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Vehicles using CDHA engine list:

  • AUDI - A4 1.8 TFSI (88kW) 2008–2012
  • AUDI - A4 1.8 TFSI (88kW) 2012–2016
  • SEAT - Exeo 1.8 TSI (88kW) 2010–2014

Recommended oil for engine CDHA engine.

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Oil Specs Comparison
Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL
Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL
SAE 5W-30✔
ACEA C3✔
VW 504.00/507.00✔
MB 229.31/229.51✔
Porsche C30✔
BMW Longlife-04✔
Dexos2✔
Motul 8100 5W‑30 X‑Clean
Motul 8100 5W‑30 X‑Clean
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA C3✔
VW 504.00 / 507.00✔
MB 229.31 / 229.51✔
Porsche C30✔
BMW Longlife‑04✔
GM dexos2❌
RAVENOL VMP 5W‑30
RAVENOL VMP 5W‑30
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA C3✔
VW 504.00 / 507.00✔
MB 229.51✔
Porsche C30✔
BMW Longlife‑04✔
GM dexos2✔
Pennzoil Platinum Euro Full Synthetic 5W‑30
Pennzoil Platinum Euro Full Synthetic 5W‑30
SAE 5W‑30✔
ACEA C3✔
VW 504.00 / 507.00✔
MB 229.31 / 229.51✔
Porsche C30✔
BMW Longlife‑04✔
GM dexos2✔
Oil specification key
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.

Answer generated by AI.

Oil specifications for CDHA engine

SAE 5W-40
ACEA A3/B4
API SN
VW 502.00
VW 505.00

Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the CDHA engine.

Engine CDHA commonly faces issues like carbon buildup on intake valves, turbocharger wear, and timing chain tensioner noise. For diagnosis, listen for rattling noises at startup indicating tensioner wear, and use a diagnostic scanner to check for misfire or boost pressure faults. Prevent carbon buildup by using high-quality fuel and performing regular intake cleaning every 60,000 km. Turbocharger health can be maintained by avoiding aggressive throttle changes when the engine is cold and ensuring timely oil changes with manufacturer-approved oil. Solutions include replacing the timing chain tensioner if noisy, cleaning intake valves professionally, and servicing or replacing the turbocharger if boost issues persist.
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* The engine oils listed on this website are general recommendations based on publicly available data. For the most accurate and suitable oil type for your vehicle, always refer to your car's owner manual or technical documentation. Oil specifications may vary depending on engine version, production year, driving conditions, and other factors. If in doubt, consult your vehicle manufacturer or a certified mechanic.