Engine Oil
5W-30
Full Synthetic
Capacity
5.3 qt
with filter
4.8 qt without filter
Oil Filter
06J115403Q
Audi (OEM)
OEM spec: VW 502.00
The 2016 Audi A4 takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 5.3 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 19mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 30 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Audi 06J115403Q, with 3 compatible alternatives listed below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2016 AUDI A4
Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Audi 06J115403Q) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Full Synthetic as specified by Audi — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-30
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 5.3 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 4.8 qt
OEM spec VW 502.00
Filter Options
Cartridge oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 19 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 30 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
B8/B8.5 (2.0T TFSI I4)
Type VW G 055 025
Capacity 3.5 qt
Change interval 40,000 mi
DOT type DOT 4
Change interval 30,000 mi
Type G13
Color Purple
Capacity 6 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.032
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 225/45R18
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Wiper Blades
Bosch 18A passenger, 18"
Buy Rain-X 18-1 passenger, 18"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
12mm thread, aluminum head
13 ft-lb · 17.6 Nm
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Show all 406 TSBs(+403) Private Party
$8,664–$9,576
Dealer Retail
$10,032–$11,400
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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