Ford 1.6L Duratorq DLD-416 TDCI Engine Specs, Problems & Reliability
This diesel engine is widespread and used by not only Ford but also Volvo, PSA, Mini, Mazda, and Suzuki. The1.6-liter engine belongs to small four-cylinder diesel engine family named as the DLD, which also includes the 1.4-liter DLD-414 and the1.8-liter DLD-418. The production of the DLD engines is in the UK.
The cylinder block is made of light aluminum alloy. The engine has 16-valve two camshaft aluminum cylinder head also. There are timing belt and small chain installed in the cylinder head. All DLD engines have the Common Rail system. The DLD-416 is equipped with an intercooler and variable geometry turbocharger Garrett GT15. In 2011, instead 16 valve head, the engine got 8-valve cylinder head with one camshaft (DV6C and DV6D engines).
Engine Specs
Oil recommendations and capacity may vary depending on the car model, year, and market. Please check the service manual specific to your vehicle!
1.6l Duratorq DLD-416/DV6 Engine Problems and Reliability
The Ford 1.6 TDCI diesel engine has excellent reliability, more than the 1.8 version. Cars with the DLD-416 DV6 engine goes more than 100,000 miles without any problems. One serious issue with the 1.6 TDCI is turbo failure. Oil supply troubles due to sludge build-up in the oil feed pipes can cause a blown Turbo.