Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) Diesel Injector
Cross-Reference & Technical Specs
Authoritative technical specifications, verified Bosch part numbers, control valve stamping codes, nozzle spray orifices, and hold-down tightening torque for the Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI diesel engine family.
All Verified Part Numbers for Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC)
The following 6 common-rail injector assemblies are calibrated for this engine family. Click any SKU to view individual test bench flow curves, sister cross-references, and vehicle applications.
F00VC01502Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160F00VC01502Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160F00VC01502Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160F00VC01502Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160Integrated Piezo Actuator (CRI3)Nozzle Code: F00VX40029F00VC01022Nozzle Code: DLLA154P1795| Part Number (SKU) | Primary OE Reference | Control Valve | Nozzle Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03L130855C, 03L130855CX, 03L130277J | F00VC01502 | DLLA162P2160 | |
| 03L130277J, 03L130277Q, 03L130855CX | F00VC01502 | DLLA162P2160 | |
| 03L130277A, 03L130277C | F00VC01502 | DLLA162P2160 | |
| 03L130277J, 03L130277Q | F00VC01502 | DLLA162P2160 | |
| 03L130277, 03L130855X | Integrated Piezo Actuator (CRI3) | F00VX40029 | |
| 03L130277 | F00VC01022 | DLLA154P1795 |
Verified Vehicle Compatibility
| Make / Manufacturer | Vehicle Model & Platform | Engine Specification | Model Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | A1 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2011-2015 |
| Audi | A3 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2013 |
| Audi | A4 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2015 |
| Audi | A5 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2017 |
| Audi | A6 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2018 |
| Audi | Q5 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2017 |
| Volkswagen | Golf Mk6 / Jetta / Passat / Tiguan 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2018 |
| Volkswagen | Golf 6 / Passat B7 / Tiguan / Touran 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2015 |
| Audi | A3 (8P) / Q3 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2015 |
| Skoda | Octavia II / Superb II / Yeti 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2015 |
| Seat | Leon II / Altea / Alhambra 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2015 |
| Volkswagen | Transporter T5.1 / T6 / Caravelle / Multivan 2.0 BiTDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2016 |
| Volkswagen | Amarok 2.0 BiTDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2010-2016 |
| Volkswagen | Crafter 2.0 BiTDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2011-2016 |
| Volkswagen | Golf VI / Jetta IV / Passat B7 / Tiguan 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2009-2015 |
| Volkswagen | Amarok / Caddy III / Touran / Sharan 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2010-2016 |
| Audi | A1 (8X) / A3 (8P) / A4 (B8) / Q3 (8U) 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2010-2015 |
| Seat | Leon (1P) / Altea / Alhambra II 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2010-2015 |
| Audi | A3 2.0 TDI (8P) | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2012 |
| Audi | A4 2.0 TDI (B8) | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2007-2015 |
| Audi | Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (8R) | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2012 |
| Volkswagen | Golf VI 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2013 |
| Volkswagen | Passat B6 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2010 |
| Volkswagen | Tiguan 2.0 TDI (5N) | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2012 |
| Seat | Exeo 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2013 |
| Skoda | Octavia II 2.0 TDI RS (1Z) | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2013 |
| Audi | A3 / A4 / A5 / A6 / Q5 / TT 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2007-2015 |
| Volkswagen | Golf VI / Passat B6-B7 / Tiguan / Scirocco / Jetta 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2014 |
| Seat | Leon / Altea / Altea XL / Exeo 2.0 TDI | Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) | 2008-2013 |
Installation, Tightening Torque & Re-torque Protocol
Strict torque compliance is mandatory on Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) common-rail cylinder heads. Over-torquing stretches the injector body or strips the head clamping threads, while under-torquing allows combustion blow-by past the copper sealing washer:
- Hold-down clamp bolt: 8 N·m + 180° (cold state). Always clean the cylinder head recess with an injector seat reamer.
- High-pressure rail flare nut: 25-30 N·m using a dedicated 17 mm line wrench.
- Return leak-off banjo bolt: 9-12 N·m with fresh copper washers on both sides of the banjo union.
After fitting replacement injectors on Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC), generate or program the cylinder-specific IMA calibration code into the engine ECU using an OEM-level scan tool (Bosch KTS, Renault CLIP, or VAG-COM) to prevent cylinder power imbalance and rough idle.
Technical Diagnostics FAQ for Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC)
What DTC fault codes indicate a failing injector on Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC)?
The most frequent fault codes are P0201 through P0204 (Injector Circuit Malfunction on Cylinders 1-4), P2146/P2149 (Injector Group Supply Voltage Error), and P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Low due to excessive internal leak-off). Measure solenoid coil resistance across the pins (0.5-1.5 Ω) and perform a graduated-bottle dynamic leak-back test to pinpoint the leaking cylinder.
Can sister SKUs within the Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) family be interchanged?
Not unless explicitly confirmed on the vehicle build plate. While sister SKUs share the same physical outer envelope and F00VC01502 control valve, they differ in nozzle spray orifice angle and factory IMA flow calibration. Mixing sister SKUs on the same engine block can trigger rough idle, elevated exhaust gas temperatures (EGT), and MOT emissions failure.
Which specific Bosch injectors fit the Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) engine?
The verified genuine Bosch common-rail injectors engineered for the Volkswagen EA189 2.0 TDI (CFCA / CFFB / CFHC) engine family are:
- Bosch 0445110685 Common Rail Injector → (OE: 03L130855C, 03L130855CX, 03L130277J, 03L130277Q) — Control Valve: F00VC01502, Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160
- Bosch 0445110369 Common Rail Injector → (OE: 03L130277J, 03L130277Q, 03L130855CX, 03L130277AC, 03L130277BC) — Control Valve: F00VC01502, Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160
- Bosch 0445110429 Common Rail Injector → (OE: 03L130277A, 03L130277C) — Control Valve: F00VC01502, Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160
- Bosch 0445110368 Common Rail Injector → (OE: 03L130277J, 03L130277Q) — Control Valve: F00VC01502, Nozzle Code: DLLA162P2160
- Bosch 0445116030 Common Rail Injector → (OE: 03L130277, 03L130855X) — Control Valve: Integrated Piezo Actuator (CRI3), Nozzle Code: F00VX40029
- Bosch 0445116029 Common Rail Injector → (OE: 03L130277) — Control Valve: F00VC01022, Nozzle Code: DLLA154P1795