The company’s popular models, including the Agila, Corsa, and Meriva, were equipped with the 1.3-liter diesel Opel Z13DTJ or LDP, which was manufactured at a plant in Poland between 2005 and 2010. This power unit was essentially a variation of the Fiat 199A2000 diesel engine.
The engines Z13DTH, Z17DTH, Z19DT, and Z19DTH are also members of the Z family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Opel Agila B (H08) in 2007 – 2010;
- Opel Combo C (F06) in 2005 – 2010;
- Opel Corsa D (S07) in 2006 – 2007;
- Opel Meriva A (X03) in 2005 – 2009.
Specifications
| Production years | 2005-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 1248 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 75 |
| Torque output, Nm | 170 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 69.6 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 82 |
| Compression ratio | 18.0 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | single row chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.1 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Opel Meriva 2008) — city — highway — combined |
6.2 4.3 5.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 140 |
Disadvantages of the Z13DTJ engine
The oil tends to burn out quickly, so you must keep a close eye on it;
Timing chain jumps can result from even a small drop in lubrication;
The rocker is broken when the chain and its tensioner break due to their limited resources;
The EGR valve is probably stuck if the engine stalls right away after starting;
Diesel fuel enters the oil when the diesel particulate filter burns, necessitating the replacement of the lubricant;
Low temperatures are detrimental to the engine management system and crankcase ventilation;
A drop in antifreeze can be hazardous to the engine, and it frequently seeps from beneath the thermostat.