Produced between 1998 and 2000, the 1.6-liter Ford L1N or Mondeo 1.6 Zetec E 16v engine was fitted to multiple bodies of the second generation of the well-known Mondeo model. Several changes were made to this power unit under the slightly different indices L1L and L1Q.
The Zetec family also includes engines: L1E, L1N, EYDC, RKB, NGA, EYDB, EDDB and EDDC.
The engine was installed on:
- Ford Mondeo Mk2 in 1998 – 2000.
Specifications
| Production years | 1998-2000 |
| Displacement, cc | 1597 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 95 |
| Torque output, Nm | 142 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 88 |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.25 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Ford Mondeo 1999) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 5.9 7.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~330 000 |
Disadvantages of the Ford L1N engine
Despite its lack of power, this power unit is incredibly dependable and creative;
Clogged fuel pump filters are the main issue for owners;
At a range of 60,000 kilometers, the timing belt and bypass roller may need to be replaced;
Oil leaks typically originate from the front and rear crankshaft oil seals; since hydraulic lifters are not included, you will need to adjust the valves.