Seal up your oil filter housing and take the hassle out of routine oil changes with the Dorman - OE Solutions Engine Oil Filter Cover / Oil Filter Cap 921-171. This black plastic, thread-on cap is engineered to drop in like the original on 2.5L five-cylinder (L5-2.5L) Audi and Volkswagen models, so a cracked or stripped factory cap no longer makes servicing the filter difficult.
Made of plastic (black). Country of origin: China. Package contents: 1 oil filter cap. This part is cataloged under both names — Engine Oil Filter Cover and Oil Filter Cap.
Interchange: Manufacturer part number 921-171.
Fitment: Direct-fit replacement for the following L5-2.5L applications: 2005-2010 Volkswagen Bora, 2005-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, 2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 2006-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, 2010-2011 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio, 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, 2010-2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, 2011-2014 Audi TT RS Quattro, 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle, 2012-2018 Volkswagen Passat, 2017-2018 Audi RS Q3, 2017-2020 Audi RS3, 2018-2023 Audi TT RS Quattro, 2021-2023 Audi RS Q3, and 2022-2023 Audi RS3. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
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What does the Dorman 921-171 oil filter cover do?
It's the threaded plastic cap that closes off the oil filter housing on 2.5L five-cylinder Audi and Volkswagen models. It replaces a cracked or stripped factory cap that can make oil changes difficult.
Will this fit my vehicle?
It's a direct-fit replacement for L5-2.5L Audi and Volkswagen applications, including the VW Jetta, Beetle, Golf, Passat and Rabbit and the Audi RS3, RS Q3 and TT RS Quattro. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your model and year.
What is the cap made of?
It's made of black plastic that is specifically designed to withstand extreme underhood temperatures to help resist cracking and leaking. Country of origin: China.
Why is it listed under two names?
The part is cataloged as both an Engine Oil Filter Cover and an Oil Filter Cap — two names for the same threaded cap, so you may see it referred to either way.
Is it hard to install?
No special tools are required — it threads on in place of the original cap. Consult your vehicle's service information for the correct procedure and torque.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
