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Transporter T5 · 2009–2015
The Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI 140 of the Transporter T5 generation uses the EA189 2.0 TDI diesel engine with 140 hp.
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
140 hp (103 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2009 to 2015.
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It sits between the 1.9 TDI 102 (102 hp) and the 2.0 BiTDI 180 (180 hp). The EA189 2.0 TDI engine is also fitted to: Audi A1 (8X), Audi A4 (B8), Audi A5 (8T), Audi Q3 (8U), Audi Q5 (8R), Audi TT (8J).
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On a van, use matters more than age: heavy loads, short trips and long idling wear the clutch, rear brakes and particulate filter. Check the rear tyres and dampers and the side and rear doors, and tell the workshop about urban delivery use.
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Among the Transporter T5 pages, the 2.0 TDI 102 102 hp offers a comparison: 102 hp (75 kW), EA189 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 5-speed manual, 2009–2015. The version on this page has 140 hp (103 kW), EA189 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 6-speed manual, 2009–2015. When requesting a quote, specify the output and gearbox; the marketing name alone does not identify the correct parts.
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≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
≈ 30,000 km or 2 years
Typical interval: 30,000 km or 24 months, whichever comes first. VW 507.00 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.
Source [1]Every 2 years
Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.
Source [1]Every 180,000 km
Replace the complete kit (belt, tensioners and usually the water pump) at whichever comes first; a broken belt destroys the engine.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Drain any water at each service; a clogged filter causes loss of power.
Source [1]The EA189 2.0 TDI diesel engine (1 968 cc), 140 hp (103 kW).
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A VW 507.00-approved oil suited to the EA189 2.0 TDI engine.
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This page covers Volkswagen Transporter T5 2.0 TDI 140 140 hp, panel van, 2009–2015, with 140 hp (103 kW), EA189 2.0 TDI, 1 968 cm³, 6-speed manual, 2009–2015. Compare these details with the registration document and gearbox identification. The designation EA189 2.0 TDI may cover several revisions: a VIN is still needed to confirm part numbers.
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