VW 1.9 2.0L TDI to Ford/Mazda 2.3L Lima Transmission Adapter Kit
- Description
- KIT CONTENTS
- FITMENT
- VW ENGINE CHART
This adapter plate kit allows you to replace your Ford or Mazda 2.0L, 2.3L or 2.5L Lima engine with any 4 cylinder Volkswagen/Audi engine. The most commonly used engine is the VW TDI (ALH, BEW, BHW, CJAA). All VW/Audi 4 cylinder engines have the same bellhousing bolt pattern and crank hub. This means you can install any 4 cylinder gas or diesel engine made by VW/Audi using this kit.
***NOW AVAILABLE WITH OEM STYLE STARTER MOTORS. All our new kits have been modified to fit a Toyota 4.7 V8 starter motor. This is a Denso style starter motor, high torque, 2 kW power rating, affordable and readily available!***
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 inch thick adapter moves the TDI engine forward 2 inches from the transmission bellhousing. This gives you extra fire wall clearance for the TDI vacuum pump and coolant pipe. The transmission remains in the original position, keeping the shifter in the factory position for most vehicle conversions.
HIGH PERFORMANCE CRANK ADAPTER: Our high-performance crank adapters are manufactured from high-strength alloy steel and designed to handle demanding applications. Rated at 800 ft-lbs of torque, these adapters are engineered to deliver the strength and reliability your drivetrain needs.
Crank adapters are subjected to significant stress and repeated load cycles, making material selection and design critical to long-term durability. Unlike aluminum or mild steel alternatives, our alloy steel crank adapters are built with performance and reliability in mind.
We believe your crank adapter should never be the weak link in your drivetrain.
TOYOTA DENSO STYLE STARTER MOTOR: Our TDI adapter kits come equipped with a Toyota 4.7L V8 Denso-style starter motor. Known for its proven OEM design, compact size, and reliable performance, this starter is an excellent choice for our adapter kits.
One of its biggest advantages is availability. Replacement starters are readily available and affordable, making future maintenance simple and cost-effective.
MULTIPLE ENGINE CLOCKING POSITIONS. Our 2 plate system allows the engine to be clocked at 0° (vertical), 10°, and 15° degrees for fine tuning engine clearances. The transmission stays stationary while the engine rotates towards the passenger frame rail.
(2) Adapter plates: Billet aluminum, 3 engine clocking positions.
(2) Crank adapter: Alloy steel for high performance applications (800ft-lbs torque). Pilot bearing pre-installed for manual kit.
(1) Starter motor: Toyota V8 high torque starter motor, Denso style compact 2.0kW
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: 6 bolts, M10 x 1.0 x 29mm
OEM flexplate bolt size: 6 bolts, M10 x 1.0 x 20mm
This kit was specifically designed to replace the Ford/Mazda 2.3L I4 (Lima) engine. This kit makes the back of the VW TDI engine look like the engine block it is replacing. This means you can bolt any Ford/Mazda 2.3L I4 (Lima) transmission to any VW TDI engine using this adapter kit.
Compatible Engine codes: Lima OHC (LL) 2.0L, 2.3L (LL23) and 2.5L (LL25)
Compatible Auto Transmission: C3, C4, C5 (Lock-Up), A4LD (Overdrive), 4R44E
Compatible Manual Transmission:
- M50D-R1 (2.3L Bellhousing)
Compatible vehicle make and models:
- Ford Ranger (2.0L I4 Lima): 1983 to 1989
- Ford Ranger (2.3L I4 Lima): 1983 to 2001
- Ford Ranger (2.5L I4 Lima): 1998 to 2001
- Ford Mustang (2.3L I4 Lima): 1983 to 1993
- Mazda B2300 (2.3L I4 Lima): 1994 to 2000
- Mazda B2500 (2.5L I4 Lima): 1998 to 2001
| Auto Transmission Info |
| C3 | 1983-1984 2WD Ranger (Trans Code V) |
3-Speed |
1st: 2.47 2nd: 1.47 3rd: 1.00 |
| C4 | 1983-1984 4WD Ranger (Trans Code W) | 3-Speed |
1st: 2.46 2nd: 1.46 3rd: 1.00 |
| A4LD | 1985-1994 Ranger with Overdrive (Trans Code T) | 4-Speed |
1st: 2.47 2nd: 1.47 3rd: 1.00 4th: 0.75 |
| 4R44E | 1995-2000 4-Cylinder Ranger (Trans Code T) | 4-Speed |
1st: 2.47 2nd: 1.47 3rd: 1.00 4th: 0.75 |
| Manual Transmission Info |
| Toyo Koygo | 1983-1987 Ranger 2wd 1983-1984 Ranger 4wd | 4-Speed |
1st: 3.96 2nd: 2.07 3rd: 1.39 4th: 1.00 |
| Toyo Koygo |
1983-1987 Ranger 2wd 1985-1987 Ranger 4wd 1983-1984 Ranger 4wd
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5-Speed |
1st: 3.96 2nd: 2.07 3rd: 1.39 4th: 1.00 5th: 0.84 |
| Mazda M50D-R1 | 1988-2001 4-Cyliner Rangers | 5-Speed |
1st: 3.72 2nd: 2.20 3rd: 1.50 4th: 1.00 5th: 0.79 |
***If your vehicle is not on this list, please cross reference and perform your own research. Other similar vehicle models may also be compatible. ***
Any 4 cylinder Volkswagen/Audi engine will work with our TDI adapter kits. All VW/Audi 4 cylinder engine bolt patterns are the same.
Check out the chart below for all compatible VW engines.
Note: Our kits are specifically tested on TDI engines, so if you choose to use a VW gas or older TD diesel engines please do your own fitment research.
| VOLKSWAGEN DIESEL ENGINES (NORTH AMERICA) | |||||
| Engine Name | Engine Code | Year | Model | HP/TQ | Notes |
| 1.5 D | D | 1976-1983 | Rabbit | 50 | Naturally Aspirated |
| 1.6 D | CS, CR, JK, ME | 1980-1992 | Rabbit, Golf, Jetta | 50-54 | Naturally Aspirated |
| 1.6 TD | 1V, CY, MF | 1981-1991 | Rabbit, Golf, Jetta | 59-68 | VE injection pump |
| 1.9 TD | AAZ | 1992-1999 | Golf, Jetta, Passat | 74/107 | VE injection pump |
| 1.9 TDI | 1Z, AHU | 1995-1999 | Golf, Jetta, Passat, Beetle | 90/145 | VE injection pump |
| 1.9 TDI | ALH | 1999.5-2003 | Golf, Jetta, Beetle | 90/149 | VE injection pump |
| 1.9 TDI | BEW | 2004-2006 | Golf, Jetta, Beetle (MK4) | 100/177 | Pump-Deuse |
| 1.9 TDI | BEW | 2006 | Golf (MK4) | 100/177 | Pump-Deuse |
| 1.9 TDI | BRM | 2006 | Jetta (MK5) | 100/177 | Pump-Deuse |
| 2.0 TDI | BHW | 2003-2005 | Passat | 134/247 | Pump-Deuse |
| 2.0 TDI | CBEA | 2009 | Golf, Jetta | 140/236 | Common Rail |
| 2.0 TDI | CJAA | 2010-2014 | Golf, Jetta | 140/236 | Common Rail |
| 2.0 TDI | CKRA | 2012-2014 | Passat | 140/236 | Common Rail |
| 2.0 TDI | CVCA | 2015 | Golf, Jetta, Passat | 151/236 | Last year of the TDI engine in North America |
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VOLKSWAGEN GASOLINE ENGINES (NORTH AMERICA)
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| Engine Name | Engine Code | Year | Model | HP/TQ | Notes |
| 2.0 | ABA, AEG, AVH, AZG, BBW, BDC, BEV, BGD, AGG | 1992-Present | Golf, Jetta, Passat, Beetle | 114 hp | Naturally Aspirated, fuel injected |
| 1.8 T | AEB, AGU, AJH, APH, ARX, ARZ, ATW, AUM, AWC, AWD, AWL, AWT, AWW, BJX, BKF, BKV | 1998-2006 | Golf, Jetta, Passat, Beetle, Audi A4 | 148/155 | Turbo Gas |
| 1.8T | AWM | 2001-2005 | Passat | 168/166 | Turbo Gas |
| 1.8T | AWP, BNU | 2001-2006 | Golf, Jetta, Beetle | 178/173 | Turbo Gas |
| 1.8T | AMU, BEA | 1999-2005 | Audi TT | 222/207 | Turbo Gas |
| 2.0T (Turbo FSI) | BPY | 2006-2008 | Golf Mk5, Jetta MK5, Eos, Passat B6, Tiguan, Audi A3 | 197/207 | Turbo Gas |
| 2.0T (TSI) | CCTA, CBFA | 2008-Present | Golf, Jetta, Passat, Tiguan, CC, A3 | 197/207 | Turbo Gas |
| 2.0 T (TFSI) | CESA | 2009-2014 | Audi TT, A3, A4 | 221/258 | Turbo Gas |
| 2.0 T | 2015-Present | Golf R | 276/280 | Turbo Gas | |