Audi TT Oil Type Finder

Here we learn how to measure the oil level in the Audi TT (including the RS & TTS) and how to top up with suitable engine oil when the oil lamp comes on in this sporty roadster. We also take a look at suitable engine oil types for the Audi TT/RS/TTS engines and models.

Measure the oil level in the Audi TT/RS/TTS – when the oil light is on

• • Make sure that your Audi TT is as level as possible (not on a slope or hill).
• • Then turn off the TT engine with the ignition key or start button.
• • Wait about 3-5 minutes before checking the oil level. This allows the engine oil to run out of the engine and the lines back into the oil pan.
• • Now you can open the Audi TT/RS/TTS bonnet.
• • In the engine compartment you can see the oil dipstick (ring at the top) of your Audi TT/RS/TTS.
• • Pull the dipstick out of the holder.
• • Now clean the dipstick with a cloth, handkerchief or toilet paper.
• • Then insert the cleaned oil dipstick back into the holder.
• • Now pull it out of the hole again.
• • The oil film must be found between the "minimum – bottom" and "maximum – top" markings.

If this is not the case, oil suitable for the Audi TT/RS/TTS must usually be filled into the oil socket.

What Engine Oil For Audi TT?

In principle, only engine oils that have the right specification including manufacturer approval can be used in the Audi TT and also in the RS & TTS - you can recognise these by the designation VW 501 01 or 505 00, for example.

Every engine oil will have its viscosity grade labelled on the packaging. This will look something like 0W-20, 5W-30 or 5W-40. This grading is used to measure how thick / fluid the oil is and help ensure you buy the right oil for your car. The lower the viscosity grade of the oil, the more fluid and thinner it will be than those with a high grade (higher numbers) which will be much less running and thick.

So which engine oil should you buy for your Audi TT? Whether you are topping up your Audi TT oil or doing a full change of your Audi TT's oil it is really important that you use the correct grade of oil.

We have listed all the Audi TT models and engine types in the following table, as well as the correct engine oil grade for each of the cars. You can use the search and filter to easily find the right engine oil for an Audi TT.

Car Make & Model	Year	Oil Grade
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro (162 kW) (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	5W-40
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro (162 kW) (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	5W-40
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro (162 kW) (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	5W-40
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	0W-20
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	0W-20
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	0W-20
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (162 kW) (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	5W-40
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (162 kW) (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	5W-40
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (162 kW) (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	5W-40
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	0W-20
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	0W-20
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (170 kW) (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	0W-20
Audi TTRS Coupe 2.5 TFSI quattro (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	5W-30
Audi TTRS Coupe 2.5 TFSI quattro (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	5W-30
Audi TTRS Coupe 2.5 TFSI quattro (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TTS Coupe 2.0 TFSI (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	5W-40
Audi TTS Coupe 2.0 TFSI (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	5W-40
Audi TTS Coupe 2.0 TFSI (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	5W-40
Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI (FV) Petrol	2015, 2016, 2017	5W-40
Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI (FV) Petrol	2018, 2019, 2020	5W-40
Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI (FV) Petrol	2021, 2022	5W-40
Audi TTRS Roadster 2.5 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TTRS Roadster 2.5 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TTRS Roadster 2.5 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 1.8 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 1.8 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 1.8 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TDI (FV9) Diesel	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TDI (FV9) Diesel	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TDI (FV9) Diesel	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI (FV9) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV9) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV9) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV9) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV9) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV9) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV9) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT 1.8 TFSI (FV3) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT 1.8 TFSI (FV3) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT 1.8 TFSI (FV3) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TDI (FV3) Diesel	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TDI (FV3) Diesel	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TDI (FV3) Diesel	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TFSI (FV3) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TFSI (FV3) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TFSI (FV3) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TT 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TTRS 2.5 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TTRS 2.5 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TTRS 2.5 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30
Audi TTS 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2014, 2015, 2016	5W-30
Audi TTS 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2017, 2018, 2019	5W-30
Audi TTS 2.0 TFSI quattro (FV3) Petrol	2020, 2021, 2022	5W-30

How to reset the inspection interval on Audi TT (1st generation, 1998-2006)

The service reset applies to the following models of the Audi TT series: TT 8N

When an engine oil service is due, the oil change warning light will appear on the display. The service interval must be reset after the maintenance service has been performed or the engine oil has been changed on your vehicle.

Follow the instructions below to reset the oil change light on your Audi TT:

Step 1: Start with the key inserted but the ignition is off.

Step 2: Press and hold the button on the right side of the display while turning the ignition one click (to position 1).

Step 3: Release the button on the right, SERVICE should now appear on the display.

Step 4: Press and hold the button on the left side of the display until SERVICE IN xxxx miles/km is displayed.

Step 5: Release the left button and then turn off the ignition.

Done! The process is complete and you have successfully reset the Audi TT 1st generation inspection interval!

How to reset the inspection interval on Audi TT (2nd & 3rd generation, 2006 - present)

The service reset applies to the following models: TT 8J, TT FV, TTS and TT RS.

For fixed interval maintenance, you can use the following procedure.

Step 1: Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Important: Do not start the engine!

Step 2: There are two buttons in the instrument cluster, pull out the RIGHT button once and then release to activate the reset mode After that, the message “Oil change” will appear on the display.

Step 3: Pull out the RIGHT knob again until the display shows Oil change in —– mi (km) — days If the reset button is not pulled within 5 seconds, the reset mode will close.

Step 4: Turn off the ignition, start the engine and check if the gauge has reset

It's done! If you have followed all these steps exactly as described, then congratulations - you have reset your inspection or oil change.