Specifications and tightening torques Total information engine's type 4-cylinder in-line, with two overhead camshafts Engine code: 1.6 liter engine L1F, 1J, L1L 1.8 liter engine RKA, RKB, RKF, RKJ 2.0 liter...
General information about the engine Applying the information in this chapter 1. The chapter describes the repair procedures that are performed on the engine installed in the car, and contains only the...
Repair operations performed without removing the engine The following operations can be performed without removing the engine from the vehicle. However, please note that any procedure that requires the removal of the pallet...
Compression test 1. In the event of deterioration in engine performance or in the event of ignition failures, the cause of which cannot be attributed to the ignition system or fuel...
Top dead center of cylinder #1 General information 1. Top Dead Center (TDC) - the highest point in the cylinder, which the piston reaches during its translational movement during the rotation of the...
Removal and installation of an inlet collector Warning: Gasoline is highly flammable. Take special care when working on the fuel system. Work in a well ventilated area - open all windows and doors to create an...
Removal and installation of the crankshaft pulley Withdrawal 1. Remove the accessory drive belt. Remove it completely or only from the crankshaft pulley - depending on the procedure performed (Chapter 1). 2. If...
Timing belt covers of the timing mechanism Top cover 1. Turn out two bolts of fastening of a cover and remove it (see fig. 9.1, a-c). On models from 05.1998, support the engine through a piece of wood placed...
Timing belt of the timing mechanism Note: You will need a new belt to complete this procedure (of necessity), new cylinder head gasket and special tools (see text). If on models prior to 05.1998 the belt...
Tensioner and timing belt pulleys Tensioner Note: On models prior to 05.1998, please note that if the belt needs to be removed for the first time since the vehicle left the factory, a tensioner spring...
Replacement of a cuff of a camshaft Note: Although any collar can be removed immediately after removing the corresponding pulley ( see paragraph 11 ), However, this method of removing the cuffs is not...
Camshafts and hydraulic lash adjusters Withdrawal 1. Loosen the toothed belt ( 1-14 paragraph 10 ). 2. Remove the belt completely ( paragraph 10 paragraphs 15 and 16 ) or pull it off the camshaft pulleys...
Checking and adjusting valve clearances Note. This procedure only applies to models manufactured after 05.199B. From this point on, Zetec engines were equipped with valves with hydraulic compensators....
Removal and installation of the pallet Withdrawal Note: On models prior to 05.1998, you will need an assistant and special equipment to lift the vehicle to perform this procedure when the power unit is...
Removal, inspection and installation of the oil pump Withdrawal Note 1: This procedure is difficult when the engine is installed in the vehicle, as it requires prior disassembly and access to the components is limited....
Removal and installation of an oil cooler 1. Drain the liquid from the cooling system ( Chapter 1 ). Disconnect the coolant hoses from the oil cooler. 2. Remove the oil filter fasteners ( Chapter 1 ). Remove any...
Removal and installation of the oil level sensor Withdrawal 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, open the hood and disconnect the negative battery cable (chapter 5 paragraph 1). 2. Raise the front of the car...
Oil pressure indicator sensor Withdrawal 1. This sensor is installed in the cylinder block on the thread (behind the right main bearing of the input shaft) (see fig. 20.1). 2. Park the vehicle on a...
Replacement of a cuff of a cranked shaft Note: Do not attempt to remove these seals unless you have removed the oil pump or seal housing. because they are too soft, and access to them is limited. In order not...
Removal and installation of the flywheel / faceplate Withdrawal 1. Remove the transmission (chapter 7A or 7B). It also makes sense to check the cuffs and replace them if necessary. 2. Remove the clutch (depending on...