The 2.9-liter V6 Ford BRF engine was produced at a plant in Germany from 1986 to 1994 and was installed only on the first generation of the Scorpio model, popular on the European market. There are modifications of this motor with slight differences under the symbol BRC, BRD, BRE.
Cologne V6 family: BRF, 99E, 99X.
Specifications
| Production years | 1986 – 1994 |
| Displacement, cc | 2935 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 145 |
| Torque output, Nm | 222 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 12v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 93 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 72 |
| Compression ratio | 9.0 |
| Features | OHV |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 1/2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Ford Scorpio 1990) — city — highway — combined |
15.2 7.5 10.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 204 |
The engine was installed on:
- Ford Scorpio 1 in 1986 – 1994.
Disadvantages of the Ford BRF engine
- This is a reliable and very resourceful engine and most of its problems are due to old age.
- The bulk of complaints are related to frequent leaks of lubricant on gaskets and seals.
- Hydraulic compensators do not tolerate cheap oils and can start knocking at 150-200 thousand km.
- Over a mileage of 200 – 250 thousand km, wear of the valve guides is often encountered.
- The chain between the crankshaft and camshaft lasts a long time and changes closer to 300,000 km.
