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Engine Oil and Filter Replacement

Model: Volkswagen Jetta MK 5, A5 - Years 2005-2010
Part: Engine oil

The drain plug for the used oil is located right in the centre of the oil sump: position a suitable container directly under the plug and unscrew it to let the oil flow out; once the draining is complete, refit the plug; in front of the oil sump is the oil filter, which is of the immersion type: unscrew the filter housing either with a socket wrench or with a monkey wrench, remove the old filter, take off the old O-ring seals, and insert the new ones, ensuring the filter is properly seated; then screw the filter back on without over-tightening and fill the engine with new oil until the maximum level is reached.

Updated on 15 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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