From 2000 to 2006, a redesigned version of the first generation of the well-liked Galaxy minivan was equipped with a 2.0-liter 8-valve Ford ZVSA or 2.0 I4 DOHC engine. This power unit was referred to by the NSE index before the model was updated in 2000.
The I4 DOHC line also includes internal combustion engines: E5SA.
The engine was installed on:
- Ford Galaxy Mk1 in 2000 – 2006.
Specifications
| Production years | 2000-2006 |
| Displacement, cc | 1998 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 115 |
| Torque output, Nm | 170 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Ford Galaxy 2001) — city — highway — combined |
13.7 7.8 9.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
Disadvantages of the ZVSA engine
The primary issues with this series’ internal combustion engine had been resolved by the time it was installed on Galaxy.
The only issue is that after 200,000 kilometers, timing chains often stretch.
You can eliminate floating speed by cleaning the idle speed control.
Leaks in the front and rear crankshaft oil seals have been reported by numerous owners.
Hydraulic lifters can reach 100,000 kilometers when using subpar oils.