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CTS Turbo IS38 Replacement Turbocharger for MQB Golf/GTI/Golf R, Audi A3/S3 (2015-2020)
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CTS Turbo IS38 Replacement Turbocharger for MQB Golf/GTI/Golf R, Audi A3/S3 (2015-2020)

$1763.60
Recommended retail, GST inclusive. Prices may change without notice — supplier, freight, exchange-rate and government import charges move with market conditions.
SKU: CTS-TR-1000
Shipping: US import — the retail price includes US→AU freight (FedEx International Priority).
Ordered in for you. Allow up to 14 days from order to delivery.
Returns: not returnable for change of mind (ordered in from overseas for you). Faulty items are always covered under the Australian Consumer Law. Returns policy
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CTS Turbo is proud to announce our CTS IS38 replacement turbocharger for MQB vehicles.

Our IS38 replacement turbocharger can be installed into 2015-2020 MQB vehicles as a direct replacement for IS38 turbo; or as an upgrade to IS12 and IS20.

Please note that proper tuning software must be used when upgrading from a smaller turbo - check with your tuning software provider. Any IS38 software is compatible.

CTS Turbo downpipe and intercooler are recommended if upgrading.

Features:


  • Brand new unit, no core required

  • Exact replacement for factory IHI IS38 turbo

  • Upgraded turbine shaft and bearings

  • Stainless steel turbine housing

  • Manufactured to OEM-spec tolerances


Fitment is for all MQB-based EA888.3 vehicles (tuning required for IS12 and IS20 vehicles):

  • 2015-2019 VW Golf/Sportwagen/Alltrack

  • 2015-2020 VW GTI

  • 2015-2019 VW Golf R

  • 2019-2023 VW Jetta GLI

  • 2018-2021 VW Arteon

  • 2015-2020 Audi A3

  • 2015-2020 Audi S3

  • 2015-2020 Audi TT

  • 2015-2020 Audi TTS

  • ROW models can vary


Installation is a straight-forward replacement of the factory turbo, using all OEM gaskets and hardware. Simply transfer your diverter valve or BOV and wastegate actuator (not included).

Hardware required (not included):



  • 06L253039A - Turbo Inlet Gasket

  • 5Q0253115B - Turbo Outlet Seal

  • WHT007210 - Turbo Mount Nuts (x4)

  • N90067202 - Turbo Oil Line O-ring (x2)

  • WHT006112 - Turbo Oil Line Gasket

  • WHT006113 - Turbo Oil Line Gasket

  • WHT006114 - Coolant Hose O-Ring

  • WHT006124 - Coolant Hose O-Ring

  • WHT005558 - Coolant Hose O-Ring


NOTE: Always follow the proper procedure for checking/adjusting the wastegate actuator when installing the turbo! Always replace engine oil and prime the tu

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Specifications

Brand
CTS Turbo
Part number
CTS-TR-1000
Product type
TURBOCHARGER›REPLACEMENT TURBOS|TURBOCHARGER›TURBO KITS
Fitment
Audi A3 8V (2015–2020), Audi S3 8V (2015–2019), Volkswagen GTI Mk7/7.5 (2015–2020), Volkswagen GTI Mk8 (2021), Volkswagen Golf R Mk7/7.5 (2015–2021)
Shipping weight
13.61 kg
Dimensions (L × W × H)
17 × 11 × 11 cm

Figures are the manufacturer’s or the supplier’s own. Shipping weight and dimensions are the despatch carton, not the bare part.

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