ECU5 / Engine InformationU.S. & CANADA · 2009–2014 MODEL YEARS
Volkswagen EA189
2.0 TDI
Strong mid-range pull made this common-rail diesel a TDI favourite. Here are its key specifications, North American applications and maintenance essentials.
1,968 ccDisplacement
140 hpAdvertised output
320 Nm236 lb-ft
16.5:1Compression
Specifications
Architecture
- Family / engine codes
- EA189 · CBEA / CJAA / CKRA
- Engine type
- Four-stroke turbocharged diesel
- Layout / mounting
- Inline four · transverse
- Displacement
- 1,968 cc / 2.0 L
- Bore × stroke
- 81.0 × 95.5 mm
- Compression ratio
- 16.5:1
Construction
- Cylinder block
- Cast iron
- Cylinder head
- Aluminum alloy
- Crankshaft
- Forged steel · five main bearings
- Valvetrain
- DOHC · 16 valves
- Valves per cylinder
- Two intake · two exhaust
- Valve clearance
- Hydraulic adjustment
Power & fuel
- North American output
- 140 hp advertised
- Peak torque
- 236 lb-ft / 320 Nm
- Firing order
- 1–3–4–2
- Injection
- Electronic common-rail direct injection
- Turbocharger
- Single · variable turbine geometry
- Fuel specification
- ULSD meeting ASTM D975
Timing & thermal systems
- Camshaft drive
- Toothed timing belt
- Camshaft connection
- Gears linking both camshafts
- Other timing-belt loads
- High-pressure fuel pump · coolant pump
- Engine cooling
- Liquid cooled
- Charge-air cooling
- Intercooled
- Engine-oil approval
- VW 507 00
Engine codes & controllers
| Specification | CBEA | CJAA | CKRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosch ECU | EDC17 | EDC17 | EDC17 |
| Injectors | Piezo | Piezo | Solenoid |
| NOx treatment | NOx storage | NOx storage | SCR |
| DEF / AdBlue | No | No | Yes |
| Swirl flaps | Yes | Yes | No |
| Balance shafts | Yes | No | Yes |
| Oil with filter* | 4.0 L (4.2 US qt) | 4.3 L (4.5 US qt) | 4.3 L (4.5 US qt) |
All three use EGR, an oxidation catalyst and a DPF. Match the ECU’s full part number and hardware/software IDs before replacement.
*Approximate oil quantities: CBEA—2013 Audi A3; CJAA—2014 Golf; CKRA—2014 Passat. Confirm the filling procedure and final level.
Vehicles by engine code
| Engine code | Vehicle | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| CBEA | VW Jetta sedan & wagon¹ | 2009 |
| Audi A3 five-door | 2010–2013 | |
| CJAA | VW Jetta sedan | 2010–2014 |
| Jetta SportWagen / Golf Wagon¹ | 2010–2014 | |
| VW Golf hatchback | U.S. 2010–2014Canada 2010–2013 | |
| VW Beetle coupe | 2013–2014 | |
| VW Beetle Convertible | 2013–2014 · U.S. | |
| CKRA | VW Passat NMS | 2012–2014 |
U.S. and Canada unless noted. ¹ U.S.: Jetta SportWagen. Canada: Jetta Wagon (2009), Golf Wagon (2010–2014).
Common issues & maintenance
- Correct oil. Use VW 507 00-approved oil; viscosity alone is insufficient.
- Oil-change timing. Follow mileage and time limits. Frequent short trips, dust, stop-and-go driving and prolonged freezing conditions can require earlier changes. Assess heavy-load use with your workshop.
- Injector hold-downs. Follow the engine-specific installation procedure. Replace the CKRA’s single-use injector clamp bolt whenever removed.
- Turbo care. Poor lubrication, restricted airflow, hard acceleration while cold and hot shutdowns can damage a turbo. Warm up gently and allow cooling after sustained heavy loads.
- Intake / EGR deposits. Deposits can restrict flow or disrupt EGR operation. Inspect and clean or replace affected parts as needed; some restrictions also require DPF diagnosis.
- Sticking swirl flaps. CBEA/CJAA only: check for deposits, worn linkages and actuator faults. Cleaning cannot repair worn hardware.
- General servicing. Keep oil, filters and timing-belt servicing current. Investigate leaks, warning lights and performance changes promptly.
Inspect first; clean as needed. Base intake and EGR cleaning on component condition and vehicle use, following the correct procedure for each part.
References & image credit
| Topic | Sources |
|---|---|
| 1 · Design & specifications | Volkswagen 2.0 TDI SSP 826803 2014 Passat technical specifications CJAA factory specifications |
| 2 · Engine-code differences & ECUs | Volkswagen Passat SSP 890113 CKRA factory specifications |
| 3 · Vehicles & model years | Volkswagen CBEA/CJAA application bulletin Passat application bulletin Volkswagen Canada TDI documentation Audi A3 documentation |
| 4 · Oil quantities & approval | 2013 Audi A3 fluid chart 2014 Golf fluid chart 2014 Passat fluid chart |
| 5 · Oil selection & maintenance | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen owner’s manual |
| 6 · Injector retaining hardware | Volkswagen CKRA injector assembly, p. 156 |
| 7 · Turbo lubrication, heat & airflow | Garrett: why turbochargers fail Garrett: air-filter restriction |
| 8 · Intake, EGR & flap faults | Volkswagen EGR diagnostic bulletin Pierburg: intake-manifold actuator faults Pierburg: air-supply diagnostics |
| 9 · Engine photograph & usage terms | Volkswagen Newsroom: 2.0 TDI image Volkswagen Newsroom terms of service |
Original ECU5 editorial overview. Engine photograph: © Volkswagen AG, Volkswagen Newsroom, used for editorial coverage. Volkswagen and Audi names identify the vehicles discussed; this article is independently produced.
ECU5 · Engine InformationEA189 / CBEA · CJAA · CKRA
