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Hi, I'm new to all of this but I just purchased a 2000 Jetta TDI and I need to know where on the dipstick the oil level should be. Thanks!
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There are 2 marks at the bottom. It should be between those 2 marks.

Also read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q_how_to/a4/newowner.htm to see what other catchup maintenance and VW quirks you should check.
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dipstick clarification

So anywhere within the 1/2" 'dip' in the dipstick is fine?
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beehives2 said:
So anywhere within the 1/2" 'dip' in the dipstick is fine?
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That's right, make sure you use synthetic oil for diesel engines and it will last you a long time, it's more expensive but oil changes are 10,000 miles. There's an oil change article in the how tos here.
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And don't change oil too often, it really does nothing since diesel oil is formulated for long life!
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