From 1992 to 2003, the company produced the 1.9-liter VW ABL 1.9 TD diesel engine, which was mounted in the rear of the T4 in several iterations of the well-liked Transporter minibus. The Transporter is known as a workhorse because of power units like the ABL.
JK, JP, JX, SB, 1X, 1Y, AAZ, and ABL are also included in the EA086 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 1992-2003 |
| Displacement, cc | 1896 |
| Fuel system | prechambers |
| Power output, hp | 68 |
| Torque output, Nm | 140 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 79.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 22.5 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.8 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 1/2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for VW Transporter T4 1995) — city — highway — combined |
9.2 7.0 8.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~475 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Transporter T4 (7D) in 1992 – 2003.
Disadvantages of the VW ABL engine
The aluminum cylinder head of this power unit is prone to cracking and overheating.
Fuel leaks via injection pump gaskets are another well-known diesel issue;
The timing belt is made to last 60,000 kilometers; if it breaks, the valves will bend;
The turbine just drives lubricant and frequently needs maintenance over extended periods of time;
These motors’ age and wear are their primary drawbacks, respectively.