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control unit for the Volkswagen Transporter T5 fitted with the 1.9 TDI diesel engine. The ECU controls fuel injection, turbo operation, immobiliser communication, and overall engine management functions to ensure reliable engine performance.
Manufactured by Bosch for Volkswagen, this ECU is part of the EDC16U1 engine management family and is commonly fitted to early T5 1.9 TDI models including AXC and AXB engine variants.
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Part Details
* Genuine Volkswagen OEM part
* Part number: 038906016M
* Bosch number: 0281011856
* ECU type: Bosch EDC16U1
* Also referenced as:
* 038 906 016 M
* Engine ECU
* ECM / PCM
* Engine management control unit
Bosch ECU specialists identify 038906016M / 0281011856 as a Transporter T5 1.9 TDI engine ECU using the EDC16U1 platform.
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Compatibility
* Volkswagen Transporter T5 – 2003 to 2010
* Volkswagen Caravelle T5
* Volkswagen Multivan T5
Compatible with selected:
* 1.9 TDI AXC
* 1.9 TDI AXB
engine variants.
⚠️ Always compare:
* 038906016M
* Bosch number 0281011856
* Engine code
* ECU connector layout
before purchase.
VW ECU databases confirm this unit is specifically associated with AXC 1.9 TDI applications.
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Function & Benefits
* Controls fuel injection and turbo management
* Communicates with immobiliser and CAN systems
* Stores diagnostic fault codes
* Maintains engine performance and emissions control
* Direct OEM replacement
A faulty ECU can cause:
* Non-starting issues
* Injector faults
* Limp mode
* Engine warning lights
* Poor running or intermittent cutting out
ECU repair specialists commonly list immobiliser and communication faults for these EDC16U1 units.
Brand: Volkswagen
Manufacturer Part Number: VW T5 1.9 TDI 2005
Country of Origin: Germany