Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1498 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,0 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Mazda |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Mazda |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
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Firing order
The firing order for the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) are 0,27-0,33 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,27-0,33 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,27-0,33 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The total cooling-system capacity entries are 5.2 litres without a stated condition; 5.0 litres for AT.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-20, 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification ILSAC | GF-2 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A3, A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification ILSAC | GF-2 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.9 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | — |
| Australia | |
| Manual transmission litres | 3.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | ATF M-V |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 2.5 |
| View more information | — |
| Automatic transmission fluid - drain and refill | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 7.0 |
| View more information | — |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 5,2 AT=5,0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201,5 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 21 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 201,5 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Front | 0,04 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 2 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 2-5 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
The ignition timing on the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) is not adjustable.
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | Not adjustable |
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Battery
The Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) uses a 12 V, 75 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (75) |
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Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
|---|---|
| Idle speed rpm | 650±50 Not adjustable |
| Idle speed - alternative rpm | AC=750±50 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,3 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2800-3100 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,98-1,02 |
Starting and charging
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 90/13-15/650 |
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Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 10,6-15,2 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,3-3,8/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,90-1,20 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 80-84 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 3,5-4,1 |
|---|---|
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 286-350/80 |
| Injector Ohm | 12,0 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | ZJY6 18 110 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) is 15 Nm.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Maximum bolt length | 130,2 mm |
| Tighten | 15 Nm |
| Tighten | 20±2 Nm |
| Tighten | 90°±5° |
| Tighten | 90°±5° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | — |
| View more information | — |
| Main bearings | |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 25±2 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90°±7° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 22±3 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 10±1 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 36±5 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 100±3 Nm |
| Bolts/nuts | |
| Clutch pressure plate | 22±4 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 162±5 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 55±5 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 1)5 Nm 2)13±1 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 9±1 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 22±3 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 54±10 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 45±7 Nm |
| Water pump | 22±3 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 19±3 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 21±4 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 9±1 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 9±1 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 20±3 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 39±10 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 27±7 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 15±2 Nm |
| Oil filter | 14±1 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 255±19 Nm |
| Bolts/nuts | |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 59±8 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 48±6 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 90±14 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 53±6 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 26±4 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 96±4 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 9±1 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 9±1 Nm |
| Road wheels | 103±15 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 485±15 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Atmos GU 10 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 110 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Mazda 2 1.5?
The firing order for the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Mazda 2 1.5 take?
The Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Mazda 2 1.5?
Valve clearances for the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) are 0,27-0,33 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda 2 1.5?
The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) is 15 Nm.
What is the ignition timing for the Mazda 2 1.5?
The ignition timing on the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) is not adjustable.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda 2 1.5?
Brake discs on the Mazda 2 1.5 (2010–2015) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201,5 mm.