Produced between 1998 and 2000, the 1.6-liter Ford L1N or Mondeo 1.6 Zetec E 16v engine was fitted to multiple bodies of the second generation of the well-known Mondeo model. Several changes were made to this power unit under the slightly different indices L1L and L1Q.
The engines L1E, L1N, EYDC, RKB, NGA, EYDB, EDDB, and EDDC are also members of the Zetec family.
The engine was installed on:
- Ford Mondeo Mk2 in 1998 – 2000.
Specifications
| Production years | 1998-2000 |
| Displacement, cc | 1597 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 95 |
| Torque output, Nm | 142 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 88 |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.25 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Ford Mondeo 1999) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 5.9 7.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
Disadvantages of the Ford L1N engine
Despite its lack of power, this power unit is incredibly dependable and creative;
Clogged fuel pump filters are the main issue for owners;
At a range of 60,000 kilometers, the timing belt and bypass roller may need to be replaced;
Oil leaks typically originate from the front and rear crankshaft oil seals; since hydraulic lifters are not included, you will need to adjust the valves.