Dorman 918-557 Intercooler
Dorman 918-557 Intercooler for Volkswagen and Audi
Dorman 918-557 is a direct replacement air intercooler for select Volkswagen and Audi turbocharged applications. It is built to address OE intercoolers that have failed from oil contamination or leaks, with dimensional, corrosion, and flow testing used to verify fit and performance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement intercooler for specific vehicle applications
- Aluminum core construction with metallic gray/black finish
- Quick-connect outlet design with male inlet and outlet fittings
- Core dimensions: 30 in. core length, 16.5 in. core height, 1.3 in. core thickness
- Overall dimensions: 32 in. length, 16.3 in. width, 16 in. height, 5.5 in. thickness
- Inlet outside diameter: 2.3 in.; outlet outside diameter: 2.5 in.
- Performance-grade replacement for front-mounted charge-air cooling systems
Detailed Description
This Dorman intercooler, part number 918-557, is engineered as a specific-fit replacement for select Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Beetle, Caddy, and Audi TT/TTS Quattro models. It is intended for turbocharged air-charge cooling systems where the original intercooler has been compromised by oil contamination, leakage, or reduced flow. The aluminum core and tested dimensions help support proper installation and consistent airflow through the charge-air path. This part cross-references Nissens 96568 for the same application.
Vehicle coverage includes Fits 2014-2022 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Fits 2019 Volkswagen Caddy, N/A; Fits 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 2012-2015 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; Fits 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with intercooler at front of vehicle; Fits 2011-2014 Audi TT, N/A without “Y” in lower left air pipe; Fits 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with air pipes attach with clamp; Fits 2011-2012 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with air pipes attach with clamp; Fits 2012-2013 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; and Fits 2011 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A.
Common Replacement Reasons
- Intercooler leakage from age, corrosion, or impact damage
- Oil contamination inside the charge-air cooler
- Reduced boost-air cooling efficiency
- Cracked or weakened OE intercooler housing
- Fitment issues after replacing damaged air pipes or clamps
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify inlet and outlet diameters, mounting points, and air-pipe configuration before installation. Some listed applications require specific pipe routing, including clamp-style air pipe attachment or a lower left air pipe without a “Y” fitting. Confirm the vehicle’s front-mounted intercooler layout and compare the original unit to this replacement before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this intercooler to dimensional, corrosion, and flow testing to help confirm proper fit and performance. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment intercooler on the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications.
Dorman 918-557 Intercooler
Dorman 918-557 Intercooler for Volkswagen and Audi
Dorman 918-557 is a direct replacement air intercooler for select Volkswagen and Audi turbocharged applications. It is built to address OE intercoolers that have failed from oil contamination or leaks, with dimensional, corrosion, and flow testing used to verify fit and performance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement intercooler for specific vehicle applications
- Aluminum core construction with metallic gray/black finish
- Quick-connect outlet design with male inlet and outlet fittings
- Core dimensions: 30 in. core length, 16.5 in. core height, 1.3 in. core thickness
- Overall dimensions: 32 in. length, 16.3 in. width, 16 in. height, 5.5 in. thickness
- Inlet outside diameter: 2.3 in.; outlet outside diameter: 2.5 in.
- Performance-grade replacement for front-mounted charge-air cooling systems
Detailed Description
This Dorman intercooler, part number 918-557, is engineered as a specific-fit replacement for select Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Beetle, Caddy, and Audi TT/TTS Quattro models. It is intended for turbocharged air-charge cooling systems where the original intercooler has been compromised by oil contamination, leakage, or reduced flow. The aluminum core and tested dimensions help support proper installation and consistent airflow through the charge-air path. This part cross-references Nissens 96568 for the same application.
Vehicle coverage includes Fits 2014-2022 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Fits 2019 Volkswagen Caddy, N/A; Fits 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 2012-2015 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; Fits 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with intercooler at front of vehicle; Fits 2011-2014 Audi TT, N/A without “Y” in lower left air pipe; Fits 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with air pipes attach with clamp; Fits 2011-2012 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with air pipes attach with clamp; Fits 2012-2013 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; and Fits 2011 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A.
Common Replacement Reasons
- Intercooler leakage from age, corrosion, or impact damage
- Oil contamination inside the charge-air cooler
- Reduced boost-air cooling efficiency
- Cracked or weakened OE intercooler housing
- Fitment issues after replacing damaged air pipes or clamps
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify inlet and outlet diameters, mounting points, and air-pipe configuration before installation. Some listed applications require specific pipe routing, including clamp-style air pipe attachment or a lower left air pipe without a “Y” fitting. Confirm the vehicle’s front-mounted intercooler layout and compare the original unit to this replacement before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this intercooler to dimensional, corrosion, and flow testing to help confirm proper fit and performance. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment intercooler on the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications.
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Dorman 918-557 Intercooler for Volkswagen and Audi
Dorman 918-557 is a direct replacement air intercooler for select Volkswagen and Audi turbocharged applications. It is built to address OE intercoolers that have failed from oil contamination or leaks, with dimensional, corrosion, and flow testing used to verify fit and performance.
Key Features
- Direct replacement intercooler for specific vehicle applications
- Aluminum core construction with metallic gray/black finish
- Quick-connect outlet design with male inlet and outlet fittings
- Core dimensions: 30 in. core length, 16.5 in. core height, 1.3 in. core thickness
- Overall dimensions: 32 in. length, 16.3 in. width, 16 in. height, 5.5 in. thickness
- Inlet outside diameter: 2.3 in.; outlet outside diameter: 2.5 in.
- Performance-grade replacement for front-mounted charge-air cooling systems
Detailed Description
This Dorman intercooler, part number 918-557, is engineered as a specific-fit replacement for select Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Beetle, Caddy, and Audi TT/TTS Quattro models. It is intended for turbocharged air-charge cooling systems where the original intercooler has been compromised by oil contamination, leakage, or reduced flow. The aluminum core and tested dimensions help support proper installation and consistent airflow through the charge-air path. This part cross-references Nissens 96568 for the same application.
Vehicle coverage includes Fits 2014-2022 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Fits 2019 Volkswagen Caddy, N/A; Fits 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Fits 2012-2015 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; Fits 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with intercooler at front of vehicle; Fits 2011-2014 Audi TT, N/A without “Y” in lower left air pipe; Fits 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with air pipes attach with clamp; Fits 2011-2012 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A with air pipes attach with clamp; Fits 2012-2013 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; and Fits 2011 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A.
Common Replacement Reasons
- Intercooler leakage from age, corrosion, or impact damage
- Oil contamination inside the charge-air cooler
- Reduced boost-air cooling efficiency
- Cracked or weakened OE intercooler housing
- Fitment issues after replacing damaged air pipes or clamps
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify inlet and outlet diameters, mounting points, and air-pipe configuration before installation. Some listed applications require specific pipe routing, including clamp-style air pipe attachment or a lower left air pipe without a “Y” fitting. Confirm the vehicle’s front-mounted intercooler layout and compare the original unit to this replacement before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman subjects this intercooler to dimensional, corrosion, and flow testing to help confirm proper fit and performance. The part is built as a direct replacement for the original equipment intercooler on the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications.
