Engine Number

2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCTSECTION Engine Number
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  • The engine number (engine code and serial number) -arrow- is located at the front on the engine/transmission joint.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Number Location
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  • In addition, a sticker with engine codes and serial number is affixed to the toothed belt guard.
  • Engine codes beginning with C are four-digit.
  • The first 3 digits of the engine code stand for displacement and the mechanical structure of the engine. They are stamped in the cylinder block, including the serial number.
  • The fourth digit describes the engine output and torque and depends on the engine control module.
NOTE:

The 4-digit engine code is on the type plate, vehicle data label and engine control module.

Locations of the type plate and vehicle data label. Refer to 03 MAINTENANCE, DIAGNOSIS .

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