Ford FUJA/FUJB
The engine does not tolerate bad fuel, candles and their coils quickly break here.
Ford Fusion engines
The Ford Fusion is a subcompact van produced in Germany by the Ford Motor Company from 2002 to 2012. The model is based on Ford Fiesta. The car was intended for the European market. It was also sold in the CIS countries. In 2005, the model was restyled. The name of the car translates as “synthesis” and emphasizes the combination of qualities of a hatchback and an SUV put into the car by the manufacturer.
The Ford Fusion was offered with 6 engines between 2002 and 2012 (3 diesel, 3 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.2 to 1.6 liters, power output from 68 to 109 hp. 1 use a timing chain and 6 a timing belt. 3 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Ford 1.6 TDCi (about 350,000 km).
Ford Fusion engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Fusion Mk1 2002–2012 | |||||||
| Ford FXJA/FXJB/FXJC | 2002–2012 | 1.4 L R4 | 80 hp | petrol | belt | 3.8 L | ~250,000 km |
| Ford FYJA | 2002–2012 | 1.6 L R4 | 100 hp | petrol | belt | 4.1 L | ~340,000 km |
| Ford FUJA/FUJB | 2002–2011 | 1.2 L R4 | 70–75 hp | petrol | belt | 3.75 L | ~220,000 km |
| Ford F6JA/F6JB | 2002–2008 | 1.4 L R4 | 68 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 3.75 L | ~280,000 km |
| Ford 1.4 TDCi | 2002–2012 | 1.4 L R4 | 68–70 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 3.75 L | ~300,000 km |
| Ford 1.6 TDCi | 2005–2012 | 1.6 L R4 | 75–109 hp | diesel, turbo | chain + belt | 3.8 L | ~350,000 km |
Ford Fusion engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Ford Fusion?
Ford Fusion Mk1 (2002–2012): Ford FXJA/FXJB/FXJC, Ford FYJA, Ford FUJA/FUJB, Ford F6JA/F6JB, Ford 1.4 TDCi and Ford 1.6 TDCi.
Which Ford Fusion engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Ford Fusion engines are: Ford 1.6 TDCi — about 350,000 km; Ford FYJA — about 340,000 km; Ford 1.4 TDCi — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Ford Fusion engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Ford 1.4 TDCi — 3.75 L (5W-30); Ford 1.6 TDCi — 3.8 L (5W-30); Ford F6JA/F6JB — 3.75 L (5W-30); Ford FUJA/FUJB — 3.75 L (5W-30); Ford FXJA/FXJB/FXJC — 3.8 L (5W-30); Ford FYJA — 4.1 L (5W-30).
Does the Ford Fusion have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Ford 1.6 TDCi; timing belt: Ford 1.4 TDCi, Ford 1.6 TDCi, Ford F6JA/F6JB, Ford FUJA/FUJB, Ford FXJA/FXJB/FXJC and Ford FYJA. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Ford Fusion available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Ford 1.4 TDCi, Ford 1.6 TDCi and Ford F6JA/F6JB.
Engine details
Ford FXJA/FXJB/FXJC
This engine does not like bad fuel; spark plugs and coils often fail in it.
Ford FYJA
The power units of this series are quite reliable, but require high-quality gasoline.
Ford 1.4 TDCi
The main problems of the owners here are related to the vagaries of the Siemens fuel system: most often the piezo injectors…
Ford F6JA/F6JB
The engine is quite demanding on the quality of diesel fuel.
Ford 1.6 TDCi
In the early years of the production of this diesel engine, the camshaft cams and the chain tensioner between the camshafts wore…
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