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CJSA 1.8 TFSI 180hp

Engine code CJSA is a petrol engine of 1,798 cc, rated at 180 hp. It was fitted to 4 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with CJSA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA38V (2012–2020)180 hp
AudiTT8S (2014–2024)180 hp
VWPassatB8 / 3G (2014–2023)180 hp
VWTouran5T (2015–2024)180 hp

Which ECU it runs

CJSA is controlled by a Continental Simos 12.1 / Simos 18.1 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 EA888 1.8 and 2.0 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 CJSA?

CJSA was fitted to the Audi A3 8V (2012–2020), the Audi TT 8S (2014–2024), the VW Passat B8 / 3G (2014–2023), the VW Touran 5T (2015–2024).

What is engine code CJSA?

CJSA is a 1.8 TFSI 180hp (petrol).

Which ECU does CJSA use?

CJSA runs a Continental Simos 12.1 / Simos 18.1 engine control unit.