Threedawg@alien.topB to Mechanic Advice@gearhead.townEnglish · 1 year ago

Why would a mechanic put SYN 0W-20 in my Jetta Diesel when it calls for SYN 5W-30? Do I need to change it?

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Why would a mechanic put SYN 0W-20 in my Jetta Diesel when it calls for SYN 5W-30? Do I need to change it?

Threedawg@alien.topB to Mechanic Advice@gearhead.townEnglish · 1 year ago

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Vehicle is a 2014 Jetta Diesel TDI. Normally I do changes myself, but I needed a coolant flush and I was super busy. He said he doesn’t work on VWs often, but this was the only one within walking distance for my wife.

I just noticed the sticker today, car has done less than 20 miles. Do I need to change it? Has damage already been done?

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