VW Sharan 7N Seat Alhambra Bare Engine DFLA 2.0 TDI 150HP 99k miles, WARRANTY

Warranty and technical condition of the part

The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.

The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.

Listing details

The offer applies to a bare engine.

The engine is sold without accessories (e.g. alternator, starter motor, manifolds, injectors, turbocharger, etc.).

VW Sharan 7N Seat Alhambra Bare Engine DFLA 2.0 TDI 150HP 99k miles, WARRANTY is a used, complete block with cylinder head, sold without ancillaries, designed for professional engine replacement in VAG group vehicles. This is an ideal solution for workshops and conscious users looking for a verified engine block with known origin and consistent, even wear. By maintaining factory specifications, the engine provides a solid base for re-installing your existing components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 04L100036M-2
• Mark: Seat
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 04L100036M
• Substitutable numbers: 04L100036M, 04L 100 036 M, 04L100036MX, 04L 100 036 MX
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Part type: Engine Long Block
• Category: Engines
• Engine code: DFLA
• Mileage: 99 000

Technical characteristics of the DFLA 2.0 TDI engine block

The presented bare engine block belongs to a family of modern TDI diesel units, designed to combine economical operation with adequate dynamics for everyday driving. The four-cylinder construction ensures good refinement while keeping the weight of the powertrain low, which promotes fuel efficiency.

The engine with the DFLA code is a popular choice for replacements in the VW Sharan 7N and Seat Alhambra due to its compatibility with factory control and drive systems. The bare block allows you to transfer existing ancillaries from your damaged unit, which facilitates maintaining the vehicle's original configuration and reduces the overall cost of the operation.

Application in VW Sharan 7N and Seat Alhambra

The engine was designed for installation in large family vans, where stable torque characteristics and the ability to travel comfortably under full load are essential. In the VW Sharan 7N and Seat Alhambra, the 2.0 TDI 150HP unit works well with both manual and automatic transmissions (depending on the vehicle configuration), ensuring smooth acceleration and trouble-free highway driving.

The bare block is particularly useful in situations where there has been serious mechanical damage to the previous engine (e.g., seizure, block damage), while the ancillaries remain in a condition suitable for further use. This scenario allows for the rational use of existing components and shortens the repair time.

Benefits of choosing a used bare engine block

Choosing a used DFLA 2.0 TDI 150HP block is a compromise between cost and functionality. You receive a complete mechanical engine base that, after transferring the ancillaries, can continue to operate in the vehicle for a long time, provided it receives proper maintenance. The known mileage of the unit allows for a better assessment of its operational potential and helps in planning future service intervals.

The bare block also facilitates workshop work – the mechanic has access to key structural elements and can perform inspections of seals, glow plug sockets, oil and coolant channels, and, if necessary, carry out additional preventive maintenance before installation in the vehicle.

Seat engines – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Seat and need other components from the same group, such as blocks, cylinder heads, or complete power units, check out the available parts in the Seat Engines category.

Technical knowledge and operation of power units

When replacing a power unit, it is worth knowing the typical problems occurring in various designs to avoid costly mistakes. A good point of reference can be an article describing critical solutions in other popular models – for example, faulty BMW E90 engines and their most common failures shows how important proper diagnostics and the selection of the right replacement or used engine is.

Additionally, with every block replacement, it is worth paying attention to the condition of the cooling system, oil system, and ancillaries so that the newly installed unit can operate under stable thermal and lubrication conditions. Such an approach significantly extends the engine's lifespan and reduces the risk of unplanned vehicle downtime.