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BVJ 4.2 FSI 350hp

Engine code BVJ is a petrol engine of 4,163 cc, rated at 350 hp. It was fitted to 3 different Audi models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with BVJ

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA6C6 (2004–2011)350 hp
AudiA6 allroadC6 (2006–2011)350 hp
AudiA8D3 (2002–2009)350 hp

Which ECU it runs

BVJ is controlled by a Bosch MED9.1 engine control unit.

What goes wrong with this engine

The faults this engine is genuinely known for — and the timing arrangement, which decides a great deal about running costs — are covered in 4.2 V8 FSI problems.

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 BVJ?

BVJ was fitted to the Audi A6 C6 (2004–2011), the Audi A6 allroad C6 (2006–2011), the Audi A8 D3 (2002–2009).

What is engine code BVJ?

BVJ is a 4.2 FSI 350hp (petrol).

Which ECU does BVJ use?

BVJ runs a Bosch MED9.1 engine control unit.