The 1.9-liter Volkswagen AXB 1.9 TDI diesel engine was produced from 2003 to 2009 and was installed on the popular Caravelle and Transporter T5 minibuses. Such a diesel engine has become quite widespread.
The EA188-1.9 series also includes: AJM, ASZ, AUY, AVB, AVF, AWX, AXB, AXC, BKC, BLS, BXE.
Specifications
| Production years | 1992-2003 |
| Displacement, cc | 1896 |
| Fuel system | unit-injectors |
| Power output, hp | 105 |
| Torque output, Nm | 250 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 79.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 18.5 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.8 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3/4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Transporter 2006) — city — highway — combined |
9.5 6.7 7.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Caravelle T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2009;
- Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H) in 2003 – 2009.
Disadvantages of the VW AXB engine
- This is not a very powerful engine, up to a hundred the minibus accelerates in almost 20 seconds;
- And with reliability, everything is not bad with him, breakdowns happen only at high mileage;
- Due to low-quality oil, hydraulic lifters and camshafts can wear out quickly;
- Fastening nozzles with one bolt loosens over time and leaks appear;
- Servicemen refer to the turbine and tandem pump as potential weak points of the engine.
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