Applicable Engine:
F1AE
Applicable Brand:
CITROEN / FIAT / IVECO / PEUGEOT / Nissan
Applicable Car:
Ducato / Daily / Movano / Master / NV400
Product parameters:
| Displacement | Fuel | Cylinder | Vale | Camshaft | Year |
| 2.4 / 2.8 | Diesel | 4 | 16 | 2 | 2015 - |
Cylinder Head
Cylinder Head Fiat Iveco F1AE 2.3 Engine 908545 Ducato Daily
Introduction
Product NO.
| ML NO. | OEM NO. | REF NO. |
| MLG109A | 71752505 71771718 504049268 | 908545 |
| MLG109B | 71796192 504378073 504378075 5801485124 | 908345 |
| MLG109C | 5802227765 71796909 | 908245 |
Product Information Cylinder Head
2.3L | 4-Cylinder | Turbo Diesel | DOHC | 16-Valve | Euro 4 / Euro 5 / Euro 6
1. Engine Overview
The F1AE engine is a 2.3L 4-cylinder diesel engine manufactured by FPT (Fiat Powertrain Technologies) and widely used in Fiat, Iveco, Opel/Vauxhall, Nissan, and Renault light commercial vehicles (LCVs). It features DOHC 16-valve architecture, common rail fuel injection, and complies with Euro 4, 5, and 6 emissions standards depending on the variant.
| Engine Code | F1AE0481, F1AE3481, F1AE3481D, F1AE3481E, F1AE3481F, etc. |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Configuration | Inline 4-Cylinder, DOHC |
| Emissions Levels | Euro 4 / Euro 5 / Euro 6 |
2. Cylinder Head Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | F1AE |
| Displacement | 2.3L (2287 cc) |
| Valvetrain | DOHC – 16 valves (4 valves/cylinder) |
| Cylinder Head Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Block Material | Cast iron |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection (Bosch) |
| Turbocharging | Yes (Variable Geometry Turbo or Fixed) |
| Cooling System | Liquid-cooled |
| Timing Mechanism | Chain or belt (depends on variant) |
3. Compatible Vehicle Applications
| Make / Brand | Model(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat | Ducato 2.3 JTD / Multijet | 2006–present |
| Iveco | Daily 2.3 HPI / HPT | 2006–present |
| Opel / Vauxhall | Movano B 2.3 CDTi | 2010–2021 |
| Renault | Master III 2.3 dCi | 2010–2021 |
| Nissan | NV400 / Interstar 2.3 dCi | 2011–2022 |
Note: Cylinder head compatibility depends on Euro emission level, turbo configuration, and intake port design. Always verify with VIN or engine stamping.
4. OEM Cylinder Head Part Numbers (Examples)
| Description | OEM Part Number(s) |
|---|---|
| Bare Cylinder Head | 504385486, 5801754019, 5801754020, 504376267 |
| Complete Head Assembly | 504385487, 5801754021, 504385486 |
| Head Gasket Set | 5801395917, 504385684 |
5. Cylinder Head Features
- Precision-machined aluminum alloy head
- Integrated fuel injector sleeves, glow plug ports, coolant passages
- Compatible with EGR, DPF, and SCR (AdBlue) emission systems
- DOHC 16-valve layout for improved airflow and emissions control
- Designed to withstand high compression and thermal load
6. Common Cylinder Head Problems
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Cracking between injector ports | Overheating or coolant failure | Replace or weld with pressure test |
| Warping | Blown head gasket / overheating | Resurface or replace |
| Valve seat wear | Poor fuel quality or high mileage | Recut or replace valve seats |
| Glow plug thread damage | Improper removal | Use thread repair kit or replace |
| Injector seal leakage | Failed copper washers | Replace and reseat |
7. Installation Notes
- Use new head bolts (torque-to-yield), follow torque specs in 3 stages
- Always replace head gasket with proper MLS variant
- Clean and inspect oil passages, coolant channels, and injector bores
- Verify timing chain/belt alignment before reassembly
- Relearn injector codes (QR) if ECU-controlled