Only the first generation of the well-liked Crafter minibus was equipped with the 2.5-liter Volkswagen BJK or Crafter 2.5 TDI engine, which was manufactured between 2006 and 2010. Such a diesel engine’s index changed to CEBB after it was upgraded to the stricter EURO 5 environmental standards.
CN, AAS, AAT, 1T, AEL, AHD, BJK, and BJM are additional models in the EA381 series.
Specifications
| Production years | 2006-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 2461 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 109 |
| Torque output, Nm | 280 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R5 |
| Block head | aluminum 10v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 16.8 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | MHI TD04L |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 9.0 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3/4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volkswagen Crafter 2007) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 7.2 8.5 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Volkswagen Crafter 1 (2E) in 2006 – 2010.
Disadvantages of the VW BJK engine
Fuel quality is required by the CR Bosch fuel system with piezo injectors;
The turbine and hydraulic lifters’ lifespan is significantly shortened by saving oil here; the motor is quite cold, and water condensate frequently freezes in the engine breather during the winter;
Keep an eye on the timing belt’s condition because if it breaks in the engine, the valves will bend. Additionally, grease from the seals and antifreeze leaks along the flanges are frequent.