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AKE 2.5 TDI 180hp V6

Engine code AKE is a diesel engine of 2,496 cc, rated at 180 hp. It was fitted to 4 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with AKE

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA6C5 (2000–2004)180 hp
AudiA6 allroadC5 (2000–2005)180 hp
AudiA8D2 (2000–2002)180 hp
VWPassatB5 / 3B-3BG (1996–2005)180 hp

Which ECU it runs

AKE is controlled by a Bosch EDC15VM+ engine control unit.

Where to find your engine code

The three or four letter code is stamped on the engine block and is usually printed in the service book. It is also stored electronically, so any diagnostic tool that talks to the engine control unit will read it back without you having to find the stamping.

The code matters more than the model year. Cars of the same age and badge were built with different engines, and the timing arrangement, common faults and correct parts all follow the code rather than the year.

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Common questions

What car has engine code AKE?

AKE was fitted to the Audi A6 C5 (2000–2004), the Audi A6 allroad C5 (2000–2005), the Audi A8 D2 (2000–2002), the VW Passat B5 / 3B-3BG (1996–2005).

What is engine code AKE?

AKE is a 2.5 TDI 180hp V6 (diesel).

Which ECU does AKE use?

AKE runs a Bosch EDC15VM+ engine control unit.