Engine System ID

1999 Volkswagen GTI (1W1) V6-2.8L (AAA)SECTION Engine System ID
ENGINE VIN CODE [1]
FEDERAL EMISSIONS EQUIPPED E or F
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS EQUIPPED D or F

ENGINE DESIGNATION CODE [2] AAA

ENGINE CONFIGURATION [3] Vee / In-line 6 cyl.

DISPLACEMENT 2.8L (2786cc/170ci)

COMPUTER SYSTEM [4] Bosch Motronic M2.9

FUEL SYSTEM [5] Sequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection

IGNITION SYSTEM [6] Mapped Electronic Ignition

[1] 5th digit of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN plate mounted atop drivers side instrument panel, visible through windshield lower left corner.
[2] Engine code stamped on front of engine block where block meets cylinder head.
[3] 15° V-6 DOHC 12-valve (2 valves per cyl.), 172 HP.
[4] Bosch Motronic Engine Management System (version 2.9) with On Board Diagnostics (OBD). System uses single Control Module for both fuel and ignition control.
[5] Fuel System uses solenoid-type injectors, Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) feedback, start and idle speed control, after start, warm up and acceleration enrichment, deceleration fuel shut-off.
[6] Distributorless Digital Ignition System using three "Double-ended" Ignition Coils and cylinder selective Knock Control.
RENDER: 1.0x

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