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Vivaro B · 2014–2019
The Opel Vivaro 1.6 BiTurbo CDTI 145 of the Vivaro B generation uses the R9M 1.6 dCi diesel engine with 145 hp.
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
145 hp (107 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2014 to 2019.
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It is the most powerful diesel version of this generation. The R9M 1.6 dCi engine is also fitted to: Nissan Qashqai (Qashqai J10), Nissan Qashqai (Qashqai J11), Nissan X-Trail (X-Trail T32), Renault Mégane (Mégane III), Renault Mégane (Mégane IV), Renault Scénic (Scénic III).
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On a van, use matters more than age: heavy loads, short trips and long idling wear the clutch, rear brakes and particulate filter. Check the rear tyres and dampers and the side and rear doors, and tell the workshop about urban delivery use.
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Among the Vivaro B pages, the 1.6 BiTurbo CDTI 125 125 hp offers a comparison: 125 hp (92 kW), R9M 1.6 dCi, 1 598 cm³, 6-speed manual, 2014–2019. The version on this page has 145 hp (107 kW), R9M 1.6 dCi, 1 598 cm³, 6-speed manual, 2014–2019. When requesting a quote, specify the output and gearbox; the marketing name alone does not identify the correct parts.
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≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
≈ 30,000 km or 1 year
Typical interval: 30,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. dexos2 / ACEA C3 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.
Source [1]Every 2 years
Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]60,000 km or 4 years
Drain any water at each service; a clogged filter causes loss of power.
Source [1]The R9M 1.6 dCi diesel engine (1 598 cc), 145 hp (107 kW).
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A dexos2 / ACEA C3-approved oil suited to the R9M 1.6 dCi engine.
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This page covers Opel Vivaro B 1.6 BiTurbo CDTI 145 145 hp, panel van, 2014–2019, with 145 hp (107 kW), R9M 1.6 dCi, 1 598 cm³, 6-speed manual, 2014–2019. Compare these details with the registration document and gearbox identification. The designation R9M 1.6 dCi may cover several revisions: a VIN is still needed to confirm part numbers.
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