0414720228R VW RECON UNIT INJECTOR

Part Number: 0414720228R
Type: Bosch unit injector (reconditioned)
Application: Used in Volkswagen 2.5 TDI engines, particularly in models such as the VW Caravelle T5, Touareg, and Transporter.
Engine Codes: AXE, BLJ, BPE, BAC, BLK, BPD, among others.
Function: The unit injector combines the roles of a high-pressure pump and injector in one assembly. It delivers fuel directly into the combustion chamber at very high pressure, ensuring efficient atomization and combustion.
Condition: Reconditioned (Recon) — refurbished to meet Bosch quality standards, offering a cost-effective alternative to new injectors.

Description

Role in VW Engines: The 0414720228R injector is central to the Pumpe-Düse (PD) system used in VW’s 2.5 TDI engines. This system was designed to achieve high injection pressures without a common rail, improving performance and fuel efficiency. Fits multiple VW models with 2.5 TDI engines, making it a widely used part in both passenger and commercial vehicles.
Importance:
A failing injector can cause rough idling, poor fuel economy, excessive smoke, or engine misfires. Using a recon unit injector restores proper fuel delivery and engine performance without the expense of a new part.