Oil Change Kit 2.0L L4 (Audi S3)

Oil Change Kit — 2.0L L4 (Audi S3)

The Audi S3’s 2.0T differs from the standard Golf GTI / A3 unit in one key area: it runs significantly higher boost pressure and produces more heat per combustion cycle. The engine code is typically CDLF, CAWB, or related EA888 Gen1/Gen2 variants. The oil requirement is VW 502 00, SAE 5W-40 — a full-SAPS, high-HTHS oil that maintains a strong protective film under the thermal load this engine produces.

This is not an engine to run low-SAPS oils in. The S3’s lubrication system runs at higher temperatures than its non-S counterparts, and the oil viscosity needs to hold up across the entire change interval — not just when the engine is cold. Liqui Moly 5W-40 Leichtlauf High Tech has one of the better shear-stability profiles in this class.

Worth noting: if your S3 is showing any sign of oil consumption (which is not uncommon on higher-mileage EA888 Gen1 units), check the PCV system before assuming a seal issue. A clogged or failing PCV is responsible for a significant portion of oil consumption complaints on this platform.

What’s in the kit

• Liqui Moly 5W-40 (VW 502 00 / 505 00 approved)
• OE-quality oil filter — cartridge kit for EA888 Gen1/Gen2
• Drain plug gasket

Oil capacity

4.6 Liters / 4.9 Quarts (with filter). Check your dipstick after first startup — S3 engines can take 30–60 seconds to fully distribute oil after a change.

Before you order

This kit is configured for the 8P and 8V S3 with EA113/EA888 Gen1/Gen2 engine codes. The 8Y S3 (2021+) uses the EA888 Gen4 and requires the 0W-20 VW 508 00 kit instead. If you’re not certain of your generation, send us your VIN at [email protected].

Shipping

Canada only. Ships from Québec.

About the filter

OE / OEM-quality. Brand names referenced are for fitment identification only.