CAYC 1.6 TDI 105hp
Engine code CAYC is a diesel, rated at 105 hp. It was fitted to 9 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.
Cars fitted with CAYC
| Make | Model | Generation | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | A1 | 8X (2010–2018) | 105 hp |
| Audi | A3 | 8P (2003–2012) | 105 hp |
| VW | Beetle | 5C (2011–2019) | 105 hp |
| VW | Golf | Mk6 / 5K (2008–2013) | 105 hp |
| VW | Golf Plus | 5M (2005–2014) | 105 hp |
| VW | Jetta | A6 / 16 (2010–2018) | 105 hp |
| VW | Passat | B7 / 3C (2010–2014) | 105 hp |
| VW | Polo | 6R / 6C (2009–2017) | 105 hp |
| VW | Touran | 1T (2003–2015) | 105 hp |
Which ECU it runs
CAYC is controlled by a Continental PCR 2.1 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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What car has engine code CAYC?
CAYC was fitted to the Audi A1 8X (2010–2018), the Audi A3 8P (2003–2012), the VW Beetle 5C (2011–2019), the VW Golf Mk6 / 5K (2008–2013), the VW Golf Plus 5M (2005–2014), the VW Jetta A6 / 16 (2010–2018).
What is engine code CAYC?
CAYC is a 1.6 TDI 105hp (diesel).
Which ECU does CAYC use?
CAYC runs a Continental PCR 2.1 engine control unit.