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CTPA 5.2 FSI 550hp

Engine code CTPA is a petrol, rated at 550 hp.

Cars fitted with CTPA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiR842 (2006–2015)550 hp

Which ECU it runs

CTPA is controlled by a Bosch MED9.1 (twin, master + slave bank ECUs) 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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Common questions

What car has engine code CTPA?

CTPA was fitted to the Audi R8 42 (2006–2015).

What is engine code CTPA?

CTPA is a 5.2 FSI 550hp (petrol).

Which ECU does CTPA use?

CTPA runs a Bosch MED9.1 (twin, master + slave bank ECUs) engine control unit.