Manual Gearbox Volkswagen VW Golf 6 2.0 TDI 5 Speed KQM 0A4300045S WARRANTY

Listing details

The gearboxes are sold with a 90-day warranty! They were tested before removal and are in full working order.

Manual Gearbox Volkswagen VW Golf 6 2.0 TDI 5 Speed KQM is an original, used manual gearbox designed for 2.0 TDI diesel units in the sixth-generation Golf model. It is a solution for users who expect factory-standard transmission performance while maintaining reasonable drivetrain repair costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0A4300045S
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0A4300045S
• Substitutable numbers: 0A4300045S, 0A4 300 045 S, 0A4300045SX, 0A4 300 045 SX
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Gearbox type: Manual
• Category: Manual Transmission

Purpose and compatibility

The presented gearbox belongs to the Manual Gearbox category and has been designed to work with the Diesel engine in the Volkswagen Golf 6 2.0 TDI. The appropriate gear ratio configuration and matching to the torque of the TDI unit ensure predictable vehicle behavior both in city traffic and during highway driving.

Thanks to the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications, installing the gearbox in the vehicle does not require structural modifications, which facilitates service work and reduces the risk of compatibility issues with electronics and drivetrain accessories.

Construction and operating characteristics

The KQM gearbox is a classic manual transmission, where control is performed mechanically using a gear lever and selector system. The applied design is known for good gear shifting repeatability and predictable, linear torque transfer to the drive wheels.

In combination with a Diesel engine, the transmission provides:

• efficient use of the low and medium RPM range,
• stable acceleration without jerking,
• the possibility of economical driving while maintaining optimal engine RPM.

This type of construction is valued in workshops for its predictable maintenance and the availability of repair and adjustment procedures.

Using a manual gearbox with a Diesel engine

Combining a diesel engine with a manual gearbox in the Golf 6 2.0 TDI allows the driver to fully control the RPM range, which is particularly important during dynamic overtaking and driving under load. Properly selected gear ratios promote low fuel consumption while maintaining drivetrain flexibility.

Such a drivetrain setup is often chosen by users who value simplicity of construction, predictable service costs, and the ability to precisely adapt driving style to road conditions.

Benefits of choosing an original used gearbox

Choosing an original, used gearbox for the Volkswagen Golf 6 2.0 TDI allows you to maintain the factory performance characteristics of the drivetrain without the need to invest in costly regeneration. This type of component, sourced from dismantling, retains its original geometry and operating parameters, which facilitates diagnostics and subsequent service maintenance.

To better understand the differences between installing an original transmission and the regeneration process, it is worth reading an article describing typical symptoms of damage and repair costs – a detailed discussion can be found in the material Manual gearbox failures in cars – why is an original used part a more sensible choice than regeneration?.

Volkswagen manual gearboxes – expansion and service

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as transmission housings, selector elements, or additional mounting sub-assemblies, check the available parts in the Volkswagen manual gearboxes category.

Summary

Manual Gearbox Volkswagen VW Golf 6 2.0 TDI 5 Speed KQM is a proposal for drivers and workshops that expect to maintain factory drivetrain performance while limiting replacement costs. The manual construction working with a Diesel engine ensures predictable performance, good flexibility, and the possibility of economical driving, remaining a solution that is technically consistent with the manufacturer's assumptions.