Opel Y32SE engine

The 3.2-liter V6 engine Opel Y32SE or LA3 was produced in England from 2001 to 2005 and installed in the Omega, Signum, and Vectra C models. When transitioning to Euro 4 emission standards, it received the index Z32SE. There is also a version of this engine with a supercharger from Irmscher with a power of 300 HP and a torque of 370 Nm. Another engine belonging to the Y series is: Y26SE.

Opel Y32SE 3.2-liter engine specifications.

Exact capacity3175 cm³
Power systemdistributed injection
Engine power211 - 218 HP
Torque290 - 300 nm
Engine blockcast iron V6
Block headaluminum 24v
Cylinder diameter87.5 mm
Piston stroke.88 mm
Compression ratio10
Engine featuresVIS
Hydraulic compensator. tak
Timing drivestrip
Timing phase adjusterthere is no
Turbochargingthere is no
What oils to use5.75 liters 5W-40
Fuel type92
Environmental classEURO 3/4
Approximate life expectancy300 000 HP

Fuel consumption Opel Y32SE engine

Using the example of the 2001 Opel Omega with an automatic transmission:
City16.9 litry
Route8.9 litry
Mixed11.8 litry

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The weight of the Y32SE engine assembly is 202 kg. The engine number Y32SE is located at the junction of the block and the gearbox. The unreliable VKG system causes quite a lot of problems for engines in this series. Another weak point of these engines is the constantly leaking heat exchanger. Around 250,000 km, the oil pump's performance drops, which can lead to engine failure. Keep an eye on the cooling system, as overheating can quickly blow the cylinder head gasket. Ignition coils, lambda sensors, and crankshaft position sensor are also frequently replaced.

Engine Opel Y32se

Opel
Omega B (V94)2001 - 2003
Signum A (Z03) *2003 - 2005
Vectra C (Z02) *2002 - 2005

Engines from the same line as Opel Y32SE engine

See Also

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