Darkside Catalytic converter delete pipe for Audi B8.5 / C7 platform 3.0 V6 TDI engines

Why this product?

On this engine, the DPF is a well-known weak point: premature clogging on short or city trips, repeated forced regenerations, and the engine warning light coming on. A scenario many owners run into while searching for a solution on forums.

• Perceived gains in performance and driving pleasure
• Aerospace-grade stainless steel construction
• Optimized diameter for maximum flow
• Gaskets included
• Designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom

Exact fitment

• Audi A4 / Avant: CKVB (245) CKVC (245)
• Audi A4 / S4 / Avant / quattro: CKVB (245) CKVC (245)
• Audi A4 allroad quattro: CKVC (245) CKVB (245)
• Audi A5 / S5 Cabriolet: CKVD (218) CKVC (245)
• Audi A5 / S5 Coupe Sport: CKVD (218) CKVC (245) CKVB (245)
• Audi A6 / Avant: CZVC (211) CRTF (211) CZVD (211) CZVA (218) CRTE (218) CZVB (218) CKVB (245) CKVC (245) CRTD (272)
• Audi A6 / S6 / Avant / quattro: CZVC (211) CRTF (211) CZVD (211) CZVA (218) CRTE (218) CZVB (218) CKVB (245) CKVC (245) CRTD (272)
• Audi A6 allroad quattro: CZVF (190) CRTF (211) CZVC (211) CZVA (218) CRTE (218) CKVC (245) CRTD (272)
• Audi A7 Sportback: CZVF (190) CZVC (211) CZVD (211) CRTF (211) CRTE (218) CZVA (218) CZVB (218) CKVC (245) CKVB (245) CRTD (272)
• Audi A7 Sportback: CZVE (190)
• Audi A6 / Avant: CPNB (239)
• Audi A6 / S6 / Avant / quattro: CPNB (239)
• Audi A7 Sportback: CPNB (239)
• Audi Q5: CPNB (239)

Several engines may exist within the same generation: check the exact engine code (vehicle registration document or engine plate) before ordering.

Kit contents

• 1 x 3" Stainless De-Cat Pipe
• 1 x Genuine Gasket
• 3 x Nuts

Replaced OEM part numbers

Genuine VW DPF: 4G0254400A

To plan for before installation

A suitable ECU tuning is essential to clear fault codes and avoid limp mode, not included in this kit.