The ordeal began with a routine oil change at the dealership. A faulty drain plug installation led to an oil leak and the dreaded “add oil” light. The dealership claimed to have rectified the issue, but the light persisted. Multiple trips and conflicting explanations followed, ranging from needing more oil to a severed hood latch wire. The root cause of the persistent “add oil” light remains unclear.
Adding to the complexity, accessing the oil level information proved challenging. The typical oil level gauge on the infotainment screen was absent, and there was no physical dipstick to manually check the oil level. The only available data was the VCDS readout, specifically IDE00152. However, interpreting this data presented another hurdle. The readings fluctuated between 37.080 mm with the engine running and 32-33 mm with the engine off, offering no clear indication of whether the oil level was within the acceptable range. The lack of a “min” reference point for the oil level in VCDS further complicated the diagnosis. While the dashboard warned to add no more than one quart of oil, the absence of a reliable measurement method created uncertainty.
The situation highlights the importance of understanding what “Oil Level Min Vcds” signifies. Unfortunately, without a specified minimum value within the VCDS readout, determining if the oil level is critically low solely based on the IDE00152 reading is difficult. A proper diagnosis likely requires consulting the vehicle’s specific documentation or a qualified technician familiar with interpreting VCDS data. The fluctuating readings based on engine state also suggest that the procedure for obtaining an accurate oil level measurement via VCDS might require specific conditions, such as engine temperature or waiting time after engine shutdown.
This experience underscores the frustration of dealing with an unresolved “add oil” light and the challenges of interpreting VCDS data without clear reference points like “oil level min.” Ultimately, resolving the issue requires a thorough understanding of the VCDS system, accurate data interpretation, and potentially, further professional diagnosis.
