VW & Audi Oil Drain Plug Gasket — Aluminum & Copper Crush Seal

Choosing between aluminum and copper for your VW or Audi drain plug gasket comes down to application: aluminum for standard engine oil sumps, copper for higher-temperature transmission and differential applications. This listing offers both materials in a direct-fit size for Volkswagen and Audi drain plugs — select the material that matches your service requirement.

Technical Specifications

Aluminum vs. Copper — Which to Choose?

• Aluminum: Standard choice for engine oil drain plugs. Crushes cleanly, widely available, cost-effective for frequent oil change intervals. Rated for standard engine oil temperatures.
• Copper: Preferred for transmission and differential drain plugs where higher operating temperatures and longer service intervals demand superior heat resistance and sealing retention. Copper anneals under heat, maintaining seal integrity over longer periods.

Compatible VW & Audi Models

• Volkswagen Golf, Passat, Polo, Tiguan, Touareg, Sharan, Caddy
• Audi A3, A4, A5, A6, A8, Q3, Q5, Q7, TT
• Seat Leon, Ibiza, Alhambra / Skoda Octavia, Fabia, Superb (VAG platform)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the correct torque for VW/Audi drain plugs with these gaskets?
A: Engine oil drain plug: 30 Nm. Transmission drain plug: 25 Nm (verify against your specific model’s workshop manual). Do not re-torque after the gasket has been compressed.

Q: Can I use a copper gasket on an engine oil drain plug?
A: Yes. Copper gaskets are compatible with engine oil drain plugs and provide excellent sealing. They are simply more expensive than aluminum for the same application.

Q: How many gaskets do I need per oil change?
A: One gasket per drain plug. Most vehicles have one engine oil drain plug. Vehicles with separate transmission and differential drain plugs require one gasket per plug.

Package Contents

• Multiple oil drain plug gaskets in selected material and quantity (see variant selector above)

The right material for the right application — aluminum for the engine, copper for the transmission.