Stamped-steel Engine Oil Pan with M14 × 1.5 Drain Plug Thread and RTV Silicone Sealant for EA211 1.4 TSI

The engine oil pan (oil sump) with OEM number 04E103600A is a direct replacement for the EA211 1.4 TSI petrol engine, which powers millions of Volkswagen Group vehicles globally. This stamped-steel oil pan serves as the reservoir for engine oil, collecting and storing lubricant after it circulates through the engine, and is bolted directly to the underside of the aluminium engine block.

The EA211 1.4L TSI is a 1,395 cc turbocharged four-cylinder engine found in a wide range of models across VW, Audi, SEAT and Škoda. Its factory-specified oil capacity ranges from approximately 4.0 to 4.6 litres depending on the vehicle variant. The oil pan is a structural component that also contributes to crankcase rigidity; a damaged or warped pan can compromise oil pressure and lead to engine damage.

The oil pan is manufactured from stamped-steel, which offers better impact resistance than cast aluminium. It features an integrated oil drain plug with M14 × 1.5 thread and a conical sealing seat, and is sealed to the engine block using a bead of RTV silicone sealant, not a conventional gasket.

The 04E103600A oil pan belongs to a family of interchange numbers that are fully compatible for the EA211 1.4 TSI engine across multiple vehicle platforms.

Aftermarket equivalents include Borsehung B10660 (replaces 04E103600A, 04E103600F, 04E103600J, 04E103602A), ESEN SKV 48SKV855 and A-Premium APOP431.

This VW / Audi oil pan 04E103600A directly replaces the factory component in the following configurations:

For parts distributors, this single SKU covers a wide range of VW Group EA211 1.4 TSI vehicles across the MQB platform, significantly reducing inventory complexity.

Although the steel oil pan is robust, it can still fail over time due to several common causes:

• Impact damage from road debris or speed bumps: The EA211's sump is positioned low at the front of the vehicle. Stamped-steel pans are more resilient than aluminium pans, but a severe impact can still dent or puncture the pan, causing a rapid oil leak.
• Stripped drain plug threads from over-tightening during oil changes: This is the most frequent cause of pan replacement on EA211 engines. The steel pan has M14 × 1.5 threads, which can be damaged if the drain plug is overtightened repeatedly over many service intervals. When the threads strip, the plug cannot be torqued correctly, resulting in a slow, persistent leak.
• Corrosion from road salt and moisture: Steel pans can rust over time, particularly in regions that use road salt in winter. Corrosion leads to pinhole leaks, which start as a small seepage and can develop into a significant leak.
• Oil pan gasket (RTV sealant) failure: The EA211 does not use a conventional gasket - the pan is sealed to the block with a bead of RTV silicone sealant. Over years of heat cycling, the RTV can harden, crack or lose adhesion, allowing oil to weep out around the pan flange. However, a leak of this type can be fixed by resealing the pan, rather than replacing it entirely.
• Warped flange: Overtightening the pan bolts (or unevenly torquing them) can warp the stamped-steel flange, creating an uneven sealing surface that no amount of fresh RTV can remedy.

If the leak is from the drain plug area, inspect the threads: if they are damaged, the oil pan must be replaced. If the leak is from the pan flange, the pan can often be resealed with fresh RTV without replacing the unit. If the pan has a visible crack or puncture, immediate replacement is required - driving with a cracked pan is possible in an emergency, but the engine will lose oil rapidly and suffer catastrophic damage.

Each batch of the VW / Audi oil pan 04E103600A undergoes the following verifications at the OE supplier level:

A certificate of conformance (COC) with batch test data is available for wholesale orders.

1. Drain the engine oil completely and remove the old oil filter.
2. Remove the under-tray and any components that obstruct access (exhaust downpipe, engine mounts, or subframe brace may need to be loosened).
3. Unbolt the original oil pan. Use a star pattern from the outside in to avoid bending the flange.
4. Gently separate the pan from the block. The pan is sealed with RTV and may require light prying. Do not use sharp tools that could gouge the aluminium block sealing surface.
5. Thoroughly clean the engine block mating surface. Remove all old RTV residue, oil and debris using a plastic scraper and brake cleaner. The block surface must be completely clean and dry before applying new sealant.
6. Clean the flange of the new oil pan with brake cleaner to remove any shipping oil.
7. Apply a continuous bead of high-temperature RTV silicone sealant to the new pan's flange or to the engine block. Typical bead diameter is 3 mm (1/8 in) on the inside of the bolt holes.
8. Install the oil pan within 10 minutes of applying the RTV. Align it carefully, as lateral movement can smear the sealant and cause leaks.
9. Install all pan bolts finger-tight initially, then torque them in the sequence specified by the VW workshop manual. The final torque for EA211 pans is typically 10-20 Nm (8-15 lb-ft) depending on bolt size.
10. Allow the sealant to cure for the time specified by the manufacturer (typically 1-4 hours) before adding engine oil.
11. Refill the engine with fresh 5W-30 or 5W-40 oil meeting VW 502 00 / 505 00 or VW 504 00 / 507 00 specifications.
12. Run the engine to operating temperature and check for any leaks. If the oil pressure warning light illuminates, stop immediately.

• Always use a new drain plug and sealing washer when installing the new pan. The recommended torque for the M14 × 1.5 drain plug is 20 ± 2 Nm (15 ± 1.5 lb-ft).
• Never reuse the old RTV or apply additional sealant over old residue. This is the most common cause of post-repair leaks.
• If the vehicle is equipped with an oil level sensor, transfer it from the old pan to the new one using a new O-ring.
• Inspect the oil pickup tube and O-ring while the pan is removed. If the O-ring is hard or cracked, replace it.
• Check the oil pan bolts before installation - many kits do not include new bolts. If the original bolts are corroded or the threads are damaged, replace them with new VW-spec bolts.

• Individual packaging: Sealed in anti-static VCI bag, foam-lined carton
• Carton dimensions: Approximately 55 × 30 × 15 cm
• Net weight: Approximately 3.0-3.5 kg; Gross weight (with packaging): Approximately 4.0-4.5 kg
• Master carton: 10 units per export carton (palletisable)
• Lead time: 3-7 working days for stock orders; 15-25 days for production orders above 200 pieces
• Minimum order quantity: 1 piece (sample order available)
• Shipping methods: FedEx, UPS, DHL for sample quantities; sea freight (LCL/FCL) from Shanghai, Ningbo or Guangzhou ports
• H/S Code: 8409.91

For workshops performing a full oil system service, the supplier also stocks matching EA211 oil drain plugs (M14 × 1.5), copper sealing washers and oil level sensor O-rings for the same engine family. Contact the sales team with your forecasted monthly volume and destination port for a tiered price list.

The VW / Audi EA211 1.4 TSI engine oil pan 04E103600A is an OE-specification stamped-steel replacement for Golf Mk7, Jetta Mk6, Tiguan, Passat B8, Taos, Beetle, A3 8V, Q2 and Q3 vehicles from 2011 through 2023. The pan uses a M14 × 1.5 drain plug thread (hex 17 mm) and is sealed with RTV silicone sealant, not a conventional gasket. It is directly interchangeable with 04E103600F, 04E103600J and 04E103602A, with aftermarket equivalents including Borsehung B10660, ESEN SKV 48SKV855 and A-Premium APOP431.

Order a sample unit today - restore your EA211 engine's oil sealing integrity with a single OE-grade part number.