Which brand is the 20l4e engine from?

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LeDylan
07/30/25 5:08am
20l4e engine belongs to the SAIC Maxus brand. This engine was designed by German engineers and optimized by Chinese engineers. The 20l4e is a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 165kW and a maximum torque of 345Nm. It features direct fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. The power and fuel economy of an engine are determined by the technologies it adopts. Engines with variable valve timing and variable valve lift generally have stronger power and lower fuel consumption compared to those without these technologies. Most engines with direct fuel injection technology have stronger power and lower fuel consumption than those with multi-point fuel injection. There are many engine technologies, such as direct fuel injection, hybrid injection, turbocharging, cylinder head integrated exhaust manifold, water-cooled intercooler, and variable compression ratio. For daily maintenance of the 20l4e engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, SD-SF grade gasoline engine oil should be selected based on the additional devices in the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions. For diesel engines, CB-CD grade diesel engine oil should be selected based on mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's requirements. Regularly change the oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, its performance will deteriorate, causing various problems for the engine. To avoid failures, change the oil regularly according to usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level. When oil passes through the fine holes of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is clogged and oil cannot pass through, the filter may burst or the safety valve may open, allowing oil to bypass the filter and carry contaminants back to the lubrication areas, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal contamination. Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls, mixing with metal powder from component wear to form sludge. A small amount remains suspended in the oil, while a large amount precipitates, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear. Regularly use a radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures normal engine operation but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
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