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Old 04-27-2006, 09:07 AM
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What kind/brand/type of oil y'all recommend I get to keep keep in my trunk in case i ever need to add some between changes? (should i check the manual?)

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Old 04-27-2006, 09:25 AM
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Default Any 502.00 certified oil....Mobil1 0W-40 is probably the most common.

Here's a link to the list of certified oils:<ul><li><a href="http://www.audiusa.com/common/images/Audi_Approved_Oil_Chart.pdf">Audi Approved Oil List</a></li></ul>
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synthetic 5W-40 is what your Audi mechanic would use
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is 505 a better oil than 502 or just a different spec?
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Audi requires 505 for the RS6....
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