VAG 3.0L V6 TDI to Nissan VQ40DE (CD009, RE5R05A) Transmission Adapter Kit
- Description
- KIT CONTENTS
- FITMENT
- VW ENGINE CHART
- FAQ
This adapter kit allows you to attach a Nissan 4.0L VQ40DE CD009 transmission to a VW/Audi/Porsche 3.0L V6 TDI Engine. The most commonly used engine is the CATA and CNRB. Other 3.0L V6 TDI Engines will not currently work because the starter does not bolt to the Timing Cover.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Our kit has numerous features that set us apart from the competition.
PREMIUM BILLET ALLUMINUM ADAPTER PLATES. We do not skimp on quality, and only use high quality 6061 Aluminum billets. Our tempered 6061 is far superior to the cheap cast non-tempered aluminum adapter plates typically seen with cheaper adapter kits. Our billets undergo a tempering process of heat treating and artificial aging to achieve the perfect strength and toughness for our application.
EXTRA FIRE WALL CLEARANCE. Our 2.3 inch thick adapter moves the M57 engine forward 2.3 inches from the transmission bellhousing. The transmission remains in the original position, keeping the shifter in the factory position for most vehicle conversions.
HIGH PERFORMANCE CRANK ADAPTER. Our nitride case hardened alloy steel crank adapters are designed for high performance applications. Rated at 800 ft-lbs of torque, we set the bar high and make sure our parts are not the limiting factor in your build. Nitriding is a low temp, low distortion heat treating process that significantly improves fatigue strength of the metal. Crank adapters undergo significant stress cycles, making them a critical failure point. This is not where you want to cut corners on quality materials or design. Shockingly, our competitor's kits only offer aluminum or untreated steel crank adapters. Is it cheap and dirty, does it make the wheels turn at the end of the day, sure! Are they engineered to be the best? Not a chance!
MAINTAINS STOCK STARTER. Our kit maintains the stock starter and flex plate from the 3.0L V6 TDI.
(2) Adapter plates: Billet 6061-T6 Aluminum, 1.9" Thick
(2) Crank adapters: nitride case hardened alloy steel for high performance applications (800ft-lbs torque). Pilot bearing pre-installed for manual kit.
Installation hardware for bellhousing, crank adapter, and starter are included. No flywheel/flexplate bolts are included. You need to use OEM equivalent flywheel bolts.
OEM flywheel bolt size: 8 bolts, M10 x 1.0, length approx. 24.5mm
This kit was specifically designed to replace a Nissan VQ40DE Engine. This kit makes the back of the VW/Audi/Porsche 3.0L V6 TDI engine look like the engine block it is replacing. This means you can bolt any Transmission that was factory bolted to the VQ40DE.
Compatible Engine codes:
-Nissan Frontier (D40) VQ40DE (2005-2019)
-Nissan Xterra VQ40DE (2005-2015)
-Nissan Pathfinder VQ40DE (2005-2012)
-Suzuki Equator VQ40DE (2009-2013)
-Nissan NV1500 VQ40DE (2012-2021)
-Nissan NV2500 VQ40DE (2012-2021)
-Nissan Patrol VQ40DE (2017-2024)
Compatible Transmissions:
-CD009 Manual Transmission
-RE5R05A Automatic Transmission
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CD00x Transmission Gear Ratio
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| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th |
| 3.794 | 2.324 | 1.624 | 1.271 | 1.000 | 0.794 |
Our Adapter Kit is only Compatible with the 3.0L V6 TDI found in the Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. These Engines have the Starter that bolts to the timing cover.
Check out the chart below for all compatible VW engines.
Note: Our kits are specifically tested a CATA Engine.
| VOLKSWAGEN 3.0L V6 DIESEL ENGINES (NORTH AMERICA) | |||||
| Engine Name | Engine Code | Year | Model | HP/TQ | Notes |
| 3.0L TDI | CATA | 2009-2012 | Touareg | 225/405 | Common Rail |
| 3.0L TDI | CATA | 2009-2012 | Audi Q7 | 225/405 | Common Rail |
| 3.0L TDI | CNRB | 2013-2016 | Touareg | 240/406 | Common Rail |
| 3.0L TDI | CNRB | 2013-2015 | Audi QT | 240/406 | Common Rail |
| 3.0L TDI | CNRB | 2013-2016 | Porsche Cayenne | 240/406 | Common Rail |
HOW DOES THE ADAPTER WORK?
Our adapters make the back of the M57 engine physically resemble the back of the original engine it is replacing. No drilling or welding required, no custom flywheels, or shorted input shafts. Any transmission that originally bolted to your engine will work with this adapter kit.
WHY ARE THERE TWO ADAPTER PLATES?
Our two plate system allows you to clock/rotate the engine while keeping the transmission in the stock orientation. There are two different clocking positions: 10 degrees, or 20 degrees.
DO I NEED A FLYWHEEL OR FLEXPLATE?
Our M57 kits utilize the original flywheel or flexplate from the original engine being replaced. You will not need the BMW M57 flywheel, clutch, torque converter, or starter motor.
HOW ACCURATE IS THE TRANSMISSION ALIGNMENT?
We use our Aerospace Grade CMM to pull all the dimensions off the original engine. It allows us to precisely reverse engineer the bolt pattern down to 0.0001". Incorrect alignment will cause premature failure of the pilot and input shaft bearings, excessive clutch plate wear, and internal gear binding.
HOW EASY IS A DIESEL CONVERSION?
-It depends on which vehicle you want to convert and how much mechanical experience you have.
-If you approach the conversion in stages you can get the vehicle driving in less than 5 days.
-Stage 1, do your research first, and lay out all your required tasks.
-Stage 2, focus on getting the engine in and driving with very minimal changes to engine and wiring harness.
-Stage 3, after you confirm the engine runs and drives, start your performance upgrades, custom wiring harness, gauges, engine rebuilds, etc.. This method reduces the number of variables you introduce to the project, and significantly increases your conversion success. Too many people make too many changes right from the start or try to make it perfect the first time round. Take it slow, minimize the number of changes all at once, and you will have a successful conversion!
-You will need regular mechanic tools, engine hoist, welding machine, basic fabrication knowledge, some electrical knowledge, and beverages.
DOES TDCONVERSIONS DO CONVERSIONS ON CUSTOMER VEHICLES?
-Not currently. We sell the conversion kits to get your engine into the vehicle and bolted to the transmission.
DO AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WORK FOR CONVERSIONS?
-Yes an automatic transmission will work with our adapter kits.
-You will need a standalone TCM controller for your specific transmission. These controllers are highly tunable and have manual shift modes. It's recommended you make sure one is available for your specific Transmission.
-Be aware of your torque converters stall speed and full lock RPM. You may need to purchase a new converter that better suits the M57.
