How To Find Your Audi Engine Code

When shopping for replacement parts, especially timing belt components many newer Audi owners often become confused. What is my engine code and how can I find out? BLAU™fergnugen would like to help. Below you will find some suggestions and a few pictures that may help you confirm your engine code.

Your VIN (vehicle identification number) is one way to find the engine code. Some customers have contacted their dealer with their VIN and requested what engine code corresponds with their vehicle. Only an authorized Audi dealer can access the bill of material info, which reveals what engine was used in your car and the subsequent engine code. BLAU™fergnugen is an independent Audi parts specialist and doesn't have access to this bill of material info. We therefore cannot tell you what your engine is.

How To Find Your 1.8 Turbo Audi Engine Code

We've listed just a few model years that may have more than one possible engine code.

Audi 4 Cylinder Turbo Engine Codes

Audi A4 2000

AEB, ATW, AWM

1.8 Liter Models: You'll need to remove the decorative engine cover. The engine code is found on the drivers side front on the engine block.

Audi Engine Code - Audi Engine Code - 1.8L EngineAudi A4 1.8L AWM Engine

You may also find the engine code on a sticker attached to the cylinder head. However, over time the numbers become very hard to read.

How To Find Your V8 Audi Engine Code

We've listed just a few model years that may have more than one possible engine code.

Audi V8 Cylinder Turbo Engine Codes

32 Valve Audi A8 1999

AEW, ABZ

40 Valve Audi A8 1999

ABZ, AUX

Audi A8 2000

AUX, AKB

Audi A8 2001

AUX, AKB

Audi A6 2000

ART, AWN

32 Valve Models: You may need to remove the center and drivers side decorative engine covers. The engine code is found on the drivers side of the cylinder block directly above the power steering pump. No picture currently.

40 Valve Models: You'll need to remove the decorative engine cover. The engine code is found on the passenger side of the cylinder block underneath the intake manifold vacuum valve. As pictured below.

Audi V8 4.2L EngineAudi V8 4.2L AWN

You may also find the engine code on a sticker attached to belt cover. However, over time the numbers become very hard to read.