• Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; source product photo
  • Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; repeated source photo 2
  • Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; repeated source photo 3
  • Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; repeated source photo 4
  • Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; repeated source photo 5
  • Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; repeated source photo 6
  • Genuine VW/Audi 1K0-253-115-AB turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket showing central seal and four attachment openings; repeated source photo 7
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1K0-253-115-AB Genuine VW/Audi Turbocharger Outlet Exhaust Gasket

1K0-253-115-AB Genuine VW/Audi Turbocharger Outlet Exhaust Gasket

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1K0-253-115-AB

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OVERVIEW

Genuine VW/Audi turbocharger outlet exhaust gasket, part number 1K0-253-115-AB. This gasket seals the joint between the matching turbocharger outlet and catalytic-converter inlet pipe. A sound seal keeps exhaust gas within the intended passage at a joint exposed to heat and repeated thermal cycling.

Technical details

  • Original part number: 1K0-253-115-AB / 1K0253115AB.
  • Documented replacement for 1K0-253-115-K / 1K0253115K.
  • The product photo shows the central sealing opening, raised sealing profile and four attachment openings.
  • Supplied as one gasket. The turbocharger, catalytic converter, exhaust pipe and mounting hardware are separate.
  • Intended for the specified factory outlet flange. Aftermarket turbos and downpipes can require a different gasket.

Common reasons to replace

Fit a new gasket when the matching turbocharger-to-converter joint is separated for service. Heat exposure, damage during removal or an unevenly clamped joint can leave the previous gasket unable to seal properly.

A ticking or blowing noise at the joint, soot around the flange or an exhaust odor warrants inspection for leakage. These signs can also result from loose hardware, a cracked pipe or a damaged flange. Check the complete connection before choosing parts. A leak near oxygen-sensor locations can affect the gas reaching the sensors, so diagnosis should establish the actual source.

Installation and service notes

Allow the exhaust assembly to cool before service and support the pipe assembly so its weight does not pull against the turbocharger flange. Remove the old gasket, inspect both mating surfaces and address cracks, distortion or damaged fasteners.

Align the new gasket and pipe without forcing the joint together. Use the vehicle's required replacement hardware and tightening sequence, following the factory specification for that engine and flange. Check support brackets and hangers for strain or poor alignment. After reassembly, verify that the joint is sealed and that the exhaust has clearance from nearby components.

Fitment

Vehicle Model years Engine Configuration Application restrictions
Audi A3 2006–2013 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions 8P front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange 8P front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Audi A3 quattro 2009–2013 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions 8P quattro; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange 8P quattro; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Audi Q3 2015–2018 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions 8U front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange 8U front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Audi Q3 quattro 2015–2018 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions 8U quattro; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange 8U quattro; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Audi TT 2008–2009 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Mk2 front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Mk2 front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Audi TT quattro 2009–2015 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Mk2 quattro; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; not 3.2L or TT RS; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Mk2 quattro; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; not 3.2L or TT RS; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Audi TTS quattro 2009–2015 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Mk2 TTS; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Mk2 TTS; 2.0L turbo gasoline only; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen GTI 2006–2008 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Mk5 turbocharger outlet; 2.0L turbo gasoline; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Mk5 turbocharger outlet; 2.0L turbo gasoline; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen GTI 2009 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Mk5; 2.0L turbo gasoline; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Mk5; 2.0L turbo gasoline; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen GTI 2010–2014 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Mk6; CCTA / CBFA 2.0L turbo gasoline engines; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Mk6; CCTA / CBFA 2.0L turbo gasoline engines; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2012–2013 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Sedan; 2.0L turbo gasoline; matching four-fastener outlet flange; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Sedan; 2.0L turbo gasoline; matching four-fastener outlet flange; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen CC 2009–2017 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions Front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline; not 3.6L; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange Front-wheel drive; 2.0L turbo gasoline; not 3.6L; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen Tiguan 2009–2017 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions First-generation 2.0L turbo gasoline; FWD / AWD; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange First-generation 2.0L turbo gasoline; FWD / AWD; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 2018 2.0L turbo gasoline; see application restrictions First-generation Limited; 2.0L turbo gasoline; Transmission does not determine the specified turbo outlet flange First-generation Limited; 2.0L turbo gasoline; factory turbo/downpipe flange must specify 1K0253115AB. Confirm flange if aftermarket exhaust hardware is installed.
Volkswagen Golf R 2012–2013 2.0L turbo gasoline Mk6; 4Motion; factory four-fastener turbo outlet; Six-speed manual Turbo-to-downpipe gasket for matching four-fastener flange. Confirm original turbo and flange before ordering; modified exhaust requires direct comparison.
Volkswagen Passat 2006–2010 2.0L turbo gasoline B6 sedan / wagon; front-wheel drive; excludes 3.6L; Factory gearbox; specified exhaust flange determines assignment Turbo-to-downpipe gasket for matching four-fastener flange. Confirm original turbo and flange before ordering; modified exhaust requires direct comparison.
Volkswagen Eos 2007–2015 2.0L turbo gasoline 2.0T convertible; excludes 3.2L; Factory gearbox; specified exhaust flange determines assignment Turbo-to-downpipe gasket for matching four-fastener flange. Confirm original turbo and flange before ordering; modified exhaust requires direct comparison.
Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2006–2008 2.0L turbo gasoline Mk5 GLI; 2.0T FSI; excludes other Jetta engines; Factory gearbox; specified exhaust flange determines assignment Turbo-to-downpipe gasket for matching four-fastener flange. Confirm original turbo and flange before ordering; modified exhaust requires direct comparison.

Confirm the original turbocharger outlet and converter inlet flange before ordering. Modified exhaust assemblies require direct gasket comparison.