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CBAB 2.0 TDI 140hp

Engine code CBAB is a diesel engine of 1,968 cc, rated at 140 hp. It was fitted to 8 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with CBAB

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA38P (2003–2012)140 hp
VWCC358 (2008–2017)140 hp
VWEos1F (2006–2015)140 hp
VWGolfMk6 / 5K (2008–2013)140 hp
VWPassatB6 / 3C (2005–2010)140 hp
VWPassatB7 / 3C (2010–2014)140 hp
VWSciroccoMk3 / 13 (2008–2017)140 hp
VWTiguan5N (2007–2016)140 hp

Which ECU it runs

CBAB is controlled by a Bosch 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 CBAB?

CBAB was fitted to the Audi A3 8P (2003–2012), the VW CC 358 (2008–2017), the VW Eos 1F (2006–2015), the VW Golf Mk6 / 5K (2008–2013), the VW Passat B6 / 3C (2005–2010), the VW Passat B7 / 3C (2010–2014).

What is engine code CBAB?

CBAB is a 2.0 TDI 140hp (diesel).

Which ECU does CBAB use?

CBAB runs a Bosch EDC17C46 engine control unit.