Racingline Magnetic Sump Plug for EA888.3/3B

RacingLine Magnetic Sump Plug – 1.8 / 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.3 & Gen.3B

The RacingLine Magnetic Oil Sump Drain Plug VWR180004 is a magnetic oil drain plug developed specifically for 1.8 TSI and 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.3 / Gen.3B engines in VW, Audi, Cupra / SEAT, and Skoda vehicles.

These engines use a plastic oil pan, which means a standard metal screw plug cannot be used. RacingLine solves this problem with its True-Lock system, which allows for secure quarter-turn installation and reliable locking with a polycarbonate retaining ring.

The primary function of the magnetic plug is to capture fine ferrous metallic particles circulating in the engine oil. These particles appear during normal engine operation and wear, especially under higher loads, dynamic driving, or in software-tuned vehicles.

The magnetic end of the plug attracts and holds these microscopic metal particles, preventing them from continuing to circulate through the lubrication system. During the next oil change, the accumulated particles can be easily cleaned.

The more severely the engine is loaded, the greater the benefit of such a preventative upgrade. This is a small detail that adds another level of protection to the oil system and makes sense at every oil change.

The plug is precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum, with a glossy black anodized finish and laser-etched RacingLine logo. The kit also includes two rubber O-rings, a polycarbonate locking ring, and two versions of a locking washer for earlier and later sump designs.

Key Advantages

• Magnetic oil drain plug
• Part number: VWR180004
• Developed for 1.8 TSI / 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.3 engines
• Also suitable for 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.3B engines
• Designed for engines with a plastic oil pan
• Captures fine ferrous metallic particles in the engine oil
• Helps maintain a cleaner lubrication system
• Adds an extra layer of protection against abrasive particles
• Especially useful for dynamic driving, tuned vehicles, and higher loads
• Unique True-Lock system for secure installation
• Quarter-turn installation
• Polycarbonate locking ring for reliable retention and sealing
• Large magnetic surface for collecting metal particles
• CNC machined from 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
• Glossy black anodized finish
• Laser-etched RacingLine logo
• Designed for repeated use
• Only the O-ring needs to be replaced during servicing

Why This Upgrade Matters

Engine oil not only lubricates but also carries fine contaminants and metal particles that appear during normal engine operation. Even with regular oil and filter changes, some of these ferrous particles can circulate through the system.

The RacingLine Magnetic Sump Plug captures them directly in the sump before they can continue to move through the engine. This is a simple but effective preventative upgrade, especially beneficial for cars that are driven dynamically or have increased power.

True-Lock System

Since EA888 Gen.3 and Gen.3B engines use a plastic oil pan, RacingLine developed a special True-Lock system. It allows the plug to be installed with a quarter-turn into the original sump opening, without the need for modifications.

The polycarbonate locking ring ensures that the plug remains securely fixed and properly sealed throughout the service interval.

What the Kit Includes

• Magnetic oil drain plug
• 2 rubber O-ring seals
• Polycarbonate locking ring
• 2 variants of locking washer – for earlier and later sump designs

Construction

• Material: 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
• Precision CNC machining
• Large magnetic surface
• Glossy black anodized finish
• White laser-etched RacingLine logo
• Polycarbonate retaining ring
• Compatibility with early and late plastic sump designs

Suitable For

• VW Golf 7 / 7.5 R – 2013–2020
• VW Golf 7 / 7.5 GTI & Clubsport – 2013–2020
• VW Golf 7 / 7.5 1.8 TSI – 2013–2020
• VW Passat B8 2.0 TSI – 2015+
• VW Passat B8 2.0 TSI 190 hp – 2018+
• VW Arteon 2.0 TSI – 2017–2020
• VW Arteon 2.0 TSI 190 hp – 2017+
• VW Arteon R 2.0 TSI 320 hp – 2020+
• VW T-Roc 2.0 TSI – 2017–2022
• VW T-Roc 2.0 TSI 190 hp – 2017–2022
• VW Tiguan II 2.0 TSI – 2016–2020
• VW Jetta / GLI 7 – 2018+
• Audi S3 8V – 2013–2020
• Audi A3 8V 2.0 TSI / 1.8 TSI – 2013–2020
• Audi TT 8S – 2014+
• SEAT Leon Cupra MQB
• Skoda Octavia vRS MQB
• Other VW / Audi / Cupra / SEAT / Skoda models with 1.8 TSI / 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.3 or 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.3B engine

Important

• This version is VWR180004 and is designed for EA888 Gen.3 / Gen.3B engines with a plastic oil pan.
• For 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen.4 engines, a different version is used: VWR180006.
• For 2.0 TFSI EA113, 2.0 TDI EA288, 1.4 TSI, and 1.5 TSI applications, a different version is used: VWR180000.
• Check compatibility by model, year, and engine before ordering.
• It is recommended to replace the O-ring seal at each service.