Engine code
Vehicles using AXW engine list:
Which cars use the AXW engine and what oil to use. Common AXW engine faults, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and repair.
- AUDI - A3 2.0 FSI (110kW) 2003β2006
- VW - Golf V 2.0 16V FSI (110kW) 2003β2008
- VW - Golf V 2.0 16V FSI 4Motion (110kW) 2004β2008
Recommended oil for engine AXW engine.
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| Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-30 | β |
| ACEA C3 | β |
| VW 504.00/507.00 | β |
| MB 229.31/229.51 | β |
| Porsche C30 | β |
| BMW Longlife-04 | β |
| Dexos2 | β |
| Motul 8100 5W-30 X-Clean | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-30 | β |
| ACEA C3 | β |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | β |
| MB 229.31 / 229.51 | β |
| Porsche C30 | β |
| BMW Longlife-04 | β |
| GM dexos2 | β |
| RAVENOL VMP 5W-30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-30 | β |
| ACEA C3 | β |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | β |
| MB 229.51 | β |
| Porsche C30 | β |
| BMW Longlife-04 | β |
| GM dexos2 | β |
| Pennzoil Platinum Euro Full Synthetic 5W-30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-30 | β |
| ACEA C3 | β |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | β |
| MB 229.31 / 229.51 | β |
| Porsche C30 | β |
| BMW Longlife-04 | β |
| GM dexos2 | β |
Oil specification key
β β Meets the required specification
β β Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
β β Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
β β Meets the required specification
β β Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
β β Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
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Oil specifications for AXW engine
SAE 5W-40
ACEA A3/B4
API SL
VW 502.00
VW 505.00
Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the AXW engine.
Engine AXW commonly faces issues like carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct fuel injection, causing rough idling and reduced performance. Diagnosis involves checking for misfires and performing a walnut blasting cleaning to remove deposits. The high-pressure fuel pump may also fail, leading to starting problems; listen for unusual noises and test fuel pressure. Preventive maintenance includes using high-quality fuel and regular intake cleaning every 60,000 km. Timing chain tensioner wear can cause rattling noises; early replacement prevents engine damage. Addressing these promptly ensures reliability and longevity of the AXW engine.