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CAHA 2.0 TDI 170hp

Engine code CAHA is a diesel engine of 1,968 cc, rated at 170 hp. It was fitted to 4 different Audi models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with CAHA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA4B8 (2007–2015)170 hp
AudiA5B8 (2007–2016)170 hp
AudiA6C6 (2004–2011)170 hp
AudiQ58R (2008–2017)170 hp

Which ECU it runs

CAHA is controlled by a Bosch EDC17CP20 / EDC17C46 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 2.0 TDI common rail 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 CAHA?

CAHA was fitted to the Audi A4 B8 (2007–2015), the Audi A5 B8 (2007–2016), the Audi A6 C6 (2004–2011), the Audi Q5 8R (2008–2017).

What is engine code CAHA?

CAHA is a 2.0 TDI 170hp (diesel).

Which ECU does CAHA use?

CAHA runs a Bosch EDC17CP20 / EDC17C46 engine control unit.