Vaico V10-3291 Engine Oil Drain Plug

OE-Style Engine Oil Drain Plug

The Vaico V10-3291 engine oil drain plug is a plastic, OE-quality service part made in Germany for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It features an M14 x 1.5 thread, a 23.2 mm height, and a 24.5 mm length, with a seal included for a proper drain-pan closure during oil service.

VAICO’s Q+ Quality Level identifies parts manufactured in Germany to OEM-quality standards in line with vehicle manufacturer certifications. This makes the V10-3291 a practical choice for routine maintenance on Audi A3, A4, A6, Q7, S3, TT Quattro, and Volkswagen Golf-family models that use this drain plug specification.

Key Features

• Part number V10-3291 for direct catalog lookup
• M14 x 1.5 outer thread and 1.5 mm thread pitch
• Plastic construction for OE-style service replacement
• Includes seal for the drain plug interface
• Made in Germany under VAICO Q+ Quality Level
• Compact dimensions: 23.2 mm height, 24.5 mm length, 23.2 mm width

Detailed Description

Use the Vaico V10-3291 when servicing engines that call for an M14 x 1.5 plastic oil drain plug with seal. The design matches the needs of modern Audi and Volkswagen oil pan service, including applications such as 2015-2017 Audi A3, 2017 Audi A4, 2017 Audi A6, 2017 Audi Q7, 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf, and related models listed in the fitment data. If you are searching for an Audi A3 oil drain plug, Volkswagen Golf drain plug, or a V10-3291 replacement drain plug, this part aligns with those service requirements.

This part cross-references Febi-Bilstein 47197 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Damaged or worn drain plug threads during oil changes
• Oil seepage at the drain plug sealing surface
• Incorrect thread size when replacing a missing plug
• Service issues on Audi and Volkswagen engines using M14 x 1.5
• Repeat leaks caused by an aged drain plug seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the thread size, pitch, and sealing style before installation. Clean the drain pan threads and sealing surface, then install the plug by hand first to avoid cross-threading. Replace the plug only on applications that specify this plastic M14 x 1.5 design, and verify fitment against the vehicle’s engine code when available. For body fitment, this part fits 2015-2017 Audi A3, 2015-2017 Audi S3, 2017 Audi A4, 2017 Audi A4 allroad, 2017 Audi A4 Quattro, 2016-2017 Audi A6 Quattro, 2017 Audi A6, 2017 Audi Q7, 2016-2017 Audi TT Quattro, 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf, 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf R, 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2015-2017 Volkswagen GTI.

Quality Assurance

VAICO’s Q+ Quality Level indicates German-made parts produced to OEM-quality standards and aligned with vehicle manufacturer certifications. The V10-3291 is built to meet the service expectations of Audi and Volkswagen maintenance applications where the specified drain plug design is required.