Lubrizol chart also shows the 508/509 with HTHS >= 3.5, and the year as 2013. It's possible that Lubrizol hasn't updated the chart and specs properly.
Not defending the use of the new 0W20, just pointing out that the VW specs may be stringent for this oil -- we just don't know yet. We do know that 502 A3/B4 oils work well in these VW engines, and that is what I use in our 2.0TSI GTI.
Originally Posted By: edyvw
Originally Posted By: BTLew81
I own the car so I’ll tell you the real deal on specs. The manual says 502. Then there is an addendum to the manual that says 508/509. It does say that other vw specs can be used as top off.
Under the hood is a plaque that clearly says only 508/509. So there isn’t really anything that says another oil is acceptable. My choice if I strayed would be 504. Like 508, it is a lower ash and viscosity oil, and yes I know 508 is much lower.
I’d be interested in what other things are special about 508, as if it’s a simple 0w20, I’d prefer to use something like redline or Amsoil.
I already posted lubrizol chart where you can compare spec to other spec.
There is NOTHING special. It is attempt to lower consumption and be compliant with CAFE.
Dye inside is for VW to know you did not use generic 0W20 which is readily available anywhere. That is it.
I told you immediately VW is confusing customers. You yourself now stated it is VW 502.00, but there addendum and under hood VW508.00/509.00.
You are good with VW502.00. I bet if you go to VW and try to by bottle of oil for your car without saying which oil you want they will sell you Castrol 5W40. That is what they will put in your car if you go to do oil change.