VW Engine Code and Where to Find Example

When shopping for replacement parts, especially timing belt components many newer VW owners often become confused. What is my engine code and how can I find out? Blauparts would like to help. Below you will find some suggestions and a few pictures that may help you confirm your engine code. See our How To Decipher and Decode Your VW VIN page for help on how to find and understand your VW VIN (vehicle identification number).

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 VW dealer can access the bill of material info, which reveals what engine was used in your car and the subsequent engine code. Blauparts is an independent VW 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 VW Engine Code

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

VW 4 Cylinder Turbo Engine Codes

Passat 2000

AEB, AUG, ATW, ATB

Passat 2001

ATW, AWM

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

Audi Engine Code - Audi Engine Code - 1.8L Engine AWM

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 TDI VW Engine Code

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

VW 4 Cylinder 8 Valve Engine Codes

Beetle 2004

ALH, BEW

Golf 2004

ALH, BEW

Jetta 2004

ALH, BEW

2005

BRM, BEW

2006, 2007

BRM

1.9 Liter TDI Models: You'll find the engine code on a sticker attached to the timing belt cover. However, over time the numbers become very hard to read so we recommend recording your engine code and saving it somewhere safe for future reference.

VW Engine Code - VW Engine Code - 1.9 TDI Engine BEW