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CTS Turbo IS38 Replacement Turbocharger (15-20 A3/S3, 16-23 TT/TTS, 15-19 Golf/R, 15-21 GTI, 19+ GLI)

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SKU: 112812
MPN: CTS-TR-1000

Product Details

Description

CTS Turbo is proud to announce our CTS IS38 replacement turbocharger for MQB vehicles.

Their IS38 replacement turbocharger can be installed into 2015+ MQB vehicles as a direct replacement for IS38 turbo; or as an upgrade to IS12 and IS20.

Please note that proper tuning software must be used when upgrading from a smaller turbo – check with your tuning software provider. Any IS38 software is compatible.

A downpipe and intercooler are recommended if retrofitting into Golf/GTI/A3/GLI

Includes:

- Replacement IS38

Hardware required (not included)

  • 06L253039A – Turbo Inlet Gasket
  • 5Q0253115B – Turbo Outlet Seal
  • WHT007210 – Turbo Mount Nuts (x4)
  • N90067202 – Turbo Oil Line O-ring (x2)
  • WHT006112 – Turbo Oil Line Gasket
  • WHT006113 – Turbo Oil Line Gasket
  • WHT006114 – Coolant Hose O-Ring
  • WHT006124 – Coolant Hose O-Ring
  • WHT005558 – Coolant Hose O-Ring

Please Note:

This turbo is a replacement, not a genuine IS38. It is built to the OEM tolerance and features an upgraded turbine shaft and bearings for better longevity under elevated boost scenarios. 

Product Features

  • Exact replacement for factory IHI IS38 turbo
  • Upgraded turbine shaft and bearings
  • Stainless steel turbine housing
  • Manufactured to OEM-spec tolerances

installation

Installation is a straight-forward replacement of the factory turbo, using all OEM gaskets and hardware. Simply transfer your diverter valve or BOV and wastegate actuator (not included).

warranty

  • 1 year manufacturer defect warranty on CTS products only (excl. turbochargers).
  • 6 months manufacturer defect warranty on CTS brand turbochargers.
  • No warranty on ANY electrical or fuelling components.

CTS Turbo Warranty Information

Fitment Guide

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Fitment Guide
Start Year End Year Make Model Submodel Cyl Lit Fuel FuelDel ASP EngDesg Notes
2015 2016 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET PREMIUM
CABRIOLET PREMIUM PLUS
CABRIOLET PRESTIGE
PREMIUM
PREMIUM PLUS
PRESTIGE
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2015 2020 AUDI A3 QUATTRO CABRIOLET PREMIUM
CABRIOLET PREMIUM PLUS
CABRIOLET PRESTIGE
PREMIUM
PREMIUM PLUS
PRESTIGE
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2015 2020 AUDI S3 PREMIUM PLUS
PRESTIGE
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL  
2016 2023 AUDI TT QUATTRO S L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL  
2016 2023 AUDI TT QUATTRO BASE
COUPE
ROADSTER
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2015 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF LAUNCH EDITION
S
SE
SEL
TSI
WOLFSBURG EDITION
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2015 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL  
2017 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF ALLTRACK S
SE
SEL
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2015 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN S
SE
SEL
S 4MOTION
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2019 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN S 4MOTION L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2015 2021 VOLKSWAGEN GTI AUTOBAHN
RABBIT EDITION
S
SE
SPORT
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 
2019 2023 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI S
GLI 35TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
GLI AUTOBAHN
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL Proper IS38 Software is Required 

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  • CTS IS38 Replacement Turbo

    Turbo lasted about 5,000 miles on my MK7 GTI before the nut backed off of the shaft and blew the turbo. I would recommend buying any other turbo then one that CTS makes. I will never purchase another CTS product due to their lack of quality.

    Drew Osterman