EA189 (2.0L TDI) 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 EA189 (2.0L TDI) diesel engine family.
All Verified Part Numbers for EA189 (2.0L TDI)
The following 1 common-rail injector assembly is calibrated for this engine family. Click the SKU to view individual test bench flow curves, sister cross-references, and vehicle applications.
| Part Number (SKU) | Primary OE Reference | Control Valve | Nozzle Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0445110685 → | 03L130855C 03L130855CX 03L130277J | F00VC01503 | DLLA160P2176 |
Verified Vehicle Compatibility
| Make / Manufacturer | Vehicle Model & Platform | Engine Specification | Model Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | A1 2.0 TDI | EA189 CFHD | 2011-2015 |
| Audi | A3 2.0 TDI | EA189 CBAA / CFFA / CBAB / CFFB / CBBB / CFGB | 2009-2013 |
| Audi | A4 2.0 TDI | EA189 CAGA / CAHA / CAGB / CAHB / CGLD | 2008-2015 |
| Audi | A5 2.0 TDI | EA189 CAHA / CAGA / CJCA | 2008-2017 |
| Audi | A6 2.0 TDI | EA189 CAHA / CAGB | 2008-2018 |
| Audi | Q5 2.0 TDI | EA189 CAHA / CAGA / CGLB / CMGA | 2008-2017 |
Installation, Tightening Torque & Re-torque Protocol
Strict torque compliance is mandatory on EA189 (2.0L TDI) 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 (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 EA189 (2.0L TDI), 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 EA189 (2.0L TDI)
What DTC fault codes indicate a failing injector on EA189 (2.0L TDI)?
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 EA189 (2.0L TDI) family be interchanged?
Not unless explicitly confirmed on the vehicle build plate. While sister SKUs share the same physical outer envelope and F00VC01503 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.