The Vauxhall X 17 DT (TC4EE1) is a 1,686 cc, inline‑four turbo‑diesel engine produced between 2003 and 2010. It features direct fuel injection, a fixed‑geometry turbocharger, and a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) with 8 valves. In standard form it delivers 65 kW (88 PS) at 4,000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm, offering strong low‑end pull for compact urban vehicles.
Fitted to models such as the Corsa C and Meriva A, the X 17 DT was engineered for fuel efficiency, low-cost ownership, and compliance with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emissions standards. Emissions control was achieved through exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), with no diesel particulate filter (DPF) fitted on this variant.
One documented concern is premature failure of the dual-mass flywheel (DMF), noted in Vauxhall Service Bulletin 07‑022. This is attributed to torsional stress under frequent stop‑start driving and marginal heat dissipation in early DMF designs. From 2007, revised flywheel materials and clutch kits were introduced to improve durability.
Production years 2003–2005 meet Euro 3 standards; 2006–2010 models meet Euro 4 (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/3456).
The Vauxhall X 17 DT (TC4EE1) is a 1,686 cc inline‑four turbo‑diesel engineered for compact hatchbacks and MPVs (2003–2010). It combines direct injection with a fixed‑geometry turbocharger to deliver strong low‑rpm torque and urban efficiency. Designed to meet Euro 3 (early) and Euro 4 (late) standards without a DPF, it balances drivability with regulatory compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,686 cc | |
| Fuel type | Diesel (EN 590) | |
| Configuration | Inline‑4, SOHC, 8‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged (fixed geometry) | |
| Bore × stroke | 79.0 mm × 86.0 mm | |
| Power output | 65 kW (88 PS) @ 4,000 rpm | |
| Torque | 200 Nm @ 2,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Denso direct injection (up to 1,350 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 3 (2003–2005); Euro 4 (2006–2010) | |
| Compression ratio | 18.0:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Fixed geometry (IHI VF28) | |
| Timing system | Belt‑driven SOHC (replace every 120,000 km or 6 years) | |
| Oil type | ACEA B3/B4 (10W‑40) | |
| Dry weight | 122 kg |
The fixed-geometry turbo provides immediate low-RPM torque ideal for city driving but requires strict adherence to oil change intervals (max 15,000 km or 12 months) to protect the timing belt and turbo bearings. ACEA B3/B4 10W‑40 oil is essential to prevent injector coking and maintain fuel system integrity. Use only EN 590 ultra-low-sulfur diesel to avoid Denso pump wear. Frequent stop-start use increases torsional stress on the dual-mass flywheel; post‑2007 engines include revised DMF materials per Vauxhall SIB 07‑022. Pre‑2007 units benefit from proactive clutch/DMF inspection during transmission service.
Oil Specs: Requires ACEA B3/B4 specification (Vauxhall Owner's Manual Corsa C 2004).
Emissions: Euro 3 applies to 2003–2005 models; Euro 4 applies to 2006–2010 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/3456). No DPF fitted on this variant.
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Power output assumes EN 590 diesel fuel (Vauxhall TIS Doc. V‑ENG‑X17‑06).
Vauxhall Technical Information System (TIS): Docs V‑ENG‑X17‑01 through V‑ENG‑X17‑06, SIB 07‑022
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/3456)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The Vauxhall X 17 DT (TC4EE1) was used across Vauxhall's Corsa C and Meriva A platforms with transverse mounting and licensed from Isuzu. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—revised engine mounts in the Meriva A and modified accessory drive routing in the Corsa C—and from 2007 received updated dual-mass flywheel and clutch kits, creating minor service part distinctions. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the front timing cover near the crankshaft pulley (Vauxhall TIS V‑ENG‑X17‑02). The 7th VIN digit is 'X' for this engine family. Pre-2007 units use early-design dual-mass flywheel; post-2007 revisions use updated DMF per SIB 07‑022. Visual differentiation: all X 17 DT units have black plastic cam covers with '1.7 CDTI' embossed. Do not confuse with naturally aspirated X 17 D (75 PS) which lacks turbo plumbing and uses different ECU. Flywheel/clutch kits are not interchangeable between pre- and post-2007 builds due to torsional spring profile changes.
The X 17 DT's primary reliability risk is dual-mass flywheel (DMF) failure under frequent stop-start urban use, with elevated incidence in pre-2007 builds. Vauxhall internal data from 2009 indicated a measurable uptick in drivetrain noise complaints for early units before 120,000 km, while UK DVSA records show minimal emissions-related MOT failures due to robust EGR/DOC design. Stop-start cycles increase torsional stress on the DMF, making proactive inspection during clutch service critical.
Analysis derived from Vauxhall technical bulletins (2003–2010) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2006–2015). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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