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BXE 1.9 TDI 105hp

Engine code BXE is a diesel, rated at 105 hp. It was fitted to 6 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with BXE

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA38P (2003–2012)105 hp
VWGolfMk5 / 1K (2003–2009)105 hp
VWGolf Plus5M (2005–2014)105 hp
VWJettaA5 / 1K (2005–2010)105 hp
VWPassatB6 / 3C (2005–2010)105 hp
VWTouran1T (2003–2015)105 hp

Which ECU it runs

BXE is controlled by a Bosch EDC16U34 / EDC16U1 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 1.9 TDI PD 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 BXE?

BXE was fitted to the Audi A3 8P (2003–2012), the VW Golf Mk5 / 1K (2003–2009), the VW Golf Plus 5M (2005–2014), the VW Jetta A5 / 1K (2005–2010), the VW Passat B6 / 3C (2005–2010), the VW Touran 1T (2003–2015).

What is engine code BXE?

BXE is a 1.9 TDI 105hp (diesel).

Which ECU does BXE use?

BXE runs a Bosch EDC16U34 / EDC16U1 engine control unit.