Description
Vehicle Compatibility
This clutch pilot bearing (catalogue reference BEARING PILOT NEEDLE ID154/OD21/W15) is suitable for a wide range of VW, Audi, Seat, Mazda and Opel models that use the listed engines and gearboxes. Always match by engine code and year range before ordering.
Audi
- Audi 500 C2 Saloon (431, 433, 434) 1976–1984: 1.6 (YV) – 63 kW / 85 HP
- Audi 500 C3 Saloon (443, 444) 1982–1991: 1.8 (DS, JW, NP, SH) – 66 kW / 90 HP
- Audi 80 B1 Saloon (80, 82) 1972–1978: 1.5 (ZB) – 55 kW / 75 HP
- Audi 80 B1 Saloon (80, 82) 1972–1978: 1.5 (ZC) – 63 kW / 85 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 (8P1) 2003–2012: 1.9 TDI (BKC, BLS, BXE) – 77 kW / 105 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 (8P1) 2003–2012: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD, CBAB, CFFB, CLJA) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 (8P1) 2003–2012: 3.2 V6 quattro (BDB, BMJ, BUB) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 (8V1, 8VK) 2012–2018: 2.0 TDI (CRFC) – 105 kW / 143 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 Sportback (8PA) 2005–2013: 1.9 TDI (BKC, BLS, BXE) – 77 kW / 105 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 Sportback (8PA) 2005–2013: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD, CBAB, CFFB, CLJA) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 Sportback (8PA) 2005–2013: 3.2 V6 quattro (BDB, BMJ, BUB) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2013–2021: 2.0 TDI (CRBC, CRLB, CRUA, DBGA, DCYA, DEJA, DFGA) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Audi A3 / S3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) 2013–2021: 2.0 TDI (CRFC) – 105 kW / 143 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B6 (8E2) 2001–2005: 1.8 T (BEX) – 140 kW / 190 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B6 (8E2) 2001–2005: 1.8 T (BFB) – 120 kW / 163 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B6 (8E2) 2001–2005: 1.9 TDI (AVF, AWX) – 96 kW / 130 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B6 (8E2) 2001–2005: 2.0 (ALT) – 96 kW / 130 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B7 (8EC) 2005–2009: 1.8 T (BFB) – 120 kW / 163 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B7 (8EC) 2005–2009: 2.0 (ALT) – 96 kW / 130 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B7 Avant (8ED) 2005–2008: 1.8 T (BFB) – 120 kW / 163 HP
- Audi A4 / S4 B7 Avant (8ED) 2005–2008: 2.0 (ALT) – 96 kW / 130 HP
- Audi A4 B5 (8D2) 1995–2001: 1.8 (ADR, APT, ARG, AVV) – 92 kW / 125 HP
- Audi A4 B5 (8D2) 1995–2001: 1.8 (AFY) – 85 kW / 115 HP
- Audi A4 B5 (8D2) 1995–2001: 1.8 T (AEB, ANB, APU, ARK, AWT) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Audi A4 B5 Avant (8D5) 1997–2001: 1.8 (ADR, APT, ARG, AVV) – 92 kW / 125 HP
- Audi A4 B5 Avant (8D5) 1997–2001: 1.8 T (AEB, ANB, APU, ARK, AWT) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Audi A6 / S6 C5 (4B2, 4B4) 1997–2004: 1.8 T (AEB, ANB, APU, ARK, AWT) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Audi A6 / S6 C5 (4B2, 4B4) 1997–2004: 1.9 TDI (AVF, AWX) – 96 kW / 130 HP
- Audi TT (8J3) 2006–2015: 2.0 TFSI (BWA) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Audi TT (8J3) 2006–2015: 3.2 V6 quattro (BUB, CBRA) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Audi TT (8N3) 1998–2007: 3.2 VR6 quattro (BHE) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Audi TT Roadster (8J9) 2007–2014: 2.0 TFSI (BWA) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Audi TT Roadster (8J9) 2007–2014: 3.2 V6 quattro (BUB, CBRA) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Audi TT Roadster (8N9) 1999–2007: 3.2 VR6 quattro (BHE) – 184 kW / 250 HP
Mazda
- Mazda 3 Sport (BK) 2003–2009: 1.6 (BK14) (Z601, Z627) – 77 kW / 105 HP
Opel
- Opel Omega B (V94) 1994–2003: 2.2 16V (F69, M69, P69) (Y 22 XE, Z 22 XE) – 106 kW / 144 HP
- Opel Rekord E1 (17_, 11_, 14_, 16_, 18_, 19_) 1980–1986: 2.0 E (20 E) – 81 kW / 110 HP
- Opel Senator A (29_) 1983–1984: 2.0 E (H 20 E) – 85 kW / 115 HP
Seat
- Seat Altea (5P1) 2004–2025: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD, CFHC) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Seat Ibiza III (6L1) 2002–2009: 1.6 (BAH) – 74 kW / 101 HP
- Seat Leon (1P1) 2005–2012: 2.0 TDI (BMM) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Seat Leon (1P1) 2005–2012: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD, CFHC, CLCB) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Seat Leon (1P1) 2005–2012: 2.0 TFSI (BWA) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Seat Leon (1P1) 2005–2012: 2.0 TFSI (BWJ, CDLD) – 177 kW / 240 HP
Volkswagen
- Volkswagen Arteon (3H7, 3H8) 2017–2020: 2.0 TDI (CRGA) – 130 kW / 177 HP
- Volkswagen Beetle (9C1, 1C1) 2000–2012: 1.8 T (AGU, APH, AVC, AWU, AWV, BKF) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Volkswagen Caddy III Box/MPV (2KA, 2KH, 2CA, 2CH) 2004–2016: 1.9 TDI (BJB, BLS) – 77 kW / 105 HP
- Volkswagen Caddy III MPV (2KB, 2KJ, 2CB, 2CJ) 2004–2016: 1.9 TDI (BJB, BLS) – 77 kW / 105 HP
- Volkswagen CC B6 (357) 2009–2012: 2.0 TDI (CBBB, CFGB, CLLA) – 125 kW / 170 HP
- Volkswagen Eos (1F7, 1F8) 2007–2011: 2.0 TFSI (BWA, CAWB, CBFA, CCZA) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Volkswagen Golf III (1H1) 1991–2000: 1.6 (AEK, AFT, AKS) – 74 kW / 101 HP
- Volkswagen Golf III (1H1) 1991–2000: 1.8 (AAM) – 55 kW / 75 HP
- Volkswagen Golf III (1H1) 1991–2000: 1.8 (ABS, ACC, ADZ) – 66 kW / 90 HP
- Volkswagen Golf III (1H1) 1991–2000: 2.0 (2E, ABA, ADY, AGG, AKR) – 85 kW / 115 HP
- Volkswagen Golf III (1H1) 1991–2000: 2.0 GTI 16V (ABF) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Volkswagen Golf V (1K1) 2003–2009: 1.9 TDI (BKC, BLS, BXE) – 77 kW / 105 HP
- Volkswagen Golf V (1K1) 2003–2009: 2.0 GTI (AXX, BWA, CAWB) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Volkswagen Golf V (1K1) 2003–2009: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Volkswagen Golf V (1K1) 2003–2009: 3.2 R32 4motion (BUB, CBRA) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Volkswagen Golf VI (5K1) 2008–2013: 2.0 TDI (CBAB, CFFB, CJAA) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Volkswagen Golf VII (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2012–2025: 2.0 GTD (CRGA) – 130 kW / 177 HP
- Volkswagen Golf VII (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2012–2025: 2.0 TDI (CRBC, CRLB, CRMB, CRUA, DCYA, DEJA, DFGA) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Volkswagen Golf VII (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2012–2025: 2.0 TDI (CRVA, CYKB, DCYB, DEJB, DFGB) – 81 kW / 110 HP
- Volkswagen Jetta V (1K2) 2005–2011: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD, CBDB, CJAA) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Volkswagen Jetta V (1K2) 2005–2011: 2.0 TFSI (AXX, BPY, BWA, CAWB, CBFA, CCTA) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Volkswagen Jetta VI (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2010–2025: 2.0 TDI (CFFB, CFHC, CJAA, CLCB) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B1 Variant (33) 1976–1980: 1.6 (YN) – 55 kW / 75 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B2 (32B) 1980–1988: 1.6 (WV, WY, YN) – 55 kW / 75 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B2 (32B) 1980–1988: 1.6 (YP) – 63 kW / 85 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B2 (32B) 1980–1988: 1.8 (DS, JN, JV) – 66 kW / 90 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B5 (3B2) 1999–2001: 1.8 T (AEB, ANB, APU) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B5.5 (3B3) 2000–2005: 1.8 T 20V (AWT) – 110 kW / 150 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B5.5 (3B3) 2000–2005: 1.9 TDI (AVF, AWX) – 96 kW / 130 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C2) 2005–2011: 2.0 TDI (CBDC) – 81 kW / 110 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C2) 2005–2011: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKP, CBAB) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C2) 2005–2011: 2.0 TFSI (AXX, BPY, BWA, CAWB, CBFA, CCTA, CCZA) – 147 kW / 200 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B6 (3C2) 2005–2011: 3.2 FSI 4motion (AXZ) – 184 kW / 250 HP
- Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G2, CB2) 2015–2019: 2.0 TDI (CRGA) – 130 kW / 177 HP
- Volkswagen Polo II (9N, 9A) 2001–2010: 1.6 (BAH) – 74 kW / 101 HP
- Volkswagen Touran (1T1, 1T2) 2003–2011: 1.9 TDI (BKC, BLS, BXE) – 77 kW / 105 HP
- Volkswagen Touran (1T1, 1T2) 2003–2011: 2.0 TDI 16V (BKD) – 103 kW / 140 HP
- Volkswagen Touran (1T3) 2010–2016: 2.0 TDI (CFHF, CLCA) – 81 kW / 110 HP
Note: Also listed for VW Kombi 1.8 applications in various catalogues. Always confirm by VIN, gearbox code and bearing dimensions before fitment.
Specifications
- Part type: Clutch pilot bearing (needle bearing)
- Catalogue reference: BEARING PILOT NEEDLE ID154/OD21/W15
- Inside diameter: ID154 (as per manufacturer catalogue reference)
- Outer diameter: 21 mm
- Width: 15 mm
- Function: Supports gearbox input shaft in the rear of the crankshaft or flywheel
- Typical applications: Audi A3, A4, A6, TT, VW Golf, Jetta, Passat, Polo, Touran, Caddy, Beetle, Arteon, Seat Leon and Altea, Mazda 3, Opel Omega, Senator and Rekord models as listed above
- Operating system: Manual transmission applications using the specified engines and gearboxes
- SKU: 101052
Features
- Correct needle bearing design to support the gearbox input shaft under clutch load.
- Helps reduce noise, vibration and harshness during clutch engagement and gear changes.
- Designed for a wide range of VAG platforms with matching engine and gearbox codes.
- Compact dimensions to match OEM fitment in the crankshaft or flywheel recess.
- Durable construction for long service life when installed with a quality clutch kit.
- Suitable for both petrol and diesel engines where listed, from classic models up to newer platforms.
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- Knowledgeable support team to help confirm fitment using your VIN, engine code and gearbox details.
- Competitive pricing on premium replacement parts for modern and older VAG platforms.
- Simple returns process if the part is incorrectly supplied and remains unused and clean in the original packaging.
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Installation & Maintenance Tips
- Always have clutch and drivetrain work carried out by a qualified workshop familiar with Audi, VW, Seat, Mazda and Opel vehicles.
- Inspect the old pilot bearing for wear, noise or damage whenever the gearbox is removed, and replace it together with the clutch kit where possible.
- Ensure the crankshaft or flywheel recess is clean and free of rust or debris before pressing in the new bearing.
- Use the correct tools to press the bearing squarely into place without damage to the needles or housing.
- Lightly lubricate according to manufacturer recommendations, avoiding contamination of the clutch friction surfaces.
- After installation, check input shaft play and alignment before refitting the gearbox to prevent premature wear or noise.
- If any abnormal noise, vibration or difficulty selecting gears is noticed after installation, stop driving and have the system inspected immediately.