SKU: 0445110685
BOSCHEuro 5

0445110685 VW Audi 2.0/3.0 TDI Injector - 03L130855C

BOSCH · OE Code 03L130855C 03L130855CX 03L130277J 03L130277Q · Engine Bosch Common Rail (CRI2-16 solenoid, 0445110 series)

OE Reference03L130855C 03L130855CX 03L130277J 03L130277Q
BrandBOSCH
Fuel SystemBosch Common Rail (CRI2-16 solenoid, 0445110 series)
EmissionEuro 5
Warranty12 Months
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Product Overview

The BOSCH 0445110685 is a 110-series solenoid common rail injector from the CRI 2-16 family, engineered for VW / Audi 2.0L TDI (EA189) and 3.0L TDI (EA897) passenger and light-commercial applications. The 1800 bar peak rail pressure and 7-hole DLLA160P2176 nozzle (internal Bosch code 0433172026) enable stable pilot + main injection sequences. The F00VC01503 control valve meters fuel via electromagnetic solenoid actuation. OEM codes 03L130855C / 03L130855CX / 03L130277J / 03L130277Q map to this Bosch code 0 445 110 685. Aftermarket replacements require IMA coding via VCDS / ODIS - skip the coding and you will get P2146 / P2149 fault codes and rough idle.

Before You Order

Always verify the OE reference (03L130855C / 03L130277J etc.) on your existing injector body before ordering. 0445110685 shares the F00VC01503 control-valve group with sister SKUs 0445110611, 0445110646, 0445110659, 0445110673 but each carries a unique IMA calibration - NOT interchangeable without ECU re-coding.

Technical references: OEM service documentation, manufacturer catalogs, and field repair data.

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Compatible Injectors

Primary
0445110611044511064604451106590445110673
OEM Ref
03L130855C03L130855CX03L130277J03L130277Q
OE Nozzle
DLLA160P2176
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Vehicle & Engine Fitment

Vehicle Engine Years
Audi A1 2.0 TDIEA189 CFHD2011-2015
Audi A3 2.0 TDIEA189 CBDB / CFFA2009-2013
Audi A4 2.0 TDI / 2.7 TDIEA189 / EA2702009-2015
Audi A5 2.7 TDI CoupeEA270 CGK2009-2014
Audi A6 2.7 TDI AvantEA2702009-2014
Audi Q5 3.0 TDI quattroEA8972009-2015
Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDIEA897 CASA / CASB2010-2017
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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
SKU0445110685
BrandBOSCH
Product TypeCommon Rail Diesel Injector
Nozzle CodeDLLA160P2176
Engine FamilyEA189 / EA897 →
Control ValveF00VC01503
Injection SystemCommon Rail Diesel (CRI2-16)
Operating Pressure1800 bar peak
Emission StandardEuro 5
MaterialHigh-speed Steel
Net Weight540 g
Hole Count7-hole (verify at delivery)
Exchange Number0986435167
Warranty12 months
Sister SKUs0445110611 / 0445110646 / 0445110659 / 0445110673
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Installation Tips

  • CRITICAL torque-to-yield procedure (verified OE spec): Hold-down bolt = 8 N m + 180deg turn - these are stretch bolts, replace every removal (OE part WHT004739). Never re-use a stretched bolt.
  • Depressurise the fuel system and disconnect the battery before removal.
  • Clean the injector bore with a reamer; replace all copper washers and O-rings with new parts - dirt on old seals is the primary cause of new injector failure.
  • Torque the hold-down bolts to 8 N m, then rotate a further 180deg - do NOT over-torque or the bolt will snap off in the head (known failure mode on EA189).
  • After installation, prime the low-pressure fuel circuit by pumping the lift pump manually.
  • Mandatory IMA coding via OEM diagnostic tool (VCDS / ODIS / Autel MaxiSys). Replace all 4 injectors as a set and code the IMA block once - skip coding and you will get P2146 / P2149 within 50 km.
  • Confirm the 16-pin electrical connector - CRI2-16 must not be cross-mated with CRI1-14 (5-pin) or CRI3-20 (20-pin); verify the keying matches the wiring harness.
  • After coding, clear all DTCs and run a road test under load to verify cylinder balance and DPF regeneration.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes - the 0445110685 is a confirmed fitment on the Audi A4 2.0 TDI from 2009 through 2015 (EA189 platform, engine codes CBDB / CFFA / CFHD). Verify the OEM code stamped on your failed injector - if it reads 03L130855C, 03L130855CX, 03L130277J, or 03L130277Q, you have the right injector. VW / Audi part numbers from V03L130855CX are also equivalent.

Same body and same CRI 2-16 system, different IMA calibration code stamped on the label. 0445110646 is the lower-flow / earlier variant typically used on the 88-105 kW (120-143 HP) A3 / A4 2.0 TDI. 0445110685 is the higher-flow variant for 110-130 kW (150-177 HP) Q5 3.0 TDI and Touareg 3.0 TDI applications. The four sister codes 0445110611 / 0646 / 0659 / 0673 / 0685 are all in the same body family - verify the stamped Bosch code and use the exact match.

Control valve: F00VC01503 (part of the F00VC015xx series shared by the EA189 / EA897 CRI 2-16 family). Internal nozzle: DLLA160P2176 (Bosch code 0433172026), a 7-hole design with 160deg spray angle. To verify: remove the injector and check the white sticker label on the solenoid body - the F00VC01503 valve is a solenoid type (not piezo). If you see a different control valve code, the injector has been previously replaced with the wrong variant.

No - the 1.6L TDI EA111 (engine code CAYC) and the 1.4L TDI use a different Bosch 110-series injector (typically 0445110xxx in the 750-790 range) with a smaller nozzle body and a different control valve shim. The 0445110685 is sized for the 2.0L and 3.0L EA189 / EA897 platforms. Do not be misled by sellers who claim cross-fitment - the IMA calibration block is engine-platform specific.

Common symptoms: fault code P2146 (injector Group A circuit/open), P2149 (cylinder 4 open circuit), rough idle, misfire on cold start, white or black smoke, loss of power, and reduced DPF regeneration efficiency. An AudiWorld forum case documented a 2008 A4 with P2146 - resistance testing showed cylinder 4 injector at 99 ohms (should be ~2.4 ohms), confirming a failed coil requiring replacement. After coil + wiring harness replacement and VCDS recoding, the vehicle ran normally.

The OE-specified procedure for EA189 / EA897 injector hold-down bolts: (1) Clean the injector bore and M8 thread with a wire brush and compressed air. (2) Fit new copper washers on both the high-pressure and leak-off connections. (3) Install the injector and hand-tighten the two hold-down bolts. (4) Torque each bolt to 8 N m. (5) Rotate each bolt a further 180deg (torque-to-yield - these are stretch bolts and must be replaced every removal). (6) Connect the 16-pin electrical connector and run the lift pump to prime. (7) Code via VCDS or ODIS. The 8 N m + 180deg procedure is confirmed by OE supplier Darkside Developments (WHT004739 bolts) and is the standard for all 2.0 / 3.0 TDI CR engines in this family.

Yes - VW / Audi EA189 and EA897 ECUs require cylinder-specific IMA coding via VCDS (Ross-Tech), ODIS (dealer tool), or a compatible aftermarket tool such as Autel MaxiSys. Skip the coding and you will get fault codes P2146 (cylinder 1 injector short to ground), P2149 (cylinder 4 injector open circuit), rough idle, and a drop in DPF regeneration efficiency. Replace all 4 injectors as a set and code the IMA block once.

Standard 12-month warranty from FuelPartsDB. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and premature coil failure. It does NOT cover damage caused by incorrect installation (over-torqued bolts, cross-threaded connections), improper coding (unmatched IMA values causing coil overheating), or use on incompatible engine platforms (EA111 / EA189 mismatch). Always verify the engine code and OE part number before ordering.

The most common mistake is ordering 0445110685 for a 1.6L TDI (EA111 / CAYC engine) or confusing it with a 0445110xxx 750-range injector that IS correct for the 1.6L. Another frequent error is substituting 0445110646 (lower-flow, for 88-105 kW) when the vehicle actually requires 0445110685 (higher-flow, for 110-130 kW). Always verify by checking the failed injector's stamped OE code (03L130855C / 03L130277J / 03L130277Q) - not just the engine model. The 0445110685 is also sometimes confused with the CRI1 0445110xxx 9xx-series used on pre-2008 PD engines - those have a different connector pin-out and are NOT interchangeable.

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