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Change Car Turbo

Very technical 4h00–44h00 ~400–4400£
Estimated time 4h00–44h00
Estimated labour cost ~400–4400£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Allroad 1997-2005 20
  • 1.8 20V Turbo Petrol (AWT)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AFN)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AJM)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AVF)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AVG)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AWX)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AFB)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AKE)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AKN)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AYM)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BAU)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BCZ)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BDG)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BDH)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BFC)
  • 2.7 V6 30V Bi-Turbo Petrol (ARE)
  • 2.7 V6 30V Bi-Turbo Petrol (AZA)
  • 2.7 V6 30V Bi-Turbo Petrol (BES)
  • RS6 (4.2 V8 40V) Petrol (BCY)
  • RS6 (4.2 V8 40V) Petrol (BRV)
Allroad 2000-2005 5
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AKE)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BAU)
  • 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BCZ)
  • 2.7 V6 Bi-Turbo Petrol (ARE)
  • 2.7 V6 Bi-Turbo Petrol (BES)
Allroad 2011-2018 42
  • 1.8 TFSI Petrol (CYGA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLC)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLD)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLE)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CNHA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CSUD)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CSUE)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DDCA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DDCB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DDDA)
  • 2.0 TFSI Hybrid Electricity,Petrol (CHJA+EAFA)
  • 2.0 TFSI Petrol (CDNB)
  • 2.0 TFSI Petrol (CYPA)
  • 2.0 TFSI Petrol (CYPB)
  • 2.8 FSi Petrol (CHVA)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CDUC)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CDUD)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CGQB)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CKVB)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CKVC)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CLAA)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CLAB)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CRTD)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CRTE)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CRTF)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CTCB)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CTCC)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CVUA)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CVUB)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CZVA)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CZVB)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CZVC)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CZVD)
  • 3.0 TDI Diesel (CZVF)
  • 3.0 TFSI Petrol (CGWB)
  • 3.0 TFSI Petrol (CGWD)
  • 3.0 TFSI Petrol (CREC)
  • RS6 (4.0 V8 TFSI) Petrol (CRDB)
  • RS6 (4.0 V8 TFSI) Petrol (CWUB)
  • RS6 Performance (4.0 V8 TFSI) Petrol (CWUC)
  • S6 (4.0 V8 TFSI) Petrol (CEUC)
  • S6 (4.0 V8 TFSI) Petrol (CTGE)

What is the role of the Audi Allroad turbo?

The turbocharger increases engine power by compressing the intake air, allowing more air (and therefore more fuel) into the combustion chambers. It is driven by exhaust gases spinning a turbine at speeds up to 250,000 rpm. The compressed intake air passes through an intercooler to reduce its temperature before entering the engine.

What are the symptoms of a failing Audi Allroad turbo?

Common symptoms include: loss of engine power or boost, excessive exhaust smoke (blue/white for oil burning, black for over-fuelling), whining or whistling noise from the turbo area, engine warning light or turbo fault codes, oil leaks at the turbo housing, increased oil consumption.

What causes Audi Allroad turbo failure?

The main causes are: oil starvation (blocked or restricted oil feed lines, low oil level, poor oil quality), foreign object ingestion, excessive exhaust temperature, worn bearings due to high mileage, and contaminated oil. Always investigate and fix the root cause before fitting a replacement turbo.

Can a Audi Allroad turbo be reconditioned?

Yes, turbo reconditioning is a common and cost-effective alternative to buying new. A reputable service will disassemble, inspect, replace worn parts, rebalance, and test the unit. Expect to pay 30–60% of the new price.

Is it difficult to change a Audi Allroad turbo?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical. The turbo is connected to both the intake and exhaust systems, requiring numerous disassembly steps. Approximately 5 hours on average for a professional mechanic. Key precautions after fitting: change the engine oil and filter, prime the turbo with oil before starting, allow the turbo to cool down after hard driving by idling for 30 seconds before switching off.

3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Allroad 1997-2005 1997-2005 1.8 20V Turbo Petrol (AWT), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AFN), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AJM), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AVF), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AVG), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AWX), 2.0 20V Petrol (ALT), 2.4 V6 30V Petrol (AMM), 2.4 V6 30V Petrol (ASM), 2.4 V6 30V Petrol (BDV), 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AFB), 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (… Diesel, Petrol
Allroad 2000-2005 2000-2005 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (AKE), 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BAU), 2.5 V6 TDI Diesel (BCZ), 2.7 V6 Bi-Turbo Petrol (ARE), 2.7 V6 Bi-Turbo Petrol (BES), 4.2 V8 Petrol (BAS) Diesel, Petrol
Allroad 2011-2018 2011-2018 1.8 TFSI Petrol (CYGA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLC), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLD), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLE), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CNHA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CSUD), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CSUE), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DDCA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DDCB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DDDA), 2.0 TFSI Hybrid Electricity,Petrol (CHJA+EAFA), … Diesel, Electricity, Petrol