New Audi A6 Turbo – Ref. 53039880189
- 100% secure online payment
- Delivery to your garage or home, anywhere in Europe
- 12-month parts warranty
- Reconditioned and checked turbo
- Part
- Turbo
- Part type
- New turbo
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A6
- Engine
- 2.0 TDI 170
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Reference
- 53039880189, 53039881138
- Warranty
- 12 months
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Why does the turbo on your Audi A6 2.0 TDI 170 fail?
On the Audi A6 fitted with the 2.0 TDI 170 engine (engine code CAHA), the turbocharger is put under considerable strain during long motorway runs and periods of heavy load, typical of how this executive saloon is used. The most common causes of failure on this engine are linked to inadequate lubrication of the central cartridge: using the wrong grade of engine oil, missing oil changes, or a clogged oil filter all accelerate wear on the bearings and rotor. A blocked air filter or a fouled intercooler also disrupts the air intake and promotes turbo overheating. Finally, driving with sudden, aggressive acceleration followed by immediately switching off the engine — without allowing a cooling-down period — causes lasting damage to the turbocharger bearings.
Compatibility of the new turbo for the Audi A6
This new turbo is compatible with reference 53039880189, intended for Audi A6 models fitted with the 2.0 TDI 170 diesel engine, engine code CAHA. Before placing an order, we recommend checking the reference number on your old turbo, as the same commercial designation can cover several technical variants depending on the year and market.
Equivalent references
- 53039880189
- 53039881138
Exchange and warranty for this Audi A6 turbo
This new turbo is sold on an exchange basis: in accordance with our Terms and Conditions, return of your old turbo is required. It is only collected after the new turbo has been delivered and fitted to your Audi A6, so your vehicle is not left off the road during the process. This part carries a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over up to 10 instalments.
Fitting advice for the Audi A6 2.0 TDI turbo
Before fitting this new turbo to your Audi A6, check the condition of the oil circuit: the oil feed and return hoses, and ensure there are no blockages or carbon deposits in the pipes. Also check the air intake and the condition of the intercooler to rule out any risk of premature failure. When starting up, prime the turbocharger with oil before the first engine start to ensure the bearings are immediately lubricated from the very first revolutions.
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Why does the turbo on your Audi A6 2.0 TDI 170 fail?
On the Audi A6 fitted with the 2.0 TDI 170 engine (engine code CAHA), the turbocharger is put under considerable strain during long motorway runs and periods of heavy load, typical of how this executive saloon is used. The most common causes of failure on this engine are linked to inadequate lubrication of the central cartridge: using the wrong grade of engine oil, missing oil changes, or a clogged oil filter all accelerate wear on the bearings and rotor. A blocked air filter or a fouled intercooler also disrupts the air intake and promotes turbo overheating. Finally, driving with sudden, aggressive acceleration followed by immediately switching off the engine — without allowing a cooling-down period — causes lasting damage to the turbocharger bearings.
Compatibility of the new turbo for the Audi A6
This new turbo is compatible with reference 53039880189, intended for Audi A6 models fitted with the 2.0 TDI 170 diesel engine, engine code CAHA. Before placing an order, we recommend checking the reference number on your old turbo, as the same commercial designation can cover several technical variants depending on the year and market.
Equivalent references
- 53039880189
- 53039881138
Exchange and warranty for this Audi A6 turbo
This new turbo is sold on an exchange basis: in accordance with our Terms and Conditions, return of your old turbo is required. It is only collected after the new turbo has been delivered and fitted to your Audi A6, so your vehicle is not left off the road during the process. This part carries a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over up to 10 instalments.
Fitting advice for the Audi A6 2.0 TDI turbo
Before fitting this new turbo to your Audi A6, check the condition of the oil circuit: the oil feed and return hoses, and ensure there are no blockages or carbon deposits in the pipes. Also check the air intake and the condition of the intercooler to rule out any risk of premature failure. When starting up, prime the turbocharger with oil before the first engine start to ensure the bearings are immediately lubricated from the very first revolutions.
This same turbo also fits
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