General Engine Specifications

2003 Volkswagen Eurovan V6-2.8L (AXK)SECTION General Engine Specifications


General Engine Specifications

Engine Code AXK

Emissions Limits According To TLEV

Cylinder Allocation VR (1)

Cylinder Angle 15.0 °

Displacement Liters 2.8

Output kw@RPM 150/6200

Torque Nm @ RPM 245/2500 to 5500

Bore 0 mm 81.0

Stroke mm 90.3

Compression Ratio 10.75

RON At Least 98 Unleaded (2)

Fuel Injection and Ignition System Motronic ME7.1

Firing Sequence 1 - 5 - 3 - 6 - 2 - 4

Knock Sensor Control 2 Knock Sensors

Oxygen Sensor Control 2 Sensors

On Board Diagnostic (OBD) OBD II

Catalytic Converter YES

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) NO

Turbocharger NO

Secondary Air Injection (AIR) System YES

Electronic Engine Performance Regulation YES

Intake Manifold Change-Over YES

Camshaft Adjustment YES (1)

(1) VR = V - Allocation in compact in-line construction type.

(2) In exceptional cases, fuel with a RON of at least 95 may be used, although engine performance will be diminished; avoid high load.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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