Engine Overview and Common Failures
The weight of the G4KG engine according to the catalog is 130.9 kg. The engine number G4KG is located at the joint with the gearbox. Scuffing in the cylinders. The oil pump here is simple without balancing, so the bearings do not rotate so often, but scuffing in the cylinders occurs regularly. In auto repair shops, it is believed that the reason for their appearance is ceramic dust, which enters from the collector into the combustion chambers. Oil consumption. The culprits of excessive oil consumption can be not only scuffing in the cylinders, but also critical wear and simply elliptical cast iron sleeves. The aluminum block with an open cooling jacket holds its geometry very poorly and simply wears out over time. Chain and phase regulator. Despite the manufacturer's opinion that timing chains are considered maintenance-free, in reality their lifespan does not exceed 200,000 km, and sometimes they stretch even earlier. Approximately at the same mileage, the phase regulator also needs to be replaced, which doubles the price. Other drawbacks. Another weak point of this unit is the short-lived gaskets and seals. Usually, the lubricant leaks from under the valve cover or through the crankshaft seals.