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BFQ 1.6 102hp

Engine code BFQ is a petrol, rated at 102 hp. It was fitted to 3 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with BFQ

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA38L (2000–2003)102 hp
VWBora1J (1998–2005)102 hp
VWGolfMk4 / 1J (1997–2004)102 hp

Which ECU it runs

BFQ is controlled by a Siemens Simos 2 / Simos 3.3 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 BFQ?

BFQ was fitted to the Audi A3 8L (2000–2003), the VW Bora 1J (1998–2005), the VW Golf Mk4 / 1J (1997–2004).

What is engine code BFQ?

BFQ is a 1.6 102hp (petrol).

Which ECU does BFQ use?

BFQ runs a Siemens Simos 2 / Simos 3.3 engine control unit.