Volkswagen New Beetle
1999 - 2007
Oil change
Time
25 minutes
Difficulty
The sump plug located on the base of the engine; it is accessed underneath the car
You will need to remove the undertray to access the sump
Undo the fixings - use a Torx-25 socket. Carefully remove the undertray
Here's the sump plug
Don't forget to place a suitably sized receiving tray beneath
Using a 19mm spanner or socket, carefully remove the sump plug and fully drain the oil.
When the sump has emptied, wipe clean the sump plug area with a paper towel and refit a new sump plug and washer
Do not over tighten - replace the undertray
