Opel Y17DT
Most of the problems are delivered by the capricious Denso injection pump control unit.
Opel Meriva engines
Opel Meriva is a German subcompact car from the manufacturer Adam Opel AG. Manufactured from 2003 to 2017. In total, 2 generations of the model were released – Meriva A and Meriva B (produced since 2010). The 1st generation of cars was produced in Spain on the basis of Opel Corsa 3rd generation, the 2nd generation is based on Opel Zafira. In Brazil, the model was sold as the Vauxhall Meriva, and in Argentina and Mexico as the Chevrolet Meriva. In 2014, an updated version of the model was presented in Brussels.
The Opel Meriva was offered with 13 engines between 2003 and 2017 (4 diesel, 9 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.2 to 1.8 liters, power output from 75 to 180 hp. 6 use a timing chain and 7 a timing belt. 6 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Opel Y17DT (about 400,000 km).
Opel Meriva engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opel Meriva A (X03) 2003–2009 | |||||||
| Opel Z16SE | 2003–2004 | 1.6 L R4 | 84 hp | petrol | belt | 3.25 L | ~350,000 km |
| Opel Z17DTH | 2003–2005 | 1.7 L R4 | 101 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Opel Y17DT | 2003–2005 | 1.7 L R4 | 75 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Opel Z18XE | 2003–2009 | 1.8 L R4 | 125 hp | petrol | belt | 4.25 L | ~300,000 km |
| Opel Z16XE | 2003–2005 | 1.6 L R4 | 101 hp | petrol | belt | 3.5 L | ~320,000 km |
| Opel Z14XEP | 2004–2009 | 1.4 L R4 | 90 hp | petrol | chain | 3.5 L | ~275,000 km |
| Opel Z13DTJ | 2005–2009 | 1.2 L R4 | 75 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 3.1 L | ~350,000 km |
| Opel Z16XEP | 2005–2009 | 1.6 L R4 | 105 hp | petrol | belt | 4.5 L | ~300,000 km |
| Opel Meriva B (S10) 2010–2017 | |||||||
| Opel A14NET/NEL | 2010–2017 | 1.4 L R4 | 140 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Opel A13DTE | 2010–2017 | 1.2 L R4 | 90–95 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 3.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Opel A14XER | 2010–2017 | 1.4 L R4 | 100 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~250,000 km |
| Opel B14XER | 2013–2017 | 1.4 L R4 | 100 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Opel Meriva engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Opel A16LET | 2008–2013 | 1.6 L R4 | 180 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 4.5 L | ~200,000 km |
Opel Meriva engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Opel Meriva?
Opel Meriva A (X03) (2003–2009): Opel Z16SE, Opel Z17DTH, Opel Y17DT, Opel Z18XE, Opel Z16XE, Opel Z14XEP, Opel Z13DTJ and Opel Z16XEP; Opel Meriva B (S10) (2010–2017): Opel A14NET/NEL, Opel A13DTE, Opel A14XER and Opel B14XER.
Which Opel Meriva engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Opel Meriva engines are: Opel Y17DT — about 400,000 km; Opel Z17DTH — about 400,000 km; Opel Z13DTJ — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Opel Meriva engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Opel A13DTE — 3.2 L (5W-30); Opel A14NET/NEL — 4 L (5W-30); Opel A14XER — 4.2 L (5W-30); Opel A16LET — 4.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Opel B14XER — 4.2 L (5W-30); Opel Y17DT — 4.5 L (5W-40); Opel Z13DTJ — 3.1 L (5W-30); Opel Z14XEP — 3.5 L (5W-30); Opel Z16SE — 3.25 L (5W-30); Opel Z16XE — 3.5 L (5W-30); Opel Z16XEP — 4.5 L (5W-30); Opel Z17DTH — 5 L (5W-30); Opel Z18XE — 4.25 L (5W-30).
Does the Opel Meriva have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Opel A13DTE, Opel A14NET/NEL, Opel A14XER, Opel B14XER, Opel Z13DTJ and Opel Z14XEP; timing belt: Opel A16LET, Opel Y17DT, Opel Z16SE, Opel Z16XE, Opel Z16XEP, Opel Z17DTH and Opel Z18XE. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Opel Meriva available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Opel A13DTE, Opel Y17DT, Opel Z13DTJ and Opel Z17DTH.
Engine details
Opel Z16SE
The main problem of this motor is in the oil burner and decoking does not help it for a long time.
Opel Z16XE
Most often, owners complain about the oil burner and decarbonization does not always help here.
Opel Z18XE
The unit is famous for its reliability, but it has a weak point - an unreliable ECU.
Opel Z16XEP
Drivers constantly complain about engine traction failures due to failures of the Twinport system.
Opel Z14XEP
the biggest problem here is the constantly stuck Twinport dampers.
Opel Z17DTH
The most famous engine problem in the leakage of rubber injector sleeve seals.
Opel Z13DTJ
You need to carefully monitor the oil level, it tends to burn out quickly.
Opel A16LET
The most famous problem with this engine is the destruction of the piston of the 4th cylinder and the reason may be…
Opel A13DTE
This diesel engine is afraid of the cold and its operation is difficult in frosty winter.
Opel A14NET/NEL
Motors in this series are notorious for noise, clicking and whistling in operation, but this is normal.
Opel A14XER
Motors of this series often annoy with noise, whistling and clicking, but this is not a breakdown.
Opel B14XER
A simple engine with a cast-iron block and a long service life.
Models with the same engines
- Opel Astra 11 shared engines
- Opel Corsa 10 shared engines
- Opel Zafira 4 shared engines
- Chevrolet Cruze 3 shared engines
- Opel Vectra 3 shared engines
- Opel Insignia 2 shared engines
- Opel Mokka 1 shared engine