Applicable Engine:
ZETEC ROCAM
Applicable Brand:
FORD
Applicable Car:
Fiesta Mk4/Fiesta Mk5 / Ka / Courier / Courier / Ikon
Product parameters:
| Displacement | Fuel | Cylinder | Vale | Camshaft | Year |
| 1.0/1.3/1.6 |
Gasolione
|
4 | 8 | 1 | 2000 - 2013 |
Cylinder Head
Cylinder Head for Ford 1.3 1.0 1.6 Zetec Rocam Engines Fiesta EcoSport Courier
Introduction
Product NO.
| ML NO. | OEM NO. | REF NO. |
| MLG080A | 9S6G6049RB 9S6G6090K | |
| MLG080B | XS6E6090CE | |
| MLG080C | 2S6E6C032AAS 1N2G6C032B2G |
Product Information Cylinder Head
SOHC | 8-Valve | 1.0L / 1.3L / 1.6L | Gasoline | Brazil/Mercosur Market
1. Product Overview
The Zetec Rocam (Roller Finger Cam) engine is a Ford-developed single overhead camshaft (SOHC) gasoline engine, primarily produced in Brazil and South Africa. It powered various compact Ford models from 2000 to 2014, including the Fiesta, Ka, Courier, EcoSport, and Ikon.
This engine features a robust cast iron block, aluminum cylinder head, and timing chain drive for durability. It’s widely used in Latin America and other emerging markets due to its reliability and simplicity.
2. Technical Specifications
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine Name | Zetec Rocam |
| Displacement | 1.0L / 1.3L / 1.6L |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 8-valve |
| Cylinder Head Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Block Material | Cast Iron |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline (some Flex-fuel versions) |
| Ignition | Distributorless (coil pack) |
| Drive System | Timing Chain |
| Cooling System | Water-cooled |
3. OEM Cylinder Head Part Numbers
| OEM Number | Displacement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2S6G-6090-BD | 1.6L | Standard aluminum head |
| XS6G-6090-BB | 1.3L | Variant for KA/Fiesta |
| YS6G-6090-BE | 1.0L | Entry-level versions |
| 2S6G-6090-AC | 1.6 Flex-fuel | Brazil Mercosur variant |
Available as bare head, semi-complete, or complete (valves, camshaft, etc.)
4. Compatible Vehicles
| Model | Engine Size | Market | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta Mk4/5 | 1.0 / 1.3 / 1.6 | Brazil / SA | 2000–2013 |
| Ford Ka | 1.0 / 1.3 | Brazil / Europe | 2000–2012 |
| Ford Courier | 1.6 | Brazil | 2001–2013 |
| Ford EcoSport | 1.6 | Brazil | 2003–2012 |
| Ford Ikon | 1.3 / 1.6 | India / SA | 2001–2011 |
5. Product Options
| Type | Includes |
|---|---|
| Bare Head | Casting only |
| Semi-Complete | Valves, guides, springs installed |
| Complete Head | Camshaft, valves, springs, ready to install |
All heads are pressure-tested and CNC-machined for direct fitment.
6. Installation Tips
- Always replace head gasket and head bolts
- Clean and inspect valve seats and combustion chamber
- Use proper torque sequence and torque-to-yield bolts
- Check timing chain tensioner and guides
- Apply assembly lube on camshaft lobes and journals
7. Common Cylinder Head Issues
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Overheating | Coolant leak or faulty radiator | Replace head gasket or resurface |
| Valve seat wear | High mileage / poor fuel quality | Re-machine seats or replace head |
| Cracked head (rare) | Severe overheating | Replace with new casting |
| Camshaft journal scoring | Oil starvation | Replace camshaft or complete head |
8. Global Aftermarket Demand
- South America: Brazil, Argentina, Chile
- Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt
- Asia: India, Philippines
- Europe (limited): Portugal, Romania (early Fiesta/KA)
Zetec Rocam engines are still active in large fleets and remain a strong aftermarket seller in Mercosur countries.