Engine Overview and Common Failures
The weight of the G8T engine according to the catalog is 218 kg. The engine number G8T is located at the junction of the block and the oil pan. Cracks in the cylinder head. This diesel engine is prone to overheating, often leading to deformation and even cracking of the cylinder head, which is usually indicated by the presence of air bubbles in the expansion tank. So, make sure to monitor the cooling system, as finding a normal cylinder head on dismantling is unreal. Wear of the camshaft. Cost-cutting on lubrication in this engine often leads to wear of the camshaft lobes. In the most severe cases, this results in belt slippage and rocker arm breakage. Also, with cheap oil, hydraulic lifters tend to start knocking quickly. Other issues. In this diesel engine, there are regular leaks of oil from the oil cooler rings, numerous air hoses constantly crack, and sometimes even the fuel line.