Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe for Audi A3, VW Golf, Seat Leon, Skoda Octavia 1.9 & 2.0 TDI | OEM 038253014B, 038145771AG

The Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe – OEM 038145771AG is a critical oil supply line designed for Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT and Škoda TDI diesel engines (notably 1.9 TDI and 2.0 TDI units) equipped with a turbocharger. This metal oil line delivers pressurised engine oil from the engine block to the turbocharger’s bearing housing, ensuring continuous lubrication and cooling of the turbo’s high-speed rotating parts. Without proper oil feed, a turbo can overheat, wear prematurely or fail, making this feed pipe an essential maintenance or replacement part on TDI engines that use OEM number 038253014B.

OEM Number: 1331291, 1424517, 038145019S, 038145019SV, 038145019SX, 038253016M, 038253016R, 038253016RV, 038253016RX
 
Fitting Position : Exhaust Turbocharger Forward- /Backflow : for foreflow

Quantity : 1

Our SKU: TVW038145771AG_94

All our Turbo Charger Oil Pipe 038253014B For Audi are OEM quality and reliable after market car parts. This Turbo Charger Oil Pipe 038253014B For Audi is specifically compatible with Audi: A3, Seat: Alhambra, Altea, Altea XL, Cordoba, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo, Skoda: Fabia, Octavia, Roomster, Superb, VW: Caddy, Golf, Golf Plus, Jetta, Multivan, Passat, Polo, Sharan, Touran, Transporter, Transporter/Caravelle, .

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Key Benefits

• Direct OE-Referenced Replacement: Matches OEM part 038253014B, fitting a wide range of turbo-diesel VW Group vehicles for a straight-swap installation without modification.

• Ensures Turbo Lubrication: Supplies pressurised oil to the turbocharger bearings to reduce friction and heat, helping preserve turbo life and maintain performance.

• Prevents Premature Turbo Damage: A worn, cracked or blocked oil pipe can restrict flow, increasing the risk of turbo overheating or seizure, so replacing it reduces failure risk.

• Durable Construction: Built from high-quality metal and fittings engineered to withstand heat, vibration and pressure cycling typical in turbo diesel applications.

• Broad Model Compatibility: Commonly used on Audi A3 (8P) 1.9 and 2.0 TDI models (2003–2013) and many VW/Seat/Škoda TDI vehicles that share the same turbo engine platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What does the turbocharger oil feed pipe do?
A: It delivers engine oil under pressure to the turbocharger’s bearing housing, providing essential lubrication and cooling while the turbo spins at high speed. Lack of oil flow can lead to rapid turbo wear or catastrophic failure.

Q2: Which vehicles use part 038253014B?
A: This oil feed pipe is designed for Audi, VW, Seat and Škoda turbo-diesel models equipped with 1.9 TDI and 2.0 TDI engines that fit OE line number 038253014B — especially common on Audi A3 (8P) from the mid-2000s to early-2010s.

Q3: What are symptoms of a damaged oil feed pipe?
A: Typical signs include oil leaks under the engine, reduced oil pressure, smoke from the turbo area, loss of turbo boost and unusual turbo noise — all indicators that the oil feed could be compromised.

Q4: Can I drive with a broken oil feed pipe?
A: It’s not recommended — insufficient oil flow to the turbo can quickly damage the bearings and turbine, leading to expensive turbo replacement.

Q5: Is installation difficult?
A: Replacing the oil feed pipe typically involves accessing the turbo and engine oil supply points, sometimes requiring partial oil drain and careful routing — professional installation is recommended for best results.