Audi A1 (8X) CFWA Injectors

Audi A1 (8X) CFWA Overview

The Audi A1 (8X) with the CFWA 1.2 TDI engine was produced between 2011 and 2015. This vehicle uses Delphi common rail diesel injectors (primary part number 28231462) operating at fuel pressures up to 2000 bar. The CFWA engine in the Audi A1 (8X) produces and of torque. When replacing injectors on the Audi A1 (8X) CFWA, always use new copper sealing washers and torque to manufacturer specifications. Each injector should be coded to the ECU after fitting.

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Common Injector Problems in Audi A1 (8X)

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  Rough idle and engine vibration — Worn injector nozzles cause uneven fuel spray, leading to rough idle at low RPM. Most noticeable when the engine is cold.
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  Excessive exhaust smoke — Black or blue-grey smoke on acceleration indicates poor fuel atomisation. This is often caused by carbon buildup on the injector nozzle tip.
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  Poor fuel economy — A worn or leaking injector delivers incorrect fuel quantities, reducing efficiency by 10–20% in severe cases.
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  Engine misfire under load — Intermittent misfires during acceleration suggest one or more injectors are failing to deliver the correct fuel pressure.
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  Difficult cold starting — Degraded injector nozzles struggle to atomise fuel at lower cranking pressures, causing extended crank times in cold weather.

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