Audi A5 8T Oil Sump Cup Insert Baffle Plate Cover 1.8 2.0 TFSI Petrol 06H103138E

Audi A5 8T Oil Sump Cup Insert Baffle Plate Cover 1.8 2.0 TFSI Petrol is an original component from the Oil sumps group, designed for TFSI petrol engines in the Audi A5 8T model. This used insert ensures a factory-fit to the engine block, maintaining the correct geometry of oil channels and stable operating conditions for the lubrication system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 06H103138E
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 06H103138E
• Substitutable numbers: 06H103138E, 06H 103 138 E
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Part type: Oil Sump
• Category: Oil Sumps

Purpose and function of the oil sump insert

The oil sump insert in TFSI petrol engines is responsible for the proper guidance of oil, its return to the lower part of the unit, and the stabilization of the lubricant level during acceleration, braking, and cornering. This component works with the lubrication system, supporting:

• maintaining an adequate oil level in the area of the oil pump pickup,
• reducing oil foaming during dynamic driving,
• controlled drainage of oil from the upper parts of the engine.

By maintaining the original design, the insert helps to keep stable oil pressure, which translates into safe operation of the bearings, crankshaft, and timing system.

Compatibility with TFSI petrol engines

The presented insert is designed for TFSI petrol engines used in the Audi A5 8T with 1.8 and 2.0 capacities. This means that its shape, mounting points, and oil channel layout are matched to the architecture of these power units, without the need for modifications or alterations.

Choosing an original insert from the same design family allows for maintaining lubrication system operating parameters in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, which is particularly important in turbocharged engines that are sensitive to the quality and continuity of lubrication.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered oil sump insert is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and retains its factory geometry and mounting points. This type of part is a good solution in situations where:

• mechanical damage to the original sump or insert has occurred (e.g., after hitting an obstacle),
• it is necessary to replace the component as part of a lubrication system repair,
• you are looking for a part with a design consistent with the manufacturer's original project.

Choosing an original, used component allows for maintaining structural consistency with the rest of the system, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of fitment issues.

Benefits of using an original oil sump insert

Using a dedicated oil sump insert in an Audi A5 8T with a TFSI petrol engine brings a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fit – maintaining the original geometry of oil channels and mounting points.
• Stable lubrication – support for maintaining the proper oil level in critical engine areas.
• Trouble-free installation – design consistent with the manufacturer's project, with no need for adaptation.
• Consistency with other system components – compatibility with the oil sump, pump pickup, and engine accessories.

For workshops and individual users, this means a predictable installation process and a reduction in the risk of leaks or improper oil circulation.

Expanding the scope of service work

Replacing the oil sump insert is often part of a broader lubrication system service, including inspection of the sump, seals, pump pickup, and oil condition. It is worth paying attention to the cleanliness of the mating surfaces, correct bolt tightening, and the use of appropriate sealing materials in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as sump bodies, service covers, or additional oil guide inserts, check the available parts in the Audi Oil sumps category.

For users who are simultaneously servicing the braking system or considering the purchase of used components, a guide describing the safe selection of parts may be helpful – detailed tips can be found in the article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?.