THE T4 HANDBOOK · TECH DESK

T4 TECHNICAL
LIBRARY.

Engine codes, servicing, fluids, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical information and model-specific reference data, built as a verified source for T4 owners.

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T4 TECH DESK

T4 Technical Library

Verified reference data for Volkswagen T4 variants. Choose an engine or search by engine code, capacity or year. Always check the caveats and source notes before using critical specifications.

ABL

1.9 Diesel · ABL

1991–2004

VERIFIED 2026-09-29
Engine
1.9 litre diesel
Fuel
Diesel
Capacity
1.9 litre
Cylinders
4
Important caveats

Model-year coverage and exact specification can vary by market and chassis. Additional performance and service data will be added only when separately verified.

Sources & verification

Guard plate – T4 model classification · Volkswagen Classic Parts · View source

AAB

2.4 Diesel · AAB

1991–1997

VERIFIED 2026-09-29
Engine
2.4 litre diesel
Fuel
Diesel
Capacity
2.4 litre
Cylinders
5
Important caveats

AAB appears through the 1997 model-year classification reviewed. Vehicle and market-specific differences should be checked before using service specifications.

Sources & verification

Electromagnetic shut-off – T4 injection pump classification · Volkswagen Classic Parts · View source

AJA

2.4 Diesel · AJA

1997–2004

VERIFIED 2026-09-29
Engine
2.4 litre diesel
Fuel
Diesel
Capacity
2.4 litre
Cylinders
5
Important caveats

AJA is shown alongside AAB in 1997 and as the 2.4 litre diesel in later T4 classifications. Exact vehicle specification must still be checked.

Sources & verification

Electromagnetic shut-off – T4 injection pump classification · Volkswagen Classic Parts · View source

AJT

2.5 Diesel · AJT

1998–2004

VERIFIED 2026-09-29
Engine
2.5 litre diesel
Fuel
Diesel
Capacity
2.5 litre
Cylinders
5
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Important caveats

The reviewed Volkswagen classification confirms AJT as a 2.5 litre 5-cylinder diesel in T4 applications from 1998. Further output and service fields remain intentionally blank until separately verified.

Sources & verification

Pressure hose for VW T4 – model classification · Volkswagen Classic Parts · View source

ACV

2.5 TDI · ACV

1996–2004

VERIFIED 2026-09-29
Engine
2.5 litre TDI
Fuel
Diesel
Capacity
2.5 litre
Cylinders
5
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Important caveats

ACV appears in multiple T4 configurations including Syncro. Exact output, gearbox pairing and service data should be confirmed for the specific vehicle before use.

Sources & verification

Caravelle goes Camper: A VW bus mechanic and his surf mobile · Volkswagen Classic Parts · View source

Pressure hose for VW T4 – model classification · Volkswagen Classic Parts · View source

WHERE THIS IS GOING

One technical source. Used everywhere.

This library is the data layer behind the Handbook. As it grows, the same verified records can feed Find My T4, article specification panels and the personalised My T4 area.

01

Find My T4

Identify the vehicle first, then show information relevant to that variant rather than generic T4 advice.

02

Handbook Guides

Technical articles can pull controlled specifications into clear reference panels instead of duplicating data inside every article.

03

My T4

Combine confirmed vehicle data with owner-entered mileage and maintenance history to make the member area genuinely useful.

Technical note: Vehicle specifications can vary. Safety-critical procedures and settings should be checked against the exact vehicle, engine, transmission and current manufacturer/workshop information before work is carried out.