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CBZB 1.2 TSI 105hp

Engine code CBZB is a petrol engine of 1,197 cc, rated at 105 hp. It was fitted to 7 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with CBZB

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA18X (2010–2018)105 hp
VWCaddy2K (2004–2020)105 hp
VWGolfMk6 / 5K (2008–2013)105 hp
VWGolf Plus5M (2005–2014)105 hp
VWJettaA6 / 16 (2010–2018)105 hp
VWPolo6R / 6C (2009–2017)105 hp
VWTouran1T (2003–2015)105 hp

Which ECU it runs

CBZB is controlled by a Continental Simos 10 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 EA211 1.0 and 1.4 TSI 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 CBZB?

CBZB was fitted to the Audi A1 8X (2010–2018), the VW Caddy 2K (2004–2020), the VW Golf Mk6 / 5K (2008–2013), the VW Golf Plus 5M (2005–2014), the VW Jetta A6 / 16 (2010–2018), the VW Polo 6R / 6C (2009–2017).

What is engine code CBZB?

CBZB is a 1.2 TSI 105hp (petrol).

Which ECU does CBZB use?

CBZB runs a Continental Simos 10 engine control unit.