considering that it can take several days, depending on the region.

Leaks and problems

The higher the mileage of the Skoda Octavia, the more problems appear, as in principle with any car. Most often this is due to natural wear and tear of the engine, causing oil to burn. Although the manufacturer allows for a small consumption.

In general, speaking about burns on this model, it is worth noting that some engines are susceptible to it, especially the new generation. The manufacturer himself admits this and writes about it in the instructions that consumption can be 1 l/2000 kilometers.

If the car is under warranty and the consumption is more than 0.5 l/1000 kilometers, then you can go to the dealer. This is a warranty case, but in practice such costs are exceptions. Typically, oil consumption does not exceed 1 l/10,000 kilometers.

Owners note the engine's sensitivity to bad oil. Therefore, it is advised to purchase it from official suppliers to avoid buying a counterfeit. It is also worth reducing the replacement interval and focusing on engine hours; the optimal interval is considered to be 250-300 engine hours.

All this is general information, which may manifest itself differently on each specific vehicle, since everyone’s operating modes are different. The same applies to leak locations; it is impossible to identify the cause from a distance.

What and how much oil to pour into the Skoda Octavia engine.

The manufacturer has established quality standards for replacement engine oil in the Skoda Octavia that meet the following specifications: VW50400/VW50300 (for gasoline engines) and VW 50700/VW50601 (for diesel engines). Of course, engine oils are constantly being improved and, as an alternative, it is allowed to use motor lubricants of VW50000 specifications; VW50101 or VW50200, as well as oils that meet the European standard ACEA A2 or A3 for gasoline engines and ACEA B3 or B4 for diesel engines.

When choosing engine lubricant, it is important to consider the climatic conditions of the area in which the vehicle is operated. For our area, the most suitable oils in terms of viscosity are: 15W-40; 10W-40; 5W-40; 15W-40 or 5W-50.

Answering the question of how much oil to pour into the Skoda Octavia A5 engine, according to the repair and operating instructions, you can give the following answer: “The volume of oil to be poured into a gasoline engine will be:

To replace a 1.9 L diesel engine, you will need 3.8 liters. motor oil."

The list of tools and materials for work includes:

• ratchet with a head and 18 mm (for the drain plug);
• wrench with head “TOREX” T45;
• key to 17;
• cleaning cloth;
• oil filter puller;
• a container with a capacity of at least 5 liters for processing;
• new oil filter and engine oil.

Catalog numbers of consumables

Original synthetic motor oil VAG “Longlife III 5W-30”, 5 liter canister, code – G052195M4. Its price will be about 2700 rubles. As an analogue, you can use Patron oil art. 5W305LORIGINAL, a 5-liter canister will cost 1,400 rubles.

You can also purchase lubricants in smaller quantities: VAG “Longlife III 5W-30”, 1 liter canister, article number G052195M2. Price 700 rubles. Patron “5W-30” volume 1 l, art. — 5W301LORIGINAL will cost 400 rubles. or buy synthetic oil produced by Aimol “PRO LINE V 5W-30”, 1 l, product code 8717662396564. Estimated price 900 rubles.

Original VAG oil filter, product code - VAG 06A115561B, will cost 400 rubles. You can save money by choosing analogues, they will cost a little less, for example: MANN-FILTER W71930 – 300 rubles; Bosch 0451103033 – 180 rubles, Knecht Filter OC264 – 280 rubles, and SCT SM111 oil filter – 150 rubles.

Functions about the singularity of such a fluid

First, let's look at the functions of the Skoda Octavia A7 engine oil. This technical fluid:

• protects contacted parts from wear;
• prevents the formation of corrosion foci;
• reduces friction losses;
• protects engine compartment components from overheating;
• removes mechanical debris formed as a result of the operation of mechanisms;
• cleans the internal space of pipelines and the surfaces of parts from carbon deposits and soot.

The Skoda Octavia A7 oil change should be performed according to the regulations specified by the manufacturer. This:

• upon reaching 15 thousand km of the distance traveled,
• after a year of using the machine.

The special operating conditions of the Skoda Octavia A7 and harsh climatic conditions force car owners to change the oil for the Skoda A7 ahead of schedule. Some car enthusiasts, trying to improve operating conditions for their car's engine, change this technical fluid more often: at the turn of 7-10 thousand km.

Mobil ESP Formula 5W30 engine oil

Choosing oil for Skoda Octavia cars

As we know, the frequency of oil changes is 10 thousand kilometers, only at such intervals the engine of your Skoda Octavia A7 Tour will serve you for many kilometers without breakdowns. Of course, such reliability will be achieved if original solutions for Skoda Octavia are used.

The Skoda Octavia 1.6 and 1.8 tsi engines are very picky about the quality of oil. To answer the question of what kind of oil should be filled, we will give some tolerances regulated by the manufacturer.

• VW 504
• VW 502

It is these tolerances that should be indicated on the label of the canister with the new liquid. When using high-quality fluids, Skoda Octavia 1.6 - 110 horsepower and 1.8 engines will last for hundreds of thousands of kilometers.

If low-quality materials are poured, lubricant consumption can increase significantly.

So that you know which oil is better to pour, we will answer - original. It is the original lubricant that performs its functions in the best possible way, thereby protecting engine parts from increased wear.

Oil pressure sensor

If the oil pressure sensor lights up, then an exciting set of checks of the engine and individual components awaits you. What could cause the sensor to light up?

• Low level of oil pressure in the engine. The simplest option is to check the dipstick, if you add too little to the required level.
• Oil too old. Look at the color of the oil, rub it with your fingers (you should feel oily). If the oil is too old, it is better to change it to a new one.
• Oil pump malfunction.
• The oil pressure sensor has failed. If you checked the previous steps and nothing helped, check the sensor itself. A visual inspection will help determine the external condition of the device. If necessary, replace with a new one. It happens that the sensor is covered in oil, this may indicate that the leak is coming through the sensor. Of course, such a part must be replaced immediately.

How to replace

Replacing the sensor does not require much effort. At the rear of the cylinder block (where the unit number is indicated), press the wire lock and remove the terminal. The sensor itself is unscrewed with a key x 22. When installing a new sensor, make sure that there is a sealing washer.

Required volumes of consumables

To change the oil in a Skoda A7 you will need no more than five liters of this technical fluid. For example, for a 1.8 liter TSI engine, the most popular among Russian drivers, you will need 4.5 liters. A two-liter diesel engine needs 4.6 liters, a 1.4 liter TSI (CGGA) petrol unit needs only 3.5 liters.

To carry out such maintenance, the Skoda owner must purchase a five-liter canister of liquid. Note that some companies produce their product in 4 liter canisters. Therefore, when purchasing, you need to look at the displacement of this product.

However, one should take into account the fact that when operating a Czech model, a motor from the TSI series “devours” about 0.5-1 liters of oil per 5000 km. Therefore, for emergency situations that require topping up fuel, the car owner should have a liter bottle of this consumable in the trunk.

Engine oil MOTUL Specific 504/507 5W30