B8 Dipstick

[DavidB8]

I've moved the information and write up for the B8 Dipstick to my website. Check it out there at http://www.audienthusiasts.com/Artic...lDipstick.html

[local3]

That is the 2.0 TFSI (I assume from pics here http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=332928 that it is)? That would indeed be new information, I think...

I will have it added here, it was missing from this list for a long time:

Adding oil dipstick to Audi A4 B8/A5/Q5
http://a6retrofit.tripod.com/article...ldipstick.html

[DavidB8]

That is the 2.0 TFSI (I assume from pics here http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=332928 that it is)? That would indeed be new information, I think...

I will have it added here, it was missing from this list for a long time:

Adding oil dipstick to Audi A4 B8/A5/Q5
http://a6retrofit.tripod.com/article...ldipstick.html

Yes it is for the 2.0 TFSI. I know it took the parts guy a few tries to get the right one.

Glad I could contribute.

[F16HTON]

Be careful as that is not the correct dipstick for the 2.0TSI longitudinal motor.

[John4378]

Hmmm....

I just called my dealer and he said that part number listed in the OP is only good for the A3 and TT not the B8 A4.

David - you said it took the parts guy a few tries - Does that mean he ordered a few different ones for you or just kept poking the hole to see what fit....no dirty joke references please

[F16HTON]

I just posted the same information above...there is no dipstick for the B8 2.0TSI (unless you buy the diagnostic tool version from Audi) which is over $100.

[F16HTON]

I am not doubting you, I am just saying be careful as the stick may not be properly calibrated for the TSI motor.

If it works, then for a inexpensive solution. Did you not like checking your oil level through the MFU?

[DavidB8]

I am not doubting you, I am just saying be careful as the stick may not be properly calibrated for the TSI motor.

If it works, then for a inexpensive solution. Did you not like checking your oil level through the MFU?

I live in a climate that has -35 to -50 temperatures (no that's not with windchill). Although I haven't had the new car in it yet I am betting the MFU screen doesn't respond to quick in those temperatures before warming up. Hence the dipstick

[Banan]

Thanks for the info David! My salesman is also looking for a dipstick for my car and I will pass this info on to him. With a little luck I get to pickup my car next week, hopefully with a stick =)

It's a deeply rooted habit to look at the dipstick, I do it on my truck every day even thou I have a similar system in it, when I start it up I see the level in the display. But it feels good to see the level and foremost the status of the oil with my own eyes.

[ASU Daniel]

Good info David

luckily my MMI oil level is perfect for me out here. That stick looks like it fits perfect though, good work.

[naemcivic]

From what my dealer told me. Every model B8 requires a different dipstick, when ordering it; VIN# must be provided to get the correct one.

[joung300]

From what my dealer told me. Every model B8 requires a different dipstick, when ordering it; VIN# must be provided to get the correct one.

I'm not sure I understand. If we have the same 2.0t motor then wouldn't the dipstick be the same?

I mean of course if you have the 3.2 it would be different but amongst the 2.0t motor's though.

[naemcivic]

I'm not sure I understand. If we have the same 2.0t motor then wouldn't the dipstick be the same?

I mean of course if you have the 3.2 it would be different but amongst the 2.0t motor's though.

I am not sure neither, maybe its got to do with the model year. That's what the dealer asked me for when ordering one.

[DavidB8]

Your model year, your VIN, your colour. None of it matters. Why? Because there is no Dip Stick listed for the B8 A4 2.0 TFSI. The one that works is the number I posted. Cost me $34 Canadian. If your dealer has any questions tell them to call Pfaff Audi in Vaughn Ontario and tell them to talk to Danny. He is the parts Guru that found the part and the dealer who's own techs use them.

[John4378]

David - I don't think anyone is questioning you, or asking you to prove yourself. What happened to others, like what happened to me is: We took the part number you listed, provided it to our dealer, and they came back and said it was wrong. We then posted that information here in an effort to alert others, yourself included.

Had you listed all of your supporting arguments viewed in later posts, in the original post, 99% of the banter could have been eliminated as well as your frustration and irritation with the rest of us here.

For the record, my dealer said the part was $12-$13 (if one does exist, which you were told it does not). If it's wrong, then I won't be paying for it...just use the MMI and life goes on. It is does turn out to be correct, then I will gladly share that information with the rest of the community.

[ASU Daniel]

Besides the extreme conditions (i.e. the artic climate where DavidB8 lives), why wouldnt the MMI oil gauge not be sufficient enough for someone? Just wanna see the oil to know its there? Just wondering lol...

[John4378]

I don't like having to rely strictly on electronics to tell me my oil level, especially when it has been shown that the MMI isn't always quick to react and could take up to 1-2 days in some cases to sort itself out (this is based on reading other threads regarding oil level and MMI interface).

[ASU Daniel]

I don't like having to rely strictly on electronics to tell me my oil level, especially when it has been shown that the MMI isn't always quick to react and could take up to 1-2 days in some cases to sort itself out (this is based on reading other threads regarding oil level and MMI interface).

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[k9lovr]

I also like ot have the ability to check the level with my own eyes. The electronic measurement really worries me...I am also considering getting the dipstick, thanks for the info DavidB8. Also let us know how all the upcoming installs work out.

[DavidB8]

For the record, my dealer said the part was $12-$13 (if one does exist, which you were told it does not).

You should have asked him for the part number. It would have been interesting to see what he was using. From what I have read people have been looking for a dip stick for some time so it's interesting that your dealer says there is a proper part number.

I really wish I had my other laptop with me so I could refer directly to etka but that will have to wait until next weekend.

I'm not surprised by the price variance. We seem to get hit pretty hard between US pricing. Maybe there is just a cheaper alternative that people can order. That would be good news for those that follow. It's not unusual for Audi to have one part cheap and another identical part for a different model more expensive (like the first aid kit).

If I come across a tape measure I will measure it so we can see if the parts at least match up that way. I'm guessing that's the only thing that matters.

[John4378]

Well, it's due to arrive tomorrow. If it's the RIGHT dipstick, then I'll publish the P/N tomorrow. If it's wrong.....then I'll be ordering the dipstick that David listed in his OP.

[u2jrmw]

You mean people waste their time checking oil? If the car tells me it needs oil I throw some in, otherwise it doesn't even cross my mind. Basically only once in my life have I had to put oil in my car between services

Why are you all obsessing about oil?

[naemcivic]

You mean people waste their time checking oil? If the car tells me it needs oil I throw some in, otherwise it doesn't even cross my mind. Basically only once in my life have I had to put oil in my car between services

Why are you all obsessing about oil?

I have actually overfilled my engine before, because I am not familiar with the MMI oil level display. I had to extract about 1L of oil out.

[DavidB8]

I have actually overfilled my engine before, because I am not familiar with the MMI oil level display. I had to extract about 1L of oil out.

Good point.. I guess if your below the realm of the MMI you would have to keep running back and forth to see if your at the right level.

Not that you should let it get that low

[goshjup]

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This is a very good point to actually have a dipstick. It would keep you from overfilling definitely.

When I get my car and if I keep having to add oil I will definitely pick one up. I heard the MMI can take a long time to update and the dipstick gives you immediate clarification on how much oil is in the motor.

[John4378]

OK, Update from the dealer. There are only 8 of the part my dealer is trying to order and they're all in the Los Angeles warehouse. So, it'll be here sometime next week.

There are two possible part numbers. On the exploded diagram I was shown part 28 points to a locking pin and the dipstick but is described as "locking pin". The other part is 23, which is the dipstick and filler tube together. It would suck to have to buy the whole assembly just for the dipstick....but I will if I have to!!!

The current part on order is (28): 03L 115 418 $12
The dipstick and filler tube together is (23): 03L 115 607 $51

Can anyone tell me with certainty that 03L 115 418 will NOT work?

I have the printed diagram in front of me and will post next week when I have access to a scanner again.

[DavidB8]

Just hope you didn't order the tube with the factory stopper. The diagrams in ETKA are not uptodate. Just take a look at the emergency triangle page and you'll see that is not our trunk...

But good luck.

[John4378]

Just hope you didn't order the tube with the factory stopper. The diagrams in ETKA are not uptodate. Just take a look at the emergency triangle page and you'll see that is not our trunk...

But good luck.

What do you mean "emergency triangle" page? I don't have all the ETKA pages so you'll have to tell me what parts are on there...

I didn't order the dipstick with filler tube yet as I wanted to see if the other part was the correct part first.

IF neither of these parts are correct then I will talk to the service manager and ask him to order me the dipstick tool his technicians use for determining oil in our cars.

[DavidB8]

What do you mean "emergency triangle" page? I don't have all the ETKA pages so you'll have to tell me what parts are on there...

I didn't order the dipstick with filler tube yet as I wanted to see if the other part was the correct part first.

IF neither of these parts are correct then I will talk to the service manager and ask him to order me the dipstick tool his technicians use for determining oil in our cars.

Well there is a page in Etka that shows the emergency triangle and other accessory items and it looks like the trunk from a previous version of the A4.

I guess you could order the $100 tech tool instead of the dipstick that I posted.

[John4378]

David, what is the part number for the filler tube and stopper...the part you said you hope I don't order?

[DavidB8]

David, what is the part number for the filler tube and stopper...the part you said you hope I don't order?

Wish I could help you on that but I'm in the middle of no where now 5 days away from my computer with ETKA. I can check when I get home but I'm sure you'll have the answer to the mystery by then.

[VSO]

Both of these part numbers refer to a 2.0 DIESEL engine. Is this what you wanted?

Oh, and I've been using the transverse TSI dipstick in my B8 also.

The current part on order is (28): 03L 115 418 $12
The dipstick and filler tube together is (23): 03L 115 607 $51

Can anyone tell me with certainty that 03L 115 418 will NOT work?

I have the printed diagram in front of me and will post next week when I have access to a scanner again.

[DeMOROlized]

I'm not sure I understand. If we have the same 2.0t motor then wouldn't the dipstick be the same?

I mean of course if you have the 3.2 it would be different but amongst the 2.0t motor's though.

I am not sure neither, maybe its got to do with the model year. That's what the dealer asked me for when ordering one.

Just guessing here, but it could be because the sump is a different shape, leading to a different max/min calibration on the dipstick.

[John4378]

I'm not sure what to say, but when I searched ETKA for the part with the parts associate at the dealership the search filter simply asked if you had a 2.0 or 3.2 engine. It didn't ask you to specify gasoline or diesel.

I should get some more clarification here in a couple of hours. I have to go back to the dealership anyways as they sold me the wrong rear wiper for the wife's Avant.

*EDIT*: Just got back from the dealership. Apparently the ETKA diagram the parts guy pulled up wasn't for my engine code (WBT). It was for engine code CAEB (Diesel as suggested above?) and therefore a dipstick doesn't exist for our cars. So, after going full-circle, it appears if we want a dipstick for our car the best solution is to order the part listed in the OP.

My question is: What is the difference between our 2.0 TFSI oil sumps, and that of the oil sump found on 2.0 TSI engines...like the A3 / TT?

[Alkivar]

*EDIT*: Just got back from the dealership. Apparently the ETKA diagram the parts guy pulled up wasn't for my engine code (WBT). It was for engine code CAEB (Diesel as suggested above?) and therefore a dipstick doesn't exist for our cars. So, after going full-circle, it appears if we want a dipstick for our car the best solution is to order the part listed in the OP.

CAEB is the standard US 2.0TFSI 4 cyl
CALA is the standard US 3.2 FSI 6 cyl

CAGA CAGB CAHA CAHB CAGC are the codes for the 2.0 TDI

[Alkivar]

original post does look up as dipstick in etka...

but I cannot for the life of me figure out what region/model/motor it "officially" goes to.

[DeMOROlized]

original post does look up as dipstick in etka...

but I cannot for the life of me figure out what region/model/motor it "officially" goes to.

It might be for the older EA113 2.0T in A3 & B7 A4. Our engine is EA888.

[VSO]

It goes in the CCTA and CBFA GTI and A3 TSI engine. There's no point in figuring out what the differences are when there's me and David B8 using it already. The dipstick fits fine, it hasn't deteriorated or is it bent. It reads the oil level in agreement with the MMI level.

If you're looking for convenience when you do your own oil changes then get the dipstick DavidB8 posted.

[Alkivar]

It goes in the CCTA and CBFA GTI and A3 TSI engine. There's no point in figuring out what the differences are when there's me and David B8 using it already. The dipstick fits fine, it hasn't deteriorated or is it bent. It reads the oil level in agreement with the MMI level.

If you're looking for convenience when you do your own oil changes then get the dipstick DavidB8 posted.

I wasnt looking it up in order to cause issues, but as an interested 3rd party who figured it might be useful to squash some of this misinformation floating around.

this dipstick isnt applicable to my CALA 3.2 engine anyways.

[Banan]

So David, have you had any chance to double check your dipstick? Does your car burn any oil so you have noticed it on the MMI-meter and can compare it to your stick?

I'm just about to order one for my car and is curious! =)