{"product_id":"vw-transporter-t5-ecu-engine-control-unit-038906016aj-0281012538-1-9-brs-engine","title":"VW TRANSPORTER T5 ECU ENGINE CONTROL UNIT 038906016AJ 0281012538 1.9 BRS Engine","description":"\u003cp\u003e#126\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eVW Transporter T5 1.9 TDI (BRS) Engine ECU \/ Control Unit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart Numbers: 038906016AJ \/ 0281012538\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoved from a Volkswagen Transporter T5 1.9 TDI (BRS engine).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine engine control unit (ECU), responsible for managing engine performance, fuel injection, turbo control and emissions systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Used item, may have minor marks, scratches or signs of wear due to storage and age. Fully working unless stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eImportant: Please ensure both part numbers 038906016AJ and 0281012538 match your existing ECU before purchasing, as these units must match exactly for compatibility and coding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits VW Transporter T5 1.9 TDI models (2006–2010)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngine code: BRS (1.9 TDI PD 105HP) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso used in Caravelle \/ Multivan \/ Shuttle variants with same engine and ECU setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngine bay – mounted in ECU housing (usually near bulkhead or battery area)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFunction:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Controls fuel injection and timing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Manages turbo boost and air intake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Monitors sensors and engine parameters\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Controls emissions systems (EGR, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Communicates with immobiliser and vehicle systems\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* ECU Type: Bosch EDC16U31 \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Manufacturer: Bosch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Common rail \/ PD diesel management system\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Software \u0026amp; hardware matched to engine code\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon Fault Symptoms:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Non-start or intermittent starting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No communication with diagnostic tools\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Engine in limp mode\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Fault codes relating to EGR or sensors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Water ingress damage (common on T5 ECUs) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditional Info:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* ECU may require coding \/ immobiliser pairing after installation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some units sold as plug \u0026amp; play (immo off \/ cloned)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Recommended to match all numbers and labels exactly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Professional installation or programming may be required\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e VW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerstellernummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 038906016aj0281012538\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine Control Unit (ECU)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHersteller:\u003c\/strong\u003e VW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProgramming Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"VW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53760804716871,"sku":"157852296243","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/1528\/3527\/files\/10_a882b9d4-c67f-4914-8089-fb397df3b9d1.jpg?v=1776859312","url":"https:\/\/spares4repairs.store\/products\/vw-transporter-t5-ecu-engine-control-unit-038906016aj-0281012538-1-9-brs-engine","provider":"Spares 4 Repairs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}