2022 Audi Q5 2.0T TFSI Oil Change — DIY Guide
2022 Audi Q5 2.0T TFSI Oil Change — DIY Guide
Audi dealers charge $180–$260 to service the Q5 2.0T; the DIY cost is around $55. The 2022 Audi Q5's EA888 Gen 3 engine is the same platform as the VW Golf GTI and Jetta GLI — it's a well-understood engine with a clean cartridge filter design and a straightforward oil change routine once you get past the undertray.
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| Item | OEM / Spec | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | Audi 06L-115-562 | Cartridge kit, top of engine |
| Drain plug washer | Audi N-013-252-6 | Aluminum crush washer |
| Motor oil | 0W-20 full synthetic | VW 508.00 or 504.00 spec |
| Capacity | 4.9 qt (4.6 L) with filter | EA888 Gen 3B 2.0T TFSI |
| Drain plug torque | 22 lb-ft (30 Nm) | 19mm hex |
Additional tools: 19mm socket, 27mm filter housing wrench, drain pan, funnel, T25/T30 Torx bits (undertray), torque wrench.
Oil note: Identical specification to the VW Jetta 1.4T — VW/Audi 508.00 or 504.00 spec is required. Castrol Edge Professional LongLife IV 0W-20, Pennzoil Platinum Euro 0W-20, Liqui-Moly 0W-20 508.00, and Motul 8100 Eco-Lite 0W-20 all meet the specification. Generic API SP/ILSAC oils do not.
Filter note: The 06L-115-562 cartridge kit is shared across the EA888 Gen 3 family: Q5, Q3, A4 2.0T, Tiguan 2.0T, Golf GTI, Jetta GLI.
DIY vs. Shop Cost
| Item | DIY Cost | Shop Cost |
|---|---|---|
| VW 508.00 0W-20 synthetic (5 qt) | $32–$46 | — |
| Audi 06L-115-562 filter kit | $10–$16 | — |
| Drain plug washer N-013-252-6 | $1–$2 | — |
| Total parts | ~$43–$64 | — |
| Labor | $0 | $120–$180 |
| Total | ~$43–$64 | $180–$260 |
Step-by-Step Oil Change
1. Warm the Engine
Run the Q5 for 5–7 minutes. Park level.
2. Access the Undertray
Remove the T25 Torx bolts along the front fascia (typically 6–8 bolts) and front edge clips to lower the main access panel.
3. Remove the Filter Housing Cap First
Use your 27mm socket to remove the filter housing cap counterclockwise. Pull the old 06L-115-562 element out with the cap. Tip the assembly into your drain pan.
4. Install the New Filter Element
The new element slides onto the cap's center post. Replace the housing O-ring. Reinstall the cap and torque to 18 lb-ft (25 Nm).
5. Drain the Oil
Slide your drain pan under the 19mm drain plug at the rear of the oil pan. Loosen counterclockwise and remove. The Q5 EA888's 4.9-quart capacity drains fully in 8 minutes. Remove and discard the aluminum N-013-252-6 crush washer.
6. Reinstall the Drain Plug
Install the new aluminum washer. Thread the plug in by hand. Torque to 22 lb-ft (30 Nm).
7. Add Oil
Remove the oil filler cap on the front-center of the engine (blue cap). Add 4.5 quarts of 508.00-spec 0W-20. Start the engine — oil pressure indicator clears within 5 seconds. Idle 90 seconds, shut off, wait 5 minutes. Check the digital oil level (MMI → Car Functions → Service → Oil Level) and top up. Final capacity with filter is 4.9 quarts.
8. Inspect for Leaks
Idle 2–3 minutes. Check the filter housing cap and drain plug before reinstalling the undertray panel.
9. Reinstall the Undertray
Reinstall the undertray access panel and all Torx bolts — snug only on plastic clips.
10. Reset the Service Interval Display (SID)
Car → Service & Checks → Oil Change Interval → Reset in the MMI menu.
EA888 Long-Term Ownership Notes
The two most common EA888 failure modes are:
- Carbon buildup on intake valves — direct injection engines don't wash valves with fuel. Expect walnut blasting at 60,000–80,000 miles.
- Timing chain tensioner noise — more common on Gen 3A (pre-2017). The Gen 3B in the 2022 Q5 has an improved tensioner, but monitor warm-up rattles on cold starts.
For related European car oil change guides, see the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T oil change guide and the 2021 BMW 3 Series 330i B58 oil change guide.
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