Ford B-Max Fiesta Mk7 Mk8 Exhaust Camshaft Genuine 1.0 EcoBoost 1803223

Ford B-Max Fiesta Mk7 Mk8 Exhaust Camshaft Genuine 1.0 EcoBoost is an original component from the Camshafts group, designed for precise operation in the 1.0 EcoBoost engine timing system. This used OEM part ensures factory cam geometry, proper interaction with exhaust valves, and stable engine performance under typical operating conditions. It is a solution for users who expect a proven component while maintaining reasonable repair costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1803223
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1803223
• Substitutable numbers: CM5G-6A269-AB, CM5G6A269AB, 1803223
• Part type: Camshaft
• Category: Camshafts

Purpose and function in the 1.0 EcoBoost engine

The presented exhaust camshaft is responsible for controlling the opening and closing of exhaust valves in the three-cylinder 1.0 EcoBoost engine used in Ford B-Max and Ford Fiesta Mk7 and Mk8 generation models. A correctly selected camshaft guarantees:

• maintenance of proper timing phases for the exhaust section,
• stable engine operation across the full rev range,
• correct exhaust gas discharge from the combustion chamber,
• maintenance of factory performance parameters and fuel consumption. Thanks to the preservation of the original cam characteristics, replacing it with this component allows for the restoration of proper timing system operation without the need to modify other sub-assemblies.

Benefits of using a genuine Ford camshaft

The genuine Ford exhaust camshaft ensures a perfect fit with the cylinder head, tappets, and other timing components without additional modifications. Key advantages include:

• Factory compatibility with the 1.0 EcoBoost engine used in B-Max and Fiesta Mk7/Mk8,
• maintenance of the engine's stock operating parameters,
• reduction of the risk of premature wear of valves and mating components,
• suitability for use in professional service and workshop repairs. For workshops specializing in the Ford brand, such a component is a practical choice for cylinder head overhauls, replacing a damaged camshaft, or restoring full timing system efficiency after a failure.

Characteristics of the used component

The exhaust camshaft comes from disassembly, which allows for combining original origin with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new part. A used component of this type is a popular choice in situations where:

• a quick and economical timing repair is necessary,
• maintaining the manufacturer's original specification is a priority,
• it is desirable to limit engine repair costs while maintaining appropriate quality. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of the cam working surfaces, bearing journals, and mating cylinder head components to ensure proper operation of the entire system after assembly.

Ford camshafts – expansion and system modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as intake camshafts, additional exhaust camshafts, or mating components in the cylinder head, check the available parts in the Ford Camshafts category.

Technical support and selection of timing parts

When working on timing systems, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge regarding typical faults, symptoms of wear, and the cost-effectiveness of using used parts. Additional information on service practice, repair costs, and informed component selection is provided in the article on our blog: BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using genuine BMW parts. Although the description concerns a different brand, it addresses universal issues related to diagnostics and replacement of timing components, which may also be helpful when planning work on Ford EcoBoost engines.