From 2005 to 2010, a Polish plant produced the 1.3-liter Opel Z13DTH or L4I diesel engine, which was fitted to the company’s two most well-liked models, the Astra and Corsa. This power unit was essentially a variation of the Fiat 199A3000 diesel engine.
The engines Z13DTJ, Z17DTH, Z19DT, and Z19DTH are also members of the Z family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Opel Astra H (A04) in 2005 – 2010;
- Opel Corsa D (S07) in 2006 – 2010.
Specifications
| Production years | 2005-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 1248 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 90 |
| Torque output, Nm | 200 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 69.6 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 82 |
| Compression ratio | 17.6 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.3 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Opel Astra 2007) — city — highway — combined |
6.5 4.3 5.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
| Weight, kg | 140 |
Disadvantages of the Z13DTH engine
Here, a drop in the oil level frequently results in a chain jump and rocker breakage;
The timing chain has a very limited resource, particularly its hydraulic tensioner;
The engine stalls as soon as it starts and the EGR valve sticks due to pollution;
Additionally, the thermostat frequently leaks, and the motor is terrified of low antifreeze levels;
Fuel gets into the lubricant when the diesel particulate filter burns, necessitating its replacement.