Hi, I am planning on changing my oil this weekend, I will probably be using Valvoline Max life full synthetic 5w30. What filter would you recommend? Thanx in advance. One more thing, Is their any special tool that I will need to remove the filter or can I just take it off with my hands?

 

http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/...;productID=578

Use a strap wrench or oil filter pliers to remove it. You can get these at autozone.

 

I buy Mann filters from

www.rockauto.com

They cost just over $5.

 

wix 51333/Mann w940/25/Purolator L40316

 

Basically Mann filter(Big One) or any of the other ones listed above go big. And you cant grip with hands get the strap wrench is a huge PITA do to with out it.

 

I use the big Mann filter also. I think it's part number is MN-301. Emphasize think on that one.
Also...I switched to Mobil 1 0w40 full synthetic and my car has been running better than ever. It is even quiter, which I am loving. I thought it would get louder. Just an fyi ....

 

Go to wal-mart and buy the claw type filter wrench - best $3 I ever spent

 

The big mobile 1

 

standard filter and Mobil 1 ( full ) synthetic 0/W30-40 best for the turbo

 

Mobile 1 0w40 & OEM filter. The filter will be cheaper if you buy it at a VW dealer.