Opel Zafira B

A small family of seven people can be accommodated in a German compact van according to the formula 2 + 3 + 2. In this configuration, the trunk has a volume of only 140 liters, and the third row provides very little space. But in most cases, owners use the Zafira B Opel in a five-seater version - with two rear seats folded in the trunk. The cargo compartment in this case is easy to hide under the curtain. If necessary, you can fold a three-seater sofa, which will increase the volume of the trunk from 645 to 1820 liters. This system of internal space organization is called Flex 7. If you need to transport something long – within 2.70 m, it is advisable to consider the option with the folding back of the front passenger seat. This feature is not available in the Opel Zafira with leather upholstery or sports seats. Sometimes there are models with Flex Organizer - guides on the side walls of the trunk, designed to fasten various containers, mesh and hooks.

Diesel engines

Three of the four European Opel Zafira 2 in Europe were sold with diesel engines. These are 1.7 CDTIs from Isuzu (110 and 125 hp, both post-restyling) and 1.9 CDTIs from Fiat (100, 120 and 150 hp). First of all, it is worth recommending a 120-horsepower 1. 9 CDTI. It provides a decent combination of performance, fuel consumption and high reliability. 150-horsepower 1. 9 CDTI (designation Z19DTH) suffers from wear of the valves and the control element in the intake manifold. As a result, the thrust drops, and the Check lights up. The inlet pipeline must be replaced. The EGR system exhaust gas recirculation valve is also often jammed. Symptoms are difficult start, and the turbine does not reach full capacity with increasing revolutions. The lack of traction can also be a consequence of a clogged PDF particulate filter. 1. 7 CDTI may become deaf after starting a cold engine. This is due to the proportional valve on the TNVD. The original pump does not provide for the replacement of the valve, unlike the non-original one. This unit has always been equipped with a particulate filter. The filter usually reaches up to 250,000 km. On a global scale, 1.7 CDTi is reliable and durable. However, there are problems with the turbocharger. It was supplied by Mitsubishi. The drive of the timing system is a belt (6-16 thousand rubles per set). The tooth belt drives not only the camshafts, but also the oil pump. Replacement of the belt should be entrusted to a specialist, as this is a special procedure. If this is not done correctly, it can affect the performance of the pump, and in the long run - and finish the engine. Since 2009, 1.

Petrol engines

The 1.6 Twinport (105 hp, 115 hp after restyling) is too weak for a large family car. The Twinport prefix in the name 1. 6 liters (105 hp) means the use of vortex flaps in the intake tract. Sometimes they start rattling. But usually, they do not break off and, accordingly, do not get into the engine. Sometimes the sensor of the position of the valves fails, which will not be difficult to replace. It is much worse if you have to change the intake manifold (sometimes it happens). Natural gas-powered versions 1.6 of the CNG (94 and 97 hp) are very rare. Buying this modification makes sense only if you are usually in no hurry, and there are gas stations nearby. Much livelier than the younger 1. 6 T CNG (turbo engine with a capacity of 150 hp). 1.8-liter engine Z18XER (140 hp) is the most optimal option in terms of performance, although expensive in content. In the Opel Zafira Family, there is also a weaker 120-horsepower version of the 1.8 engine. For the drive of the timing belt is used (8-10 thousand rubles per set), which should be updated after 60 000 km. In the gas distribution system, a pair of VVT phase regulators are installed. They don’t usually bother the owners very much. But in cars assembled before 2010, gears (7-11 thousand rubles per piece) often began to rattle after 100-150 thousand km. The main problem 1. 8 - eternally current gaskets of the heat exchanger - the oil gets into the antifreeze. To eliminate the defect is every 50-100 thousand km (5000 rubles for work).

Transmission

The vast majority of diesel engines were aggregated with a 6-speed manual transmission M32 native to Fiat. Her vulnerability is the shaft bearings. The defect is manifested by noise (howling) and movement of the gear lever. Although Opel does not supply bearings as spare parts, mechanics of specialized service will select and install analogues. The fault has to be eliminated at a distance of 200-300 thousand km. For repairs will have to pay about 25 000 rubles.

Sometimes sums up and 5-speed mechanics F17, working in tandem with gasoline engines of 1.6 and 1.8 liters. Repairs will cost 40,000 rubles.

But the clutch of the ICPP will please with its resource - more than 300,000 km. A new set of clutch can be purchased for 17 000 rubles, and for work in the service will ask about 6000 rubles.

5-speed robotic transmission Easytronic, created on the basis of the manual transmission F17, has not gained fame. The clutch runs no more than 100-150 thousand km (18-20 thousand rubles for a set plus 9000 rubles for work). And to 150-200 thousand km, the brushes in the electric motors of the clutch drive and gearshift (about 5000 rubles for work) wear out.

The AF40 6-band automatic transmission from Japan’s Aisin is a good choice.

Walking

The Zafira B Opel is based on the Opel Astra III (H) wagon. Mechanics note much less problems with the suspension of the minivan, in comparison with the donor. Probably the reason for different purposes and operating conditions. The Opel Zafira is primarily a family car that is not driven on the roads and is better cared for. However, the suspension settings allow a little “hooliganism”. Some Opel Zafira Bs imported from Western Europe are equipped with electronically controlled CDC shock absorbers (an element of the IDS Plus sports chassis). The ceiling of their lives is 100,000 km. A little less advanced sports chassis IDS. Both suspensions are lowered by 15 mm, and could be installed only on cars with an engine capacity of at least 120 hp. Interesting Nivomat option. It provides automatic adjustment of the height of the rear suspension. This is a useful feature if you often have to carry something in the trunk. However, the sport suspension and the Nivomat are mutually exclusive. They never set up together. In general, the running Zafira B is quite stable. The first, as a rule, are the stabilizer racks, steering tips and traction. Levers and Silentblocks, on the other hand, usually last a long time. In addition, ball supports and silenblocks are supplied as separate parts. Silent blocks of the rear beam (1-4 thousand rubles) wear out after 200,000 km. By this time, the silent blocks of the front subframe are tired - 6 pieces for 300-1000 rubles. The front hub bearings were updated after 100-150 thousand km of run.

Other problems and malfunctions

When choosing Opel, it is better to consider restyled versions produced after 2008. They are better equipped and have fewer faults. Dorestyling samples pester creaking plastic in the cabin, which got rid of after modernization.

In addition, the Opel Zafira B brings electronic sim module under the steering wheel and ESP. The controller of electric windows control can also refuse (buttons stop working).

Some cars have a coolant level sensor, while others do not. In machines with a sensor on the display, messages about a lack of fluid may appear. At normal levels of antifreeze, the sensor is to blame. But sometimes the reason is the float, which is part of the expansion tank.

With age, the wiring in the protective corrugation between the back door and the body is interrupted. As a result, there are failures in the operation of the window and the central lock. And with a short circuit, the audio system and the central lock can fail.

Small foci of corrosion and swelling of the paint coating are detected after 10-14 years of operation. Problem areas - trunk lid, bottom of doors, sills and rear wheel arches.

After 150-200 thousand km, there are problems with charging the battery due to a faulty generator. The new generator can be purchased for 11-16 thousand rubles. However, it is often possible to get rid of repairs for 5-10 thousand rubles.

Dignities

• Large trunk (645 liters) with five passengers on board;

• a lot of soft plastic on the dashboard and doors;

• adjustment for safety height on the second row of seats.

Deficiencies

• plastic creaking (pre-styled models until 2008);

Diesel engines

• 9 CDTI (designation Z19DTH) suffers from wear of the flaps and the control element in the intake manifold.
• However, there are problems with the turbocharger. It was supplied by Mitsubishi.
• Replacement of the belt should be entrusted to a specialist, as this is a special procedure.
• The 7 CDTi uses Denso piezoelectric nozzles, which have proven somewhat more delicate than previous electromagnetic Boschs.

Petrol engines

• Sometimes the sensor of the position of the valves fails, which will not be difficult to replace.
• RUB per set), which should be updated after 60,000 km.
• To this should be added periodically etching glands crankshaft, camshafts and laying valve cover (1-3 thousand rubles).
• Its disadvantage is a short-lived TNVD (20-30 thousand rubles for repairs).

Transmission

• The fault has to be eliminated at a distance of 200-300 thousand km.
• For repairs will have to pay about 25 000 rubles.
• Sometimes sums up and 5-speed mechanics F17, working in tandem with gasoline engines of 1.6 and 1.8 liters. Repairs will cost 40,000 rubles.

Walking

• Mechanics note much less problems with the suspension of the minivan, in comparison with the donor.
• Individual owners after 200,000 km had to face the failure of the EGUR pump.
• Sometimes the pump can be repaired for only 5000 rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

• They are better equipped and have fewer faults.
• The controller of electric windows control can also refuse (buttons stop working).
• Small foci of corrosion and swelling of the paint coating are detected after 10-14 years of operation.
• Problem areas - trunk lid, bottom of doors, sills and rear wheel arches.
• There are problems with charging the battery due to a faulty generator.
• However, it is often possible to get rid of repairs for 5-10 thousand rubles.

• Diesel engines: 9 CDTI (designation Z19DTH) suffers from wear of the valves and the control element in the intake manifold.
• Gasoline engines: Sometimes the sensor of the position of the valve fails, which will not be difficult to replace.
• Transmission: The fault has to be eliminated at a distance of 200-300 thousand km.
• Driving: Mechanics note much less problems with the suspension of the minivan, compared to the donor.
• Other problems and malfunctions: They are assembled more efficiently and have fewer malfunctions.
• Advantages: - a large trunk (645 liters) with five passengers on board; - a lot of soft plastic on the dashboard and doors; - adjustment to the height of safety on the second row of seats.
• Disadvantages: - plastic creak (pre-styled models until 2008);

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