Hey, I checked out the oil and filter posts and went on-line and ordered a package of 5 Mann oil filters the larger ones.

I looked at another site and they had a disclaimer that the larger capacity were only to be used on specific cars. It mentioned a TSB. Looked for the TSB and couldn't find it.

Does anyone know the TSB info, or if the larger capacity filters will work on a 2001, 1.8 engine?

Thanks

 

Sludging is most common with the B5 so 96-01's should have the larger filter for sure. I have heard of a few B6 sludge problems so Im sure it wouldnt hurt to use it on a B6 too, if it fits7

 

if you run synthetic you should have any sluge problems at all

 

Here is the TSB w/part # that refers to the larger filter:

Using synthetic oil is the main thing that will reduce sludging, and the larger filter allows for better circulation which also helps to reduce sludge from forming.

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Thanks for the info!

 

The bigger filter was used on all 1.8 a4's. The tt still uses the smaller filter. See my other post on the sludging issue.https://www.audiforums.com/m_352035/tm.htm