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Vehicles using 138D000 engine list:
Which cars use the 138D000 engine and what oil to use. Common 138D000 engine faults, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and repair.
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| Castrol GTX 15W-40 A3/B3 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B3 | β |
| API SP (or SN) | β |
| VW 501.01 / 505.00 | β |
| MB-Approval 229.1 | β |
| Fiat 9.55535-D2 | β |
| Shell Helix HX5/6 15W-40 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B3 | β |
| API SN | β |
| VW 501.01 / 505.00 | β |
| MB-Approval 229.1 | β |
| Fiat 9.55535-D2 | β |
| Total Quartz 7000 15W-40 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B3 | β |
| API SP | β |
| VW 501.01 / 505.00 | β |
| MB-Approval 229.1 | β |
| Fiat 9.55535-D2 | β |
Oil specification key
β β Meets the required specification
β β Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
β β Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
β β Meets the required specification
β β Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
β β Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
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Oil specifications for 138D000 engine
SAE 15W-40
API CH-4
Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the 138D000 engine.
Engine 138D000 commonly faces issues like injector clogging, turbocharger wear, and fuel pump failures. Diagnosis involves checking for rough idling, smoke, and loss of power. Use a fuel pressure gauge to test the fuel system and inspect injectors for deposits. Prevention includes regular fuel filter changes, using quality diesel, and timely oil changes to protect the turbo. Solutions involve cleaning or replacing injectors, servicing or replacing the turbocharger, and repairing or swapping the fuel pump. Regular maintenance and attentive fuel system care significantly extend engine life and reliability in the Lancia Prisma 1.9 Diesel.