5 problems with the most popular Lada, Renault and Nissan engines

The HR16DE engine was designed by representatives of the Nissan-Renault alliance, so it included the developments of K4M from the French side and QG16DE from the Japanese side. The design uses compromise solutions:

• aluminum block and two injectors per cylinder;
• timing chain drive and oil pump;
• DOHC valve timing mechanism and phase regulator on the intake camshaft;
• lack of hydraulic pushers;
• distributed injection and COP ignition circuit with 4 coils without armored wire.

ICE HR16DE

After which, the internal combustion engine is used by the manufacturer of Nissan and Renault cars, and is used in cars from the AvtoVAZ plant in almost the entire line.

Problem 5. AI-92 is allowed, but not for everyone

Some vehicles with H4M are allowed to use AI-92. But gasoline with insufficient octane number is dangerous under severe operating conditions! It’s one thing to “carry” light, single-wheel drive Logans or Vestas, and quite another thing to carry crossovers, and even all-wheel drive ones.

The engine can be combined with a CVT (pictured), automatic and manual transmissions. The engine power on different cars, depending on the firmware of the control unit, is 110–117 hp.

The engine can be combined with a CVT (pictured), automatic and manual transmissions. The engine power on different cars, depending on the firmware of the control unit, is 110–117 hp.

Cause:

the manufacturer adapts to market demands. For many car enthusiasts, the ability to fill the 92nd is very important.

How to fight?

Technical specifications HR16DE 1.6 l/110 l. With.

Initially, the engine was based on an in-line design with overhead camshafts according to the DOHC V16 scheme. The engine layout has been improved with a fluid coupling for variable valve timing, an electronic throttle valve and duplicated injectors on each cylinder.

Attachment layout

Instead of a timing belt, the manufacturer's designers used a high-life chain drive.

Timing chain drive

Initially, the volumes of the combustion chambers were increased to 1.6 liters, and high-life attachments were installed. An important feature of the new power unit is increased efficiency, gasoline savings, high performance and reduced energy losses.

The full technical specifications of the HR16DE are as follows:

When making major repairs in a garage with your own hands, the manufacturer recommends using an official manual with detailed instructions for servicing components.

How to extend the life of the N4M motor

One of the most effective ways is to correct your driving style. Anyone who turns the engine a lot and often, allowing strong jerks (on a manual gearbox), will sooner encounter increased oil appetite, chain stretching, and general engine wear.

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5 problems of the most popular engine Lada, Renault and Nissan

Review of faults and methods for repairing them

When the timing chain links break or jump, the HR16DE motor bends the valve with pistons without counterbores on the end surface. Other malfunctions are usually extraneous sounds:

Repair HR16DE

Manufacturer Nissan has recalled a sold batch of cars due to a defective ignition unit relay. Otherwise, the power drive does not cause any complaints.

Throttle valve

Engines with a significant mileage may have problems starting in sub-zero temperatures. This is quite easy to avoid; just clean the throttle valve from dirt.

Let’s also add that oil deposits in the intake and throttle body arise from the VCG system. And the more and faster the oil deposit appears after cleaning, the greater the wear of the cylinders, or even the mobility of the piston rings may be impaired.

Are you looking for a new throttle body for a Nissan engine, or a throttle body for a Renault engine? We have a suitable model in our catalogue.

Reviews from Nissan Tiida owners

The Tiida model is quite popular among domestic car enthusiasts. In order to understand in more detail how the car behaves in real operation, you can read the reviews of the owners.

Power unit 1.6

1. Oleg. Nissan Tiida 1.6 l., 2007, 205,000 km. After overcoming more than two hundred thousand, I can summarize that this is a very high-quality car. I think that I earned my money absolutely honestly. There are some shortcomings, but they do not critically affect the overall operating experience. One of the keys to long and trouble-free operation of the engine is consumables. I only use high quality oil. I refused the original because it coked a lot. Interval 10 thousand. Changed spark plugs every 50 thousand. During the entire period of operation there was no unscheduled work on the engine. All repairs concerned only the chassis. Of the most annoying troubles, I would like to mention belt whistling. But this is a very well-known problem on many Nissans. Otherwise, the car pleases with comfort and trouble-free operation.
2. Yuri. Nissan Tiida 1.6 l. 2006 onwards, 235,000 km. At first I didn't like her at all. Even scared me off with its strange design. However, then, out of curiosity, I decided to try to sit down and evaluate it. Then there was a test drive and price comparison with competitors. As a result, the rational approach won and I became the owner of this car. And I will say that after more than ten years of operation I have not regretted it at all. During all this time the car never presented any unpleasant surprises. It always started and went where I wanted. I'm very glad that this engine has a chain. There is no need to constantly think about changing the belt soon. This is important for me because the mileage is relatively large. There were no questions about the engine at all. All work that was performed was only planned. Plus all sorts of related minor work. I cleaned the throttle a couple of times, flushed the fuel system for preventive maintenance, and welded the muffler. The remaining repairs were related only to the replacement of suspension parts. I try to pour high-quality oil and don’t delay the replacement too much. Mostly I change it at 7-8 thousand. After all the years of operation, I am very pleased with this motor. It is enough both in the city and on the highway. Of course, this is not a sports car, but regular overtaking allows you to perform confidently.

Motor 1.8

1. Alexander. Nissan Tiida 1.8 l., 2008, 165,000 km. I bought a car with 60 thousand mileage. I drove a little over a hundred myself. At first I didn’t even look in its direction, but then, on the recommendation of a friend, I began to take a closer look at this model. The design is certainly not for everyone, but I really liked everything else. Spacious interior, decent trunk, and most importantly, reasonable price. I wanted the 1.8 engine, because I like it to have power reserves. Impressions from the engine were only positive. On the track I felt very confident. And there were no unpleasant surprises in service. I guess I was lucky, but I practically didn’t eat any oil, although they say that these engines have such an unpleasant feature. I had to change the clutch at 100 thousand, I set it on fire due to carelessness. Only light repairs were performed on the engine. Cleaned the throttle body and washed the injectors. During the time I had the car, I changed two attachment belts. All other work was related only to the replacement of consumables and suspension. Overall, I was happy with the car, and there was no reason to sell it. There was a need for a larger car. I also switched to the Nissan X-Trail and somehow began to trust this brand.
2. Dmitriy. Nissan Tiida 1.8 l., 2006, 210,000 km. I chose Tiida after sitting in the salon. None of our classmates offered such space. And the price was very pleasing. So I became the owner of a new Nissan. I had a little doubt about which engine to choose, but it was still decided to go with a more powerful option. From an operational point of view, I was very pleased. Good dynamics and pickup even at high speeds. On the highway I accelerated to 180. But mostly 120-140. For a long time I did nothing at all on the engine. I just changed the oil, filters and other consumables. At 140 thousand the engine began to work strangely. And normal cravings disappeared. At the service station they gave a verdict - the chain had stretched. I had to replace it. The oil has been losing a little since 50 thousand. But just a little. Within a liter per 10 thousand. But after 150 thousand it began to gradually increase. By the time of sale, 210 thousand already had approximately 0.5 liters per 1 thousand km. As I understand it, the problem is in the underlying rings. This is a feature of these engines. Otherwise the car did not cause any problems. A simple and reliable workhorse for every day. There are no frills in it, but it performs its functions quite well.

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Injectors

The H4M engine for European models such as Renault Fluence, Megane is equipped not with 4, but with 8 injectors. They all inject fuel into the intake manifold. In this way, engineers hoped to make the engine more environmentally friendly and economical.

The same engine for cars localized in Russia is equipped with the usual set of injectors - one for each cylinder.

The injectors and their number do not create any trouble. The only thing is that installing HBO on an HR16DE engine with 8 injectors is a little more complicated.

You can choose and buy an injector for a Nissan engine or an injector for a Renault engine in our catalog of contract spare parts.

List of car models in which it was installed

The HR16DE naturally aspirated in-line engine was developed by the designers of the Renault-Nissan alliance for the following Nissan models:

• Juke – mini-crossover;
• Sentra – export version of the Sunny sedan;
• Qashqai – urban crossover;
• Tiida – sedan and hatchback;
• Note – subcompact van;
• NV200 – LCV-class van and minivan;
• Versa – hatchback and sedan for North America;
• Grand Livina – compact MPV for Malaysia;
• Latio – B-class sedan for Malaysia;
• Bluebird Sylphy – front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive C-class sedan for China and Thailand;
• Cube – subcompact van for Europe;
• Wingroad – utility vehicle;
• Micra is a hatchback made in England.

The French partner of the Renault-Nissan alliance owns shares in AvtoVAZ, so the HR16DE internal combustion engine device was assessed by the owners of the domestic automobile industry:

• Renault Logan – compact sedan, pickup, station wagon and minivan;
• Lada X-Ray – hatchback crossover;
• Lada Vesta is a five-door station wagon and a four-door sedan.

Nissan Cube

The engine was created for heavy loads and difficult operating conditions, including the urban cycle and off-road.