bartdriver

Just had my 2001 A4, 1.8T station wagon in for its 10K service. I checked the oil level and the dipstick shows oil above the "level a" (per Owner's manual) which is the "must not add oil" level. The Dealer who did the maintenance says they routinely add extra oil, up to 1/4 of a quart more than the full level shown on the dipstick.
Anyone else come across this? I thought overfilling oil was wrong?!
(I am taking the car back for them to check the oil level.)

Drop da big one

Where do dealers come up with these fairy tales?

Matt H.

It is wrong, tell them if they want to keep doing business with you it'd better never be over full.

ex-quattro PETE

which dealer? (must make sure not to go there)

Wilder_rocks

The fluid level tech bulletin says "Do not over fill" with an exclamation point.

Cool Craig

sprayed oil all over the inside motor compartment, fender, hood, grille and bumper!! I dont think any of it made it onto the track....because it was all over the car!!

4.3 quarts...and check you dipstick for cracks and broken plastic parts, mine was broke and it caused the dipstick to read incorrectly...thats why I say 4.3 quarts...cant argue with weights and measurements...its like arguing with a woman (who reads).

EricB

3.5 years. Dealer has not got it within the limits ONCE.